SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES

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The Board of School Directors of the Lebanon School District met in regular session on Monday, August 18, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Library as advertised in the Daily News on July 25, 2014.

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President Anne Dall called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Everyone participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

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On roll call by the secretary, the following board members were present: Mrs. Debra L. Bowman, Dr. Anne V. Dall, Mr. Joshua Golgowski, Mrs. Rose Marie R. Kotay, Mr. Michael J. Kuhn, Mr. Peter N. Pyles, Jr., Mr. Thomas L. Schaffer, Mr. Paul Topping and Mr. Cornell Wilson. Also present were Dr. Marianne T. Bartley, superintendent of schools, Mrs. Mary A. Harrell, secretary; and Mr. Curtis O. Richards, business manager and treasurer; and Mr. Michael Bechtold, solicitor.

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Also present were Dr. Chris Danz, assistant to the superintendent for HR and pupil services; Mr. Michael Murphy, assistant to the superintendent for assessment & accountability; Ted Graeff, chief information officer; Mr. Brian Hartman, director of buildings and grounds; Mr. Josh Coatsworth, coordinator of special education; Mr. Fred Shattls, director of ESOL; Mr. Michael Habecker, principal, Southeast Elementary; Mr. Paul Lundeen & Ben Ried from Rhoads & Sinon and Brad Remig from Public Financial Management; Mr. George Horn and Myci Atkinson (Intern), district residents; Mr. John Latimer of the Lebanon Daily News and Laura LeBeau from WLBR.

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RESOLUTION #15223 - The minutes of the regular meeting held on July 21, 2014 were offered for consideration. It was moved by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay, that the minutes be approved. All members voiced consent and so ordered.

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Dr. Bartley introduced Mr. Paul Lundeen, Mr. Brad Remig and Mr. Ben Ried. Brad shared a Refunding Analysis for the 2009A and 2009AA General Obligation Bonds. At today’s rate, refinancing both of these bonds should result in a net savings of over $400,000.

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Dr. Bartley and the Board continued discussing whether to renovate the aging Northwest Elementary School or to build a new building. Mr. Richards presented three possibilities: 1. 2.

Renovate with LEED Certification. Build a new 85,000 square foot elementary school at the Aspens Business Park.

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Convert a renovated Lebanon Middle School into an elementary school and build a new 150,000 square foot middle school at the Aspens.

3.

Mr. Schaffer presented the possibility of replacing Northwest’s worn out heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. Mr. Hartman stated that this might extend the life of the building by 10 to 20 years but would not address other areas of concern such as the security risk associated with open classrooms and with the location of the building. Discussion continued as Dr. Bartley and the Board want to do what makes the most sense financially and for the good of the district for the future. (8)

Dr. Bartley and the Board talked about the Edible Garden at Southeast Elementary. It’s been a challenge to keep the garden weed free over the summer months. The garden is too valuable to dismantle. Mr. Habecker, Southeast Principal, will work on finding volunteers to help maintain the garden.

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Mr. Shattls shared the Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives Plan (AMAO).

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Dr. Bartley shared that Chief Wright supports the idea of arming two school safety officers with weapons. A proposal will be drafted and shared at the September meeting. Dr. Bartley shared the following 2014-2015 School Year Goal:

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Student achievement is our goal. Our number one indicator is for all of our students to have the necessary training, knowledge & skills for their chosen path: post secondary education, and/or career. How do we get there? By knowing our students so well, that we customize our learning environment to best support their needs, helping each student discover his or her interests and pathway. To achieve this end, we will: • •

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Create and maintain a safe and healthy school environment that focuses on student success. Ensure our curriculum is based on the approved PA Core Standards, and help all students find relevance and meaning in meeting and/or exceeding these standards, and determining a vision for their own lives. Use best practices for instruction, the ones we have been using through Learning Focused Schools. In addition, in order to personalize and accelerate learning, incorporate technology whenever it makes the most sense.

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Use data that will help all of us monitor our progress and adjust our strategies. Use our resources efficiently and effectively towards achieving our goal.

