October 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
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1. Opening Items
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1.A. Call Meeting to Order
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1.B. Pledge to the Flag
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1.C. Roll Call
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2. Agenda Approval
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2.A. Approval of the October 15, 2026 Board Agenda
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the October 15, 2026 agenda.
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Description:
The Board of Education to consider approval of the October 15, 2026 agenda.
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3. Minutes Approval
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3.A. Approval of September 15, 2026 Personnel and Policy Committee Meeting Minutes
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the September 15, 2026 Personnel and Policy Committee Meeting minutes.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Description:
The Board of Education to consider approval of the September 15, 2026 Personnel and Policy Committee Meeting minutes.
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3.B. Approval of September 17, 2026 Minutes
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the September 17, 2026 minutes.
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the September 17, 2026 Regular Board Meeting minutes.
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4. Reports
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4.A. Student Representative Report
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5. Recognitions and Presentations
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5.A. ParentSquare Tip
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5.B. Educational Updates by Dr. Leonard Reppert
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6. Public Comment
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6.A. Procedure for Public Comment
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Regular and special meetings of the School Board are public meetings and public participation by residents is encouraged. Meetings are held in person in the Thomas R. Hensley Administration Center, 3280 Fissels Church Road. To make public comment at a Board or Committee Meeting, please fill out this form by 4:00 pm the night of the meeting.
Public comment at the beginning of the meeting will be limited to one hour and preference will be given to those indicating they are speaking on items on this meeting's agenda. Written comments may be submitted to trevor.carrington@sycsd.org by 4:00 pm the night of the meeting to be shared with the board. If participation exceeds available space, some attendees may view the meeting from a nearby room until space allows in the boardroom. All public comment will be made in the boardroom. In order to honor everyone’s time, each person is limited to five minutes to address the Board. |
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6.B. Board Discussion of Public Comment
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7. Consent Agenda
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the consent agenda items as presented.
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Description:
The Board of Education to consider approval of the consent agenda items as presented.
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7.A. Appointments for the 2026-2027 School Year
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the following appointments:
1. Kathryn Gangi, Full-Time Operations Bookkeeper, working 12 months per year, at a rate of $22.50 per hour, effective October 12, 2026. 2. Amanda Grove, Full-Time Human Resources Bookkeeper, working 12 months per year, at a rate of $23.50 per hour, effective December 21, 2026. 3. Emma Krewson, Long-Term Substitute Elementary Teacher, Step 1 (1) Instructional I Salary Level, effective October 14, 2026 through April 12, 2027. 4. Madeline Sellers, Long Term Substitute Art Teacher, Step 1 (1) Instructional I Salary Level, effective October 1, 2026 through the end of the 2026-2027 school year. |
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7.B. 2026-2027 Game Help
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the following individuals for game help during the 2026-2027 school year at the rate of $17.00 per hour for home competitions and $18.00 per hour for away competitions:
1. Aydin Krout, effective September 18, 2026 2. Kevin Lawrence, effective September 18, 2026 |
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7.C. Bus Drivers for the 2026-2027 School Year
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the following bus drivers for the 2026-2027 school year:
1. Jennifer Prucha - Substitute Driver / DL 2. Tara Omlor - Substitute Driver / DL 3. Tristan Grove - Substitute Driver / CDL 4. Anthony Hospelhorn - Substitute Driver / DL 5. Luis Pantojas - CDL Driver 6. Jerry Berkley - Casual Driver / CDL 7. Tracy Fielder - Substitute Driver / CDL 8. Kyndra Stroop - Substitute Driver / DL |
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7.D. *2026-2027 Extracurricular/Coaching/Supplemental Agreements
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the following Extracurricular/Coaching/Supplemental Agreements for the 2026-2027 school year:
1. Daniel Brownell, Choral Accompanist, Step 4. 2. Curtis Druck, Susquehannock High School All School Play Promotion, Step 1. 3. Curtis Druck, Susquehannock High School Spring Musical Theatre Promotion, Step 1. 4. Zachary Holloway, Assistant Varsity Wrestling Coach - Girls, Step 2. 5. Miriam Presley, Susquehannock High School Spring Musical Theatre Vocal Director, Step 5. 6. Emily Tischer, Susquehannock High School Spring Musical Theatre Costume Design/Construction, Step 3. 7. Natalie Watson, Susquehannock High School All School Play Tech/Stage, Step 3. 8. Natalie Watson, Susquehannock High School Spring Musical Theatre, Musical Director, Step 6. *9. Marcus Watson, Susquehannock High School All School Play Set Construction, Step 2. *10. Marcus Watson, Susquehannock High School Spring Musical Theatre Electric/Sound, Step 3. *11. Marcus Watson, Susquehannock High School Spring Musical Theatre Tech/Set/Make-Up, Step 3. |
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7.E. Disposal of Obsolete Items
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the disposal of the following obsolete items:
1. Shrewsbury Elementary School Cafeteria Items 2. Susquehannock High School Concession Stand/Kitchen Items |
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7.F. Memorandum of Understanding with the Southern Branch YMCA for the Use of the Aquatic Facilities for the 2026-2027 Swimming Season
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The Board of Education to consider renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Southern Branch YMCA for the use of the aquatic facilities for the 2026-2027 swimming season at a cost of $6,700, less the amount of maintenance support provided by the District.
