Mr.John Zahorchak
Director of Finance and Operations
Mr. Zahorchak brings more than 15 years of experience including Penn Hills School District, Chief Recovery Officer for the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Sto Rox School District, as well as Plum Borough School District. His work has demonstrated strengthening systems, building organizational capacity, and supporting long-term district health. Mr. Zahorchak holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, as well as advanced professional credentials, including Certified School Finance Officer and Professional Registered School Business Specialist. As Director of Finance and Operations, Mr. Zahorchak supports district teams across finance, facilities and grounds, transportation, and food services, ensuring that operations remain efficient, student-centered, and aligned with district priorities to foster a thriving learning environment.
The Plum Borough School District prides itself on maximizing its fiscal responsibility and maintaining an open accounting and transparency with the management of public funds. As a District, we strive to obtain budgeting efficiency and efficacy to provide educational opportunities that optimize the learning environment and identify avenues to exceptionally prepare students for success.
PLUM BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Act 1 Referendum Exception Notice
Pursuant to Act 1, the Pennsylvania Department of Education publishes an index % applicable to the School District. The school district real estate tax increase for the next fiscal year is limited to the index % unless the proposed tax rate is approved by voters pursuant to a referendum or the School District qualifies for an Act 1 exception. As a result of special circumstances covered by an Act 1 referendum exception, a tax rate % increase above the index might be required to balance the School District budget for the next fiscal year. The tax to be levied is required to provide a quality education program as reflected in the School District Preliminary Budget.
The School District intends to seek approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Education as required by Act 1 for an exception allowing the increase of the real estate tax as reflected in the School District Preliminary Budget. The Preliminary Budget is available for public inspection at the School District offices, 900 Elicker Rd, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. On written request by any School District resident or taxpayer, the School District will provide a copy of the referendum exception application.