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7/9/2007 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION RE-ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING MONDAY, JULY 9, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT:

Kim Myers Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Joan Miller Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Paul Taylor Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood Phyllis Wiley David Hanson Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara Paul Stroud District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Shoba Agneshwar About 6 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:31 PM by Superintendent Mark Capobianco in the Board Room #001-08 of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

The oaths of office were administered by Michael Sherwood for re-elected board members Phyllis Wiley and #002-08 Shoba Agneshwar, and newly-elected board member David Hanson. Oaths of Office

Shoba Agneshwar nominated Kim Myers for Board President, second by Joan Miller. There were no more #003-08 nominations. Paper ballots were distributed. The vote was 8 for Kim Myers and 1 for Joan Miller. Those Election of President members voting for Kim Myers were: Shoba Agneshwar, Kim Myers, Paul Taylor, Nora Hickey, Michon Stuart, Paul Stroud, Joan Miller and Phyllis Wiley. David Hanson voted for Joan Miller. Kim Myers was elected President for the 2007-2008 school year.

The oath of office was administered to the newly elected President of the Board of Education. The President #004-08 assumed the chair. Oath of Office-President

Joan Miller nominated Shoba Agneshwar for Board Vice-President, second by Nora Hickey. Paul Stroud #005-08 nominated Phyllis Wiley for Board Vice-President, second by Michon Stuart. There were no more Election of Vice-President nominations. Paper ballots were distributed. The vote was 5 for Phyllis Wiley and 4 for Shoba Agneshwar. Those members voting for Phyllis Wiley were: Michon Stuart, Phyllis Wiley, David Hanson, Paul Stroud and Paul Taylor. Those members voting for Shoba Agneshwar were: Nora Hickey, Shoba Agneshwar, Kim Myers, and Joan Miller. Phyllis Wiley was elected Vice-President for the 2007-2008 school year.

The oath of office was administered to the newly elected Vice-President of the Board of Education. #006-08 Oath of Office-Vice- President

On motion made by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #007-08 appointments for the 2007-08 school year: Appointment of Officers: Kay Ellis as District Clerk, with a recommended stipend of $3,591. The oath of office was District Clerk administered to Kay Ellis. Kathleen Loveland as Board of Education Clerical Support for 2007-2008 school year, with a Board of Education Clerical recommended stipend of $2,394. Support John Harvey as District Treasurer. District Treasurer Vincent Smith as Deputy Treasurer. Deputy Treasurer

1 7/9/2007 M&T Bank (Marcella Kalka) as District Collector of Taxes. District Collector of Taxes Dr. Wieslaw Piller as School Physician, with a stipend of $55,436. School Physician Michael Sherwood as Legal Counsel, with a stipend of $45,261. Legal Counsel

Michael Sherwood as Designated Hearing Officer, with a stipend of $10.179. Designated Hearing Officer

Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) for 2007-2008 school year: Committee on Preschool Administrator who serves as the representative of the school district and Committee Chair: Anne Special Education Tristan Jerold Etingoff, Paul Sanna, F. James Stanek, James Lucenti, Cathy Willis A Regular Education Teacher of the child, if appropriate A Special Education Teacher of the child, if appropriate A professional who participated in the evaluation of the child Representative of the Early Intervention program, if appropriate Representative of Broome County: James Purtell (or designee) Representative of Tioga County: Tina Cargill (or designee) Parents of Children With Disabilities (rotating): Shari Bobal Alice Ellison Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller Janie Steinmetz Charlie Boots Renee Smith Michele Ackerman Linda Azersky Esther Frustino Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien Linda Safford Susan Schapiro Christine Schultz Jennifer Schutzer Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai Cynthia Sargent-Karis

First Committee on Special Education (CSE) for 2007-2008 school year: First Committee on Special Administrator who serves as the representative of the district and Committee Chair: Anne Tristan Education Jerold Etingoff, Paul Sanna, James Lucenti and F. James Stanek, Cathy Willis A regular Education Teacher of the student, if appropriate A Special Education Teacher of the student, if appropriate School Psychologist: Tamara Findikyna, Lisa Paultre, Paul Sanna, Susan Silvestri, James Lucenti Dr. Wieslaw Piller, School Physician School Nurse of the student, if appropriate Parent of Child with Disabilities (rotating) Shari Bobal Alice Ellison Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller Janie Steinmetz Charlie Boots Renee Smith Michele Ackerman Linda Azersky Esther Frustino Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien Linda Safford Susan Schapiro Christine Schultz Jennifer Schutzer Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai Cynthia Sargent-Karis

2 7/9/2007 Second Committee on Special Education (CSE) for 2007-2008 school year: Second Committee on Administrator who serves as representative of the district and Committee Chair: James Lucenti Special Education A regular Teacher specific to the student under consideration and different from the teacher member on the first committee A Special Education Teacher specific to the student under consideration and different from the teacher member on the first committee School Psychologist: Tamara Findikyan, Lisa Paultre, Paul Sanna, Susan Silvestri, James Lucenti Dr. Wieslaw Piller, School Physician Parent of a Child with Disabilities (rotating): Shari Bobal Alice Ellison Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller Carol Zelno Janie Steinmetz Charlie Boots Esther Frustino Renee Smith Michele Ackerman Linda Azersky Karen Cordi Susanne Fedor Carol Lethin Laura Lindsley Kathryn O’Brien Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie Lynn Polman Ann Marie Purdy Linda Safford Susan Schapiro Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens Bonnie Zisko

Vestal Comprehensive Health and Wellness Committee for the 2007-2008 school year: Vestal Comprehensive Annamary Allen Director of Special Services Health and Wellness Deborah Caddick High School Assistant Principal Committee LuAnn Conroy Parent Jerold Etingoff Community Volunteer Officer Edward Golluscio Vestal Police Department Deborah Griesinger Glenwood Elementary Principal Catherine Hepler Vestal High School Principal Gretta Immerman Southern Tier AIDS Program Michael Joyce Teacher Anna Kurkoski Community Volunteer Officer Joella Luchun Vestal Police Department-DARE Officer Beverly Ochiai School Nurse Teacher Lisa Paultre School Psychologist Dr. Wieslaw Piller School Physician Linda Quilty SAAD Advisor Melissa Restuccia Teacher/Senior Class Advisor Merryl Wallach Pupil Personnel Specialist Kelly Mendsen Student Marita Florini Parent Nick Zakrajsek School Resource Officer Lt. John Taylor Vestal Police Department

Piaker & Lyons as Independent Auditor, at a fee of no more than $17,500. Independent Auditor Diane Valky as Internal Claims Auditor. Internal Claims Auditor Jessica Raymond as Deputy Internal Claims Auditor. Deputy Internal Claims Auditor Hogan, Sarzynski, Lynch, Surowka & DeWind, LLP as Employee Relations Counsel, with a Employee Relations retainer of $42,000. Counsel Michael Fenn as Financial Auditor. Financial Auditor

On motion made by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #008-08 designations for the 2007-08 school year: Depositories Depositories for School Funds, as recommended by the Administration:

3 7/9/2007 M&T Bank General Fund Trust and Agency Payroll School Lunch Federal Funds & Grants Ross Corners Capital Debt Service Fund Expendable Trust Non-Expendable Trust Insurance Reserve Fund Capital Project Funds Investment of District Funds CHASE BANK Investment of District Funds PARTNERS TRUST Investment of District Funds TIOGA STATE Investment of District Funds HSBC Investment of District Funds