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7.G. Renewal of a License with Neptune GameTime
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The Board of Education to consider renewal of a license with Neptune GameTime at a cost of $2,000, effective October 2026 through October 2027.
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7.H. Renewal Agreement with Gimkit for a One-Year License
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The Board of Education to consider approval of a renewal agreement with Gimkit for a one-year license, a software used by Southern Middle School, at a cost of $1,000.
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7.I. Quotes from Industrial Steam Cleaning for the Annual Kitchen Exhaust System and Hood Cleaning for the District
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The Board of Education to consider approval of two quotes from Industrial Steam Cleaning of New Jersey, Central Pennsylvania & Philadelphia, of Old Bridge, NJ in the total amount of $5,000 for the annual kitchen exhaust system and hood cleaning for the district.
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7.J. Renewal of a Student Teaching Affiliation Agreement between Wilson College and Southern York County School District for the 2026-2027 School Year
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the renewal of a student teaching affiliation agreement between Wilson College and Southern York County School District for the 2026-2027 school year for a term of five years, through October 2031.
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7.K. Renewal of a Student Teaching Affiliation Agreement Between HACC and Southern York County School District for the 2026-2027 School Year
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The Board of Education to consider approval of the renewal of a student teaching affiliation agreement between HACC and Southern York County School District for the 2026-2027 school year for a term of five years, through October 2031.
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8. Committee Report - Education
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8.A. AI Committee Update from Dr. Leonard Reppert
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The Board of Education to receive an update from Dr. Leonard Reppert, Assistant Superintendent, on the AI Committee.
1. Destiny Library Book Process 2. Approved Apps (x8) |
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8.B. Keystone Testing Schedule, Winter 2026
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8.C. Field Trip List for the 2026-2027 School Year
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve an addition to the field trip list for the 2026-2027 school year:
1. Elementary Schools - State Capitol and Whitaker Science Center - Harrisburg, PA (Grade 4).
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Description:
The Board of Education to consider approval of an addition to the field trip list for the 2026-2027 school year:
1. Elementary Schools - State Capitol and Whitaker Science Center - Harrisburg, PA (Grade 4) |
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8.D. Update from Dr. Leonard Reppert, Assistant Superintendent, on Act 47 of 2025 Regarding FAFSA Requirements for Graduating Seniors
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The Board of Education to receive an update from Dr. Leonard Reppert, Assistant Superintendent, on Act 47 of 2025 regarding FAFSA requirements for graduating seniors.
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8.E. Other Items of Business
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9. Committee Report - Finance and Budget
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9.A. Financial Reports
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The Board of Education to receive the following financial reports as information:
1. Treasurer's Report for September 2026 2. Tax Collection Report as of September 2026 3. Budget Status Report as of September 2026 4. Cafeteria Report for September 2026 |
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9.B. Review of Bills for Payment, Exonerations and Refunds, Budget Transfers
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the following: 1. Bills for Payment, 2. Exonerations and Refunds, and 3. Budget Transfers.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Description:
The Board of Education to consider approval of the following:
1. Bills for Payment 2. Exonerations and Refunds 3. Budget Transfers |
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9.C. Preliminary Results of the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year and the 2027-2028 Budget Development Timeline
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The Board of Education to receive information on the preliminary results of the 2025-26 fiscal year and the 2027-28 budget development timeline.
