L-S School Board Coverage

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This page provides non-official coverage of Lampeter-Strasburg School Board meetings. All coverage aims to be accurate and non-partisan for the purpose of providing more transparency to district residents.

03/13/2026

2/17 BOARD WORKSHOP MEETING

Public Comment on Agenda item:
Sarah Cook (West Lampeter)
"Before you talk about policy 913, Non-school organizations, Groups and Individuals, I wanted to ask what is the policy and procedure for text materials that are chosen for school-sponsored extracurricular activities? So, by this I'm referring to L-S clubs and athletic programs. Since they're not "curriculum", the board's not reviewing it as that. Should they be covered within policy 913 as outside materials? Because I see that 913 includes a definition of outside materials. And if the board decides that is should not be covered there, I'd love to hear in your conversations tonight where it might be covered."

When policy 913 came up for review, Dr. Peart said stated this policy didn't cover school-sponsored activities. The board did not revisit the definition of Outside Materials, or relate it to policies 122 and 123 (Extracurricular Acitivities and Interscholastic Athletics), which were reviewed in the next agenda item.

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NEW POSITION AT HANS HERR:
Dr. Smecker presented an update of multi-tiered support services at Hans Herr. Core program meets needs of about 80% of students. 10% need support for academic intervention, behaviors, etc. 5-10% of students need more intensive intervention: School Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support. Provides structure and accountability for staff for behavioral supports for individual students. Dean of Students being brought in to support this.

Mrs. Staley asked if school store was wrapped into PBIS. Yes, Pioneer Gold is part of the positive behavior program.
Mrs. Knowles asked if SWPBIS would a full-time role for the Dean of Students. Dr. Smecker said they will be responding to students on a daily basis but will be able to work on a whole host of things, including follow-up after discipline, writing behavior plans, developing intervention expertise, and management of program. Will bring behavior emphasis up to academic levels.

Mr. Parido asked how this fits within the classroom and if this isn't one more thing for teachers to track. Most teachers have some reinforcement system in place already. That's not a new expectation, but this program will add uniform currency and recognition between classrooms so that specialists (such as art teachers) aren't adapting between 27 different systems over four days of class time.

Mrs. Herr asked how the board can support Dr. Smecker. He replied that allowing him to meet with them annually continues to be helpful, and that addressing staffing issues will help sustainability. The newly opened position of dean of students will be very beneficial once it's filled.

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BUSINESS & FINANCE:
Mr. Stoltzfus reviewed a special education contract with Valley Forge Educational Services for the school year to help a student who needs outplacement. Unanimous approval.

Martin Meylin renovation change orders received unanimous approval:
$35,257 for structural support steel, beams and plates
$28,755 for S9 walls to multiple rooms

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POLICIES:
Dr. Peart started the discussion of Updated Board Policies:
913 - Non-school Organizations/Groups/Individuals
916 - Volunteers
Mrs. Knowles asked who was paying for volunteer background checks. As volunteer clearances, they are free if you check the online box that you're a volunteer.
No other comments.

Discussion and review of Board Policies:
122 Extracurricular Activities and 10 administrative regulations
123 Interscholastic Athletics and 10 administrative regulations
123.1 Concussion Management
123.2 Sudden Cardiac Arrest
123.3 Student Activity fee
Mrs. Knowles asked who reviewed the activity fee waivers. Dr. Peart reviews them and all information is kept confidential.
No other questions or comments.

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GOVERNANCE:

Dr. Peart visited the PBSA principle for governance and leadership, "advocate earnestly":
-Promote public education as a keystone of our commonwealth.
-Engage community by seeking input, building support networks, and generating action.
-Championing education by engaging local, state, and federal officials.
Mrs. Knowles asked: when politicians are invited to visit, can we invite them at the same time Mrs. Staub does her presentation on special education needs and rising costs in order to make visits more personal around such big-ticket items? Dr. Peart discussed coordinated advocacy efforts.
No other questions or comments.

Dr. Peart reviewed the district's strategic pillars, item #2.
He mentioned a forthcoming proposed policy on AI.
Mrs. Staley said it's important for board members to be visibly supportive of coaches at sporting events.

Mrs. Knowles asked if the Red Raven scholarship and Keystone arts scholars could be invited to a board meeting for formal congratulations by the board, and to allow the board to thank Mrs. Lau and Mr. Cantrell. There can be 100 L-S students receiving these awards, consistently. The arts program brings in a lot of awards. After Ms. Osborne suggested cutting programs at the Finance meeting, Mrs. Knowles wanted to ensure that there is light shown on successful district programs other than sports.

