Minutes 2017-05-22

YORK SUBURBAN SCHOOL BOARD
REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
MAY 22, 2017 – 7:00 PM
PROVARD EDUCATION CENTER

An Executive Session was held at 5:00 PM.

M I N U T E S

(approved on June 19, 2017)

General Business
Call to Order - Ms. Leopold-Sharp
1. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
  Ms. Leopold-Sharp called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
2. Roll Call
  Members present – Emily Bates, Ellen Freireich, Lynne Leopold-Sharp, John Posenau, Richard Robinson, Lois Ann Schroeder, Cathy Shaffer, Michael Thoman, Peyton Stuart (Student Representative)
  
  Members not present – Scott Eden
3. Public Comment. All comments and questions will be addressed to the President. Board and staff members will not normally respond to comments or questions during the meeting unless recognized by the President for this purpose. Comments will be limited, at the discretion of the President, to five minutes or less.
  Ms. Leopold-Sharp reported above. An opportunity was provided for public comment.
  
  Dick Grau, 2401 Cambridge Road – District Track Meet Medal Winners
4. Discussion and Action on Board Minutes. Approval of the Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting of May 8, 2017 and the Regular Monthly Meeting of April 17, 2017. [Public Comment; Approval as submitted/corrected]
  Ms. Leopold-Sharp reported the minutes are approved as submitted and will be filed for audit.
Treasurer’s Report - Mr. Posenau [Consent Agenda: Would any Board member like any of these items considered separately or are there any questions any any of these items? If not, the chair moves approval of the below-mentioned items; Public Comment; Roll Call Vote]
Approval of Financial Reports as of April 30, 2017 [File for audit]
1. Treasurer’s Report (All Funds)
2. General Fund Revenue Report
3. General Fund Expenditure Report
4. Summary Report – Capital Project, Capital Reserve, Food Service
5. Check Summary Report – General Fund, Food Service, Capital Project
6. Student Activity Account Summary
7. Budget Transfers
  Motion, Posenau, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
Board President’s Report - Ms. Leopold-Sharp
1. Peyton Stuart is attending his last meeting as the Student Board Representative. He will be recognized for his service at this time.
  Ms. Leopold-Sharp congratulated Peyton Stuart on a job well done this year and presented him with a plaque.
2. The Board met prior to this meeting in Executive Session as permitted by Section 707 of the Sunshine Act for the purpose of discussing negotiations. No official action was taken.
  Ms. Leopold-Sharp reported above.
3. Recommendation for John Posenau to be appointed Treasurer for one year beginning July 1, 2017 at no compensation. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Leopold-Sharp, Second, Bates; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
4. Recommendation for Corinne Mason to be appointed Board Secretary for a two year term beginning June 1, 2017 as part of her responsibilities as the Director of Finance. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Leopold-Sharp, Second, Schroeder; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
Superintendent’s Report - Dr. Merkle
1. Student Enrollment Report
  Dr. Merkle reported above.
2. The Administration recommends Board approval of the application for Act 80 days for the 2017-18 school year for the following dates and reasons:
  August 14 – In-service for all staff
  August 15 – In-service for all staff
  October 4 – Parent/Teacher Conferences for all staff
  November 1 – In-service program for elementary staff
  November 3 – In-service program for secondary staff
  March 9 – In-service for all staff
  May 25 – In-service for all staff
  
  [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  
  Motion, Freireich, Second, Shaffer; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
3. The Administration recommends Board approval of the addition of two full-time aide positions for the Emotional Support program at the intermediate (grade 3-5) level. The district previously contracted with the LIU for these positions. With the change in teacher, it is an appropriate time to change the enitre staff and there will be a cost savings. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Shaffer, Second, Bates; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
4. The Administration recommends Board approval of the addition of two full-time aide positions for the Autistic Support program at the primary (K-2) level. These positions were considered as a part of the package when the Board approved the transfer of the Autistic support program from the LIU and these positions were considered as a part of the total savings that the district would realize from this change. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Bates, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
5. The Administration is recommending the addition of a half-time custodial position. This is accounted for in the budget to be approved tonight. The position is designated for the middle school at this time as there is a need for additional help as delineated in the attached document. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Dr. Merkle reported above.
  
