|
APPROVED MINUTES PROPOSED APRIL 21, 2005 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF EDUCATION of the of the SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Held in the Senior High School, Room 11 Conklin, New York, County of Broome
MEMBERS Mrs. Janice Young PRESENT: Mrs. Christine Moriarty Mr. John Finch, Jr. Mrs. Alicia Bishop (arrived at 7:05 p.m., personal) Mrs. Donna Pflanz-May Mrs. Julia Bowers Mrs. Eleanor Hamilton Mrs. Susan Pollock
ABSENT: Mr. Rusty Storm (illness)
ALSO Mr. Richard T. Stank, Interim Superintendent PRESENT: Mr. Michael Melamed, Interim Assistant Superintendent Mr. Mark Gorgos, Legal Advisor to the Board Ms. Diane Kalmen, School District Clerk Ms. Irina Pecheny, Central Business Office Mr. Jim Hull, Public Information Specialist Mr. Joel Wilson, Director of Health, P.E. and Athletics Ms. Maureen Kline, Director of Special Services (CSE) Mr. David Daniels, High School Principal Mr. Charles Hutchinson, High School Assistant Principal Mr. Roland Doig, Middle School Assistant Principal Mr. Robert Callahan, Cedarhurst Principal Mrs. Joanne Simpson, Brookside Principal Ms. Mary Frances Charsky, Donnelly Principal Mr. Don Gerlach, Director of Technology Mr. Angelo Ranieri, Director of School Facilities Ms. Sharleen Vascello, Supervisor of Transportation Mr. Ed Cuthbert, Guidance Counselor, Middle School Mrs. Kathy Hattala, English Teacher, High School, SVTA Representative Ms. Kathleen Searing, English Teacher and Department Chair, High School Ms. Gina Rachmaninoff, Social Studies Teacher and Department Chair, Middle School Ms. Lorraine Buckley, Science Teacher and Department Chair, High School Mr. Richard Brice, Math Teacher, High School Ms. Natalie Brubaker, Administrative Intern 4 residents, 2 students
Mrs. Young, Board President, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the salute to the American flag.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE – Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Finch, to accept into record the attendance for the April 21, 2005 Regular Meeting of the Board of Education. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Middle School Word of the Month – Mrs. Young read the Middle School Word of the Month – "Considerate – being thoughtful of other people's wants and feelings."
APPROVAL OF MINUTESMrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, to approve the minutes of the April 6, 2005 Special Meeting of the Board of Education. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
VOICE OF THE PUBLIC #1 (Agenda Items) – Mr. Bob Callahan speaking on behalf of the administrators, Ms. Lorraine Buckley, Ms. Kathleen Searing, Mr. Ed Cuthbert spoke regarding their support of Gerardo Tagliaferri for the Superintendent's position.
FINANCIAL REPORT – Ms. Pecheny reported on the new debt schedule resulting from the bond refinancing. She reported that the savings to the district is substantial. Mr. Finch made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that the Board acknowledge receipt of the March financial reports. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT – Mr. Stank Presentation – Mr. Melamed gave a presentation on the School Report Cards/Preliminary ELA results.
