MILL HALL — The Keystone Central School District Board of Directors will consider a variety of personnel items at its voting session this week.

During its work session, the board discussed a variety of topics regarding pay and workload, with talks becoming heated at times.

Board member Chris Scaff started the discussions, asking Superintendent Dr. Francis Redmon if the transfer of Christina Manning from director of pupil services to director of pupil services/Woodward Elementary school principal would cause an overload of work.

Redmon said the administration adjusted some of Manning’s tasks to avoid an overload.

“We’ve done some reshuffling with her specifically. We’ve taken off some of the things she was doing as pupil services director and leveled some things so she can be effective in both,” he said.

Scaff also asked a question regarding the list of transfers. He questioned why pay rates are listed with transfers, but are listed in other parts of the personnel list.

It was explained the transfer was only a change in title or slight adjustment to job responsibility, with that staff staying on the same pay rate.

Board member Elisabeth Lynch asked if those salaries could be listed.

“It would be nice if their salaries were mentioned by professionals so we know how much these folks are making,” she said, further saying it could create “consistency” with the list.

Redmon said he didn’t understand why the pay rate for transfers needed to be listed, noting that was already listed when they were hired.

“They’re already employed. I don’t understand why the board would want to see this information with every individual, every time they transfer,” he said. “If the board has a specific question about how we place people or how we talk about that procedure they can request the information.”

Lynch asked again why there would be anything wrong about listing the salaries.

Board President Roger Elling noted the procedure in place involves listing salaries for positions as they are filled.

Scaff said he asked the question because he wanted to know if there were changes.

“That’s why I was curious if the transfer included a change in pay. That’s what I was after,” he said.

Elling reiterated the transfer was staff “moving from point A to point B.”

Discussion amongst the board turned heated after Lynch asked if the board, or public, would be able to view the resume for the Woodward Elementary principal position.

“This is not about the person. This is about responsibility. I am very concerned that an elementary principal is going in there when it’s been documented… behavioral issues first come up in elementary school and those are the key years… otherwise it follows the child throughout their education,” she said. “Will the board be given, or will the public be given, the new recommended principal for Woodward Elementary’s resume, years of service?”

Elling was quick to respond, “No, absolutely not. That’s personnel stuff and that is not for the public.”

Lynch corrected herself, noting she was extremely dehydrated.

“What I’m saying is, for a board member to approve a principal of a school, I feel the principal responsibilities are key and very important. I will support someone if I know their skills, abilities and outcomes from previous experiences,” she said.

Board member Jeff Johnston asked Redmon if Manning has the proper certifications for the position. Redmon said yes.

Johnston said if she has the certifications and the state recognizes they are able to hold the position, then there was no reason to question that.

“I am very offended by the institution here that this person… that we’re questioning that person’s ability who has plenty of years of service in this district and prior to that,” he said. “I am totally upset by that. It’s uncalled for.”

Board member Dr. Bill Baldino said, if the legal aspects were followed, he wouldn’t take an issue with resumes being posted.

“I have no problem whatsoever with displaying the resumes for everybody who is working in a professional category for us here. I don’t think that’s a problem. I certainly had to do it in my professional capacity,” he said. “I think that to want to know those things and have it public knowledge, if it’s not illegal, is appropriate.”

Baldino also offered a response to Johnston’s comments.

“He certainly has the privilege to be offended if he wishes to,” he said, noting he did have questions regarding personnel.

Before any further back and forth could take place, Elling cut off the discussion.

The board will consider the following personnel items during its voting session on Thursday. Hiring of many of these individuals is contingent upon receipt of all required paperwork including, but not limited to, all necessary background checks that meet the appropriate standard(s) as required by Pennsylvania law:

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Professional

— Leave of Absence for Moriah Ulmer, Learning Support Teacher, at Central Mountain Middle School, effective approximately Aug. 22, 2025 through approximately Dec. 18, 2025. Absence is partially compensated.

— Leave of Absence for Bridget Smith, Guidance Counselor, at Mill Hall Elementary School, effective approximately Sept. 12, 2025 through approximately Jan. 5, 2026. Absence is partially compensated.

Administrative

— Leave of Absence for Deborah Kline, Assistant Principal, at Central Mountain High School, effective June 23, 2025 through approximately Sept. 22, 2025. Absence is compensated.

EMPLOYMENT

Support

Employment of Drue Allison, Library Assistant, at Keystone Central School District, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $14.50/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Marian Berry, Cafeteria Under 25, 4 hrs/day, at Central Mountain Middle School, effective Aug. 5, 2025, at a rate of $14.50/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Erin Fetzer, 210 Custodial Floater, at Central Mountain High School, effective July 7, 2025, at a rate of $14.50/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Joseph Gardner, 210 Custodian, at Central Mountain Middle School, effective July 7, 2025, at a rate of $14.50/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Lela Vanartsdalen, Cafeteria Under 25, 4.5 hrs/day, at Central Mountain High School, effective Aug. 5, 2025, at a rate of $14.50/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Kellie Mantle, Cafeteria Under 25, 4 hrs/day, at Central Mountain Middle School, effective Aug. 5, 2025, at a rate of $14.50/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Approve the following head custodians for summer 2025, effective June 10 through Aug. 15, at an additional $.80/hour paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract: Abigail Alexy, Tammy Andrus.