No public comments.

Meeting adjourned at 8:42pm

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03/02/2026
2/9/2026 FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETINGThe full board was in attendance, with Matt Parido joining via phone.Audience members:...
02/25/2026

2/9/2026 FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

The full board was in attendance, with Matt Parido joining via phone.
Audience members: 2
See links in comments for full recording and Finance packet for reference.

Summary on 2026-2027 budget and taxation:
📌The Business Department made the case for a 2.9% millage rate increase, citing the collective bargaining agreement that was approved and needing, on average, a 3% increase each year to support it. Mr. Stoltzfus laid out why he believes 2.9% is necessary to plan for both contractual cost increases and a run-in with the Act 1 Index in the near future. The board approved a 2.5% increase last year.
Dr. Peart added a statement of caution around continued taxation well below the scheduled salary increases: "We keep trying to pull a rabbit out of a hat, and I don't know how many more years we're going to pull out a 2.5% [increase] and be able to say, ‘Hey, somehow we ended up with a balance, and we did a building [renovation].’ We're hitting the end of the road, just to be honest."

🔸Dustin Knarr, Finance committee chair, led with a suggestion of 2.5% and solicited thoughts from the rest of the group.

🔸Andrew Welk stated he was hoping for 2%.

🔸Kristin Staley: “It's hard for me to put that on people, that we're going to raise it this much and also we're going to build another giant building - three buildings in a row - but also keep raising it. That's really hard. I would be okay with 2%.”

🔸Kari Steinbacher: “I'm okay with 2.5%.”

🔸Kelly Osborne: “I agree with [Mr. Welk], I think we should be looking at cutting programs vs. asking taxpayers every year to shell out more money.”

🔸Suzi Knowles: “I'm okay with 2.5%.”

🔸Dean McComsey: [unintelligible]

🔸Melissa Herr: "I'd love to see between 2% and 2.5%. I don't want to go over 2.5%. Kelly [Osborne], to your point about chopping programs, I couldn't disagree with you more. We have a great program here for our students and our community, and I think this room would be full if you start saying cut the programs." ... "Bottom line is we want a good education for our students and we're giving that, and it takes money to do that."

🔸Matt Parido had left the call so didn't provide input.

🔸Scott Reikers, community committee member: "You're in the middle of this huge Martin Meylin project with huge financial responsibilities, and I think a middle of the road 2.5% makes sense. If it's too low, you've got time to adjust it in the next couple years; if it's too high, you can do the same thing. I think if you go any much lower than 2.5%, I think you're really jeopardizing the educational programs of the district."

🔸Kevin Turner, community committee member, processed the conversation and recommended 2.5%, suggesting opportunity to move up to the Act 1 index the following year if financially necessary.

In-depth meeting coverage:

1. SPECIAL EDUCATION DISCUSSION
{first 9 minutes of recording, page 3 of presentation packet}

Amanda Allison reviewed the finances of special education, including expenditures and federal (IDEA) subsidies and state subsidies.
$21,500 per student. State funding of $3212 per pupil. Federal funds less than that.

Mrs. Knowles asked whether other school districts in the county have doubled in expenditures. Dr. Peart stated that they're seeing the same increases; L-S is not drawing expenses while other areas feel relief.

Mrs. Steinbacher sought clarification on whether students with gifted IEPs are included in these costs. Yes, the gifted program costs are likely folded in but individual names aren't included; would need to confirm.

Mrs. Staley asked if Title 1 school-wide would increase costs. No, less learning disabilities should have been flagged as a result of in-class Title 1 support for all students. School-wide Title 1 is not an added cost.

2. SCHOOL AGED CHILD CARE - SACC
{Starting at 00:09:10 of recording, ending at 0:26:22. See page 4 of packet.}

SACC fund balance is dropping due to a hold on low hourly rates for care, with increasing projected losses each year. Staffing is currently optimized with staff/student ratios met. Per the CBA (collective bargaining agreement), salaries will continue to increase. The fund balance is on track to reach zero by end of 2027. To avoid one large increase, the business department recommended a gradual increase schedule of $0.50/hour annually for the next few years. Kindergarten will increase $15/week on average. About $10/week increase for 1st-5th grade on average. The projected loss will continue, but the fund balance will be extended.
The cost of SACC will still be highly competitive: L-S continues to be the lowest in the county.

