MINUTES OF THE PATERSON BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

June 18, 2008 – 7:00 p.m. John F. Kennedy High School

Presiding: Comm. Jonathan Hodges, President

Present: Dr. Michael Glascoe, State District Superintendent Ms. Frances Finkelstein, Business Administrator Mark Tabenkin, Esq., General Counsel Mr. Mark Kramer, State Monitor

Comm. Theodore Best Comm. Waheedah Muhammad Comm. Wendy Guzman Comm. Andre Sayegh Comm. Danilo Inoa Comm. Willa Mae Taylor Comm. Errol Kerr, Vice President

The Salute to the Flag was led by Comm. Hodges.

Comm. Sayegh read the Open Public Meetings Act:

The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of, and to attend the meetings of the Paterson Public School District, as well as other public bodies at which any business affecting the interest of the public is discussed or acted upon.

In accordance with the provisions of this law, the Paterson Public School District has caused notice of this meeting:

Regular Meeting June 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. John F. Kennedy High School 61-127 Preakness Avenue Paterson, New Jersey

to be published by having the date, time and place posted in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Paterson, at the entrance of the Paterson Public School offices, and by sending notice of the meeting to the Arab Voice, El Diario, the Italian Voice, the North Jersey Herald & News, and The Record.

PRESENTATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Recognition of Sgt. Ronald Esquiche from School No. 19

Dr. Glascoe: We have three presentations tonight and the first one is a very special presentation that we are bringing before the Board and the public. I'm indeed pleased to recognize a true American hero, Tech Sergeant Ronald Esquiche. He is a Paterson native, an educator, and a United States airman. Sgt. Esquiche teaches technology at School 19 and recently returned from a seven-month deployment in Iraq. He joined 50

Page 1 6/18/08 other airmen of the 108th Air Refueling Wing Security Forces Squadron, that’s a mouthful, to provide security and management at a checkpoint for a Baghdad military base. Sergeant Esquiche who has been a member of the US Air Force for approximately 12 years was first called to duty after 9/11 and spent the following two years in the Middle East. A member of the School 19 teaching staff since 1999, he has been recognized for his service with the Global War on Terrorism Medal and the Iraqi Freedom Campaign Medal. So ladies and gentlemen, please join me in saluting Tech Sergeant Ronald Esquiche for his service to the United States of America and to the Paterson Public Schools. On behalf of the school district I'm presenting this certificate in recognition of his valuable service to the United States and the Paterson Public Schools.

Sgt. Ronald Esquiche: I just want to say thank you to the district for supporting me while I was gone and simply just for everyone to keep the other armed service members in their prayers. Thank you.

Guidance and Counseling Services

Dr. Glascoe: Next up we have two presentations and one is on our guidance and counseling services. That presentation is going to be done by formerly Ms. Tania Jordan who is now Mrs. Tania Norman. So I think congratulations are in order. Can we have applause? Following Mrs. Norman will be a presentation by Assistant Superintendents Brenda Patterson and Deidre Simon on utilizing data to inform instructional decisions and interventions. We also have some principals here to support that presentation. But for now, guidance and counseling with Mrs. Norman.

Ms. Tania Norman: Good evening Dr. Glascoe, Board President Dr. Hodges, Board members, assistant superintendents, my colleagues, and the Paterson community. Because counseling is an integral part of each school’s total education program counselors play a pivotal role in developing positive self-esteem, enhancing academic achievement, and preparing students to be productive and responsible citizens. Our mission statement. The mission of the Paterson Public Schools Guidance and Counseling Division K-12 is to provide educational, occupational, and personal services so that students acquire knowledge and skills to enable them to successfully pass through developmental stages in life, to help students develop positive self-esteem, to support academic achievement, and prepare students to be productive and responsible citizens. Our overall mission is to help transform our educational delivery process to develop confident young adults who can function in a competitive world. As the Division of Guidance and Counseling leader I will continue to build a stronger guidance department. Although guidance may be described as though tasks are done one at a time, in reality many activities go on simultaneously. I want to work on building a strong guidance department which means I want to continue working with counselors who work with students as they help them define their career paths, enhance self-esteem, monitor academic achievement, and continue to assist students and parents. Division for guidance and counseling K-12 counselors guide students towards success by serving as a strong connection for many resources within the school district and the numerous community resources available in Paterson. As a member of the educational team counselors are dedicated to helping all students achieve their goal of graduation. The journey begins in pre-kindergarten and continues through 12th grade. Counselors serve as valuable guides throughout this journey and provide direction along the path in the areas of individual planning, system support, responsive services, and social and emotional development. The activities of individual planning component are provided for all students and intended to guide students in the development and implementation of their personal, social, educational, and career plans. Counselors will work with

Page 2 6/18/08 students on an individual basis or in group settings. When you talk about the responsive services counselors will provide assistance to students who are facing problems that interfere with their healthy personal, social, career, or educational development. The systems support component includes such activities as individual and small group counseling, consulting with staff and students, and referring students and families to other specialists or programs outside the Paterson Public Schools. Counselors will continue to provide counseling services to assist students and help them have a clear understanding of what it takes to be a successful student, such as getting use to a new schedule when changing schools, getting used to traveling to different classes, the number of students they interact with, preparing them to deal with new peer relationships, and preparing them for rigorous academic requirements. Having a relationship with their counselor is very important. Counselors will help them change their schedules when needed to increase the student counselor contact time. This is very important. There will be a day where counselors will meet with parents. Each marking period doors open to all parents when they would like to come in and speak to counselors in reference to career choices, colleges, and financial aid for their students. Transitioning students is major when you talk about guidance and counseling K-12. Counselors will provide students and parents with information about the new school, social support during the transition, and bring middle school and high school personnel together to learn about one another’s curriculum and requirements. My focus will be personalization, Navigation 101, and First Things First. These are life skills in planning curricula for students in grades 6-12 that aim to help students to make clear, careful, and creative plans for a life beyond middle school and high school. Navigation 101 and First Things First aim to help students make clear choices. Navigation 101 and First Things First encourage student engagement by building meaningful relationships between students and at least one adult at school, thereby helping students remain engaged and motivated and lessening the chance for dropping out. Some of the roles that counselors will play will be assisting and researching various approaches for advisement, working with the principal and school administrators to develop a schedule that allocates time for advisement activities, turnkey the training they receive to advisors in the building, serve as a resource for advisors and advocates, service students referred by advisors who may need additional academic, social, medical, or mental health services that they cannot provide, assist in making adjustments to advisement activities based on findings or present day issues such as sudden death or illness that students deal with on a daily basis. Navigation 101 and First Things First will establish regular communication between parents and schools so parents have the knowledge to help their children in their goals and make decisions about schools. Navigation 101 and First Things First enhance student achievement by helping students evaluate their own skills, interests, and accomplishments, successfully making their transition between middle school and high school more rigorous and challenging. They will take more challenging courses. They will be encouraged to do so through First Things First and Navigation 101 and understand the relationship between school and life after graduation. If you look on the screen I put an example up here of how Navigation 101 is moving forward. The purpose of showing this slide is to show how student family advocacy does work and how it impacts children in making great choices. This is was in the Herald News on May 21. “Deon Eaton told his mother recently that he was mad at Senator Barack Obama. Deon wanted to be the nation’s first Black president and it looks like the democratic senator from Illinois just might beat him to it,” said his mother Dolores Williams. This is just an example of how Navigation 101 is very successful in our district. As you know, all sixth graders across the Board throughout the district experience Navigation 101. In order to achieve the goals that we developed for guidance and counseling increased monitoring of staff must be implemented. Counselors will be required to continue the submission of monthly reports that highlight the number of students serviced through individual and group counseling the topics for

Page 3 6/18/08 discussion and the leadership and guidance for college preparation. Additionally, counselors will be expected to take a stronger active role in their intervention and referral services in the 504 process. Section 504, as you know, is a civil rights legislation which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. Children who qualify under this law receive services and/or accommodations in the public school system without being classified under Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act, IDEA, in their school district’s committee on special education. Who is eligible for 504? Students whose illnesses, physical, or mental disabilities substantially limit one or more life activities such as caring for oneself, seeing, breathing, learning, walking, are protected under section 504. Intervention and referral services procedures include the INRS team and it consists of the principal or the principal’s designee, the school nurse, the substance awareness counselor, school counselor, the whole school reform social worker, a regular education teacher, the referring person or teachers, family, parent, guardian, and student. The facilitator determines meeting dates and times and notifies the family, teachers, and INRS team members and other involved individuals. The INRS team is required to meet a minimum of 10 times during the school year. All team members can provide services to the referred student as individuals included in the action plan. If the student is successful with the acceptable interventions in the regular education classroom the process is continued with consultant support for the staff and student. The INRS team continues to meet at regular intervals and to monitor success and/or to amend the action plan. All stakeholders are notified of the meeting dates and time. If the student is not successful with the acceptable interventions in the regular education classroom the INRS team determines whether to amend the action plan, determine 504 eligibility, or to refer the student to the child study team for evaluation. As we seek to improve the overall function and efficiency of the guidance department we have implanted an online transcript process. The electronic transcript is a web- based application that provides a mechanism for guidance counselors to electronically send and receive transcript information among New Jersey educational institutions. This will be in effect September 2008. Two-year colleges, four-year colleges, trade schools, military, preliminary, scholastic assessment tests, and college fairs. In order to make sure students have the needed information as they prepare for colleges and careers counselors will continue to provide students the opportunity to be interviewed by colleges and universities on site at their schools. This process is done at all high schools and has been very successful. Financial aid workshops for students and parents, resume writing sessions, and work with students to help them decide on the best career choice. SAT workshops will be offered twice per year at all schools and academies. PSAT testing will be scheduled accordingly. Students will be afforded information on the SAT beginning in the eighth grade. At the ninth grade the SAT will be introduced again and all students will be encouraged to take the SAT as often as needed to achieve the highest score. All high schools and academies will provide students with current scholarship opportunities and follow up with students to make sure they meet appropriate deadlines for scholarships. The guidance departments will be required to foster relationships with different colleges and universities so that our students are well aware of the admission process and requirements. Counselors will provide information and expose students to as many colleges and opportunities as possible via college fairs and web-based information. That ends my report. Are there any questions?

Comm. Hodges: I want to thank you, Ms. Norman. Are there any questions? I had one or two.

Ms. Norman: Yes, Dr. Hodges.

Page 4 6/18/08 Comm. Hodges: What kinds of things are we doing to maintain a database of students going to college and post-graduate acceptance rates, success rates, and retention rates?

Ms. Norman: We are in the process of doing a database now where counselors are documenting where students are going and then at the end of the year we would tally all the data. If you would like to see it I can forward it to you.

Comm. Hodges: I thank you very much for that. One of the reasons I'm looking for that is because I'm hoping the counselors will establish relationships with colleges.

Ms. Norman: I spoke about that and they are establishing relationships with colleges and universities and also reaching out to the Ivy League schools.

Comm. Hodges: The reason I was hoping for that was that if you have a student that may have borderline grades that might be an opportunity if the counselors know the students well to reach out to a college that you have a relationship with and say to them this student may not have the best scores, but I know them very well, they are capable of performing in your program, and I hope you give them a chance. That has given a number of students the opportunity they normally would not get on their own simply going through the application process. In addition to that, the guidance counselors tend to be the source for destinations for students and if they aren’t very well versed in what other schools tend to offer then they are not going to challenge students to expand their choices. That’s the reason I'm asking those questions and hope that will occur. Is there anything further?

Comm. Best: Thank you for your presentation. It was very informative. I had some questions prior to the presentation but you answered most of them. I appreciate that. I had a chance to attend Eastside High School today and I would like to thank the principal Ms. Johnson who invited me to the school. I had a chance to speak to my former guidance counselor and we had a very good conversation and we caught up on what I have been doing over the past years. She has always been in my life and she has really assisted me greatly in everything that she has done. However, I was deeply concerned about some of the numbers. When we put together statistics and reports it is possible to make the numbers do whatever we want them to do. I would like to see real numbers and the reason I say that is because sometimes when we look at numbers people are more worried about making those numbers look good so that the school looks good and doesn’t necessarily address certain problems that we actually have. So if we keep hiding behind the numbers we are not truly addressing some of the problems. I'm interested in knowing how many freshmen start out in high school, how many of those freshmen actually graduate, and how many of those graduates actually enroll in a four-year college or university.

Ms. Norman: The average freshman class ranges from 800 to 1,000. You want to know how many graduate. The average graduating class the last couple of years has been between 350 and 400.

Comm. Best: Do we have any numbers on how many are admitted into a four-year college or university?

Ms. Norman: On four-year colleges I don't have that information with me but I can get it for you.

Page 5 6/18/08 Comm. Best: I'd appreciate that. Again, when I go into the colleges and we hear Kennedy and they have a list of all the graduates that have actually been accepted into college. When you say there are 400 graduates from a high school and there are only 80 people on the list and maybe 60 out of the 80 names have Passaic County Community College next to them, not that there is anything wrong with going to a community college, but there is something to say that if the majority of the students who are actually being accepted into any college are Passaic County Community College what can we do to further encourage students to go to a four-year college or institution? I just wanted to put that out. Thank you again for your presentation and the information.

Ms. Norman: You're welcome.

Comm. Hodges: Are there any further questions?

Comm. Taylor: No questions Mr. President. But I would again invite our person back for a workshop to be with us so she can have the numbers. I realize she was honeymooning so you couldn’t have those figures in your head while you were doing it. So those questions should have been handed to you prior to this meeting. But next time when we meet we would like to get some answers.

Ms. Norman: I'll have the report and the data.

Comm. Taylor: Mr. Best has a lot of questions. Dr. Hodges has a lot of questions. I have a lot of questions. So we will put our questions together, we will send them to you, and then you will have the material. I thank you very much and congratulations.

Ms. Norman: Thank you.

Comm. Hodges: Are there any further questions or comments? Thank you again for your presentation. We truly appreciate it. I will encourage people to sign up. Is there a way we can change the location of that sign up sheet to the other side that way it won't interfere with the presentations. The opportunity is now to sign up for the public portion and it will be placed on the table against the wall so you’ll have an opportunity to sign up until the beginning of that public portion.

Utilizing Data to Inform Instructional Decisions and Interventions

Ms. Deirdre Simon: Good evening. Deirdre Simon, Assistant Superintendent for Cohort 1.

Ms. Brenda Patterson: Brenda Patterson, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. This evening we would like to take an opportunity for you to actually have a bird’s eye view of how principals think about and use the things that we give to them from C&I at the school site level to instruct students. Meaning to say, what is taught is the curriculum. How it is taught is instruction. Then how do we monitor both curriculum and instruction so that we can assure that each and every child is mastering the content that is being taught. We don't want to take a lot of time introducing the video. We have prepared a video. We have a snapshot of five of our principals that are here with us this evening and at the close they will join us at the podium so you can ask questions. We have Linda Crescione from School 9, which is a K-8 school. We have Boblyn Ranger- Dobbs from School 27, another K-8 school. We have Rosalie Bespalko from BUILD Academy, which is a 6-8 school. We have Cora Quince from the Academy of Performing Arts, which is a 6-8 school. We have Maria Santa, K-4. So without further ado we would like to have you come down so you can actually watch the video. Ms.

Page 6 6/18/08 Simon will summarize and the principals will come up for questions. Thank you very much for your attention.

(Video Presentation)

Ms. Simon: Thank you for your patience. At this time we would like to invite the principals up to answer any questions you may have about some of the things you have seen. Cora Quince, the Principal of the Academy of Performing Arts, Dr. Linda Crescione, the Principal of School 9, Rosalie Bespalko, the Vice-Principal for BUILD Academy, Boblyn Ranger-Dobbs, the Acting Principal for School 27, and Maria Santa, the Principal of School 29. In closing we would just like to say that this evening you actually had an opportunity to see the things they have in common around the data. But they also are very much differentiated in terms of the grade level spans they each have. You saw our K-4 school with Maria Santa. You saw our K-8 school with Boblyn Ranger- Dobbs. You saw 2, 6, 7, and 8 grade schools with Rosalie Bespalko. And you saw the Academy of Performing Arts with Ms. Cora Quince. So they’re very differentiated in the kinds of materials and resources and grade spans they have. Yet they have the same expectations throughout the district as everyone else. So they have their many challenges. They have facilities challenges and staffing challenges. Yet they have one thing in common. That is they work together and they build capacity among themselves to be able to maximize on the resources they do have. So at this time we would like to know if you would like to ask them any questions.

Comm. Hodges: I want to thank you very much for your presentation ladies. Are there any questions from the Board? How have you seen this new setup? Is there a noticeable difference in your buildings as a result of the implementation of these processes? That’s open to anybody.

Dr. Linda Crescione: I think as a result of the slides you saw tonight and the fact that there is commonality now of focus and vision for what we all want to achieve there is more of a dialogue about data and how all of the teachers need to be involved with that the process from the beginning. As we said, it’s an ongoing process of communication and I think with the help of the various departments it has assisted us to keep our eye on our focus. So I think that it is making progress but I do other challenges and concerns which are issues as well. As you know one of the passions I have and what I was going to speak about later is the fact that we need additional staff. We don't need to lose staff. The fact that many of our schools are so very overcrowded with class sizes that exceed 30 to 35 in primary grades we need more support not less. I believe that our children deserve that and I think that in suburbia it would never be tolerated. Yet in our schools unfortunately I sit in a building with 35 students in a second grade. So that is a concern and it is something that I'm very passionate about. I hope that it can be looked at differently and in looking at other alternatives to budget reductions that we don't look at taking teachers out of buildings.

Comm. Hodges: Are these processes translating into enhanced student achievement?

Ms. Rosalie Bespalko: Yes, because we have a focus and because we have a plan thanks to the help of C&I giving us the frameworks that we so desperately needed this year. Last year they were given to us. Every teacher has a hard copy plus the CD in their classrooms and it’s utilized on a daily basis. Every child is taught on an individual level and the children come first. There are many strategies and many activities to address the individual needs of the individual students and I see a big change in the school since this has been introduced.

Page 7 6/18/08 Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much. Are there any further questions from the Board?

Ms. Boblyn Ranger-Dobbs: Dr. Hodges, I'd just like to add to that. The question was are these processes being translated into student achievement. I do want to say that I have seen progress and the progress I have seen is that we are no longer making decisions around instructional practices with our kids based on hunches or on what we think or what we feel. I think we are moving away from that and we are looking at the data very carefully to get down to the root causes. Many of the root causes have been identified, but as Dr. Crescione said earlier, to address some of those root causes we are limited. So I think that is where we are at at this particular point in time.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much.

Ms. Cora Quince: Finally, to reaffirm what my colleagues have just stated, particularly when we revisit and reflect on the data used to analyze the delivery of instruction we do note academic success. As noted in the slides with our midyear conference at the Academy of Performing Arts for the first time, and I'm sure everyone in our audience as well as the array of Board members know, I have a passion for the arts. The arts have often taken a back seat to what a true content is. At the Academy of Performing Arts our students realize that all content areas such as language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, and the arts are congruent parts to their cognitive, psychomotor, and kinesthetic learning. In our midyear conferences unfortunately a lot of times we see teardrops but the students begin to take ownership for their learning. The parents begin to take responsibility to the children learner and the progress is noted upon the final analyzation for the data and the data analysis.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you again.

Ms. Maria Santa: Good evening. These processes have been wonderful. If anything, they have forced us to focus on what the needs are and to create a roadmap for where we need to go. You saw diversity of settings here. We all go from small schools here to very large settings and we would all like to have the personalization piece. And in sharing this process we learn from each other because I hear what BUILD is doing and I wish we could do that at my school. I'm sure School 27 wishes they could do that in their school as well. But the size of a building really matters tremendously when it comes to these initiatives. They are very good initiatives but I would be remiss if I don't stand in front of you to say that this is allowing us to discover that we have great outstanding teachers and they will often give us the 110% and not enough is said about them. We tend to focus on the things we don't have or the negative aspects of large districts that have many challenges. But I choose to focus on the fact that I'm now honored to stand beside people who have been making this work regardless of anything. I'm also honored to work with teachers that have made it work regardless of anything else. So this process allows us to focus on that as well.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you.

Comm. Kerr: I have one final question. I realize that the emphasis in this district now is that everything be done based on data. It’s very important that we gather data. But the other side to it is simply this. If we gather data and we don’t have the delivery system to make the adjustment, what do we do when that happens? Do we just put it on the shelf?

Page 8 6/18/08 Ms. Bespalko: Could you clarify that? I don't quite understand what you're asking. Could you just repeat?

Comm. Kerr: If you gather data and you do not have the means whereby you can use that data effectively to change the system, what do you do? Do you shelve it?

Ms. Bespalko: That doesn’t happen.

Comm. Kerr: It’s not happening?

Ms. Bespalko: No, because the data that we receive we have the strategies to implement in the classroom to address the proficient students, the students who are partially proficient, and the students who are advanced. So each classroom is differentiated in their instruction and that is why we get the data. We use that to place the students in tiered groups so we can address those strengths and weaknesses.

Comm. Kerr: I was just trying to respond to something that Dr. Crescione said. She said something about not having the resources and that’s the reason I asked that question. When you gather the data and you do not have the resources if resources are a problem what do we do?

Ms. Ranger-Dobbs: I'd like to address that from School 27’s point of view. Again, we have 933 students and we are overcrowded. There are no AST’s in our building so we have 39 classrooms and 39 teachers, resources teachers, and specialists, but there are no extra personnel in the building. With that we may identify the root causes with us all sitting at the table but we are limited in resources to make sure that we address the root causes that we have identified. I can give you a classic example. My math coach for 933 students teaches two full blocks in the morning for 90 minutes each, takes her lunch, and the she assumes her math coaching responsibilities. So many individuals in the building have taken on four, five and six different hats. That is what we are trying to do to compensate for not having the resources.

Comm. Kerr: I do understand that. In so doing, can we maximize efficiency out of that?

Ms. Ranger-Dobbs: No.

Comm. Kerr: The reason I'm asking that is that we need to get those who can supply resources to change the dynamics of this situation. That’s the reason I'm asking these questions. If there are not adequate resources available to do the job then collecting data alone just won't cut it. So we need to have the resources we can use in order to achieve our goals based on the data.

Comm. Hodges: One of the concerns that I have heard is the concern about teaching to the test. If someone is teaching to the test is that a result of the data analysis or a misapplication?

Dr. Crescione: I don't think it’s possible right now with the tests that are given to our students to teach to the test. It is truly all higher order thinking, summary and analysis. In the old days when you had a lot of multiple choice you could kind of script what you thought was going to be on the test. These tests are far more sophisticated than that. You really need the students to know the skills that they can apply the knowledge in order to be able to do well. I'm happy to say that because I think the NJASK is a higher order thinking test. It is not something that you can teach to. Data assist us. It kind of helps us to differentiate where our students’ strengths and weaknesses are and that is

Page 9 6/18/08 how we utilize it. In terms of resources, I think that Paterson has many resources. Sometimes I think we are rich in resources. What concerns me sometimes is the inequity of resources from building to building with those of us that may be overcrowded, those of us that are not, and those of us that are losing staff and there are issues which I would be more than happy to discuss with you regarding those challenges. But we certainly we are not teaching to a test. This is way beyond that issue.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much.

Comm. Best: I kind of had a loaded question. When assessments and standardized tests are given from the state they are based on the effective implementation of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. They come from the assumption that students are mastering each grade level effectively and therefore base those assessments on that. And the curriculum is written around the assumption that students mastered the previous year’s instruction. I believe that data-driven instruction is probably the most effective type of instruction because it meets students where they current are, not where they should be based upon the state’s requirements. What type of limitations do you find in trying to implement data-driven instruction when it comes to what the core curriculum standards requires you to do? Does that make sense?

Ms. Santa: You are absolutely right. That is how instruction is. Everything is based on the standards and we plan our instruction according to that. What we do with the data as has been explained before is we identify the students and group them according to that. And that goes hand in hand with having the resources to address their needs. So if I'm understanding your question right, I will use an example to try to illustrate what that is all about. In a classroom of 30 students you look at your data and you determine that a third of them are reading below grade level, some are in that middle somewhere, and you have some that are above grade level. You teach to the standards. Everything that is done is based on the standards. That is where the teacher needs to closely plan using her curriculum, differentiated instruction, and learning centers to group the children according to their needs to instruct them at that level without watering it down, because we don't want to do that. So instruction goes in the classroom in a way that all children are exposed to their own grade level material they need in that grade level and then the teachers have to work really hard to meet the needs of all the students that are below the grade level. That speaks to the importance of having the additional staff. In an ideal world in that classroom with 30 children you would have at least another staff member there that could concentrate on the third that is reading below grade level to give them the intense targeted instruction that would help them at least move a year during that year of instruction. I'm sure you are aware of the fact that if they reach the end of third grade and they are not reading on grade level they will struggle from there on. Our struggle in the primary schools is to avoid that, to avoid our K-1, 2, 3 students from reaching the end of Kindergarten reading below grade level or performing in math below grade level. But in order to do that we would need the support of the staff that could then go into that classroom and work in this manner with the students. That is something that all of us are lacking at this point. So the teachers will work to the best of their ability grouping them according to where their needs are and addressing their needs in small groups. Two groups may be doing independent work or working at the computer while she dedicates 20 minutes to the third of the class that is reading below grade level. Is that enough? Is that sufficient? No it isn’t.

Comm. Best: Thank you.

Page 10 6/18/08 Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much ladies. We truly appreciate your presentation. Dr. Glascoe will now give his state district superintendent report.

Dr. Glascoe: Dr. Hodges, you are supposed to announce me as giving the report of the State District Superintendent.

Comm. Hodges: I'm terribly sorry. Apparently Dr. Glascoe is about to give the Report of the State District Superintendent.

