Minutes 2024-08-12

York Suburban Board Of School Directors
Planning Committee Meeting
August 12, 2024 – 7 p.m.
York Suburban High School Cafeteria

M I N U T E S

(Pending approval August 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: Pinal Desai, Nicole Hesson, Richard Robinson, James Sanders, Rolanda SanMartin, Lois Ann Schroeder, Steve Sullivan, and Ashley Turner. 
      2. Absent: Ellen Freireich.
    3. An opportunity was provided for public comments on agenda items.
      1. Mike Darrah (Spring Garden Township) and Sandy Quigley (Springettsbury Township) commented on the planning and design of the intermediate and high school projects.
      2. Mary Beliveau (Springettsbury Township) and Dan Barker (Springettsbury Township) commented on the Legislative Report.
      3. Diane Cowman (Springettsbury Township), Randy Quigley (Springettsbury Township), and Joel Sears (Spring Garden) commented on Academics Standards and Curriculum. 
      4. Chris Sanders (Springettsbury Township) commented the Board President’s Report.   
      5. Penelope Wood (Spring Garden Township) provided comments on district communications. 
    4. Approval of Minutes
      1. The minutes of the combined planning committee meeting and the regular monthly meeting conducted on July 22, 2024, were approved.
  2. Board President’s Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. Mrs. Schroeder reported the following:
      1. The Board met in Executive Session at 6:00 pm on August 1, 2024 for the purpose of discussing District real estate as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act. No official action was taken.
      2. The Board met in Executive Session at 6:00 pm on August 12, 2024 for the purpose of discussing school safety as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act. No official action was taken.
  3. Student Board Representative Report – Nicole Escano Henriquez
    1. Ms. Escano Henriquez reported on the following:
      1. Link Crew
      2. Marching Band preview
      3. Back-to-school events
      4. Transition Day is August 20, 2024.
      5. First Day of school is August 21, 2024.
      6. Fall Sports
  4. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Krauser
    1. No report was provided. 
  5. Business Office Report – Mrs. Kendig
    1. The following items were presented for discussion. They will be recommended for approval during the regular monthly meeting scheduled for August 26, 2024. 
      1. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Master Service Agreement with Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 to provide discounted rates for Imagine Language and Literacy Reusable Licenses for ELL students for the 2024-25 school year at a total cost of $2,207.25. 
      2. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Agreement with Specialized Education of Pennsylvania, Inc that owns and operates High Road School of Southern York to provide Autistic Support Services for the 2024-25 school year at a cost outlined in Exhibit A of the agreement. 
      3. The Administration recommends Board approval of the renewal of an agreement with Johnson Controls Fire Protection for the 2024-25 school year in the amount of $33,935.00. This is a $12,625 reduction from last year’s amount. 
      4. The Administration recommends Board approval of the agreement with Republic Services for the 2024-25 school year for the removal/recycling of facility and HS science chemicals in the amount of $10,113.07. This is a $1,003.26 reduction from last year’s amount. 
      5. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Agreement with Specialized Education of Pennsylvania, Inc that owns and operates High Road School of York to reserve 10 seats to provide behavioral, social, emotions and special education services to students for the 2024-25 school year. The total cost is $336,600.00.
      6. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Student Placement Agreement for one student who will participate in the Life Skills Support classroom for the 2024-25 school year located at Eastern York High School for a total cost of $31,860.00. 
      7. The Administration recommends Board approval of the three (3) year Clinical Experience Agreement  with Western Governors University for pre-service teachers to complete field experiences and student teaching in the District. There is no cost for these services.
  6. Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report – Dr. Sullivan
    1. The following Academic Standards & Curriculum recommendations were approved as part of a consent agenda. Motion was revised to exclude Integrated Math 1 and Integrated Math 1 – Grade 8.   Motion, Sullivan, Second, Robinson; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 8 members present, Motion passes 8-0. 
      1. New or revised courses and supporting academic standards:
        1. Name Change only:  Research & Design grades K, 1, and 2 to Applied Engineering & Technology  grades K, 1, and 2
        2. Applied Engineering & Technology – Grade 3
        3. Applied Engineering & Technology – Grade 4
        4. Applied Engineering & Technology – Grade 5
        5. Science – Grade 3
        6. Science – Grade 4
        7. Science – Grade 5
        8. Science – Grade 6
        9. Science – Grade 7
        10. Science – Grade 8
        11. Biology I:  Overviews and Unit Plans
        12. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) & Fire Services: Pathways to First Responder & Health Care Certifications
      2. The following courses were discussed and voted on separately from the consent agenda.  Motion, Sullivan, Second, Robinson; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 8 members present, Motion fails 4-4. (Nay votes: Sanders, Turner, Hesson, and SanMartin)
        1. Integrated Math 1
        2. Integrated Math 1 – Grade 8
  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, Desai; Approval. Roll Call Vote, 8 members present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.