  A discussion continued and points were – this would be an evening position during heavy cleaning time; the district strives for a Level 2 standard for cleaning; this request was recommended by the Facilities Department to assist with cleaning for new rooms and areas not previously used; the Administration does not anticipate significant changes with custodial cleaning schedule with the all day kindergarten program.
  
  Motion, Bates, Second, Shaffer; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
6. The Administration would like to update the Board with the plans for the assignment of the five additional teaching positions built into the budget. At this point, the intent is to assign the positions as follows: 1.5 Kindergarten, 0.5 Spanish with high school placement, and 1.0 to be split Social Science/Dean for Middle School placement. The remaining two positions will be assigned to some combination of the following: Kindergarten, Grade 3 and/or Music.
  Dr. Merkle reported above and provided further update that the administration would like to use a full time position for the MS Dean.The Administration is very grateful for the addition of these positions. The new positions are clearly needed across the district and will be put to good use.
Business Office Report - Ms. Mason
1. The Administration recommends Board adoption of the resolution to approve the 2017-18 General Operating Fund Budget in the amount of $55,720,297 and to set the real estate tax rate at 22.7495 mills. This represents a 1.5% increase which is less than the state index of 2.5% set for the 2017-18 fiscal year. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Posenau, Second, Shaffer; Approval.
  
  On behalf of the Board, Mr. Posenau recognized the work the Administration did to bring this budget to fruition as it provides everything students need and a tax relief to the tax payers.
  
  Dr. Merkle thanked the Board for their support on the budget and commented that Ms. Mason did an outstanding job with the work on the budget.
  
  Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
2. The Administration recommends Board adoption of the resolution authorizing the distribution of $665,159.86 of state gaming funds to 5,433 eligible homestead properties and 0 farmstead properties under Section 342 of Act 1. This certified amount is $1,360.65 more than the amount certified for the 2016-17 year. The real estate tax reduction amount applicable to each approved homestead for 2017-18 is $123.17. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Posenau, Second, Schroeder; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
3. The Administration recommends Board approval for the Director of Finance to authorize all of the necessary transfers required for the 2016-17 fiscal year that are needed after June 30, 2017. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Freireich, Second, Posenau; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
4. The Administration recommends Board approval of the following Depositories for 2017-18:
  1. Adams County National Bank
  2. Pennsylvania School District Liquid Asset Fund (PSDLAF)
  3. Integrity Bank
    [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
    
    Motion, Freirech, Second, Shaffer; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
5. The Administration recommends Board approval of the revised Use of Facilities Fee Schedule. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Bates, Second, Shaffer; Approval of Items E-S.
  
  A discussion continued and the point was – the Administration and Whitsons are waiting for direction from PA Department of Education regarding the changes in the federal nutrition standards.
  
  Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
6. The Administration recommends Board approval of The Glatfelter Agency, a Division of Glatfelter Insurance Group, as Broker of Record for the 2017-18 fiscal year. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
7. The Administration recommends Board approval of the bid to Virco in the amount of $43,107 for furniture for Valley View Elementary and Yorkshire Elementary. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
8. The Administration recommends Board approval of the appointment of the firm, Stock and Leader Attorneys at Law, Solicitor for the District for the 2017-18 fiscal year. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
9. The Administration recommends Board approval of Pittsburgh Stage to do the stage renovations at the High School Auditorium, which include replacement of the curtains, relocation of the rigging and replacing the floor for a total cost of $138,000. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
10. The Administration recommends Board approval of the contract with Wisehaven Event Center at a cost of $1,000 for the room and $3.00 per person for food and beverage for the Homecoming Dance to be held on October 7, 2017. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
11. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Catering Sales Agreement with Wyndham Garden for the Prom to be held on May 19, 2018. The room rental is $1,000. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
12. The Administration recommends Board approval of the three year agreement with Wellspan for athletic trainer services at an annual cost of $28,500. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
13. The Administration recommends Board approval of the establishment of the Student Activity Account, York Suburban Middle School Yearbook Club, for the purposes of raising funds to pay for yearbooks and purchasing yearbook club supplies. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
14. The Administration recommends Board approval of the five year contract with Whitson’s Culinary Group as the Food Service Management Company to be renewed annually as required by the PA Department of Education. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
15. The Administration recommends Board approval of the 2017-18 Food Service Budget of $1,363,919 and set the lunch and breakfast prices as follows:
  