REPORT OF STATE DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT

Dr. Glascoe: Before I give this report, I do want to say a little something about the presentation you just saw and try to piggyback on some of the comments and remarks made. These outstanding principals and their great teachers as well as many of our other schools embarked on this journey three years ago. Please understand when they started out in this journey some three years go we had something called Abbott funding and it made a tremendous difference. You heard them talk about their class sizes and additional staff members and things of that nature. So without that funding they have been handicapped. But it doesn’t mean that they are going to back away from taking this position. I may take us a little bit longer than it initially would but as you can see we do have a method to the madness in improving student achievement. As the State District Superintendent initially I was required to present an annual report to the Commissioner of Education and the State Board of Education. In school year 2005- 2006 I was able to do that around January of that school year and I was scheduled for the next year to do the same next thing. Several schedules went by and postponements and it seems as though that is not something that is being done now. My annual report back in 2005-2006 essentially was an overview of everything involved with the district from student achievement to the operations, the things that are going well, and the challenges that are before us. I have taken it upon myself to try to leave you with a final annual report as a means of looking at the district currently, looking at what we have done in the last three years, and talking about the challenges that are still before us. So if you will indulge me I'll try to go through this information as briefly as possible and entertain some questions at the end. This is basically the things that I'm going to try to move through as I mentioned before. These are broad based categories and it would be very difficult to break them down to the minute points for major discussion, but I think you’ll get a picture of these areas as far as an annual report for the school district. This is no news to most of us here in the audience, but I do want to let you know that nearly all of our teachers are highly qualified at this point in time. My last check is that we now only have 23 of our teachers in the entire district with emergency certification. So I think that is a great sense of pride on the part of human resources and everyone that has worked with that. Again, the full background of our district. These number present some challenges especially when you look at the facilities. As I have said many times, our facilities are woefully inadequate. Scott Weiner from the School Development Authority has said that Paterson has the worst facilities in the state. But yet there is great teaching and learning going on, on the backs of some outstanding teachers and administrators. One of the things that we have set out to do with the long-range facilities plan is to reduce the number of leased facilities that we have and you see here we have 14. I just talked about the facility situation. We still have a fair amount of student mobility, but a lot of our mobility is within the district. I think we have dealt with that fairly effectively, especially when we moved away from the seven different whole school reforms and now there is a standard process for curriculum and instruction throughout our district. Facilities challenges put us in a position where we don’t have the space or adequate facilities for many of the programs that we would like to provide our children. It puts us in a situation where we have to

Page 11 6/18/08 spend an enormous amount of money to educate our special education students. Limited English proficient students and special education, because our numbers in special education are very high, these are the challenges that the principals you saw here and the teachers are facing each and every day. So here is our basic strategy. When you take a look at our organization, and I think the principals alluded to it a little bit when they talked about the surrounding departments supporting the schools and providing resources and help to the schools, this is basically a concept of organization. In the business world you might call it matrix management, where we have the operation of the schools as ours customers and the center of attention for all of us. We have our assistant superintendents who act as brokers for services and resources for the individual schools and sometimes buffers. We want our principals to spend as much of their time as humanly possible being instructional leaders. We know there is a fair amount of management and given the challenges within our school district you can find a principal spending more time on the management side than on instructional leadership. So those assistant superintendents support the principals in that manner. Our district leadership is viable and accessible and visible throughout the district. More than pushing the paper and directives we do try to interact with students and staff on a regular basis. This is a definition that we as a leadership body have put together as exactly what we feel accountability is. We want to get away from the notion that accountability is something that you use to play “gotcha.” Simply put, it’s our responsibility. These are the areas that we began working on almost three years ago. I should have said this at the very beginning. This report encompasses what we embarked on in 2005. I want to make that very clear. This report and all of the things that we are going over and the successes that will be noted in this report were started in 2005. So these things were done prior to April 2007. That has to be noted. Just a brief look at progress. Talking about the challenges that we have we made substantial gains with LED students and special education students. In our general education population the percentage of categories improving was about 78%. We just had some scores come in that are not conclusive at this point but this will just give you a quick look. Grade 3 is pretty flat in language arts and slightly up in math as you can see. Grade 4 is up in both. Grade 11 is down in both. On Grades 5 and 8, that information is not available at this time. But here is something I think we need to start taking a look at. The highly proficient area, that blue shade, is bigger than it has been in many years. So it’s beginning to creep in. I think that is the hallmark of student achievement. When your advance proficient area starts improving that means we are really on the right track. Here is another slide. As you can see, the number of proficient students in language arts has increased by nearly 3 percentage points and the number of proficient students in math has climbed by the same amount. Again, look at the advanced proficient scores. They are beginning to increase. The number of advanced proficient students has doubled in math. The number of students demonstrating partial proficiency has increased by 15% in math and by 17% in language arts. Again, connected to what you saw tonight in the presentation using data to inform instruction, this is now a fabric of the school district. We are bringing in new programs to help us improve this method of operation. These are some of the tools that we use with assessments. Probably the new kid on the block would be Performance Matters. This is a tool that is going to be in the hands of our classroom teachers once we get through the vetting process. It has received great acclaim in other places other than New Jersey. I think there were one or two other districts in New Jersey who are new with it as well. You’ve probably heard some comments about School Stat. Let me just give you a quick background. We in education have been saying for some time and we now stand corrected that School Stat was borrowed from the New York police department. They had this process called Com Stat where they would bring in their precinct commanders and take a look at the crime rate, talk about what adjustments to make, and give reasons why the crime rate went up or down, etc. But in actuality it did not

Page 12 6/18/08 originate with the police department. It originated in education through the side door from the business sector. Now we come full circle. The police department started using it, we backed off, and now we are back again and we are using this process. School Stat has been our system of really looking at the data to inform decisions and the directions in which we need to go. Thanks to the Stupski Foundation who has been very generous in providing consultants we have put together a pretty good model that should be expanded down to each and every school. We have started at the central office level and we are now working with our principals. This is a process that principals can even use with their leadership teams. I dare say some of our principals and these outstanding principals who are sitting here tonight, even though they didn’t put a name to it they meet with their leadership teams and it is a form of School Stat. Here is a slide of one of our School Stat meetings. You can see the chart on the overhead and folks sitting around the table asking tough questions and looking for answers or solutions. Here you see just a brief description of School Stat. But the thing that I'm somewhat pleasantly surprised and pleased about is that the New York Times reported on the progress of what we are doing with School Stat and what is happening in our schools. Moving to another category, namely business operations, when I joined the district in 2005 clearly one of my charges was to improve operational procedures. Many of our folks were working extremely hard, but maybe not smart. There were operations that led to waste and inappropriate behavior. So it stands to reason that moving into a new district with this kind of a challenge the business operations would have been one of the top priorities. Thanks to the hard work of our district employees in both the central office and in our schools we are on our way to establishing some very effective business operations. Let’s talk about some of those things now. About a year and a half ago we presented information about our concerns with Food Services. So we put some action plans in place and now you see the results of that. We are moving forward. You can see the operating cost of Food Services has now moved from the red to the black. But I have to say that we are not done yet. There is still much work to be done in this area. That figure of $162,000 in the black is nowhere near the mark that we should be in a school district this size. I could spend a lot of time talking about the facilities challenges, but let me just briefly hit on a few things. 14 of our schools and academies are in leased sites. 27 district schools are in buildings that are 60 years old. Nine of these schools are over 100 years old, built before 1900. Following years of inattention we have been forced to infuse funds to try to take care of a lot of things that were not attended to. I think everyone is aware of the situation we faced in September with the fire department coming into our schools and citing us for fire code violations, and rightly so for most of them. But I must say we were cited for the same fire code violations that had already existed for years and years before this was done. I think that has to be said over and over again. Let me tell you the kinds of folks who are out here working to turn things around. Given that premise and given what we were faced with in September we had to close school one day and there was a long list of schools that the fire department cited as posing an imminent danger. You can't have people in the building and you have got to shut it down. Friday night, all day Saturday, all day Sunday and into the night our staff worked. Come Monday morning of that fateful weekend we only had one facility that was still called an imminent threat or danger to our staff and students. So we instituted a human fire watch. It was costly but we wanted to get school under way. And if you do recall that same week I think the police headquarters was shut down because of fire code violations. But I don't know too much about that. Let’s talk a little bit about our educational experience. I'm really proud of the things that have occurred in curriculum and instruction. You heard a little bit about that with the presentation from the principals. You throw everything into the mix, what we are doing with School Stat, how the learning walks are taking hold, and I can't say enough about the increased personalization with programs like Navigation 101 thanks to the Paterson Education Fund, First Things First as part of the secondary education

Page 13 6/18/08 initiative, and many other programs I could name. When I joined the school district we were without a curriculum and instruction department. The various divisions were weakly linked to each other. Also to deal with the QSAC standards we needed to make sure that we had our curriculum frameworks in place. I'm happy to say that they are in place, but please understand that these things work because of the outstanding work of our teachers and administrators in our schools. Block scheduling, especially on the K-8 scene in 90-minute blocks of instruction for language arts and math certainly support the progress that we are having with our test scores. Here is one thing that I think is noteworthy. When you look at all of this and the other things I think what is happening probably more than it has in the past is that our schools are sharing their best practices. I think they are doing that much more than they ever had before and that certainly is a hallmark of an effective system. Yes the expectations for accountability have increased. I believe that the majority of our schools if not all have really embraced the accountability definition. We accept responsibility as part of the school community to ensure that every child is well served and is performing well. That’s what it’s all about. Everything that we do is geared to that direction. I talked about these programs and the increased personalization. It’s also putting us in the position to increase the rigor in our classes. That is very important. This avenue for students to now take ownership of their education can only reach the stars. In staff development balanced leadership, I think we are becoming a leader with the National Board Certification Program. The staff development division under the leadership of Rosetta Wilson has just done an exceptional job with all of these programs. Balanced leadership is something that is near and dear to my heart. I was fortunate to have leaned my craft in some very high powered leadership training programs. Balanced leadership is taking our emergent leaders, our assistant principals and principals and working them through to provide them with the impetus to be outstanding instructional leaders. One of the things we did with the McKrell Group from Denver, Colorado who is running the balanced leadership program was to ask them not to give us a boiler plate program as they have across the country. We asked them to tailor the program for Paterson Public Schools. There was some mild resistance at the beginning. But now the talk is of doing this in other districts that they are working with. So we are very proud of that. On community engagement, I don't care how good your school district is, you cannot do enough of communicating. Whatever you do you are going to have to top it next week, next month, or next year. So it is an ongoing process to make sure that there is the kind of communication out there that will engage the community as a part of the educational enterprise. We ask our principals to run fall and spring parent forums and topics such as the one you heard tonight and other issues have been a part of those parent forums. So the result I think at this point in time is that we have a community that is very much engaged in the educational process than ever before. But this is just the beginning. We still have to build on that. I would like to think that our community is becoming more and more sophisticated about educational issues. I hope everyone grabbed a copy of the district newsletter. It just came out hot off the presses. In fact, I went by the communications office today. I peeked in because they were folding them and I didn’t want to go in because I was afraid they might ask me to help. But we do have some copies over there on the table. We try to be proactive in reaching out to the media. We have effectively used the media to tell the story of our successes and when things go wrong we have to tell that story as well. So we do this to seek to communicate with all of our constituents, both students and parents. This is a story in itself. Our communications from all the things we have developed and put in place has certainly greatly improved in recent years. Again, we still have some things to improve on and we still have more to do. But when you think in terms of what is on Channel 76 at this time and how the district highlights come out and how people use them, I use the district highlights for my monthly reports. Regarding our district website, I mentioned this in public before and I'm going to say it again. I think it was about a year and a half ago I was at a

Page 14 6/18/08 conference and a well-known superintendent, actually some of you may know her since she was the superintendent in Newark and is now the superintendent in Atlanta, her name is Beverly Hall and I know her by sight but I have not interacted with her. She walked up to me and said, “Are you Michael Glascoe the Superintendent in Paterson?” I said yes and evidently there was a photo of me in the website which she recognized. She said, “I have to tell you, that is one heck of a website. We are borrowing from that website and it’s very good.” For me, hearing that from another highly acclaimed superintendent was just tremendous. So we have 30,000 visitors weekly on this website and we have about 3,500 new visitors each week will tap into the website. One of the things that we attempted to do with this website is not to chase people away. The best way to chase people away from the website is not to change it or update it. So if you go on it one week and you see some things on it then you go on it two weeks later and you see the same things or the calendar doesn’t change or the dates don't change, you don't go back. Well, just visualize there is a photo there somewhere where Laura Constable, Director of Communications, is sitting on the set and she is interviewing two students. This is a demonstration of the many programs. Can you see it folks? I see it is focusing in. But anyhow, she works with the various departments to put these programs on. I have to tell you we have a new program coming out. Alan, I don't know whether it is already out or not, but it is the National History Day Competition. Coming soon to your television sets. Folks, we have students from School 18 and John F. Kennedy High School who are in the national competition. So we have a little program taped the other day to let folks know what is going on. We are very proud of that. Take a look at this information. Everyone knows I like to use data to make decisions and things of that nature. But compare this information to what was in place prior to 2005 and I just ask you to be the judge. I think our staff has done a fantastic job. The thing that I'm a little concerned about is that with all of these things through our communications department with just a handful of people such as technicians and others making it work throughout the district things don't look good on the horizon in the state of New Jersey for communications offices or departments. The recommendation is get rid of them. You have to brand your school district. You have to let people know what your school district is all about. I happen to belong to a superintendent’s think tank called the District Management Council. These are superintendents from all over the country, big time superintendents. We will sit in this so-called think tank and deal with various issues. One of the major topics of last year was communications and how to brand your school district. And as the expert stood before us and started talking about the different things I have to tell you folks, we were right in the ball game. As a result of that some of those superintendents have even come back to us borrowing some of our ideas. So we are very proud of that. On the last slide you saw information about Connect Ed. Here is a graph that tells you what is being done with that. This tells you that it is a very useful tool. I come on on a regular basis with important information. If we have emergency community meeting we can do that by individual schools, by groups of schools, or by the entire district. We use it for school closings. We have a staff member in our office that says, “Dr. Glascoe, I just love your voice when you come on and say school is closed.” Another area that has really supported the mission of our school district and our progress is our human resources department and what they have been doing as far as the recruiting and retaining staff for our district. As you know, we had two job fairs. We had a regular job fair and a specialized job fair. Our attempt is to do these job fairs earlier than other districts to try to get the cream of the crop. Here you see a snapshot of the large job fair that was right here at Kennedy High School. We have a new coach of accountability as you well know. One of the things that has helped us with improving our attendance rates amongst staff is we have a swipe card process. You see us all walking around with our swipe cards. We now have about 95% accuracy with that. If you forget to swipe in or out you get a little notice. From time to time I have forgotten to swipe in or out and Ms. Crawley will send me a notice. I guess

Page 15 6/18/08 it is almost akin to being written up. But she lets me know that I didn’t swipe out the night before and I have to at least document what time I left. Our Human Resources department with all of these things in place achieved a 76% score with the QSAC process. Again, I can't stress enough how important it is to take care of these operational glitches. Most of it equates to money as you see here. Again, these are the things that we put in place prior to April 2007. Here is a graphic that you need to embrace. I think there have been many Board meetings and conversations about our legal fees. We now have in-house counsel which has helped us tremendously. But take a look at these figures over the course of time. Let me break this down even more. Let’s just take a look at the month of May in 2006. Our legal fees where in excess of $121,000 for that month. The following year it had dropped to a little over $81,000. This May of 2008 our legal fees where slightly over $11,000. I have to tell you that is big. As I mentioned before, despite all the challenges we have much to celebrate, but only for a short time because we have to get back to work…(end of tape) (Beginning of new tape)…excellence in education. It said if the male graduation rate increased by 5% New Jersey would gain about $190 million each year and lower crime-related expenses and additional revenue. So, students who drop out each year cost the state about $260 million more for health care during their lifetime. So that’s something to really take a look at. Now, moving forward I was really struck by the comments made by our school Board member Mr. Best about college admissions and things of that nature. The first bullet item on increasing academic rigor and the second bullet item, the SRA, ladies and gentlemen, this district must do all it can to increase academic rigor. We have to get rid of the remedial classes. We cannot continue to do that. Our students will rise to the occasion. In my conversations with students many times they have said, “Give us more rigor.” I have to tell you, I am surprised at our public. I'm surprised that you are not here screaming and yelling about the extraordinary number of our students who are graduating by taking the SRA, the alternate exam, instead of taking and passing the HSPA. We ought to be ashamed and we have got to do something about that. Increasing academic rigor will get us there. We've got to improve those guidance services as you heard tonight. This is the beginning. We must continue to improve those operations. Those poor operations can't leak over and choke our principals from being instructional leaders. That can't continue. We've got to continue to push on those state assessments. And I hope you understand that we made considerable progress with LED students and special education. Look at state assessments around the country. Most other school districts are not making the progress that we have made. As I said before on the graduation rates, and I showed you some statistics on that, those things must happen. In closing ladies and gentlemen, as I said before there is much to celebrate but we can only celebrate for a short period of time because we have got to get back to work with those challenges and more that I listed in summary fashion about where our district should go. We have the wherewithal to do it. Whether we want to do it, whether we want to take the risk to do it, whether we want to go against the grain to do it, whether we want to embrace change to do it is up to us. Thank you very much.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much, Dr. Glascoe. Are there any questions? Dr. Glascoe, the high school numbers are concerning even over and above the SRA testing. Do we have a plan of attack to address those being formulated or developed?

Dr. Glascoe: Yes. The plan is very simple. The secondary education initiative and the small learning communities should meet that challenge head on. There still has to be a push by all of our secondary schools to dismantle the remedial classes and to push our students and hold them accountable.

Page 16 6/18/08 Comm. Hodges: I guess the question may be difficult for you to answer. Is there enough cement in the processes that we have in place that they will endure going forward?

Dr. Glascoe: I believe there is. We have to get some of the things that hinder us from doing that. Some of that is around funding. Some of that is around improving school facilities. But I think we have it before us.

Comm. Best: When you came to the district you set up a flow chart that slightly increased the amount of assistant superintendents. After reviewing it I realized that it all made sense to a lot of people who think we have too many administrators. Would you please explain the logic behind having a deputy assistant superintendent as well as several other assistant superintendents that you added underneath your administration?

Dr. Glascoe: You can look at it two ways. One is by sheer numbers. If you look at the average size of districts in New Jersey there may be 5,000, 3,000, or 2,000 and one school. They have one superintendent. They might have one assistant superintendent and several directors and things of that nature. These assistant superintendents have roughly 13 schools, 13 challenging schools. It’s not like Livingston or Wayne. These are very challenging schools. 13 each, which is larger than most school districts around the state. The other thing is things have not gone well in Paterson for years. And if you think you are going to turn it around with the same horse you have been riding for all these years you are going to have another thing coming. You are going to have to make some massive changes. The amount of things that we face on a regular basis, and you heard these principals talking about, is more than the average school district. So we need more to move the envelope. Absolutely, we need more to do that. As I said before, this organization is a form of matrix management. The four cohort assistant superintendents are not marching on the schools and slapping people around. They are trying to support the effective things that are going on in the schools. They are trying to buffer and allocate resources for their principals and their schools. Yes, their responsibility is to supervise and evaluate. But the first thing they are doing is to do all they can to allow those principals to be instructional leaders. And I think as a result of all those assistant superintendents, you folks be the judge. Tell me what you had prior to 2005 in the way of progress, cost savings, operational procedures, and accountability. Tell me what you had then and tell me what you have now and you decide which one you want.

Comm. Best: In addition to your departure we also have I believe three assistant superintendents that are not returning for different reasons. Do you feel that it’s necessary for the district to keep moving forward that the interim superintendent or the next permanent superintendent find replacements for those assistant superintendents and not find those seats vacant?

Dr. Glascoe: I bought this organization here so I would like to see it continue. But more than that, the one thing that our school district has suffered from is the lack of stability. Here we go again. Trying to reach that level of some stability has been difficult. So I would think that the powers that be in the Department of Education or beyond would take a look at what has happened under the present organization and make some educational decisions as to whether it should continue or not.

Comm. Hodges: Are there any further questions? Thank you, Dr. Glascoe.

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Comm. Hodges: Due to the lateness of the hour I'm going to have a very abbreviated Board president report. There were a number of community forums held to discuss the proposed realignment. I attended three or four of them. What concerns me is that parents understand that these are just proposals. This is not something that is set in stone or is something that is going to happen tomorrow. We have some concerns about the overcrowding situation and some of the other facility challenges that we are facing. We do have to address these situations and we want the community to come together with us to work out solutions that will benefit the entire city. So it’s important that they be apprized of what these concerns are and be given an opportunity to participate in the crafting of these solutions. That’s why we had these forums and we will continue to reach out to them as we determine how we are going to proceed going forward. In regards to the superintendent search process, that was going to be a focus of a lengthy conversation on my part but I'm going to forgo that as well. I will simply say that the Board has submitted names to the state of New Jersey. We are waiting for them to move forward with their search process. Again, the concern for us was that the entire Board was not being committed to do something that the Board is not only capable of doing but has done, which is to choose their next superintendent. They are also not being allowed to in a meaningful manner participate as a Board in this process. While the community has an important role to play, the concern is that picking people who may or may not have any information about what the superintendent has to do, what kinds of challenges the district faces, the educational system at all, or who may not even live in Paterson, picking those people without even so much as an interview is disturbing to us and certainly to me. I'll speak for myself. But in addition to that it smacks of politics as well. When you elevate those individuals over the elected representatives of the City of Paterson and invest in those people the ability to pick and choose the superintendent that the Board is going to have to work with, that to me is disturbing. On Monday there was a discussion with Commissioner Davy about the interim process. Of concern to me is that Monday was the 16th of June and that was the first day we had a conversation. The interim will have to take their seat July 1. There are I think less than eight business days left in the month when they have to come in and transition and that person has not been named. So being able to get a handle on what the concerns are, what the ongoing processes that are in place, the challenges that are facing individual schools, all those are going to have to be shot-gunned for the next individual while some of the principal staff is on vacation, because as you know we are not here in July to a meaningful degree. And by the way, this whole realignment issue which is on the table. Those things were presented to the Commissioner of Education and I certainly hope they are moving forward expeditiously. We have one of our Board members who has decided to leave us for one of the lesser organizations in the city. It’s an interesting position the person takes. We will be putting together a replacement process in the coming days and the community will be notified as to what that replacement process is once the Board has fashioned it in the future. That will be the end of my report. All persons wishing to address the Board I hope you have signed in on the seat. There will be three minutes per person and three minutes per organization. We are going to very carefully adhere to that tonight because we have got less than two hours to do this and address our primary function, which is of course the district agenda.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

It was moved by Comm. Sayegh, seconded by Comm. Kerr that the Public Comments portion of the meeting be opened. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

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Mr. Charles Ferrer: Good evening, Charles Ferrer. I'm glad that you said something about who is supposed to step in by July 1 because that was my first question. Why at this point we don't know? I think back to the last three times the Commissioner was here and there is a saying I guess I get from my grandmother that says “Kill them with kindness.” The last three times when the Commissioner was here the tone of the meetings was not killing it with kindness. Do you know what? When it’s your ball and your bat and your ball field then you play by your rules or we don't play. The only people who are suffering by the fact that we don't know who is going to sit in that chair July 1 is this entire district and most importantly the children. So in the conversations in the future kill her with kindness, give her the rope, and documented it so that if anything falls and goes wrong it all backfires on her. The names that were submitted should have been submitted some time ago. At the Hamilton Club you knew about getting the names together and stuff like that. So if it was submitted then I know you thought about not being part of the process but that’s not the way to go. That’s what they wanted you to do. Kill them with kindness. There’s more than one way to skin a cat. You can catch more flies with honey. They are all old sayings that work very true. There is more than one way to play the game but play the game that is going to be beneficial to you. Right now the game that we played has not been beneficial to us because we still don't have the answers that we need. I looked at your report Dr. Glascoe and I hope it goes online. When we talk about communication sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. Comm. Best was moderator over a forum yesterday and because of lack of communication there was poor turnout for a forum that was very important. There were no phone calls to parents, no letter out to the community, no letters to the school, and people needed to be there, especially when the one gentleman said that the Black and Hispanic community makes 78% of the people in prison in New Jersey. We need to think about that. I'm disappointed on many issues. My last thing Comm. Hodges, I need to know and the public needs to know the truth to the rumors or accusations of the FBI being in here again and taking out records, subpoenas, and whoever.

Comm. Hodges: Please conclude, Mr. Ferrer.

Mr. Ferrer: We want to know who they are subpoenaing and what records are they taking.

Comm. Hodges: Please conclude.

Mr. Ferrer: Let’s not have the same embarrassment for this city that we have had with previous administrations.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much.

Mr. Ferrer: We want to know that and it hasn’t been in the paper like other people.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you. Mr. Ferrer, please. Next speaker please.

Ms. Josephine Chambers: Good evening. My name is Josephine Chambers. I remember very vividly after seeing the program that was shown to us and thinking about the schools and the system. In 1960 I remember sitting on the porch on Matlock Street and a teacher at School 4 where I went to school. So I'm old and you know the school is old. I graduated from School 12 and I was older than School 4. This male teacher said, “I don't care if you learn anyway because I get paid.” I walked around the corner, spoke to the principal and asked who the gentleman was and he told me. Then I didn’t know which way to turn. All I can think of is if he said that and that was in the 1960’s I

Page 19 6/18/08 started thinking about what is happening here now. But we helped it out a whole lot because Vera Thompson including some people sitting in the room got together and the PTA and the principal Mr. Cornish, god rest his soul, said it would never last. It’s not a PTA but I guess they call it now the whole school council because I have gotten out of it since all the kids are grown and gone. I feel that the majority of the schools here are old. School 12 is old. School 4 is old. Eastside is old. Once they were built in the latter years but they are all old. I think about the money that was here which nobody seems to know where the $90 billion went and could have been very easily used to do a little rehabbing in the schools and what have you. All of a sudden we have a fire department that is doing “fire inspections” because they have a Mayor that sits there and tells them to check the school. I understand that because I have always been concerned about children. But they didn’t do that when other administrators were here, such as Mr. D. All of a sudden everything starts going. But what goes around comes around. But I'm going to read this and I'm finished. This was in the paper the other day written by a parent in reference to Dr. Glascoe about him coming in and only giving three years to clean up the political and corrupt… Excuse me?

Comm. Hodges: Ms. Chambers, please finish.

Ms. Chambers: The man was not given the opportunity to fix what has long been broken. This individual stated that they felt all of us were guilty of settling. We fear change. But the school system needs to be fixed not for us but by us. The children of Paterson need Dr. Glascoe. We as adults could have and should have licked our wounds and just let the man do his job. I concur. I thank you for ringing the bell. In the meantime, thank you Dr. Glascoe for the time you have been here and god bless you.

Ms. Myra Pieresci: Good evening, my name is Myra Pieresci. Again, I came here to voice my concerns for School 17 being transferred into School 12. As I told you before I don't know all the logics and all the statistics. All I know is that I just read this report which is the state monitor’s monthly report dated May 31 which actually states that School 12 has 549 students and by moving 156 students it would cause a student count of 705, which is an overage of 155 students. This includes possible fire hazards plus other issues that we don't know such as the fact that they don't have a cafeteria, gym, and other issues. School 17 which is currently working correctly from what I understand has 156 students which are small kids. The facilities are geared for small kids, not for, excuse my French, Great Falls Academy, which are mostly adult 15-year-olds plus. It states that it accommodates 114 to 156. That doesn’t include the height of the kids and the needs of those kids. Another thing I need to ask is what about the closed private schools? Have you looked into those? I know that Our Lady of Lords closed a while back. Maybe you can use that as a lease. I know you are trying to get away from the leases but why break something that is not broken like School 17? If our kids need to master the principles of learning why are you trying to put a small class of approximately 17 students to a bigger class which is going to make the teachers have approximately more than 20 students? Is that going to be a good learning environment for the kids? If that’s the case, when you move the School 17 kids to School 12, are you going to provide additional guidance because you are uprooting them? There are other issues I wish all parents would be informed of because we don't have all the facts. In order to voice our opinions we need all the facts. So we need you to inform us and we need you to be our voice and guide us and mentor us. Otherwise, without the facts how are we going to be behind your backs? Accountability is all our responsibility. It’s not just one person. It is all of us because we all live or work in Paterson. So it should be our pride to say we helped build the system and correct it. If not, we find solutions to try to fix it. We have to do our kids first. Thank you.

Page 20 6/18/08 Dr. Hani Awadallah: Good evening. On Saturday we did have the graduation ceremony for our school which has been going on for the past 11 years. For the past 11 years we have had a very successful program by the testimony of all people who have been attending and who attended on Saturday. On that regard I want to thank Dr. Hodges, Errol Kerr, and Mr. Sayegh. Thank you all for coming. I don't think there is any excuse for the rest of you, although some of you have apologized. They have apologized but all of you were so busy writing when I came here in front of you last month and I told you about our graduation ceremony on the 14th of June. All of you were acting very professionally. For some of you not to be there is totally irresponsible. I want to tell you that. Some of you people think of yourselves as executive. You are not executives. You are members of parliament. You are members of congress and you represent the people. If you really work for the people and you are elected by the people you should have been there. Your not showing up is showing some kind of a stiff upper lip approach for the community and that is unacceptable. Something else I would like to talk about is that our school is not going to melt away and we are not going to disappear, Dr. Glascoe and all of you ladies and gentlemen here. Our program is going to continue and we are going to fight for that program to continue because it really represents what the state of New Jersey says it wants to continue, to make these people, students, and youngsters to be successful members of society. We have 210 students in that program. If you want them to be successful members let them be in that program instead of being on the streets on Saturdays. Ladies and gentlemen, I wish all of you had been in there to see what kind of program we are running. Lastly, I would like to mention some of the things you mentioned Dr. Glascoe about your achievements. I really applaud many of your achievements. But do you know one thing? This goes for you and for many people here also on the Board. You think if you keep the Black and Latino community happy everything is going to be beautiful. That is not the case. Paterson here is a big mosaic of people. There are 4,800 students who are of Arab and Muslim extraction here. There are more than 120 teachers who are of Arab extraction.

Comm. Hodges: Conclude your remarks, please.

Dr. Awadallah: I am finishing up. Finally, I just want to tell you when you take these assignments...

Comm. Hodges: No, Mr. Awadallah. I have a whole agenda tonight. Please we are trying to rush this through.

Dr. Awadallah: With the time you were arguing with me I could have said this.

Comm. Hodges: And your time ran out when I started.

Dr. Awadallah: Okay.

Comm. Hodges: One last sentence sir, please.

Dr. Awadallah: Okay. I'm finishing. I just want to tell you there are 120 teachers of Arab extraction here and not a single one of them is in the vice-principal or principal position. There are some positions which are available to them and one of them speaks five different languages in the International High School. I think he is very qualified to be a vice-principal. Thank you very much, sir.

Mr. Wilkin Santana: My name is Wilkin Santana, 441 E. 27th Street. I'm a Spanish teacher at School 21 and a resident of Paterson. First of all, I would like to congratulate

Page 21 6/18/08 the members of the Paterson 50-Book Club from School 21, Marco, Joel, Janey, Jakaira, Delma, Carolina, Jamely, and Andree. They are part of this club and as a teacher at School 21 and a resident of Paterson I'm very proud that they are reading to achieve and that their parents understand that if children read daily they will have all the opportunities open and available to them and available in the future. They are in the 50- Book Club but they will be in the 51-Book Club because I'm going to give all of them an extra book to read. I would like to thank all the organizations that made this possible. I thank Dr. Glascoe for his service to the children and the people of Paterson. I would like to thank Comm. Sayegh for his service in the Board of Education. And I would like to encourage you to keep representing the interests of the children and the taxpayers and the Board of Education. I have one request. There is a joint committee of the City Council and the Board of Education, an education committee. I would like you to address the problem of people after school and during school sometimes in the back yard of many schools smoking cigarettes. Dr. Hodges, I'm not putting you on the spot, but you are a doctor and I'm sure you understand the severity of second-hand smoke. I'm not talking only about cigarettes. We need to stop smoking in our school grounds. It is despicable to see people smoking in front of children in school grounds. I'm not talking about inside the buildings or in the playgrounds or whatever. After school dismisses you see a bunch of people in many schools and that needs to be one of your priorities. Especially in my school after 4:00 you see people hanging out in the back yard smoking. The police drive around and nothing happens. So Dr. Hodges, you are a doctor and I hope that is one of your priorities. Anyway, as you know I'm a Spanish teacher and I'm an advocate for foreign language learning, not just for Spanish but for Arabic, Mandarin, Chinese, and other languages. The research by the University of Georgia, the Georgia Department of Education, and the College Board shows that children who learn rigorous, challenging and honors AP foreign languages, not necessarily Spanish, but Arabic and other languages, have scored higher in the SAT verbal. So those children who were exposed to a rigorous foreign language education at the high school level were achieving higher verbal scores in the SAT. Just to conclude, I would like to congratulate the Arab School program who celebrated their graduation last Saturday. I apologize I was not able to make it but they are a great asset to our community. Thank you very much and thank you for everything you are doing for the kids. Good night.

