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APPROVED MINUTES PROPOSED JUNE 22, 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 Mrs. Donna Pflanz-May Mrs. Julia Bowers Mr. Rusty Storm Mrs. Eleanor Hamilton Mrs. Susan Pollock
ALSO Mr. Richard T. Stank, Interim Superintendent PRESENT: Mr. Michael Melamed, Interim Assistant Superintendent Ms. Diane Kalmen, School District Clerk Ms. Irina Pecheny, Central Business Office Mr. Charles Hutchinson, Assistant Principal, High School Mr. Gerardo Tagliaferri, Principal, Middle School Mrs. Kathy Hattala, English Teacher, High School, SVTA Representative Ms. Oneitta Ludwig, English Teacher, High School and SVTA President Ms. Maureen Kline, Director of Special Services (CSE) Mr. John Dancesia, Attendance Assistant Mr. Joel Wilson, Director of Health, P.E. and Athletics Mr. George Basler, Press & Sun-Bulletin Mr. Mike Chacanaco, Country Courier 6 residents, 1 student
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. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pflanz-May, to accept into record the attendance for the June 22, 2005 Regular Meeting of the Board of Education. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Middle School Word of the Month – Mrs. Young read the Middle School Word of the Month – "Reflection – Thinking carefully about opinions and choices."
APPROVAL OF MINUTESMrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Finch, to approve the minutes of the May 25, 2005 Budget Work Session of the Board of Education. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Mrs. Moriarty made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, to approve the minutes of the May 31, 2005 Special Meeting of the Board of Education. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bowers, to approve the minutes of the June 2, 2005 Special Meeting of the Board of Education. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
FINANCIAL REPORT – Mrs. Bishop made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the Board acknowledge receipt of the May financial reports. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
VOICE OF THE PUBLIC #1 (Agenda Items) – Ms. Mary Larkin voiced her support of the Saber Swim Club and having the Club's use of the District facilities renewed for the 2005-06 year. Ms. Larkin read a statement detailing how some of the swimmers have qualified for the Empire State Games, the Jr. Olympics, and a zone championship in Buffalo. Ms. Larkin stated that the Club pays the District a yearly fee and wears Sabers gear at all competitions. Ms. Larkin also stated that it will hurt the swimmers and the District if the Club is not allowed to use the District facilities next year.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT – Mr. Stank Instructional Leaves of Absence – Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bowers, that the following teachers be granted a medial leave of absence: Jennifer Gaffney Paid/Unpaid 9/6/05 – 2/1/06 Sick, FMLA Susan Ciaravino Paid/Unpaid 9/6/05 – 6/23/06 Sick, Personal, FMLA, Sick Bank Janet Scarinzi Paid 4/27/05 – 6/23/05 Sick Jody Sebura Butts Unpaid 9/1/05 – 6/30/06 Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Long-Term Substitute Teacher – Mrs. Bishop made a motion, seconded by Mr. Finch, that the appointment be approved of Colleen Goff as a certified long-term substitute teacher, assignment at the High School, during Janet Scarinzi's leave of absence, effective April 27 through the remainder of the 2004-05 school year, at a $134.96 per diem with no sick days or personal days. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Professional Services Agreement – Mrs. Moriarty made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that a professional services agreement with Southern Tier Independence Center be approved for Full Augmentative/Alternative Communication Assessment services at a total of $600, follow-up Training/Consultation at $75 per hour and Educator Training at $75 per hour, effective July 1, 2005, through June 30, 2006. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Medicaid Financial Management Services – Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that be it RESOLVED, that Susquehanna Valley School District agree to renew the contract with Kinney & Associates, Inc., to represent the District in preparation, submission, reconciliation of reimbursement claims resulting in the collection and reconciliation of Medicaid claims due Susquehanna CSD. This contract shall be effective July 1, 2005, through June 30, 2006, at an annual fee of $5,700. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
2004-05 Advisor Stipends – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that payment be approved for Krista Clapper, AV Coordinator, at a stipend of $1,050 for the 2004-05 school year. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Advisor Stipend – Correction – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that the following 2004-05 advisor stipends be paid as follows: Mathway to the Stars Andrea Gresko (Middle School) $1,400 Lorraine Buckley (High School) $700 Michael Pavlovich (High School) $700 Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