  Proposed Meal Prices – 2017-18
  
  $.10 Increase (Lunch)
  
  Lunch
  
  Breakfast
  
  $2.40 Elementary
  
  $1.40 Elementary
  
  $2.65 Secondary
  
  $1.40 Secondary
  
  $3.90 Adult
  
  $2.05 Adult
  
  [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
16. The Administration recommends Board approval of a contract with Lead Smart Coaching, LLC in the amount of $3,700 for a day of administrative training and ongoing coaching in the area of mindfulness and school leadership. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
17. The Administration recommends Board approval of the Resolution with Respect to Refinancing and Restructuring York County School of Technology Authority, Series of 2007 Lease Revenue Bonds and Financing Renovations and Additions to the York County School of Technology. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
18. The Administration recommends Board approval of the change order to McCarty & Son, Inc. in the amount of $69,594 for the sound system work for the stadium. The item was originally part of the electrical bid for the Stadium Security Enhancement Project for which we received no bids. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
19. The Administration recommends Board approval of an agreement between York Suburban School District and Schoology, Inc. for the purchase of services in connection with Schoology’s web-based Learning Management System (LMS) for a total subscription cost of $9,500. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  This item was approved in the motion listed in Item E.
20. The Administration recommends Board approval for settlement of the tax assessment appeal litigation (Case No. 2016-SU-001319-26) for Tax Parcel 48-000-11-0020.00-00000, 325 South Belmont Street, Spring Garden Township, York County, Pennsylvania owned by York Pennsylvania Hospital Company, LLC, for a total assessed value for tax years 2016 and 2017 as follows:
  2016: $4,919,770
  2017: $3,954,930
  
  Absent major renovations, improvements, or demolition of the subject property, or a county-wide reassessment, there shall be no further change to the assessment of the subject property until the tax year beginning January 1, 2020. The District Administration and solicitor are authorized to take all steps necessary to effectuate this settlement and to resolve this pending tax assessment appeal case. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  
  Motion, Shaffer, Second, Schroeder; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
21. The Administration recommends Board approval of TIPS as a vendor for purchasing under contract. [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
  Motion, Bates, Second, Schroeder; Approval.
  
  A discussion continued and the point was – TIPS is an out of state approved program based out of Texas that Mr. Henry found for computer equipment and the solicitors have completed a thorough review.
  
  Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
22. Informational:
  1. Change in walk zone update
    Ms. Mason reported above.
    
    A discussion continued and the points were – this information was previously a part of policy attachments and is now included with the administrative guidelines; the new bus routes will be available on July 1.
  2. Donation in the amount of $909 from the Valley View PTO for field trips to Flinchbaughs and Perry Dell Farms
    Ms. Mason reported above.
  3. Food Service Department Report
    1. Dining Review Report for April
    2. Sales Report
      Ms. Mason reported above. Whitsons received an audit score of 95% and was the highest they have received to date. Congratulations!
Student Board Representative Report - Peyton Stuart
Welcome to Next Year’s Student Board Representative – Elise Atkinson

Mr. Stuart introduced Elise Atkinson as next year’s Student Board Representative and reported that he anticipates Elise doing a great job in this position.

Dr. Merkle added that Elise has an extensive resume and shared about her recent prom dress project and introduced Elise’s mother in attendance this evening, Kristy Atkinson.

Mr. Stuart provided a report that included senior prank day is tomorrow, finals are scheduled on Wednesday and Thursday, graduation is scheduled on Thursday evening and the National Honor Society will be selling roses to parents. Prom was held this past weekend, the music was great, approximately 300 people attended and Post Prom was held from 11:30-3:00 with approximately 100 students attending with lots of activities for students. The Algebra and Biology Keystones were given last week. An athletics report was provided. Last Monday evening was the Academic Awards Reception. Mr. Stuart completed his report by thanking the Board for the opportunity of being the Student Board Representative, sharing that he has grown as a person and this was the best high school experience he encountered to date. He enjoyed communicating ideas and making connections. It has been a lot of fun.

Mr. Stuart responded to a question about his school community service for next year – he will be the mini thon captain, homecoming bonfire captain, involved with many clubs, running cross country, tennis captain and will be managing the girls’ basketball team.

