Committee of the Whole Minutes

Committee of the Whole Meeting

June 8, 2026

Minutes

A Committee Meeting of the Eastern Lancaster County School Board of Directors, which was properly advertised in the LNP Lancaster Newspaper, was held on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., in Community Hall located at the Garden Spot High School and Middle Complex, 669 E. Main Street, New Holland, PA 17557.  The meeting was broadcasted via live video feed as well.

All attachments are available to view on Agenda Manager.

Roll Call

Board Members in attendance: Brian Conroy, Jonathan Dahl, Zachary Eberly, Jacqueline Geyer,Jarod Hynson, Paul Irvin, Phil Stoltzfus, Jeremy Weaver and Thomas Wentzel

Board Member(s) not in attendance: Dr. Nadine Larkin and Dr. Joshua Lutz

District staff in attendance: Dr. Michael Snopkowski, Keith Ramsey and Rebekah Ray

Staff/Public in attendance: Several citizens of the community, and staff members of the district.

1. Welcome and Call to Order

President Dahl opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m.

2. Moment of Silence/Reflection - Pledge of Allegiance

Mr. Keith Ramsey led in a silent mediation and the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Citizens of the District Comments - NONE

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

4.  Approve Personnel Report

4.a.  Staff Personnel Report

4.b.  Extra-Curricular Personnel Report

       Mr. Wentzel made a motion to approve.  It was seconded by Mr. Irvin.

The motion was approved (9-0)

5. Property and Services

5.a. Approval of Final Budget for General Fund Approval Resolution

5.b. Approval of Annual Tax Levy Resolution

5.c. Approval of Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion Resolution

5.d. Authorize Budgetary and Fund Transfers for the 2025-26 school year with approval, of such, at acceptance of the Audit Report

5.e. Approval of the Resolution for Commitment of June 30, 2026 Fund Balance

5.f. Breakfast, Lunch and Milk Prices effective for 2026-27 school year

5.g. Reassessment Update

6. Program

6.a. Approval of Caron Transformational Care - 26/27 Contract

6.b. Approval of Lancaster Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 - Intergovernmental Agreement

6.c. Approval of Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 Contracted Services Agreements

7. Management

7.a. Board Policies- Second Read

7.b. Technology Audit Quote

7.c. Data Analysis Tool Quote

8. New Business - NONE

9. Citizens of the District Comments - NONE

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

10. Announcements – NONE

11. Adjournment

Mr. Wentzel made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:25 p.m. with a second by Mr. Conroy.

The motion was approved (9-0)

_____________________

Rebekah Ray

School Board Secretary

June 8, 2026

Committee of the Whole Meeting

May 11, 2026

Minutes

A Committee Meeting of the Eastern Lancaster County School Board of Directors, which was properly advertised in the LNP Lancaster Newspaper, was held on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., in Community Hall located at the Garden Spot High School and Middle Complex, 669 E. Main Street, New Holland, PA 17557.  The meeting was broadcasted via live video feed as well.

All attachments are available to view on Agenda Manager.

Roll Call

Board Members in attendance: Brian Conroy, Jonathan Dahl, Zachary Eberly, Jacqueline Geyer, Jarod Hynson, Paul Irvin, Phil Stoltzfus, Jeremy Weaver and Thomas Wentzel

Board Member(s) not in attendance:

District staff in attendance: Dr. Michael Snopkowski, Dr. Nadine Larkin, Dr. Joshua Lutz, Keith Ramsey and Rebekah Ray

Staff/Public in attendance: Several citizens of the community, a member from LNP newspaper and staff members of the district.

1. Welcome and Call to Order

President Dahl opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

2. Moment of Silence/Reflection - Pledge of Allegiance

Dr. Nadine Larkin led in a silent mediation and the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. District Office Art Showcase Recognitions

            Learners were recognized for their Art that they worked on throughout the year.

4. Blue Ball Student Council Presentation

Dr. Andersen, staff and learners, presented what they have learned and accomplished throughout the year being on student council.

5. New Holland Elementary Presentation

Maria Buck presented a new creation at New Holland Elementary, the Hawk’s Nest.

6. FFA Presentation

Killian George, Meagan Beam and learners presented what they have learned and accomplished throughout the year in FFA.

Meagan Beam also spoke to the board about their upcoming conference in June at Penn State.  She is asking for board approval at the May 18, 2026, meeting.

7. Athletics Facility Update - Derck & Edson

Jim Hocker gave an update to the board and community about the upcoming athletic project.

8. Citizens of the District Comments

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

Jonathan Boyd, East Earl, PA – said a prayer for the board and district.

