Minutes 2024-03-11

York Suburban Board Of School Directors
Planning Committee Meeting
March 11, 2024 – 7 p.m.
Ronald Provard Education Center

M I N U T E S

(Approved on March 18, 2024)

  1. General Business – Mr. Robinson, Board Vice President
    1. Mr. Robinson 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, James Sanders, Rolanda SanMartin, Steven Sullivan, and Ashley Turner. 
      2. Absent: Lois Ann Schroeder, Pinal Desai.
    3. An opportunity was provided for public comments. 
      1. Two public comments were submitted electronically.
      2. One in-person comment was made.  
        1. Michael Park (Hartford Road) made a comment regarding the construction of a new Intermediate School.
    4. Approval of Minutes
      1. The minutes were approved for the regular monthly meeting conducted on February 26, 2024.
  2. Board President’s Report – Mr. Robinson
    1. Mr. Robinson recognized the winter sports teams and their coaching staff for their outstanding seasons. He also commented on the success and positive feedback received for the high school Musical “She Loves Me.”
    2. In a recent Personnel Committee Meeting, it was reported that a satisfaction survey was distributed throughout the district. The results reflected a high level of satisfaction, with responses falling in the 90+ category. This is a testament to the dedication and excellence of the faculty, support staff, and administrators at York Suburban.  
    3. Mr. Robinson reported that the Board met in Executive Session on March 11, 2024, at 6:15 pm as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act. No official action was taken. 
  3. Student Board Representative Report – Sophia Scalet
    1. No report was provided.
  4. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Krauser
    1. Mrs. Sherry Campbell presented the K-12 Guidance Plan 2024-2029. It will be recommended for Board approval at the regular monthly meeting scheduled for March 18, 2024. 
  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 March 18, 2024.
      1. The administration recommends that the board approve the educational services contract with LearnWell at the rate of $55.25 per hour of instruction for 10 hours a week.
      2. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Real Property Tax Exemption Certificate for parcel #46-000-05-0060.00-00000 under the Pennsylvania State Veterans’ Commission for Real Estate Tax Exemption effective July 1, 2023, with a face amount of $2,676.59.
  6. Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report – Dr. Sullivan
    1. Dr. Fuhrman provided a presentation on K-5 Math updates, as well as information regarding 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, SanMartin; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion carried 7-0.

      1. Employment
        1. Recommend the board approve Justin Alwood, Special Education Teacher at York Suburban High School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an annual salary of $75,170.00, which represents Masters, step 1, of the YSEA negotiated agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
        2. Recommend the board approve Dustin Imus, full-time second shift Custodian, at York Suburban Middle School for the 2023-2024 school year, at $15.93/hr with a $0.35 shift differential, as represented in the YSESPA agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
        3. Recommend the board approve Katherine Lecker, Substitute Nurse/Health Room Assistant, at York Suburban School District for the 2023-2024 school year, at the substitute base rate of $135/day. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
        4. Recommend the board approve Natalia LeBrun, full-time Personal Care Assistant, 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 Nathan Schiding, Full-Time Head Custodian, at York Suburban Middle School for the 2023-2024 school year, at $17.93/hr as represented in the YSESPA agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
      2. Extracurricular
        1. Recommend the board approve Nicholas Serrano, Assistant Boys Lacrosse Coach #1 for the 2023-2024 season, with an annual salary of $3,370.00 (paid out in two installments) in accordance with the YSEA bargaining agreement. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new hire requirements.
        2. Recommend the board approve Tonya Bastinelli, Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach #2 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 Scott Payne, Head Boys Soccer Coach for the 2023-2024 season, with an annual salary of $3,370.00 (paid out in two installments) in accordance with the YSEA bargaining agreement. Scott is a current employee and will not require onboarding. 
      3. Resignations/Retirements 
        1. Recommend the Board accept the resignation of Carla Reachard, part-time Paraprofessional at Yorkshire Elementary School, effective February 27, 2024 
        2. Recommend the Board accept the resignation of Olusoji Otuyelu, Head Boys Soccer Coach at York Suburban Middle School, effective February 28, 2024. 
        3. Recommend the Board accept the resignation of Brittany Foor, Substitute Custodian at York Suburban School District, effective March 5, 2024. 
        4. Recommend the Board accept the resignation of Sydney Tucker, School Psychologist at York Suburban School District, effective May 10, 2024.
      4. Substitutes
        1. STS
          1. Lori Frome
      5. Volunteers
        1. Alexander Gibson
      6. Bus Drivers (Reliance) 
        1. Sharon Fuller
    2. The Board unanimously approved the elimination of a Health Room Assistant position for the 2024-2025 school year, as presented at the March 4 committee meeting.
      Motion, Freireich, Second, Turner; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion passes 7-0. 
    3. The Board unanimously approved the below positions as presented at the March 4 committee meeting:
      Motion, Freireich, Second, SanMartin; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion passes 7-0. 

      1. Certified School Nurse
      2. Special Education Teacher (Autistic Support)
      3. Two paraprofessionals (Autistic Support)
      4. Director of Communications and Community Relations 
    4. The Board unanimously approved the replacement of the YSHS Instructional Support Teacher with the Secondary Career, College, & Workforce Coordinator, as presented at the March 4 committee meeting.
      Motion, Freireich, Second, Sullivan; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 7 members present, Motion passes 7-0. 
  9. Property & Finance Committee Report – Mr. Desai
    1. No report was provided. 
  10. Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. The highlights were presented from the LIU Board Meeting held on March 5, 2024.
    2. The LIU Board approved the retirement of Dr. Jeffrey West, Executive Director of the LIU, effective January 3, 2025. 
    3. 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 February 27, 2024. 
  12. Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
    1. Mrs. Turner provided a brief summary of her visit to the capital and discussions with PSBA. 
    2. Mr. Robinson provided information on the following:
      1. PlanCon Funding
      2. HB 1422
      3. Advocacy Day – 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. No report was provided.
  15. Mr. Robinson 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. Cathy Shaffer (Spring Garden Township) shared several comments.
    2. Two public comments were made pertaining to the construction and renovation projects.
      1. Sarah Reinecker (Spring Garden Township)
      2. Danny Barker (740 Sundale Drive)
  19. Board Comments/Recognitions
    1. No Board comments were made.
  20.  The meeting was adjourned at 8:33 pm.
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