Proposed 2005-06 Budget – Mrs. Pflanz-May made a motion, seconded by Mr. Finch, that proposed budget for the 2005-06 school year in the amount of $28,819,389 be adopted by the Board of Education and put before the public for approval on May 17, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Instructional Tenure – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that the following personnel be granted tenure in their respective tenure areas on the effective date indicated:
9/2/05 Ciotoli, Christine Elem., Pre-K-6 9/2/05 Raymond, Lisa Reading 9/2/05 Bell, Jodie Elem., Pre-K-6 9/2/05 Bittler, Jennifer Elem., Pre-K-6 9/2/05 Fuller, Barbara Music 9/2/05 Heslin, Brendan Elem., Pre-K-6 9/2/05 Marsh, Jesse Music 9/2/05 Nabywaniec, Katie Special Ed. 9/2/05 Bidwell, Karen Physical Ed. 9/2/05 Ford, Michael Physical Ed. 9/2/05 Holmberg, Eric Social Studies 9/2/05 Selby, Colleen Elem., Pre-K-6 9/2/05 Egan, William Physics 9/2/05 Browning, Diana Spanish 9/2/05 Clark, Patrick Social Studies 9/2/05 More, Kathleen Math 9/2/05 Zick, Julie Library Med. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Instructional Tenure Extensions – Mrs. Pollock made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pflanz-May, that the following instructional tenure dates be extended due to an unpaid leave of absence: Roxanne Terry 12/5/05 Tonia Warpus 11/8/05 Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Health Insurance Consortium Renewal – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that the Susquehanna Valley Central School District shall continue the Extension of Benefits agreement which continues health insurance benefits from April 1, 2005, through March 31, 2006. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Instructional Leave of Absence – Mrs. Pollock made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pflanz-May, that Donna Parkison, Brookside teacher, be granted a paid/unpaid maternity leave of absence, effective May 31, 2005 through February 27, 2006. She will use sick time and Family and Medical Leave. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Instructional Resignation – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mr. Finch, that the resignation of Stephanie Semple, High School special education teacher, be accepted effective July 1, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Cedarhurst Remedial Work – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that be it RESOLVED, that the Board of Education declares that the environmental remediation work undertaken at the Cedarhurst Elementary building in March and April of 2005 be deemed to be a circumstance constituting a public emergency for purposes of Section 103 (4) of the General Municipal Law and that the competitive bidding process normally required under Section 103 (1) of the general Municipal Law be deemed inapplicable to the remediation process. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Mr. Stank reported that the lottery for the order of the Board candidates on the ballot was held on Tuesday, April 19. The order will be: Mary Haskell Willis Vermilya John Finch Holly Finch Kevin McGuigan Donna Pflanz-May John Pollock
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT – Mr. Melamed Substitute School Nurse – Payrate Change – Mr. Finch made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that Cathy McGowan, substitute school nurse, be paid at an hourly rate of $13.36 per hour, effective February 1, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
Leave of Absence – Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bowers, that Karen Phelps, food service helper, High School, be granted an unpaid medical leave of absence from April 2, 2005, through April 20, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
SVTA Representative – No Report SVESSA Representative – No Report Student Council Representative – No Report
CORRESPONDENCE – None
COMMITTEE REPORTSLegislative Committee – No Report Health Committee – Mrs. Young reported that the next meeting is scheduled for May 13. New Board Member Committee – Mrs. Pflanz-May reported that the last meeting had to be cancelled and will be rescheduled. Mr. Stank reported that Meet the Candidates Night is scheduled for May 11. Committee on Public Relations – No Report School to Work Committee – No Report Strategic Planning Committee – Mrs. Pollock reported that everything has been given to Karen to type and the Board should be receiving the Plan shortly. Chem Free After Prom Committee – Mrs. Pflanz-May reported on the upcoming fundraisers: Gateway Welcome Center May 20-22; 50/50 raffle at Jimays Flea Market May 1, 15, and 22. Donations for prizes are being accepted from businesses.
VOICE OF THE ADMINISTRATORS – Ms. Charsky reported on events at Donnelly. The art show/ice cream social will be held April 22, the 4th grade band will be performing at the social. The All-Elementary District Concert was held last night. The PTA is having a book fair. Donnelly is conducting a fundraiser for their sister school.
Mrs. Simpson reported on events at Brookside. Last night was the All-Elementary District Concert, Mrs. Simpson recognized Gail Markstein for all her hard work putting the concert together. A poetry recitation will be held on April 27. Mrs. Simpson also reported on kindergarten registration.
Mrs. Kline reported that everything is going well in Special Education, they are getting ready for exams and the next school year.
Mr. Wilson reported, as the new chair of the Health and Safety Committee, that there will be a meeting on Thursday, April 28 at Cedarhurst regarding the Jennings Report on the air quality situation at Cedarhurst. Mr. Wilson also reported that spring sports are going well.
Mr. Doig thanked Mrs. Vascello for providing a bus so that the contributions for the flood relief victims that the Peer Mediators collected could be delivered. Mr. Doig also reported that the JR Team had a successful Texas Roadhouse fundraiser.
