School Board of Directors Meeting
April 20, 2026
Minutes
A Regular Meeting of the Eastern Lancaster County School Board of Directors, which was properly advertised in the LNP Lancaster Newspaper, was held on Monday, April 20, 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, Zachary Eberly, Jacqueline Geyer, Jarod Hynson, Paul Irvin, Phil Stoltzfus, Jeremy Weaver and Thomas Wentzel Note: Jarod Hynson joined virtually at 7:08 p.m.
Board Member(s) not in attendance: Jonathan Dahl
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
Vice President Conroy opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
2. Moment of Silence/Reflection - Pledge of Allegiance
Dr. Michael Snopkowski led in a silent mediation and the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Agenda Modification/Approval of Agenda
Mr. Wentzel made a motion to approve. It was seconded by Mr. Irvin.
The motion was approved (8-0; 1 absent)
4. Reading of the Resolutions of Tribute
Tributes for Donald Herrington, Mabel Horning, Shirley Deaver were read to the community.
5. Safety Mentor Recognition
Dr. Andersen recognized Wynter and Finley from Blue Ball Elementary School.
6. Student of the Month Presentation
Dr. Larkin presented and congratulated the Students of the Month for the month of February being chosen for their character trait of Personal Accountability.
Grade 12: Brianna Libell
Grade 11: Haley Buohl
Grade 10: Daniel Pfeiffer
Grade 9: Kayleen Campbell
Dr. Larkin presented and congratulated the Students of the Month for the month of March being chosen for their character trait of Positive Attitude.
Grade 12: Danica Zappo
Grade 11: Addison Heist
Grade 10: Caylee Toland
Grade 9: Mya Keeport
CTC: Roman Kourt
7. GS Athletics- End of Season Report
Mr. Blackwell gave an update to the board about winter sports.
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.
Jodi Sensenig, New Holland, PA – said a prayer for the board and district.
9. Consent Agenda
9.a. Approval of Minutes
9.b. Treasurer's Report
9.c. Approve Personnel Report
9.c.a. Staff Personnel Report
9.c.b. Extra-Curricular Personnel Report
9.d. Bills Paid
9.e. Cafeteria Fund Treasurer's Report
9.f. Investments
9.g. Student Activity Account
9.h. Resolutions of Tribute
9.i. 2026-27 IU13 General Operating Budget
9.j. 2026-2027 Early Enrollment Agreement with Thaddeus Stevens
9.k. New Course AP Macroeconomics for 2026-2027 School Year
9.l. New Client Services Agreement 26/27 - Soliant
9.m. First Read Board Policies
Mr. Wentzel made a motion to approve, and it was seconded by Mr. Irvin.
The motion was approved (8-0).
10. Action Items
10.a. Approval of General Fund checks
Mr. Irvin made a motion to approve, and it was seconded by Mr. Wentzel.
The motion was approved (7-0; 1 abstained).
11. Reports
11.a. Lancaster County Tax Collection Bureau
Mr. Ramsey stated that there was no meeting this month.
11.b. Lancaster-Lebanon IU13
Mr. Irvin updated the board about the meeting on April 8, 2026.
11.c. Lancaster CTC
Mr. Conroy updated the board about events happening at the CTC.
11.d. Legislative
Mr. Wentzel updated the board on legislative items.
11.e. Student Representative
Riley Arment reported on activities at the elementary schools. Eylul Emur reported on activities at the secondary campus.
12. New Business - NONE
13. Superintendent's Report
With May soon arriving, we are soon entering the last full month of the school year. In fact, 5 weeks from this past Friday will be our graduation for the class of 2026, with a variety of important events packed into the next few weeks.
During the last two weeks of April and the month of May, our students in certain grades and subject areas are participating in state assessments as well as national exams (if participating in an advanced placement course at the high school). The preparation for these exams has been ongoing throughout the year and each of the children in our classrooms has experienced a rich educational experience that has them ready to demonstrate their best. In order to perform at their best, each child who is being tested should get plenty of rest, have a good breakfast before testing begins, and relax to do their best.
Beyond students performing at their best in our classrooms, the spring season is also one in which our students demonstrate their musical, artistic and athletic talents in a variety of ways. These include concerts for instrumental and vocal groups from each building, GSPA’s performance of SpongeBob the Musical, multiple athletic teams representing ELANCO at home and away, high school prom, and recognizing the artistic talents of students in each building through art shows. Many of our students will also be recognized through a number of end-of-year banquets and awards celebrations, drawing attention to a year’s worth of participation and excellence.
As a final reminder, please mark your calendars for May 29th to celebrate our graduating seniors and all they’ve contributed to our district.
14. Announcements
Mr. Conroy and Dr. Snopkowski spoke to the board about the Athletic wing getting updates to recognize our athletes.
15. Adjournment
Mr. Wentzel made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:48 p.m. with a second by Mr. Irvin.
The motion was approved. (8-0)

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Rebekah Ray
School Board Secretary
April 20, 2026