Dr. Linda Crescione: Good evening everyone. My name is Dr. Linda Crescione and as you know I'm principal of CJR #9. I've worked in the district for more than 35 years and this is the second time I have addressed the Board and the first time was a few moments ago. When I was asked by Ms. Patterson and Ms. Simon to speak to the Board I was very honored to do this with my fellow colleagues. However, I believe that I would be remiss if I didn’t take this opportunity tonight as a principal and as an advocate for my students and community to talk about the missing piece a little bit more. That missing piece is as you mentioned with all the data in the world we need the human resources so that our teachers can provide the staffing to do the numerous district initiatives, the teaching, the testing requirements, and the small group instruction which is necessary to meet their personalized learning needs. I'm the principal of one of the largest schools in this city. We have over 1,250 students in overcrowded classrooms. As you know, the recent state guidelines mention that there should be in grades K-3 21 students, in grades 4 and 5 23 students, and in grades 6-12 24 students. In my particular building I do not make any one of those categories. I'm overcrowded in every single one of those grade levels. In completing a recent demographic study I find that our enrolment has continued to increase over the past three years and I see no reasons to see that trend is going to change. As a principal I was asked to reduce my academic support staff to reduce the budget deficit. Losing staff is maybe not that important. But even if I lose a few it’s critical to kids’ needs. It’s critical to what they deserve. I'm so

Page 22 6/18/08 saddened that I'm losing staff and by that I'm going to lose student achievement. I ask for an audience to discuss alternatives to this. I was not unfortunately given the opportunity to do it because I believe that as principals we could have come up with alternative solutions which would not have meant cuts in staffing. I need to talk quick because I'm looking at 44 seconds. But I'm going to ask that principals in the future are given a voice for the students that don't have a voice, the teachers that don't have a voice, and the principals that don't have a voice. We need more communication so that we are asked about the important issues regarding student achievement and that we are a part of this process because we truthfully have not been in many situations. So I ask that we are given that opportunity because I think we do have a lot to contribute. I just need to thank Ms. Shafer and people in personnel such as Dr. Carreras who have listened to my many phone calls just to say that they do support us. But we do need to work together and I hope this can improve. Thank you.

Ms. Anna Taliaferro: Don't start that clock until I start speaking. Good evening. Last month I was away at the last Board meeting and I witnessed a Board meeting. Jonathan, I don’t know where you went wrong, but you have gone terribly wrong. Let me just say this to you. You admonish parents for coming out here fighting on one issue that they should be here on many issues. I have had many debates with you at parental involvement at local schools because you said the parents weren’t there but I said they were but sometimes they weren’t always welcome. Let me tell you what I overheard you do, and I hope I never hear you do that again. When Tamika Bolds and Valerie Freeman’s names were called to come to this microphone you were overheard on that mike as saying, “Oh God.” You ought to listen to the last Board meeting. It picked you up very clearly. So let’s be clear about all the things that are going on in this district when you want parental support. First of all, Mike Glascoe when he got here did not even give the parents what they should have had in the elementary schools. The Abbott law says you are supposed to have an HSCL in every elementary school and he promised those folks that, along with a raise and he never did it. He reneged on it. So when I hear that you and Willa Mae Taylor are on the search committee for a superintendent it gives pause to cause for concern. Because let me tell you something. You not only need a superintendent who has the academic credentials. You need a superintendent who is in it not just for the vocation because that is a paycheck. You need one show has a calling. A calling changes lives. We need teachers and administrators in this district who are now going to change lives, not someone who is going to come in here and do it for the paycheck. Lucille Davy is not renewing that contract because she feels as though he got a sweetheart contract from Bill Librera. And you all got played, I'll say it over and over again, by the Commissioner. She knew you were not going to accept Dennis Clancy who is now a real alcoholic. You should see him. He looks a mess and the state brought him in here. Let me say this to the three new Board members. T.J., you better keep asking the right kinds of questions. Wendy Guzman, you better open your mouth. Danny Inoa, you better open your mouth. You haven’t been anointed or crowned and you don't go along to get along with everybody. You ask the questions that are going to empower the children. Waheedah, you are the last one I want to deal with. If I ever hear you scorn parents the way you did at the last meeting. Weren’t you the only one who voted in favor of a school budget that didn’t give kids resources? Did you hear these principals here tonight? They say the real thing is that they need the resources. You are not going to get them without a school budget. So let us not play those silly games. Yes I'm here and I'm back. Button it in and pull it up. I'm on the wall line from now on. If you don't do what you are supposed to do I'm going to pull the covers off you at this Board meeting.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you very much.

Page 23 6/18/08 Ms. Taliaferro: Mark Kramer, you need to answer who is going to be the next superintendent. We need to know. You are a representative of Lucille Davy. So let’s hear it from you.

Comm. Hodges: Ms. Taliaferro, please conclude your remarks.

Ms. Taliaferro: And Jonathan, you ought to be ashamed of yourself. I remember you used to come down off that stage and hit this microphone.

Comm. Hodges: Are you going to conclude your remarks?

Ms. Taliaferro: You were very passionate. I'm going to tell you what my closing remarks are.

Comm. Hodges: Ms. Taliaferro, please conclude your remarks.

Ms. Taliaferro: I'm going to be watching you.

Comm. Hodges: Good. Thank you very much. Ms. Taliaferro, please. Next speaker please. Ms. Taliaferro, please.

Ms. Irene Sterling: My name is Irene Sterling and I'm President of the Paterson Education Fund. Tonight I want to speak on A-41. I know you are going to pass this tonight and I thank you for the $500 towards the refreshments for the 50-Book Club. I'm not going to make you come off the stage because we are in a hurry. But I want to show you and give you the poster Dr. Glascoe of the 1,892 students who read 50 books this year. This is the eighth year that we have done this project together. The names are getting so small we can barely get it all. It will have to be a three-panel next year. I want you to know that the 50-Book Club also gets about $6,000 of resources from the Paterson Education Fund and the Paterson Public Library to make the program happen. We are very pleased at what our students can achieve. But I want to tell you that eight years ago the librarians told Dennis Vroegindewey, who is still the head of media services, and I that there wouldn’t be 100 kids that read 50 books. It has been eight years now and we have nearly 2,000 kids reading 50 books. Our kids can achieve. Our kids can meet any challenge we put before them diligently and we support them on as they struggle to meet that challenge. I urge you to help us work with our new interim and with our new superintendent to continue the progress and to continue giving our kids finally the things that they deserve. For those of you who are free at 2:00 o’clock tomorrow afternoon there is a hearing in Trenton on school construction money. Some of us need to be there. Thank you.

Dr. Glascoe: Can we ask Dennis to stand up and be recognized, please?

Ms. Ruby Cotton: Good evening. My name is Ruby Cotton. I'm the Vice Chair of Region II for Title I. Greetings to Dr. Hodges and Dr. Glascoe. First of all, at last month’s meeting I couldn’t stay because it was running late. But I wanted to congratulate the new members on the Board and that is T.J. Best, Wendy Guzman, Danny Inoa, and Dr. Hodges. Last month I did give Mr. Best and Ms. Guzman a pin. I also have a pin here that I would like to give to Danny and to Dr. Hodges because when you wear this I want you to always remember children are first. I have a pin here that I would like to present to the other two gentlemen I couldn’t do last month. Also, I just wanted to wish you well Dr. Glascoe because you came into our community and you tried to get the community involved. I attended four out of the six zone meetings that you started when you first came here. I also wanted to present to you Dr. Glascoe a

Page 24 6/18/08 Title 1 pin because you have known that I have been struggling to keep the Paterson Public Schools district part of Title 1 for the past six years. So I have a pin here that says “Title 1 – All Children Can Learn.” So I want to wish you well, Dr. Glascoe. Can you come down? You tried to get the community involved and some of us did come to be involved. You tried hard. It was a mess when you got here. It has gotten better, but we are still going to have a lot of challenges we have to overcome. I have always encouraged community members, grandparents, guardians, or even caretakers of children. We need for you to be part of this community. Just join your home school council at your school. Be part of a group. We have a couple of groups that you can be a part of. Be a part of the Parent Leadership Alliance with our president K.C. Be part of our Title I Advisory Board, whose President is Ms. Valerie Freeman. Be part of our Special Services Advisory Board with Ms. Murray. Be part of our Multi-Ethnic Task Force with Mr. Adavo. These are things that we have to do. Don't wait until something happens and then you want to come out to the Board meetings. You need to stay involved and be involved. The last thing I want to say is...

Comm. Hodges: Ms. Cotton, please wrap it up.

Ms. Cotton: The most important thing, and this is to Dr. Fulmore too, is that we must keep our Parent Resource Center open. There are a lot of parents there that need our help and need guidance that they are not getting. So Dr. Glascoe, I wish you well on your venture. Just remember about Title I and Ruby.

It was moved by Comm. Muhammad, seconded by Comm. Taylor that the Public Comments portion of the meeting be closed. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

BOARD COMMENTS

Comm. Muhammad: First of all, let me truly thank those principals that were here tonight and to say to you that I know you are doing a lot with a little, but we do appreciate your hard work. I truly thank you that a lot of your schools do not have suspensions. I'm so grateful for that because it means that you are trying to teach our children within those walls and I thank you again for being here. But for the record, Ms. Taliaferro mentioned that I scorned some parents. If she is talking about the event when parents came and dehumanized students because of a move, yes I will always say to anyone you don't degrade a child for any reason. So if that is what she is talking about, then I will continue to do that. The other thing is that whenever we have a problem we all need to take responsibility for it. I thank you so much Dr. Glascoe for all the things you tried to do for our children and god will truly bless you for that. Thank you and god bless.

Comm. Hodges: Are there any further comments?

Comm. Kerr: Let me also thank the principals for the extraordinary work they are doing in our schools. They are turning out much with very little and we want to thank them very much for their dedication and their commitment to educating our children. We are living in a time when it’s very difficult to achieve the desired educational outcome in a district such as ours. We are faced with many obstacles and challenges. But to this point we are persevering and the only reason we are persevering is simply because we have dedicated principals, teachers, and support staff working with us. I trust they will continue working with the same dedication that they are working today. I just want to quickly say something about Dr. Glascoe tonight being his last official public meeting with us. I tell you my spirit is down tonight. The reason it is down is because I believe

Page 25 6/18/08 Dr. Glascoe has made a marked difference in the development of education in our district. We must remember that when Dr. Glascoe came to this district he did not come to a district that was functioning perfectly. He came to a district that was broken and needed some repairs. So if Dr. Glascoe had come and the status quo remained the same everything would be the same. But he did not do that. He came and he shook things up some. He offended some. But in the process we are all better for it because we have seen improvements in our test scores, in the way our district is organized, and in our leadership of our school district. Therefore, we want to thank you Dr. Glascoe for leading us over these past three years. We know you are not leaving here because you failed but because the system failed you and failed our children. We wish you the best of luck wherever you go. We know you still have a lot to give and you are still willing to give. So we trust that wherever you go in this country you will go with the same commitment and dedication with which you came to us and with which you worked in this district. Thank you Mr. President.

Comm. Inoa: I just wanted to congratulate the principals from BUILD Academy, School 27, School 29, and the Academy of Performing Arts for the great job they have done. That’s what I'm talking about. I delegate functions and I create as well as address those issues. I also want to say something about what Ms. Taliaferro was talking about. Actually I'm here to address issues not to create issues. I believe as James 3:18 says, the peacemakers plant their seed in ground to have justice. That’s what I'm here for. I don't feel bad about what she said but it is hard to understand how a person like her who has been in the community for so many years. How do you think as a Board member I come here to create issues with my colleagues? I'm here to address those issues and to help everybody to get together to be in the same place for the best interest of the children of the City of Paterson and the students. I also want to comment about Dr. Glascoe. I want to congratulate him because I know he is going to do good. I also thank him for what he did when he came to the Board and to the district. He actually approached me and asked me to be part of the Board as part of the Multi- Ethnic Task Force with Dr. Fulmore who is sitting right there and Andre Sayegh who is leaving tonight. He is moving to another level. I want to thank him as well for what he did for me. I really want to say Dr. Glascoe thank you for everything and you did a tremendous job. As Comm. Kerr said before, the district was broken in pieces and you put it back together. It’s not only in paper, but you see the results and people are talking about it. Now I understand what people were saying before and how you moved those teachers to create what you have right now. That was a great job. Thank you very much.

Comm. Best: Originally I wasn’t going to say anything because of the lateness of the time. However, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention a few things. Everyone knows that tonight is Dr. Glascoe’s last public meeting as well as my good friend, Board member, and former Board President Mr. Andre Sayegh who is moving on to the City Council. But in addition to those two figures that we both know of there are other people who work within the district who won't be returning next year and because of that the district will truly be a different place come July 1. In addition to losing our superintendent we are also losing three assistant superintendents who along with Dr. Glascoe have made tremendous contributions to the district and to students’ lives individually. So I would like to thank Ms. Lyde, Ms. Simon, and Dr. Carreras for their hard work and dedicated service to the students in the City of Paterson. I just hope that in addition to finding a competent superintendent that we are also able to replace those three assistant superintendent vacancies with people who will at least attempt to perform on the same level as the three assistant superintendents that we are losing. Also to my good friend Andre Sayegh, we are going to miss you. That means I'm going to have to start coming to the City Council meetings now during the public portion and give you a little bit of

Page 26 6/18/08 what you have been missing here at the Board of Education. Thank you again for all of your work and service as well as to you, Dr. Glascoe. You will truly be missed.

Comm. Hodges: Very quickly, a number of points to address what was mentioned in the public portion. Number one, about dealing with the Department of Education, I will tell you that this past Tuesday was the first cordial conversation I have ever had with this particular Commissioner of Education, though I have had conversations with other commissioners of education, a number of them. So it is not for me a dispositional concern but a situational one. I am more than happy to work with the Department of Education, the Governor’s office, or anybody else and have done so in the past to advance the education of children of Paterson. The Board of Education is not what is delaying the process. From what I understand they still have not formulized a search firm. So we are not holding up the works and it was not because of our delay. What we were holding out for was the right for this entire Board to do its job and represent the people of Paterson in finding the best superintendent for our children. I do not apologize for trying to push that agenda and I'm still going to take every opportunity going forward to do so. If I had thought that this political process that was put in place would do that then I would have been very happy to be silent. But I do not think that after spending six years to remove politics and the political influence and the special interests from preying on this system and its children to the tune of $50 million and above I'm not about to turn my back on that effort and say state, go ahead and reinstitute it with this nonsense of a process you have put in place. All you are doing is bringing in people who are brought in a political process to make decisions about something many of them don't have adequate information on. Finally, the last remarks regarding my treatment of parents. I think the first words I said was that I applauded parents…(end of tape) (Beginning of new tape)…I applauded them for coming and I talked about how important it was for them to be there and not to focus on a very narrow issue because we need their engagement, which I believe is what the Parent Resource Center is also supposed to encourage. So what I did was say to people it’s important to come out and address these issues and others. You heard earlier about the SRA where parents are relatively silent in this community about the fact that 71% of the graduation is occurring through the SRA process at Eastside High School and 61% at Kennedy. These are abysmal numbers that we have got to get a handle on. So if you are able to hear about realignment then you can hear about those test scores. And you have to be as exercised, as determined, as angry about those situations that affect the livelihood and educational well-being of your children going forward as does these facilities issues. So I welcome parental engagement. I hope that parents do get fired up and stay involved because their involvement is extremely necessary for us a community to craft new and exciting approaches and solutions to the challenges this district faces. Lastly, to my colleague Mr. Sayegh, this is his last public meeting with us. He is going to be visiting or working with a lesser agency for the city. I wish him the best success. It has been a pleasure over these years fighting for advancement and progress in our district at his side and I'm certain that he’ll be bringing that same courage, determination, and consideration to the... What council is that you are on? Whatever agency you are moving to, I believe it is the City Council. Best of luck! Dr. Glascoe, I remember the first night you came into this very building. It was a hot night then and I guess it hasn’t gotten any cooler. I think I said to you you're coming to a very challenging place. We have different challenges ahead of us and because of your tenure some of the groundwork has been laid for substantial progress going forward. You have endured a very difficult process and you have dedicated your time and efforts to the interest of advancing student education in this community. For that I'm exceedingly grateful. You have been asked to endure a very difficult process and set of challenges given the entrenched interests that we asked you with full knowledge to take on and disrupt and change for the betterment of our children. This Board understood

Page 27 6/18/08 that we could not move forward and do better if we were going to proceed as we had in the past. And we have sacrificed you unfortunately on the efforts of making it clear to this community that what has happened in the past cannot continue if we are truly to grow and if our children are to succeed educationally. I thank you for those years of service. I wish you the very best in your future endeavors and I know wherever you decide to go your efforts will be equally well received. Thank you very much.

GENERAL BUSINESS

Items Requiring a Vote

PRESENTATION OF MINUTES

Comm. Hodges presented the minutes of the May 7, 2008 Workshop Meeting and the May 21, 2008 Regular Meeting, and asked if there were any questions or comments on the minutes.

It was moved by Comm. Sayegh, seconded by Comm. Muhammad that the minutes be accepted with any necessary corrections. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE

Comm. Taylor reported that the Curriculum and Instruction Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution Nos. A-1 through A-46:

Resolution No. A-1

WHEREAS, Workforce Investment Board of Passaic County provides funding to support approved secondary career and technical education programs; and

WHEREAS, the application in the amount of $97,359.00 is anticipated to be expended within the following categories:

Name of Account Amount Stipends/Salaries $75,180.00 General Supplies $11,760.00 Employee Benefits $5,751.00 Other Objects (Travel) $4,668.00 Total $97,359.00

WHEREAS, there are no matching funds requirements for the Paterson Public Schools within this grant; and

WHEREAS, the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education will be responsible for the district complying with the terms and conditions of the grant and will make every effort to target grant funds for the academic advancement and achievement of the students and expend the funds in the most effective and efficient manner;

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education supports the submission of the application for the funds from the County of Passaic in the amount of $97,359.00 for the grant period of 7/1/2008 through 6/30/2009 for the purposes stated above.

Page 28 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-2

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is requesting proposals for employment and training services for youth and has issued a solicitation to the Paterson Public School District’s Paterson Adult School as a provider of out-of-school youth services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Adult School is currently operating the New Jersey Youth Corps program with supplemental funding from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development in order to assist young adults ages (16-21) who have dropped out of High School in successfully transitioning to employment, college, or additional training by obtaining a state-issued high school diploma, by receiving career counseling and employability skills instruction and by engaging in meaningful community service activities; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Adult School wishes to operate a 2008-2009 Program for Youth in conjunction with the New Jersey Youth Corps program; and

WHEREAS, the anticipated amount of $463,671 will be expended within the following categories:

1. Instructional Salaries $ 260,405 2. Personnel Benefits $ 59,853 3. General supplies and materials $ 12,983 4. Stipends for students $ 90,200 5. Salaries of Teacher Stipends $ 13,940 6. Staff travel (mileage) $ 400 7. Behind the wheel driving instructions $ 5,200 8. General supplies & materials $ 6,240 9. Misc. Purchase & services $ 4,800 10. Other objects $ 9,650 ______$ 463,671

WHEREAS, there are no matching fund requirements within this grant; and

WHEREAS, the Assistant Superintendent of Community Service will be responsible for the district complying with the terms and conditions of the grant and will make every effort to target grant funds for the academic advancement and achievement of the students and expend the funds in the most effective and efficient manner;

NOW BE IT RESOLVED, that permission is granted to the Paterson Adult School to respond to the RFP for Youth Programs being offered by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development for the project period July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009, in the amount of $ 463,671.

Resolution No. A-3

WHEREAS, the Collaborative Assessment and Planning for Achievement (C.A.P.A.) visits for School 6, School 8, School 21, and School 26 have been completed by the N.J.D.O.E. as mandated by the N.C.L.B. Act for schools “in need of improvement;” and

WHEREAS, the N.J.D.O.E. has submitted their report which contains commendations, findings, next steps and recommendations. Subsequently the responsible Paterson

Page 29 6/18/08 Public Schools Departments have collaboratively formulated a plan based upon said findings and recommendations; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we submit for approval the Restructuring Plans for the above mentioned schools, that will implement any major restructuring of the school’s governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set forth in the No Child Left Behind Act based upon the recommendations of the N.J.D.O.E. and the C.A.P.A. review process which enables districts and schools to evaluate the effectiveness of their efforts to increase student achievement and identify successful, instructional and curricular approaches.

Resolution No. A-4

World Language Curriculum Frameworks for Grades K-8

Introduction: The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires district Boards of Education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) stipulates that district curriculum supports student achievement of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in every school for all students; and

WHEREAS, NJQSAC District Performance Review (DPR) requires Boards of Education to approve written curricula that aligns with the most recent State Board approved version of the NJCCCS (2004); and

WHEREAS, the district assures that the curricula of World Languages (K-8) includes content to be mastered for each grade and grade level benchmarks; therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools approves the curricula Frameworks for use in the district’s schools for the 2008-2009 school year or until such time as they may be modified and presented to the Paterson Board of Education for review and approval;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost for implementing the World Language Frameworks for the 2008-2009 school year has been budgeted in the 2008-2009 fiscal year and will require the district to expend approximately $ 236,400 from the 2008-2009 school year.

Items Approximate Cost Textbooks $166,400.00 Supplies $ 4,000.00 $ 66,000.00 Total Cost $236,400.00

Resolution No. A-5

The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires district boards of education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

Page 30 6/18/08 WHEREAS, New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) stipulates that district curriculum supports student achievement of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in every school for all students; and

WHEREAS, NJQSAC District Performance Review (DPR) requires the board of education to approve the purchase of instructional equipment for curricula that aligns with the most recent State Board approved version of the NJCCCS (2004); and

WHEREAS, the district assures that essential instructional materials specified in the Paterson Curriculum Framework to address the content and benchmarks are available;

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools approve the purchase of Introduction to Technology textbooks in grades 5-8; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost of implementing the approved Applied Technology Curriculum Frameworks (Technology Education grades 5-8) for the 2008- 2009 School Year has been budgeted in the 2008-2009 fiscal year and will require the district to expend approximately from the 2008-2009 school year.

Textbook (adoption) $ 7,680

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that classroom instructional upgrades to accommodate the framework would impact the 2009-2010 fiscal year and may require the district to expend approximately $ 65,000 from the 2009-2010 school year as summarized below:

Instructional Equipment $ 60,000 Software $ 5,000

Resolution No. A-6

The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires district boards of education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) stipulates that district curriculum supports student achievement of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in every school for all students; and

WHEREAS, NJQSAC District Performance Review (DPR) requires the board of education to approve written curricula that aligns with the most recent State Board approved version of the NJCCCS (2004); and

WHEREAS, the district assures that curricula of the Family and Consumer Sciences Department specifies content to be mastered for each elective course in terms of level and NJCCCS benchmark integration; therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools approve the Family and Consumer Sciences course guides for secondary grades 9-12 of Child Development I and Child Development II for use during the 2008-2009 school year until such time as they may be modified and presented to the Paterson Board of Education for review and approval; and

Page 31 6/18/08 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the anticipated cost for the implementation of this curricula would impact the 2009-2010 fiscal year and may require the district to expend approximately $ 65,000 from the 2009-2010 school year as summarized below:

Instructional Equipment $60,000 Software $ 5,000

Resolution No. A-7

The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires district boards of education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) stipulates that district curriculum supports student achievement of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in every school for all students; and

WHEREAS, NJQSAC District Performance Review (DPR) requires the board of education to approve written curricula that aligns with the most recent State Board approved version of the NJCCCS (2004); and

WHEREAS, the Secondary Education Initiative outlines content-specific readiness indicators and promotes development of a benchmark proficiency progression that addresses basic, proficient, and advanced levels of achievement; and

WHEREAS, the district ensures that the high school Language Arts curriculum specifies skills and concepts to be mastered and is aligned with the goals of the Secondary Education Initiative by including benchmarks that reflect a skill proficiency spiral designed to challenge students and prepare them for success in college;

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the PPS approves the revisions and additions tot he high school Language Arts curriculum frameworks for use in grades 9-12 in the district’s schools during the 2008-2009 school year until such time as they may be modified and presented to the Paterson Board of Education for review and approval; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that there is no additional anticipated cost for the implementation of the Language Arts curricula.

Resolution No. A-8

2008-2009 Textbook Adoption for the Mathematics Department

Introduction: The Curriculum and Instruction Department of the Paterson Public Schools District have developed a protocol for the development of Curriculum Frameworks in alignment with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in correlation with the bylaws of the Board of Education, thus ensuring that all textbooks support and enrich the curriculum and make possible the achievement of the district’s instructional goals by using current textbooks and support resources that represent and embody a balanced representation of gender and ethnic groups; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) Section C named Instruction states, “The district requires and verifies that instructional materials and software: a. Are aligned with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content

Page 32 6/18/08 Standards and the board-approved curriculum; b. Are age and developmentally appropriate, responsive to diversity, and further student learning”; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has developed a Five Year Curriculum Planning and Evaluation Schedule that was adopted by the Board of Education on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 that requires all departments to go through an evaluation, implementation/monitoring and planning research regarding all curriculum textbooks and testing practices to provide all children with experiences in those areas which are essential to a sound education; and

WHEREAS, current textbooks are in use and were approved by the Paterson Board of Education at its April 30, 2008 meeting:

Textbook/Resources Publishing Targeted Grade Level Company Houghton Mifflin Math Houghton Mifflin K-5 Holt Mathematics – Book 1 McDougal Littell 6 Holt Mathematics – Book 2 McDougal Littell 7 Holt Mathematics – Book 3 McDougal Littell 8 Algebra: Structure and Method Book 1 McDougal Littell 9 Algebra 1 McDougal Littell 9 Basic Algebra McDougal Littell 10 Geometry Holt 10 Geometry McDougal Littell 10 Geometry Globe 10 Algebra & Trigonometry McDougal Littell 11 Algebra 2 McDougal Littell 11 New Views Course 1 Ed Design 11 Pre Calculus: Graphical, Pearson 11, 12 Algebraic, Numerical The Official SAT College Board 11, 12 Calculus Wiley 12 Brief Calculus McDougal Littell 12 C++ How to Program Prentice Hall 12 Houghton Mifflin Mathematics Houghton Mifflin K-5 Bilingual Pasaporte McDougal Littell 6-8 Bilingual

WHEREAS, curriculum planning, budgeting, staffing and staff development must be interrelated to ensure efficient program implementation, wherein the Mathematics Department has identified five professional development sessions to introduce teachers to the expectations regarding implementation. These dates have been identified: Monday, June 2, 2008 – Friday, June 6, 2008 at a location to be determined; and

NOW BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools District Board of Education approves the adoption of the following instructional textbooks inclusive of resource materials for grades six through eight.

Textbook/Resources Publishing Company Targeted Grade Level Holt Mathematics 2007 Holt, Rinehart and Winston 6-8

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost of the adoption has been budgeted in the 2008-2009 fiscal year and will require the district to expend approximately $ 435,000 from the 2008-2009 school year.

Page 33 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-9

Report on Professional Learning in Abbott School Districts (District Staff Development Plan) 2008-2009

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School Report on Professional Learning in Abbott School District (District Staff Development Plan) summarizes professional learning opportunities across the district; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to supporting the improvement of teacher quality through staff development and the district values collaboration among its teaching staff and administrators and supports the implementation of professional learning opportunities in and across schools; and

WHEREAS, the district supports a unified, cohesive delivery of quality professional development led by the district central office with significant input from school-based staff; and

WHEREAS, the district on accordance to Abbott Regulation N.J.A.C. 6A:10-2.6 mandates the implementation of collaborative learning communities at the building level which support a culture of continuous professional inquiry focused on improving student achievement; and

WHEREAS, the district-wide Expanded Local Professional Development Committee (ELPDC) reviewed school reports to identify common needs and opportunities for staff development; ensured that staff development is aligned with the “Two-Year Report on Instructional Priorities,” NJQSAC, and CAPA recommendation; and identified ways the district will support school plans; and

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools Board of Education approve expending the funds to implement the professional development plan:

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the implementation of professional development will require the 2008-2009 and future budgets to fund approximately $1,927,894.00 in order to maintain the professional development program.

Resolution No. A-10

Balanced Leadership 2008-2009

During the 2007-2008 school year, the Educational Information & Resource Center (EIRC) provided professional development to a group of Principals (Year 1), Vice Principals/Academic Leads (Year 2), and Aspiring Leaders (Year 1 & 2) the Paterson School District. The goal was to provide intensive leadership training to assist both current and potential school leaders to increase their effectiveness and raise student achievement in the Paterson Schools. All training was based on the Balanced Leadership Framework, developed by the Mid-continent Research for Educational and Learning (McREL) in Denver, Colorado.

McREL conducted extensive research studies examining the relationship between principal leadership and student achievement. The research found that principal leadership and student learning are related and identified 21 leadership responsibilities and 66 associated practices that have a significant impact on student achievement. It

Page 34 6/18/08 also found that leadership effectiveness was related to the change efforts that take place in a school setting. The program is designed to provide leaders with guidance efforts that take school improvements are most likely to raise student achievement, but also how to effectively guide and sustain positive change efforts. Total cost for the 2007-2008 program was $177,750.00.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need to continue the development of its current, new, and aspiring leaders and seeks to build the capacity of its administrators to be effective change agents; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District understands the need for a continuum of learning and common language among the administrators; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes recommendations made in its most recent organizational Assessment which stated the need to ensure building leaders are highly skilled in instructional leadership, management, strategic planning, analysis and use of data for decision-making, change management, community building, and equity-based reform; and

WHEREAS, the board attorney has reviewed the contract or proposal and found it to be acceptable as written;

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District contract EIRC to provide professional development services (Balanced Leadership Training) during the 2008- 2009 school year at a cost of $121,500.00, as follows:

Administrative Cohort:

Included Services Fee for Services Balanced Leadership Training consisting of four two-day modules, $ 41,500 provided to one consortia, each consisting of up to 40 participants. Eight total training days. All session instructional manuals and materials, including copies No additional cost of School Leadership That Works for each participant. Four design team or District meetings, briefings, or consultations No additional cost at the request of project partners for planning and collaboration. EIRC facilitators will assist in the development of online No additional cost resources and discussions and collaborate with the Paterson project liaison to develop dates and logistics to effectively utilize this consortium resource. Online discussions will be designed to support project goals between training sessions, encourage communication among participants, and monitor project progress and impact. Travel and expenses for two facilitators No additional cost Board of Education briefing (optional) No additional cost Total cost of direct services as outlined above $ 41,500

Principals and Aspiring Administrators Included Services Fee for Services Year 2 Balances Leadership Training consisting of three two-day $ 80,000 modules and two one-day inter-sessions provided to one 1Consortia@ $38,500 consortium (principals) of up to 25 participants and one 1Consortium@ $41,500 consortium of up to 40 participants (aspiring leaders). All sessions instructional manuals and materials No additional cost Four design team or District meetings, briefings, or consultations No additional cost

Page 35 6/18/08 at the request of project partners for planning and collaboration. EIRC facilitators will assist in the development of online No additional cost resources and discussions and collaborate with the Paterson project liaison to develop dates and logistics to effectively utilize this consortium resource. Online discussions will be designed to support project goals between training sessions, encourage communication among participants, and monitor project progress and impact. Travel and expenses for two facilitators No additional cost Total cost of direct services as outlined above $ 80,000

Total Amount of Training Proposal $121,500

Resolution No. A-11

National Board Certification Program (NBCT)

National Board Certification (NBCT) is a voluntary process which provides a choice for experienced teachers to seek advanced certification and validation of their skills. The National Board Certification measures a teacher’s practice against high and rigorous research-based standards. The process is an extensive series of performance-based assessments that includes: teaching portfolios, student work samples, videotapes, and thorough analysis of the teacher’s classroom teaching and student learning.