Committee Reports - Ms. Leopold-Sharp

Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report - Mrs. Schroeder
The minutes of March 23 are provided.

Mrs. Schroeder reported above.
Communications Committee Report - Ms. Shaffer
The Activity and Communications Reports are provided.

Ms. Shaffer reported above and asked if a press release will be prepared for the budget vote that took place this evening. It was the will of the Board to proceed with a press release.

Personnel Committee Report - Ms. Bates
(Please note there is an Addendum located at the end of the agenda.)

The minutes of April 11 are provided.
Ms. Bates reported above.

Consent Agenda [You have before you the Personnel Report which includes retirement, resignation, appointment, employment, leave of absence, re-appointment of extracurricular advisors, appointment of department chairpersons and resource persons, re-appointment of medical personnel, substitute teacher, guest teachers, prospective teacher as a substitute teacher and volunteers. Would any Board member like any of these items considered separately or are there any questions on any of these items? If not, the chair moves approval of the below-mentioned items; Public Comment; Roll Call Vote]

Motion, Bates, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.

Dr. Merkle commented on the retirement of Gert Baronner who has done an outstanding job for the district for the past ten years. Mrs. Gross has a unique situation and her retirement will turn into a resignation. Mrs. Gross has done a nice job for the district and we certainly wish her well in her new endeavor.

Dr. Fuhrman introduced Arianna Good in attendance this evening.

Dr. Krauser introduced Melissa Hendrix-Martin and Adam Schimpf, in attendance this evening.

Dr. Merkle commented on the several transfers internally with paraprofessionals.

Dr. Krauser introduced Jennifer Fasick, in attendance this evening.

Mrs. Fasick shared that she is looking forward to joining the York Suburban family.

Retirement
1. Recommend Board approval of the retirement of Gertrude Baronner, Custodian at Valley View Elementary, effective June 30, 2017. Mrs. Baronner is retiring after having served 10 years with York Suburban School District.
2. Recommend Board approval of the request of Victoria Gross to rescind her letter of retirement previously approved at the December 19, 2016, Board meeting.
Resignation
1. Recommend Board approval of the resignation of Rebecca Deal, Instructional Support Aide at East York Elementary, effective May 25, 2017.
2. Recommend Board approval of the resignation of Cari Flora, Custodial at the High School, effective May 10, 2017.
3. Recommend Board approval of the resignation of Victoria Gross, Director of Educational Services, effective June 1, 2017.
4. Recommend Board approval of the resignation of Michelle Lucabaugh, Administrative Assistant for Pupil Personnel & Technology in the Education Center, effective August 5, 2017.
Appointment
1. Recommend the appointment of Jennifer Harr as MS Student Council Co-Advisor and MS Assistant Student Council Co-Advisor for the 2017-2018 school year at the salaries of $737 and $404.50, respectively, which represents 1/2 of Step 2 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.
2. Recommend the appointment of Pamela Kutcher as MS Student Council Co-Advisor and MS Assistant Student Council Co-Advisor for the 2017-2018 school year at the salaries of $737 and $404.50, respectively, which represents 1/2 of Step 2 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.
3. Recommend the appointment of Melissa Martin as MS Yearbook Co-Advisor for the 2017-2018 school year at the salary of $462 which represents ½ of Step 1 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.
4. Recommend the appointment of Molly McAuliffe as MS Yearbook Co-Advisor for the 2017-2018 school year at the salary of $544.50 which represents ½ of Step 2 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.
5. Recommend the appointment of Joelle Stark as HS French Club Advisor for the 2017-2018 school year at the salary of $394 which represents Step 1 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.

Employment

Name:	Arianna N. Good
Education:	Garden Spot High School, Diploma; Cairn University, B.S. in Education and B.S. in Bible; Cabrini University, M.Ed. with a Reading Specialist Concentration
Certification:	Special Education PK-12 Elementary K-6 Mid-Level Mathematics 6-9 Reading Specialist PK-12
Contract:	Professional Contract
Salary:	$67,900 – M.S. – Step 5
Assignment:	Special Education Teacher – East York Elementary
Effective:	2017-2018