— Approve the following drivers and aides for Keep Safe Drivers for the 2025-2026 school year: Alan Sementelli, Owner/Van Driver; Kenneth Brownson, Van Driver/Aide; Tammy Barner, Van Driver/Aide; Cretia Stimely, Van Driver/Aide; Jeffrey Sementelli, Sr., Van Driver/Aide; Britney Litz, Van Driver/Aide.

— Approve the following drivers and aides for Infant Development for the 2025-2026 school year: Vicky Heggenstaller, Bus Drive; Harry Maiolo – Bus Driver; Renee Bilbay, Van Driver; Ioana Spalletta, Van Driver; Anna Mardis, Aide; Christine Peters, Van Driver; Alexis Strand, Aide; Shawna Karichner; Catherine Yearick.

— Approve the hour adjustment for Denise Bean, Head Cook at Robb Elementary School, from 6.5 hrs/day to 7 hrs/day, effective Aug. 5, 2025.

Professional

— Employment of Abby Novak, Music Teacher at Bucktail Middle/High School, placed at M, step 2, with a salary of $59,600, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year. Salary and Benefits are according to the ACCE Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Amanda Gearhart, Art Teacher at Bucktail Middle/High School, placed at M, step 12, with a salary of $74,450, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year. Salary and Benefits are according to the ACCE Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Ashley Russo, Autistic Support Teacher at Robb Elementary School, placed at M, step 6, with a salary of $64,250, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year. Salary and Benefits are according to the ACCE Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Employment of Kevin Ransom, Long Term Substitute, Social Studies at Central Mountain High School, placed at B, step 1, with a salary of $55,900, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year. Salary and Benefits are according to the ACCE Contract. Filled due to leave of absence.

— Employment of Shan Packer, as part-time Pre-Apprenticeship Program/Adult Education Job Training Coordinator, to be paid a stipend of $6,000 per year, for the 25-26 school year.

TRANSFERS

Support

— Transfer of Amanda Ringham, from Personal Care Assistant at Central Mountain High School to Personal Care Assistant at Central Mountain Middle School, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $21.50. Filled due to vacancy.

— Transfer of Rebecca McCullough, from Personal Care Assistant at Central Mountain High School to Personal Care Assistant at Robb Elementary School, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $20.60. Filled due to vacancy.

— Transfer of Amy Knight, from Building Assistant at Central Mountain High School to 210 2nd shift Custodian at Central Mountain High School , effective July 11, 2025, at a rate of $18.25/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Transfer of Maranda Ditty, from Building Assistant at Bucktail Middle/High School to Building Assistant at Renovo Elementary and Bucktail Campus, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $19.94/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract. Filled due to vacancy.

— Transfer of Deandra Nevill, from Building Assistant at Central Mountain Middle School to Library Assistant at Keystone Central School District, effective the first day of the 2025-2026 school year,, at a rate of $15.73/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract.

— Transfer of Nina Weaver, from Cafeteria Under 25, 4.25 hrs/day at Central Mountain Middle School to General Cafeteria Worker, 7 hrs/day at Central Mountain Middle School, Aug. 5, 2025, at a rate of $14.75/hour, paid from the General Fund per the ESP Contract.

Professional

— Transfer of Jacque Newlen to Transition Coordinator/Autistic Support at Central Mountain High School.

— Transfer Josh Day to Biology Bucktail High School/Enrichment Teacher K-12 Bucktail Campus.

— Transfer Shana Kinley to 4th Grade Teacher at Robb Elementary.

— Transfer Marie Snyder to ESL Itinerant Teacher K-12 at Keystone Central School District

Administrative

— Transfer of Christina Manning, from Director of Pupil Services to Director of Pupil Services/Principal Woodward Elementary, effective July 1, 2025.

INFORMATION

The following temporary professionals have completed six satisfactory service evaluations and will be awarded tenure and a professional contract: Michelle Anderson; Lyndsie Bair; Eryn Bartlett; Devan Everett; Morgan Fogel; Johnna Garbrick; Katie Hanna; Haley Harter; Loryn Hughes; Molly Leitch; Jacquelyn Newlen; Mya Trauger.

RESIGNATIONS/RETIREMENTS/TERMINATIONS

Support

— Resignation of Sharon Gerhard, General Cafeteria Worker, 7 hrs/day, at Central Mountain Middle School, effective Aug. 15, 2025.

— Resignation of Destiney Phillips, Behavior Intervention Assistant, at Central Mountain Middle School, effective July 14, 2025.

Professional

— Resignation of Katelynn Herron, Art Teacher at Bucktail Middle/High School, effective June 17, 2025.

— Resignation of Allison Haines, Speech-Language Pathologist at Robb Elementary School, effective Aug. 25, 2025.