The National Board’s mission is to advance the quality of teaching and learning by: • Maintaining high and rigorous standards for what accomplished teachers should know and be able to do, • Providing a national voluntary system certifying teachers who meet these standards, and • Advocating related education reforms to integrate National Board Certification in American education and to capitalize on the expertise of National Board Certified Teachers.

The Paterson Public School District began providing formal support to NBCT candidates during the 2005-2006 school year. This support included providing supplies and materials for participants, as well as partnering with the Education Information Resource Center (EIRC) to sponsor monthly instructional support classes held on Saturdays to assist candidates with preparing portfolios and meeting all assessment requirements. In 2006-2007 school year, the district was fortunate enough to begin a summer session in August with monthly Saturday sessions for follow-up instructional support. The District seeks to continue support in the 2008-2009 school year.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need to continue the development of the National Board Certified Teacher candidates during 2008-2009 school year to advocate for high quality teaching; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District seeks to continue partnership with the Education Information Resource Center (EIRC) to provide instructional support classes during the summer (2008) session and monthly Saturday classes facilitated by instructors who have already obtained National Board Certification; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District provide support for the NBCT candidates in the total amount of $12,500.00 to include the cost of participation in a

Page 36 6/18/08 summer session as well as monthly Saturday support classes in partnership with the Education Information Resource Center (EIRC).

National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) Expenditures 2008-2009

Steps Descriptions Participants Amount Per Total Amount Person Level 1 Candidates who will 10 $ 500.00 $ 5,000.00 participate in the summer session as well as Saturday monthly support classes during the school year

Level 2 Advanced Candidates, 10 $ 750.00 $ 7,500.00 individuals who need additional support in year 2 Total $12,500.00

Resolution No. A-12

2008-2009 Framework for New Teacher Induction and Mentoring

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District will hire over 40 new teachers for the 2008-2009 school year, as well as continue to support over 160 teachers who are in year one and two; and

WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:9-8 requires districts to provide mentors with comprehensive training and support that will guide novice teachers in aligning their teaching with the Professional Development Standards for teachers; now

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School Board approves the District’s Framework for Novice Teacher Development and Mentoring for the 2008-2009 school year and expending the funds to include the following:

1. A three-day induction for novice teachers in collaboration with the Department of Human Resources will be held on August 27, 28, and 29, 2008.

Goals: • To support and retain teachers newly hired by the district • To convey a culture of teacher support throughout the district • To introduce the norms, policies, and procedures of the Paterson Public Schools • To set clear goals and objectives for classroom practice • To encourage new teachers to be reflective and self-assessing • To increase student achievement by supporting instruction, planning, and classroom management • To introduce district initiatives and curriculum

Cost stipends for planning, meeting and workshop session: 78 hours x $ 34 = $ 2652

2. Training for experienced mentors in questioning and critical thinking skills through a partnership with Montclair State University’s Institute for Advancement of Philosophy for Children

Page 37 6/18/08 Tentative dates for training are September 23, 24, 2008 and January 26, 27, 28, 2009

Consultant fee: $ 750 per day x 5 days = $ 3750

Training will be scaffold. New mentor teachers will be trained, by the district, in the following Instructional mentoring

• Expectations of mentors • Praxis III Frameworks • Tools for mentoring • Planning for instruction • Building relationships • Motivating novice teacher

Observational Strategies

• Providing feedback • Reflective conversation

Tentative date for district training is September 22, 2008

3. Training for year one and year two teachers in best practices by veteran teachers with an opportunity for reflective conversations.

Month Topic October 2008 Classroom Management I November 2008 Rubrics, Grading and Assessment December 2008 Differentiated Instruction January 2009 Critical Thinking and Questioning February 2009 Classroom Management II May 2009 End of the Year Procedures

Cost of stipends for planning, meeting and workshop session: 54 hours x $ 34 = $1836. Inclusive of grades 1-12

4. The district will offer on-line courses for novice teachers though the Paterson Public Schools On-Line Professional Development Institute. District subscription cost. (Pending budget approval) 60 teachers x $ 50 per teacher = $ 3,000

5. Data gathering from mentor and novice teacher surveys.

6. Opportunities for mentor and novice teachers to meet during the school day for observation and modeling.

Total cost of the program is $11,238

Resolution No. A-13

The Paterson School District Counseling Division recognizes the need to provide personalization at the high school level as required by the state mandated secondary education initiative and pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: 8-3.2. Student and Family Advocacy is a personalization strategy that provides all students with the support they need to be

Page 38 6/18/08 successful, feel connected to school, and graduate ready for postsecondary education and high quality careers.

WHEREAS, the Princeton Center for Leadership training is an independent, non-profit organization that designs and delivers customized training to prepare teachers, counselors, and administrators to implement positive changes in their schools; and

WHEREAS, the Princeton Center for Leadership Training has a 20-year record of establishing long-term partnerships with schools and communities; and

WHEREAS, the Princeton Center for Leadership Training has delivered leadership training in hundreds of schools and communities with educators from every county in New Jersey, as well as in twelve other states and countries; and

WHEREAS, the Princeton Center for Leadership Training, will train 80 staff members who will turnkey four work group sessions in September and October, reaching all high school faculty during their common planning time in preparation for becoming a Student and Family Advocate beginning in November 2008; and

WHEREAS, the two day training will take place on June 11-12, 2008 at a district approved facility in Paterson; and

WHEREAS, the student/family advocacy training, will promote collegiality, collaboration, and practical solutions to complex problems in reference to student/family advocacy; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools Board of Education approve the agreement between the Princeton Center for Leadership Training and the Paterson School District from May 23, 2008 to June 30, 2008 to provide student/family advocacy training in the amount of $10,000.00.

Resolution No. A-14

Current federal and state legislation requires school districts to align instructional objectives, teaching methods, and local and state standards. To ensure student achievement in the area of literacy, it is also required that schools receive site-based professional development based on the needs of teachers and students. Paterson Public Schools understand that each district, and each school within the district, like each student, has particularized and individualized needs. Paterson Public Schools is dedicated to providing teachers with site-based job-embedded professional development that will increase their knowledge of research based best practices and pedagogy to support student achievement in Language Arts/Literacy (LAL). The Schillinger Group does not believe in “one-size fits all” educational reform. The Schillinger Group is dedicated to demonstrating best practices aligned with existing and ongoing initiatives in instructional pedagogy and curriculum design and execution. They believe in showing teachers rather than telling teachers about the practices that can dramatically improve student achievement on high-stakes State Examinations (NJASK 6, 7 and 8).

Based on an analysis of the 2007 LAL NJASK scores for grades 5-7, staff development is needed in instructional strategies in the area of writing. The Schillinger Group’s S.T.A.R. Program (Sort your Data, Target your Teaching, Add Practice Tim, and Respond to Individual Needs) was selected to provide professional development in the

Page 39 6/18/08 following schools which are in “status” (schools in need of improvement due to middle school literacy): Schools 3, 4, 6, 8, 21, and MLK.

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools is dedicated to providing professional development that will improve the quality of teaching, and based on the recommendation of the State District Superintendent, Office of Staff Development and Office of Elementary Literacy K-8; and

WHEREAS, the Schillinger Group is an educational consulting firm specializing in site- based professional development in literacy instruction. Their work is designed to increase student achievement and teacher capacity. The Schillinger Group LLC will provide a comprehensive professional development program that consists of 23 days for grades 6-8 LAL teachers. The S.T.A.R. Program (Sort your Data, Target your Teaching, Add Practice Tim, and Respond to Individual Needs) has been identified as site-based professional development that will support the needs of teachers and students, and will have positive impact on student achievement in Language Arts/Literacy; and

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools seeks to build capacity within the district for teachers and coaches to improve classroom instruction for all teachers, and bridge the achievement gap for students; and

WHEREAS, the Schillinger Group LLC has been selected to train 25 LAL classroom teachers, 6 building based coaches, and 7 district level staff (to build capacity within the district).

The Following are the scheduled/proposed staff development days:

Middle School Literacy Summer Institute for August 19th, 20th, and 21st, 2008 LAL teachers

3 days in classroom modeling September, October, November, January, February, and April (dates TBD based on school calendar)

1 day overview with the Principals Tentatively September 5th, 2008 (TBD based on school calendar)

4 half day sessions with the district level and Dates TBD building based literacy coaches

WHEREAS, the board attorney has reviewed the attached proposal and found it to be the terms acceptable as written;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves hiring the services of the Schillinger Group LLC to train 25 LAL classroom teachers, 6 building based literacy coaches, and 7 district level staff for 23 days beginning August 2008 and ending June 30, 2009 for a total not to exceed $32, 750.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Page 40 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-15

School Number 5 Partnership with William Paterson University

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) has granted the 2007 school improvement funds under section 1003(g) of the Elementary and Secondary Act (ESEA) to six Title I schools in Year 6 and Year 7; and

WHEREAS, the intent of this grant is to direct these resources to support the implementation of designated federal improvement strategies; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase order will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and

WHEREAS, the services herein were in the original budget and funding for the same are available in the account listed below; now

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the contract with School Number 5 and William Paterson University to provide three (3) Professors in Residence including one (1) PIR for Mathematics, one (1) PIR for Language Arts, and one (1) PIR for Special Education, as well as faculty mentoring for these Professors in Residence. Additionally, the consultant will provide two (2) professional development days, tutors who will focus upon the needs of School #5 students in the areas of Mathematics, Language Arts, and Special Education for sixteen sessions (tutors assigned will be graduates or current candidates of William Paterson University programs), one (1) instructor to provide a graduate level course to School #5 staff, and the assignment and monitoring of Pre-Service teachers by WPU faculty. An advisory committee will serve to monitor, assess and provide feedback on the overall program. As such, the Consultant will facilitate the participation of the WPU dean, associate dean, WPU faculty mentors, and PIRs in the advisory committee that will meet with School #5 stakeholders a minimum of once a semester or as needed for an amount not to exceed $28, 925 for the period beginning August 1, 2008 through August 31, 2009.

Resolution No. A-16

WHEREAS, Paterson Public School #14 decided to continue with Reading Recovery Program, Year 7; and

WHEREAS, the above named school wishes to continue to implement the Reading Recovery Program; and

WHEREAS, the above named school will continue its affiliation with the Newark Public School District for the purpose of staff development training for the Reading Recovery Program; now

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Reading Recovery contract with the Newark Public Schools System to provide training throughout the 2007-2008 school year total rate of $700.00.

Page 41 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-17

Turning Point Student Response Systems

WHEREAS, the Board of Education’s Use of Technology policy encourages and supports staff use of technology as a component of the learning process; and

WHEREAS, the District Technology Plan defines the curricular and instructional need for new technologies via a software selection committee; and

WHEREAS, the software selection committee has identified the Turning Point Student Response System as a curricular and instructional need; and

WHEREAS, the Turning Point Student Response System constitutes educational goods and services and is specialized computer software, as per NJ Law 18A:18A-5(5), which automatically creates assessments aligned to state standards within PowerPoint; and

WHEREAS, the Turning Point Student Response System allows personalized student engagement in the learning process with immediately displayed feedback, encourages critical thought processes, provides instructors with the ability to customize instruction and monitor student progress;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the expenditure of $39,948.90 to provide 36 Turning Point Student Response Systems to the schools to enhance the learning process for students; and also

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost of implementing the Turning Point Student Response System has been budgeted in the 2008-2009 NCLB Title I Grant.

Resolution No. A-18

WHEREAS, New Jersey After 3 is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to expanding after-school opportunities for New Jersey children. Its vision is for all New Jersey children to have the opportunity to participate in high-quality, comprehensive, structured, supervised and enriching after-school activities; and

WHEREAS, this partnership between the corporate community with support and leadership; the public sector with critical government funding; the non-profits that deliver the high-quality services to our children; and the schools with teachers and principals to help guide our children will greatly benefit our families and the community; and

WHEREAS, NJ After 3 programs are critical for families because they provide a safe and structured environment for children during traditional work hours; and

WHEREAS, the YMCA of Paterson will serve Alexander Hamilton Academy, Norman S. Weir School, School 28 and School 1 students; William Paterson University will serve School 27 students; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools accepts the above organization to apply for funds to the NJ After 3 Corporation to provide after-school activities for 456 students AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT.

Page 42 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-19

William Paterson University After-School Instrumental Music Enrichment Program

WHEREAS, research supports the notion that success in music has a positive impact on children’s education, and that after-school enrichment and practice are critical for success in instrumental music; and

WHEREAS, William Paterson University has secured a four-year grant from the Muna and Basem Hishmeh Foundation, Inc, for students and faculty from William Paterson University to provide instrumental music and music technology enrichment to approximately fifty students of Paterson Public Schools in grades four through eight at no cost to the district; and

WHEREAS, the grant project extends an existing partnership between William Paterson University and the Paterson Public Schools in other educational initiatives such as the New Jersey After 3 (NJA3) Program and the Paterson YMCA After-School Program; and

WHEREAS, the board attorney has reviewed the proposal and found it to be acceptable as written;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the after-school instrumental music enrichment program partnership between William Paterson University and the Paterson Public Schools. The expanded program will include instrumental music for fifty (50) students inclusive of Schools 1, 2, 27, 20, 28 and Norman S. Weir. The program will commence on September 29, 2008 and run through May 14, 2009 at no cost to the district. The program will be evaluated and sponsored for each successive year that the program is to be funded.

Resolution No. A-20

This agreement between the Paterson Public Schools (PPS) and Bergen Community College (BCC) is necessary to secure the services of health career students and supervising faculty for the dental clinic and to continue collaborative arrangements between BCC and PPS.

WHEREAS, PPS and BCC have a cooperative agreement for BCC health careers students to participate in a supervised clinical experience in the district’s Dental Clinic as a requirement of their curriculum; and

WHEREAS, there is no cost to the district for the services provided; and

WHEREAS, the agreement clearly describes the responsibilities of each party; and

WHEREAS, BCC and PPS each maintain liability insurance for their respective students and faculty, employees and other personnel; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education accepts the Agreement from Bergen Community College to provide a community dental hygiene experience (1 day a week, for 28 weeks) for their dental hygiene students, while providing preventive dental services for Paterson children K-12th grades in the Dental Clinic located at 176 Broadway: sealants, teach tooth-brushing, take x-rays when

Page 43 6/18/08 necessary, cleaning and fluoride treatments at no cost to the district from September 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

Resolution No. A-21

The Mobile Dentists and its Smile New Jersey Program aims to provide school based dental examinations, cleanings, fluoride, sealants, radiography and referrals in the Paterson Public Schools. The mission of the Mobile Dentists and its Smile Program is to bring state of the art, preventive dental care to those students in need in the most comfortable and effective way possible.

WHEREAS, Mobile Dentists and its Smile Programs are innovative, on-site, school based, dental outreach providers. Their mission is to bring state of the art, preventive dental care to those students in need in the most comfortable and effective way possible; and

WHEREAS, Mobile Dentists and its Smile New Jersey Program receive funding from grants as well as Medicaid reimbursement for completed procedure. This program is at no cost to the district; and

WHEREAS, the Mobile Dentists and its Smile Programs will work with the Paterson Public Schools’, Office of Dental Services to determine which schools will be targeted by this program. Treatment will be provided along with other school collaborators in a cohesive manner that does not duplicate services; and

WHEREAS, the Mobile Dentists and its Smile New Jersey Program will visit schools on a scheduled basis and provide dental services. The staff will utilize portable dental equipment carried into the school to provide dental services; and

WHEREAS, the Mobile Dentals and its Smile New Jersey Program will provide the district with a copy of the license, malpractice insurance, and background checks on all staff members. The staff will use proper infection control procedures and adhere to all applicable state and federal law; NOW

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the Mobile Dentists and its Smile New Jersey Program. The program will provide on-site, school based, dental outreach providers and is at no cost to the district, in accordance with an agreement to be executed by the parties.

Resolution No. A-22

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, for Physical and Occupational Therapy Services, RFP- 015-08, from September 1, 2008 through August 31, 2009:

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive proposal for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator the competitive contracting process using the request for proposal (RFP) document was solicited for Physical and Occupational Therapy Services RFP 015-08 for the 2008-2009 school year. Twenty-two (22) vendors were mailed/e-mailed RFP specifications, four (4) responded; and

Page 44 6/18/08 WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on March 28, 2008, there was a pre-proposal conference on April 7, 2008. Two (2) vendors attended the pre-proposal conference. Sealed proposals were opened and read aloud on April 8, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, according to the attached Physical and Occupational Therapy Services Evaluation Committee Report; and

WHEREAS, based on the recommendations of the Evaluation Committee Members, consisting of representatives from the Department of Pupil Personnel Services and the Department of Purchasing for Physical and Occupational Therapy Services RFP 015- 08; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase order will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Physical and Occupational Therapy Services Re-Proposal, RFP 015-08, from September 1, 2008 through August 31, 2009 to the below mentioned vendor who submitted a proposal which is deemed to be the most advantageous to the District price and other factors considered; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

UMDNJ Newark Therapy Services 65 Bergen Street Newark, NJ 07101 Not to exceed $765,500.00

Resolution No. A-23

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Bergen County Special Services – SHIP Program, Midland Park, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. This program is for deaf and hard of hearing students in a general education high school.

Page 45 6/18/08 Student Initials Tuition J.E-M. $12,366.90

Resolution No. A-24

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Bergen County Special Services – SHIP Program, Midland Park, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. This school is for deaf and hard of hearing.

Student Initials Tuition J.E-M. $1,140.00

Resolution No. A-25

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Bergen County Special Services – Touchstone Hall, Rockleigh, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. This facility provides treatment for substance abuse.

Student Initials Tuition S.P. $3,952.00

Resolution No. A-26

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to provide for the well being of each student in order to increase instructional performance; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is required to provide evaluations as stipulated in the student’s IEP and/or parents’ request; NOW

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approve a contractual agreement with Children’s Specialized Hospital, to conduct Assistive Technology Evaluations. Evaluations are required as part of the Special Education process to determine appropriate IEP services. Evaluation is needed for (1) one student (K.C.) @ the cost of $450.00 per evaluation.

Page 46 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-27

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Department of Children and Families Regional School – Totowa, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. DCF is a school for students with multiple disabilities in need of a program with a 3:1 student teacher ratio and intensive related services.

Student Initials Tuition M.G. $7,400.25

Resolution No. A-28

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Essex Valley School, West Caldwell, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student attending during the 2007-2008 school year.

Transfer-student attended a different OOD school-went on home instruction-now returning to a different OOD school.

Student Initials Tuition C.M. $7,321.65

Resolution No. A-29

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Gloucester County Special Services School District-Bankbridge School, Sewell, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. Start Date: February 25, 2008 through June 30, 2008/Regular School Year

Student Initials Tuition A.A. $822.14

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Resolution No. A-30

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Learning Center for Exceptional Children, Clifton, New Jersey for providing educational and related services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year.

Student Initials Tuition K.H. $8,802.30

Resolution No. A-31

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with The Learning Center for Exceptional Children, Clifton, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. This school provides services for students in need of intensive services for academics in a supportive learning environment and small teacher ratio.

Student Initials Tuition J.C. $6,920.85

Resolution No. A-32

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Passaic County Educational Services Commission – Park School, Haledon, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. This school serves pre-school Autistic and behavior disordered students.

Student Initials Tuition N.D. $4,766.52

Page 48 6/18/08 Resolution No. A-33

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District’s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now, therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Windsor Academy, West Paterson, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2007-2008 school year. Windsor Academy is an elementary school program for students with significant behavioral deficits as well as learning disabilities.

Student Initials Tuition L.T. $9,462.96

Resolution No. A-34

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to providing student enrichment through various programs, initiatives, and wishes to provide students with the opportunity to learn beyond the traditional school atmosphere; and

WHEREAS, Camp Tioga has been the host of the John F. Kennedy High School football team training camp for the past ten years, and has made a commitment to providing John F. Kennedy’s student-athletes with housing, food, and equipment to successfully run a football training camp; and

WHEREAS, we opened the bids for transportation to and from Camp Tioga and three bids were received from Peter Pan Bus Company, Platinum Tours and Coach Bus Lines; and

WHEREAS, our school desires to compete in interscholastic sports, which foster the positive values of sportsmanship and teamwork through fair play;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the District shall remit payment as part of the District’s regular bill list, upon the submission and approval of invoice and proper execution by John F. Kennedy’s Athletic Department through district vouchers and other documents which may be required for the proper fiscal management of the public school district; and

1. Camp Cost, $ 7,200.00 (60 Athletes, 10 Coaches) 2. Bus Costs, $ 3,200.00 (to and from camp)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the football training camp will take place from August 16 to August 19, 2008 upon approval of the Board of Education. It is affirmed that no extra compensation will be given to the coaches, as this is part of their regular coaching duties. Also, all costs associated with this event must not exceed $10,400.00.

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WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to providing student enrichment through various programs, initiatives, and wishes to provide students with the opportunity to learn beyond the traditional school atmosphere; and

WHEREAS, Camp Tioga has been the host of the Eastside High School football team training camp for the past ten years, and has made a commitment to providing Eastside High School’s student-athletes with housing, food, and equipment to successfully run a football training camp; and

WHEREAS, we opened the bids for transportation to and from Camp Tioga and three bids were received from Peter Pan Bus Company, Platinum Tours and Coach Bus Lines; and

WHEREAS, our school desires to compete in interscholastic sports, which foster the positive values of sportsmanship and teamwork through fair play;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the District shall remit payment as part of the District’s regular bill list, upon the submission and approval of invoice and proper execution by Eastside High School’s Athletic Department through district vouchers and other documents which may be required for the proper fiscal management of the public school district; and

1. Camp Cost, $ 7,200.00 (60 Athletes, 5 Coaches, 3 Security Personnel) 2. Transportation Cost, $ 3,400.00 (round trip – 2 charter buses)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the football training camp will take place from August 22 to August 25, 2008 upon approval of the Board of Education. It is affirmed that no extra compensation will be given to the coaches, as this is part of their regular coaching duties. Also, all costs associated with this event must not exceed $10,600.00.

Resolution No. A-36

WHEREAS, the Division of Community Services recognizes the need for an environmental desegregation program for the 2008-2009 school year to service students from across the district where environmental studies are conducted; and

WHEREAS, the “Living Classrooms” Summer Program will take place on the Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore, MD and nearby waterways. This program is funded by the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation which includes 90 at risk (7th-8th grade) students and 9 teachers. (District match $ 4,500 and Dodge $ 4,500.00); and

WHEREAS, the environmental studies will take place in diverse environments on historical ships, by canoe in rivers and wetlands, in forested areas, and at centers of environmental study. Curriculum will focus on environmental studies and stewardship, especially of watersheds and marine environments on August 18-22, 2008 & August 25- 29, 2008. Students will gain understanding of concepts in stream, river, wetland, and estuary ecology, and the impact of human activity on these ecosystems. Transportation is to be provided by the district; now

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the Living Classrooms Summer Program. The environmental studies will take place in diverse environments on historical ships, by canoe in rivers and wetlands, in forested areas, and at centers of

Page 50 6/18/08 environmental study. Curriculum will focus on environmental studies and stewardship, especially of watersheds and marine environments on August 18-22, 2008 & August 25- 29, 2008. The cost of the program, District match funds ($ 4,500) and Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation ($ 4,500).

Resolution No. A-37

WHEREAS, on March 15, 2007, the State of New Jersey adopted P.L.2007, c.53, An Act Concerning School District Accountability, also known as Assembly Bill 5 (A5); and

WHEREAS, Bill A5, N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(3)f, requires that conferences/workshops have prior approval by a majority of the full voting membership of the board of education; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(2)s, an employee or member of the board of education who travels in violation of the school district’s policy or this section shall be required to reimburse the school district in an amount equal to three times the cost associated with attending the event; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves eighty (80) curriculum & instruction staff members from the language arts & literacy and math departments to attend the NJ Department of Education Rigor Three Initiative Training in Edison, NJ on June 23-27, 2008 in an amount not to exceed $ 41,779.00 which includes teacher stipends and bus transportation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that final authorization for attendance at conferences/workshops will be confirmed at the time a purchase order is issued.

Conference/Workshop Requests June 18, 2008 Meeting

Staff Member(s) Louise Albert – Literacy Coach/Academy Performing Arts Victor Alegria – Math Teacher/Garrett Morgan Academy Christine Alsharif – Literacy Coach/School No. 5 Brenda Armstrong – District Literacy Coach SPED/Curriculum & Instruction Banmali Banerjee – Math Teacher/Eastside High School Sheri Banks-Watson – Literacy Coach/Alternative Middle School Belen Barreto – District Literacy Coach/Curriculum & Instruction Janice Basilicato – Supervisor of Math/Curriculum & Instruction J. Frank Bendziewicz – District Literacy Coach/Curriculum & Instruction Nichole Bennett – Math Teacher/Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Alexis Bigirimana – Math Teacher/John F. Kennedy High School Patricia Boatner – Literacy Coach/School No. 25 Vanessa Bunch – Literacy Coach/School No. 4 Daria Canta – Literacy Coach/School No. 11 Jill Cisneros – Literacy Coach/School No. 16 Lori S. Cobb – Literacy Coach/Alexander Hamilton Academy Heather Crawford – Literacy Coach/Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Gayle DeNicola – Literacy Coach/School No. 12 Geralyne Dickinson – Literacy Coach/School No. 21 Sondra Diodonet – Literacy Coach/School No. 15 Steven DiSebastian – Language Arts Teacher/Garrett Morgan Academy Michele Dubester – Literacy Coach/School No. 9 Richard Evans – Literacy Coach/School No. 10

Page 51 6/18/08 Dewitt Evering – Language Arts Chairperson/John F. Kennedy High School Debra L. Falek – Math Teacher/School No. 7 Nanette Felice – Math Teacher/School No. 10 Tara Foxworth – Language Arts Teacher/John F. Kennedy High School Vivian Gaines – Director of Math/Curriculum & Instruction Ramona Garcia – Literacy Coach/School No. 18 Kenneth Garrabrant – Math Teacher/Sports Business & Public Safety Elizabeth Gaughan-Leppert – Literacy Coach/Norman S. Weir School Alexandra Gina – Supervisor of Language Arts/Curriculum & Instruction Frederick Goodman – Language Arts Teacher/Eastside High School Violla S. Haddad – Math Teacher/Eastside High School Charla Holder – Math Teacher/School No. 4 Roberto Inclan – Language Arts Teacher/Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Sean Insler – Language Arts Teacher/Eastside High School Amanda Kopesky – Supervisor of Language Arts (K-8)/Curriculum & Instruction Edward Korzinek – Supervisor of Math/Curriculum & Instruction Krista Lau-Munoz – Math Teacher/Alternative Middle School Coretta Lawrence – District Literacy Coach SPED/Curriculum & Instruction Anna Liguori – Math Teacher/academy of Performing Arts Patricia Liguori – Literacy Coach/School No. 27 Theresa Logan – Literacy Coach/School No. 7 Judith Lyons – Language Arts Teacher/HARP Academy Fatima Mansur – Literacy Coach/School No. 26 Mildred Montalvo – Math Teacher/School No. 8 Anita Muller – Language Arts Teacher/Rosa Parks School of Fine & Performing Arts Gail Nolton – Language Arts Teacher/School No. 18 Steven O’Kane – Language Arts Teacher/John F. Kennedy High School Akshay Patel – Math Teacher/Garrett Morgan Academy Gail Pelosi – Literacy Coach/School No. 8 James Piombino – Math Teacher/PANTHER Academy Donna Piroino – Math Teacher/School No. 9 James Polizzotto – Literacy Coach/School No. 24 Kimberly Reider – Language Arts Chairperson/Eastside High School Jessica Rentas – District Literacy Coach/Curriculum & Instruction Judith Rich – Language Arts Teacher/Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Karen Rinaggio – Literacy Coach/School No. 2 Madeline Roman – Director of Literacy (K-8)/Curriculum & Instruction William Roman – Math Teacher/Eastside High School Jazmin Rotger de Parra – Math Teacher/School No. 15 Barbara Rugys – Math Chairperson/John F. Kennedy High School David Rust – Math Teacher/Rosa Parks School of Fine & Performing Arts Hafiz Saleem – Language Arts Teacher/Eastside High School Robert Salviano – Supervisor of Math/Curriculum & Instruction Muhammad Shahbaz Ali – Math Teacher/John F. Kennedy High School Ann Marie Shaw – Math Teacher/School No. 15 Kimberly Smith – Language Arts Teacher/John F. Kennedy High School Marguerite Sullivan – District Literacy Coach/Curriculum & Instruction Morteza Taherisefat – Supervisor of Math/Curriculum & Instruction Dolores Varano – District Literacy Coach SPED/Curriculum & Instruction Vanessa Vargas – Language Arts Teacher/PANTHER Academy Jorge Ventura – Literacy Coach/School No. 6 Madelyn Walker – Literacy Coach/BUILD Academy Marianna White – Language Arts Teacher/PANTHER Academy Elaine Williams – Literacy Coach/School No. 20

Page 52 6/18/08 Nakia Wood – Literacy Coach/School No. 13 Judy Zangara – Literacy Coach/School No. 3 Irene Zottarelli – District Literacy Coach/Curriculum & Instruction

Conference NJDOE/SEI Rigor Three Training – Edison, NJ Date June 23-27, 2008 Amount Bus Transportation: $ 2,475.00/80 people = $ 30.94 pp

Total Conferences: 80 Total Cost: $ 2,475.00

Resolution No. A-38

WHEREAS, on March 15, 2007, the State of New Jersey adopted P.L.2007, c.53, An Act Concerning School District Accountability, also known as Assembly Bill 5 (A5); and

WHEREAS, Bill A5, N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(3)f, requires that conferences/workshops have prior approval by a majority of the full voting membership of the board of education; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(2)s, an employee or member of the board of education who travels in violation of the school district’s policy or this section shall be required to reimburse the school district in an amount equal to three times the cost associated with attending the event; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves attendance of conference/workshop for three Human Resources staff members to attend the Mentor Teacher Training/Beginning Teacher Induction Center at Rowan University in Parsippany, NJ on October 2, 2008 in the amount of $ 401.91; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that final authorization for attendance at conferences/workshops will be confirmed at the time a purchase order is issued.