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following Establish Dates, Time, and resolution: Place of Board of Education RESOLVED, that the Board sets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 PM in the Administration Building as the Meetings usual Business Meeting of the Board for the 2007-08 school year. The 2nd Tuesday of the month will usually be considered to be a regular meeting for the purpose of special presentations, as well as immediate business. This meeting shall be held at 6PM every other month beginning September 2007, or as need arises.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following Establish Board Liaisons resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board establishes the following liaison positions for the 2007-08 school year: 1. Broome-Tioga School Boards Association Legislative Committee Representative: Michon Stuart Alternate: Joan Miller 2. High School Student Government: Kim Myers 3. District Planning Group: Michon Stuart Alternate: Paul Stroud 4. School Liaisons ARE: Paul Stroud CA: Michon Stuart GLE: Paul Taylor, Phyllis Wiley TH: Nora Hickey VH: David Hanson VMS: Shoba Agneshwar, Paul Taylor VSH: Kim Myers District Council: Shoba Angeshwar 5. Town Liaison: Paul Stroud, Kim Myers 6. *Audit Committee: Phyllis Wiley, Shoba Agneshwar, David Hanson 7. Consolidation Planning Committee: Nora Hickey, Michon Stuart 8. District Wide School Safety Team: Joan Miller *members will be rotated annually

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following Cooperative Health resolution: Insurance Board Trustee RESOLVED, that the Board appoint Michon Stuart as Trustee and Paul Stroud, Paul Taylor and David and Alternate Hanson as Alternates to the Cooperative Health Insurance Board.

On motion made by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #009-08 following management resolutions for the 2007-08 school year: Management Resolutions

4 7/9/2007 Mark Capobianco, Payroll Certification Officer Payroll Elaine Pilotti, Purchasing Officer Purchasing Officer Superintendent of Schools as Approving Officer for Attendance at Conferences, Workshops and Attendance at Conferences, Conventions Workshops and Conventions Petty cash accounts and provide the persons noted as signatories for these accounts: Petty Cash Accounts Vestal Senior High Catherine Hepler $100 Vestal Middle School Ann Loose $100 African Road Elementary Joanne Mitchell $100 Clayton Avenue Elementary Kathryn Knapp $100 Glenwood Deborah Griesinger $100 Tioga Hills Carol Nolan $100 Vestal Hills Therese Mastro $100 Transportation Roger Warren $100 Receiving Elaine Pilotti $ 50 Administration Elaine Pilotti $100 Food Service Mark Bordeau $100

Authorization to sign official papers by the President or Vice-President in absence of the Authorization to Sign President of the Board and authorization to sign all federal grant applications by the Official Documents Superintendent. Authorization to sign all checks to the District Treasurer, including payroll. Designation of Authorized Signatures in Checks Authorization to Transfer Funds according to Board Policy #5330. Authorization to Transfer Funds Authorization to participate in other governmental agency purchasing agreements, bids and other Authorization of Purchasing purchasing contracts when it is determined to be in the best interest of the school district during Officer the 2007-2008 school year.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #010-08 resolution for the 2007-08 school year: Bonding of Certain Officers A blanket bond of $100,000 shall cover each District employee. The position of District Treasurer shall be covered by an excess indemnity bond of $1,000,000 in addition to the $100,000 blanket bond. The position of Tax Collector shall be covered by an excess indemnity bond of $1,000,000 in addition to the $100,000 blanket bond.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #011-08 resolution for the 2007-08 school year: By-Laws, Policies, To continue the By-Laws, Policies, Resolutions and Regulations during the 2007-08 school year. Resolutions and Regulations

None. #012-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #013-08 meeting of June 26, 2007 as written. Approval of Minutes

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: #014-08 --Liaisons: Michon reported the Vestal Marching Band attended a workshop 6/29 at Giants Stadium. Reports --NYSSBA Annual Convention voting delegate will be Michon Stuart. --Dates for BOE development meetings were discussed. July 19th, July 27th, August 13th and August 16th are options. Members were asked to check their schedules and respond to Kim.

Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: -- Capital Project: Tours of SH pool area and Hoover Stadium will be held 8/8 at 8:00am and 4:30pm --Rededication of Hoover Stadium tentatively scheduled for the morning of August 25th. --Keith Olivet reported on the distribution of the allocations added to various expenditure codes.

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Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --Student body representatives will be meeting in August, developing plans for dances/pep rallies.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule E- #015-08 Enrollment, and Schedule F- Travel and Conference, and Schedule G-Superintendent’s Transfers; and to Acceptance/Approval of approve Schedule I-Board Transfers and Schedule P-Personnel Changes. Schedules E, F, G, I, and P

Under Schedule P the following changes were made:

SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: CERT PROBATIONARY TENURE NAME POSITION TENURE AREA (Exp Date) DATE DATE SALARY Academic: *Dantoush, Natalie English Teacher English Pending 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Special Subject: *Rhode, Melinda Music Teacher Music Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Special Subject: *Schmidt, Brenda Music Teacher Music Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: CERT PROBATIONARY TENURE NAME POSITION TENURE AREA (Exp Date) DATE DATE SALARY Academic: Dantoush, Natalie English Teacher English Pending 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Special Subject: Rhode, Melinda Music Teacher Music Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Special Subject: Schmidt, Brenda Music Teacher Music Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD

SCHEDULE IP 4A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): INSTRUCTIONAL EFFECTIVE NAME LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE DATE REMARKS *Bongiorno, Susan Elementary Provisional MS 9/1/07 *Williams, Emily Elementary/Reading Provisional MS 9/1/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

REINSTATEMENTS FOR 2007-08: Osterhout-Babicek, Elem/English/Math Heather Science/Soc St/Tchg Asst None Rynick, Carleen Registered Nurse RN

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SCHEDULE IP 4A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES

The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): INSTRUCTIONAL EFFECTIVE NAME LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE DATE REMARKS Bongiorno, Susan Elementary Provisional MS 9/1/07 Williams, Emily Elementary/Reading Provisional MS 9/1/07

SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Root, Dennise Temporary Custodian District 6/27/07 Remains Bus Driver

SCHEDULE NIP 6 PROMOTIONAL APPOINTMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROMOTIONAL APPOINTMENT: PROBATIONARY NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Kushner, Kimberly Cook/Manager Clayton Avenue 9/1/07-11/22/07 $12,232 12 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Jephson, Brent Custodian PT/S 7/10/07 Repinecz, Gerlinde Temporary Custodian 7/9/07-9/28/07 Walter, Daniel Temporary Custodian 7/9/07-9/21/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Jephson, Brent Custodian PT/S 7/10/07

SCHEDULE NIP 10 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON- INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REASON Concurrent with probationary period Kushner, Kimberly Cook African Rd/Middle 9/1/07-11/22/07 as Cook/Manager, Clayton Avenue School

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On a motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #016-08 resolution: Appointment of Extra- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District make the following Curricular Activities appointments: Officer Donna Harrington as Senior High School Central Treasurer for 2007-08 at a stipend of $2,730, and as Vestal Middle School Central Treasurer for 2007-08 at a stipend of $1,134.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #017-08 resolution: Special Education WHEREAS, the Individual with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and Part 200 of the Regulations of the Mediation Representatives Commissioner of Education of New York State allows school districts to enter into mediation upon the request of parent or guardian or voluntarily enter into mediation upon its own initiative, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Vestal Central School District appoints Anne Tristan, James Lucenti and Susan Silvestri as the district’s representatives to participate in any mediation activity that results from Special Education program disputes.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #018-08 resolution: List of Impartial Hearing RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the following persons certified by the Commissioner of Officers Education to serve as Impartial Hearing Officers for Special Education related cases and placed on file in the office of the chairman of the Committee on Special Education (listed in order to contact):

Joan B. Alexander Stuart Bauchner Robert Briglio Paul Bumbalo Maryanne Dimeo Rivona Ehrenreich Craig Hill George Kandilakis Martin Kehoe III Michael Lazan Edward Luban David Mancuso James McKeever Joseph Quinn Kenneth S. Ritzenberg Jerome Schad Leonard Edward Sienko Jr. Craig Tessler Aaron Turetsky James Walsh Joel Ziev

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #019-08 resolution: Fees For Use of Facilities RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the attached schedule of fees to be charged for use of facilities by outside and community organizations, effective July 1, 2007.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #020-08 resolution: Amended Contract with RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an G&E Therapies amended contract with Therapeeds Physical Therapy of Upstate New York, PLLC, d.b.a. G & E Therapies for occupational and physical therapy services at a cost of $65.00 per hour for therapist services and $45.00 for assistant services, beginning July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008.