Mrs. Knowles asked what the price would be currently if L-S were not subsidizing with the fund balance. $7.50-$7.75/hour assuming enrollment and staff remain the same.

Mrs. Herr inquired about communications to parents about price increase. The rate will be announced by SACC after the board has decided it.
Mr. Knarr voiced a desire to not eat costs to subsidize for the relatively small amount of families who benefit. Would like to use it in a way that benefits everyone.
Mr. Welk asked if they can reallocate fund balance for another purpose aside from SACC, like putting it toward renovations. The board agreed if it was earmarked for SACC, it should be used for SACC. No specific example was provided as applicable to HH renovation.
Nobody voiced against raising tuition by $0.50 for 2026-2027 school year, so it will come back up at March meeting for approval.

3. 2025-2026 BUDGET REVIEW:
{0:26:22 - 0:32:30 of recording. Refer to pages 5-8 of packet.}

4. 2026-2027 BUDGET:
{Starting at 0:32:30 of recording. Refer to pages 8-13 of packet.}

Keith Stoltzfus reviewed expense trends and forecasts. Wages jumped from $11.03 to $15/hour in 2022. In July 2024, the district passed the CBA and talked about the need for, on average, a 3% annual increase to support it.
Act 1 index (tax increase at which a local referendum is required to pass it) is expected to drop down below current 3.5% level.

Assessment appeals will affect 2027-2028, not 26-27.
The district will have a 3.9% increase to total wages, matching the CBA.
A 6% increase in health insurance is expected.
Raymond James recommends a 0.05mil increase for the Hans Herr renovation.

The business department recommended a 2.9% tax increase based on the 5-year projection.
[Refer to presentation package page 12 for details, page 13 for the chart]
Concern for 26/27 budget is the 5-year forecast.
Mr. Stoltzfus said the Business Dept. "has continued to tighten the budget so that in this current year projection, the easiest way to say this is every year property taxes increase $1.5M, revenue up $2M, wages up $2M, $0.5M increase in purchase services, expenses are going up $2-3M a year, and L-S revenues are up about $2M. So you see our operating balance and the years out. Again, 26-27 is a budget we're approving or looking to be approved during the next 2 months. But we just want to make sure were looking at this in a 5-year look-ahead. You can see, just like we talked about with SACC, the diminished, unassigned fund balance three years out, through 28-29, if everything holds exactly per our 5-year projection, we're going to have to make some tough choices over the next few years if we're not keeping up the Act 1 index the index being 3.5% and seeing [near future reduction to] 3.3%, 3.2%, 3.1%. We're not going to be able to go to 4% or something. I'm not saying we ARE, but we won't be able to go to 4% increase without a referendum if the Act 1 Index in this forecast is correct."

Dean McComsey asked where the district would be financially now had it not had any millage rate increase last year. Answer: $1M in the red. And when you don't collect that million one year, now you're making up for $1M for each future year, additive.

Scott Reikers, community committee member, said the doom and gloom has proven to be false each year, per his experience, and no fallout has happened in the past.

Dr. Peart said Mr. Reikers had a good point but that the "tax when we need it" option won't be available with Act 1 limits coming down. Be aware of what's coming. To do what we want with programming and with Hans Herr, that's why you're seeing a 2.9% recommendation. Dr. Peart said, "We're to the point now of being tight, where it doesn't put us to Keith's point of that unassigned fund balance of 6-8%. Again, we're comfortable coming in recommending, this is really tightening the belt, but if you're going to go less than 2.9%, now we're messing with that and we may not have the ability to do that moving forward, looking at what we see on the horizon. Because there were some anomalies [in recent years], you're absolutely right.
We had the answers, we had all those things we used and we were able to supplement, and kind of do the shell game, if you will, because we didn't create new programs that we had to clip at the end because we couldn't support them in the regular budget. That's what you've seen play out in the last couple years since Covid.

"One-time anomalies include $4M in ESSR funds, $1M in interest income nobody projected. State funding has always been up in the air. We won't have as much wiggle room and need to truly focus on areas we need to control. We feel comfortable recommending this (2.9%). We would feel MUCH better with a higher number, but we feel this (2.9%) is a middle ground."

