Minutes 2026-01-12

York Suburban Board of School Directors
Planning
January 12, 2026 – 7 p.m.
York Suburban High School Cafeteria

MINUTES

1.0  Call to Order: The planning meeting of the York Suburban Board of School Directors convened on Monday, January 12, 2026, in the High School Cafeteria. Board President Mrs. Schroeder called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2.0  Pledge of Allegiance: Following the call to order, Mrs. Schroeder led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.0  Roll Call: Mrs. Kendig noted that all Board Directors were present.
Danny Amon, Pinal Desai, Nicole Hesson, Rolanda Pagan-SanMartin, Jim Polanzke, Richard Robinson, Lois Ann Schroeder, Ashley Turner, and Steve Whiteley.
4.0  An opportunity was provided for public comments on agenda items. No comments were received.
5.0  Student Board Representative Report: Mr. Peterkin provided a summary of student events, activities, and athletics.
6.0  Board President Report: No report was provided.
7.0  Action Item

7.1  The Board unanimously approved the Personnel Report as listed below.
Motion-Desai; Second-Hesson. Approval by unanimous consent, 9 members present. Motion passed 9-0.

          • Employment
            • Robert Lentz, Game Help, for the 2025-2026 school year, at the per-event rate set by the district. This offer is contingent upon successful completion of all onboarding requirements.
          • Leave of Absence
            • Adison Godfrey, unpaid extended leave of absence from February 2, 2026, through May 29, 2026.
          • Resignations
            • Jordan Cobb, Assistant (#2) Girls Soccer Coach at York Suburban High School, effective January 5, 2026.
            • Jessica Bobb, Assistant Field Hockey Coach at York Suburban High School, effective January 5, 2026.
          • Retirements
            • Jacqueline James, School Counselor at Valley View Elementary School, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Jackie dedicated 25 years to public education and 21 to York Suburban.
            • Jamie Britton, School Counselor at York Suburban High School effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Jamie dedicated 29 years of service at York Suburban.
            • Joseph Toren, Teacher at York Suburban High School, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Joseph dedicated 32 years to public education and 24 at York Suburban.
            • Stephanie Snelbaker, Teacher at York Suburban Middle School, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Stephanie dedicated 26 years to public education, including 16 at York Suburban.
          • Transportation
            • Ivelisse Aceredo
            • Celeste Williams
            • Scott Torres
            • Volunteers
            • Anne Busse
            • Richard Gilbert
            • Aimee Hartman
            • John Jacobson
            • David Lloyd
            • Jeffrey Miller
            • Katerine Padilla-Rivas
            • Donald Reigart
            • Scott Reinecker
            • Cole Rohrbaugh
            • William Walters

8.0  Administrative Reports and Discussion Items

8.1  Superintendent

8.1.a.  Dr. Krauser announced that January is School Director Appreciation Month and expressed appreciation to the Board Directors for volunteering their time to serve our students, schools, and communities. He noted that tokens of appreciation from the high school and District administration would be distributed at the conclusion of this meeting. More celebrations are planned for the January 26 meeting.

8.1.b.  The following Board policies were presented for a second reading:

8.1.b.1.  102 – Academic Standards
8.1.b.2.  105 – Curriculum
8.1.b.3.  122 – Extracurricular Activities
8.1.b.4.  123 – Interscholastic Athletics
8.1.b.5.  209.2 – Diabetes Management
8.1.b.6.  918 – Title I Parent and Family Engagement

8.2  Assistant Superintendent

8.2.a.  Dr. Lorfink provided an update on the 2023-2026 Comprehensive Plan.

8.3  Chief Financial and Operations Officer

8.3.a.  Audit Report: Mr. Jeffrey Kowalczyk of Barbacane, Thornton, & Company, presented a brief overview of the audit of the District’s financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The administration will be seeking approval of the Audit Report at the January 26, 2026 meeting.
8.3.b.  The following items were presented for discussion. They will be recommended for approval during the regular monthly meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026.

8.3.b.1.  Agreement with Thomson Reuters for a CLEAR Proflex that provides a digital platform to assist with residency verification for a duration of 3 years. The cost is $17,199 for the first year with an annual increase of 5%.

8.3.b.2.  Memorandum of agreement with Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology to permit students to participate in dual enrollment. Students will receive a 50% scholarship for full-time enrollment.

8.3.b.3.  Proposed York County School of Technology 2026-2027 Budget.

8.3.b.4.  Raising the IRS mileage reimbursement rate to $0.725/mile effective January 1, 2026. This is an increase of 2.5 cents per mile.

9.0  Action Item(s)

9.1  Consent Item(s): The Board unanimously approved the following item on the consent agenda.
Motion-Desai; Second-Hesson. Approved by unanimous consent, 9 members present. Motion passed 9-0.

9.1.a.  December 22, 2025, meeting minutes

10.0  Informational Item(s)

10.1  Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report

10.1.a.  Mrs. Turner presented the Highlights of the LIU Board Meeting of January 6, 2026. She reported that the General Operating Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year was proposed.
10.1.b.  Joint Operating Authority (JOA) – Next meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2026.
10.1.c.  Joint Operating Committee (JOC)

10.2  York Adams Academy Report: Mr. Whiteley reported that 13 of the District’s 15 seats are currently filled and that the winter graduation ceremony is Thursday, January 15, 2026.

10.3  Legislative Update: Mr. Robinson provided an update on current legislative matters and reported that the Senate Appropriations Budget Hearing for the 2026-2027 fiscal year is scheduled for February 23, 2026.

10.4  York Adams Tax Bureau Report: No report was provided.

10.5  York County School of Technology Report: No report was provided.

10.5.a.  Joint Operating Committee (JOC)
10.5.b.  Joint Operating Authority (JOA)

11.0  Mrs. Schroeder thanked everyone for coming.
12.0  A second opportunity for public comments was provided. No comments were received.
13.0  Board Comments/Recognitions

        • Mr. Whiteley expressed appreciation for the retiring teachers and commented on the High School Art and Technology Portfolio Show.
        • Mr. Robinson commented on public feedback regarding the cordial atmosphere of Board meetings, noting a sense of unity and optimism.
        • Mrs. Schroeder commented on the Board’s participation in tours of all District buildings, highlighting the value of these visits in gaining a deeper understanding of the schools and their operations.

14.0  The meeting was adjourned at 8:58 p.m.