Agenda 2021-08-09

YORK SUBURBAN SCHOOL BOARD
PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING
AUGUST 9, 2021 – 7:00 PM
YORK SUBURBAN HIGH SCHOOL – AUDITORIUM

An Executive Session is scheduled at 6:15 p.m.

A G E N D A

General Business
Call to Order – Mr. Posenau, Board President
1. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
2. Roll Call
3. A reminder to please silence your cell phone during the meeting.
4. Public Comment. All comments and questions will be addressed to the President. Board and staff members will not normally respond to comments or questions during the meeting unless recognized by the President for this purpose. Comments will be limited, at the discretion of the President, to five minutes or less.
5. Discussion and Action on Board Minutes. Approval of the minutes of the combined Planning Committee meeting and regular monthly meeting of July 12, 2021. [Approval as submitted/corrected]
Board President’s Report – Mr. Posenau
1. The Board met in Executive Session today, August 9, 2021, at 6:15 p.m. as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act for the purpose of discussing real estate taxes. No official action was taken.
2. Discussion of and possible modification to the 2021-2022 Health and Safety Plan.
Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Williams
1. Superintendent’s Report
  1. Ad Hoc Committee Update: Future-Focused Planning
  2. The Administration recommends a reduction to the size of the walk zone for East York Elementary School. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  3. Items recommended for approval on August 23, 2021
    1. The Administration recommends the renewal of the York Academy Regional Charter School’s charter for a period of five (5) years, commencing on July 1, 2021, and ending on June 30, 2026.
  4. Reports from Administrators
    1. 1. Dr. Gulley, Principal, IRES
      2. Dr. Adams, Assistant Principal, YSHS
Business Office Report – Mrs. Ciaciulli
1. Consent Agenda: [You have before you the Business Office Report. I would ask that a motion be made to approve the below-mentioned item; Roll Call Vote]
  1. The Administration recommends the Board approve the agreement with Mackin Learning to provide professional learning services during the 2021-22 school year. The total cost will not exceed $11,000 and will be funded through ESSER II grant funds.
2. Items recommended for approval on August 23, 2021
  1. The Administration recommends the Board approve the 2021-22 Service Agreement with the Lincoln Intermediate Unit #12 for the Language Instruction Educational Program at the rate of $92.00 per hour. This includes certificated instructional staff, assessment, consulting, advising, supervisory, and support services to the District.
  2. The Administration recommends the Board approve the Facility Dog Probationary Placement Agreement with UDS Services Dogs Facility Dog as presented to the board.
  3. The Administration recommends that the Board re-appoint SEK CPAs & Advisors for the 2020-2021 local audit.
3. Informational
Student Board Representative Report – Neave Casey
Committee Reports – Mr. Posenau
1. Committee Meeting Schedule
2. Personnel Committee Report – Mr. Robinson
  Consent Agenda: [Would any Board member like any of these items considered separately or are there any questions on any of these items? If not, the chair moves approval of the below-mentioned items; Roll Call Vote]
  1. Employment
    1. Recommend the appointment of Angela Pessognelli as the High School English Language Learner Teacher effective August 13, 2021. The annual salary is $ 59,145 which represents Bachelors Step 1 of the YSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
    2. Recommend the appointment of Michelle D’Ettorre, as a part-time 3.75-hour Regular Instruction Paraprofessional at East York Elementary School, effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    3. Recommend the appointment of Jolene Goodling as a part-time 3.75-hour Learning Support Paraprofessional at Indian Rock Elementary School effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    4. Recommend the appointment of Alison Mak, as a full-time 7-hour Autistic Support PCA/Paraprofessional Yorkshire Elementary School, effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    5. Recommend the appointment of Jennifer Hayes, as a part-time 5-hour Regular Instruction Paraprofessional at Yorkshire Elementary School effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    6. Recommend the appointment of Heidi Woodrome, as a part-time 5-hour Regular Instruction Paraprofessional at Indian Rock Elementary School effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    7. Recommend the appointment of Kelli Tuffy, as a part-time 5-hour Library Paraprofessional at Yorkshire Elementary School effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $12.00 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    8. Recommend the appointment of Amira Girgis, as a full-time 7-hour Emotional Support Paraprofessional at East York Elementary School, effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    9. Recommend the appointment of Joyce Scherer, as a full-time 7-hour Intensive Learning Support Paraprofessional at York Suburban Middle School effective August 16, 2021, at an hourly rate of $11.38 with benefits in accordance with the Hourly Aide Compensation Plan.
