At Year End: Graduation, Retirements, Achievements

We are YS Proud!

 It has been a wonderful year for the York Suburban School District and our supportive community.

 Shelly 2Our students continue to excel, performing at the highest levels both in the classroom and beyond.  We have been recognized at the state and national levels for student achievement.  Many students have been widely recognized for outstanding achievement in music, theatre, athletics and service.

 Congratulations to the Class of 2015.  This talented group of students is well prepared to face the challenges ahead.  We wish them continued success.

 Retirements:  The York Suburban School District is also celebrating the distinguished careers of three retiring teachers:

Kathy Falatovich – 34 years in education

Lisa Lewis – 14 years in education

Karen Moyer – 35 years in education

The dedicated service of these fine teachers will be greatly missed.

 Additionally, the district is celebrating the careers of our retiring support staff:

Doreene Baughman – 26 years at YS

Bill Boll – 28 years at YS

Roger Kresge – 11 years to YS

Deb Shumaker – 10 years at YS

As a community, we thank these dedicated staff members and wish them the very best in retirement!

 Highlights of year:  As a district, we are pleased to highlight a few of this year’s many accomplishments:

  • Implemented a 1:1 initiative, providing a computer to all students in grades 8-12
  • Developed a partnership to provide expanded learning opportunities for our youngest learners
  • Developed high school courses that will be taught in a hybrid format
  • Signed a three-year Agreement with the Teacher’s Association
  • Signed a three-year Agreement with the Support Personnel Association

 York Suburban is most proud to present to our community, 212 graduating seniors … 212 success stories!  Best wishes to the Class of 2015.

Dr. Michele Merkle, Superintendent