November 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM - SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
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1. Opening of the Meeting
Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President, will open the meeting.
Speaker(s):
Roslyn Copeland
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1.1. Call to Order
Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President, will call the meeting to order. |
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1.2. Pledge of Allegiance
Ms. Autumn Anderson, Board Vice President, will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. |
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1.3. Board Report
Ms. Autumn Anderson, Board Vice President, will read the Board Report.
Description:
Board of Directors highlights
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1.4. Announcement of the School Board Special Topics Meeting
Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President
Description:
The School Board held a special topics meeting on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to receive information on LERTA and the District's organizational structure and reorganization plan.
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1.5. Announcement of Executive Session
Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President The School Board met in Executive Session with the District solicitor on November 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. |
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1.6. Roll Call
Speaker(s):
Jatoya Drayton
Description:
Board Secretary, Ms. Jatoya Drayton, will call the roll:
1. Ms. Roslyn Copeland, President 2. Ms. Autumn Anderson, Vice-President 3. Mr. Brian Carter 4. Ms. Annie Hughes 5. Ms. Jaime Johnsen 6. Ms. Terricia Radcliff 7. Ms. Danielle Robinson 8. Mr. Ellis Roy 9. Mr. Doug Thompson Leader 10. Dr. Lori Suski, Chief Recovery Officer |
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2. Approval of Minutes and Agenda
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2.1. Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President
Motion to approve the minutes of the October 27, 2026, School Board General Business Meeting. |
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2.2. Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President
Motion to approve the minutes of the October 31, 2026, Special Topics School Board Meeting. |
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2.3. Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President
Motion to approve the agenda for the November 10, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. |
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3. Presentations
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3.1. Academics Overview Presentation presented by Ms. Kelly Fowlkes, Chief of Academics
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4. Public Comment - Agenda Items
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4.1. Guidelines for Public Comment
Description:
The Board provides two public comment periods at each meeting: the first, limited to agenda items, is held before Board deliberation and action; the second, for other matters of concern involving the School District, is held following completion of the action agenda. Each comment period is limited to thirty (30) minutes. Individuals wishing to speak must submit the appropriate Request to Comment form to the Board Secretary before the meeting begins, identifying a single topic or agenda item for each form submitted. Speakers are allotted up to three (3) minutes per topic, subject to any uniformly applied extension announced by the presiding officer or approved by the Board. Comments should be directed to the Board President and will be entered into the official record. In accordance with Board policy and applicable law, comments containing profanity, threats, discriminatory or harassing language, confidential information, or other unprotected speech may be interrupted or terminated. The Board does not engage in discussion or respond to comments during the meeting but may direct the Administration to follow up as appropriate. Recording devices are permitted if they do not disrupt the meeting; signs are permitted only in accordance with Board guidelines.
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5. Office of Academics — New Business
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5.1. Ratification — United Way of Capital Region: The Administration is requesting ratification of the United Way of Capital Region agreement to prepare children academically and socially for Kindergarten at no cost to the district.
Speaker(s):
Kelly Fowlkes, CAO
Attachments:
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5.2. Latino Connection Foundation: The Administration is requesting approval of the Latino Connection Foundation agreement at no cost to the district.
Speaker(s):
Kelly Fowlkes, CAO
Attachments:
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5.3. Strawberry Square Performance and Event Agreements: The Administration is recommending approval of the Art & Music performance and event show at Strawberry Square at no cost to the district.
Speaker(s):
Kelly Fowlkes, CAO
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5.4. TAFW Requests for Professional Growth: The Administration is recommending ratification and approval of the Time Away from Work Requests for Professional Development as attached to the agenda.
Speaker(s):
Kelly Fowlkes, CAO
Attachments:
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6. Office of Human Resources - New Business
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6.1. IMMEDIATE ACTION ITEM — Resolution of Termination:
The Administration is recommending approval of the attached resolution of termination for employee #17063.
Speaker(s):
Office of Human Resources
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6.2. IMMEDIATE ACTION ITEM — Creation and Elimination of Positions:
The Administration is recommending approval of the creation and elimination of positions, as listed. Creation(s):
Speaker(s):
Office of Human Resources
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6.3. IMMEDIATE ACTION ITEM — Job Descriptions:
The Administration is recommending approval of the attached job description(s) as an immediate action item.
Speaker(s):
Office of Human Resources
Attachments:
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6.4. Personnel Agenda:
The Administration is recommending approval of the attached November 10, 2026 Personnel Agenda.
Speaker(s):
Office of Human Resources
Attachments:
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6.5. Additional Fall/Winter Coaching Assignments and Game Workers:
The Administration is recommending approval of additional Fall/Winter Coaching assignments and Game Worker appointments for the 2026–2027 school year, as attached.
Speaker(s):
Office of Human Resources
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6.6. York College of PA Memorandum of Understanding (MOU):
The Administration is recommending approval of the MOU with York College of PA to allow a District employee to complete an Internship as part of a graduate program at no direct cost to the District.
