Association members in attendance were Mrs. Duey Briner, Grace Keiser, Mrs. Walter Wevodau, Sara Beck, Susan Stoner, Daisy Bickel, Marie Berhart, Irene Mark, Sue Bitterman, Mary VanDyke, George Gruber, Stephen Gruber, George Solada, Allen Solada, George Cain, Early Henry, Jeremiah Long, Earle Lingle, William Baker, John Shoop, Abram Fry, William Miller, Wesley Garland, Norman Snyder, and Professor F.O. He and M.S., a 16-year-old female student, began a sexual relationship. Keith Still, principal at William Penn Senior High School in York, was approved as Susquehanna Township. I look forward to contributing to the academic, social, and functional success of all students within the middle school. The grand jury also faults Susquehanna Twp. School District respects the diligence and thoroughness shown by District Attorney Ed Marsico and Assistant District Attorney Fran Chardo as well as the thoughtful work from members of the grand jury. She told investigators that she and Sharkey began the sexual relationship Feb. 1, that they had sex at least 10 times before the relationship ended in March, and that Sharkey knew she was 16 years old at the time, the complaint states. Concerning Still, Miller said, "he was my top candidate going into this, and my top candidate going out.". The school board will review the resignations of Kimberly Donahue, who served as an assistant superintendent in the district, and Ralph Lovelidge, who was reassigned from Susquehanna Township High . Regular Schedule. Well ever cherish, honor you in word and deed, So good old, dear old Susquehanna, were all for you. Contacting Justia or any attorney through this site, via web form, email, or otherwise, does not create an attorney-client relationship. Dauphin County District Attorney Ed Marsico said, Usually where theres smoke theres fire, report it. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education from Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Science degree in Educational Administration from the University of Scranton. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. hannasd.org. Sharkey was criminally charged. Bell Schedules. #HANNASpotlight is a project designed to honor the exciting teaching & learning happening in the Susquehanna Township School District each month. Spring ELL Night Feb 15 2023. In closing, I look forward to our new school year together and learning and growing with our amazing students, dedicated staff, supportive families and community. Editor's note: The following document was redacted to protect the identity of the victim. The beginning of my 32-year tenure was at the Harrisburg School District, where I taught for a total of nine years. It is exciting to know that there is highly active parent involvement here. After meeting me you will walk away knowing that I truly LOVE working in this profession. My goal is to focus on using data effectively, to make informed decisions in line with our district mission The Success of Every Learner. The accomplishment of this goal can happen with the efforts of all stakeholders. At the beginning of the next school year, the rumors resurfaced. In June, district leaders sought advice from their legal counsel about what to do. Harrisburg. "It is our belief that this did not occur at school or on school property, nor during the school day," Susquehanna Township School District Superintendent Susan Kegerise said in a prepared statement. My name is Keith Edmonds, and I am the new Head Principal of Thomas W. Holtzman Jr. According to state test scores, 51% of students are at least proficient in math and 55% in reading. There are no resources or collections to display, Sara Lindemuth / Anna Carter Primary School, 15 (MORE) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS TO PENNSYLVANIA STUDENTS, Pre-Health Program for Underrepresented Leaders in STEM Education, Any High School Student that resides in Pennsylvania, Click on scholarship name for fillable PDF application, This is not a scholarship. I value the development of the whole child and place heavy emphasis not only on the educational experience; but, also the social and emotional development of each student. Police said in the complaint that when they interviewed the girl Wednesday, she broke down and cried as she acknowledged that an inappropriate relationship had taken place. The echoes of hard lessons learned in the 2013 sex scandal at Susquehanna Twp. We will be a leader in innovation and technology. When we shall leave you for worlds of fame. The grand jury made some recommendations, including immediately reporting indications of abuse and conducting more thorough background checks of employees. I dont know if the song will hold in Harrisburg, but as an Alma MaterGee it could live on forever. Later that evening while still humming the song, Jimmy said I wish I could steal that music. Tom asks What would you do with it? Our school does not have an alma mater. Jimmy said. 2-Hour Delay Schedule. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 28, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,000,000. Miller said the district still is searching for a new middle school principal, and Cummins will serve on an interim basis with the district until both positions are filled. Sharkey had been at the school since Jan. 22 and previously worked for the Philadelphia School District as a dean of ninth grade students. When interviewed by school district personnel, the alleged victim denied having an inappropriate relationship with Sharkey. Susquehanna Twp. He resides in Abington, in the Philadelphia area, and commuted to the area for work. "It's all about climate change at our high school, and I think he's really ready to help us do that," Miller said. M.S. Features: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. I applied and was hired and was so elated that I had the opportunity to teach in MY district. District Calendar. Non-Discrimination; Site Map; Accessibility; Employment; Staff Directory; 801 Wood Street. 10. Our School. Main (717) 657-5100 Fax (717) 657-5146. In addition, the grand jury called on state lawmakers to further define the mandatory reporting law. Above all, the Allegheny grand jury report says Susquehanna school officials erred in prematurely questioning the victim in the case, enabling the victim to then delete possible incriminating evidence from her cellphone before police were brought in months later and only after new information came to light. and her parents met with the police; M.S. Sharkey told investigators that he had spoken to the girl on the phone about school issues and personal problems, but had no idea how she got his number. This is a 4 month program for current 8th - 11th graders interested in Neuroscience & Behavioral Health, Click on scholarship title for full detail of all the scholarships. The purpose of the Alumni Association is to promote the interests of. Elementary. Court documents indicate Sharkey faces charges of sexual contact with a student, corruption of minors and unlawful contact with a minor for an incident that occurred on Feb. 1. Though school leaders made mistakes in their handling of rumors about an inappropriate relationship between a high school assistant principal and a teenage girl, a Dauphin County grand jury has concluded no laws were broken. She said Sharkey would pick her up at her home at around 10 p.m. and take her to the hotel for sex, then drive her home as late as 3 a.m., the complaint states. Police arrested Susquehanna Township High School assistant principal Shawn Sharkey in September and charged him with having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student. Billing ATTN: PRINCIPAL/AD, 3550 ELMERTON AVE, HARRISBURG, PA 17109. and of this song. Martin is the athletic director at Steelton-Highspire School District, Miller said. Still said a major reason for his interest in coming to Susquehanna had to do with the opportunity it provided "to work with a diverse population of high performing students.". 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Every learner has the right to a world class education. Website www.hannasd.org. In early August,the school board also approved a contract with Fred Cummins to be its acting principal in the high school and middle school buildings. When he is not working, Mr. Gibson enjoys singing with Vox Philia, a vocal chamber ensemble based in Reading, Pennsylvania, playing board games, and tending to the family garden. In the last school year, however, parents and community members repeatedly voiced concerns regarding academics and discipline in the district. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. School district is not liable for a teacher's sexual relationship with a minor student where no appropriate person at the district had knowledge of the relationship. even claimed they were pulling their children out of the district, Ralph Lovelidge was reassigned to be the middle school's assistant principal, the school board also approved a contract with Fred Cummins to be its acting principal. He said he may have "side hugged" her, but never had any inappropriate contact with her, according to the complaint. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Your web browser does not support the