Dr. Bartley thanked Myci Atkinson, Intern, for all her help over the past few months. Myci has provided assistance with various projects. She is helping Dr. Bartley plan a “Dress for Success” event at LHS. Dr. Bartley reminded everyone of the following events:

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Wednesday, August 20 – 1st PAC meeting of this school year Monday, September 8 – Perfect Attendance Recognition in the Starr Auditorium beginning at 7 PM

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Dr. Bartley informed the Board that she has been meeting with Seniors to discuss their future aspirations.

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RESOLUTION #15224 – The treasurer’s report for the month of July, 2014, was presented for consideration. Mr. Schaffer made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Kotay, that the board approves the treasurer’s report and records it as a part of the minutes. All members answered aye and the motion carried.

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RESOLUTION #15225 - Acting upon certification of the treasurer, a motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay, that the board approves the payment of bills payable for July, 2014 as listed, ratify the payment of invoices mentioned in the letter of certification, and take care of all other matters regarding the payment of invoices, including acceptance of the letter of certification, and record the financial statements as a part of the minutes of this meeting. All members answered aye and the motion carried.

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RESOLUTION #15226 - A motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay to accept the Cedar Foundation report for July, 2014; the student activity fund report for July, 2014; the scholarship fund report for July, 2014; the food service report for July, 2014; and Phillips Copy Center report for July, 2014 as presented. All members answered aye and the motion passed.

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There were no communications no solicitors report and no Federal Programs report.

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RESOLUTION #15227 – Mr. Schaffer made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Kotay to grant approval to submit the 21st Century Grant, which will impact Grades 1 through 12. The motion passed with a unanimous vote.

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RESOLUTION #15228 – Mr. Schaffer made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Kotay to grant approval of the final Agreement with The Blue Cardinal Group, for website redevelopment and ongoing maintenance. All members answered aye and the motion passed.

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RESOLUTION #15229 – Mrs. Kotay made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bowman to grant approval of a three year Managed Print Services Program with Phillips Office Solutions. The effective date is from September 1, 2014 until August 31, 2017. Mr. Schaffer abstained from voting. The motion passed.

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RESOLUTION #15230 – Mr. Schaffer made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Kotay to grant approval of (i) the Settlement Agreement and Release presented by Zurich Insurance, on behalf of Landmark Services Co., providing for payment to Lebanon School District, in the amount of $168,966.48, in full satisfaction of any and all claims arising out of or relating to the gym floor damage resulting from the July 2013 roof leak associated with the High School Renovation and New Construction Project; (ii) to authorize the President to the Board of School Directors to execute the Settlement Agreement and Release with Zurich Insurance; (iii) approve the Settlement Agreement and Release by and between the District and TGW Corporation in full satisfaction of any and all claims arising out of the High School Renovation and New Construction Project; (iv) to authorize the President of the Board of School Directors to execute the Settlement Agreement and Release with TGW Corporation; and (v) to authorize the release of $48,677.71 from funds previously withheld to TGW Corporation pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Settlement Agreement and Release. All members answered aye and the motion passed.

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RESOLUTION #15231 – A motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay for the Board of School Directors to accept the following personnel items for discussion and action as listed on the agenda: 1. RETIREMENT RESIGNATIONS Name

Assignment

Effective Date

A. ADMINISTRATIVE B. PROFESSIONAL, TEMPORARY PROFESSIONAL, LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE C. CLERICAL D. FOOD SERVICE E. MAINTENANCE F. PARAPROFESSIONAL G. SECURITY H. OTHER

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2. RESIGNATIONS Name

Assignment

Reason

Effective Date

A. ADMINISTRATIVE B. PROFESSIONAL, TEMPORARY PROFESSIONAL, LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE Kubicek, Jamie

Tarleton, Tiffany

HD Itinerant Learning Support HD/SE Elementary Music

Personal

7/31/2014

Personal

6/9/2014

C. CLERICAL Caples, Isela

NW 245 Day Secretary 7.5 hours/day

Personal

7/31/2014

NW Personal Care Assistant 6.5 hours/day HD Personal Care Assistant 6.5 hours/day NW K5 Paraprofessional 6.5 hrs/day

Personal

8/21/2014

Personal

8/12/2014

Personal

7/28/2014

LMS Security Guard 7.5 hours/day

Terminated

8/6/2014

D. FOOD SERVICE E. MAINTENANCE F. PARAPROFESSIONAL Henry, Kelsey

Krick, Tabitha

Sillers, Loretta

G. SECURITY Ortiz, Victoria

H. OTHER 3. NON-ACCEPTANCE

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A. Approve Amanda Marino’s non-acceptance of an ESOL teaching position at the Lebanon Middle School 4. APPOINTMENTS Subject to assignment by the superintendent and pending receipt of all required documentation.

