Call to Order
- President Rice called the meeting to order and announced that an Executive Session had been held prior to the Work Session to discuss legal matters.
Roll Call and Opening
- A roll call of Directors was conducted, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Minutes
- Minutes from the February 17, 2026, Board Meeting were approved.
Educational Presentation
- Ms. Heather Hossler, Director of Pupil Services and Special Education, and her team, Lincolnway Counselor Ms. Vanessa Bicher, High School Diversified Occupations Teacher Ms. Manda Meese, and Middle School Counselor Ms. Jess Oakhem shared a presentation about the District's 339 Plan.
Discussion Item - Personnel
- A discussion was held regarding a potential retirement agreement for Dr. Matthew Minacci, Trimmer Principal.
Public Comment - for Action Item G.1.
- The floor was opened for public comment on this item. No one came forth to speak.
Action Item Approved - Personnel
- Action was taken on a retirement agreement for Dr. Matthew Minacci, Trimmer Principal.
Contracts and Agreements for Discussion
- Pressley Ridge Letter of Agreement
Discussion Items
- The York County School of Technology's revised budget was presented.
- Kleinfelder Site Assessment for the Athletic Fields Project
- A motion was made to move this item to an action item for voting. The motion carried, and the item was place on the agenda for action. A motion was made for a vote, and the item was approved.
- District Guidance Plan / Chapter 339 Assurances
- McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC
- Roof Top Unit Purchase
Other Matters
- There will be one student expulsion on the March 17, 2026, Board agenda for action.
- An educational trip will be on the March 17, 2026, agenda for action.
- Statement of Financial Interest Forms were shared with Directors.
- Ballots were placed at each Director's seat to elect Board Directors for the Lincoln Intermediate Unit (LIU) 12.
- Directors received invitations to the annual YCAL School Directors' Dinner.
Personnel
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New hires, resignations, transfers, and volunteers were presented to the Board in executive content for action at the March 17, 2026, Board Meeting.
Discussion of two Memorandum of Agreements for the M+45 Grievance
Committee Reports
Internal Committees
Budget & Finance – Director Gettys
Cocurricular – President Rice
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President Rice shared that the next meeting will be next Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in conjunction with the Facilities Committee Meeting.
Communication and Engagement Committee (CEC) – Director Shah
Educational Programming Committee (EPC) – Vice President Hamme
- A meeting was held before this evening's Work Session. A preview of new and sunsetting materials was discussed, and some of the new materials are available for review. Leader in Me was also discussed, along with potential CTE opportunities. All of the new materials being purchased will be covered by the Ready to Learn Grant. The next meeting will be on May 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
Facilities – Director Deardorff
- Director Deardorff reported that a meeting was held on February 10, 2026, and shared a project update. Color and brick samples were made available for review during the meeting. The next meeting will be next Tuesday, March 17, 2026, to discuss and finalize color selections. Ms. Schlemmer is gathering information in advance of the meeting and discussion in order to make informed decisions.
Foundation – Director Dugan
- Director Dugan shared that a meeting was held, and the Foundation's new bylaws were adopted. It is now time for students to submit scholarship applications, and information is available at the High School counseling office. There is a plan to hold a Harlem Wizards fundraiser to support the Foundation. The Foundation is also exploring ways to develop an alumni database and increase alumni participation. The next meeting is on April 7, 2026, at noon.
Wellness – Director Dugan
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Director Dugan shared that there was a faculty/staff wellness day. Sessions included financial and health wellness. Faculty/staff feedback was positive about the event. The next meeting will be on April 9, 2026, at 3:15 p.m.
External Committees
West Manchester Township Recreation – Director Harlacher
- There was a meeting in February, and the minutes will be shared when made available.
York County School of Technology (YCST) – Director Gettys YCST Authority – Director Gettys York Adams Academy (YAA) – President Rice Lincoln Intermediate Unit (LIU) Board and York/LIU Joint Authority – Director Gettys Director Gettys noted that the Joint Authority did not meet. The LIU Board met and received a presentation on cyber charters and Lincoln Edge. They are considering bringing in cyber charter students to share presentations about their options.
The LIU Dawn's Early Light is attached.
Public Comment
- There was no public comment.
Other Matters- No other matters were brought forth.
Adjournment
- President Rice called for a motion to adjourn the meeting and closed the meeting.
