Minutes 2024-01-08

York Suburban Board Of School Directors
Planning Committee Meeting
January 8, 2024 – 7 p.m.
Ronald Provard Education Center

M I N U T E S

(Approved on January 22, 2024)

  1. General Business – Mrs. Schroeder, Board President
    1. Mrs. Schroeder called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 
    2. Board Members Roll Call
      1. Present: Pinal Desai, Ellen Freireich, Nicole Hesson, Richard Robinson, James Sanders, Rolanda SanMartin, Lois Ann Schroeder, Steven Sullivan, and Ashley Turner. 
      2. Absent: None.
    3. An opportunity was provided for public comments. 
      1. No public comments were submitted electronically.
      2. One in-person comment was made.
        1. Ruth Wile (YS student) provided a comment regarding the German Language Program at the high school.  
    4. Approval of Minutes
      1. The minutes were approved for the regular monthly meeting conducted on December 18, 2023.
  2. Board President’s Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. Mrs. Schroeder reported that the Board met in Executive Session at 6:30 pm on January 8, 2024 as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act. No official action was taken. 
    2. Mrs. Schroeder initiated a discussion regarding the use of electronic public comments for school board meetings. 
  3. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Krauser
    1. Dr. Krauser recognized the Board in honor of School Director Appreciation Month, highlighting the thoughtful contributions from Indian Rock Elementary School students. As tokens of appreciation, IR students created a banner, posters, cards, and a video. 
    2. The following items were presented for discussion. They will be recommended for approval during the regular monthly meeting scheduled for January 22, 2024.
      1. Health and Safety Plan 
        1. No revisions recommended since June 2023.
      2. 2024-2025 School Calendar
    3. The following policy was presented for a first read. It will be presented for a second read on February 12, 2024, with the intent to vote to adopt this new policy at the meeting on February 26, 2024.
      1. New Policy 209.3 – Diabetes Management
    4. Dr. Krauser acknowledged the following donations:
      1. The Arthur J. & Lee R. Glatfelter Foundation donated $9,000.00 to support the development of a Public Safety & Emergency Services curriculum for High School students, offering valuable career pathways into the field of First Responders.
      2. Elderlee, Inc. donated $1,500.00 to the High School TSA.
      3. Lori R. & Paul L. Rudy III donated $3,000.00 to the High School Student Council for “No Shave November,” a fundraising event for Four Diamonds.  
    5. The following overnight field trip requests were presented for Board approval:
      1. The Board unanimously approved the overnight field trip request from the Model UN Club to attend a premier Model UN Conference in New York City from March 8-11, 2024.
        Motion, Freireich, Second, Desai; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion carried 9-0.
      2. The Board unanimously approved the overnight field trip request from YS TSA to attend the PA TSA State Conference in Seven Springs, PA from April 17-20, 2024.
        Motion, Desai, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion carried 9-0.
      3. The Board unanimously approved the overnight field trip request from FCCLA to attend the PA FCCLA State Conference at the Wyndham Resort, Lancaster from March 18-20, 2024.
        Motion, Freireich, Second, Desai; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion carried 9-0.
  4. Business Office Report – Mrs. Ciaciulli
    1. The following items were presented for discussion. They will be recommended for approval during the regular monthly meeting scheduled for January 22, 2024.
      1. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Booking Contract with Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center to provide a challenge course program for 60 York Suburban Link Crew participants on Friday, August 9, 2024, at a total cost of $2,760, to be funded by the High School Budget Allocation for Link Crew. 
      2. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Contract For The Transportation of School Pupils with Faithful Transportation, LLC for the 2023/24 school year to provide special transportation at a daily rate of $209.00 and a daily rate of $220 for wheelchair-accessible vans. If the daily mileage reaches 90 or more, the cost will be $1.90 for each additional mile. Aides for vehicles will be provided at the rate of $19.35 per hour. The cost per vehicle each day the school is closed for a “virtual day” for any reason will be $115.
      3. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Agreement with Scenario Learning, LLC to provide a digital tool to support the supervision and evaluation of all staff. The term begins July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2027, for a total annual cost of $8,430. 
      4. The Administration recommends Board approval of the 2023-24 IDEA-B Pass-Through Funds Agreement with the Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12. These funds must be used to supplement the provision of special education and related services for eligible school-aged students. The total 2023-24 allocation is $592,219.86. This is an increase of $8637.53 over 2022-23.
      5. The Administration recommends Board approval of the 2023-24 IDEA-Section 619 Pass-Through Funds Agreement with Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12. These funds must support kindergarten-eligible children receiving special education services through the LEA or remaining an extra year in Early Intervention (Act 30). The total 2023-24 allocation is $5214.00.
      6. The Administration recommends Board approval of the 2023-24 IDEA Non-Competitive Method (Sole Source) Agreement as a procurement method for services provided by the Lincoln Intermediate Unit funded by IDEA allocation.
      7. The Administration, in accordance with board policy, recommends the Board approve the 2024 IRS mileage reimbursement rate at 67 cents per mile, effective January 1, 2024.
      8. The Administration recommends Board approval of the five (5) year agreement with  Lincoln Intermediate Unit beginning July 1, 2024, to participate in the Lincoln Learning Network 5.0 Regional Wide Area Network (LLN RWAN). The total cost is $26,532.00.
      9. The Administration recommends Board approval of the proposed Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 2024-2025 General Operating Budget.
      10. The Administration recommends Board approval of the proposed York County School of Technology 2024-2025 Budget.
  5. Student Board Representative Report – Sophia Scalet
    1. Ms. Scalet reported on the following:
      1. Winter Art Portfolio Show
      2. Winter sports/Girls wrestling
      3. Musical practices
      4. Hoops for Harmony
      5. Mid Terms
      6. Novel-Tea Book Club
  6. Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report – Dr. Sullivan
    1. The minutes were approved for the meeting conducted on October 16, 2023. 
    2. The minutes were approved for the meeting conducted on December 11, 2023. 
    3. Dr. Fuhrman provided information on Dual Enrollment and the Intermediate Realignment and the Educational Program.
  7. Communications Committee Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. No report was provided. 
  8. Personnel Committee Report – Mr. Robinson
    1. The Board unanimously approved the following items as part of a consent agenda. 
      Motion, Robinson, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 9 members present, Motion carried 9-0.

