Agenda 2024-08-12

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

A G E N D A

General Business
1. Call to Order – Mrs. Schroeder, Board President
  1. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
  2. Roll Call
  3. A reminder to please silence your cell phones during the meeting.
  4. Opportunity for Public Comment on Agenda Items.
    1. This Public Comment period is an opportunity to be heard by the Board on Agenda Items only. Comments are to be directed to the entire Board, not one individual Board member, Administration, staff member, or the audience. Comments will be timed and limited to three minutes or less. Please note, Board and staff members will not normally respond to comments or questions during the meeting. When you hear your name called, please come forward. You do not need to state your name or address before sharing your remarks.
  5. Discussion and Action on Board Minutes
    1. Approval of the minutes from the combined planning committee meeting and regular monthly meeting conducted on July 22, 2024. [Approval as submitted/corrected]
Board President’s Report – Mrs. Schroeder
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.
Student Board Representative Report – Nicole Escano Henriquez
Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Krauser
Business Office Report – Mrs. Kendig
1. The following business office items are being 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.
Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee Report – Dr. Sullivan
1. Consent Agenda: You have before you the 2023-2024 new or revised courses and supporting academic standards. 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. [Roll Call Vote]
  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. Integrated Math 1
  13. Integrated Math 1 – Grade 8
  14. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) & Fire Services: Pathways to First Responder & Health Care Certifications
Communications Committee Report – Mrs. Freireich
Personnel Committee Report – Mr. Robinson
1. Consent Agenda: You have before you the Personnel Report. 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. [Roll Call Vote]
  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
Property & Finance Committee Report – Mr. Desai
Lincoln Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Freireich
1. The highlights are presented from the LIU Board Meeting held on August 6, 2024.
2. LIU Joint Operating Authority Report
York Adams Academy Report – Mrs. Freireich
Legislative Update – Mr. Robinson
York Adams Tax Bureau Report – Mrs. Kendig
York County School of Technology Report – Mrs. Schroeder
Recognition of Visitors
Upcoming Events
Board Meeting & Committee Meeting Schedules
Public Comments
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Board Comments / Recognitions
Adjournment

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