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The Spring Grove Area Board of School Directors met on June 8, 2026, for a voting meeting and directors’ study forum focused on district operations, financial planning, personnel matters, policy review, student services, athletics, facilities, and upcoming decisions. The meeting was scheduled for 7:00 PM at Spring Grove Area Middle School, LGI Room #242.
The agenda included several significant business and finance topics that may affect district operations and future spending decisions. The board was scheduled to review renewals involving professional services, including the district auditing firm, solicitor, and board treasurer. Additional financial discussions included substitute daily rates, service agreements, facility equipment replacement, student placement contracts, and health-related partnerships.
Student services and educational programming were also major areas of discussion. The board reviewed proposed agreements involving outside student placements, athletic health services, a dental program partnership, student/parent handbook updates, and a request related to an overnight curriculum conference. These items reflect ongoing district efforts to support student needs, comply with educational requirements, and maintain instructional programming.
The meeting also included departmental updates from the Business Office, Human Resources, and Athletics departments, along with review of employee policies, future personnel actions, and a proposed agreement involving the sale of the district’s ESC property. Several items were presented for discussion before possible future action.
Major Discussion and Action Items
Financial Services Renewals and Business Office Matters
The Business and Finance Committee reviewed several recurring professional service and operational agreements. The board considered renewal items involving the district’s auditing firm, appointment of the district solicitor, and reappointment of the board treasurer.
These renewals are part of the district’s regular governance responsibilities and are intended to maintain essential financial, legal, and administrative services. The packet identifies Mark Czapp as the administrator presenting these matters.
The board also reviewed other financial and operational items, including equipment replacement, substitute compensation rates, outside service agreements, and contracts supporting students.
SGE Projector Screen Replacement
The board reviewed a proposed replacement of a projector screen at SGE, including a quote from Pittsburgh Stage and a related memorandum.
The item was presented through the Business and Finance Committee. The packet does not provide the quoted amount, but the discussion indicates that the district is evaluating replacement of instructional or presentation equipment to maintain usable facilities and technology resources.
Any final decision would determine whether the replacement moves forward and how the expense fits within district priorities.
Substitute Daily Rates and Regional Comparison
The board reviewed daily substitute rates and a York County rate comparison presented by Mark Czapp and Jen Leppo.
The discussion focused on compensation levels for substitute employees and how district rates compare with surrounding organizations. Substitute staffing directly affects the district’s ability to maintain classroom coverage when regular employees are unavailable.
The review may help guide future decisions about recruitment, retention, and competitive compensation.
Agreements with OSS Health
The board reviewed proposed agreements with OSS Health involving pre-participation athletic physicals and professional services or events.
These agreements relate to student athletics and health services. The pre-participation physicals item may support student-athletes completing required health evaluations before participating in sports programs.
The professional services and events agreement appears intended to establish continued collaboration between the district and OSS Health for athletics-related or community services.
Student Outside Placement Contracts
The board reviewed proposed contracts involving outside educational placements for students. The organizations identified include New Story, River Rock Academy, River Rock – AEDY, and High Road School of Southern York.
These agreements involve services outside the district’s traditional school buildings for students whose educational needs may require specialized programs or alternative placements.
The packet identifies Matthew Ludwig as presenting these matters. The agreements allow the district to continue providing educational services aligned with student needs and applicable requirements.
Family First Health Dental Program Agreement
The board reviewed a proposed 2026-2027 dental program memorandum and agreement with Family First Health.
The item was presented through student services discussions and relates to a health support program for students. The packet does not include additional details about program scope or costs, but the agreement indicates continued attention to student wellness services.
Proposed Sale of ESC Property
The Buildings and Grounds Committee reviewed a proposed purchase agreement for the sale of the ESC property.
The item was presented by Mark Czapp and identified as a facility-related matter. The packet does not provide the property value, buyer information, or closing timeline.
If advanced, the agreement could affect district property holdings and future facility planning.
Employee Policies and Student/Parent Handbook Updates
The Management Committee reviewed several employee policies:
Policy 330 – Employees: Overtime
Policy 334 – Employees: Sick Leave
Policy 335 – Employees: Family and Medical Leaves
Policy 339 – Employees: Uncompensated Leave
The policies were presented for review and discussion by Hope Weiss. The review process allows the district to examine employment procedures and ensure policies remain aligned with operational needs.
The board also reviewed proposed 2026-2027 student/parent handbook updates, including final draft language for Sections II and III. These handbook updates may affect expectations, procedures, and information provided to students and families.
Curriculum Conference Request
The Program Committee reviewed a NACEP Overnight Conference Request presented by Matthew Ludwig.
The request relates to professional learning or curriculum development activities. The packet does not include the cost, attendees, or conference location, but the item indicates the district is considering participation in an overnight educational conference opportunity.