Conference/Workshop Requests June 18, 2008 Meeting

Staff Member Conference Date Amount

Yesenia Budhu-Howell Mentor Teaching October 2, 2008 $133.97 Confidential/Certificated Training/Beginning Liaison/Human Resources Teacher Induction Center Parsippany, NJ

Olga Freda Mentor Teaching October 2, 2008 $133.97 Assistant to the Director/ Training/Beginning Human Resources Teacher Induction Center Parsippany, NJ

Luna Velez Mentor Teaching October 2, 2008 $133.97 Supervisor of Certificated Training/Beginning

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Total Conferences: 3 Total Cost: $ 401.91

Resolution No. A-39

Social Studies Course Guides for 2008-2009 School Year

Introduction: The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires district boards of education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) stipulates that district curriculum supports student achievement of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in every school for all students; and

WHEREAS, NJQSAC District Performance Review (DRP) requires the board of education to approve written curricula that aligns with the most recent State Board approved version of the NJCCCS (2004); and

WHEREAS, the district assures that the Curriculum Frameworks and course guides of Social Studies specifies content to be mastered for each grade level benchmarks;

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools approves the Social Studies course guide for use in grades 8-12 as core courses and/or elective courses in the areas of: Cultural Anthropology, New Jersey History, Introduction to Historiography, Freshman Seminar for International Studies, Sophomore Seminar for International Studies, Junior Seminar for International Studies, and Senior Seminar for International Studies for use in the district’s schools for the 2008-2009 school year or until such time as they may be modified and presented to the Paterson Board of Education for review and approval; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost of the adoption has been budgeted in the 2008-2009 fiscal year and will require the district to expend approximately $1,111,789.00 from the 2008-2009 school year as summarized below:

Items Cost Items Cost Teaching Supplies $1,105,989.00 Salaries $ 5,800.00 Textbooks (adoptions) $ 800,553.00

Total Cost: $1,912,342.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the implementation of this adoption will require the 2009-2010 and future budgets to fund approximately $ 800,000.00 in order to maintain this curricula.

Resolution No. A-40

2008-2009 Textbook Adoption for the Social Studies Department

Page 54 6/18/08 Introduction: The Curriculum and Instruction Department of the Paterson Public Schools District have developed a protocol for the development of Curriculum Frameworks in alignment with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in correlation with the bylaws of the Board of Education, thus ensuring that all textbooks support and enrich the curriculum and make possible the achievement of the district’s instructional goals by using current textbooks and support resources that embody a balanced representation of gender and ethnic groups; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) Section C named Instruction states, “The district requires and verifies that instructional materials and software: a. Are aligned with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and the board-approved curriculum; b. Are age and developmentally appropriate, responsive to diversity, and further student learning”; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools District has developed a Five Year Curriculum Planning and Evaluation Schedule that was adopted by the Board of Education on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 that requires all departments to go through an evaluation, implementation/monitoring and planning research regarding all curriculum textbooks and testing practices to provide all children with experiences in those areas which are essential to a sound education; and

WHEREAS, the current textbooks were approved by the Paterson Board of Education for use in the schools at the April 30, 2008:

Textbook/Resources Friends and Neighbors Teacher’s Edition People and Places Teacher’s Edition We Live Together Teacher’s Edition Our Communities Teacher’s Edition NJ Adventure in Time and Place Teacher’s Edition Our Nation Teacher’s Edition, Volume 1 Our Nation Teacher’s Edition, Volume 2 World Explorer: People, Places and Cultures Teacher’s Edition Civics Today: Citizenship, Economics, and You Teacher’s Edition World History: Modern Times Teacher’s Edition Magruder’s American Government 2004 Teacher’s Edition The Americans Teacher’s Edition Modern World History: Patterns of Interactions Teacher’s Edition America: Pathways to the Present 2005 Teacher’s Edition Out of Many: A History of the American People, 3rd Ed. Instructor’s Resources Psychology: Principles in Practice 2003 Teacher’s Edition African American Odyssey, 2nd Ed. 2003 Manual and Tests Sociology: The Study of Human Relationships 2003 New Jersey Journey Teacher Resource Package Street Law: A Course in Practical Law 2005 Teacher Manual

WHEREAS, curriculum planning, budgeting, staffing and staff development must be interrelated to ensure effective program implementation, wherein the Social Studies Department has identified six professional development sessions to introduce teachers to the expectations regarding implementation these dates have been identified: Tuesday, July 15, 2008, Wednesday, July 16, 2008, Thursday, July 17, 2008, Monday, August 4, 2008, Tuesday, August 5, 2008, and Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at a location to be determined; and

Page 55 6/18/08 NOW, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools District Board of Education approves the adoption of the following instructional textbooks and resource materials for grades four through 12:

Textbook/Resources Our Country’s History Part I Primary Source Research Labs • Exploration • Jamestown • Pilgrims New Jersey Adventure in Time and Place Our Country’s History Part II Primary Source Research Labs • Pioneers • Slavery in America • Immigration World History Mapping World History Part I Primary Source Research Labs • Ancient Mesopotamia • Ancient Egypt • Ancient Greece • Ancient Rome • Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs World Explorer: People, Places and Cultures Mapping World History Part II Primary Source Resource Labs • Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs • Exploring History: China • Medieval Times Primary Source Research Labs • Constitution and New Government • Civil Rights • Elections Primary Source Research Labs • Renaissance • Industrial Revolution World Geography and Cultures Freshman International Studies Seminar: Water Management Crisis A Day in the Life: America 24/7 World Geography and Cultures Cultural Anthropology One World, One Culture 5th Edition Sophomore International Studies Seminar: Genetically Engineered Foods Primary Source Research Labs • American Indians • Colonial America • American Revolution • Westward Expansion • Civil War Power and Choice Comparative Politics Economics Bridges Out of Poverty

Page 56 6/18/08 Economics Primary Source Research Labs • World War I Era • Great Depression • World War II • The Holocaust • The Cold War • Vietnam Conflict • Government and Civics World Concepts and Themes Global Issues: An Introduction Contemporary Issues Principles of Governance and Public Administration

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost of the adoption has been budgeted in the 2008-2009 fiscal year and will require the district to expend approximately $1,111,789.00 from the 2008-2009 school year as summarized below:

Items Cost Items Cost Teaching Supplies $1,105,989.00 Salaries $ 5,800.00 Textbooks (Adoptions) $ 800,553.00

Total Cost: $1,912,342.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the implementation of this adoption will require the 2009-2010 and future budgets to fund approximately $ 800,000.00 in order to maintain this curricula.

Resolution No. A-41

The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) is to outline mutual commitments between Paterson Public Schools (“District”), the Paterson Education Fund (“PEF”) and the Paterson Free Public Library.

WHEREAS, at the end of each school year PEF and Paterson Public Schools co-host a celebration at the Paterson Free Public Library. Students who read 50 books are invited to bring their families for an afternoon “Street Fair” at the Library. The students receive certificates of achievement, personalized book marks and free books; and

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools will provide cookies and juice for this event at a cost of (not to exceed) $ 500.00. The Paterson Free Public Library provides space, tents and books. Paterson Education Fund provides the rest including personalized certificates, book marks, stickers, games, entertainment, food and volunteers; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools accepts the partnership with Paterson Education Fund and the Paterson Free Public Library to sponsor “The 50 Book Club” through June 30, 2008.

Resolution No. A-42

Background Data: The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes a partnership between New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) and Paterson Public Schools (PPS) for the Full-Service Community Schools Initiative at Paterson’s International High School.

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WHEREAS, this initiative, a consortium consisting of NJCDC, the Paterson school district, and a wide array of community partners will establish a comprehensive full- service community schools model at the International High School to provide students, parents, and community members with the vital health, social service, educational, employment, and other services; and

WHEREAS, the program will have access to all of the school’s facilities, ranging from the gymnasium and auditorium to the cafeteria and classroom space as needed- including during non-school hours. The program will operate until 8:00 p.m. each evening, on weekends, and during the summer months. NJCDC will be responsible for securing resources related to security personnel to keep the school building open beyond security personnel’s regular schedule, should district funding be unavailable to support such costs; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Community Development Corporation and Paterson Public Schools affirm a commitment to work collaboratively to create a successful Full Service Community School consistent with the objectives of the United States Department of Education at Paterson’s International High School;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Board of Education accepts the Memorandum of Understanding establishing a partnership between New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) and Paterson Public Schools (PPS) for the Full-Service Community Schools Initiative at Paterson’s International High School at no cost to the district.

Resolution No. A-43

The Smile Central Children’s Health Initiative (SCCDHI) aims to provide school based dental screening, oral health education, and fluoride varnish. The goal of the Children’s Dental Health Initiative is to eliminate dental disease in children by providing early detection, preventive care and education.

WHEREAS, SCCDHI is currently involved in a pilot program with the Abbott preschools in Paterson and is working in partnership with the Abbott nurses to provide dental screenings, education program and fluoride varnish at their centers; and

WHEREAS, SCCDHI receives funding from a primary sponsor, Smile Central Dental as well as Medicaid reimbursement for completed procedure. Funding covers administrative costs, equipment maintenance, and supplies. This program is at no cost to the district. All costs are covered by the Smile Central Children’s Dental Health Initiative (SCCDHI); and

WHEREAS, the Children’s Dental Health Initiative will work with the Paterson Public Schools’, Office of Dental Services to determine which schools will be targeted by this program. Treatment will be provided along with other school collaboration in a cohesive manner that does not duplicate services; and

WHEREAS, the Children’s Dental Health Initiative Dentist and Dental Assistant will visit schools on a scheduled basis and provide dental services. The staff will utilize portable dental equipment carried into the school and/or provide the dental services in a converted Fire Truck parked outside; and

Page 58 6/18/08 WHEREAS, SCCDHI will provide the district with a copy of the license, malpractice insurance, and background checks on all staff members. The SCCDHI staff will use proper infection control procedures and adhere to all applicable state and federal law; NOW

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approve SCCDHI who is currently involved in a pilot program with the Abbott preschools in Paterson and is working in partnership with the Abbott nurses to provide dental screenings, education program and fluoride varnish at their centers; the participation in this program, in accordance with an agreement to be executed by the parties. This program is at no cost to the district. All costs are covered by the Smile Central Children’s Dental Health Initiative (SCVDHI).

Resolution No. A-44

WHEREAS, the Paterson Board of Education is required pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11- 12 to adopt policy and approve travel expenditures by district employees and board members using local, State, or Federal funds to ensure that travel is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent; and

WHEREAS, the board of education has determined that the training and informational programs sponsored by NJSBA and set forth below are directly related and within the scope of board members’ duties; and

WHEREAS, at the May 21, 2008 boar meeting, the board of education approved for board member Theodore Best, Jr. to attend the NJSBA New Board Member Training on June 6-8, 2009 at Princeton Forrestal Center, Plainsboro, New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary to include tolls and mileage reimbursement for board member Theodore Best, Jr.; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve tolls and mileage reimbursement for Theodore Best, Jr. to attend the NJSBA New Board Member Training on June 6-8, 2008, at an amount not to exceed $57.37.

Resolution No. A-45

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent recommends the adoption of the school calendar for the 2008-2009 school year; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves implementation of the 2008- 2009 School Calendar.

Resolution No. A-46

WHEREAS, on March 15, 2007, the State of New Jersey adopted P.L.2007, c.53, An Act Concerning School District Accountability, also known as Assembly Bill 5 (A5); and

WHEREAS, Bill A5, N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(3)f, requires that conferences/workshops have prior approval by a majority of the full voting membership of the board of education; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(2)s, an employee or member of the board of education who travels in violation of the school district’s policy or this section shall be

Page 59 6/18/08 required to reimburse the school district in an amount equal to three times the cost associated with attending the event; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves attendance at conferences/workshops for the dates and amounts listed for staff members on the attached; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that final authorization for attendance at conferences/workshops will be confirmed at the time a purchase order is issued.

Total Number of Conferences: 5 Total Cost: $1,082.76

Conference/Workshop Requests June 18, 2008 Board Meeting

Staff Member Conference Date Amount

Jessenia Kan Microsoft Excel Fred July 8-9, 2008 $128.00 Internal Auditor Pryer Seminar Parsippany, NJ

Nahid A. Nipa Microsoft Excel Fred July 8-9, 2008 $128.00 Internal Auditor Pryer Seminar Parsippany, NJ

Dan Sackner Microsoft Excel Fred July 8-9, 2008 $128.00 Supervisor of Pryer Seminar Internal Audit Parsippany, NJ

Patricia Gordon National Board Certified July 16-17, 2008 $347.23 Teacher – Librarian/ Teacher (NBCT) Trainer School No. 12 Workshop Sewell, NJ

Dawn Uttel National Board Certified July 16-17, 2008 $351.53 Teacher/ Teacher (NBCT) Trainer School No. 12 Workshop Sewell, NJ

It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Sayegh that Resolution Nos. A-1 through A-46 be adopted.

Comm. Taylor: Dr. Hodges, curriculum committee met and present was Dr. Hodges, Mr. Best, and myself. Mr. Kerr was excused. We had that evening a representative from all of our departments that had anything to do with curriculum and instruction and we were given so much information about how we are going to do curriculum. There were more than 30 people represented that evening at our curriculum meeting and I would like at this time to do the curriculum challenges that we have or our curriculum agenda. Let me find my paper. They are A-1 through A-46.

Comm. Hodges: Is there discussion?

Comm. Best: I would like to have A-44 removed. The reimbursement was not needed.

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Comm. Taylor: Say it louder and clear, Mr. Best.

Comm. Best: I would like to have A-44 removed.

Comm. Hodges: Any further discussion in your section, Madame Chair?

Comm. Taylor: I have no other to say. I just appreciate everyone who gave us the information that evening and some of it was spoken about tonight.

Comm. Muhammad: On A-44, Comm. Best is asking this just for himself?

Comm. Sayegh: Yes.

Comm. Muhammad: Okay.

Comm. Sayegh: Point of clarification. Are we pulling item A-44?

Comm. Best: What is the parliamentary procedure?

Comm. Sayegh: I think the administration can pull it.

Dr. Glascoe: I don't think it needs a vote. We will just pull it.

Comm. Best: Thank you.

On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Best: Yes. Comm. Guzman: Yes. Comm. Inoa: Yes. Comm. Kerr: Yes. Comm. Muhammad: Yes. Comm. Sayegh: Yes. Comm. Taylor: Yes. Comm. Hodges: I abstain on A-4, A-7, A-5, A-6, and A-18. The rest of them are yes.

The motion carried.

LEGAL COMMITTEE

Comm. Inoa reported that the Legal Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution No. B-1:

Resolution No. B-1

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the settlement of a petition appeal pending in the Office of Administrative Law entitled Gould & Houthuysen v. State-Operated School District of the City of Paterson, OAL Docket No. EDUOR 12711-2007N, and related grievance (Grievance No. 06-56), and authorize the execution of the settlement agreement and release and the payment of the sum of Fifty Eight Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Eight ($58,538.00) Dollars, less applicable deductions, upon approval by the Commissioner of Education.

Page 61 6/18/08 It was moved by Comm. Best, seconded by Comm. Sayegh that Resolution No. B- 1 be adopted. On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Best: Yes.

Comm. Guzman: Yes.

Comm. Inoa: Yes.

Comm. Kerr: Yes.

Comm. Muhammad: Yes.

Comm. Sayegh: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: Yes.

Comm. Hodges: Yes. I will again state that I’m going to refrain from voting on any for the YMCA since I'm a member of the board at the YMCA. Just in case I missed that.

The motion carried.

FISCAL COMMITTEE

Comm. Kerr reported that the Finance Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution Nos. C-1 through C-46:

Resolution No. C-1

BE IT RESOLVED, that the list of bills dated June 13, 2008 8:22 AM, in the grand sum of $11,401,687.28 starting with check number 148926 and ending with check number 150832 to be approved for payment; and

BE IT RESOLVED, that each claim or demand has been fully itemized and verified, has been duly audited as required by law in accordance with N.J.S.A.18A:19-2.

Grand Sum: $11,401,687.28

Resolution No. C-2

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District operates a New Jersey Youth Corps in order to assist young adults (ages 16-21) who have dropped out of high school in successfully transition to employment, college, or additional training by obtaining a state-issued high school diploma, by receiving career counseling and employability skills instruction and by engaging in meaningful community activities for the 2007-2008 school year; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development wishes to increase the existing budget of $463,971 to use for purchase of materials, supplies and bus passes for the New Jersey Youth Corps Program; now be it

RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools accepts a budget modification of $10,000 from the Department of Labor thus increasing the contract ceiling to $473,971 for the project period July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008.

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Resolution No. C-3

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools District inter-departmentally is sponsoring the Bilingual/ESL District-wide Parent Workshops on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the New Roberto Clemente School from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Approximately 150 bilingual parents will be in attendance; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District will be accepting contributions in the form of donations from organizations and schools through gift/educational baskets that will assist with the Bilingual/ESL District-wide Parent Workshops;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the State Operated School District of Paterson accepts the donations from organizations and schools through gift/educational baskets to be used to support the Bilingual ESL District-wide Parent Workshops on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the New Roberto Clemente School from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at no cost to the district.

Resolution No. C-4

WHEREAS, Polaris Plating Inc. located at 200 Keen Street in Paterson, New Jersey is closing it’s doors; and

WHEREAS, Polaris Plating Inc. wishes to donate the following items to the Paterson Public School District; and

2 oak executive desks 4 secretarial desks 5- 3 draw file cabinets 6- 4 draw file cabinets 4 office chairs 1 kitchen table w/6 chairs (for a break room) 1 small refrigerator 2 book cases 1 storage console for use with the executive desks 1 glass table with chairs for a reception area 2 metal storage cabinets for office supplies 1 metal storage cabinet with side draws for office supplies Assorted file folders, hanging folders, envelopes, etc… 1 coat rack Various OSHA/DOT training videos

WHEREAS, if the donation of office furniture, videos and other items are approved as listed above, the District will need to provide transportation to remove the items from Polaris Plating, Inc. 200 Keen Street, Paterson, NJ to the District;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education accepts the donation of office furniture, videos and other items from Polaris Plating, Inc. and agrees to transport the items into the District.

Resolution No. C-5

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to enhance Literacy within and outside the school community; and

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WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent concurs with the Office of Elementary Literacy K-8 in encouraging students to read during the summer in order to continue to improve their literacy skills. Paterson Public Schools and the Board of Education encourage partnerships to enhance the resources for our students, with both community and private sector; and

WHEREAS, KPMG Family for Literacy Initiative in conjunction with FirstBook (Non-profit organization) has offered to donate summer reading books for families to enjoy and share during the summer months;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State District Superintendent and the Paterson Board of Education accepts the donation from KPMG in association with FirstBook of $2,000.00 worth of books (approximately 700 books) at no cost to the district for students in grades K, 1, and 2 in the following schools:

School #’s 14, 16, 29, and RC.

Resolution No. C-6

WHEREAS, Rutgers University has given CJR #9 a check for $500.00 for participating in an Allocation Research Study; and

WHEREAS, CJR #9 will use the funds of $500.00 for the purpose of purchasing Technology supplies;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools approve acceptance of a check for $500.00 made out to CJR #9 for use in the 2007-2008 school year.

Resolution No. C-7

WHEREAS, Rutgers University has given Dr. Douge (Paterson Public School 10) a stipend for $500.00 for completing an educational survey, without restrictions as to its use; and

WHEREAS, the teachers at School 10 have worked diligently at providing students with a quality academic experience; and

WHEREAS, the funds will be deposited into a special revenue account for the exclusive use of PS10 in a manner determined by PS10 administration as appropriate in recognizing the efforts of PS10 teachers in striving to close the achievement gap by sponsoring a recognition luncheon in their honor for Teacher’s Appreciation Day; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the State Operated School District of Paterson accepts the donation of $500 from Rutgers University to be used toward a luncheon to honor 125 staff members ($4.00 per person) of PS10 in appreciation of their contributions to enhance student achievement; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

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WHEREAS, Ezra Jack Keats Foundation has given the School #26 Library a mini-grant; and

WHEREAS, School #26 will use the $500 for the purpose of materials and services to create a remedial reading program for 15 struggling students which will enhance reading proficiency through various multimedia experiences (book making, creating sound effects with the help of local musician, and slide presentation, etc.);

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools approve acceptance of a check for $500 from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation for reading materials and services for the 2007-2008 school year.

Resolution No. C-9

WHEREAS, Life Touch National School Studios has given School #27 a donation for the 8th Grade Graduating Class of 2007-2008; and

WHEREAS, School #27 will use the funds of $287.72 for the purpose of 8th grade activities;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools approve acceptance of a check for the amount of $287.72 made out to School #27 for the use in the 8th grade activities for the school year 2007-2008.

Resolution No. C-10

WHEREAS, the Norman S. Weir Elementary School services a large auditory impaired population needing increased decibel levels for sound enhancement; and

WHEREAS, the attainment of excellence and equity in achievement for all children with and without auditory impairments is a priority of Norman S. Weir; and

WHEREAS, equipping the cafeteria with a sound-field amplification system will provide the opportunity to maximize learning opportunities for all students; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Norman S. Weir be permitted to purchase amplifying equipment with funds allocated to Norman S. Weir for the completion of the Rutgers Survey in the amount of $500.00.

Resolution No. C-11

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District participated in the learning from Leadership project, a Wallace Foundation funded study of district and school leadership; and

WHEREAS, the Eastside High School teaching staff and principal participated in a survey to assist the Wallace Foundation to back-up and support their analysis on the study of district and school leadership; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson School District is committed in supporting projects that would further enhance the leadership development among the teachers and principals; and

Page 65 6/18/08 WHEREAS, Eastside High School accepts the check of $100 for participation in the learning from Leadership project, a Wallace Foundation funded study of district and school leadership;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson School District will allow the acceptance of the $100 check for Eastside High School for their active participation in the learning from Leadership project by engaging in a survey from the Wallace Foundation;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the acceptance of the $100 check for participating in the learning from Leadership project, a Wallace Foundation funded study of district and school leadership.

Resolution No. C-12

A Resolution Authorizing the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, to enter into A Cooperative Pricing Agreement for the Purchase of Electricity and Natural Gas.

WHEREAS, “The Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act,” P.L.1999, c.23 authorizes the New Jersey School Boards’ Association to obtain electricity, natural gas and other energy-related services for individual local boards of education on an aggregated basis; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-11 authorizes local district boards of education to enter into cooperative pricing agreements; and

WHEREAS, the Alliance for Competitive Energy, hereinafter referred to as “ACES,” has offered voluntary participation in a cooperative pricing system for the group purchase of electricity and natural gas; and

WHEREAS, the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson in the county of Passaic, State of New Jersey, desires to participate in the ACES Cooperative Pricing System;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, on the May 15, 2008 by the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson, county of Passaic, State of New Jersey, as follows:

Title This RESOLUTION shall be known and may be cited as the “ACES Cooperative Pricing Resolution of the Paterson Public School District.”

Authority Pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-11, the State District Superintendent, Dr. Michael E. Glascoe is hereby authorized to enter into the ACES Cooperative Pricing System Agreement.

Contracting Unit The New Jersey School Boards Association, through ACES, shall be responsible for complying with the “Public School Contracts Law,” N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et seq. and all other applicable laws in connection with the preparation, bidding, negotiation and execution of contracts in connection with the ACES Cooperative Pricing System.

Page 66 6/18/08 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-13

A Resolution Binding the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey To Purchase Natural Gas Supply Services Through the Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (“ACES”) Bid Cooperative Pricing System ID#E8801-ACESCPS.

WHEREAS, the Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (hereinafter referred to as “ACES”), an alliance composed of the New Jersey Association of School Administrators, and the New Jersey Association of School Business Officials, will from time to time during the Effective Period as defined below solicit bids from natural gas suppliers for retail natural gas supply services including interstate transportation to the local natural gas distribution utility company (Natural Gas Supply Services) through an energy aggregation program in which NJSBA will act as Lead Agency of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System #E8801-ACESCPS in accordance with the “Public School Contracts Law”, N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et seq., and the Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act, N.J.S.A. 48:3-49 et seq. (“EDECA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is a participating member of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System and is eligible thereby to obtain Natural Gas Supply Services for its own use through one or more contracts to be awarded to natural gas suppliers following said bids for Natural Gas Supply Services pursuant to the aggregation program; and

WHEREAS, the Lead Agency will from time to time during the Effective Period (from date of adoption through May, 2009, hereinafter referred to as “Effective Period”) issue one or more Requests for Bids for Natural Gas Supply Services on behalf of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System pursuant to the Public School Contracts Law and EDECA; and

WHEREAS, due to significant volatility and the potential for price increases in the wholesale natural gas market, Participating Members will preauthorize the Lead Agency to award contracts for Natural Gas Supply Service for no more than two years at a time in each service territory to one or more natural gas suppliers that submit bids which are reasonably forecasted to provide estimated savings to the Participating Member based upon its previous natural gas usage and utility provided by Basic Gas Supply Service rates; and

WHEREAS, the Lead Agency will only award contracts for said Natural Gas Supply Services to natural gas suppliers that submit bids with pricing reasonably estimated to be lower than the utility-provided basic gas supply service; and

WHEREAS, the District agrees to purchase all Natural Gas Supply Services for its own use during the Effective Period through any natural gas supplier(s) awarded a contract, it being understood that the term of any one contract shall not exceed two years; and

WHEREAS, the Lead Agency will notify the Department of Community Affairs’ Division of Local Government Services by mail prior to the issuance a Request for Bids for Natural Gas Supply Services, with the understanding that if the Division of Local

Page 67 6/18/08 Government Services does not respond within 10 business days, it will be deemed to have approved the issuance of the Request for Rebids;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the District binds itself to the ACES Cooperative Pricing System #E8801-ACESCPS to purchase all Natural Gas Supply Services needed for its own during the Effective Period from the natural gas supplier or suppliers awarded a contract for Natural Gas Supply Services by the Lead Agency; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lead Agency of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System is hereby authorized to execute a master performance agreement that obligates the district to purchase Natural Gas Supply Services at the terms and conditions stated therein with a third-party supplier or suppliers who have been awarded the contract or contracts by the Lead Agency on behalf of the participating members of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System # E8801-ACESCPS (or any CPS number to be assigned in the future), provided that no single contract shall have a term exceeding two years, and provided further that all such contracts shall be at prices reasonably forecast and estimated by the Lead Agency to provide savings to the Districts relative to the price charged for basic gas supply service by the natural gas public utility that would otherwise provide such service; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that ACES is authorized to continue to bid to obtain Natural Gas Supply Services at any time during the Effective Period on behalf of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System including, for example, a rebid if energy market conditions do not initially lead to a successful bid, on additional dates to be determined by the Lead Agency; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage. The authorization provided to the NJSBA pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Laws (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11(5)), and the Local Public and Public School Contracts Law Administrative Code (N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.1 et seq.) shall be valid until May, 2009 (the Effective Period) at which time the Cooperative Pricing System will be subject to renewal. Any rescission of this resolution shall not affect any Natural Gas Supply Services contract entered into prior to such rescission.

Resolution No. C-14

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, to award a contract to Vanwell Electronics, Clifton, NJ, to perform NFPA Fire Alarm Maintenance and Emergency Repairs in accordance with local and state regulations, based on the current shared services program with the Morris County Cooperative Council from July 1, 2008 through June 30, 3009:

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages open public bidding for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools recognizes the need and benefits of sharing services with other municipalities and schools districts; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11(5) the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson was authorized to enter into a Cooperative Pricing

Page 68 6/18/08 Agreement with the Lead Agency (Township of Randolph), approved by resolution (C- 14), August 2007, for the purchase of work materials and supplies, as needed, through MCCC; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools shared services program with the Morris County Cooperative Council allows the District to procure goods and/or services, as needed, through MCCC; and

WHEREAS, the MCCC awarded a contract for Fire Alarm Maintenance and Emergency Repairs to Vanwell Electronics as follows:

Maintenance and cleaning of all fire alarm systems initiating devices, $77.50/hr signaling devices, & auxiliary functions Repairs of fire alarms, rate per hour during normal hours $79.50/hr Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Repairs of fire alarms, rate per hour weekends and holidays $79.50/hr Percentage discount on parts 25%

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District awards a contract for Fire Alarm NFPA Maintenance and Emergency Repairs District Wide, in accord with MCCC contract #52, to the following vendor:

Vanwell Electronics 195 Allwood Road Clifton, NJ 07012 Not to exceed $200,000.00

Resolution No. C-15

A Resolution Binding the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey To Purchase Electric Generation Services Through the Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (“ACES”) Bid Cooperative Pricing System ID#E8801-ACESCPS.