Name:	Melissa R. Hendrix-Martin
Education:	Kennard Dale High School, Diploma; Bloomsburg University of PA, B.S. in Education
Certification:	English 7-12
Contract:	Temporary Professional Contract
Salary:	$56,625 – B.S. – Step 3
Assignment:	English Language Arts Teacher – Middle School
Effective:	2017-2018

Name:	Adam J. Schimpf
Education:	Gettysburg College, B.A. in Mathematics; Wilkes University, M.S. in Education
Certification:	Mathematics 7-12
Contract:	Professional Contract
Salary:	$67,900 – M.S. – Step 5
Assignment:	Mathematics Teacher – Middle School
Effective:	2017-2018

Recommend the employment of Carol Brown as an Instructional Support Aide at Valley View Elementary at the hourly rate of $10.65, effective August 16, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Nathan Beuschlein as HS Percussion Advisor (Fall) for the 2017-2018 school year at the salary of $1,264 which represents Step 1 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.
Recommend the employment of Jordan Cobb as a Seasonal Maintenance Employee at the hourly rate of $8.50, effective May 23, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Sara Freed as an Administrative Assistant for MS Guidance at the Middle School at the hourly rate of $15.00, effective June 12, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Chrystal Gerner as a 7-hour per day Instructional Support Aide in the Autism Support classroom at Valley View Elementary School at the hourly rate of $10.83, effective August 16, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Marguerite Mann as a 7-hour per day Instructional Support Aide in the Autism Support classroom at Valley View Elementary School at the hourly rate of $11.94, effective August 16, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Amy Moffitt as a 7-hour per day Instructional Support Aide in the Emotional Support classroom at East York Elementary School at the hourly rate of $10.83, effective August 16, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Mary Beth Reese as a 5-hour per day Custodian at East York Elementary at the hourly rate of $13.39, effective May 9, 2017.
Recommend the employment of Denise Stayman as Middle School Head Cheerleading Coach (Fall) for the 2017-2018 school year at the stipend of $1,562 which represents Step 1 of the Extracurricular Salary Schedule.

Leave of Absence
1. Recommend Board approval of the request of Lacie Harlacker, Custodian at the Middle School, for an FMLA leave of absence starting May 4, 2017, through approximately July 17, 2017.
2. Recommend Board approval of the request of Kathy Pugh, Administrative Assistant at the High School, for an FMLA leave of absence starting May 5, 2017, through approximately May 25, 2017.
Re-Appointment of Extracurricular Advisor for 2016-2017