    10. Recommend the appointment of Kayla Henise, as a full-time 10 month Administrative Assistant at York Suburban Middle School effective August 9, 2021, at an hourly rate of $16.84 with benefits in accordance with the Administrative Assistant Compensation Plan.
    11. Recommend the appointment of Denise Stayman as a full-time 12 month Administrative Assistant to the Principal at York Suburban Middle School effective August 9, 2021, with no change in rate.
    12. Recommend the appointment of Brian Marshall, Fitness Room Supervisor at an hourly rate of $27.91 not to exceed 37 hours for the 21-22 school year. Total compensation is $1,032.67.
  2. Summer School Appointments
    1. The Administration recommends that the Board approve the summer school appointments, including compensation for course preparation, in-person teachings, and supplemental support. Rates are following the YSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
      1. Stephanie Reinert, Middle School Teacher
      2. Amber Kranowski, High School Teacher
      3. Tom Guerin, High School Teacher
      4. Sarah Lawrence, High School Teacher
      5. Heidi Cebula, High School Teacher
      6. Casey Reider, High School Teacher
  3. Resignations, Retirements, Terminations
    1. Recommend the board accept the resignation of Deidre Smith, Paraprofessional at Yorkshire Elementary School effective August 16, 2021.
  4. Extracurricular
    1. Recommend the Board approve the 2021-22 Extra-Curricular Advisors positions.
  5. Mentors, Mentees, New Teacher Collaborators
    1. Recommend the Board approve the 2021-22 stipends for Mentors, Mentees, Transfer Collaborators, and New Teacher Collaborators. Additionally, each employee will receive $110.00 for a preparation day prior to the start of school.
  6. Substitutes
    1. Recommend the employment of the following STS Substitute Teachers:
      1. Christina Ulsh
      2. Cynthia Hospador
      3. Allyson Green
      4. William Paradise
      5. Matthew Keene
      6. Teena Coats
  7. Leaves
    1. Approve the Professional Development Sabbatical request for Majorie Kardos, Teacher, effective for the 2021-22 school year.
    2. Approve the Extended Leave of Absence request for Danielle Robson, Teacher, beginning August 13, 2021, with an anticipated return date of January 3, 2022.
    3. Approve the Extended Leave of Absence request for Lauren Arvanites, Teacher, beginning August 13, 2021, with an anticipated return date of January 3, 2022.
    4. Approve the FMLA and extended leave request for Alicia Erickson, Teacher, beginning August 13, 2021, through May 24, 2022.
    5. Approve the FMLA and Extended leave request for Sarah Coppersmith, Teacher, beginning on or about September 19, 2021, through October 3, 2022.
  8. Recommend the Board approve the title change for Miranda King from Family and Student Services Coordinator to Social Worker.
  9. Recommend the Board approve the following volunteers.
    1. Logan Benoist
    2. Lydia Stancavage
  10. Recommend the creation of three (3) Assistant Athletic Director stipend positions and approval of the related job description.
3. Additional Committee Reports
Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report
1. The “…by Dawn’s Early Light”, highlights of the LIU Board meeting of August 3, 2021, are provided.
2. LIU Joint Operating Authority Report – Mrs. Freireich
York Adams Academy Report – Mrs. Freireich
York Adams Tax Bureau Report – Mrs. Ciaciulli
York County School of Technology Report – Mrs. Schroeder
1. The YCST Joint Operating Committee Mini-Board Report of July 22 is provided.
Recognition of Visitors
Board Meeting Schedule
Public Comment. All comments and questions will be addressed to the President. Board and staff members will not normally respond to comments or questions during the meeting unless recognized by the President for this purpose. Comments will be limited, at the discretion of the President, to five minutes or less.
Adjournment

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