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #021-08 resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional Appointment appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning July 10, 2007 or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Catrina Baird, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #022-08 resolution: Declaration of Obsolete RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare the Materials attached list of materials as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these materials in accordance with Board Policy No. 5250.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve amended policy #023-08 #7310; Code of Conduct. Review and Approval of Amended Policy #7310; The Board reviewed the proposed amendment of Policy 7511; Immunization of Students. Review of Proposed Amendment of Policy #7511

None. #024-08 Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows: #025-08 Future Meetings Thursday, July 19, 2007 – Board Development Workshop Staff Development Room – Administration Building 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Tuesday, July 24, 2007 - @ 6:00 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, August 14, 2007 - @ 7 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board vote 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #026-08 Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Executive Session Preschool Special Education, negotiations, and a legal matter.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #027-08 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:25PM.

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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9 VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION

Monday, July 9, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers – President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley – Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Angeshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Nora Hickey Special Education Director Anne Tristan-excused at 8:02PM Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 8:00PM in the Board Conference Room. Recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education, Committee on Special Education and 504 Committee, including annual reviews, were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 8 students.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 60 students.

The Board then discussed negotiations and a legal matter.

The Board returned to Open Session at 8:25PM.

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING Thursday, July 19, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey David Hanson Paul Stroud Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Taylor Joan Miller Approximately 7 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order in Executive Session at 6:05PM by President Kim Myers in the #027-08 Staff Development Room of the Administration Building. Call to Order

Richard Bucci was introduced as the facilitator of the workshop. He explained the structure of the #028-08 workshop using the SMART system for goal setting. The board came to consensus on a Code of Workshop Conduct. Seven priorities were identified. Two of the priorities were further examined. Another workshop was scheduled for August 14th at 5:00pm.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn #029-08 immediately. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:10PM.

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, July 24, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 8:20 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed a legal matter.

The Board returned to Open Session at 9:30 PM.

______Kathleen Loveland Clerk Pro Tem

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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, July 24, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson – arrived 6:05 PM Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland Paul Taylor – arrived 6:13 PM Joan Miller About 10 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:02 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference #030-08 Room of the Administration Building. The Board entered immediately into Executive Session to hear Call to Order into Executive an appeal to a Superintendent’s Suspension decision and to discuss recommendations from the Session Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to appoint Kathleen #031-08 Loveland as Clerk Pro Tem. Appointment of Clerk Pro Tem

The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:10 PM.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #032-08 minutes of the July 7, 2007 and July 19, 2007 meetings. Approval of Minutes

None. #033-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

Michon Stuart complimented Regina Felice on the most recent newsletter. #034-08 Reports Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: Michael Sherwood introduced Michael Maciak (developer), Lillian Levy (attorney), and Matt Napierala (engineer) to speak about a proposed purchase of district property. Further discussion will be held on the subject.

There was a significant water main break at the Senior High School about 10 days ago; Mr. Capobianco thanked the Town for its invaluable assistance with the situation. He will write a letter of thanks to Town Supervisor Peter Andreasen.

Mary Surdey reported on the status of recruitment for open positions. A question was raised about the need to increase the Teacher Mentor program this year. Ms. Surdey will take that under advisement.

Mr. Capobianco discussed the situation regarding the Ticket Manager and Auditorium Manager positions. The ticket manager position falls under the VTA contract and that bargaining unit will need to be approached about expanding that position. The auditorium manager position will be a new position.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A #035-08 (Treasurer’s Report-June), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-June), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Acceptance/Approval of Report-June), and Schedule C (Bills-June); and approve Schedule H (Bid Award: Obsolete Schedules A, B1, B3, C, H, I, Playground Equipment), Schedule I (Board Transfers) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes). and P

NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Cook, Denise Special Education Teacher Special Subject 7/10/07 Other Employment Tenure Area: Special Education Dake, Sarah Substitute Teacher 7/9/07 Other employment Green, Elizabeth Substitute Teacher 7/10/07 Other employment Kizis, Christopher Substitute Teacher 7/17/07 Other employment Kunzman, Lora Substitute Teacher 7/16/07 Other employment Miller, Rachael Special Education Teacher Special Subject 9/1/07 Other employment Tenure Area: Special Education

SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE CERTIFICATE PROBATIONARY TENURE SALARY REMARKS AREA (EXP. DATE) DATE DATE * Calvasina- Physical Special Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Novotny, Edcuation Subject Jennifer Teacher Tenure Area: Physical Education

Cusano, Special Special Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Jennifer Education Subject Teacher Tenure Area: Special Education

* Schmidt, Music Special Pending 9/1/07-6/30/07 9/1/10 TBD Brenda Teacher Subject Tenure Area: Music *pending fingerprint clearance

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NAME POSITION TENURE CERTIFICATE PROBATIONARY TENURE SALARY REMARKS AREA (EXP. DATE) DATE DATE Calvasina- Physical Special Initial 9/1/07-6/30/10 9/1/10 TBD Novotny, Edcuation Subject Jennifer Teacher Tenure Area: Physical Education

Schmidt, Music Special Pending 9/1/07-6/30/07 9/1/10 TBD Brenda Teacher Subject Tenure Area: Music

SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES):

NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Mandeville, Laurie Elementary Perm BS 9/1/07 Reinstatement

SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL (ABOVE CONTRACT) The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (OTHER): AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND APPROVED NAME INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHELTIC POSITIONS Football: Varsity Fall Season VOLUNTEER 7/24/07 Angelo, John Football: Varsity Fall Season VOLUNTEER 7/24/07 Smith, Jeffrey Football: Varsity Fall Season VOLUNTEER 7/24/07 Talbut, Michael

INTRAMURALS Senior High Fall (Session 1) 550.00 7/24/07 Osinski, David Senior High Fall (Session 2) 550.00 7/24/07 Osinski, David

MUSIC All Seasons Sports 5,000.00 7/24/07 Lewis, Jonathan (co) Band Director All Seasons Sports 1,543.00 7/24/07 * Medina, Edward (co) Band Director All Seasons Sports 1,041.00 7/24/07 Conigliaro, Michael (co) Band Asst. Director All Seasons Sports 1,042.00 7/24/07 Crissman, Robert (co) Band Asst. Director All Seasons Sports 1,041.00 7/24/07 Gensler, Becky (co) Band Asst. Director Brass & Winds Senior High 800.00 7/24/07 Dowches, Mark (co) Brass & Winds Senior High 500.00 7/24/07 Lewis, Beth (co) Drill Instructor Senior High 700.00 7/24/07 Kotski, Jennifer (co) Drill Instructor Senior High 800.00 7/24/07 Lewis, James (co)

3 * pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED All Seasons Sports Band 1,543.00 4/9/07 Medina, Edward 7/24/07 Director (co)

SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Konen, Kathleen Bus Attendant Transportation 7/12/07 Personal reasons Tobbe, Sharon Food Service Helper District-wide 7/13/07 Remains Bus Driver

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS * York, Mary Ann Teacher Aide PT/S 9/1/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGE IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKS Price, Diane Food Service Helper PT District Wide To Food Service Helper PT 9/1/07 (3.0 hrs/day) (3.5 hrs/day) Tioga Hills

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #036-08 following resolution: Initial Purchase of BOCES WHEREAS, on April 17, 2007, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed Services to participate in BOCES services for the 2007-08 fiscal year, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to sign the initial contract for purchases.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #037-08 following resolution: Change Order Number HVAC- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order #HVAC-02 for Evans Mechanical 2; Elementary Schools for labor and materials to flash roof curbs at new openings at Vestal Hills in the amount of $7,442.00.

