SUSQUENITA SCHOOL DISTRICT

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1 SUSQUENITA SCHOOL DISTRICT Regular School Board Meeting December 5, :00 p.m. High School LGI MINUTES ATTENDANCE Members of the Board Kent R. Smith (Superintendent), Phillip C. Lehman (President), Stephen Smith (Treasurer), Michael G. Jones, Donald D. Kauffman, Nancy L. Lucia, Brenda K. Myers, Heather A. Rudy, Robert F. Staver, P. Daniel Altland (Solicitor) and Shannon Reed (Secretary) District Administration & Representatives Scott Acri, Roger Carl, Conner Delancey, Craig Funk, Craig Gilbert, Rebecca Lorfink, Mark Maldet, Christine Matash, William Quigley, Zoe Timothy, and Shannon Wevodau Public Harrison Boaz, Charles Bateman, Denise Boaz, Suzanne Comisac, Abigail Foy, Deb Hines, Cheryl Maciorowski, Marsha Snyder CALL TO ORDER Mr. Lehman, presiding, called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. An Executive Session was held in advance of this meeting to discuss personnel, contract and/or legal matters. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE At this time, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed. ELECTION OF OFFICERS A. Election of Temporary President Mr. Lehman, presiding, opened nominations for the position of Temporary President, then nominated Mr. Kauffman. There being no further nominations, a motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Ms. Lucia, to close nominations. A motion was then made by Dr. Jones, and seconded by Ms. Lucia, to elect Mr. Kauffman as Temporary President. B. Election of President Mr. Kauffman, presiding as Temporary President, opened nominations for the position of President. Mrs. Myers nominated Mr. Lehman. There being no further nominations, a motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Ms. Lucia, to close nominations.

2 A motion was then made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mrs. Rudy, to elect Mr. Lehman as President. In a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative. C. Election of Vice President Mr. Lehman, presiding, opened nominations for the position of Vice President. Mrs. Myers nominated Mr. Kauffman. There being no further nominations, a motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Ms. Lucia, to close nominations. A motion was then made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mrs. Rudy, to elect Mr. Kauffman as Vice President. In a roll call vote, all members voted in the affirmative. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Ms. Lucia, to adopt the Agenda with the addition of the following personnel items: A. Change of Status - Tammie J. Godfrey, from $9.50 per hour to $10.00 per hour, effective October 21, This change in rate is due to employee obtaining highly qualified status. B. Salary Increases (2) - Motion to approve an immediate salary increase of $ for Tammy Feltenberger and Cheryl Maciorkoski, and to increase each of their current maximum salary levels by $5, due to assuming additional responsibilities as a result of the reorganization of the Business Office. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY There were no public comments. MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 15, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Ms. Lucia, to approve the Minutes of the November 15, 2016 Regular Board Meeting, with the following correction to Mr. Staver s Board report: Mr. Staver stated that, had he been in the room, his vote would have been no to the motion to approve Jodi Fruhwirth s appointment as an Induction Support Teacher (Mentor) to Amanda Richard and will receive a salary of $1, PRESENTATIONS A. Christmas Card Presentation - The Board previewed the District's electronic Christmas Card, and recognized the winners of the Christmas Card Art Contest, whose art was featured in the card: 1) Lacie Boyer, Grade 7, Mrs. Hummel 2) Chloe Rowles, Grade 4, Mrs. Haines 3) Yoniel Ramos Mendez. Grade 12, Mrs. Drake 1

3 B. Student Board Representative Reports - Student Representatives, Conner Delancey and Zoe Timothy, reported on recent student activities, including the Principal Advisory Council s implementation of the Student Spotlight and Student Tutoring Program. C. Buildings and Grounds - Craig Gilbert, head of Buildings and Grounds, provided an update on recent and upcoming projects, including the indoor LED lighting project. DISCUSSIONS A. Developing Priorities for Budget Workshops - Members of the Board reviewed the Budget Timeline and participated in a discussion regarding priorities for Budget development. At the January 10, 2017, Board Meeting, the Board will consider a motion to adopt a resolution to limit a potential tax increase to the Act 1 Index (3.3%), without exceptions. B. Tax Collector Request - The Administration will research the potential costs/savings of transitioning to a drop box and provide an update to the Board at the January 10, 2017 meeting. By the February 13, 2017 meeting, the Board must determine the level of tax collector compensation. GENERAL FUND BUDGET TRANSFERS A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve 2015/2016 Budget Transfers as presented. BOARD POLICIES A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the second reading of Board Policies : A Comprehensive Planning B Mission/Vision Statement C Academic Standards D Nondiscrimination in Classroom Practices E Nondiscrimination - Qualified Students with Disabilities F Nondiscrimination in Employment and Contract Practices G Curriculum H Review of Instructional Materials by Parent/Guardians and Students I Exemption from Instruction APPOINTMENT OF BOARD DELEGATES Mr. Lehman appointed the following Board Delegates: A. Capital Tax Bureau - Mr. Carl B. Perry County Tax Collection Commission - Mr. Carl C. Harrisburg Area Community College - Mr. Staver D. PSBA Liaison - Mr. Lehman E. Cumberland Perry Area Vocational Technical School - Mr. Eppley (Tentatively) PERSONNEL MATTERS A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the following personnel matters: 2