      1. Employment
        1. Recommend the board approve Hannah Schell, Paraprofessional, at Valley View Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year, at $13.80/hr as represented in the YSESPA agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire paperwork.
      2. Resignations/Retirements 
        1. Recommend board approval of the retirement of Linda Knopp, Head Custodian at York Suburban Middle School, effective April 4, 2024. Linda has dedicated 38 years of service to York Suburban School District.
      3. Termination
        1. Recommend the board approve the termination of employment for Alafia Watkins, Custodian at Valley View Elementary School, effective December 22, 2023.
      4. Substitute
        1. STS
          1. Dhaval Vyas
      5. Whitsons Food Service
        1. Sally Walker- Substitute Food Service Worker
      6. Volunteers
        1. Carly Eisel
        2. Kenneth Goisovich
        3. Nicole LaFrance
        4. Erin Morris
        5. Crystal Olivencia
  9. Property & Finance Committee Report – Mr. Desai
    1. No report was provided. Next meeting is January 16, 2024 at 5:00 pm. 
  10. Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. The highlights were presented from the meeting held on January 2, 2024.
    2. LIU Joint Operating Authority Report
      1. No report was provided.
  11. York Adams Academy Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. YAA winter graduation is January 24, 2024. There are currently 51 students slated to graduate, 7 of which are from York Suburban. 
    2. Northern School District joined YAA, reserving 6 student seats. 
  12. Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
    1. Mr. Robinson provided information on the following:
      1. Legislation requiring cursive handwriting to be taught in Pennsylvania schools.
      2. Due to a water leak, the House will reconvene on March 18, 2024. 
      3. Basic Education Funding Commission Report
  13. York Adams Tax Bureau Report – Mrs. Ciaciulli
    1. No report was provided.
  14. York County School of Technology Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. No report was provided. 
  15. Mrs. Schroeder thanked everyone for coming. 
  16. A list of Upcoming Events was provided.
  17. The Board Meeting & Committee Meeting Schedules were provided.
  18. A final opportunity was provided for public comments. 
    1. No public comments were made.
  19. Board Comments/Recognitions
    1. No Board comments were made.
  20.  The meeting was adjourned at 8:19 pm.
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