Dustin: "I don't want to handcuff anyone 10 years down the road because I need to do 1.5% or 1.9% or I did 0% again. I understand they want 2.9%. I'm not for that right now, I'm sorry, at this point. and for my projection of 2.5%, that's what I asked for for three years, and that's the plan is that you can do whatever you want, the nine of us."

Kevin Turner: "We're focused on revenue aspects, but we need to make sure we're programming our expenses as well. ... I don't want to cut into programs, but I also don't want to have a millage rate of 3% or 4%."

Welk: "I'm not at 2.9%. I was hoping for 2%, if that. ... I can't support 2.9%, I would love to see it come in at 2%."

Staley: "It's hard for me to put that on people, that we're going to raise it this much and also we're going to build another giant building - three buildings in a row - but also keep raising it. That's really hard. I would be okay with 2%."

Kari Steinbacher: "I'm okay with 2.5%."

Kelly Osborne: "I agree with [Mr. Welk], I think we should be looking at cutting programs vs. asking taxpayers every year to shell out more money."

Suzi Knowles: "I'm okay with 2.5%."

Dean McComsey: [unintelligible]

Melissa Herr: "I'd love to see between 2 and 2.5%. I don't want to go over 2.5%. Kelly [Osborne], to your point about chopping programs, I couldn't disagree with you more. We have a great program here for our students and our community, and I think this room would be full if you start saying cut the programs." ... "Bottom line is we want a good education for our students and we're giving that, and it takes money to do that."

Matt Parido had left the call so didn't provide input.

Scott Reikers: "You're in the middle of this huge Martin Meylin project with huge financial responsibilities, and I think a middle of the road 2.5% makes sense. If it's too low, you've got time to adjust it in the next couple years; if it's too high, you can do the same thing. I think if you go any much lower than 2.5%, I think you're really jeopardizing the educational programs of the district."

{1:12:35 in the recording}
Dean McComsey asked Mr. Stoltzfus where the tax increase falls related to the contractual increases. Mr. Stoltzfus made the case again, laying out why he believes 2.9% is necessary to plan for both contractual cost increases and a run-in with the Act 1 Index in the near future.
Dr. Peart then added a statement of caution around continued taxation well below the scheduled salary increases: "We keep trying to pull a rabbit out of a hat, and I don't know how many more years we're going to pull out a 2.5% [increase] and be able to say, "Hey, somehow we ended up with a balance, and we did a building [renovation]. We're hitting the end of the road, just to be honest."

Kevin Turner processed the conversation and recommended 2.5%, suggesting opportunity to move up to the Act 1 index the following year if financially necessary.

Next steps: April 13th will be the next finance committee meeting, and a proposed final budget will be presented at the board workshop meeting on April 20th. Both meetings are open to the public.

Meeting Adjourned at 7:55pm

On Monday, February 9th at 6:30pm, the L-S school board’s Finance Committee meeting will take place in the Administratio...
02/04/2026

On Monday, February 9th at 6:30pm, the L-S school board’s Finance Committee meeting will take place in the Administration Building. The meeting is open to the public, but is not recorded by the district for the benefit of residents.

In advance of the upcoming meeting (there are three per year), in the comments below are an audience recording of the last Finance meeting from October 27th, and a finance report presentation to follow along with.

01/29/2026

01/05/2025 BOARD MEETING, 7:30pm:
Audience: 10 plus LNP reporter

Treasurer’s report (Mr. Stoltzfus):
Revenue a little behind budget expenditures, but close. Moved to approve treasurer’s report. Mr. Parido asked whether revenues were largely local taxes, and when the discount period kicked in. Collections have been turned over to Lancaster County. Revenues and interest earnings down, as well as property taxes. Report approved unanimously.

Finance Committee will meet Monday Feb 9th at 6:30pm.

Personnel Committee chair Suzanne Knowles reviewed several personnel items. No questions or comments, unanimous approval.

Federal Programs: Dr. Westphal reported building teams are getting ready for mid-year assessments and adjustments to intervention programs that will result. Planning for Title 1 family night is starting.

Liaison report for CTC: Mr. Welk reported that Dr. Scott Long has been hired as the new CTC head administrator.

Superintendent Dr. Peart reviewed miscellaneous items:
1. The overnight field trip for PMEA District 7 Chorus Festival qualifiers was approved unanimously.

2. Recommended pre-approval of First Reading of the following board policies:
Policy 705 Facilities and Workplace Safety
Policy 709 Building Security
Policy 909 Municipal Government Relations
First reading would take place at the January 20th workshop, and second and final reading at the Feb. 2nd meeting. Approved unanimously with no comment or questions.