Name

Prev Emp in LSD

Assignment

New/ Replace

Proposed Rate

Effective Date

A.

ADMINISTRATIVE

B.

PROFESSIONAL, TEMPORARY PROFESSIONAL, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE

Goetz, Sarah

NW LTS Grade 2

N

R

Hackman, Kyra

HD Itinerant Learning Support LMS Business Education LMS LTS Music

N

Haninchick, David Meashey, Samantha

Pearson, Thomas Pukay, Bradley

Rader, Judith

Sable, Priscila Soulliard, Zachary Trostle, Jeremy

8/21/20141/19/2015

R

$45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $45,541/yr.

N

R

$48,326/yr.

8/21/2014

N

R

8/21/201411/21/2014

LMS Social Studies LMS Business Education LMS LTS School Nurse

N

R

$45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $47,312/yr.

N

R

$45,541/yr.

8/21/2014

N

R

8/21/20141/19/2015

LMS ESOL LMS Social Studies LHS Emotional Support

N

R

$45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $51,258/yr.

N

R

$46,298/yr.

8/21/2014

N

R

$45,541/yr.

8/21/2014

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\ Weidner, Elizabeth

C.

N

R

$45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked

8/21/20141/19/2015

LHS 245-Day Secretary 7.5 hours/day LHS Truancy Elimination Attendance Administrator 7.5 hours/day

N

R

$16.00/hr.

9/2/2014

Y

N

$14.25/hr.

8/19/2014

CLERICAL

Peters, Rachiele

Rodriguez, Tiana

D.

NW LTS Grade 1

FOOD SERVICE

E. MAINTENANCE F. PARAPROFESSIONAL G. SECURITY H. OTHER 5. RE-APPOINTMENTS 6. CHANGE OF ASSIGNMENT Subject to assignment by the superintendent and pending receipt of all required documentation. Effective Name From To Rate Date B. ADMINISTRATIVE C. PROFESSIONAL Allen, Erica

LMS Supplemental Learning Support

NW Supplemental Learning Support

No Change

8/21/2014

Daubert, Rebekah

LMS Social

LMS Communication

No Change

8/21/2014

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Studies, Grade 8

Arts, Grade 8

Hauenstein, Jill Hauenstein, Timothy Kafferlin, Nicole Musser, Zachary

NW Grade 5 NW Grade 3 LMS Music LHS English

No Change No Change No Change

8/21/2014

No Change

11/24/20143/6/2015

Nordall, Jennifer

LHS English

No Change

8/21/201411/21/2014

Nordall, Robert

LHS Biology

No Change

3/9/20156/8/2015

Rau, Daniel

LMS Social Studies, Grade 8 NW Grade 2 NW Supplemental Learning Support HH/SE/SW Music

NW Title I LMS Math, Grade 6 HH/SE/SW Music LHS Hybrid Coach SIG Grant Funded LHS Hybrid Coach SIG Grant Funded LHS Hybrid Coach Sig Grant Funded LMS Technology Integrator

No Change

8/21/2014

NW Grade 3 NW Grade 3

No Change No Change

8/21/2014

HD/SE Music

No Change

8/21/2014

Sauer, Melissa Stouch, Kendra

Tice, Gloria

8/21/2014 8/21/2014

8/21/2014

D. CLERICAL Brightbill, Gina

LHS 245 Day Secretary 7.5 hours/day

NW 245 Day Secretary 7.5 hours/day

$17.20/hr.

8/18/2014

E. FOOD SERVICE F. MAINTENANCE G. PARAPROFESSIONAL Cramer, Jennifer

LHS Personal Care Assistant 6.5 hours/day

LHS Emotional Support Paraprofessional

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$11.00/hr.

8/21/2014

August 18, 2014

6.5 hours/day Keener, Kim

HH Personal Care Assistant 6.5 hours/day H. SECURITY I.