4 On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #038-08 following resolution: Change Order Number SW-6; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW-6 for Boland Excavation & Vestal Stadium Project Topsoil, Inc. for the remaining allowance of monies not used on this project in the amount of (642.04).

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #039-08 resolution: Vestal Facilities Project – Fahs Construction – Senior High Senior High Addition/Alterations 03-16-01-06-0-001-010

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with Fahs Construction Group for General Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #040-08 following resolution: Vestal Facilities Project – James L. Lewis – Senior High Senior High Addition/Alterations 03-16-01-06-0-001-010

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with James L. Lewis, Inc. for Mechanical Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #041-08 following resolution: Vestal Facilities Project – James L. Lewis – Senior High Senior High Addition/Alterations 03-16-01-06-0-001-010

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with James L. Lewis for Plumbing Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #042-08 following resolution: Vestal Facilities Project – Matco Electric Corporation – Senior Senior High Addition/Alterations 03-16-01-06-0-001-010 High

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with Matco Electronic Corporation for Electrical Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #043-08 resolution: Contract with Kelly Services, RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education enter into an agreement Inc. with Kelly Services Inc. covering the provision of substitute food service staff at various locations within the District, beginning July 25, 2007 as specified in the attached contract.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #044-08 following resolution: School Lunch Policy RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District approve the School Lunch Free and Reduced Policy for the 2007-08 academic year as per the attached.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #045-08 resolution: Vestal Facilities Project – Weathermaster Roofing Co. Vestal Hills 03-16-01-06-0-011-004 Vestal Hills

RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign agreements with Weathermaster Roofing Co, Inc. for Roofing Construction as listed, per bid specifications.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #046-08 5 following resolution: Textbook Adoption RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbooks for use at a non-public school in the district, as detailed in the attached memorandum: Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology by Elaine N. Marieb; List Price: $89.29 Anatomy & Physiology Coloring Workbook by Elaine N. Marieb; List Price: $47.00 Forensic Science: An Introduction by Richard Saferstein; List Price: $69.47 Physics by Cutnell & Johnson; List Price: $78.44

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #047-08 following resolution: Change Order Number MC-06; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-06 for Piccirilli-Slavik & Senior High School Project Vincent for labor and materials to revise ductwork, install pool fan louver and curb adaptor in the amount of $4,824.86.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #048-08 resolution: Change Order Number MC-07; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-07 for Piccirilli-Slavik & Senior High School Project Vincent for labor and materials to remove convectors, cap existing ceiling pipes and install valves in the amount of $4,616.65.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #049-08 following resolution: Change Order Number GC-05; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-05 for Fahs Construction Senior High School Project Group for labor and materials to install frames and grout at the gym doors in the amount of $5,474.33.

On motion by Paul Taylor, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #050-08 resolution: Change Order Number GC-06; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-06 for Fahs Construction Senior High School Project Group for labor and materials pool bottom removal, skylight enclosure removal, scoreboard removal in aluminum door frame installation in the amount of $3,823.56.

The Board reviewed the amended policy #7511, Immunization of Students, and on motion by David #051-08 Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve policy #7511 as amended. Policies: #7511, 8510, 8460

The Board reviewed the proposed changes in Policy #8510, Parental Involvement; and Policy #8460, Home Instruction.

Regina Felice, Communications Coordinator, reported on the status of the rededication of the #052-08 football stadium, tentatively set for August 25th at 1:30 PM. Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows: Monday, August 13, 2007 – 6 to 9:00 PM; Board Development; Staff Development Room – #053-08 Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, August 14, 2007 –5 PM; Board Development; Staff Development Room- Administration Building; 7 PM Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, August 28, 2007 – 7 PM Regular Meeting; Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tours of the Senior High School are scheduled for August 8th, at 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Board members are asked to commit to one or the other.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into #054-08 Executive Session to discuss a legal matter. Executive Session

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #055-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 PM.

______Kathleen M. Loveland Clerk Pro Tem

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7 VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, July 24, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco – arrived 7:06 PM Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey – 6:00-6:40 PM Nora Hickey David Hanson – arrived 6:05 PM Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Special Education Coordinator Anne Tristan – arrived 7:05 PM Paul Taylor – arrived 6:13 PM School Attorney Michael Surowka – left 7:05 PM Joan Miller Student Guardian Gary Slater – arrived 6:08 PM; left 6:30 PM Middle School Administrators: Clifford Kasson – 6:00-6:40 PM Donna Halbert - 6:00-6:40 PM Ann Loose – 6:00-6:40 PM

Executive Session commenced at 6:03 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building.

The Board having met in Executive Session in relation to an appeal from the decision of the Superintendent regarding the suspension of a student, and after hearing a representative of the student, and each Board member having reviewed the record, including the transcript, and after deliberation, which was without the presence of the Superintendent or any administrators involved in the proceeding, and on motion by Joan Miller, seconded by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 7-2 to approve the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the findings of the Superintendent and assessment of punishment are hereby upheld, except that the suspension of the student will remain in place through June 30, 2008, and a Contract of Conduct may be offered by the Superintendent to be effective September 1, 2007.

Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. All IEPs were available to Board members through the secure Board web page. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On a motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 97 students.

On a motion by Paul Taylor, second by Shoba Agneshwar the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 1 student.

The Board returned to Open Session at 7:10 PM.

______Kathleen Loveland Clerk Pro Tem

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BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, August 28, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Paul Stroud Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Taylor - absent Joan Miller About 4 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:05 PM by President Kim Myers in the Staff #084-08 Development Room of the Administration Building. Call to Order

Richard Bucci moderated the work session. The board reviewed the last item that was identified #085-08 as a priority, staff and curriculum development. Using the SMART process, the board was able to Workshop: Board Development come to consensus on this goal.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn the #086-08 meeting immediately. The meeting was adjourned at 6:53 PM. Adjournment

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, October 9, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson Student Representative Divine Sebuharara Paul Stroud Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Taylor – Arrived 8:02pm Joan Miller –Absent About 24Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Board Conference #145-08 Room of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately #146-08 into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education. Executive Session

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the minutes of the September 25, 2007 meeting as written. #147-08 Approval of Minutes None. #148-08 Comments on Agenda Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: #149-08 --Liaisons: Nora attended the Tioga Hills PTA meeting-they participated in Spirit Night at the Reports stadium, are making plans to install the pavilion they fund raised for, and will sponsor a Testing Information Night for parents. Nora reported the Consolidation Committee met and are moving on, working on regional curriculum and will meet again in November. Michon attended the BOCES Legislative meeting, there will be items to be voted on by the delegates at the NYSSBA conference in NYC. The next agenda will reflect what the BOE will be asked to give voting direction on. Phyllis reported the Computer Services Subcommittee is moving along, everything is on schedule for July 2008, there will be more to report after the next meeting. --Kim reported about the BOCES Roundtable meeting on November 14th is open to all board members. Agenda and discussion topics to be determined, details to follow.

Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --Mark introduced Larry Haskins from Vestal Elks who presented the board with dictionaries. These dictionaries will be distributed to all 3rd grade students in the district tomorrow. Larry also noted he is the Elks Scholarship chairperson and encouraged more applications be submitted. --Mark asked for any changes to the BOE Goal Action Plan that was distributed at the last meeting. There were no changes suggested. --Mark distributed a flyer announcing that student art from Vestal will be displayed at the NYSSBA convention.

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --Homecoming was held October 5th. The parade was held at half time of the game. Spirit week activities – 10/15 Jersey Day, 10/16 Tropical Day, 10/17 Rock Star Day, 10/18 Hippie Day, 10/19 Green/Gold Day. Pep rally will be held 10/19 at 2:05pm. Divine was voted Homecoming Queen.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept Schedule #150-08 E (Enrollment Report), Schedule H (Bid Awards-Weight room equipment, track & field equipment); Acceptance/Approval of 10/9/07 Minutes and to approve Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests) and Schedule P (Personnel Changes). Schedules E, H, F and P

Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:

SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Goodwin, Jennifer Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Other employment Holman, Jenny Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Relocation Johnson, Nicole Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Personal reasons Prince, Heather Substitute Teacher 9/28/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Campbell, Lauren Elementary Pending BA 10/10/07 Coppola, Jennifer Spanish None BS 10/10/07 Lyons, Ashley Elementary Initial BS 10/10/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2,4,10,11, and 12 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: October 9, 2007 ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Varsity Swimming B Asst Winter Season $3650.00 4/9/07 Sloand, Melissa 10/9/07 Varsity Cheerleading Winters Season $4346.00 4/9/07 Fine, Sharyn *CHANGE 10/9/07 INTRAMURALS Elementary Fall Season $369.00 Daglio, Steven 10/9/07 Elementary Fall Season $369.00 Hoyt, Scott 10/9/07 Elementary Fall Season $369.00 Novotny, Jennifer 10/9/07 MUSIC Banners Senior High $600.00 4/9/07 Kindig, Robin (co) 10/9/07 Brass & Winds Senior High $700.00 4/9/07 Rohde, Melinda 10/9/07 Percussion Senior High $800.00 4/9/07 *Calabrese, Anthony 10/9/07 Show Designer Senior High $600.00 4/9/07 *DeSantis, Robert 10/9/07 BSMEA Level III Middle School $392.00 4/9/07 Vibbert, Vicki *CHANGE 10/9/07 Concert in the Mall Middle School $53.00 4/9/07 Vibbert, Vicki 10/9/07 NYSSMA Level I Middle School $111.00 4/9/07 Vibbert, Vicki 10/9/07 NYSSMA Solo Level I Elementary $158.00 4/9/07 Rhode, Melinda 10/9/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

2 10/9/07 Minutes SCHEDULE IP 4 B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED Percussion Senior High $800.00 4/9/07 Calabrese, Anthony 10/9/07 Show Designer Senior High $600.00 4/9/07 DeSantis, Robert 10/9/07

SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Bryant, Robert Bus Driver PT/S Transportation 10/6/07 Other employment O’Hare, Michelle Cook African Road 10/4/07 To accept Food Service Helper PT Stack, Rosalie Bus Driver Transportation 9/27/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE NIP 4 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD *Perry, Catrina Cleaner, 2nd shift African Road 10/10/07-4/8/08 $20,291 26 week probationary period Robinson, Cynthia Teacher Aide African Road 10/10/07-4/8/08 $12,400 26 week probationary period *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 4 A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD Perry, Catrina Cleaner, 2nd shift African Road 10/10/07-4/8/08 $20,291 26 week probationary period

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS- SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Bates, Christina Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 *Fischer, Amy Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 *Gill, Sara Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 *Klimuszka, Holly Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 Walter, Patty Cleaner PT/S 10/10/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS:

NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Bates, Christina Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 Fischer, Amy Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 Gill, Sara Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 Klimuszka, Holly Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07

3 10/9/07 Minutes SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Klossner, Lisa Food Service Helper Districtwide 10/10/07-4/29/08 $7.63/hr 26 week probationary PT (3 hrs/day) period O’Hare, Michelle Food Service Helper Districtwide 10/4/07-4/23/08 $7.63/hr 26 week probationary PT (3 hrs/day) period *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPROINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Klossner, Lisa Food Service Helper Districtwide 10/10/07-4/29/08 $7.63/hr 26 week probationary PT (3 hrs/day) period

SCHEDULE IP 11 CHANGE IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON Bailey, Diane .5 Teacher Aide (monitor)/ Vestal Hills To .5 Teacher Aide PT 10/22/07 .5 Teacher Aide The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Benko, Marilena .5 Teacher Aide PT Tioga Hills 9/25/07 Heckathorn, Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/12/07 Stephanie Roe, Robert Custodian, 2nd shift Senior High 9/11/07 Slyman, DeAnne Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/17/07

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the #151-08 following resolution: Declaration of Obsolete RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare Instructional Technology the attached list of equipment as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance Equipment with Board Policy 5250.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the #152-08 following resolution: Change Order PC-04; Vestal RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order PC-04 for Evans Mechanical, Inc. Senior High School for labor and materials to install clean out existing girls’ locker room floor drains and associated piping for the follow amount: PC-04: $1,036.00

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the #153-08 following resolution: Correction to Tax Bill WHEREAS, the property owner and Town Assessor have requested refund and credit real property taxes, the Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the approval of such application for the property owner delineated below for the reasons outlined on the attached application. Town Acct No. Taxes Billed Corrected Taxes Owner Vestal 310 $49,278.65 $49,128 Evergreen Park Garden Owners Inc.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the #154-08 following resolution: Contract with Head Start RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an agreement with Broome County Head Start to provide services for Preschool Special Education children enrolled in Head Start.

4 10/9/07 Minutes

None. #155-08 Voice of the Public Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting #156-08 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, November 13, 2007 @ 6:00 PM – Regular Meeting Vestal Hills Elementary School

Ann Tristan, Jim Lucenti and Cathy Willis presented an update and review of the Special Education #157-08 Task Force. Work Session Rich Bucci introduced staff members who presented prioritized recommendations on the World Is Flat Task Force. Presenters were Courtney Jablonwski, Molly Russell, Jean Mastrogiovanni, Dodie Anslie, Jane Hashey and Bobbie Jo Meddleton. The board will review their recommendations and respond at the next meeting.

The Board took a short break from 9:00-9:10PM

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn #158-08 immediately into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter. Executive Session Kim Myers had to leave at 9:55PM.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #159-08 Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 PM.

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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5 VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, October 9, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – Absent Joan Miller – Absent

Executive Session commenced at 7:03PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building. Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 9 students.

The Board returned to Open Session at 7:12 PM.

______Kay Ellis District Clerk

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VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, October 9, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor Joan Miller - Absent

Executive Session commenced at 9:10PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.

The Board returned to Open Session at 10:30PM.

______Kay Ellis District Clerk

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VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, October 23, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Paul Taylor Joan Miller

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 11 students.

The Board returned to Open Session at 7:12 PM.