WHEREAS, the Alliance for Competitive Energy Services (hereinafter referred to as “ACES”), an alliance composed of the New Jersey Association of School Administrators, and the New Jersey Association of School Business Officials, will from time to time during the Effective Period as defined below solicit bids from natural gas suppliers for retail natural gas supply services including interstate transportation to the local natural gas distribution utility company (Natural Gas Supply Services) through an energy aggregation program in which NJSBA will act as Lead Agency of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System #E8801-ACESCPS in accordance with the “Public School Contracts Law”, N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et seq., and the Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act, N.J.S.A. 48:3-49 et seq. (“EDECA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is a participating member of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System and is eligible thereby to obtain electric generation services for its own use through one or more contracts to be awarded to electric power suppliers following said bids for electric generation services pursuant to the aggregation program; and

WHEREAS, the Lead Agency will from time to time during the Effective Period (from date of adoption through May, 2009, hereinafter referred to as “Effective Period”) issue

Page 69 6/18/08 one or more Requests for Bids for Natural Gas Supply Services on behalf of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System pursuant to the Public School Contracts Law and EDECA; and

WHEREAS, due to significant volatility and the potential for price increases in the wholesale natural gas market, Participating Members will preauthorize the Lead Agency to award contracts for Electric Generation Service for no more than two years at a time in each service territory to one or more electric power suppliers that submit bids which are reasonably forecasted to provide estimated savings to the Participating Member based upon its previous electric usage and utility provided Basic Generation Service rates; and

WHEREAS, the Lead Agency will only award contracts for said electric generation services to electric power suppliers that submit bids with pricing reasonably estimated to be lower than the utility-provided basic generation service; and

WHEREAS, the District agrees to purchase all electric power needed for its own use (exclusive of on-site electric generation sources) during the Effective Period through any electric power supplier(s) awarded a contract, it being understood that the term of any one contract shall not exceed two years; and

WHEREAS, the Lead Agency will notify the Department of Community Affairs’ Division of Local Government Services by mail prior to the issuance a Request for Bids for electric generation services, with the understanding that if the Division of Local Government Services does not respond within 10 business days, it will be deemed to have approved the issuance of the Request for Rebids;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the District binds itself to the ACES Cooperative Pricing System #E8801-ACESCPS to purchase all electric power needed for its own use (exclusive of on-site electric generation sources) during the Effective Period from the electric power supplier or suppliers awarded a contract for electric generation services by the Lead Agency; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lead Agency of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System is hereby authorized to execute a master performance agreement that obligates the district to purchase electricity at the terms and conditions stated therein with a third- party supplier or suppliers who have been awarded the contract or contracts by the Lead Agency on behalf of the participating members of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System # E8801-ACESCPS (or any CPS number to be assigned in the future), provided that no single contract shall have a term exceeding two years, and provided further that all such contracts shall be at prices reasonably forecast and estimated by the Lead Agency to provide savings to the Districts relative to the price charged for basic generation service by the electric public utility that would otherwise provide such service; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that ACES is authorized to continue to bid to obtain electric generation services at any time during the Effective Period on behalf of the ACES Cooperative Pricing System including, for example, a rebid if energy market conditions do not initially lead to a successful bid, on additional dates to be determined by the Lead Agency; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage. The authorization provided to the NJSBA pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Laws (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11(5)), and the Local Public and Public School

Page 70 6/18/08 Contracts Law Administrative Code (N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.1 et seq.) shall be valid until May, 2009 (the Effective Period) at which time the Cooperative Pricing System will be subject to renewal. Any rescission of this resolution shall not affect any Natural Gas Supply Services contract entered into prior to such rescission.

Resolution No. C-16

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Health/Medical Supplies and Related, PPS- 107-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010 school years:

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public bids were solicited for Health/Medical Supplies and Related, PPS-107-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010 school years. Twenty three (23) vendors were mailed bid invitations, one (1) vendor requested bid specifications, eight (8) vendors responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Bergen Record and The North Jersey Herald News on April 2, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the PPS Conference Room, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages open public bidding for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the lowest bid for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Purchasing recommends that the following vendors be awarded a contract, on an item by item basis, in which the analysis is attached to this document, for Health/Medical Supplies and Related, PPS-107-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010 school years: Medco Supply Company, Collins Sports Medicine, Moore Medical, Henry Schein, Inc. and School Health Corporation; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District awards a contract for Health/Medical Supplies and Related, PPS-107-09, to Medco Supply Company, Collins Sports Medicine, Moore Medical, Henry Schein, Inc., and School Health Corporation in the total amount not to exceed $50,000.00 annually during the two-year contract term, which will commence on July 1, 2008 and terminate on June 30, 2010. After careful review, out of the eight (8) vendors that responded to this bid project, two (2) vendors, School Nurse Supply, Inc. and Laerdal Medical Corp. responded with a “No Bid”, one (1) vendor, Interboro Packaging, submitted prices for two items out of 195 items. Therefore, it was determined that the following vendors receive an award, on an item-by-item basis:

Medco Supply Henry Schein, Inc. 500 Fillmore Avenue 135 Duryea Road Tonawanda, NY 14150 Melville, NY 11747-3834

Moore Medical School Health Corporation 1690 New Britain Avenue 865 Muirfield Drive Farmington, CT 06032 Hanover Park, IL 60133

Page 71 6/18/08 Collins Sports Medicine 370 Paramount Drive Raynham, MA 02767

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Not to exceed $50,000.00 annually

Resolution No. C-17

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Roof Repairs District Wide (T&M), for the 2008-2009 & 2009-2010 school years:

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public bids were solicited for Roof Repairs District Wide (T&M), PPS-217-09, for the 2008-2009 & 2009- 2010 school years. Fourteen (14) vendors were mailed and e-mailed bid invitations, five (5) vendors requested bid specifications, four (4) vendors responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Bergen Record and The North Jersey Herald News on March 28, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the PPS Conference Room, 33 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages open public bidding for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the lowest responsible bid for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities recommends that Interstate Home Services, Inc. be awarded a contract for Roof Repairs District Wide (T&M), PPS-217-09, for the 2008-2009 & 2009-2010 school years; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District awards a contract for Roof Repairs District Wide (T&M), PPS-217-09, for the 2008-2009 & 2009- 2010 school years to Interstate Home Services, Inc. in the amount of $58.20 an hour (straight time rate) and $75.30 an hour (overtime and holiday rate) for a foreman. In addition, $50.50 and hour (straight time) and $75.75 (overtime and holiday rate) was awarded to Interstate Home Services, Inc. for mechanic/journeyman. However, these rates shall not exceed $100,000.00 annually during the two-year contract term. After careful review and consideration, out of the four (4) vendors who responded to this bid project, two (2) vendors, Kowalski Roofing and Jersey Partners, submitted higher bid proposals, one (1) vendor, Jersey Coast, was disqualified due to non-compliance of bid requirements, which was a bid bond. Therefore, it was determined that one (1) vendor, Interstate Home Services, Inc., submitted the lowest, responsive/responsible bid proposal; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

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Interstate Home Services, Inc. 165 Heights Avenue Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410 Not to exceed $100,000.00 annually

Resolution No. C-18

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Trash Removal District Wide (Re-Bid), PPS 240-09 for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years:

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public bids were solicited for Trash Removal District Wide (Re-Bid), PPS-240-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years. Thirty (30) vendors were mailed bid invitations, seven (7) vendors requested bid specifications, two (2) vendors responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Bergen Record and The North Jersey Herald News on April 18, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on Friday, May 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the PPS Conference Room, 33 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages open public bidding for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the lowest responsible bid for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities recommends that Suburban Disposal be awarded a contract for Trash Removal District Wide (Re-Bid), PPS-240-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District awards a contract for Trash Removal District-Wide (Re-Bid), PPS-240-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years to Suburban Disposal in the total amount of $737,000.00 during the three-year contract term, which will commence on July 1, 2008 and terminate on June 30, 2011. However, this amount shall not exceed $250,000.00 annually during the three-year contract term. If additional equipment is needed to complete this contract, additional funds will be appropriated annually and accordingly, upon availability. After careful review, out of the two vendors who responded to this bid project, one vendor, Suburban Disposal, came in $6,826.00 higher than Veolia Environmental Services Solid Waste of New Jersey. However, after careful review and consideration from the district’s legal counsel, it was determined that Veolia ES was considered non-responsive with this contract, because Veolia failed to submit a response to item #4 either with a proposal amount or a “No Bid” response. Therefore, Veolia was disqualified. Therefore, Suburban Disposal submitted a responsible/responsive bid proposal; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Page 73 6/18/08 Suburban Disposal 54 Montesano Road Fairfield, New Jersey 07004 Not to exceed $250,000.00 annually

Resolution No. C-19

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Municipal Solid Waste Disposal (Re-Bid), PPS-241-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years:

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public bids were solicited for Municipal Solid Waste Disposal (Re-Bid), PPS-241-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years. Thirty (30) vendors were mailed bid invitations, seven (7) vendors requested bid specifications, two (2) vendors responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Bergen Record and The North Jersey Herald News on April 18, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on Friday, May 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the PPS Conference Room, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages open public bidding for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the lowest responsible bid for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities recommend that Veolia ES Solid Waste of NJ be awarded a contract for Municipal Solid Waste Disposal (Re-Bid), PPS-241-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOVED, that the Paterson Public School District awards a contract for Municipal Solid Waste Disposal (Re-Bid), PPS-241-09, for the 2008-2009, 2009-2010, and 2010-2011 school years to Veolia ES Solid Waste of NJ in the amount of $76.00 per ton for solid waste disposal during the three-year contract term, which will commence on July 1, 2008 and terminate on June 20, 2011. However, this amount shall not exceed $350,000.00 annually during the three-year contract term. After careful review and consideration, out of two vendors who responded to this bid project, one vendor, Interstate Waste Services, came in $4.00 higher than Veolia Environmental Services Solid Waste of NJ was determined to be the lowest, responsible bidder; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Veolia ES Solid Waste of NJ 1 Center Court, Suite C Totowa, New Jersey 07512 Not to exceed $350,000.00 annually

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Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Stair Tread Replacement at John F. Kennedy High School, PPS-264-09, for the 2008-2009 school year:

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public bids were solicited for Stair Tread Replacement at John F. Kennedy High School, PPS-264-09, for the 2008-2009 school year. Eighty (80) vendors were e-mailed bid invitations, eight (8) vendors requested bid specifications, two (2) vendors responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Bergen Record and The North Jersey Herald News on April 30, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the PPS Conference Room, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages open public bidding for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the lowest responsible bid for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities recommend that Watertrol, Inc. be awarded a contract for Stair Tread Replacement at John F. Kennedy High School, PPS-264-09, for the 2008-2009 school year; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District awards a contract for Stair Tread Replacement at John F. Kennedy High School, PPS-264-09, for the 2008-2009 school year to Watertrol, Inc. in the total amount of $56,450.00 during the one-year contract term, which will commence on July 1, 2008 and terminate on June 30, 2009. However, this amount shall not exceed $60,000.00 during the one-year contract term. If additional labor and materials are needed to complete this contract, additional funds will be appropriated accordingly, upon availability. After careful review, out of the two vendors who responded to this bid project, one vendor, RML Construction, came in substantially higher at $124,650.00 that Watertrol, Inc. Therefore, it was determined that Watertrol, Inc. submitted the lowest, responsive bid proposal; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Watertrol, Inc. P.O. Box 163 Cranford, New Jersey 07016 Not to exceed $60,000.00

Resolution No. C-21

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Groceries & Canned Goods, PPS-301-09 for the 2008-2009 school year:

Page 75 6/18/08 WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Groceries & Canned Goods, PPS-301-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. Twenty (20) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications, six (6) responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on March 12, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on March 27, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, based on the prices submitted, the Department of Food Service recommends that the bid for Groceries & Canned Goods, PPS-301-09 be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder(s), on an item-per-item basis; for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Groceries & Canned Goods, PPS-301-09, for the 2008-2009 school year to the below mentioned vendor(s), with one of the six vendors who submitted proposals not among the low bidders; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

H. Schrier Co. Metropolitan Foods/DBA: Driscoll Foods 4901 Glenwood Road 25 East Union Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11234 East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Items: 46 Items: 28

Mivila Foods Shiff & Goldman Foods Inc. 226 Getty Avenue 69 Veronica Avenue Paterson, NJ 07503 Somerset, NJ 08873 Items: 10 Items: 6

Acme Food Products 135 President Street Passaic, NJ 07055 Items: 1

Not to exceed $250,000.00

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Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Meat & Frozen Products, PPS-302-09 for the 2008-2009 school year:

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Meat & Frozen Products, PPS-302-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. Twenty-five (25) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications, six (6) responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on March 12, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on March 27, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, based on the prices submitted, the Department of Food Service recommends that the bid for Meat & Frozen Products, PPS-302-09 be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder(s), on an item-per-item basis; for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Meat & Frozen Products, PPS-302-09, for the 2008-2009 school year to the below mentioned six (6) vendor(s) who submitted proposals; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Jamac Frozen Foods H. Schrier Co. 570 Grand Street 4901 Glenwood Road Jersey City, NJ 07304 Brooklyn, NY 11234 Items: 23 Items: 13

Shiff & Goldman Foods Inc. Metropolitan Foods/DBA: Driscoll Foods 69 Veronica Avenue 25 East Union Avenue Somerset, NJ 08873 East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Items: 11 Items: 9

Acme Food Products Mivila Foods 135 President St. 226 Getty Avenue Passaic, NJ 07055 Paterson, NJ 07503 Items: 4 Items: 1

Page 77 6/18/08 Not to exceed $750,000.00

Resolution No. C-23

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Food Service Paper Supplies, PPS-303-09 for the 2008-2009 school year:

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Food Service Paper Supplies, PPS-303-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. Twenty-one (21) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications, six (6) responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on March 12, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on March 27, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, based on the prices submitted, the Department of Food Service recommends that the bid for Food Service Paper Supplies, PPS-303-09 be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder(s), on an item-per-item basis; for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Food Service Paper Supplies, PPS-303-09, for the 2008-2009 school year to the below mentioned vendor(s), with the sixth vendor who submitted a proposal not among the low bidders; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Jersey Paper Co. APPCO Paper & Plastics Corp 50 Northfield Avenue 3949 Austin Boulevard Edison, NJ 08818-6508 Island Park, NY 11558 Items: 13 Items: 22

City Supply Co., Inc. Metropolitan Foods/DBA: Driscoll Foods 6805 Delilah Road 25 East Union Avenue Egg Harbor Twp., NJ 08232 East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Items: 2 Items: 9

Page 78 6/18/08 Perkins Paper Inc. 206 Wembly Road New Windsor, NY 12553 Items: 7 Not to exceed $200,000.00

Resolution No. C-24

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, the bid for Sandwich Meats, PPS-304-09 for the 2008- 2009 school year:

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Sandwich Meats, PPS-304-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. Twelve (12) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications, four (4) responded; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on March 12, 2008. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on March 27, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, based on the prices submitted, the Department of Food Service recommends that the bid for Meat & Frozen Products, PPS-302-09 be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder(s), on an item-per-item basis; for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Sandwich Meats, PPS-304-09, for the 2008-2009 school year to the below mentioned four (4) vendor(s) who submitted proposals; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Acme Food Products Jamac Frozen Foods 135 President St. 570 Grand Street Passaic, NJ 07055 Jersey City, NJ 07304 Items: 6 Items: 3

Shiff & Goldman Foods Inc. Metropolitan Foods/DBA: Driscoll Foods 69 Veronica Avenue 25 East Union Avenue Somerset, NJ 08873 East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Items: 1 Items: 1

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Not to exceed $250,000.00

Resolution No. C-25

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, for the bid Bread, Rolls and Cookies, PPS-312-09 for the 2008-2009 school year:

WHEREAS, on the authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Bread, Rolls and Cookies, PPS-312-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. This solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in the Record and the Herald Newspaper on April 4, 2008; and

WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened and read aloud on April 22, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, fourteen (14) vendors requested bid specifications and three (3) submitted proposals;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Bread, Rolls and Cookies, PPS-312-09, for the 2008-2009 school year in the amount not to exceed $375,000.00 to the following vendor(s):

Pechter’s Baking Group Fragale Baking Co. Minardi Baking Co., Inc. 840 Jersey Street 68 Gaston Avenue 125 Grand Street Harrison, NJ 07029 Garfield, NJ 07026 Paterson, NJ 07501 Proposal(s) A, C Proposal(s) B Proposal(s) D

Not to exceed $375,000.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-26

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, for the bid Fresh Produce, PPS-315-09 for the 2008- 2009 school year:

WHEREAS, on the authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Fresh Produce, PPS-315-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. This solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in the Record and the Herald Newspaper on April 4, 2008; and

WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened and read aloud on April 22, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, fourteen (14) vendors requested bid specifications and two (2) submitted proposals;

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WHEREAS, based on the lowest percentage mark-up submitted, the Department of Food Services recommends that Shiff & Goldman Foods, Inc. deemed as the most responsive and responsible proposal to the District, be awarded a contract for Fresh Produce, PPS-315-09 for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Fresh Produce, PPS-315-09, for the 2008-2009 school year in the amount not to exceed $360,000.00 to the following vendor(s):

Shiff & Goldman Foods, Inc. 69 Veronica Avenue Somerset, NJ 08873 Not to exceed $360,000.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-27

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, for the bid Food Service Summer Program, PPS-319-09 for the 2008-2009 school year:

WHEREAS, on the authorization of the Business Administrator formal public goods were solicited for Food Service Summer Program, PPS-319-09 for the 2008-2009 school year. This solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in the Record and the Herald Newspaper on May 12, 2008; and

WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened and read aloud on May 27, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room, 1st Floor, 35 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, eight (8) vendors requested bid specifications and one (1) submitted proposals;

WHEREAS, based on the prices submitted, the Department of Food Services recommends that The Maramont Corporation deemed as the most responsive and responsible proposal to the District, be awarded a contract for Food Service Summer Program, PPS-319-09 for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the district without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the district until

Page 81 6/18/08 such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for Food Service Summer Program, PPS-319-09, for the 2008-2009 school year in the amount not to exceed $396,740.00 to the following vendor(s):

The Maramount Corporation 5600 First Ave., Building “C” Brooklyn, NY 11220 Not to exceed $396,740.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-28

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent has determined that it should obtain Technology services to implement a wireless network in designated buildings to assist the district; and

WHEREAS, EMTEC, Inc. represents that it is fully qualified to provide the services hereunder, has and will maintain all required licenses, approvals and certifications; and

WHEREAS, EMTEC, Inc. represents that it will promptly perform all services hereunder and will exert best efforts to perform same; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, EMTEC, Inc. has provided the district with a copy of his/her Business Registration Certificate; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.26 and N.J.A.C. 6A:10A-4.1(e)(4), as applicable, EMTEC, Inc. has provided the Board with a fully executed C.271-Political Disclosure Form; and

WHEREAS, 3.1 EMTEC, Inc. shall provide the following services in accordance with the stated dates and timeframe set forth herein: as per EMTEC’s “Statement of Work: Paterson School District, Cisco Wireless Infrastructure Implementation; 01/29/2008, Version 1.0” or any forth coming approved version due to necessary changes or reductions in facilities or funds when the system is implemented; and

WHEREAS, 4.1 the District’s sole financial obligation shall be as follows: should not exceed 13% of $3,235,255.94 in the total amount of $420,583.27. The balance of 87% in the amount of $2,814,672.67 will be charged to E-Rate upon USAC approval. 4.1.1 There will be no charges to the District for out-of-pocket expenses. 4.2 In accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:19, EMTEC, Inc. shall promptly submit to the District’s Business Administrator detailed monthly invoices with duly executed vouchers, and detailed expense vouchers when applicable under paragraph 4.1.1 of this Agreement. Such invoices shall be addressed to the State-Operated School District of the City of Paterson Public Schools, 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey 07505. Said invoices shall be payable within approximately 60 (sixty) days after submission of invoice for services received.

Page 82 6/18/08 4.3 The District assumes no responsibility for the payment of any compensation, wages, benefits, or taxes by, or on behalf of, EMTEC, Inc., its employees and others. EMTEC, Inc. shall not be responsible for payment of compensation, wages and benefits, and all federal and State tax and Social Security liability that may result from the performance of, and compensation for said services. 4.4 The District will not pay for any goods or services received unless a District purchase order authorizing such purchases is delivered to EMTEC, Inc. prior to the goods or services being received or services rendered by the District. EMTEC, Inc. will honor all of the terms and pricing stated on the purchase order. No confirming purchase orders will be issued by the District.

WHEREAS, this contract is contingent to the following: 21.1 The contract between EMTEC, Inc. and the District must be approved by the Paterson Public Schools’ Board of Education. 21.2 Approval of funding under the Universal Service Fund program (“E-Rate”). 21.3 Approval of the district’s budget for the 2008-2009 school year. 21.4 Based on a successful pilot program, if the district decides to test the product capability to measure voice and data performance.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Agreement entered into and made effective as of the 7th day of February, 2008, by and between: EMTEC Incorporated with principal offices located at 11 Diamond Road, Springfield, NJ 07081 (hereinafter, “EMTEC Inc.”) and the State-Operated School District for the City of Paterson, with principal offices located at 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey, 07505 (hereinafter “the District”); and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-29

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent has determined that it should obtain Technology services to implement Cisco Date Infrastructure Maintenance to assist the District; and

WHEREAS, Verizon Business, Inc. represents that it is fully qualified to provide the services hereunder, has and will maintain all required licenses, approvals and certifications; and

WHEREAS, Verizon Business, Inc. represents that it will promptly perform all services hereunder and will exert best efforts to perform same; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, Verizon Business, Inc. has provided the district with a copy of his/her Business Registration Certificate; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.26 and N.J.A.C. 6A:10A-4.1(e)(4), as applicable, Verizon Business, Inc. has provided the Board with a fully executed C.271- Political Disclosure Form; and

WHEREAS, 3.1 Verizon Business, Inc. shall provide the following services in accordance with the stated dates and timeframe set forth herein: as per the following Smartnet quotes provided by Verizon Business: 8-3AFK71, 8-3AFK73, 8-39797L, 8- 39797M, 8-39797O, 8-39797Q, 8-39797S; and

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WHEREAS, 4.1 the District’s sole financial obligation shall be as follows: should not exceed $305,939 where the District is responsible for 13% on E-Rate eligible buildings and 100% on ineligible buildings. The balance of 87% will be charged to E-Rate upon USAC approval. 4.1.1 There will be no charges to the District for out-of-pocket expenses. 4.2 In accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:19, Verizon Business, Inc. shall promptly submit to the District’s Business Administrator detailed monthly invoices with duly executed vouchers, and detailed expense vouchers when applicable under paragraph 4.1.1 of this Agreement. Such invoices shall be addressed to the State-Operated School District of the City of Paterson Public Schools, 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey 07505. Said invoices shall be payable within approximately 60 (sixty) days after submission of invoice for services received. 4.3 The District assumes no responsibility for the payment of any compensation, wages, benefits, or taxes by, or on behalf of, Verizon Business, Inc., its employees and others. Verizon Business, Inc. shall not be responsible for payment of compensation, wages and benefits, and all federal and State tax and Social Security liability that may result from the performance of, and compensation for said services. 4.4 The District will not pay for any goods or services received unless a District purchase order authorizing such purchases is delivered to Verizon Business, Inc. prior to the goods or services being received or services rendered by the District. Verizon Business, Inc. will honor all of the terms and pricing stated on the purchase order. No confirming purchase orders will be issued by the District.

WHEREAS, this contract is contingent to the following: 21.1 The contract between Verizon Business, Inc. and the District must be approved by the Paterson Public Schools’ Board of Education. 21.2 Approval of funding under the Universal Service Fund program (“E-Rate”). 21.3 Approval of the district’s budget for the 2008-2009 school year.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Agreement entered into and made effective as of the 7th day of February, 2008, by and between: Verizon Business Incorported with principal offices located at 8 Campus Drive, 1st Floor, Parsippany, NJ 07054 (hereinafter, “Verizon Business Inc.”) and the State-Operated School District for the City of Paterson, with principal offices located at 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey, 07505 (hereinafter “the District”); and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-30

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent has determined that it should obtain technology services to implement an Interactive TV Main Control Unit to assist the District; and

WHEREAS, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC represents that it is fully qualified to provide the services hereunder, has and will maintain all required licenses, approvals and certifications; and

Page 84 6/18/08 WHEREAS, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC represents that it will promptly perform all services hereunder and will exert best efforts to perform same; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC has provided the district with a copy of his/her Business Registration Certificate; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.26 and N.J.A.C. 6A:10A-4.1(e)(4), as applicable, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC has provided the Board with a fully executed C.271-Political Disclosure Form; and

WHEREAS, 3.1 Impact Technology Solutions, LLC shall provide the following services in accordance with the stated dates and timeframe set forth herein: as per Impact’s Agreement No: 08-5150 (1/22/2008); and

WHEREAS, 4.1 the District’s sole financial obligation shall be as follows: should not exceed 13% of $213,429, a total amount of $27,746. The balance of 87% in the amount of $185,683 will be charged to E-Rate upon USAC approval. 4.1.1 There will be no charges to the District for out-of-pocket expenses. 4.2 In accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:19, Impact Technology Solution, LLC shall promptly submit to the District’s Business Administrator detailed monthly invoices with duly executed vouchers, and detailed expense vouchers when applicable under paragraph 4.1.1 of this Agreement. Such invoices shall be addressed to the State-Operated School District of the City of Paterson Public Schools, 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey 07505. Said invoices shall be payable within approximately 60 (sixty) days after submission of invoice for services received. 4.3 The District assumes no responsibility for the payment of any compensation, wages, benefits, or taxes by, or on behalf of, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC, its employees and others. Impact Technology Solutions, LLC shall not be responsible for payment of compensation, wages and benefits, and all federal and State tax and Social Security liability that may result from the performance of, and compensation for said services. 4.4 The District will not pay for any goods or services received unless a District purchase order authorizing such purchases is delivered to Impact Technology Solutions, LLC prior to the goods or services being received or services rendered by the District. Impact Technology Solutions, LLC will honor all of the terms and pricing stated on the purchase order. No confirming purchase orders will be issued by the District.

WHEREAS, this contract is contingent to the following: 21.1 The contract between Impact Technology Solutions, LLC and the District must be approved by the Paterson Public Schools’ Board of Education. 21.2 Approval of funding under the Universal Service Fund program (“E-Rate”). 21.3 Approval of the district’s budget for the 2008-2009 school year.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Agreement entered into and made effective as of the 7th day of February, 2008, by and between: Impact Technology Solutions, LLC with principal offices located at 507 S. Narberth Ave, Suite 300, Merion, PA 19066 (hereinafter, “Impact Technology Solutions, LLC”) and the State-Operated School District for the City of Paterson, with principal offices located at 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey, 07505 (hereinafter “the District”); and

Page 85 6/18/08 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-31

WHEREAS, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC represents that it is fully qualified to provide the services hereunder, has and will maintain all required licenses, approvals and certifications; and

WHEREAS, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC represents that it will promptly perform all services hereunder and will exert best efforts to perform same; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC has provided the district with a copy of his/her Business Registration Certificate; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.26 and N.J.A.C. 6A:10A-4.1(e)(4), as applicable, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC has provided the Board with a fully executed C.271-Political Disclosure Form; and

WHEREAS, 3.1 Impact Technology Solutions, LLC shall provide the following services in accordance with the stated dates and timeframe set forth herein: as per Impact’s Agreement No: 08-5150 (1/22/2008); and

WHEREAS, 4.1 the District’s sole financial obligation shall be as follows: should not exceed 13% of $58,427, a total amount of $7,596 and 100% of $6,553 for ineligible buildings. The balance of 87% in the amount of $50,831 will be charged to E-Rate upon USAC approval. 4.1.1 There will be no charges to the District for out-of-pocket expenses. 4.2 In accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:19, Impact Technology Solution, LLC shall promptly submit to the District’s Business Administrator detailed monthly invoices with duly executed vouchers, and detailed expense vouchers when applicable under paragraph 4.1.1 of this Agreement. Such invoices shall be addressed to the State-Operated School District of the City of Paterson Public Schools, 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey 07505. Said invoices shall be payable within approximately 60 (sixty) days after submission of invoice for services received. 4.3 The District assumes no responsibility for the payment of any compensation, wages, benefits, or taxes by, or on behalf of, Impact Technology Solutions, LLC, its employees and others. Impact Technology Solutions, LLC shall not be responsible for payment of compensation, wages and benefits, and all federal and State tax and Social Security liability that may result from the performance of, and compensation for said services. 4.4 The District will not pay for any goods or services received unless a District purchase order authorizing such purchases is delivered to Impact Technology Solutions, LLC prior to the goods or services being received or services rendered by the District. Impact Technology Solutions, LLC will honor all of the terms and pricing stated on the purchase order. No confirming purchase orders will be issued by the District.

WHEREAS, this contract is contingent to the following: 21.1 The contract between Impact Technology Solutions, LLC and the District must be approved by the Paterson Public Schools’ Board of Education. 21.2 Approval of funding under the Universal Service Fund program (“E-Rate”).