NW K5 Paraprofessional 6.5 hours/day

No Change

8/21/2014

OTHER

7. CHANGE OF STATUS Subject to assignment by the superintendent and pending receipt of all required documentation. Effective Name From To Rate Date A. ADMINISTRATIVE B. PROFESSIONAL, TEMPORARY PROFESSIONAL, LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE Brown, Rebecca

Day-to-Day Substitute

LHS LTS Math

$45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked

8/21/20141/19/2015

Guth, Tricia

Day-to-Day Substitute

SW LTS Grade 1

11/10/20142/11/2015

Henry, Nikole

Day-to-Day Substitute

LHS LTS English

Kerkeslager, Heather

Day-to-Day Substitute

NW LTS Grade K5

Kyle, Kelley

Day-to-Day Substitute

SE LTS Grade K4

Progin, Amanda

Day-to-Day Substitute

NW LTS Grade 5

Villafane, Emily Walborn, Jaime

Day-to Day Substitute Day-to-Day Substitute

NW Grade 5 HH LTS Grade K5

$45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked $45,541/yr. $45,541/yr. prorated for the number of days worked

10/20-20141/7/2015

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8/21/20141/19/2015

8/21/201411/26/2014

8/21/201410/24/2014

08/21/201411/12/2014

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C. CLERICAL D. FOOD SERVICE E. MAINTENANCE F. PARAPROFESSIONAL Phillips, Paige

SE Temporary K4 Paraprofessional

SE K4 Paraprofessional 6.5 hours/day

No Change

8/21/2014

G. SECURITY H. OTHER 8. EXTRA PAY FOR EXTRA DUTY Name A.

RESIGNATION

B.

DELETION

C.

APPOINTMENT

D.

REVISION

Proposed Rate

Assignment

Effective Date

9. INCOME PROTECTION 10. LEAVE OF ABSENCE WITH APPROVAL Name Conners, Tammy Gonzalez, Maribel Lane, Kim Warnick, Melanie

Assignment SW Teacher LHS Social Worker SW Paraprofessional LHS Secretary

Type Consecutive Consecutive Consecutive Consecutive

Date 8/21/20149/19/2014 8/1/201410/1/2014 8/21/201410/3/2014 8/21/201412/23/2014

OTHER PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS A. Appoint the following teachers as mentors for new teachers for the 20142015 school year at a stipend of $750/per mentee: Name Brown, Tammy

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DiBetta, Jodi Dietz, Christy Hellenthal, Chad Miller, Jasmine Ramirez, Sabrina Rivera, Diana Speraw, Daniel Stevenson, Adrianna B. Appoint Robert Monk II as the 2014-2015 Assistant Junior High Girls Volleyball Coach at a stipend of $3,832/yr. C. Appoint Timothy Speraw as the 2014-2015 Co-Head Golf Coach at a stipend of $1,833/yr. D. Appoint David Dundore as the 2014-2015 LHS Quiz Bowl Advisor at a stipend of $590/yr. E. Appoint Kathleen DeMario and Timothy Mehl as LMS Special Education CoDivision Level Coordinators for the 2014-2015 school year at a stipend of $500/each. F. Appoint the following persons at the established rate of $100 per day, as a day-to-day substitute teacher, effective 8/18/2014, subject to assignment by the superintendent and pending receipt of all required documentation: Name Anoia, Michael Bach, Caitlin Betz, Lisa Bleyer, Jordan Corbett, Anna Ellingsworth, Ashley Gartside, Paula Kavanaugh, Tom Keller, Courtney Lowe, Lorie Martin, Brooke Miller, Amanda G. Appoint the following substitute support staff, as indicated, subject to assignment and pending the required documentation, effective 8/18/2014: Name Betz, Sylvia Hartz, Christopher Seiple, Laurie

Assignment Paraprofessional Security Guard Paraprofessional

Rate $9.00/hr. $9.00/hr. $9.00/hr.

H. Approve the following paraprofessionals to work an additional one half hour, as needed, during the 2014-2015 school year, due to additional responsibilities at the school indicated – see Exhibit A

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I.

Approve Judith Rader to receive $30/hr. for school nurse orientation on 8/19/2014, to be paid by timesheet.