3. The 2026-2027 School Calendar was approved unanimously. Labor Day is relatively late so the traditional year has shifted accordingly. A snow day has moved into April.

Public Comments:
Mark Sellers of Willow Street thanked the board for leaving residents the ability to speak for 5 minutes (instead of proposed three) during public comments. [Editorial: This was discussed extensively by the board in mid-October, and again in mid-November, with Mr. Welk being the lone board member arguing for a 3-minute limit both times.]

Sarah Cook of West Lampeter made the case to live-stream/record all public Committee Meetings. Most board members attend them for their own understanding. The general public should be able to gain similar insights by listening at their convenience, instead of attending 4-5 meetings per month for the privilege. Former Technical Director, Bill Griscom, had indicated to the board that recording all meetings would be simple to do with modern technology.
Both comments may be heard in full via the link link🔗 in the comments.

Meeting adjourned at 7:52pm

01/05/2026

Board Reorganization and Monthly meeting – December 4, 2025, 7:30pm

Nominating Committee chair Mr. Welk appointed Mr. Parido to serve as a temporary board chairperson during the nomination of Board President, and all board members approved. Mrs. Herr was nominated to continue as Board President with no other nominations. Unanimous approval, with Mrs. Herr abstaining.

Mrs. Herr, resuming her role, requested nominations for board Vice-President, and Mr. Welk replied that the nominating committee recommended Mr. Parido. With no other nominations from the floor, Mrs. Herr held a vote with Mr. Parido abstaining. Mr. Welk was the sole “no” vote.

The Board committees and representatives were approved unanimously, as were board meeting times and dates, and the LNP newspaper as the board’s newspaper of general circulation for 2026.

The board reorganization meeting adjourned by 7:36pm and the general monthly meeting started.

12/04/2025 BOARD MEETING:

Mr. Stoltzfus reported there is finally a state budget. By the end of Nov., L-S had nearly all state funds from that budget.

Federal Programs (Title 1): Dr. Westphal says the schools are fully staffed for first time in a while, working with kids on reading and math.

CTC update from Mr. Welk: With state budget passed, a head administrator can be hired. Candidate not yet approved.

Business & Finance:

Mr. Stoltzfus stated the department was comfortable suggesting the adopt Act 1 resolution to stay within the index (tax cannot increase above 3.5% for 2026-2027 school year). No questions or comments. Board voted unanimously to approve.

Federal delay in issuing paperwork resulted in L-S not yet having final financial statements. Recommended to approve 2024-2025 financial statements in draft form. Unanimously approved.

Superintendent Report:

A new AP U.S. History course was unanimously approved, as was the 2026-2027 L-S High School course selection guide (changes presented in Academic Committee in November).

Agreement with Wilson College to allow their teaching students to work in our schools: unanimous approval.

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology early enrollment agreement unanimously approved. Mr. Welk asked how many seniors are taking advantage of half-price tuition. Dr. Westphal said none currently, but counselors are continually discussing this opportunity with students. Mr. McComsey asked how impactful the requirement to be present until 4:30PM is on after-school activities such as sports. Dr. Westphal said it hasn’t been impactful in the past for those who have chosen to enroll.

The high school Mock Trial Club’s overnight fiend trip to the Univ. of Pittsburg in January 2026 was unanimously approved with no comments.

The following board policies were unanimously approved with no comment:
Policy 105 Curriculum
Policy 606 Tax Collection
Policy 607 Tuition Income
Policy 621 Local Taxpayer Bill of Rights
Policy 626 Federal Fiscal Compliance
Policy 626.1 Travel Reimbursement – Federal Programs
Policy 903 Public Participation in Board Meetings
Policy 904 Public Attendance at School Events
See link (in comments) starting at page 196 for updated policies showing updates highlighted.

Mrs. Herr expressed appreciation that board members are coming to committee meetings they are not officially members of so that questions are vetted out during those meetings, and this allows voting processes to move smoothly in general meetings.

Public Comment:

Mr. Jim Wild from Willow Street spoke about the need for appropriate administrative and police officer action to ensure student safety. He recounted a physical attack on a child by an 18-year-old (adult) student, and what he described as subsequent lack of appropriately weighty action by the SRO, principal, and superintendent. The attack was recorded on a student’s phone. Didn’t feel that Dr. Peart adequately addressed the event and was very disappointed. Suggested L-S is more worried about looks and open discussion of real events than properly taking care of its students. He has seen three videos of fights recorded at L-S this year. Safety and competence needs to come first. Policies aren’t working if physical assault is permissible.