Page 86 6/18/08 21.3 Approval of the district’s budget for the 2008-2009 school year.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Agreement entered into and made effective as of the 7th day of February, 2008, by and between: Impact Technology Solutions, LLC with principal offices located at 507 S. Narberth Ave, Suite 300, Merion, PA 19066 (hereinafter, “Impact Technology Solutions, LLC”) and the State-Operated School District for the City of Paterson, with principal offices located at 33-35 Church Street, Paterson, New Jersey, 07505 (hereinafter “the District”); and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-32

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools has used Edu-Met Interactive Systems Co. for computerized accounting solutions for the past nine years; and

WHEREAS, Edu-Met Interactive Systems Co. provides the districts computerized accounting solutions for Human Resources, Payroll, Accounting and Fixed Assists; and

WHEREAS, Edu-Met systems is a New Jersey Based Corporation specializing in NJ Department of Education and requirements; and

WHEREAS, Edu-Met provides upgrades to meet changes in DOE rules and regulations as part of their contract obligations; and

WHEREAS, Edu-Met is a sole source vendor for maintenance of this product; and

WHEREAS, the district will be researching other solutions for the district; and

WHEREAS, the district must maintain EduMet System for the 2008-2009 year as well as through the conversion to a new system; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools enter into a maintenance agreement with Edu-Met Interactive Systems Co. in the amount of $140,900.00 as per the terms of the attached contract; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-33

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools owns a 21 miles state of the art fiber optic network that provides voice, video and data services to all our buildings; and

WHEREAS, this fiber optic network consists of 20 miles of fiber above ground on over 900 telephone poles; and

WHEREAS, this network consists of one mile of underground fiber; and

WHEREAS, these voice, video and data are vital for the educational delivery of services to our students; and

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WHEREAS, these services voice, video and data are vital for the educational delivery of services in the district; and

WHEREAS, these networked services are vital to the administrative and business delivery of services in the district; and

WHEREAS, because the Paterson Public Schools owns this state of the art fiber network it enables us to be our own telephone service provider and give high speed internet access to the entire district; and

WHEREAS, this enables the district to obtain significant cost savings; and

WHEREAS, PSE&G has the ability and resources to service and maintain our fiber optic network; and

WHEREAS, PSE&G will provide emergency service to ensure the least amount of network interruption; and

WHEREAS, PSE&G is a tariff utility enabling the district to enter into a direct relationship with them; and

WHEREAS, the district is pursing relocation of a new administrative building at 90 Delaware Ave, Paterson NJ; and

WHEREAS, reconfiguration to downtown locations is anticipated due to move and closure of existing buildings; and

WHEREAS, final yearly cost may increase or decrease based on change in fiber length; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools enter into a maintenance agreement for the 2008-2009 school year with PSE&G in the amount of $87,400 as per the terms of the attached contract contingent on the current configurations remaining the same; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-34

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District desires to consistently improve the district’s technological support of the educational process; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Edge makes available interactive distance leaning between the district and a significant number of colleges and universities throughout the country utilizing a system-wide solution which provides services to the entire district; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey Edge has continued to improve their scope, quality, and quantity of their offerings by having made a significant investment in optical network equipment which allows them the opportunity to drive network costs down as they re-bid every component of the network over the next 16 months; and

Page 88 6/18/08 WHEREAS, the district has taken advantage of this service since 2004; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Technology has funds budgeted for this service for the 2008-2009 school year in an amount of $15,060; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools will enter into an agreement with New Jersey Edge for the 2008-2009 school year in the amount not to exceed $15,060.00 based on the 2008-2009 quote; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-35

WHEREAS, the Department of Technology is dedicated to providing efficient services and committed to continual improvement of services to its clients; and

WHEREAS, it is vital for the department to be able to execute Help Desk request for its services; and

WHEREAS, the department requires an enterprise size Help Disk system capable of managing the needs of a large school district; and

WHEREAS, Schooldude is capable of generating both project based as well as individual work orders; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Technology is committed to maintaining accurate and searchable documentation of all work orders issued; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Technology’s Help Desk has used School Dude’s IT direct for the past year; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Technology receives an estimated 5,000 requests for services per year; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Technology has need of a Help Desk solution that is specifically designed for educational institutions; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities has purchased the Schooldude systems appropriate for its area; and

WHEREAS, there will be a compatibility of both data and user interface which will improve the capabilities for the District; and

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Page 89 6/18/08 • Daily tape backup of system, daily backup of data, and 24/7 server monitoring in a dedicated data center environment. • SchoolDude.com’s conditions of use are governed by their online conditions of use statement available @ http://www.schooldude.com/toolbox/fs_CondOfUse_p.asp. • If within 60 days of order, you are not completely satisfied, you can cancel your service for a full refund. • Schooldude.com solutions are delivered for the client to access within 24 hours of the order. • Schooldude.com will contact you within 48 hours to schedule your QuickStart startup and training services. • Payment terms are Net 30.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District engage Schooldude of Raleigh, North Carolina, pursuant to the terms of a professional service agreement for a period of one year at a rate of $7,750.00 for the ITDirect Help Desk solution; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-36

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide a drug and alcohol misuse prevention program for all District School Bus Driver Employees for the 2008-2009 school year; and

WHEREAS, the random drug and alcohol testing program must be implemented to meet all applicable requirements of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Act of 1991; and

WHEREAS, the purpose of the testing program shall be to help prevent accidents and injuries resulting from the misuse of alcohol and controlled substances by employees performing safety-sensitive functions; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board of Education ratifies the action of the State District Superintendent in approving the agreement with Valley Health System (Health Net Services), 15 Essex Road, Paramus, New Jersey for the purpose of providing random drug and alcohol testing; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-37

WHEREAS, he Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide transportation for Paterson, Out of District and In District, Special Education pupils for the 2008-2009 extended school year; therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District ratifies the action of the Business Administrator in renewing the following contracts at a 2.89% increase (C.P.I.) for the 2008-2009 extended school year with the following Contractors as follows:

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Contractor Route # Destination 08/09 Per Diem Cost D&M SN91 Norman Bleshman 232.78 D&M S01A School # 1 252.08 D&M S01B School # 1 252.08 D&M S02A School # 2 252.08 D&M S02B School # 2 252.08 D&M S02C School # 2 245.91 D&M S02E School # 2 245.91 D&M SRC1 New Roberto Clemente 318.96 D&M SRC2 New Roberto Clemente 318.96 D&M SRC3 New Roberto Clemente 318.96 D&M SRC4 New Roberto Clemente 318.96 D&M SRC5 New Roberto Clemente 318.96 D&M SEM1 East Mountain School 354.97 Laidlaw SC57 C.P. Center 300.12 Laidlaw SC59 C.P. Center 300.12 Laidlaw ST51 STARS 268.34 Laidlaw ST52 STARS 268.34 Laidlaw ST53 STARS 268.34 Laidlaw S268 School # 2 261.28 Laidlaw S269 School # 2 261.28 Laidlaw S271 School # 2 261.28 Laidlaw S272 School # 2 261.28 Laidlaw S273 School # 2 261.28 Rudco SC56 C.P. Center High School 265.68 Rudco SC58 C.P. Center High School 242.16 Rudco SC61 C.P. Center 242.16 Rudco SF55 Forum School 174.78 Rudco SS90 Sawtelle School 165.69 Rudco SN92 Norman Bleshman 257.41 Scholastic SEK1 C.P. Center H.S. 265.07 Scholastic SEK3 C.P. Center H.S. 275.10 Scholastic SEK6 C.P. Center H.S. 265.07 Scholastic SEK7 C.P. Center 271.26 Scholastic SEK9 C.P. Center 271.26 Scholastic SK11 C.P. Center 273.74 Scholastic SK12 C.P. Center 284.89 Scholastic SC93 Community School 137.59 Scholastic S104 STARS 150.21 Scholastic S107 School # 1 201.82 Scholastic S108 School # 1 196.09 Scholastic SCL1 Calais School 210.40 Scholastic SGV1 Glenview Academy 234.88 Scholastic SC62 C.P. Center 277.19 Scholastic SC63 C.P. Center 199.26 Scholastic SN93 Norman S. Weir 313.92 Scholastic SC69 C.P. Center 327.19 Scholastic SL98 Learning Center 278.83 Scholastic SCTC Children’s Therapeutic 169.77 Scholastic SSLC Virginia Sawtelle 127.58 Scholastic SCH1 Hillcrest 205.78 Station Wagon SP45 Phoenix School 238.91 Station Wagon SP46 Phoenix School 238.91

Page 91 6/18/08 Station Wagon SDL1 Dale Avenue 225.98 Station Wagon SDL2 Dale Avenue 225.98 Station Wagon SWF3 Wayne Foundation 83.48 Station Wagon SNB9 New Beginnings 214.01 Station Wagon SGB2 STARS Academy 87.35 Trans Ed S270 School # 2 248.34 Trans Ed S112 Stop & Shop 102.06

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Total approximate cost for the 2008-2009 school year is: $427,624.50

Resolution No. C-38

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide temporary transportation for special needs pupil to out of district schools for the 2007- 2008 school year; and

WHEREAS, the district does not have a bid contract to meet these schedules, a transportation route had to be created after the start date of the school year in order to be compliant t the students’ educational needs; and

WHEREAS, the district may solicit quotations for unanticipated transportation services as stated in Title 6A:27-9.12; and

WHEREAS, the district will award to the lowest, of a minimum of three quotes; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that this quoted contract may be in effect for the balance of the 2007-2008 school year as it is under the bid threshold; therefore

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board of Education ratifies the action of the Business Administrator in awarding temporary contract to:

Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Trans Ed 100.00 38.00 2.00 138.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Total approximate cost for the 2007-2008 school year is: $13,524.00

Resolution No. C-39

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide temporary transportation for special needs pupil to out of district schools for the 2007- 2008 school year; and

WHEREAS, the district does not have a bid contract to meet these schedules, a transportation route had to be created after the start date of the school year in order to be compliant t the students’ educational needs; and

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WHEREAS, the district may solicit quotations for unanticipated transportation services as stated in Title 6A:27-9.12; and

WHEREAS, the district will award to the lowest, of a minimum of three quotes; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that this quoted contract may be in effect for the balance of the 2007-2008 school year as it is under the bid threshold; therefore

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board of Education ratifies the action of the Business Administrator in awarding temporary contract to:

Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Station Wagon 235.00 40.00 2.00 287.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Total approximate cost for the 2007-2008 school year is: $11,825.00

Resolution No. C-40

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide 2007- 2008 transportation for pupils to an out of district private non profit school; and

WHEREAS, rather than contracting a separate bus route or providing transportation reimbursement, the Department of Transportation has opted to increase the mileage on route DP2, at a savings to the district of $10,000.00; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Transportation has rerouted the existing route to an additional seven (7) miles each trip, am and pm, a total of fourteen (14) miles per day; and

WHEREAS, the current bus company being Jiggetts Transportation Services had previously bid $2.50 for additional mileage; therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District ratifies the action of the State Business Administrator in approving the contract addendum as following with Jiggetts Transportation, 24 Washington Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503:

Route # Mile Increase Total Miles Total Increase DP2 $2.50 2520 6,300.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Total approximate cost for the 2007-2008 school year is: $6,300.00

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WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide temporary transportation for special needs pupil to out of district schools for the 2007- 2008 school year; and

WHEREAS, the district does not have a bid contract to meet these schedules, a transportation route had to be created after the start date of the school year in order to be compliant t the students’ educational needs; and

WHEREAS, the district may solicit quotations for unanticipated transportation services as stated in Title 6A:27-9.12; and

WHEREAS, the district will award to the lowest, of a minimum of three quotes; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that this quoted contract may be in effect for the balance of the 2007-2008 school year as it is under the bid threshold; therefore

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board of Education ratifies the action of the Business Administrator in awarding temporary contract to:

Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Scholastic 75.00 20.00 2.00 95.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Total approximate cost for the 2007-2008 school year is: $3,800.00

Resolution No. C-42

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide temporary transportation for special needs pupil to out of district schools for the 2007- 2008 school year; and

WHEREAS, the district does not have a bid contract to meet these schedules, a transportation route had to be created after the start date of the school year in order to be compliant t the students’ educational needs; and

WHEREAS, the district may solicit quotations for unanticipated transportation services as stated in Title 6A:27-9.12; and

WHEREAS, the district will award to the lowest, of a minimum of three quotes; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that this quoted contract may be in effect for the balance of the 2007-2008 school year as it is under the bid threshold; therefore

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board of Education ratifies the action of the Business Administrator in awarding temporary contract to:

Page 94 6/18/08 Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Trans Ed 24.00 11.00 2.00 35.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Total approximate cost for the 2007-2008 school year is: $1,120.00

Resolution No. C-43

Resolution of the State Operate School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, on the bid for Fire & Burglar Alarm Service, Maintenance & Monitoring, PPS-225-09, for the 2008-2009 & 2009-2010 school years:

WHEREAS, on the authorization of the Business Administrator formal public bids were solicited for Fire & Burglar Alarm Service, Maintenance & Monitoring, PPS-225-09. This solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in the Record and the Herald Newspaper on April 30, 2008; and

WHEREAS, there was a pre-bid conference on May 6, 2008 at 10:00 am. Six (6) vendors attended the pre-bid conference; and

WHEREAS, sealed bid proposals were opened and read aloud on May 14, 2008 at 10:00 am in the Conference Room, 2nd Floor, 33 Church Street, Paterson, NJ 07505 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, twenty-five (25) bid spec’s were requested by vendors and one (1) submitted a proposal; and

WHEREAS, based on the prices submitted, the Department of Purchasing recommends that the bid for Fire & Burglar Alarm Service, Maintenance & Monitoring, PPS-225-09 be rejected since the lowest responsible/responsive bid proposal substantially exceed the cost estimates for goods and./or services for the 2008-2009 & 2009-2010 school years;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, rejects all bids for Fire & Burglar Alarm Service, Maintenance & Monitoring, PPS-225-09, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-22d; Rejection of Bids, and will be immediately go out for re-bid; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Resolution No. C-44

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools needs to enhance the Records Management Practices within the District through an integrated document management system; and

WHEREAS, the Bollinger Insurance Company has offered to donate in excess of 500 linear feet of high quality rolling filing equipment with a replacement value of between $60,000.00 and $70,000.00 to the District; and

Page 95 6/18/08 WHEREAS, the District would be responsible for the costs of transporting the rolling files to a District facility, storing and installing the equipment, which is estimated at approximately $20,000.00; and

WHEREAS, the equipment will be installed to store the District’s records in a more efficient manner and allow for a greater utilization of office space as well as records retrieval and retention;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Paterson Public Schools Board of Education that it authorizes the acceptance of this donation on behalf of the District; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOVED, that the Paterson Public Schools Board of Education authorizes the issuance of a letter of appreciation to the Bollinger Insurance Company for their generosity and support of Paterson Public Schools; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools Board of Education authorizes the Business Administrator to execute the steps necessary to secure this donation.

Resolution No. C-45

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools are required by New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:23-2.11-5(c).4(iii)-(vi) to prepare monthly Financial Statements; and

WHEREAS, the School Business Administrator has prepared and presented the Board Secretary Report A-148 and the Report of the Treasurer A-149 including the cash reconciliation for the month of April 2008;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools acknowledge receipt of and accept the Monthly Financial Reports for April 2008; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools hereby incorporates the Monthly Financial Reports for the fiscal period ending April 2008, as part of the minutes of this meeting and note the public discussion of same for the minutes; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Business Administrator be directed to forward to the County Superintendent the minutes together with the Monthly Financial Reports; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect upon its adoption.

Resolution No. C-46

Approve transfer of funds within the 2007-2008 school year budget for the month of April 2008.

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:23A-2.3(d)-(h) requires the Board Secretary and the Board of Education to certify that no budgetary line item account has been over-expended and that sufficient funds are available to meet the District’s financial obligations; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve transfer of funds within the 2007- 2008 school year budget, for the month of April 2008, so that no budgetary line item account has been over-expended and that sufficient funds are available to meet the

Page 96 6/18/08 district’s financial obligations, as requested by various budget manners, and as identified in the list of transfers attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Furthermore, the transfers were approved by the Department of Education.

Comm. Kerr: The fiscal committee met on Thursday, June 12. In attendance were Comm. Inoa, Comm. Best, and myself. Absent was Comm. Taylor. Staff present was Ms. Frances Finkelstein, Business Administrator, Mr. Michael Steinmetz, Assistant Business administrator, and Mr. David Buchholtz, Director of Food Services. The purpose of our meeting on Thursday was to review the bills scheduled for payment this month and to review the correction action plan for the food service department relative to the audit findings. Mr. David Buchholtz, Director of the Food Service department was in attendance at our meeting by the invitation of Ms. Finkelstein basically to give the committee a status report of the progress that the department has made since the audit. There were five findings that the department was cited for and in his presentation Mr. Buchholtz gave us the corrective action that he has taken and those that will be taken in order to ameliorate the situation that existed there. In a nutshell that is the report. The fiscal committee tonight is presenting to the Board resolution C-1 through C-46 for its consideration. May I have a motion?

It was moved by Comm. Kerr, seconded by Comm. Sayegh that Resolution Nos. C-1 through C-46 be adopted.

Comm. Hodges: I have some concerns over C-43, C-44, C-45, and C-46 in particular. I think I did address a letter to the Superintendent asking for an explanation as to why these were already signed in advance. Maybe due to my error I did not read the explanation that I'm apparently being told I may or may not have received. So I will be abstaining from those. That’s my only concern.

Comm. Kerr: Were your questions satisfied?

Comm. Hodges: Not enough to cause me to vote on them.

Comm. Kerr: Is there any further discussion?

Comm. Taylor: I would just like to say that in this department we have made many improvements and the parts that have been noted were some that we are working on. The next time around I don't believe we will see them. We have made a lot of improvement in the audit especially.

Comm. Kerr: We went over with Mr. Buchholtz a lot of areas in our last meeting and there are some good things happening based on what he told us. Tonight in Dr. Glascoe’s presentation I believe the projected reduction in the deficit is supposed to be about another $120,000. So we are looking at a deficit now of about $585,000.

Comm. Taylor: I would just like to compliment you on chairing that committee last year and continuing to do it this year. Without our monitoring and input from this Board although we are an advisory that they claim that we are and I refuse to own it, I'm a Board member and the strategic plan that you laid out on how we were going to address the shortcomings in the total audit as well as the cafeteria audit we stuck with it and asked the right questions to get the job done. It’s just not to say that Dr. Glascoe didn’t participate in it. But I know that we did and our committee did. We worked on it and we were in constant touch with Ms. Finkelstein and also asking some things of Mr. Kramer to make sure that department didn’t have us in $4 million debt again. I think we have done a good job there and this Board has been good monitors and good stewards of

Page 97 6/18/08 this money. This year when we have the parents come in to each school they will get an application and they will fill it out there and not take it home. They are not going to have it unless they have not been to that school. Any parent that comes to that school and any child in special education they will come and get that application because that is money to this district so we can add more staff for the schools of these principals that are asking for it. You can probably get more if you don't have to spend extra money with this particular program.

Comm. Kerr: Part of our discussion on Thursday was also to directly involve the principal.

Comm. Taylor: Yes, the principal has to be. That’s the first line. And then the cohort is the person that is involved. Dr. Glascoe made sure the cohorts were the people that actually went in there and told the principals what they had to make sure they got for us because we are living with a deficit every year. I don't care that they say we have millions of dollars. It is still not enough for this district to work with. They’ve taken too much away.

Comm. Kerr: Thank you, Comm. Taylor. Are there any other questions?

On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Best: Yes. Comm. Guzman: Yes. Comm. Inoa: Yes. Comm. Kerr: Yes. Comm. Muhammad: Yes. Comm. Sayegh: Yes. Comm. Taylor: Yes. Comm. Hodges: Let me just say that I want to abstain on any item in this section including the bills list that involves the YMCA. I'm also abstaining from C-43, C-44, C- 45, and C-46. Everything else is yes.

The motion carried.

POLICY COMMITTEE

Comm. Muhammad reported that the Policy Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution No. E-1:

Resolution No. E-1

WHEREAS, the Paterson Board of Education Policy Manual receives periodic revisions and additions; and

WHEREAS, the Policy Committee has reviewed policies for submission to the Board for first reading; and

WHEREAS, the Policy Committee has revised policies for first reading; and

WHEREAS, a special public comment session is being held August 6, 2008, for the public to comment on said policies; now therefore

Page 98 6/18/08 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following policies for first reading:

1440.1 Job Expenses (M) 2110 Philosophy of Education/District Mission Statement 3322 Teaching Staff Members’ Use of Cellular Phones 4322 Support Staff Member’s Use of Cellular Phones 5512.01 Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (M) 6520 Payroll Deductions 7433 Hazardous Substances 7441 Electronic Surveillance in School Buildings and on School Grounds 7444 Use of Metal Detectors 7650 Staff Members’ Use of School Vehicles 8310 Public Records 8335 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 8420 Emergency Evacuation 8461 Reporting Violence, Vandalism, Alcohol, and Other Drug Abuse (M) 8464 Missing Children (to be deleted) 9500 Cooperation with Educational Agencies

FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED, that in the event any policy, part of a policy or section of the bylaws is judged to be inconsistent with law or inoperative by a court of competent jurisdiction or is invalidated by a policy or contract duly adopted by the State District Superintendent or Board of Education, the remaining bylaws, policies, and parts of policies shall remain in full effect.

Comm. Muhammad: There were 21 policies that have been reviewed by the policy committee and are up for adoption. 16 of those policies have been completed and are on the agenda tonight for first reading. One non-mandated policy will be removed from the list because the district does not have defibrillators, thus it is not applicable.

Comm. Hodges: I'm sorry. What was that? I couldn’t hear that.

Comm. Muhammad: One non-mandated policy will be removed from the list because the district does not have defibrillators, thus that is not applicable.

Comm. Taylor: Which one?

Comm. Muhammad: 5300. Therefore, four policies remain incomplete that were reviewed by the policy committee. These policies are missing information that has to be provided by the administration. As soon as that information is submitted we will have first reading on those policies. One of these policies from the original group, 8601, is very critical because Mr. Tabenkin attended the Strauss Esmay seminar that provided information for completing the policy. He has requested a meeting with the policy committee to discuss the options. The meeting has been scheduled, and please mark your calendars, for Monday, July 21 at 4:00 p.m. I'm recommending 16 policies for first reading tonight. Copies of the policies are provided on the table for public review. The public will have an opportunity to make comments about these policies at our next workshop in August. The Board can still make recommendations and comments prior to the final adoption, which is expected at the August regular meeting. As a point of information, I received notice that we received another policy alert from Strauss Esmay. There are an additional 10 policies that have to be reviewed and adopted by this Board. I will be scheduling a committee meeting in the near future. May I have a motion for first reading on the 16 policies before you tonight?

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It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Sayegh that Resolution No. E-1 be adopted. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

UPDATE ON THE NJQSAC COMMITTEE

Comm. Best: I would like to just submit this report for information purposes only. The QSAC committee met. We had our first meeting this past Monday. It was a very productive meeting. We started off with a committee charge from the President that outlined the goals of the QSAC committee, which consisted of having the committee monitor the district’s progress. In the QSAC process through oversight this committee will be chiefly responsible for the portion of governance in the QSAC review as well as to be a hub to facilitate progress throughout the other committees for other portions in QSAC. We then had some discussion on what were the QSAC procedural processes and moving forward in the QSAC report. Next we had a district update on where we currently stood and to date all five corrective actions plans have been submitted to the state for approval. The state has not sent in a written approval of the corrective action plan. However, after the state submits the approval for the corrective action plans the six-month review process then begins. What occurs in the six-month review process is that throughout the six months the district has the opportunity to work on correcting the deficiencies in QSAC. Six months from that date the state will come back and do another assessment and if we were able to obtain 80 points out of each portion we will get that portion back as long as one of the portions is governance. We have to get governance back first before we can receive any other parts back in terms of local control. In moving forward we are looking to have a Board forward to focus on strategies on how to implement QSAC in all of the various committees. We are also looking to have a workshop where we will have a thorough update done on each part of the QSAC process. That’s pretty much all we discussed at that time. The next meeting has not yet been set. If there are any questions I will entertain them now through the chair.

Comm. Hodges: Mr. Best, if you don't mind I will report to you that I was asked to reach out to Jessica de Konick in order to find out what the state understood our position to be in terms of these reports. I e-mailed her a set of questions that came from the chair and the committee and I also left the same information with the secretary. Ms. de Konick reached out to me yesterday, but before that I also in speaking with the Commissioner of Education gave her those very same questions. I was informed that Deputy Commissioner Willa Spicer would be our liaison in that process. I was assured that I would be receiving information. When Ms. de Konick got back to me she told me again that Willa Spicer would be getting back to me presumably today. That did not occur as of 5:30 this afternoon when I left to come here so I will be reaching out to her again first thing tomorrow morning. So we are still waiting to the answers to those questions. But the Commissioner has those questions because I gave them to her personally. Ms. de Konick received those questions and she forwarded those to Ms. Spicer.

Comm. Best: I would just like to add also that the state has yet to approve our corrective action plan. The state in the QSAC policy stated that once all five corrective action plans were submitted the state would approve that within 30 days. We don't know the exact date when the last one was submitted, but we know that it was somewhere around April 30. That was well over 30 days ago and the state is not holding up their end by approving our corrective action plan. Once those corrective action plans are approved the clock then begins for the six-month review and we can determine how long it would take us as a district to regain local control from that point.

Page 100 6/18/08 So we have to keep the pressure on the state to approve our corrective action plans. Thank you.

Comm. Hodges: Is there any further discussion?

Comm. Kerr: Would you have any information regarding whether or not the state can say we are not approving your corrective action plan? What then after that? Is there a problem if they say they are not approving them?

Comm. Best: I was informed by Dr. Rush that the district had worked out an agreement that the district will work along with the state to create the corrective action plan. By working in partnership with the state to create these corrective action plans that the state will accept them because they had a hand in actually writing them. Am I correct on that Dr. Glascoe?

Dr. Glascoe: Yes. What we understand is to happen is the corrective action plan is in and the state reviews it. If there is some question of what we have submitted rather than send us back with a failing grade they would then get in touch with us to discuss that particular item and we correct it.

Comm. Kerr: Maybe I need to rephrase my question. They told us they would get back to us within 30 days. We have submitted our corrective action plan way over 30 days and there has not been a response to that. What does that say? That’s the question. What does that say? Does it mean they have not looked upon our corrective action plan favorably and it’s in the trash bin? What does that mean?

Comm. Hodges: It was June 17 before they discussed an interim coming to this district Mr. Kerr. From what I understand they are still struggling with a firm for the search committee. So obviously as was previously mentioned they may be very busy down there.

Comm. Kerr: The problem I have with that is it seems like they are working with two different sets of rules. One is applicable to us and the other applicable to the Department of Education. I remember the Commissioner taking former President Sayegh to task for not submitting...

Comm. Taylor: Mr. Kerr, excuse me for a moment. Could you speak into that microphone a little louder because we can't hear you down here?

Comm. Kerr: The Commissioner of Education took the former President Andre Sayegh to task for not submitting information on time to the department. As a result I believe we were penalized for that. The question is if they set the rule and we comply with the rules and they have not honored what they have set in place, what do we do about that?

Comm. Best: I want to refer to Mr. Kramer. You had a comment?

Mr. Kramer: Just to clarify, did I recall hearing that by the process we decided to go through by having the state involved that the 30 days was not going to be applicable to the district because we chose to go a different route? That’s how I recall the discussion in the meeting that we had.

Comm. Taylor: What does that mean?

Page 101 6/18/08 Comm. Hodges: Even if that is the case, this situation is of some urgency to this district. Particularly given the scores that we received and the subsequent deductions it would seem to me that the state might recognize that there is some sensitivity to this issue and would address it with all due speed and deliberation. I think that we are working very hard to address these. We are not complaining about anything. We are saying let's get the job done. If we are willing to roll up our sleeves to do whatever we have to do it would seem to me that would be of some level of priority. I know there are other things they have going on down there. But I'm somewhat surprised, particularly since as Mr. Kerr mentioned we have been admonished on a number of occasions for not doing things even though we may not have been given the opportunity to do them. I'm just disappointed in the delay.

Comm. Best: I'd like to add that during the discussion that we had because the state worked with the district in creating the corrective action plan that was supposed to lessen the time of 30 days not increase the time of 30 days. Because they worked with it they have a finer understanding of what the corrective action plan actually included and should have approved it within the first couple of days or hours upon receipt. It shouldn’t take them longer to review it than it would take them had they not worked with the district. So hopefully they will approve the corrective action plan and we can get started on our clock for our six-month review. This is something we are eagerly looking forward to because the district underneath Dr. Glascoe’s administration has made tremendous strides towards regaining local control and we are looking forward to that date.

Comm. Hodges: Did they see the final product that we submitted, Dr. Glascoe?

Dr. Glascoe: Let me ask Dr. Rush to respond to the additional questions. He has been our point person for our corrective action plans.

Dr. Michael Rush: First of all, let me say that either tomorrow or the next day each Board member will receive a complete package as we discussed the other night of the subcommittees that were put together and everything we have done up to this point regarding QSAC. That will explain a lot of questions. But to answer your question, when we agreed to work with the state there was no time clock that we had to punch. There was no time limit, but they were going to get back to us in a timely manner. I too was charged with contacting the state yesterday and I spoke with Ms. Nora Peck and she sent me an e-mail which will be in your packet tomorrow. The e-mail said basically that the 10-step plan is under review and as soon as that review is completed they would get back to us and let us know if we need to tweak it or if it would be approved. I asked her if that could be done as soon as possible so we can get on with our six-month process.

Comm. Hodges: Was there a timeframe for that review?

Dr. Rush: No. When we decided to work with the state then the 30 days was no issue. The 45 days that we had to get the short-range plan which you will receive tomorrow has been approved. That was in December. The long-range plan went to them in April. Then they worked with us through a process where we had to involve Board members, community, and district employees. So there were about 45 people who came together and we had to develop a 10-step process as to how we would improve our district concerning QSAC. We sent that document to them and that document is under review. You will receive a copy of that document tomorrow or the next day.

Comm. Best: When did we submit that document to them?

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Dr. Rush: On April 27 we submitted that.

Comm. Taylor: All of the pieces?

Dr. Rush: Pardon me?

Comm. Taylor: All of the parts?