2005-06 CSE and CPSE Committees – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that the following resolutions be approved: CPSE Committee: RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent or the Superintendent's designee that qualified individuals shall be appointed to serve on the Committee on PreSchool Special Education for the 2005-2006 school year which in accordance with Federal and State law and regulations shall consist of: * District Representative who may include CPSE Chairperson, Director of Special Services and Assistant Superintendent: Maureen Kline * Parents * County Representative * Other persons having knowledge or expertise regarding the child * Special Education Teacher or Provider of the child * Regular Education Teacher of the child who is or may be receiving regular education * Appropriate professional for a child in transition from early intervention * Parent representative, unless waived by parent: Susan Sutton, Kevin Moriarty
CSE Committee: RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent or the SuperintendentÕs designee that qualified individuals shall be appointed to serve on the District Committee on Special Education for the 2005-2006 school year which in accordance with Federal and State law and Regulations shall consist of: * District Representative who may include Director of Special Services, school psychologist and Assistant Superintendent: Maureen Kline * School Psychologist: Herman Tio, Steven Decker, Christina Sampson * Special Education Teacher or Provider of the Child * Regular Education Teacher of the child who is or may receive regular education * Parent(s) of or persons in parental relationship to the child * School Physician, if requested * Parent Representative, unless waived by parent: Susan Sutton, Kevin Moriarty * Student, if appropriate * Other individuals who have knowledge or specific expertise of the child CSE Subcommittee: RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent or the SuperintendentÕs designee that qualified individuals shall be appointed to serve on the Subcommittee on Special Education for the 2005-2006 school year which in accordance with Federal and State law and Regulations shall consist of: * District Representative who may include Director of Special Services, school psychologist and Assistant Superintendent: Maureen Kline * School Psychologist: Herman Tio, Steven Decker, Christina Sampson * Evaluators: * Regular Education Teacher * Special Education Teacher or Provider * School Psychologist: Herman Tio, Steven Decker, Christina Sampson * District Representative, or person with knowledge or special expertise sufficient to fulfill the role: Maureen Kline * Other persons having knowledge or expertise regarding the child * Special Education Teacher or provider * Regular Education Teacher of the child who is or may be receiving regular education * Student, if appropriate * Parent(s) of or persons in parental relationship to the child Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Therapist Contracts – Mrs. Pollock made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the District enter into a contract with Donna Brink, duly certified, licensed, and insured occupational therapist in New York State for occupational therapy services at $55.00 per hour effective July 1, 2005, through June 30, 2006; and that the District enter into a contract with Laurie Buckley, duly certified, licensed, and insured physical therapist in New York State for physical therapy services at $55.00 per hour effective July 1, 2005, through June 30, 2006. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Extended Coaching Payments – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that the following coaches be paid for an extended coaching season: Dale Cook 2 weeks @ $120/week = $240 Mike Burke 1 week @ $120/week = $120 Robert Weingartner 2 weeks @ $120/week = $240 Ted Hudock 2 weeks @ $60/week = $120 Marion Foley 1 week @ $120/week = $120 Rick Cleary 1 week @ $60/week = $60 Seth Cosens 1 week @ $60/week = $60 Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
PDP Annual Plan – Mr. Tagliaferri reviewed the initiatives and updated targets of the PDP Annual Plan. Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that the Board of Education approve the District's 2005-06 Annual Professional Performance Plan as submitted and reviewed by the assistant superintendent. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses) Department Chairpersons Contract – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that the Susquehanna Valley Board of Education approve the funds for the contract between the District and the Susquehanna Valley Department Chairpersons for the school year July 1, 2004, through June 30, 2007. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Instructional Appointment – Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that the following emergency conditional appointment be approved based upon the 2003-04 salary schedule, subject to any increases due to negotiated contracts covering the periods 2004-05 and 2005-06, pending fingerprint clearance and criminal background check: Name 2005-06 Appointment Employment Date Salary Eligible for Tenure Julie Barber Middle School 9/6/05 $33,471 3 year probation 9/7/08 Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
2005-06 Coaching Appointments – Mr. Finch made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that the following coaching appointments be approved for the 2005-06 school year: 2005-06 School Sport and Level Coach Began Year Salary Head Varsity Girls Swimming & Diving Patricia Fian 2005-06 1st Year As Per Contract Assistant Varsity Girls Swimming Stephanie Lockwood 2005-06 1st Year As Per Contract Modified Girls Swim Doreen Jamba 2005-06 1st Year As Per Contract Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that this be held for discussion in Executive Session.