LAST

FIRST

POSITION

SALARY

STEP

Stiles

Jonathan

HS Musical Sound & Lighting

$1,279

4

Re-Appointment of Extracurricular Advisors for 2017-2018

LAST	FIRST	POSITION	SALARY	STEP
Anderson	Daniel	National Honor Society Advisor	$1,556	Step 4
Bedell	Elizabeth	HS GSA	$1,156	Step 4
Bedell	Elizabeth	HS Newspaper Advisor	$1,156	Step 4
Bedell	Elizabeth	HS Project Harmony Advisor	$1,156	Step 4
Cebula	Heidi	HS English Honor Society Advisor	$656	Step 4
Fornadel	Karen	National Art Honor Society Advisor	$1,556	Step 4
Geiple	Jacqueline	HS Green Club Advisor	$1,156	Step 4
Gentzyel	Leslie	HS Science Olympiad Coordinator	$1,156	Step 4
Good	Oliver	HS Assistant Student Council Advisor	$1,556	Step 4
Gutekunst	Neil	HS Best Buddies Advisor (1/2)	$1,053 (1/2)	Step 4
Hammond	Joan	11th Grade Class Advisor	$1,156	Step 4
Hammond	Joan	12th Grade Class Advisor	$1,156	Step 4
Houck	Stacy	MS Envirothon Coordinator	$459	Step 2
Husler	Matthew	HS Jazz Band	$2,318	Step 4
Husler	Matthew	HS Marching & Concert Band Director	$6,558	Step 4
Intrieri	Amy	MS Musical Choral Director	$2,106	Step 4
Intrieri	Amy	MS Musical Director (1/2)	$982 (1/2)	Step 2
Jackson	Michael	MS TV Technical Advisor	$2,201	Step 4
Kingston	Jolene	HS SADD Advisor	$1,156	Step 4
Kinneman	Heather	HS Spanish Honor Society Advisor	$656	Step 4
Krzanowski	Amber	HS Trojan Theatre Set Design & Construction	$1,790	Step 3
Lawrence	Sarah	HS Quiz Bowl (1/2)	$778 (1/2)	Step 4
Lubaszewski	Thomas	HS Ski Club Advisor	$656	Step 4
Markey	Ashley	HS Assistant Marching Band Director	$4,123	Step 4
Martin	Jennifer	HS Best Buddies Advisor (1/2)	$1,053 (1/2)	Step 4
McAuliffe	Molly	MS Musical Choreographer	$1,261	Step 4
McAuliffe	Molly	MS Musical Director (1/2)	$1,403 (1/2)	Step 4
McFadden	James	MS Science Fair Coordinator	$2,106	Step 4
Metzler	Shannon	HS Trojan Theatre Director	$3,448	Step 3
Payne	Scott	MS TV Program Advisor	$1,752	Step 4
Rodriguez	Felicia	HS Color Guard (Fall)	$2,849	Step 4
Shearer	Carole	HS German Honor Society Advisor	$558	Step 3
Smith	Marjorie	10th Grade Class Advisor	$656	Step 4
Stayer	Hannah	HS YS Singers	$2,278	Step 4
Stayer	Hannah	MS Choir	$874	Step 3
Styer	Erika	9th Grade Class Advisor	$656	Step 4
Styer	Erika	HS Link Crew	$2,106	Step 4
Thrush	Ashley	HS Strings Ensembles	$2,106	Step 4
Thrush	Ashley	MS Orchestra	$1,056	Step 4
Thrush	Ashley	Tri-M Music Honor Society Advisor	$656	Step 4
Toren	Joseph	HS TV Studio Advisor	$3,457	Step 4
Weinrich	Steven	MS Musical Set Design & Construction	$1,156	Step 4
Weld	Jesse	HS Quiz Bowl (1/2)	$778 (1/2)	Step 4
Whiteley	Stephen	HS Student Council Advisor	$2,806	Step 4
Willson	Kevin	HS Yearbook Advisor	$2,106	Step 4

Appointment of Department Chairpersons and Resource Persons for a 3 year term of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2020, to be reviewed annually.

LAST	FIRST	POSITION	SALARY
Bedell	Elizabeth	9-12 English Department Chair	$2,400
Eifert	Cynthia	6-8 Social Science Department Chair	$1,800
Furjanic	Erica	K-12 Art Department Chair	$2,000
Gentzyel	Leslie	9-12 Science Department Chair	$2,400
Hammond	Joan	6-12 FACS Department Chair	$1,800
Hauck	Wendy	K-5 Math Resource Person	$1,000
Haun	Donna	9-12 Special Education Department Chair	$1,600
Henry	Kerri	K-5 Elem. Guid. and Behavior Support Resource Person	$1,000
Howe	Tina	6-12 Guidance Department Chair	$1,800
Johnson	Cheryl	K-5 Science Resource Person	$1,000
Kendrick	Amy	K-12 Library Department Chair	$2,000
Kenee	Alyce	K-8 Computer and Information Technology Department Chair	$1,800
Kinneman	Heather	6-12 World Language Department Chair	$1,800
Kowitz	Alicia	6-8 Math Department Chair	$1,800
Markey	Ashley	K-12 Music Department Chair	$2,000
McFadden	James	6-8 Science Department Chair	$1,800
Milkowski	Elizabeth	K-12 Wellness Department Chair	$2,000
Moore	Jared	6-12 Technology Education Department Chair	$1,800
Page	Karen	6-8 Language Arts Department Chair	$1,800
Spanswick	Sallie	K-12 ESL Resource Person	$1,000
Stover	Julie	K-5 Language Arts Resource Person	$1,000
Uffelman	Amy	K-5 Social Science Resource Person	$1,000
Werkley	Rushell	9-12 Math Department Chair	$2,400
Willson	Kevin	9-12 Business Education Department Chair	$1,600
Rumbaugh	Christopher	9-12 Social Science Department Chair	$2,400

Re-Appointment of Medical Personnel for 2017-18
1. Recommend the re-appointment of Christian N. Carlisle, DDS, as the school dentist at an examining fee of $10 per student.
2. Recommend the re-appointment of East York Family Medicine – Wellspan Medical Group with Dr. Carlene Warner and Dr. Teresa Seydel, as our primary physicians for consultation, supervision of protocols and required school physical examinations (excluding sports physicals) at a consultation fee of $500 per year. The individual physical examination fee is $15 per student.
Recommend the employment of the following Substitute Teacher at the daily rate of $100, effective May 23, 2017.