Mr. Callahan reported on the Relay for Life basketball game fundraiser. Mr. Callahan also reported on kindergarten registration. The 5th grade class had a presentation from a beekeeper, and the 2nd grade class had a presentation on banking. Mr. Callahan also reported on the exams that are coming up. The PTA is sponsoring a dance. On April 28 Bill Grace will be presenting a "Getting Fit" program for grades 3, 4, and 5. The All-Elementary District Concert was held last night. Cedarhurst volunteers were recognized last week, staff will be recognized the first week in May. Mr. Callahan reported on the 5th grade trip to Philadelphia. Kindergarten and 5th grade orientation will be taking place.
Mr. Daniels reported that Jen Work will be the recipient of the NYS Lottery Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship. The high school has had fundraisers for the flood victims. Mr. Daniels also reported on the senior trip and a trip being taken by another group of students to Washington, D.C..
Mrs. Young reported that Mr. Daniels will be receiving the School-to-Careers 2005 Outstanding Educator Award.
Mrs. Bowers thanked everyone for their support of the Texas Roadhouse fundraiser.
Mr. Stank complimented the elementary students on the outstanding concert last night.
OLD BUSINESS – Mrs. Rader spoke regarding superintendent negotiations, stating that in her experience on the Board that one person from each term negotiated the Superintendent's contract and not the whole Board. Mrs. Rader also commented on the superintendent search, stating that this is a very difficult time in the District and the Board needs to act as a team in selecting the new superintendent.
NEW BUSINESS – Mr. Gorgos reviewed the campaign filing requirements for the Board candidates in attendance.
Mrs. Moriarty asked about putting a student representative on the Board. This had been discussed last year. A referendum would have to be put before the voters to get this approved. Mr. Gorgos replied that it is too late to put this before the voters at the budget vote. Mrs. Young suggested discussing this for next year.
Newspaper Clippings Submitted – School's air quality crisis eases, Officials address Cedarhurst ventilation issues. Boys baseball – SV 9, CF 6. Boys tennis – SV 4, JC 3. Girls softball – SV's Wiggins fans 19 in a no-hitter; SV 22, Norwich 0. Boys baseball – SV 14, Norwich 3. Girls Track and Field Preview. Girls softball – SV's Wiggins tosses another near perfect no-hitter; SV 7, CF 0. How many chiefs does it take to run a quality school, Efficiency of districts questioned. Girls softball – Wiggins' cool hand sends SV by Windsor; SV 5, Windsor, 2. Boys tennis – 3-set victories help Windsor edge SV; Windsor 4, SV 3. Boys baseball – Windsor 16, SV 4. Boys baseball – Owego 2, SV 1. Girls track and field – Laviska's 3 wins lead SV girls past CV; SV 71, CV 70. Boys track and field – SV 75, CV 66. Boys baseball – CV 7, SV 2. Girls softball – Pease's homer powers SV's victory over CV; SV 3, CV 1. Boys tennis – ME 5, SV 2. Girls track and field – SV 76, Owego 65. Boys track and field – SV 72 1/2, Owego 68 1/2. Girls softball – SV 3, SCC 0. Boys tennis – Owego 4, SV 3. Boys baseball – JC 19, SV 11. Girls track and field – SV 94, JC 47. Boys track and field – SV rules in field events to beat JC; SV 71, JC 69. Faceless leaders, Softball catchers in charge on the field – picture of Brittni Frantellizzi
VOICE OF THE PUBLIC #2 (Non-Agenda Items) – No Comments
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Finch made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bowers, that the Board of Education meet in Executive Session to discuss negotiations and personnel. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses) At 7:47 p.m. the Board recessed. At 8:07 p.m. the Board met in Executive Session. At 8:36 p.m. the Board returned to Regular Session.
Mrs. Pollock made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that the Board of Education meet in Executive Session to discuss the superintendent search. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses) At 8:37 p.m. the Board met in Executive Session. At 10:23 p.m. the Board returned to Regular Session.
MOTION TO ADJOURN – Mrs. Pflanz-May made a motion, seconded by Mr. Finch, that the meeting be adjourned. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (8 yeses)
There being no further business, Mrs. Young adjourned the meeting at 10:24 p.m. Respectfully submitted,
Diane M. Kalmen School District Clerk |