4 A. Resignations - 1) Amy R. McHenry, from the position of Special Education Teacher, submitted November 16, Effective Date TBD. 2) M. Rebecca Oliver, from the position of Accounts Payable Secretary, submitted and effective November 18, ) Jade D. Wilson, from the position of High Risk Personal Care Assistant (6.0 hour/182 day), effective November 22, B. Changes of Status - 1) Kathy T. Heaster, from High Risk Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day) at $9.50 per hour, to High Risk Personal Care Assistant (6.0 hour/182 day) at $10.00 per hour, effective November 29, ) Wesley Popp, from Masters Step 10, at $54, to Masters+15 Step 10, at $56, effective November 18, ) Tammie J. Godfrey, from $9.50 per hour to $10.00 per hour effective October 21, This change in rate is due to employee obtaining highly qualified status. C. Substitute Support Staff - Kelly J. Reichert D. Successful Completion of 90-Day Evaluations - 1) Miriam Coleman, Instructional Aide 2) Tammie Godfrey, Instructional Aide 3) Jeffrey Lancione, Instructional Aide E. Athletic Coach - Stephanie Pagliaro as Head Coach of Middle School Field Hockey, at a salary of $2, F. Athletic Game Help - 1) Jerry Myers (Retiree) 2) Mary Ellen Brown (Retiree) G. Athletic Volunteers - 1) Earnest Crist, Boys Basketball 2) Karen Hockenberry, Boys Basketball 3) Laura Toth, Boys Basketball 4) Jeffrey Hunter, Boys Basketball 5) Rob Carmo, Basketball 6) Michael Humphrey, Softball 7) Frank Forrer, Boys Basketball 8) Ryan Hostetter, Boys Basketball 9) Rick Phoenix, Girls Basketball 10) Desiree Prinz, Girls Basketball H. Co-Curricular Contract - Brian Jacobs to replace Jesse Snyder as Department Leader (Health/PE), effective November 1, Mr. Jacobs will receive the remainder of the $1, stipend. I. Leaves of Absence - 1) Angela C. Bashore, Family Medical Leave, from December 7, 2016 to tentatively January 31, ) Waive Board policy #539 to approve Uncompensated Leave for Jessica Mowery, Instructional Aide, from December 1, 2016 to tentatively January 31,

5 J. Immediate salary increase of $ for Tammy Feltenberger and Cheryl Maciorkoski, and to an increase of $ to their current maximum salary levels due to assuming additional responsibilities as a result of the reorganization of the Business Office. FIELD TRIPS A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to approve the following field trips: A. Class of 2018 Field Trip - to Orlando Florida, to visit Disney Springs, Universal and SeaWorld, in May of Dates are to be determined. No more than 4 school days will be missed. B. Music Department Field Trip - to New York City, to attend a singing workshop lead by a Broadway Music Director, and to see a Broadway Musical on Wednesday, April 26, (1 School Day.) Mr. Staver voted no to the Class of 2018 Field Trip. With the exception of Mr. Staver, all members voted in the affirmative. MEETING SCHEDULE The April 5, 2017 Finance Committee Meeting will be rescheduled for April 3, ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT S Superintendent Smith requested and received feedback on the preliminary draft of the District Calendar. Snow Make-up Days will be edited as follows: Superintendent Smith also thanked members of the Comprehensive Planning Committee, for developing the proposed Mission and Vision Statements. Finally, Superintendent Smith recognized Mrs. Myers for eight years of service on the School Board of Directors. Mr. Acri reported that Winter sports have kicked off. He provided an overview of activities so far this season. Dr. Lorfink provided an update on recent Elementary School activities, including the assignment of 4th Grade Safety Patrol volunteers to help keep students safe when arriving and departing school. Dr. Lorfink also recognized members of the Elementary School PTO for hosting a successful Holiday Fun Night on December 2, Mr. Quigley provided an update on recent Middle School activities, including the 6th Grade classes participation in BizTown on December 2,

6 Mr. Funk provided an update on High School activities, including the performance of the Fall Play, which will be held on Friday, December 9 and Saturday, December 10, BOARD REPORTS Dr. Jones expressed his appreciation for the engaging events taking place throughout the buildings. Mrs. Rudy congratulated winners of the Christmas Card Art Contest, provided positive feedback on her experience attending the 6th Grade Field Trip to BizTown, and congratulated Mr. Lehman and Mr. Kauffman on their election. Mr. Lehman thanked Mrs. Myers for her eight years of service on the Board. Mr. Myers thanked Superintendent Smith for recognizing her time on the Board and expressed her hope that she represented her constituents well. Mr. Staver expressed his appreciation for the District s many efforts to spread Christmas cheer, including the Christmas Card and the Christmas Trees that were recently placed in the lobbies of our buildings. Ms. Lucia congratulated the West Side Singers on their first group performance of the season, and encouraged attendance at the District Holiday Concerts. Mr. Smith congratulated Mr. Lehman and Mr. Kauffman on their elections. PUBLIC COMMENTS Marsha Snyder, Cafeteria Worker, acknowledged Katie Comisac for her outstanding performance at a harp concert she recently attended. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Mrs. Myers, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m. 5