      1. Employment
        1. Recommend the Board to approve Tiajuana Murray, Paraprofessional, at York Suburban Middle School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/29/2024)
        2. Recommend the Board approve Alexandra Damian, Library Paraprofessional, at York Suburban Middle School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/29/2024)
        3. Recommend the Board approve Ashley Criss, Personal Care Assistant (PCA), at York Suburban Middle School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/29/2024)
        4. Recommend the Board approve Hannah Berkebile, Library Paraprofessional, at East York Elementary School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.70 per hour. This represents step 2 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/30/2024)
        5. Recommend the Board approve Kelly Ferrara, Paraprofessional, at Valley View Elementary School with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/30/2024)
        6. Recommend the Board approve Angel Gentzler, Paraprofessional, at Yorkshire Elementary School with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour.This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/31/2024)
        7. Recommend the Board approve Ashley Reinoso, Library Paraprofessional, at Yorkshire Elementary School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/31/2024)
        8. Recommend the Board approve Kelly Allen, Paraprofessional, at Valley View Elementary School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 7/31/2024). 
        9. Recommend the Board approve Zukelia Mack, Paraprofessional, at York Suburban High School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $15.10 per hour. This represents step 3 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 8/06/2024).
        10. Recommend the Board approve Erin Lewis, Paraprofessional, at Valley View Elementary School,  for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly rate of $14.30 per hour. This  represents step 1 of the YSESPA Paraprofessional wage schedule. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all new employee onboarding. (hired 8/06/2024). 
      2. Transfers
        1. Recommend the Board approve the following staff transfer for 2024-2025: 
          1. Jessica Weaver – From Special Education Teacher (High School) to Special Education Specialist (across schools – Pupil Services) 
          2. Kristen Trevino– From Paraprofessional at YS High School to Special Education Teacher at YS High School for the 2024-2025 school year with an annual salary of $64,670, which represents Bachelors step 1 of the YSEA negotiated agreement.
      3. Extracurricular
        1. Recommend the Board approve Hannah Kuhn, Assistant (#1) Musical Director, at York Suburban Middle School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an annual stipend of $2,280 (paid out in two installments) in accordance with the YSEA bargaining agreement. 
        2. Recommend the Board approve Pavle Badovinac, Assistant (#2)  Boys Soccer Coach, at York Suburban High School, for the 2024-2025 school year with an annual stipend of $2,757 (paid out in two installments) in accordance with the YSEA bargaining agreement. 
        3. Recommend the Board approve the appointment of Lorra Cummings as the MS Dept Leader Math 6-8 with an annual stipend of $1000. This replaces Kyle Greenholt who was previously approved on July 22.
        4. Recommend the Board approve the appointment of Laura Bawell to split (50%) FACS K-12 Department Leader with Sonya Brown.
      4. Reliance Transportation
        1. Recommend the Board approve the 2024-2025 Transportation Drivers
        2. Recommend the Board approve the following new drivers: 
          1. Elizabeth Schmitt
          2. Maria Mucha
          3. Mark Sharrar
      5. STS Substitutes
        1. Edward Thompson
        2. Melody Leubecker (Act 86)
        3. Donna Williams
        4. Carly Ann Jackson (Act 86)
        5. Emily Pringle (Act 86)
      6. Volunteers
        1. Kyle Bulgarelli
        2. Barbara Harcourt
        3. Kaylah Jordan
        4. Andrew Pituch
        5. Katlyn Pituch
        6. Mary Renda
  9. Property & Finance Committee Report – Mr. Desai
    1. No report was provided. The next meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2024.
  10. Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. The highlights were presented from the LIU Board Meeting held on June 25, 2024.
    2. LIU Joint Operating Authority Report
      1. No report was provided.
  11. York Adams Academy Report – Mrs. Freireich
    1. No report was provided.
  12. Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
    1. Mr. Robinson provided information on the following:
      1. District meetings with Representative Carol Hill-Evans on August 8, 2024, and Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill on August 12, 2024. 
  13. York Adams Tax Bureau Report – Mrs. Kendig
    1. No report was provided.
  14. York County School of Technology Report – Mrs. Schroeder
    1. Mrs. Schroeder provided information on important dates for the start of the school year and the approval of the feasibility study proposal submitted by Crabtree, Rohrbaugh, and Associates.
  15. Recognition of Visitors
  16. Upcoming Events
  17. Board Meeting & Committee Meeting Schedules
  18. Public Comments
    1. Dan Barker (Springettsbury Township) and Mary Beliveau (Springettsbury Township) commented on the Legislative Report.
    2. Bill Reineberg (Spring Garden Township) commented on the planning and design of the intermediate and high school projects.
    3. Cathy Shaffer (Spring Garden Township) commented on public education funding. 
  19.  Board Comments / Recognitions
    1. Mr. Robinson commented on the PAYS presentation from a prior board meeting.
    2. Mrs. Schroeder, Mr. Sanders, and Mrs. Turner commented on the planning and design of the intermediate and high school projects.
  20. Adjournment
    1. The meeting was adjourned at 9:16 pm.

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