9.  Approve Personnel Report

9.a.  Staff Personnel Report

9.b.  Extra-Curricular Personnel Report

Mr. Wentzel made a motion to approve, and it was seconded by Mr. Irvin.

The motion was approved (9-0)

10. Property and Services

10.a.  Approve Resolution Authorizing Proposed Final Budget Display and Advertising

       Mr. Ramsey asked the board to approve this item tonight.

       Mr. Wentzel made a motion to approve, and it was seconded by Mr. Conroy.

       The motion was approved (9-0)

10.b.  Approval of PNC Bank and Pennsylvania School District Liquid Asset Fund (PSDLAF) - as District Depositories for 2026-27

10.c.  Approve Keith Ramsey as Treasurer of the Eastern Lancaster County School Board for a period of one year (2026-27)

10.d.  RFP award for Cafeteria Dishwasher to Singer Equipment Company Inc.

10.e.  Summer projects update

11. Program

11.a. Sunbelt Client Services Agreement

11.b. Devereux School Programs - Master Services Agreement

11.c. New Story Schools Services Agreement

11.d. River Rock Academy Contract

12. Management

12.a. Board Policies- First Read

12.b. Board Policies- Second Read

12.c. Elementary Student Handbook

12.d. Middle School Student Handbook

12.e. Practice - Audio and Video Recordings of Meetings

13. New Business

13.a. PSBA Delegate appointment

14. Citizens of the District Comments - NONE

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

15. Announcements

President Dahl stated that there is a need for an executive session after the meeting regarding a personnel matter.

President Dahl also let the board know that he attended the band concerts throughout the elementary schools and they were well done.

16.  Adjournment

Mr. Wentzel made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:44 p.m. and Mr. Irvin seconded the motion.

            The motion was approved (9-0)

___________________________

Rebekah Ray

School Board Secretary

May 11, 2026

Committee of the Whole Meeting
April 13, 2026
Minutes

A Committee Meeting of the Eastern Lancaster County School Board of Directors, which was properly advertised in the LNP Lancaster Newspaper, was held on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., in Community Hall located at the Garden Spot High School and Middle Complex, 669 E. Main Street, New Holland, PA 17557.  The meeting was broadcasted via live video feed as well.

To hear the details under each agenda item, please refer to the recording of the meeting which is posted on the District’s website.

All attachments are available to view on Agenda Manager.

Roll Call

Board Members in attendance: Brian Conroy, Jonathan Dahl, Zachary Eberly, Jacqueline Geyer, Paul Irvin, Phil Stoltzfus, Jeremy Weaver and Thomas Wentzel
Note: Mrs. Geyer joined virtually

Board Member(s) not in attendance: Jarod Hynson

District staff in attendance: Dr. Michael Snopkowski, Dr. Nadine Larkin, Dr. Joshua Lutz, Keith Ramsey and Rebekah Ray

Staff/Public in attendance: Several citizens of the community, a member from LNP newspaper and staff members of the district.

1. Welcome and Call to Order
President Dahl opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

2. Moment of Silence/Reflection - Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Irvin led in a silent mediation and the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Reading of the Resolutions of Tributes
Mr. Arthur Loewen
Mr. Donal Robinson
Dr. L. Lloyd Ruoss

4. Brecknock Elementary - Student Council
Mr. Moll introduced Cherie Lenahan and the Brecknock Elementary Student Council and they told the board all that they were doing in the school. 

5. Safety Mentor Recognition
Dr. Andersen recognized Taini and Ben from Blue Ball Elementary School.

6. Organizational Survey Process - North Group
The North Group, a consulting group, spoke to the board and community about an organization health assessment that the board has asked for to improve the district.

7. Blue Ball Elementary Next Steps
Representatives from Crabtree & Rohrbaugh gave an update to the board about the new elementary school timeline.

8. Technology - Learning Management System Update
Lotsie Wooten spoke to the board about a new system that the district would like to implement for teachers and students.

9. Program Updates - Spartan Academy and Student Mentoring
Penny Kilgore updated the board on the Spartan Academy and Student Mentoring.

