Annual Notifications

Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)

The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) requires school districts to inspect their buildings for asbestos-containing building materials and develop, maintain and update an asbestos management plan. Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice for parents and guardians of Central York School District students, in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA). 

It is the intention of Central York School District to comply with all federal and state regulations controlling asbestos and to take whatever steps are necessary to ensure students and employees a healthy and safe environment in which to learn and work. You are welcome to review a copy of the asbestos management plan in school district administrative office or administrative office of the school during regular business hours. Mr. Luke Rhoads is our designated asbestos program coordinator, and all inquiries regarding the asbestos plan and asbestos-related issues should be directed to. Mr. Rhoads at (717) 846-6789, ext. 2200.

In order to adhere to the requirements issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education on  re-opening schools for the 2020-2021 school year, and to maintain the health and safety of the Central York School District (District) student and staff community by allowing learning to occur from a remote location if and as necessary, the District will engage its teachers and students in various types of instruction such as live virtual lessons, recorded virtual lessons and readings/exchanges, and one-to-one virtual instruction/interaction with a teacher or other support professional.

The following is an Annual Notice of the Acknowledgment of Virtual and Livestream Instruction Privacy Concerns and should be reviewed by parents and guardians of all K-12 learners. 

Acknowledgment of Virtual and Livestream Privacy Concern

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice to parents and guardians of Central York School District students to describe the special education programs and services that are available, the process by which each of the school entities screens and evaluates students to determine eligibility for special education services, gifted services, or Chapter 15/504 services, and information regarding the confidentiality of student educational records. If you would like a copy of this notice in a language other than English, please contact Central York School District Director of Special Education Elizabeth Mason at (717) 846-6789 or by emailing emason@cysd.k12.pa.us.

Annual Notice of Special Education Services

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice for parents and guardians of Central York School District Students, in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Free and Reduced Lunch Program and the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, which reauthorized the School Lunch Programs of the Child Nutrition Act.

Central York School District participates in the National Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Students from families who qualify under federal guidelines will receive lunches and breakfasts free or at a reduced price. In addition, qualifying kindergarten students will receive free milk at snack time. 

All students in Grades K-12 may purchase free or reduced meals through the point-of-sale system. Applications are available at all school offices or via the link below. These applications may be filed at any time throughout the school year for families experiencing net income changes. All information is confidential; discrimination is not permitted in accordance with state, federal and district requirements

Link to Free and Reduced Lunch Application

Central York School District has adopted a School Wellness policy in accordance with the law. Please click here to view the policy. 

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notices for parents and guardians of Central York School District students, in accordance with the regulations set forth by Elementary and Secondary Education Act:

Notice of Parental/Family Involvement (District Policy No. 917)

Notice of Title I Parental Involvement (District Policy No. 918)

Notice of Limited English Proficiency Program (District Policy No. 138)

Notice of Parents' Right to Know Teacher and Paraprofessional Qualifications (District Policy No. 324)

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice to parents and guardians of Central York School District students in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). If your family speaks a home language other than English and you need assistance translating these documents beyond that provided by Google Translate, please contact us at (717) 846-6789, ext. 1212, or by email here.

FERPA Notice

Policy 216 (Student Records)

Policy 800 (Records Management)

Policy 801 (Public Records)

Policy 826 (Privacy of Health Information)

Policy 830 (Breach of Computerized Personal Information)

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice to parents and guardians of Central York School District students, in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). If you would like a copy of this annual notice in a language other than English, please contact (717) 846-6789, ext. 1212, or email the District for assistance.

IDEA Notice (English) | IDEA Notice (Spanish)

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice to parents and guardians of Central York School District students, in accordance with the regulations set forth by the McKinney Vento Act (Homeless Students). If you need assistance translating this document or information beyond what is provided by Google Translate, please contact us at (717) 846-6789, ext. 1292 or by email here.

Annual Notice Regarding Homeless Students

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice to parents and guardians of Central York regarding the Online Learning Student Code of Conduct.

Online Learning Student Code of Conduct

Central York School District provides the following Annual Notice to parents and guardians of Central York School District students, in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA). 

PPRA Notice

Policy 105.1

Policy 209

Policy 235.1

Central York School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and handicap in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, and the American Disabilities Act. All investigations into reports of sexual harassment and assault will be impartial, free of bias and conflicts, and will not prejudge the facts for either side.

For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Mr. Ryan Caufman, Assistant to the Superintendent for Financial Affairs and Student Services and Title VI,Title VII, Title IX, and ADA Coordinator at 717-846-6789 ext. 1209, by email at rcaufman@cysd.k12.pa.us, or by mail at 775 Marion Road, York, Pennsylvania 17406.

Policy 103

Policy 103.1

Policy 104

Central York School District provides parents/guardians with annual notice of the following policies and procedures in accordance with our District Policy Manual:

Annual Report
Policy 006 - Notice of Meetings
Policy 103 - Nondiscrimination in School and Classroom Practices
Policy 103.1 - Nondiscrimination - Qualified Students with Disabilities
104 - Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices
Policy 105.1 - Review of Instructional Materials by Parents/Guardians
Policy 113 - Special Education
Policy 114 - Gifted Education
Policy 123 - Interscholastic Athletics
Policy 123.3 - Cardiac Arrest
Policy 138 - Limited English Proficiency Program
Policy 142 - Migrant Students
Policy 143 - Standards for Persistently Dangerous Schools
Policy 144 - Standards for Victims of Violent Crimes
Policy 146 - Student Services
Policy 200 - Enrollment
Policy 203 - Immunizations and Communicable Diseases
Policy 204 - Attendance
Policy 209 - Health Services/Examinations/Screenings
Policy 209.1 - Food Allergy Management
Policy 209.2 - Diabetes Management
Policy 210 - Use of Medications
Policy 210.1 - Possession/use of Asthma Inhalers, Etc. 
Policy 211 - Student Accident Insurance
Policy 216 - Student Records
Policy 218 - Student Discipline
Policy 218.1 - Weapons
Policy 222 - Tobacco Use
Policy 226 - Searches
Policy 235 - Student Rights & Responsibilities
Policy 235.1 - Surveys
Policy 236 - Student Services
Policy 237 - Electronic Devices
Policy 246 - Student Wellness
Policy 247 - Hazing
Policy 249 - Bullying
Policy 250 - Recruitment
Policy 312 - Performance & Assessment of Superintendent/Assist. Supt.
Policy 324 - Personnel Files
Policy 604 - Budget Adoption
Policy 619 - Audit
Policy 621 - Taxpayer Bill of Rights
Policy 705 - Safety
Policy 707 - Use of Facilities
Policy 716 - Integrated Pest Management
Policy 806 - Child Abuse
Policy 808 - Food Services
Policy 810 - Transportation
Policy 815 - Acceptable Use
Policy 904 - Public Attendance at School Events
Policy 906 - Public Complaints
Policy 917 - Parental/Family Involvement
Policy 918 - Title I Parental Involvement

The health and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff is of the utmost importance. Central York School District has policies and procedures in place to ensure our buildings and grounds are clean and safe for all who use them throughout the year. 

The District also conducts regular testing to ensure compliance with state and federal standards.

The following reports are provided so that anyone interested can learn more about the findings of outside agencies and individuals who evaluate our buildings and grounds in these areas.

If you have a question or concern, please do not hesitate to contact our Director of Buildings and Grounds for more information at lrhoads@cysd.k12.pa.us.

Asbestos Plan for Central York School District

Indoor Air Quality Overview

Indoor Air Quality Report by District & Building

Lead Testing Report for Central York School District

Radon Testing Report