Angeline Hepner
Recommend the employment of the following Guest Teachers at the daily rate of $100, effective May 23, 2017.

Marc Charisse

Lauren Moore
Recommend the employment of the following Prospective Teacher as a Substitute Teacher at the daily rate of $100, effective May 23, 2017.

Morgan King
Recommend Board approval of the following Volunteers for 2016-2017.

Nathaniel Burt

Joseph Seidel

Policy Review Committee - Mr. Thoman
The committee recommends the following policy revisions.
1. Policies reviewed by committee.
2. Policies reviewed by the administrative team with minor revisions.
3. Policies reviewed by the administrative team with no change.
  1. 107 Adoption of Planned Instruction
  2. 108 Adoption of Textbooks
  3. 109 Resource Materials
  4. 112 Guidance Counseling
  5. 113 Special Education
  6. 113.1 Discipline of Students with Disabilities
  7. 113.4 Confidentiality of Special Education Student Information
  8. 114 Gifted Education
  9. 123.2 Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  10. 124 Alternative Instruction Courses
  11. 140 Charter Schools
  12. 143 Standards for Persistently Dangerous Schools
  13. 144 Standards for Victims of Violent Crimes
    [Motion; Discussion; Roll Call Vote]
    
    Motion, Thoman, Second, Freireich; Approval. Roll Call Vote, all present, yes. Motion carried 8-0.
Additional Committee Reports
Ms. Leopold-Sharp asked if there were additional committee reports.

Mr. Posenau announced the Finance Committee meeting is canceled later this week.

Lincoln Intermediate Unit Board Report - Mr. Robinson
No report.
York Adams Academy Report - Mrs. Freireich
Mrs. Freireich reported applications continue to come in for the Executive Director position at YAA. The new Superintendent of Record for YAA will be Dr. Pianowski from Eastern York School District, replacing Dr. Lonardi. Graduation is June 5 at 7:00 PM at the York Learning Center.
York Adams Tax Bureau Report - Ms. Mason
No report.
York County School of Technology - Mrs. Schroeder
No report.
Recognition of Visitors
Ms. Leopold-Sharp extended a welcome to Mr. Stuart’s family that just arrived.
Board Meeting and Committee Schedules
1. January to June 2017
2. July to December 2017
  Ms. Leopold-Sharp reported above.
Public Comment. All comments and questions will be addressed to the President. Board and staff members will not normally respond to comments or questions during the meeting unless recognized by the President for this purpose. Comments will be limited, at the discretion of the President, to five minutes or less.
An opportunity was provided for public comment. There was none at this time.

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 PM.

An Executive Session will be held immediately following the meeting.

Ms. Leopold-sharp announced there will be no Executive Session at this time.

ADDENDUM

TO: Members of the York Suburban School Board
FROM: Michele A. Merkle, Ed.D., Superintendent
DATE: May 22, 2017
SUBJECT: Addendum to the Agenda for the Regular Monthly Meeting of May 22, 2017

VII. Committee Reports - Ms. Leopold-Sharp

C. Personnel Committee Report - Ms. Bates

d. Employment

XIII.

Name:	Jennifer L. Fasick
Education:	Red Land High School, Diploma; B.S. in Elementary Education, Millersville University; M. of Education in Educational Leadership, Wilkes University
Experience:	High School Assistant Principal, Middle School Math Teacher, 5^th Grade Teacher, West Shore School District.
Terms of Employment:	July 1 to June 30, 260 days, full-time salaried position
Salary:	$92,045
Assignment:	Middle School Assistant Principal
Effective:	On or about July 1, 2017, pending employment documents

/s/ Corinne D. Mason, PRSBA, M.Ed.
Board Secretary

Posted in SB-Minutes

Proposed Meal Prices – 2017-18
$.10 Increase (Lunch)
Lunch	Breakfast
$2.40 Elementary	$1.40 Elementary
$2.65 Secondary	$1.40 Secondary
$3.90 Adult	$2.05 Adult