10. Citizens of the District Comments- NONE

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

11. Approval of Resolutions of Tributes
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Wentzel and was seconded by Mr. Irvin. 
The motion was approved (8-0; 1 absent)

12. Approve Personnel Report
12.a. Staff Personnel Report
12.b. Extra-Curricular Personnel Report
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Wentzel and was seconded by Mr. Irvin. 
The motion was approved (8-0; 1 absent)

13. Property and Services
13.a.  2026-27 IU13 General Operating Budget
13.b.  2026-27 Budget preview

14. Program
14.a. Agreement to Waive Expulsion Hearing
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Wentzel and was seconded by Mr. Irvin. 
The motion was approved (8-0; 1 absent)
14.b. 2026-2027 Early Enrollment Agreement with Thaddeus Stevens
14.c. New Client Services Agreement 26/27 - Soliant

15. Management
15.a. First Read Board Policies
15.b. District Cell Phone Policy
15.c. Ad Hoc Committee - 3rd Party Vendor Relationship

16. New Business - NONE

17. Citizens of the District Comments- NONE

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

18. Announcements
President Dahl stated that there will be an executive session to discuss a personnel matter. 

19. Adjournment
President Dahl made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:46 p.m., with a second by Mr. Wentzel. 
The motion was approved (8-0; 1 absent)

___________________________
Rebekah Ray
School Board Secretary
April 13, 2026

Committee of the Whole Meeting

March 9, 2026

Minutes

A Committee Meeting of the Eastern Lancaster County School Board of Directors, which was properly advertised in the LNP Lancaster Newspaper, was held on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., in Community Hall located at the Garden Spot High School and Middle Complex, 669 E. Main Street, New Holland, PA 17557.  The meeting was broadcasted via live video feed as well.

To hear the details under each agenda item, please refer to the recording of the meeting which is posted on the District’s website.

All attachments are available to view on Agenda Manager.

Roll Call
Board Members in attendance: Brian Conroy, Jonathan Dahl, Jacqueline Geyer, Jarod Hynson, Paul Irvin, Phil Stoltzfus, Jeremy Weaver and Thomas Wentzel Note: Jarod Hynson joined virtually

Board Members not in attendance:
Also in attendance: Dr. Michael Snopkowski, Dr. Nadine Larkin, Dr. Joshua Lutz, Keith Ramsey and Rebekah Ray
Staff/Public in attendance: Several citizens of the community, a member from LNP newspaper and staff members of the district.

1. Welcome and Call to Order

President Dahl opened the meeting at 7:01 p.m.

2. Moment of Silence/Reflection - Pledge of Allegiance

President Dahl led in a silent mediation and the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Senior Class Trip to Philadelphia- May 18, 2026

Two seniors from the Class of 2026 presented their plans to go to Philadelphia, PA and asked for the board’s approval.

The two seniors also asked the board if their graduation could be moved outside.

4. Athletics Fields Update

Jim Hocker from Derck & Edson gave the board an update on the athletic fields.

5. Citizens of the District Comments

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

Jason Kauffman, New Holland, PA – said a prayer for the district.

6. Approve Personnel Report

6.a.  Staff Personnel Report

6.b.  Extra-Curricular Personnel Report

Motion to approve was made by Mr. Wentzel and was seconded by Mr. Irvin.

The motion was approved (8-0)

7. Property and Services

7.a.  Approval of Request for Proposal for Part-Time Classroom/Food Service Assistants results

8. Program

8.a.  New Course AP Macroeconomics for 2026-2027 School Year

8.b.  Agreement to Waive Expulsion Hearing

8.c.  Approval of Senior Class Trip to Philadelphia- May 18, 2026

8.d.  Ch. 339 School Guidance Plan (3-year plan)

9. Management

9.a.  Updated 2025-2026 School Calendar

9.b.  Ad Hoc Policy Committee Members

Dr. Snopkowski asked for additional members.  Jacquline Geyer and Brian Conroy are the current members.  Jeremy Weaver and Phil Stoltzfus volunteered to be a part of this committee.

9.c.  Blue Ball Elementary Update

Dr. Snopkowski updated the board members about Blue Ball Elementary.  There will be a resolution to vote on this at the March 16, 2026, board meeting.

10. New Business

10.a.  Board Vacancy Interview process

President Dahl told the board and community that the meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m., Monday March 16, 2026.  The board will go through the agenda, have a brief recess and then begin the interview process. 

11. Citizens of the District Comments - NONE

The Board encourages citizens of the district to come before the Board to present their petitions, inquiries, or other communications of interest. The Board invites the public (Citizens of the District) to comment on any topic that is within the Board’s jurisdiction. As outlined in Board Policy 903, the Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district.

Thank you.

12. Announcements

President Dahl stated that there will be an executive session after the meeting for the superintendent’s evaluation.

13. Adjournment

Mr. Conroy made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:38 p.m. with a second by Mr. Irvin.

The motion was approved (8-0)

___________________________

Rebekah Ray

School Board Secretary

March 9, 2026