Wall of Donors – Mrs. Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bowers, that the following wall tile inscriptions be approved for the Wall of Donors: "ÒIn Loving Memory of Marion Mindemann" "In Loving Memory of Eric Kosnikowski, Class of 1992" Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Superintendent of Schools – Mrs. Bishop made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the commencement date for Carol S. Boyce, as Superintendent of Schools, be amended from July 5, 2005, to July 1, 2005, consistent with the terms of her contract. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT – Mr. Melamed Resignation – Bus Monitor – Mrs. Bowers made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that the resignation of Matroy McGhee, bus monitor, be accepted effective June 3, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Secretary – Second Provisional Appointment – Mrs. Pollock made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Bishop, that the reappointment of Tammie Manning to a second provisional position as Secretary, High School Guidance Office, at her current salary, be approved effective June 20, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Resignation – Teacher Aide/Special Ed. – Mrs. Bishop made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the resignation be approved of Ellen Hotchkiss, Teacher Aide, Spec. Ed., Brookside, effective June 23, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Senior Typist – Mrs. Moriarty made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that the contingent permanent appointment be approved of Ellen Hotchkiss, as senior typist, currently assigned to the High School, at the rate of $8.25 per hour, effective July 5, 2005. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
Substitute School Nurse – Mr. Finch made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the appointment be approved of Kara Zimmerman, as substitute school nurse, at a rate of $12.00 per hour, effective October 1, 2004, pending fingerprint clearance and criminal background check. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
School Nurse – Mrs. Moriarty made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the emergency conditional appointment be approved of Mary Monopoli, as school nurse, current assignment to be determined at a later date, at a rate of $13.36 per hour, effective August 19, 2005, pending fingerprint clearance and criminal background check. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses) SVTA Representative – Ms. Oneitta Ludwig reported that the SVTA mailed over 1,000 postcards and made 600 to 700 phone calls encouraging people to support the budget. Mrs. Young stated that no matter what the outcome of the vote is she would like to thank all the PTOs, PTAs, SVTA, SVESSA, and all the outside organizations that actively supported the budget.
SVESSA Representative – No Report Student Council Representative – No Report
CORRESPONDENCE – Thank you note received from Sharon Galli for awarding her the 2004-05 Distinguished Service Award.
COMMITTEE REPORTSLegislative Committee – No Report Health Committee – No Report New Board Member Committee – Mrs. Pflanz-May reported that the packet is ready. Committee on Public Relations – No Report School to Work Committee – No Report Strategic Planning Committee – Mrs. Pollock reported that the information has been sent out. Chem Free After Prom Committee – Mrs. Moriarty and Mr. Hutchinson reported that everything went well. Thank you to everyone who helped out.
VOICE OF THE ADMINISTRATORS – Mr. Wilson reported that the spring sports banquet was held on June 8. A community parade for the 2005 NYS Softball Champion SV Girls Varsity Softball team was held on June 14. The summer sports camps will be starting on June 27. Mr. Wilson thanked the Board for all their support in his first year here.
Mrs. Kline reported that they are winding down for this school year and gearing up for 2005-06.
Mr. Tagliaferri reported that the spring modified sports teams recognition program was held on June 2. Guest speakers were Tess Brown, Caitlin Cox, Chris Downey, Steve Gorgos, Pat Nickerson, Shannon Pease and Jordan Rozboril. A civil war night was held June 6 for the 7th grade. The middle school awards ceremony was held on June 7. Orientation for 5th-6th grade parents was held June 7. The locker clean up and ice cream socials were held June 9 for 6th grade, June 13 for 7th grade, and June 14 for 8th grade. The preliminary results for the intermediate Social Studies and Science tests look good. The results of the intermediate math test far exceeded the NCLB levels. There will be a pancake breakfast for staff on June 23.
Mr. Hutchinson reported that the senior awards night was held June 15. The prom and after prom party went well. Regents exams will be completed on June 23. The senior barbecue and graduation practice will be held June 23. Graduation is June 25.
OLD BUSINESS – None
NEW BUSINESS – None
VOICE OF THE PUBLIC #2 (Non-Agenda Items) – Mrs. Tina Price spoke regarding her concerns with the swimming coaching staff. Mrs. Price stated that the person at the helm needs to be a strong technical swimming coach.