J.

Rescind the appointment of Erica Allen as the 2014-2015 LMS Special Education Division Level Coordinator.

K. Rescind the appointment of Mohamed Omar as the 2014-2015 Assistant Junior High Boys Soccer Coach. L. Rescind the appointment of Carlos Sanchez as a 2014-2015 Co-Head Golf Coach. M. Rescind the appointment of Daniel Figueroa as the 2014-2015 Assistant Varsity Boys Soccer Coach. N. Remove the following substitutes as indicated: Name Eggert, Abigail Itzen, Erik Kilmoyer, Susanne

Effective Date 6/9/2014 8/13/2014 6/9/2014

11. AMEND THE FOLLOWING A. Amend William Heagy’s hourly rate to $17.10/hr. effective 7/22/2014. B. Amend Emily Simone from a paid Assistant Junior High Field Hockey Coach to a 2014-2015 Volunteer Assistant Junior High Field Hockey Coach. C. Amend David Bentz from the Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach to the 2014-2015 Head JV Boys Basketball Coach. D. Amend the stipend amount for Andrew Dornes as the 2014-2015 Assistant Varsity Boys Soccer Coach to $3,065/yr. E. Amend the Leave of Absence for Mary Garrett-Giovino from 8/15/2014 to 10/15/2014. The motion passed with a unanimous vote.

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RESOLUTION #15232 – A motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay to grant approval of the following new textbooks for the 2014-2015 school year: The American Pageant: Fifteenth Edition, AP US History (2013) Author or Editor: David M. Kennedy & Lizabeth Cohen; Publisher: Wadsworth: Cengage Campbell Biology: Tenth Edition, College & AP Biology (2014). Author or Editor: Reese, Urry, Cain, Wasserman, Minorsky and Jackson; Publisher: Pearson

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A Creative Approach to Music Fundamentals: Eleventh Edition (2013). Author or Editor: William Duckworth; Publisher: Schirmer Cengage Learning Tonal Harmony with an Introduction to Twentieth-Century Music: Seventh Edition (2013). Author or Editor: Stefan Kostka, Dorothy Payne, Byron Almen; Publisher: McGraw Hill The motion passed with a unanimous vote. (25)

RESOLUTION #15233 – A motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay to grant approval of the Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives Plan (AMAO). The motion passed with a unanimous vote.

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RESOLUTION #15234 – A motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay to grant permission to appoint Debra Bowman as a voting delegate to participate in the PSBA Legislative Policy Council meeting to be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2014, during the School Leadership Conference 2014 in Hershey. The motion passed with a unanimous vote.

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With no further business to come before the board at this time, a motion was made by Mr. Schaffer and seconded by Mrs. Kotay that the meeting adjourn. All members voiced consent and President Dall declared the meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted,

Mary A. Harrell Secretary of the Board

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Exhibit A 2014-2015 Extra Hours for Support Staff August 18, 2014

Name

School

Allwein, Debra

NW

Bair, Luona

HH

Batchler, Caroline

HD

Capello, Cathy

HD

Cruz, Belkys

HH

Cruz, Natasha

HD

DeHart, Brenda

NW

Dundore, Renee

HD

Eiceman, JoAnn

HD

Elzek, Ereny

NW

Engle, Barbara

SW

Fralick, Susan

NW

Friend, Carmella

NW

Getch, Jodi

SW

Gibson, Wanda

NW

Granger, Dawn

HD

Gurdus, Patricia

NW

Hoke, Beverly

SW

Johnson, Sheri

NW

Kantner, Bonnie

NW

Keener, Kim

NW

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Killian, Rheta

HD

Lane, Kim

SW

Leffler, Suzanne

NW

McAllister, Andrea

HH

Miller, Donna

SW

Moyer, Loretta

HH

Nunez, Naomi

NW

O’Neal, Ginny

SW

Olivencia, Lissette

HD

Petruska, Patricia

HH

Pflueger, Melisse

NW

Rine, Mary Ann

HD

Rohland, Tracy

NW

Ruiz, Elizabeth

SE

Sellers, Wendy

SW

Steffy, Beverly

SE

Troain, Dongene

SE

Williams, Dawn

HD

Zimmerman, Carolyn

NW

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