Minutes 2024-02-12

York Suburban Board Of School Directors
Planning Committee Meeting
February 12, 2024 – 7 p.m.
Ronald Provard Education Center

M I N U T E S

(Approved on February 26, 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: Ellen Freireich, Nicole Hesson, Richard Robinson, Rolanda SanMartin, Lois Ann Schroeder, Steven Sullivan, and Ashley Turner. 
      2. Absent: Pinal Desai, James Sanders.
   3. An opportunity was provided for public comments. 
      1. One public comment was submitted electronically.
      2. No in-person comments were made.  
   4. Approval of Minutes
      1. The minutes were approved for the regular monthly meeting conducted on January 22, 2024.
2. Board President’s Report – Mrs. Schroeder
   1. Mrs. Schroeder reported that the Board met virtually in Executive Session at 5:30 pm on February 6, 2024, as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act. No official action was taken. 
3. Student Board Representative Report – Sophia Scalet
   1. Ms. Scalet reported on the following:
      1. Winter Sports Update
      2. MOD Fundraiser for the Impact Foundation (Raised over $400)
      3. Chipotle and Crumbl Fundraisers for Mini Thon
      4. Link Crew Interviews for 24-25 school year
      5. SnoCo Dance at the HS
      6. Middle School Dance – Starry Night
      7. High School Course Selections for 24-25 
      8. Club Spotlight: GSA – Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club
4. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Krauser
   1. The following policy was presented for a second read, with the intent that there will be a vote to adopt this policy during the meeting on February 26, 2024.
      1. New Policy 209.3 – Diabetes Management
   2. The Board unanimously approved the following policies.
      Motion, Robinson, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion carried 7-0.
      1. Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying (Clean Copy)
      2. Policy 816 (New) Social Media 
      3. Policy 005 Organization (Clean Copy)
   3. The Board unanimously approved Mrs. Sherry Campbell as the District’s Title IX coordinator.
      Motion, Freireich, Second, Robinson; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion carried 7-0.
   4. Donations
      1. Dr. Krauser acknowledged a donation from Evapco, Inc. of $500.00 to the High School TSA student activity fund.
5. 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 February 26, 2024.
      1. The Administration recommends the Board approve the service agreement between Northeastern School District and York Suburban School District. York Suburban School District will provide special education services to one student within the  Autistic Support program at the cost of $36,635 for the 2023-24 school year. Any related services not included in the basic classroom costs will be billed separately following this agreement.
      2. The Administration recommends the Board approve the service agreement between Dallastown Area School District and York Suburban School District. York Suburban School District will provide special education services to one student within the Autistic Support program at the cost of $36,635 for the 2023-24 school year. Any related services not included in the basic classroom costs will be billed separately following this agreement.
      3. The Administration recommends the Board approve the enrollment of a York Suburban student in the New Story School’s full-time emotional support program for the remainder of the 2023-24 school year, starting on January 12, 2024, with a daily rate of $340.00.
      4. The Administration recommends Board approval of the proposed York Adams Academy 2024-2025 General Operating Budget. 
      5. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Agreement (Attachment A) with Fidevia, LLC for the provision of the Construction Management Services until project completion, at a total cost of $1,277,100.00. 
      6. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Real Property Tax Exemption Certificate for parcel #48-000-19-0155.00-00000 under the Pennsylvania State Veterans’ Commission for Real Estate Tax Exemption effective July 1, 2023 with a face amount of $4,201.17. 
      7. The Administration proposes Board approval for the five-year renewal of the Meraki Network Management Licensing, encompassing both licensing and support for the Meraki network equipment. Revised pricing has been requested and will be brought forth at the voting meeting for approval, facilitating eRate submission in early March for a 60% reimbursement.
      8. The Administration proposes Board approval of the 5-year licensing and support agreement for acquiring a Meraki 32-port 10Gbps concentration switch. Revised pricing has been requested and will be presented at the voting meeting for approval, facilitating eRate submission in early March for a 60% reimbursement.
6. Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report – Dr. Sullivan
   1. Dr. Fuhrman provided updates on various topics, including mid-year data, Act 158, PA Assessments, realignment, and the educational program.
7. Communications Committee Report – Mrs. Freireich
   1. Mrs. Freireich encouraged people to attend the public meeting regarding the construction of the new Intermediate Center on February 28, 2024, 7:00 pm at East York Elementary School.   
8. Personnel Committee Report – Mr. Robinson
   1. The Board unanimously approved the following items as part of a consent agenda. 
      Motion, Robinson, Second, Sullivan; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion carried 7-0.
      1. Employment
         1. Recommend the board approve Michelle Kendig as Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO) for a five-year term beginning on or about February 12, 2024 (or upon release from her current employer and successful completion of all new hire requirements) and ending June 30, 2029 at a starting salary of $155,000 per. Additionally, the Administration recommends approval of the corresponding contract for employment. 
         2. Recommend the board approve Chris Cappella, Assistant Baseball Coach #2 at York Suburban High School for the 2023-2024 season with an annual salary of $2,703.00 (paid out in two installments) in accordance with the YSEA bargaining agreement.This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
         3. Recommend the board approve Greg Richer, Family and Consumer Science (FACS) Teacher at YS Middle School for the 2023-2024 school year with an annual salary of $62,720, which represents bachelors, step 1, of the YSEA bargaining agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
         4. Recommend the board approve Courtney Grimes, part-time Paraprofessional, at Yorkshire 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 requirements.
         5. Recommend the board approve Jana Miller, part-time Paraprofessional, at Yorkshire Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year, at $15.50/hr as represented in the YSESPA agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements. 
         6. Recommend the board approve Mary Biser, Substitute Nurse for York Suburban School District, for the 2023-2024 school year at the substitute rate of $135 per day. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
         7. Recommend the board approve Darryl Doleman, Full-Time Personal Care Assistant (PCA), at Valley View Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year, at $14.20/hr as represented in the YSESPA agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
      2. Transfers
         1. Recommend the board approve Barrie Davis, current part-time Custodian at YS Middle School transfer to full-time second shift custodian at Valley View Elementary School effective February 13, 2024.
      3. Extracurricular
         1. Recommend the board approve the following reappointments for the 2023-2024 spring sports:
            