Mrs. Herr encouraged him to speak with Drs. Peart and Feeney, citing open doors. Another person in the audience asked if this was all Mr. Wild would receive for coming to the board.

The board adjourned to executive session at 8:18pm, ending the public portion of the meeting.

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Featured is the 2026 meeting schedule for the Lampeter-Strasburg school board.  Please note that tomorrow's Academic Com...
01/04/2026

Featured is the 2026 meeting schedule for the Lampeter-Strasburg school board. Please note that tomorrow's Academic Committee meeting has been cancelled. The monthly general board meeting will still take place at 7:30pm in the Administration Building. The board agenda is linked in the comments below.

11/15/2025

On Monday, 11/17, the Buildings and Ground Committee will meet at 7pm (late start time) in the Administration Building's conference room. The monthly workshop meeting starts at 7:30pm. Several policies will be reviewed - see full agenda in the comments.

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It typically takes a few hours to perfect a summary of Finance Committee meetings, because I take pride in the accuracy ...
10/31/2025

It typically takes a few hours to perfect a summary of Finance Committee meetings, because I take pride in the accuracy of what is said during meetings, what the numbers mean, and the clarity of the summary for busy residents. I had planned to cover the October 27th Finance meeting after the election, but since people are dancing around facts on social media FOR the election, here is one image and a comment linking to the meeting packet for reference until a later time.

Thanks as always for staying abreast of our school board!

10/26/2025

10/20 BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE, 7pm:
Attended by all board members except Mrs. Herr and Mr. Parido

Drinking water lead testing resulted in two elevated levels at north end of the Martin Meylin building in the principal's office and on the other side of that wall. Piping is deadheaded here and has been unused for years, so levels were slightly elevated. After flushing the water, retesting showed lead levels were within range.

Mrs. Knowles asked if there is a way to ensure the pipes are consistently flushed. Buildings and Grounds Director Glenn Davis responded that during renovation all that piping will come out anyway. Mr. Stoltzus said they had discussed adding to the August calendar the task of running all sinks to flush out sitting water from summer.

Mr. Davis reviewed Martin Meylin renovation change orders from the past month:
$61,437 was spent to replace the fire alarm system that was compromised during a construction-spurred roof leak during heavy August rains. The full cost of emergency replacement has been submitted by the district to insurance.
Six additional change orders totaled $40,201.

Mr. Davis stated this was the most complicated project L-S has done during his tenure due to the interior walls changing and new roof, but things are going well. Mr. Knarr sought and received confirmation from Mr. Davis that the district isn't anywhere near using up the reserve funding set aside for unforeseen added cost.

Mr. Stolzfus said the board will meet November 5th to discuss Hans Herr renovation, as well as the field house.

Mrs. Staley asked why the flagpole at the ECC isn't illuminated at night. Mr. Davis said there's an LED light at the top of the pole to meet this requirement, but he would investigate.

Meeting adjourned 7:18pm

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Head’s up: there are three Finance Committee meetings per school year, and the first of this year will take place on Mon...
10/23/2025

Head’s up: there are three Finance Committee meetings per school year, and the first of this year will take place on Monday, Oct 27th at 6:30pm in the Administration Building. There is no audio stream of the meeting, so plan attend in person.

October Finance meetings usually cover preliminary outcomes of the previous fiscal year, the state of the current fiscal year, and then look ahead to the next year (2026-2027). There will likely be discussion of the current impacts of the PA budget impasse, as well as the possibility next year of losing federal funds for IDEA (special education), migrant student supports, free lunch program, etc., and the implications of such losses.

10/20/2025

Tomorrow evening, 10/20:

The Buildings and Grounds Committee will meet at 7:00 PM to review and approve several change orders. Full agenda is linked below in the comments.

At 7:30 PM, the L-S school board will hold its monthly Board Workshop meeting. Included on the agenda are:

1. an MOU between L-S School District and Samaritan Center for in-school counseling services. There is no cost to the district, but student families will be billed for services. See page 3 of the agenda, linked in comments.

2. Review of 15 policies. Nine are second readings (for final approval), and six are initial reviews of policies around community interactions. Workshop agenda below.

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