BOARD OF EDUCATION
Reorganizational Meeting
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MEMBERS PRESENT: |
Mrs. Janet Grey, Mrs. |
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OTHERS PRESENT: |
Dr. |
The meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at
Pledge of Allegiance
Dr. Robinson led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Emergency Exits
Dr. Robinson pointed out the emergency exits from the room.
1. ADOPT AGENDA
MOTION BY Mr. Gary DiLallo, seconded by Mr. Rick Mincher to accept this evening’s agenda as presented.
Unanimously approved. Motion carried.
2. OATH/ELECTION
a. Oath of Office – Newly Elected Board
Members
Ms. Wetmore swore in Dr. William Acker as a
newly elected Board member and Mrs.
b. Election of and Oath of Office – Board
Officers
Dr. Robinson called for nominations for the
president of the board of education. Mrs. Bowles nominated Mrs. Grey. There
were no other nominations.
MOTION BY Mrs.
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
Dr. Robinson swore in Mrs. Grey as president
of the board of education, who then took over the presiding of the meeting.
Mrs. Grey called for nominations for the
vice-president of the board of education. Mrs. Wiggins nominated Mrs. Bowles.
There were no other nominations.
MOTION BY Mrs.
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
Mrs. Janet Grey swore in Mrs.
3. BOARD OF
EDUCATION COMMENTS/REPORT
Mrs. Blaauboer offered her thanks and
appreciation for the support of Mrs. Grey and Mrs. Bowles, noting that the
leadership of the board this past year has been exceptional.
Mrs.
Mr. Gary DiLallo thanked everyone
who took an oath of office.
4. PUBLIC
COMMENTS
None.
5.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Dr. Robinson
distributed a draft version of the end of year report to board members for
their review and reflection of the many things that are happening in the
district. It was noted that the administrative retreat is coming up at the end
of the month and feedback will be shared with the board shortly thereafter. The
district goals will be presented to the board for review at the August 25th
board meeting.
Dr. Robinson noted
that he and Mrs. Kelly DeFeciani have been meeting with the advanced team from
the White House to receive Vice-President Joe Biden into the
Dr. Robinson
highlighted that there were several questions about the agenda items, which
were addressed in advance. Also, there
were several modifications made to the board minutes of June 9, June 23 and
6. CONSENT ITEMS
a. Treasurer’s Reports
b. Minutes
1)
2)
3)
MOTION by Mrs.
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
8. ACTION ITEMS
a. Approval of Code of Ethics
MOTION BY Mrs.
Unanimously approved, motioned carried.
Mrs. Janet Grey recommended that items B through E (Approval of
Annual Appointments, Approval of Annual
Authorizations, Authorization of Depositories/Petty Cash Funds, and
Authorization of Employee Bondings) be “bundled” for approval.
A brief discussion was raised as to how much the bonding cost. Ms. Wetmore replied that the cost was
$2,800.00, if done separately, it would likely cost more. Dr. Acker asked “Have we needed this
insurance in the past”? He also asked
about self-funding a portion of the bonding.
Ms. Wetmore indicated that the bonding includes the crime and prevention
policies together.
Mr. Rick Mincher asked about the item related to petty cash funds. Ms. Wetmore said that the education
foundation is totally separate and we do not deal with that all. No checks even come to us for that.
Also noted, the Free and Reduced Price
Lunch Hearing Officer should be listed as Ms. Kathleen Wetmore instead of Mrs.
Lisa Ostrowski and the Appeals to Free and Reduced Price Lunch should be
the Assistant Superintendent-
Motion was made by Mrs.
f. Students
1) Acceptance of Special Education Placements
Presented by Mrs. Michelle Mylod for 08-09 and 09-10 school years.
MOTION by Mr. Gary DiLallo,
seconded by Mr.
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
g. Personnel
1) Approval of Staffing Recommendations
Dr. Dutkowsky presented the staffing report with an
addendum regarding the adult transition summer work program. Dr.
Dutkowsky indicated that items G.1. a & b should be deleted.
Dr. Dutkowsky commented on the retirement of Ms. Pamela Bird and wished her the very best in her future endeavors.
Dr. Dutkowsky highlighted that the title changes for the academic administrators is a result of the recent administrative restructuring efforts. One area of tenure will be for Academic Administrator K-8.
It was noted that the coaching appointments have been processed using the much more refined process, ensuring that coaching applications and licenses are on file and in compliance with SED Office of Teaching Initiatives standards. The Human Resources office has been diligent in assuring that all paperwork is in compliance.
MOTION by Mrs. Mary
Blaauboer, seconded by Mrs.