______Kay Ellis District Clerk

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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, October 23, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley– Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara - Absent Michon Stuart Paul Taylor – arrived 7:04pm Joan Miller About 30 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by President Kim Myers in the Board #160-08 Conference Room of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

The following students were recognized by the Board for achieving Commended Status in the #161-08 National Merit Scholarship Program: Andrew Gasper, Eric Moring, Sy Poggemeyer. Student Recognition

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn #162-08 immediately into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Executive Session Special Education.

The Board returned to open session in the Board Conference Room at 7:14PM.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve #163-08 the minutes of the October 9, 2007 meeting. Approval of Minutes

None. #164-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: #165-08 --Pep Rally was hugely successful, the floor hockey game with flippers was won by the Seniors. Reports --The UE/Vestal football game and a soccer game were held Friday in the pouring rain at the new stadium and the facility performed great. --Kim congratulated the cheerleaders on their recent competition. --The Circle of Bands will be held at the stadium this weekend for the first time in 5 years. --Kim will distribute a list of topics for the BOCES Round Table. --Michon will be the voting delegate at the convention in NYC this week. The board came to consensus regarding how Michon will cast the district’s vote on proposed resolutions. --Liaisons: Shoba reported the Middle School will conduct an internet survey of students, staff, and parents. This will be used to gather information on the usage of technology. The 7th grade had good weather to visit the zoo last week.

Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --School Board Appreciation Week: Mark thanked the board and noted there were certificates at each members place, 2 proclamations from government officials and refreshments. --Mary Surdey reported on current staff openings and informed the board of anticipated staffing issues. Current staff openings are posted on the district’s website. 10/23/07

--John Harvey presented an update on the history of the inception of CBO (Central Business Office), current staffing, and anticipated plans for the future.

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: None.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule #166-08 A (Treasurer’s Report-September), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-September), Schedule Acceptance/Approval of Schedules B3 (Federal Fund Report-September), and Schedule C (Bills-September); and approve Schedule A, B1, B3, C, H, and P H (Bid Awards: Repair Work for Hydraulic Passenger Elevator), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Courtney, Lisa Substitute Teacher 10/15/07 Other employment Herba, Amy Substitute Teacher 10/15/07 Other employment Khan, Afzaluddin Substitute Teacher 10/12/07 Other employment Sibrava, Amanda Substitute Teacher 10/12/07 Other employment

SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERT PROBATIONARY TENURE DATE SALARY PERIOD *Marcin, Stephen English Teacher English Initial 11/1/07-10/31/10 11/1/10 TBD *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 3A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERT PROBATIONARY TENURE DATE SALARY PERIOD Marcin, Stephen English Teacher English Initial 11/1/07-10/31/10 11/1/10 TBD

SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS LEVEL *Adams, Patricia Guidance Perm Ms 10/24/07 *Branca, Erin Elementary Cond Initial BS 10/24/07 *Campbell, Kelly Elementary Initial BS 10/24/07 *Diorio, Thomas Elementary Permanent BS 10/24/07 *Foley, Monica Social Studies Pending MS 10/24/07 *Kwitoski, Kelly Elementary Initial BA 10/24/07 *Ludwig, Emily Spanish Pending BS 10/24/07 *Marsh, Jennifer Art Prov MS 10/24/07 *Middleton, Jan Elementary/ESOL Cond Initial BA 10/24/07 *Onofre, Stacy Elementary Prov MS 10/24/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

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SCHEDULE IP 4 A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS LEVEL Adams, Patricia Guidance Perm Ms 10/24/07 Branca, Erin Elementary Cond Initial BS 10/24/07 Campbell, Kelly Elementary Initial BS 10/24/07 Diorio, Thomas Elementary Permanent BS 10/24/07 Foley, Monica Social Studies Pending MS 10/24/07 Kwitoski, Kelly Elementary Initial BA 10/24/07 Ludwig, Emily Spanish Pending BS 10/24/07 Marsh, Jennifer Art Prov MS 10/24/07 Middleton, Jan Elementary/ESOL Cond Initial BA 10/24/07 Onofre, Stacy Elementary Prov MS 10/24/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find page 2 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking for approval of the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: October 24, 2007 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Modified Swimming B Coach Winter Season $3387.00 4/9/07 Hessian, Scott 10/23/07 JV Cheerleading Winter Season $2971.00 4/9/07 Whalen, Katherine 10/23/07

SCHEDULE IP 6 TENURE APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TENURE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFI- PROBATIONARY EFFECTIVE REMARKS CATION PERIOD DATE Berube, Sally Elementary Elementary Prov 9/1/06-1/2/08 1/3/08 Jarema credit Teacher 1/3/05-6/30/06 Jablonowski, Katy Counselor Guidance Perm 1/18/04-1/17/08 1/18/08 Jablonski, Courtney Elementary Elementary Prov 9/1/05-1/2/08 1/3/08 Jarema credit Teacher 1/3/05-6/30/05

SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Smith, Christi School Counselor Guidance 10/29/07-11/30/07 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Holden, Sheila Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/15/07 Personal reasons Wilcox, Betsy Typist Senior High 10/25/07 Family responsibilities

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SCHEDULE NIP 8 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S 10/24/07 *Lewis, Jessica Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07 *O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07 *St. Pierre, Linda Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S 10/24/07 Lewis, Jessica Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07 O’Brien, Colleen Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07 St. Pierre, Linda Teacher Aide PT/S 10/24/07

SCHEDULE NIP 9 B PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD *Grausbruber, Food Service Helper PT District -wide 10/24/07 – 5/13/08 $7.63/hr 26 wk probationary period Carolyn (3 hrs/day) *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 9 B RESOLUTOIN FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD Grausbruber, Food Service Helper PT District -wide 10/24/07 – 5/13/08 $7.63/hr 26 wk probationary period Carolyn (3 hrs/day)

SCHEDULE NIP 10 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Metritikas, Maryfrances Teacher Aide African Road 10/12/07-17/08 Medical reasons

SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON Robinson, Cynthia Teacher Aide African Road To Teacher Aide PT/S 10/10/07 Declined full time employment Ward, Richard Substitute Bus Driver Transportation To Bus Driver 10/1/07 The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Hughes, Linda Teacher Aide (Monitor) Tioga Hills 10/12/07 PT

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Kushner, Kimberly Cook/Manager Clayton Ave 11/27/07 Price, Diane Teacher Aide (Monitor) Tioga Hills 11/27/07 PT Myers, Carlie Teacher Aide Senior High 9/25/07 Samarsky, Raisa Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 10/30/07

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #167-08 following resolution: Contract with Town of Vestal- Resolved, that the Board of Education President is authorized to sign an extension of the School Resource Officer December 7, 2006 School Resource Officer agreement with the Town of Vestal.

The School Resource Officer (SRO) shall serve on a full time basis, 5 days per week, for the 37- week 2007-08 academic year and the SRO’s service shall otherwise continue as per the December 7, 2006 agreement between the School District and the Town of Vestal. The District shall pay the total sum of $39,400 for School Resource Officer services in eight (8) equal installments of $4,925, the first such installment payable on November 1, 2007.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #168-08 following resolution: Change Order HVAC-03; Vestal RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order HVAC-03 for Evans Elementary School Project Mechanical, Inc. for labor, equipment, and materials to relocate existing heat supply and return lines behind casework at Vestal Hills Elementary School for the following amount: HVAC-03: $14,444.00

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #169-08 following resolution: Field Trip Approval: Art Students RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 50 Art students (IB) for a trip to (IB) to NYC New York City, NY to the Guggenheim Museum and the Metropolitan Museum on October 26, 2007.