Newspaper Clippings Reported On – Schools balance Regents, classes, Districts have different policies for state tests –Keaton Rood and Courtney Starzer pictured and quoted in article, Mark Browning, Guidance Counselor, also quoted. Band Pageant Results – Class AA Susquehanna Valley Concert Band fifth place and Parade fourth place. STAC Senior Showcase Softball Game Metro/Central Division – Shannon Pease, Rachael Palombo, Amanda Mills STAC Academic All-Stars – Chris Downey, baseball; Amanda Mills, softball; Steven Gorgos, tennis, Dan Kourliouros, boys track; Caitlin Cox, girls track. STAC All-Stars Softball East-Central All Conference – Becca Wiggins, Brittni Frantellizzi, Shannon Pease, Meghan Shager; Central All-Division – Kara Goros, Mary Grace, Amanda Mills. STAC All-Stars Tennis Central All-Division – Singles; Steve Gorgos, Keith Christiansen, Doubles; Scott Hartley/Jeremy McMichael. Schools drive home deadly lesson, Crash horrors make impact at Susquehanna Valley, OFA. STAC All-Star Baseball Team – Bill Reardon, Jake Urda, Joel Patch, Corey Ellsworth. Girls softball – Susquehanna Valley wins Class A title; SV snags 4th title, Wiggins' shutouts lead Sabers to "A" softball crown. Girls softball – Softball title stirs memories for SV's Cook, 2005 squad learned from former players. Girls softball – A parade for the champs, Team won state Class A title. It's fun and games – and learning, Teachers try for a mix of education and relaxation – pictures of Whitney Carter and Jonathan Stringer, Teddi Black, teacher at Donnelly and students Shawn Baldwin, Tashianna Stockton, and Natalie Murphy quoted in article. Top seniors optimistic, motivated, Dinner honors scholars from high schools in Broome, Tioga – Susquehanna Valley: Jamilynn Poletto, Valedictorian, and Brandi Carter, Salutatorian. List of 2005 SV graduates. A different kind of hard work – Watching parents prompts students to be first in families to go to college, picture and quotes – Mike Sisson. Student receives honors – Shane Thorn has been named an All-American Scholar in foreign language and band from the United States Achievement Academy. Principal, students honored – David Daniels, High School Principal, received the Outstanding Educator Award from the School-to-Careers Partnership and Nathan Studgeon was honored for his involvement in career-related programs, good citizenship, participation in community activities, and plans for post-secondary education.
Newspaper Clippings Submitted – Boys and Girls seed for the New York State track and field championship meet. Girls softball – Three for all, Trio of Section 4 teams in quest of state softball crowns – picture of Becca Wiggins. Girls softball – State title gives SV chance for payback. Results of the New York State track and field championship met. Allison Oczko named a United States National Award winner in band by the United States Achievement Academy. SV pupil contracts encephalitis – Parents advised to be aware of disease's symptoms. SUNY students receive awards – James Davern received the Non-Traditional Student Major Achievement Award from SUNY Cortland's Psychology Department. SV softball parade to be held June 14 to honor the girls varsity softball team. Budget hearing to be held June 14. Cutback threat concerns SV official, Contingency budget cuts forecast – Richard Stank, Interim Superintendent, and Kathy Schuster, retired teacher, quoted in article. Encephalitis victim released. Vandals spray-paint school – vandals spray-painted the exterior of SV High School. Anthony Ruffo, SV graduate, quoted in article about poker game in which Joe Nabywaniak was the big winner and donated his winnings to one of the families of the three construction workers killed in a crash on Interstate 81.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Finch made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamilton, that the Board of Education meet in Executive Session to discuss negotiations, personnel, and the held motion. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses) At 7:45 p.m. the Board recessed. At 8:02 p.m. the Board met in Executive Session. At 8:54 p.m. the Board recessed. At 9:20 p.m. the Board returned to Executive Session. At 9:50 p.m. the Board returned to Regular Session.
2005-06 Coaching Appointments – Upon vote the motion made by Mr. Finch, and seconded by Mrs. Moriarty, that the following coaching appointments be approved for the 2005-06 school year was approved unanimously (9 yeses): 2005-06 School Sport and Level Coach Began Year Salary Head Varsity Girls Swimming & Diving Patricia Fian 2005-06 1st Year As Per Contract Assistant Varsity Girls' Swimming Stephanie Lockwood 2005-06 1st Year As Per Contract Modified Girls Swim Doreen Jamba 2005-06 1st Year As Per Contract
MOTION TO ADJOURN – Mrs. Pflanz-May made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Pollock, that the meeting be adjourned. Upon vote the motion was approved unanimously. (9 yeses)
There being no further business, Mrs. Young adjourned the meeting at 9:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted,
Diane M. Kalmen School District Clerk |