Financial Matters
The packet identifies several financial issues for review:
Renewal of the district auditing firm engagement.
Renewal of legal services through appointment of the district solicitor.
Reappointment of the board treasurer.
Replacement of an SGE projector screen, including a quote from Pittsburgh Stage.
Review of substitute daily rates and York County comparison information.
Proposed agreements with OSS Health.
Contracts for student outside placements.
Family First Health dental program agreement.
Proposed purchase agreement for sale of the ESC property.
The packet does not provide dollar amounts for these items. Any final financial commitments would depend on board discussion, approvals, and supporting documentation.
Policies, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Governance
The board reviewed employee policy updates involving overtime, sick leave, family and medical leave, and uncompensated leave.
The review process is part of district governance and allows board members and administrators to examine whether current procedures remain appropriate for employees and district operations.
The board also reviewed proposed student and parent handbook language for the 2026-2027 school year. These updates may establish or clarify expectations for students and families.
Reports, Presentations, and Informational Updates
The meeting agenda included departmental reports from:
Business Office, submitted by Mark Czapp and Jen Leppo.
Human Resources, submitted by Hope Weiss.
Athletics Department, submitted by Jeff Laux.
The Superintendent’s Report was also scheduled for presentation by Daphne Kirkpatrick.
These reports provide the board with operational updates and information about district activities, staffing, finances, and programs.
The agenda also noted a prior executive session held May 18, 2026, for additional school safety discussion.
Personnel, Appointments, and Organizational Matters
Personnel matters included a regular voting action item and a proposed June 22 personnel action discussion.
The board also reviewed renewal of the board treasurer appointment and employee policy matters affecting leave and overtime procedures.
The packet does not provide specific names of employees involved in future personnel actions, and no personnel decisions beyond the listed agenda items are included.
Projects, Facilities, Infrastructure, and Operations
Facilities and operational topics included:
Replacement of the SGE projector screen.
Proposed sale of the ESC property.
Ongoing review of district operational services.
The projector replacement represents a facility equipment need, while the ESC purchase agreement could affect district property management. Additional details were not included in the accessible packet text.
Public Hearings and Opportunities for Community Input
The agenda included opportunities for formal and informal requests to address the board during both the voting meeting and directors’ study forum.
The packet does not list specific speakers, hearing topics, or deadlines for public participation.
Residents wishing to participate should consult the district’s official meeting information for current procedures and requirements.
Community Impact
Residents and taxpayers may be affected by decisions involving professional service renewals, property transactions, contracts, and district spending priorities.
Students and families may be affected by decisions involving outside placements, athletic health services, dental programming, and student handbook updates.
Employees may be affected by policy reviews involving overtime, sick leave, family and medical leave, uncompensated leave, and future personnel actions.
Athletes and families may benefit from continued review of athletic medical services and partnerships with healthcare providers.
The broader community may have an interest in the proposed ESC property sale and how district facilities and resources are managed.
Questions Community Members May Want to Ask
What are the projected costs and benefits of renewing the district’s professional service agreements?
How do Spring Grove’s substitute daily rates compare with neighboring districts, and what staffing challenges are being addressed?
What factors are being considered in the proposed sale of the ESC property?
How will outside placement agreements support students’ educational needs?
What services will be provided through the OSS Health agreements?
What changes are proposed in the 2026-2027 student/parent handbook updates?
When will the board vote on items reviewed during the study forum?
How will employee policy updates affect district staff?
What educational goals are connected to the NACEP conference request?
How will facility equipment needs be prioritized within the district budget?
Important Dates, Deadlines, and Next Steps
May 18, 2026: Executive session held for additional school safety discussion.
June 8, 2026: Spring Grove Area Board of School Directors voting meeting and directors’ study forum at 7:00 PM.
June 22, 2026: Proposed date referenced for future personnel actions.
2026-2027 School Year: Proposed student/parent handbook updates and dental program materials relate to the upcoming school year.
Additional votes, approvals, and implementation timelines depend on board action and future meetings.
Key Takeaways
The Spring Grove Area Board of School Directors met June 8, 2026, for a voting meeting and study forum.
The board reviewed major Business and Finance Committee items, including professional service renewals.
Substitute daily rates and York County comparisons were reviewed.
Proposed OSS Health agreements addressed athletic physicals and professional services.
Student outside placement contracts were reviewed with several specialized education providers.
The board discussed a proposed ESC property sale agreement.
Employee policies covering overtime and leave programs were reviewed.
Proposed 2026-2027 student/parent handbook updates were discussed.
District departments provided operational reports from Business, Human Resources, and Athletics.
Public comment opportunities were included in both meeting portions.
Several items reviewed during the study forum may return for future board action.
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