Safety and Security Staff and Committees

As the Safety and Security Coordinator for the Southern York County School District, I am committed to ensuring that safety and security are at the forefront of decision-making for all stakeholders. On an annual basis, students participate in a range of safety drills and training to address topics such as situational awareness, bullying/cyberbullying, and the process for reporting incidents to staff and administration.  All district staff are required to participate in three hours of safety training on an annual basis that includes the following topics:  Situational Awareness, Trauma-Informed Approaches, Behavioral Health Awareness, Substance Use Awareness, and Recognizing Concerning Behaviors.

Should you have any questions related to the safety and security of our school district, please contact me at Matthew.Leitzel@sycsd.org or 717-235-4811 extension 7412.

As School Security, I am committed to working for Southern York County School District and working with local residents, student transportation, Southern Regional Police Department, and emergency services to make our district safe. I also mentor students who need positive role models and promote diversity and acceptance to make our schools more welcoming. If you have questions or concerns regarding our campus or parking violations, please contact me at 235-4811 ext. 7349 or email Dio.Mendez@sycsd.org.

School Resource Officer

School Resource Officers (SROs) are carefully selected, specifically and highly trained, and properly equipped full-time law enforcement officers with sworn law enforcement authority. As the SRO, my goals include providing a safe learning environment within the SYCSD, providing valuable resources to school staff members, fostering positive relationships with youth, developing strategies to resolve problems affecting youth, and protecting all students, so they can reach their fullest potential. Questions or concerns? Please contact me at Darryl.Smuck@sycsd.org or 717-235-4811 extension 7361.