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #170-08 resolution: Field Trip Approval: Art Students RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 20 Art students (Sr. Portfolio) for a to Rochester, NY trip to Rochester, NY to RIT/National Portfolio Day Review on November 10, 2007.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #171-08 following resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency Appointment conditional appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is

RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning October 24, 2007 or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Ryan Dakin, Custodial Substitute with Matrix Eric Thomas, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #172-08 following resolution: Change Order MC-08; Vestal RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order MC-08 for Piccirilli – Slavik & Senior High School Project Vincent for labor and materials for duct offsets to accommodate new locker room wall layout at Vestal Senior High School for the following amount: MC-08: $4,167.00

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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #173-08 following resolution: Release of Reserves-Educational RESOLVED, that the District Educational Support Staff Table of Organization be revised to Support Paraprofessionals reflect the following changes, effective October 24, 2007: (Teacher Aides)

1.5 FTE Teacher Aides with funding from a release of the reserves in 5991.2110.16400 (0.5 elementary reserve and 1.0 reserve)

3.5 FTE Teacher Aides: Special Education with funding from a release of the reserves in 5908.2250.16407

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #174-08 following resolution: Agreement with American Red RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an agreement Cross with the Broome County Chapter of the American Red Cross for the use of Vestal Central School District buildings and related facilities for Mass Care Shelter in the event of a major disaster, in accordance with the attached contract.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #175-08 following resolution: Field Trip Approval: Science RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 90 students (Anatomy) for a trip to Students to NYC, NY New York City, NY to the Museum of Natural History on November 28, 2007.

The Board reviewed the proposed revision of Policy #7530, Child Abuse. #176-08 Policy: #7530; Child Abuse

None. #177-08 Voice of the Public

Mary Surdey presented a report on electronic communication tools. Catherine Hepler reported on #178-08 Blackboard. Jeff Dunham and Roseanne VanWie from the Senior High demonstrated their Work Session: Blackboard and websites, and Carrie Woodford from the Middle School demonstrated her site. Ann Loose Other Electronic Parent explained the eSchools program and Richard Bucci reported on staff usage of these technologies. Communication Tools Mary spoke briefly regarding the district’s website. It was determined to use the 6:00pm time at the November 13th meeting to continue the discussion regarding board goals. If there is enough time Mark, would like to review WIF.

Future meetings are as follows: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 @ 6:00 - PM Regular Meeting #179-08 Vestal Hills Elementary School Future Meetings Tuesday, November 27, 2007 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into #180-08 Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and negotiations. Executive Session

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn #181-08 immediately. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 11:42 PM.

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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7 VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, October 23, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Paul Stroud Therese Mastro Michon Stuart Deborah Griesinger Paul Taylor

Executive Session commenced at 10:22PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed particular personnel and negotiations.

The Board returned to Open Session at 11:41PM.

______Kay Ellis District Clerk

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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, November 13, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers– President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Shoba Agneshwar Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson –arrived 6:16 Student Representative Divine Sebuharara Paul Stroud Michon Stuart District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Taylor Joan Miller About 25 Visitors

The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01PM by President Kim Myers in the Cafeteria of the #182-08 Vestal Hills Elementary School. Call to Order

On motion by Paul Stroud, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn #183-08 immediately into Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and recommendations Executive Session from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.

The Board returned to open session at 7:01PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

The Board and visitors proceeded to Room 229 for the Spotlight on Vestal Hills. Courtney Jablonski #184-08 and Paula Finch demonstrated the many uses of Smartboard. The Board returned to the cafeteria at Spotlight on Vestal Hills 7:55PM.

The work session began at 8:00PM with Mary Surdey presenting a history and review of the #185-08 District’s Technology Committee. Committee members who made presentations to the Board were Work Session Dodie Anslie, Richard Bucci, Ann Loose, Kathy Knapp, Catherine Hepler, Peter Malejs, Steve Crowle, Leigh Kaminsky, Merry Jones and Rebecca Stephens.

On motion by Michon Stuart, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #186-08 minutes of the October 23, 2007 meeting as written. Approval of Minutes

None. #187-08 Public Comments on Agenda Items

Board President Kim Myers reported on the following: #188-08 --Liaisons: Michon reported he attended the Nikki Corgel’s class for the claymation demonstration. Reports He also reported about the NYSSBA Conference in NYC. The sessions were very interesting but the rooms were overcrowded. --The BOCES Round Table scheduled for 11/14/07 is canceled. --Congratulations to the Boys Soccer team, they will be playing in Oneonta this Saturday. The Circle of Bands event had a great turnout. --District Planning Group: Michon and Paul Stroud will communicate on who will attend the DPG meetings. If neither one of them can attend, Kim will be contacted to arrange another member to attend in their place.

Superintendent Mark Capobianco reported on the following: --The Middle School has requested to start 2 new after school clubs, Science Club and Book Club. They will be on the agenda for approval at the November 27th meeting. --The High School Course Handbook will be on the agenda for approval November 27th. 11/13/07 Minutes --Michael Maciek and Lillian Levy spoke to the Board regarding the proposed 434 development. The Board came to consensus regarding the updated terns of contract for land lease. The official lease will come to the Board as a resolution. --Due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, he agenda meeting will be held on Tuesday 11/20. There is the possibility the agenda will be revised electronically. If there are any changes, Board members will be notified. --There will be a field hockey tournament using Hoover Stadium. The Snack Shack could be used as a fundraiser for a district organization, such as Dollars for Scholars. --The next bid opening for the last phases of VFP will be delayed one week. Because of this delay, there is the possibility a special meeting will have to be arranged to accept the bid awards. --The Office of State Comptroller will be conducting an audit. It will be scheduled in November and they will be holding an entrance meeting that the Board is invited to send a representative to, but the a member of the Board’s Audit Committee is recommended to attend. Shoba agreed to attend this meeting. --World is Flat: Mark recommends postponing a decision on this recommendation until the next meeting. The Curriculum Committee already in place could expand to encompass WIF recommendations.

Student Government Representative Divine Sebuharara reported on the following: --Kim reported for Divine that the Pep Rally went well. The Girl’s Volleyball team is going to the quarter finals. The KB Dance is scheduled for December 8th.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule E #189-08 (Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Schedule G Acceptance/Approval of (Superintendent’s Transfers); and to approve Schedule H (Bid Awards-Sale of Surplus Wood Shop Schedules E, F, G, H, I and P Equipment), Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes).

Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:

SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS (SUBSTITUTES): NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Carr, Karen Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07 *Erario, Janine Elementary/Special Education Initial MS 11/14/07 *Hoff, Andrew Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *Kellogg, Rachael Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *Keough, Kathryn Registered Nurse RN BSN 11/14/07 *Lawrence, Sara Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *Lurenz, Catrina Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 *VanPatten, Kristyn Mathematics Initial BS 11/14/07 *Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07

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2 11/13/07 Minutes Hoff, Andrew Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 Kellogg, Rachael Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 Keough, Kathryn Registered Nurse RN BSN 11/14/07 Lawrence, Sara Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 Lurenz, Catrina Elementary Initial BS 11/14/07 VanPatten, Kristyn Mathematics Initial BS 11/14/07 Wager, Jeanne Registered Nurse RN AAS 11/14/07

SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2,4,8 and 9of a master list of above contract positions for the 2007-08 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: November 13, 2007 ABOVE CONTRACT POSITIONS 2007-08 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG. STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Varsity Basketball-VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Prutisto, Mark 11/13/07 JV Basketball B-VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Fey, Jesse 11/13/07 JV Basketball G Coach Winter Season $4,264.00 4/9/07 *Bullock, Kerri 11/13/07 Vars Swimming B VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Fedorchak, Mark Modified Swimming B Asst Winter Season $3,124.00 4/9/07 Datoush, Natalie Varsity Wrestling VOLUNTEER Winter Season 0.0 Dioro, Thomas