A. RETIREMENT,
with appreciation and regret
1) Certified
Staff
a) Name: Pamela Bird
Tenure Area: Foreign Language
Commencing:
B. RESIGNATIONS
1) Certified
Staff
a) Name: Steven Satterfield
Position: Academic Administrator
for Special Education (Grades 9-12)
Commencing:
2)
Classified Staff
a) Name: Sharon Gully
Position: School Monitor (Secondary)
Commencing:
C. LEAVE
OF ABSENCE
1) Certified
Staff
a) Name: Tara Fear
Tenure Area: English
Reason: Unpaid FMLA
Commencing:
b) Name: Tara Fear
Tenure Area: English
Reason: Unpaid Child Rearing
Commencing:
c) Name: Lori Kessler
Tenure Area: Physical Education
Reason: Unpaid FMLA
Commencing:
d) Name: Lori Kessler
Tenure Area: Physical Education
Reason: Unpaid Child Rearing
Commencing:
e) Name: Robyn-Ellen Messare
Tenure Area: Music
Reason: Unpaid FMLA
Commencing:
f) Name: Robyn-Ellen Messare
Tenure Area: Music
Reason: Unpaid Child-Rearing
Commencing:
D. ABOLISHMENT
OF POSITION
1) Certified
Staff
a) Position: Academic
Administrator for ELA/Social Studies (Kindergarten-Grade 5)
No. of
Positions: 1.0
Commencing:
E. CREATION
OF POSITION
1) Certified
Staff
a) Position: Special
Education
No. of
Positions: 0.5
Commencing:
b) Position: Art/Music/Physical
Education
No. of
Positions: 0.5
Commencing:
F. CHANGE
OF EMPLOYMENT
1) Certified
Staff
a) Name: Diane Betzweiser
From
Position: Academic
Administrator for Science (Grades 6-8)
To
Position: Academic
Administrator for Science (Kindergarten-Grade 8)
Effective:
b) Name: Diane DeSilva
From
Position: Academic
Administrator for English Language Arts (Grades 6-8)
To
Position: Academic
Administrator for English Language Arts (Kindergarten-Grade 8)
Effective:
c) Name: Carrie Peverly
From
Position: Academic
Administrator for Mathematics (Grades 6-8)
To
Position: Academic
Administrator for Mathematics (Kindergarten-Grade 8)
Effective:
d) Name: Michael Gutchell
From
Position: Academic
Administrator for Social Studies (Grades 6-8)
To
Position: Academic
Administrator for Social Studies (Kindergarten-Grade 8)
Effective:
e) Name: Jill Gould
From
Position: Academic
Administrator for Mathematics/Science (Grades K-5)
To
Position: Academic
Administrator for Kindergarten-Grade 8 Programs
Effective:
G. APPOINTMENTS - (These
appointments are conditioned on the school district’s receipt of a clearance
for the employee from the State Education Department following a criminal
history records check in accordance with the provisions of Education Law §
3035).
1) Certified Staff
a) Name: Megan Beauchamp
Position: 1.0
Status: term
Commencing: first semester 2009-2010 school
year
Salary: $49,547/yr. (Step 5)
pro-rated
b) Name: Megan Beauchamp
Position: School Counselor
Commencing:
Salary: per diem up to fifteen
(15) days
c) Name: Jonathan Coleman
Position: 0.6
Status: term
Commencing:
Salary: $45,210/yr. (Step 2)
pro-rated
d) Name: Travis Dillabough
Position: 1.0
Status: term
Commencing: first semester 2009-2010 school
year
Salary: $42,327/yr. (Step 1)
pro-rated
e) Name: Elizabeth Fiorillo
Position: 1.0
Status: term
Commencing: first semester 2009-2010 school
year
Salary: $46,611/yr. (Step 3)
pro-rated, stipend pro-rated
f) Name: Nicole Narcavage
Position: 0.8
Status: term
Commencing:
Salary: $54,298/yr. (Step 8)
pro-rated
g) Name:
Tenure Area: Elementary
Status: 2 year Probationary
Commencing:
Salary: $78,324/yr. (Step 20)
h) Name: Audrey Kuhn
Tenure Area: Elementary
Status: 3 year Probationary
Commencing:
Salary: $45,210/yr. (Step 2)
i) Name: Ashley Stoddard
Tenure Area: Foreign Language
Status: 3 year Probationary
Commencing:
Salary: $43,851/yr. (Step 1)
j) Name: Daniel D’Amboise
Commencing:
Salary: per diem rate up to
five (5) days
k) Name: Michael Smith
Commencing:
Salary: per diem rate up to
seven (7) days
2) Classified Staff
a) Name: Jacalyn Geisel
Position: Teacher Aide (Special Education);
7 hrs./day, 10 mos./yr.
Status: Non-Competitive
Commencing:
Salary: *$16.00/hr. (Special
Education Aide Schedule, Step 2)
b) Name: Christine Klein
Position: School Monitor
(Elementary Cafeteria); 2 ½ hrs./day, 10 mos./yr.