Speaker(s):
Office of Human Resources
Attachments:
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7. Office of Operations - New Business
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7.1. Box Truck from Turner Chevrolet:
The Administration is recommending approval of a proposal with Turner Chevrolet for the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 3500 Box Truck. The total cost is $67,967. Funding Source (General Fund): 10-2650-762-000-00-00-000-000-0060
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7.2. HVAC Controls Agreement from Trane:
The Administration is recommending the approval of a renewal agreement with Trane U.S. Inc. that provides service to our HVAC controls and provides preventive maintenance on our HVAC units. The total cost is $120,278. This renewal will begin on 1/1/2027 and go through 6/30/2027. Funding Source (General Fund): 10-2620-431-000-00-00-000-000-0060
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7.3. Electronic Locks for Lincoln Elementary — LowV Systems Inc.
The Administration is recommending approval of a proposal with LowV Systems Inc. for the installation of electronic locks and lock cores at Lincoln Elementary. The total cost is $351,603.69. Funding Source (General Fund):10-4600-450-000-00-00-000-000-0060 |
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7.4. Use of Facilities:
The Administration is recommending the approval of the attached Use of Facility request.
Speaker(s):
Office of Operations
Attachments:
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8. Office of Business Services — New Business
Speaker(s):
Business Services
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8.1. Ratification of Payroll Processing for October 2026
The Administration is recommending approval for the ratification of the following payroll totals: October 9, 2026 - $1,440,706.40 October 23, 2026 - $1,458,989.08
Speaker(s):
Business Services
Attachments:
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8.1.1. Ratification of Budget Transfers for October 2026:
The Administration is recommending approval of the ratification of October Budget Transfers in the amount of $439,722.14.
Attachments:
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8.1.2. Ratification of 2026–2027 Fundraisers:
The Administration is recommending approval of the ratification of the following fundraisers:
Description:
1. John Harris School of Business & Industry
Activity: Sponsor Ads and Patrons Date(s): November 16, 2026 - April 9, 2027 Reason: To raise money for SBI Awards banquet. Company: n/a Cost: Varies based on Ad and patron Responsible Party: Briaunna Embrey-Banks 2. John Harris School of Business & Industry Activity: Popcorn Sale Date(s): December 14, 2026 - December 21, 2026 Reason: To raise money for SBI trips to London Company: Double Good Popcorn Cost: Varies based on popcorn choice Responsible Party: Briaunna Embrey-Banks 3. John Harris School of Business & Industry Activity: Sub and Sandwich Sale Date(s): January 4, 2027 - January 15, 2027 Reason: To raise money for SBI trips to London Company: R&K Subs Cost: $6.00 - $8.00 Responsible Party: Briaunna Embrey-Banks 4. John Harris, Cougar Academy & SciTech Class of 2027 Activity: Popcorn Sale Date(s): November 23, 2026 - November 30, 2026 Reason: To raise money towards cost of senior dues. Company: Double Good Popcorn Cost: Varies based on popcorn choice Responsible Party: Briaunna Embrey-Banks
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8.2. Treasurer's Report September 2026:
The Administration is recommending approval of the Treasurer's Report for the period ending September 30, 2026, in the amount of $88,831,134.23.
Attachments:
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8.3. Ratification of Accounts Payable Checks for October 2026:
The Administration is recommending approval of the ratification of the following check registers:
Speaker(s):
Business Services
Attachments:
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9. Policy Updates
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9.1. Policy Updates:
The following recommended policy revisions are presented for first reading and are recommended for consideration and approval at the second reading. |
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9.2. Policy 102 — Academic Standards
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.3. Policy 105 — Curriculum
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
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9.4. Policy 204.1 — Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.5. Policy 209 — Health Examination/Screenings
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.6. Policy 246 — School Wellness
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.7. Policy 704 - Maintenance
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.8. Policy 712 — Naming of District Facilities
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.9. Policy 803 - School Calendar
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
Attachments:
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9.10. Policy 822 — Automated External Defibrillator (AED)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Marisol Craig
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10. Public Comment — General Items
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10.1. Guidelines for Public Comment
Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President
Description:
The Board provides two public comment periods at each meeting: the first, limited to agenda items, is held before Board deliberation and action; the second, for other matters of concern involving the School District, is held following completion of the action agenda. Each comment period is limited to thirty (30) minutes. Individuals wishing to speak must submit the appropriate Request to Comment form to the Board Secretary before the meeting begins, identifying a single topic or agenda item for each form submitted. Speakers are allotted up to three (3) minutes per topic, subject to any uniformly applied extension announced by the presiding officer or approved by the Board. Comments should be directed to the Board President and will be entered into the official record. In accordance with Board policy and applicable law, comments containing profanity, threats, discriminatory or harassing language, confidential information, or other unprotected speech may be interrupted or terminated. The Board does not engage in discussion or respond to comments during the meeting but may direct the Administration to follow up as appropriate. Recording devices are permitted if they do not disrupt the meeting; signs are permitted only in accordance with Board guidelines. |
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11. Adjournment
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11.1. Adjourn Meeting
Ms. Roslyn Copeland, Board President |