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9.D. Other Items of Business
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10. Committee Report - Personnel and Policy
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10.A. First Reading of Board Policies
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The Board of Education to receive for first reading the following policies:
1. Updated Policies: a. Policy No. 217 Graduation Requirements b. Policy No. 237 Electronic Devices c. Policy No. 122.1 Noncurriculum-Related, Nonschool-Sponsored, Student-Initiated Groups |
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10.B. Second Reading and Approval of Board Policies
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the following new or updated policies:
1. Updated Policies:
a. Policy No. 007 Distribution,
b. Policy No. 008 Organization Chart,
c. Policy No. 122 Co-Curricular/Extracurricular Activities,
d. Policy No. 137 Home Education Program,
e. Policy No. 140 Charter Schools,
f. Policy No. 204 Attendance,
g. Policy No. 218.1 Weapons,
h. Policy No. 221 Dress and Grooming,
i. Policy No. 236.1 Threat Assessment,
j. Policy No. 325 Dress and Grooming,
k. Policy No. 601 Objectives,
l. Policy No. 610 Purchases Subject to Bid,
m. Policy No. 611 Purchases Budgeted,
n. Policy No. 619 District Audit - Public,
o. Policy No. 805 Emergency Preparedness,
p. Policy No. 805.1 Relations with Law Enforcement Agencies,
q. Policy No. 805.2 School Security Personnel,
r. Policy No. 815.1 Acceptable Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Education;
2. Reviewed as Required Annually:
a. Policy No. 830 Security of Computerized Personal Information/Breach Notification; and
3. Reviewed as Required Tri-Annually
a. Policy No. 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Description:
The Board of Education to receive for second reading and approval of the following new or updated policies:
1. Updated Policies: a. Policy No. 007 Distribution b. Policy No. 008 Organization Chart c. Policy No. 122 Co-Curricular/Extracurricular Activities d. Policy No. 137 Home Education Program e. Policy No. 140 Charter Schools f. Policy No. 204 Attendance g. Policy No. 218.1 Weapons h. Policy No. 221 Dress and Grooming i. Policy No. 236.1 Threat Assessment j. Policy No. 325 Dress and Grooming k. Policy No. 601 Objectives l. Policy No. 610 Purchases Subject to Bid m. Policy No. 611 Purchases Budgeted n. Policy No. 619 District Audit - Public o. Policy No. 805 Emergency Preparedness p. Policy No. 805.1 Relations with Law Enforcement Agencies q. Policy No. 805.2 School Security Personnel r. Policy No. 815.1 Acceptable Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Education 2. Reviewed as Required Annually: a. Policy No. 830 Security of Computerized Personal Information/Breach Notification 3. Reviewed as Required Tri-Annually a. Policy No. 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying |
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10.C. *Adjudication for Student A
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve adjudication for Student A.
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The Board of Education to consider approval of adjudication for Student A. |
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10.D. Other Items of Business
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11. Committee Report - Buildings and Grounds
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11.A. Buildings and Grounds Report, Water Test Report, and Use of Facilities
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The Board of Education to receive for information the following:
1. Buildings and Grounds Report for September 2026 2. Water Test Report for September 2026 3. Use of Facilities |
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11.B. Other Items of Business
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12. Committee Report - Transportation, Health and Safety
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12.A. Student Transportation Report for September 2026
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12.B. Bus Safety Week
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In recognition of bus safety week, the district would like to recognize our First Student bus drivers. The highlighted features of bus safety week this year were tips for Adult and Student Drivers, and Safety Tips for School Bus Riders focusing on" I Do My Part" for school bus safety.
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12.C. Contract from RTS Tactical for the Purchase of Security-Related Equipment
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Recommended Action:
Motion to approve a contract from RTS Tactical for the purchase of security-related equipment at a total cost of $7,469.98.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Description:
The Board of Education to consider approval of a contract from RTS Tactical for the purchase of security-related equipment at a total cost of $7,469.98.
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12.D. Other Items of Business
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13. Committee Report - Athletics and Extracurricular
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13.A. Athletic Report
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13.B. Other Items of Business
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14. Committee Report - Other Business
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14.A. Other Items of Business
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15. Reports of Representative Appointments
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15.A. Legislative Council
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15.B. York County School of Technology
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15.C. Lincoln Intermediate Unit #12
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15.D. York/Adams Tax Bureau
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15.E. Southern York County School District Foundation
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15.F. Other Items of Business
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16. Secretary's Report
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16.A. Student Activities Report for September 2026
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16.B. Resignations and Retirements
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1. Andrew Nace, Head Custodian at Susquehannock High School, retirement effective February 5, 2027.
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16.C. Other Items of Business
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17. Additional Information and Announcements
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17.A. Home Education, Outside Cyber Charter, and LIU Lincoln EDGE Cyber Program
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The Southern York County School District enrollment information as of October 1, 2026, for Home Education, Outside Cyber Charter, and LIU12 Lincoln EDGE Cyber Program is as follows:
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17.B. Spring 2027 Student Internship Placement
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Spring 2027 Student Internship placement:
1. Mackenzie Fritz, Spring 2027 Student Internship, York College, placed with Sarah Black, cooperating teacher at Southern Elementary School. |
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17.C. Announcements by Board President and Superintendent
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A Finance and Budget Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, in the Thomas R. Hensley District Administration Center beginning at 5:30 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Education will be held on November 19, 2026, in the Thomas R. Hensley District Administration Center beginning at 7 p.m. |
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18. New Business
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19. Adjournment
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19.A. Adjournment of Meeting
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Recommended Action:
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
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