Status: Labor
Commencing:
Salary: *$15.75/hr. (Cafeteria
Monitor Schedule, Step 4)
c) Name: Lisa LaDuke
Position: Teacher Aide (Special
Education); 6 ¼ hrs./day, 10 mos./yr.
Status: Probationary, Non-Competitive
Commencing:
Salary: *$16.00/hr. (Special
Education Aide Schedule, Step 2)
d) Name: Melissa Martin
Position: Teacher Aide (Special
Education); 6 hrs./day, 10 mos./yr.
Status: Probationary, Non-Competitive
Commencing:
Salary: *$16.00/hr. (Special
Education Aide Schedule, Step 2)
e) Name: Sandra Saia
Position: Teacher Aide (Special
Education); 6 ½ hrs./day, 10 mos./yr.
Status: Probationary, Non-Competitive
Commencing:
Salary: *$16.00/hr. (Special
Education Aide Schedule, Step 2)
f) Name: Michelle Schweda
Position: Teacher Aide (Special
Education); 6 ¼ hrs./day, 10 mos./yr.
Status: Probationary, Non-Competitive
Commencing:
Salary: *$16.00/hr. (Special
Education Aide Schedule, Step 2)
g) Name: Beverly Girard
Position: Typist
Commencing:
Salary: *$19.04/hr. (Clerical
Schedule, Group C, Step 5)
*pending
settlement of CSEA collective bargaining agreement
3)
Summer Work
a)
Summer Curriculum – see attached
b)
Summer Special Education Program – see
attached
c)
Coaching Appointments – see attached
4)
Elementary Instructional Coordinators –
see attached
5) DLST and District Administrative
Support Staff Salaries – see attached
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
h. Business Affairs
1) Bid
2) Adoption of Free and Reduced Price Policy
3) Approval of Agreement to Participate in
4) Intermunicipal Agreement with Questar III BOCES
5) Authorization
of Third Party Administrator Agreement for Tax Sheltered Annuities with Omni
Group
Discussion
Mrs.
Dr. William Acker had an inquiry related to the BOCES Questar III Intermunicipal Agreement.. Specifically, he inquired about the basis of the 8% increase. Ms. Wetmore replied that the change is in personnel who are assigned to do the work at Shenendehowa.
Dr. Acker also asked if we do any business with Questar III BOCES and will this be a conflict of interest. Ms. Wetmore indicated that we access some other services, such as state aid planning, however, this does not impact the ability to use them for internal functions. Dr. Robinson noted this arrangement has been cleared through the Comptrollers Office.
Mr. DiLallo asked if they participate
in
Mr. Mincher commented that he is
thrilled that Dr. Acker catches these items and brings them up at the Board
meetings.
Mrs. Janet Grey recommended that items h. 1-5 be “bundled” for
approval. A motion was made by Mrs.
Unanimously approved. Motion
carried.
6) Use of Cell Phones
7) Approval of Compensation and Fee Schedule
8) Use of District Credit Cards
Mrs. Janet Grey recommended that items h. 6-8 be “bundled” for
approval. Motion made by Mrs. Mary
Blaauboer, seconded by Dr. William Acker.
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
It was noted that the district’s cell phone provider is Nextel.
9) Approval of Facility Use Fees
Mr. Rick Mincher asked if the facility use fee schedule can be modified half way through the year. Dr. Robinson noted that Mrs. Amy Cullen closely monitor the facility use requests and modifications can be made as deemed appropriated. He also highlighted the schedule not reflect fees for the upgraded athletic fields and the pool. He noted that the intent is not to make profit, but to cover the main overhead costs, mainly labor in most cases.
Dr. William Acker asked about recovering costs in relation to the “group two” users. Dr. Robinson noted that the large majority of users fall under the Group One category. Mr. Gary DiLallo asked to clarify that in regards to school related groups, the costs incorporated into fees are additional to primary fees.
Mrs. Mary Blaauboer expressed her appreciation that there is such a system in place that residents and those outside of the district are able to use the facilities. She feels it promotes a strong sense of community and she is very grateful.
MOTION BY Mrs.
Unanimously approved, motion carried.
Dr. Robinson provided Mrs. Grey with a copy of the authorized press release from the White House about the impending visit of Vice President Biden. Mrs. Grey read the release.
Dr. Robinson noted that the Board of Education members will be receiving tickets to the event.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No additional public comments.
Mrs. Janet Grey noted to move into Executive Session to discuss
contractual issues.
Motion by Mr. Gary DiLallo, seconded by Mrs.
No actions were taken
in executive session.
Motion by Mrs.
9. ADJOURNMENT
It was noted that the Board retreat
will begin at
Respectfully submitted,
Vanessa N. Ford
Secretary to Clerk of the Board
Approved by: _____________________
Kathleen A. Wetmore
Clerk
of the Board