INTRAMURALS Senior High Fall (Session 1) $550.00 Osinski, David CANCEL 7/24/07 Senior High Fall (Session 2) $550.00 Osinski, David CANCEL 7/24/07 Middle School Winter $369.00 Demetros, Michael 11/13/07

OTHER Bus Supervision – AM Vestal Hills $2,240.00 4/9/07 Barton, Kay 11/13/07 Bus Supervision – PM Vestal Hills $2,2,40.00 4/9/07 Crowle, Stephen 11/13/07 Science Distribution Vestal Hills $936.00 4/9/07 Ivan, Lynda 11/13/07 Odyssey of the Mind Tioga Hills $316.00 4/9/07 Janik, Lori 11/13/07 Odyssey of the Mind Vestal Hills $16.00 4/9/07 Adams, Robyn 11/13/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE IP 4 B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED JV Basketball G Coach Winter Season $4,264.00 4/9/07 Bullock, Kerri 11/13/07

SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE:

NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Kocak, Jocelyn Speech Teacher Speech 11/26/07-6/30/08 Family responsibilities Mitsakos, Stephanie School Counselor Guidance 10/25/07-1/1/08 Family responsibilities

SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Cichostepski, John Custodian PT/S District 11/14/07 To accept Clerk PT Vaughn, Sali Teacher Aide PT/S District 11/27/07 Relocation Typist PT/S

3 11/13/07 Minutes Walter, Patty Bus Attendant Transportation 10/26/07 Personal Reasons Cleaner PT/S District 10/29/07 Personal Reasons

SCHEDULE NIP 8 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS- SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Andrews, Alyson Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07 *Criscitello, Helen Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07 *Hellmann, Renee Typist PT/S 11/14/07 *Klie, Peter Bus Attendant PT/S 11/14/07 *pending fingerprint clearance

NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Criscitello, Helen Teacher Aide PT/S 11/14/07 Hellmann, Renee Typist PT/S 11/14/07 Klie,Peter Bus Attendant PT/S 11/14/07

SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Campo, Isabel Bus Attendant Transportation 11/14/07-6/3/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary (Driver in Training) period Cihostepski, John Clerk PT District 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary period *Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary period *pending fingerprint clearance

SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPROINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Campo, Isabel Bus Attendant Transportation 11/14/07-6/3/08 $7.52/hr 26 wk probationary (Driver in Training) period Lewis, Michelle Typist PT Senior High 11/14/07-6/3/08 $10.41/hr 26 wk probationary period

SCHEDULE IP 10 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REASON Mitchell, William Bus Attendant Transportation 10/19/07-12/31/07 Medical Reasons Muggeo, Rebecca Teacher Aide Glenwood 11/2/07-6/30/08 Family Responsibilities

4 11/13/07 Minutes SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS:

NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKS Foster, Ruth Bus Attendant PT/S Transportation To Bus Attendant 10/30/07

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #190-08 resolution: Health and Welfare Service Charges RESOLVED, that a fee of $314.82 per pupil be established for health and welfare services available to non-resident pupils attending private or parochial schools in the Vestal School District during the 2007-08 school year.

On motion by Shoba Agneshwar, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #191-08 following resolution: Health and Welfare Service Charges; RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign Owego Apalachin an agreement with the Owego Apalachin Central School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately 2 students attending non-public schools residing in the Vestal Central School District during the 2007-08 school year, at a cost of $131.25 per student.

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #192-08 resolution: Supplemental Purchase I of BOCES WHEREAS, on April 17, 2007, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed Services to participate in BOCES Services, and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to payment on supplemental contracts, therefore BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to sign the supplemental contract titled Amendment I.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Taylor, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #193-08 following resolution: Contract with United Health Services RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign a Hospitals, Inc. contract with United Health Services to provide flu shots and related informational health services to Vestal Central School District employees in accordance with the attached agreement.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Michon Stuart, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #194-08 following resolution: Field Trip Approval: Basketball RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to 30 students for a trip to Saratoga, NY Team to Saratoga for a basketball tournament, November 30 through December 1, 2007.

On motion by David Hanson, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #195-08 following resolution: Change Order W&D-02; Vestal RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order W&D-02 for Johnson Howard Elementary Schools Project Associates for labor and materials for additional demolition of plaster jambs and heads for new window installation and provide a credit for a decrease in contract amount for the allowance monies not used on this project at Vestal Hills Elementary School for the following amount: W&D-02: $1,443.00

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #196-08 following resolution: Change Orders SW2-2, SW2-3, Resolved, that the Board of Education approve the following change orders for Smith Site SW2-4, SW2-5, SW2-6, SW2-7, Development, LLC for the stadium project as described: SW2-8; Vestal Stadium Project

SW2-2: Furnish labor and materials for removal and stockpile of excess fill $9,297.00 SW2-3: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to install sprinkler main to inside Toilet Facility/Team Room #1 $1,704.00 SW2-4: Furnish labor and material to install additional sidewalk at Clayton Avenue

5 11/13/07 Minutes $5,400.00 SW2-5: Furnish Labor and material to install additional sidewalk at Visitor’s area $6,567.00 SW2-6: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to raise storm line at Clayton Avenue, to remove temporary parking at Clayton Avenue, and to remove unsuitable soil and backfill $5,358.00 SW2-7: Furnish labor, material, and equipment to adjust subgrade for asphalt patch $1,219.00 SW2-8: Furnish labor and material to grade existing area and install Type 3 binder for parking area, and to install fabric, structural fill asphalt binder and top coat at North end of bleachers $16,249.00

On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #197-08 following resolution: Change Order SS-01; Vestal High RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SS-01 for AV Solutions for a School Project credit for a decrease in contract amount and to furnish labor, material, and equipment for the installation of the pool sound system at the Vestal High School for the following amount: SS-01: $20,635.00

On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the #198-08 following resolution: Emergency Conditional Appointment The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning November 14, or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Steven Nelson, Custodial Substitute with Matrix

The Board reviewed changes in Policy #7530 (Child Abuse) and on motion by Paul Stroud, second #199-08 by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the changes to Policy #7530. Policy

None. #200-08 Voice of the Public

Future meetings are as follows: #201-08 Tuesday, November 27, 2007 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Future Meetings Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, December 18, 2007 @ 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Shoba Agneshwar, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn #203-08 immediately into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter. Executive Session

On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Paul Stroud, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #204-08 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 10:55 PM.

______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk

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6 VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, November 13, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson – arrived 6:16 District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 6:06PM in the conference room of Vestal Hills Elementary School. The Board discussed matter of particular personnel.

Recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 49 students.

On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 7 students.

The Board returned to Open Session at 7:01PM.

______Kay Ellis District Clerk

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VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York

BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, November 13, 2007

PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Kim Myers-President Superintendent of Schools Mark Capobianco Phyllis Wiley-Vice President Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Shoba Agneshwar Assistant Superintendent Mary Surdey Nora Hickey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Paul Stroud Michon Stuart Attorney John Lynch Paul Taylor Joan Miller

Executive Session commenced at 9:35PM in the Conference Room of Vestal Hills Elementary School. The Board discussed particular personnel, negotiations, and a legal matter.

The Board returned to Open Session at 10:55PM.

______Kay Ellis District Clerk

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