            Position/Current Employee	Compensation
            HS Head Baseball- Brandon Rauhauser	$5,406.00
            HS Head Lacrosse Boys- Kevin Weems	$5,406.00
            HS Head Lacrosse Girls- Braxtin Reddinger	$5,406.00
            HS Head Softball- Larry Dalton, Jr	$6,053.00
            HS Head Tennis Boys- Dale Heird	$4,355.00
            HS Head Track- Thomas Gentzler	$6,487.00
            HS Head Volleyball Boys- Oliver Good	$6,053.00
            HS Assistant #1 Baseball- Edward Michalak	$4,355.00
            HS Assistant #1 Lacrosse Girls- Toni Rice	$3,370.00
            HS Assistant #1 Softball- Nate Neumann	$4,355.00
            HS Assistant #1 Track- Julia Bentz	$3,370.00
            HS Assistant #1 Volleyball Boys- William Shellenberger	$3,370.00
            HS Assistant #2 Softball- Michael Bond	$3,701.00
            HS Assistant #2 Track- Brady Altland	$2,703.00
            HS Assistant #2 Volleyball Boys- Tyler Wiley	$1,500.00
            HS Assistant #3 Track- Anastasia Evans	$2,040.00
            MS Head Soccer Boys- Olusoji Otuyelu	$3,506.00
            MS Head Track- Michael Jackson	$5,139.00
            MS Head Volleyball Girls- Sonia Guyer	$3,506.00
            MS Assistant #1 Track- Anastasia Evans	$3,506.00
            MS Assistant #1 Volleyball Girls- Gina Neiderer	$2,843.00
            MS Assistant #2 Track- Eric Arnold	$2,040.00
            Total:	$88,470.00

      4. Resignations/Retirements 
         1. Recommend the board accept the resignation of Daryele Franklin-Matthews, Paraprofessional at YS Middle School, effective February 5, 2024. 
         2. Recommend the board accept the resignation of Thomas Shugars, Girls Soccer Head Coach at York Suburban Middle School, effective December 4, 2023. 
      5. Substitute
         1. STS
            1. Hannah Johnson (Act 86)
            2. Madeline McDermott
            3. Samantha Palughi
            4. David Krebs
            5. Greg Richer
      6. Whitsons Food Service
         1. Colby Shue
         2. Glorimar Catala-Galino
      7. Van Drivers
         1. Reliance
            1. George Stone
            2. Cathy Lehman
            3. Alissa Wagaman
      8. Volunteers
         1. Kristin Cummings
         2. Madison Hilty
         3. Joshua Lecker
         4. June Simmons
9. Property & Finance Committee Report – Mr. Desai
   1. No report was provided. Next meeting is February 20, 2024 at 5:00 pm. 
10. Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. The highlights were presented from the LIU Board Meeting held on February 6, 2024.
    2. LIU Joint Operating Authority Report
       1. No report was provided.
11. York Adams Academy Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. The highlights were presented from the meeting held on January 30, 2024. 
12. Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
    1. Mr. Robinson provided information on the following:
       1. Governor’s Budget Address
          1. Majority Report
          2. Minority Report
          3. PSBA’s State of Education Report
       2. HB1422
       3. Advocacy Day (same day as the Eclipse) – April 8, 2024
13. York Adams Tax Bureau Report – Mrs. Ciaciulli
    1. No report was provided.
14. York County School of Technology Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. The mini-board report was presented from the meeting held on January 25, 2024. 
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 8:11 pm.