Dr. Rush: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: It went in by April 30?

Dr. Rush: By April 30 it went in.

Comm. Taylor: I know it was like on a weekend. I did not understand it this way, but I know that I participated with the special education department piece and we finished and went over ours and I know it was handed in. If we work diligently in our think tank groups for each piece of this, what is happening in Trenton? Why can't they get their people together to go over these? Because right now our staff is leaving us. Our staff is getting ready to go out for the summer. At least some days before they come back and work in the district at least give them a few weeks vacation and then let them come back. If they don’t know when they are going to do it and when they are going to send it back that means we are going to have to haul people around to make sure they look at the pieces so we can tweak whatever Dr. Rush just said, to make it right. Then we won't know because some of those things you might have to go to a principal or a department head for because we asked a lot of people for information when we were putting ours together. So this is a difficult piece. I don't know why Trenton cannot do their part.

Comm. Best: Are there any further questions or comments? That concludes my report.

Items Requiring Acknowledgement of Review and Comments

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Comm. Taylor reported that the Personnel Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution No. F-1:

Resolution No. F-1

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent recommends the appointment, salary adjustments, transfers, leave of absence approvals, dismissals, contract renewals of tenured and non-tenured employees; and

WHEREAS, the advisory Board of the Paterson Public School District has reviewed the recommendation of the State District Superintendent; and

WHEREAS, the advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education has made comments as appropriate; and

WHEREAS, the advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education communicated its expectations that such recommendations are made on a timely basis and include the proposed appointment, transfer, removal or renewal of tenured and non-tenured,

Page 103 6/18/08 certificated and non-certificated personnel in compliance with contractual and/or statutory requirements;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education acknowledges reviewing and making comments based on the personnel recommendations of the State District Superintendent.

PERSONNEL

B.1 Motion to acknowledge that the advisory board of the Paterson Public Schools has reviewed the recommendation of the State District Superintendent and made comments as appropriate on the personnel recommendations by the Chief School Administrator including any appointments, transfer removals or renewal of certificated and non-certificated officers and employees. Further, the advisory board communicates its expectations that such recommendations are made on a timely basis and include the proposed appointment, transfer, removal or renewal of tenured and non-tenured, certificated and non-certificated personnel in compliance with contractual and/or statutory requirements. In addition, the State District Superintendent recommends the submission of the County Superintendent applications for emergent hire and the applicant’s attestation that he/she has not been convicted of any disqualifying crime pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A: 6-7.1 et. seq., N.J.S.A. 18A:39- 17 et. seq., or N.J.S.A. 18A: 6-4 et. seq.

A. APPOINTMENTS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY/DEGREE/STEP Benmergui, Becky Grade 3 No. 3 9/1/08 $50,565/BA+30/ Step 4 Bilingual/ESL Teacher Brooks, Douglas J. Science Teacher No. 3 9/1/08 $50,165/MA/ Step1 Burgos, Anthony Instructional John F. 9/1/08 $29,967/ Level 5/ Step 2 Assistant Kennedy HS Cancel, Donna School Secretary No. 5 5/27/08 $30,970/Step 12 Cepeda-Garcia, Milqueya Special Education John F. 9/1/08 $46,665/BA/ Step 1 Teacher Kennedy HS Chadha, Geeta Business Teacher Eastside HS 9/1/08 $47,665/BA/ Step 3 Estevez, Christina Confidential Department of 7/1/08 $30,600 Secretary Human Resources Forbes-Simmons, Joyce English Teacher Eastside HS 9/1/08 $51,065/MA/ Step 2 Grabowski, Barbara Grades 7-8 Math No. 27 9/1/08 $46,665/BA/ Step 1 Teacher Henning, Robyn Substance Rosa Parks HS 9/1/08 $55,584/BA+30/ Step 11 Awareness (.4) HARP (.2) Coordinator MPACT (.2) Pre-Collegiate Teaching

Page 104 6/18/08 Academy (.2) Maynard, Adrianna Student worker Deputy 7/7/08 $7.50/hr. Superintendent office’s Mekbeb, Saba Confidential Legal and 7/1/08 $58,000/ Level C Secretary Labor Relations Department Moore, Eucles J. Instrumental Music Eastside HS 9/1/08 $57,179/BA+30/ Step13 Teacher

APPOINTMENTS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY/DEGREE/STEP Morrison, Susie A. Home School No. 7 5/27/08 $10.50/hr. Community Liaison Orsini, Brian English Teacher Eastside HS 9/1/08 $48,165/BA/Step 4 Racaniello, Kristine Mathematics Eastside HS 9/1/08 $47,165/BA/Step 2 Teacher Rodriguez, Katherine Student worker Department of 3/5/08 $7.50/hr Transportation

Segreto, Joy School Nurse Department of 5/27/08 $51,065/BA+30/ Step 5 Nursing Silva, Robert E. Board Security Eastside HS 5/5/08 $34,279/ Step 6 Guard Zemo, Brenda A. Environmental and 404 Grand 5/27/080 $80,000/ Step 1 Occupational Health Street & Safety Officer

B. TRANSFERS

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Abdullah, Daniel D. Social Studies John F. Kennedy Grades 6-8 No. 20 Teacher HS Social Studies Teacher Ajimobi, Debra Social Worker No. 29 Social Worker No.20 Allen, Deborah Social Worker No. 4 Social Worker No. 4 (.4) EHS (.6) Almaita, Nadia Grade 5 Teacher No. 3 Grade 2 No. 3 Teacher Amenya, Malack Grade 7 Teacher No. 18 Grade 7 Math No. 18 Teacher Arencibia, Victor Grade 2 Teacher No. 21 Computer No. 21 Teacher Avidon, Roni Social Worker No. 20, Dale Social Worker No. 25 (.4) Ave. EWK (.6) Bauer, Suzanne Personal Aide No. 25 Instructional No. 25 Assistant

Page 105 6/18/08 Special Education Beagin, Theresa Grade 7 Language No. 26 Grade 6 No. 26 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Begum, Rehanna Literacy Coach Alexander Literacy Coach Norman S. Weir Grades K-4 Hamilton School Academy Bensh, Melissa Grade 6 Math No. 7 Grade 5 Math No. 7 Teacher Teacher Blake, Nancy Social Worker .5 No. (5) (.5) No. Social Worker No. 29 19

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Blank, Cathy Grade 2 Teacher No. 14 Grade 2 No. 12 Teacher Bluteau, Corine Grade 4 Teacher No. 20 Grade 6 No. 20 Language Arts Teacher Braxton, Sheldon Instructional No. 15 Personal John F. Assistant Assistant Kennedy HS Cabreja, Tana Secretary Senior Department of Confidential Department of Specialist Pupil Personnel Secretary Pupil Personnel Services Services Campos-Antonic, Instructional Roberto Instructional Roberto Jessica Assistant Clemente School Assistant Clemente Kindergarten School Cano-Molina, Computer Teacher No. 16 Grade 2 No. 16 Myriam Teacher Carriero, Domenico Grade 7 Social No. 24 Applied No. 24 Studies Teacher Technology Teacher Carrillo, Gilbert Special Education Dale Avenue Special Dale Avenue Teacher (Autistic) School Education School Teacher (LLD) Carvente, Jessie Grade 5 Teacher Urban Leadership Grade 1 Urban Academy Teacher Leadership Academy Cecala, Patrick Grade 4 Teacher No. 8 Grade 4 Alexander Teacher Hamilton Academy Charles, Trenance Grade 1 Teacher No. 14 Grade 2 No.20 Teacher Cirillo-Delgado, Grade 6 No. 7 Grade 7 No. 7 Stefanie Language Arts Language Arts Teacher Teacher Contuzzi, Anna Grade 1 Teacher No. 16 Grade 4 No. 16 Teacher

Page 106 6/18/08 Conway-Rankin, Grade 4 No. 18 Grade 5 No. 27 Julie Language Arts Teacher Teacher Covacci, Steven Instrumental Music (.6) No. 9 Instrumental (.6) No. 9 Teacher (.2) No. 19 Music Teacher (.2) No. 21 (.2) No. 21 (.2) No. 5 Davidson, Barry L.D.T.C. Norman S. Weir L.D.T.C. EHS School DeCroce, Nadia Grade 2 Teacher No. 17 Grade 4 No. 17 Teacher Delgado, Carmen Social Worker No. 28 Social Worker No. 28 (.8)

AHA (.2) DeVivo, Fran Grades 6-8 Social No. 20 Computer Lab No. 20 Studies Teacher Teacher

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Dias, Melaika Grade 3 Teacher Urban Leadership Grade 2 Urban Academy Teacher Leadership Academy Dickson, Jennifer Grade 7 Language No. 20 Grade 7 No. 20 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Dickson, Jennifer Grade 7 Language No. 20 Grade 6 No. 20 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Dittmer, Danielle Grade 3 Teacher No. 14 Grade 1 No. 14 Teacher Donohue, Joseph Personal Assistant No. 12 Instructional BUILD Assistant Academy Duncan, Paul Grade 6th Teacher No. 20 Grade 4 No. 20 Teacher Falek, Debra Grade 8 Math No. 7 Grade 6 Math No. 7 Teacher Teacher Fatica, Denise Academic Support No. 17 Right size No. 17 Teacher Felts, Pamela Grade 1 Teacher No. 14 Grade 4 No. 14 Teacher Fields, Marvin Grade 3 Teacher No. 1 Grade 2 No. 1 Teacher Fierro, Mary M. Drop Out Rosa Parks HS Teacher Rosa Parks HS Prevention Scheduler International HS Specialist Fiorito, Juana Instructional No. 30 Instructional No. 30 Assistant Grade 1 Assistant Special Education Fisher, Tara Computer Teacher No. 26 Academic No. 26

Page 107 6/18/08 Support Teacher Gaitanis, Elaine L.D.T.C. No. 20, Dale Ave L.D.T.C. No.20 (.8) Dale Avenue (.2) Gakuo, Jane Grade 4 Teacher No. 26 Academic No. 26 Support Teacher

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Gessler, Deborah Instructional No. 30 Personal Edward W. Assistant Assistant Kilpatrick School Giordano, Lindsay Grade 2 Teacher No. 1 Grade 3 No. 1 Teacher Goddard, Academic Support No. 8 Kindergarten No. 27 Thomasena Teacher Teacher Granados, Patricia Confidential Department of Secretary Department of Secretary Pupil Personnel Senior Pupil Personnel Services Specialist Services Grevensen, Grade 2 Teacher No. 25 Grade 2 No. 28 Michelle Teacher Gurecki, Sharon Grade 5 Math No. 18 Grade 4 Math No. 18 Teacher Teacher Gutt, Jeffrey Grade 8 Social No. 24 Technology No. 24 Studies Teacher Coordinator Haas, Joyce Facilitator No. 20 Grade 3 No. 20 Teacher Harris, Ronald Security Guard No. 1 Security Guard No. 9 Henry, Kanene Grade1 Teacher No. 27 Technology No. 20 Coordinator Hernandez, Luis Social Worker Dale Avenue Social Worker No. 24 (.6) Dale Avenue (.4) Henzel, Michael Grade 4 Teacher No. 16 Computer N. 16 Teacher Hillman, Gail Social Worker Urban Leadership Social Worker Urban Academy Leadership Academy (2.) Eastside HS (.8) Holmes, Patrisha A. Personal Assistant Department of Personal Dale Avenue Language Assistant School Arts/Secondary James, Shaunta Academic Support No. 13 Grade 3 No. 13 Teacher Teacher Jasper, Aaron Grade 2 Teacher No. 20 Grade 3 No. 14 Teacher

Page 108 6/18/08 Jatovsky, Marcy Music Teacher Academy Music Teacher No.19/ No. 11 Performing Arts/ BUILD Academy Jenkins, Brandy Grades 6-8 Math No. 30 Grade 6 Math No. 12 Teacher Teacher Johnson, Carla Grade 4 Teacher No. 25 Grade 1 No. 25 Teacher

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Kapalan, Rachyl Grade 8 Language No. 18 Grade 7 No. 18 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Kearney, Grade 1 Teacher Urban Leadership Grade 5 Urban Cassandra Academy Teacher Leadership Academy Keller, Robin Academic Support No. 26 Grade 2 No. 26 Teacher Teacher Killian, Dennis Psychologist No. 20, Dale Ave. Psychologist No. 25 (.4) EWK (.6) King, Alessandrar Grade 5 No. 18 Grades 5 & 6 No. 18 Bilingual/ESL Bilingual Teacher Teacher King, Bruce Academic Support No. 18 Grade 1 No. 18 Teacher Teacher King, Bruce Grade 1 Teacher No. 18 Academic No. 18 Support Teacher Kirkman, Sharon Grade 2 Teacher No. 14 Grade 1 No. 14 Teacher Kochis, Sharon Grade 4 Teacher No. 20 Instructional No. 20 Math Coach Kopic, Rosa Grade 7 Math No. 7 Grade 8 Math No. 7 Teacher Teacher Kravis, Yuko Special Education No. 18 Special No. 18 Resource Education Teacher Laudi, Joann L.D.T.C. No. 10 LDTC John F. Kennedy HS Lee, Bequia Social Worker No. 1 Social Worker No. 26 (.6) No. 1 (.4) Malawer, Barbara Academic Support No. 20 Grade 1 No. 20 Teacher Teacher Marte, Joseph Grade 6 Teacher No. 18 Grade 7 Social No. 18 Studies Teacher Massey, Timika Grade 2 Teacher No.10 Grade 2 No. 10 Teacher McCollum, Andre Supervisor Alternative Middle Acting Vice Sports

Page 109 6/18/08 School Principal Business/ Public Safety Academy McDuffie, Jamie Instructional No. 30 Instructional No. 30 Assistant Special Assistant Grade Education 1 McEntree, John Grade 1 Teacher No. 20 Grade 4 No. 20 Teacher

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION McManus, Edward Grade 2 Teacher No. 3 Grade 5 No. 3 Teacher Mearizo, Stephanie Grade 6 Language No. 20 Grades 7 & 8 No. 20 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Mearizo, Stephanie Grade 7-8 No. 20 Grade 8 No. 20 Language Arts Language Arts Teacher Teacher Melchiano, Peter Grade 6 Teacher No. 25 Grade 4 No. 25 Teacher Merkerson, Leslie Secretary Senior Department of Secretary Department of Specialist Payroll Senior Accounting Specialist Mongelli, Rosanna Grade 2 Teacher No. 3 Grade 4 No. 3 Teacher Morales, Jeannette Special Education No. 18 Special No. 18 Teacher (BD) Education Teacher Moran, Florencio Math Teacher No. 21 Grade 6 Math No. 3 Teacher Mulvaney, Bridget Grade 3 Teacher Urban Leadership Grade 2 Urban Academy Teacher Leadership Academy Mulvihill, Elissa Academy Support No. 18 Grade 8 No. 18 Teacher Language Arts Teacher Musarra, Nicole Grade 7 Literacy No. 24 Grade 8 No. 24 Teacher Literacy Teacher Nafash, Gary Grade 6 Math No. 26 Grade 7 Math No. 26 Teacher Teacher Nucci, Tina Academic Support No. 26 Grade 4 No. 26 Teacher Teacher O’Neil, Lynn Grade 3 Teacher No. 3 Grade 4 No. 3 Teacher Ordonez, Emma Grade 2 Teacher No. 16 Grande 1 No. 16 Teacher Pathare, Vinod D. Mathematics No.27 Mathematics International HS

Page 110 6/18/08 Teacher Teacher Pereira, Gloria Grade 1 Teacher No.25 Grade 6 No. 25 Teacher Piccolo, Carolyn LDTC No. 25 LDTC Norman S. Weir School Polo, Michele Grade 7 Language No 7 Grade 8 No. 7 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Randion, Jannelle Psychologist No. 25, EWK Psychologist No. 20 (.8) Dale Avenue (.2) Resnick, Lee Academic Support No. 26 Computer No. 26 Teacher Teacher

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Ricciardi, Patricia Speech Language No. 11 (.2) Speech Out of District Specialist No. 24 (.6) Language Programs (.2) No. 28 (.2) Specialist No. 24 (.6) No. 25 (.2) Robinson, Deborah Grade 6 Teacher No. 26 Grade 7 No. 26 Language Arts Teacher Sanchez-Medina, Science Bilingual Department of Science John F. Gin Teacher Community Teacher Kennedy HS Services Serrano, Vanessa Grade 5 Teacher No. 20 Facilitator No. 20 Shaw, Ann Grades 6-8 No. 15 Grade 3 No. 26 Teacher Teacher Sideris, Sophia Computer Lab No. 20 Technology No. 20 Teacher Coordinator Signoretti, Gene Instrumental Music (.5) No. 8 Instrumental (.6) No. 3 Teacher (.5) No. 5 Music Teacher (.2) No. 18 (.2) No. 26 Simone, Antonetta Grade 8 Literacy No. 24 Grade 8 Social No. 24 Teacher Studies Teacher Slopey, Diana Grade 4 Teacher No. 3 Grade 2 No. 3 Teacher Small, Cherone Academic Support No. 13 Academic No. 12 Teacher Support Teacher Smith, Christine Social Worker No. 17 Social Worker No. 18 (.6) No. 17 (.4) Sutter, Sean Grade 4 Teacher No. 17 Right size No. 17 Taylor, Gloria Vice Principal on Department of Vice Principal Alternative assignment Early Childhood Middle School Tierney, Joe Social Worker Alternative Middle Social Worker Alternative School Middle School

Page 111 6/18/08 (.6) No.8 (.4) Toscano, Joan Special Education Dale Avenue Special Dale Avenue Teacher (LLD) School Education School Teacher (Autistic) Tubil, Lourdes Grade 7 Teacher No. 25 Grade7 No. 25 Teacher

Urgovitch, Anne Academic Support No.18 Technology No. 18 Marie Teacher Coordinator Valle, Kathleen Grade 8 Language No. 7 Grade 6 No. 7 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher

TRANSFERS (CONT.)

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION LOCATION Verace, Alessandro Grade 5 Math No. 7 Grade 7 Math No. 7 Teacher Teacher Warburton, Melissa Instructional No. 30 Instructional STARS Assistant Grade 1 Assistant Academy Special Education Weitzman, Iris Social Worker New Roberto Social Worker No. 5 Clemente School Wellins, Kelly Technology No.24 Grade 7 Social No. 24 Coordinator Studies Teacher Teacher Wiebe, Lynn Social Worker No. 25 Social Worker Norman S. Weir School (.4) No. 20 (.6) Wimberly, Benjie Teacher on Superintendent’s Teacher on Department of assignment/Site Office assignment/ Community Coordinator Site Services Coordinator Wojcik, Melissa Academic Support No. 18 Grade 1 No. 18 Teacher Teacher Zelaya, Mercedes Grade 3 Bilingual No. 3 Grades 6-8 No. 3 Teacher Bilingual Teacher

C. RESIGNATIONS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE Ambrose, Mathew Interdisciplinary Department of 4/16/08 Instructional Curriculum & Instruction Barnard, William Math Teacher No. 6 7/1/08 Butler, Kenia Cafeteria monitor 14th Avenue ELC 6/23/08 Campisi, Anthony Director of Abbott Department of 4/7/08

Page 112 6/18/08 Program Business Cerami, Christa Grade 1 Teacher Alexander Hamilton 9/1/08 Academy Fisher, Janice Music Teacher No. 1 7/1/08 Godfrey, Jennifer Grade 3 Teacher No. 3 4/1/08 Gonzalez, Odalys Cafeteria monitor No. 3 10/3/07 Gowdy, Michael Coordinator of Garrett Morgan 6/30/08 Transportation Academy Hayes, Erin Music Teacher No. 14 6/30/07 Korayim, Gada Grade 1 Teacher No.18 4/30/08 Mayer, Isabelle Grade 5 Teacher No. 27 5/13/08 Mikolajczk, Dana Grade 2 Teacher No. 3 6/30/08 Miller, Irby Principal John F. Kennedy HS 6/30/08 Moran, Victoria Student worker Deputy 7/1/08 Superintendent Office Negron, Omaira School Secretary No. 24 6/30/08

RESIGNATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE Pino-Morales, Celia Vice Principal No. 6 7/1/08 Pizarro, Elizabeth Special Education No. 1 6/30/08 Teacher Prescott, John Personal Aide John F. Kennedy HS 5/20/08 Resto, Haydee Confidential Secretary Department of Human 4/29/08 Resources Rivera, Carola Cafeteria worker Department of Food 4/21/08 Services Roche, Luz Home School No. 1 6/9/08 Community Liaison Rodriguez, Cafeteria monitor No. 3 12/14/07 Jacqueline Valentin Jr., Luis Grade 2 Teacher No. 13 (revised) 5/8/08 Wesdyk, Melissa Grade 4 Teacher No. 14 6/30/08

D. RETIREMENTS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE YEARS DATE OF SERVICES Anderson, Howard Guidance Counselor No. 1 7/1/08 23 years Angus, Linda Technology No. 20 7/1/08 37 years Coordinator Battimelli, Caterina Cafeteria worker Department of Food 7/1/08 18 years Services Boyd, Renee Academic Support No. 12 7/1/08 36 years Teacher Broda, Carol Guidance Counselor No. 25 7/1/08 32 years Brunckner, Barry Music Teacher No. 19 7/1/08 28 years Bzdek, Liliane LDTC Teacher Eastside HS 7/1/08 35 years Cabani, Rita LDTC Teacher John F. Kennedy 7/1/08 37 years

Page 113 6/18/08 HS Camacho, Luz Cafeteria worker Department of Food 7/1/08 14 years Services Capobianco, Guidance Counselor John F. Kennedy 7/1/08 33 years Marianna HS

Corrado, Jane Instructional Math/ No. 20 7/1/08 38 years Literacy Coach Daniels, Jannette Academic Support No. 12 7/1/08 39 years Teacher Daniels, Roselyn Guidance Counselor Dale Avenue School 7/1/08 40 years Daugherty, Lorraine Kindergarten Dale Avenue School 7/1/08 32 years Teacher Davis, Cora Academic Support No. 15 7/1/08 22 years Teacher Delmauro, Nancy Grade 3 Teacher No. 26 9/1/08 26 years DeMott, Bruce Business Education Eastside HS 7/1/08 33 years Teacher Farkas, Jean SAC Teacher John F. Kennedy 5/1/08 19 years HS Flandera, Linda Cafeteria worker Department of Food 7/1/08 25 years Services Gaughan- Leppert, Instructional Literacy Norman S. Weir 7/1/08 33 years Elizabeth Coach School

RETIREMENTS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE YEARS DATE OF SERVICES Gelman, Barry Social Studies John F. Kennedy HS 7/1/08 36 years Teacher Gioria, Alberico Chief Custodian John F. Kennedy HS 5/1/08 34 years Glascoe, Michael State District Superintendent 7/1/08 3 years E. Superintendent Office Healy, Paul Science Teacher HARP Academy 7/1/08 40 years Hemsey, Farid Vice Principal No. 9 7/1/08 41 years Hollender, Terry Grade 3 Teacher No. 20 7/1/08 35 years Howard, Estelle Reading Teacher Eastside HS 7/1/08 36 years Lalugba, Linda Special Education Roberto Clemente 7/1/08 29 years Teacher School Lee, Annabelle Special Education No. 11 7/1/08 37 years Teacher Moscarell, Helene Special Education No. 5 7/1/08 27 years Teacher Morales, Rosa Cafeteria worker Department of Food 5/1/08 5 years Services Olsen, Patricia Grade 2 Teacher No. 25 7/1/08 23 years Perez, Iris Academic Support No. 12 7/1/08 26 years Teacher Perry, Floyd Guidance Counselor No. 18 7/1/08 6 years

Page 114 6/18/08 Riley, Mary Social Worker International HS 5/1/08 30 years Rocca, Patricia Academic Support No. 3 7/1/08 38 years Teacher Saez, Sylvia Cafeteria worker Department of Food 7/1/08 12 years Services Santos, Hector Coordinator of Department of 11/15/08 31 years Student Student Attendance Suizzo, Anna Grade 2 Teacher No. 26 7/1/08 32 years Taliaferro, Anna District Wide Parent Resource 6/1/08 38 years Coordinator Center Torres, Ana Guidance Counselor Roberto Clemente 5/1/08 28 years School Vega, Theresa World Language John F. Kennedy HS 7/1/08 25 years Teacher

E. SUSPENSIONS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE Weaver, Lisa Confidential Secretary Superintendent’s 6/2/08 Office

F. TERMINATIONS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE ABDEL DAYEM, Substitute District 5/30/08 HANEEN Teacher ABDELQADER, Substitute District 5/30/08 FATMEH Teacher ABDELZIZ, AZZA R. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ABDERRAHIM, Substitute District 5/30/08 MUYASAR F. Teacher ABDULLAH, Substitute District 5/30/08 KHADIJAH M. Teacher ACCURSO, JESSICA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ACEVEDO, RUTH Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ACOSTA, ROCIO V. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ADAMS, JASON L. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ADAWI, MOHAMMED Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ADENUGA, Substitute District 5/30/08 ADEFUNKE A. Teacher ADILI, NAZMIJE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher AHMED, SABAH Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher AHMED, SHUMI K. Substitute District 5/30/08

Page 115 6/18/08 Teacher AHMED, ZAKARIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher AL TAANI, JAMAL A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ALATIYAT, NESREEN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ALEXANDER, Substitute District 5/30/08 MICHAEL L. Teacher ALFORD, PAULA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ALMONTE, ANNY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ALMONTE, CARMEN Substitute District 5/30/08 I. Teacher ALMONTE, JOSE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ALMONZA, JR., Substitute District 5/30/08 DAMUS Teacher ALVAREZ, FAUSTO E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ALY, WAFAA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE AMONI, JACOB A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ANDERSON, Substitute District 5/30/08 ASHRAFAH Teacher ANDERSON, Substitute District 5/30/08 MAURICE Teacher ANDREWS- Substitute District 5/30/08 PETRELLA, PATRICIA Teacher A. ANGELO, MICHELLE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher APELMAN, JODI Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ARAN, CAROL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ARIAS, LEONOR E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ASHLEY, WILLOLA M. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ASSAR, WAHID M. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ATTIA, NADIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ATTIEH, MICHELINE Substitute District 5/30/08

Page 116 6/18/08 B. Teacher AUSTIN-JONES, Substitute District 5/30/08 KIMEKO Teacher AVENT, ALIYAH Y. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BAKER, HENRY W. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BAKR, ALY A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BALABAN, GOKHAN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BARRERA, DENISE J. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BATEMAN, CHARLES Substitute District 5/30/08 R. Teacher BATTISTA, ALYSIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BECERRA, JUAN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BECERRA, KATIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BERRIOS, WILLIAM Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BLANCO, MARIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BOUYAALA, FATIHA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE BRIGHT, LINDSEY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher BROWN, HERBERT Chief Custodian No. 12 6/2/08 CAMERON, Substitute District 5/30/08 CHAUNDRA Teacher CAMERON, Substitute District 5/30/08 SHONTELL Teacher CAPERS, GREGORY Substitute District 5/30/08 A. Teacher CARAMICO, JONNA Substitute District 5/30/08 M. Teacher CEDENO, HERMINIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher CLARK, SEAN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher COLON, HECTOR Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher CONFORTH, ROBERT Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher CORBY, ARTHUR P. Substitute District 5/30/08

Page 117 6/18/08 Teacher CORREA, DAVID E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher CORREA, EVELYN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher COSBY, JAMES C. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher DALTON, DONNA V. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher DE LA CRUZ, Substitute District 5/30/08 FERNANDO A. Teacher DE LA CRUZ, Substitute District 5/30/08 VANESSA A. Teacher DE LADE, LAUREN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher DE LAS SALAS, JULIA Substitute District 5/30/08 J. Teacher DOCK, YOLANDA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher DRAGANI, DAVID G. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher DURAN, ALTAGRACIA Substitute District 5/30/08 M. Teacher DURAN, DANIELLE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher EARLE, JONATHAN Substitute District 5/30/08 W. Teacher FARIAS, NATALY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher FERKO, ELAINE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE FLORES, RAUL O. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher FOREMAN, KISHON Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher FORTE, KENNETH Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher FRANCO, CRYSTAL Substitute District 5/30/08 A. Teacher FRANKLIN, VALAIDA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher FRANKOSKI, ALENA Substitute District 5/30/08 J. Teacher FRESOLONE, Substitute District 5/30/08 ANDREA N. Teacher FULMORE JR., Substitute District 5/30/08 JOSEPH S. Teacher

Page 118 6/18/08 GARCIA, CARLOS World Language No. 8 6/19/08 Teacher GHALIAH, AIDA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GHOBRIAL, SAMIR F. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GIBSON, SANDRA R. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GONZALEZ, CARMEN Substitute District 5/30/08 I. Teacher GONZALEZ, MANUEL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GRANT, KENESHA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GROSS, RONALD Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GUERRERO, RAQUEL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher GUZMAN, EDWIN D. Substitute District 6/24/08 Teacher HANAFY, ASMAA A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher HARBATKIN, JUDITH Substitute District 5/30/08 F. Teacher HASAN, MAHER Y. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher HICKERSON, Substitute District 5/30/08 CHARMAINE V. Teacher HILLEL, BARBARA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher HINCAPIE, Substitute District 5/30/08 ELIZABETH Teacher HIRSCHBERG, Substitute District 5/30/08 ROSALIND S. Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE HYNES, SHANTISHA Substitute District 5/30/08 A. Teacher IBRAHIM, AIAT Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher INOA, DANILO E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher JACKSON, DARRYL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher JENNINGS, JASON Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher JOAQUIN, ANA L. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher JONES, TAMARA Substitute District 5/30/08

Page 119 6/18/08 Teacher JONES, YAKIMA C. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher KANTROW, SHARI Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher KASS, DENISE A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher KHALIL, MAYSOUN H. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher LAUREN, MICHELLE Substitute District 5/30/08 L. Teacher LEBRON, YOLANDA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher LEE, JAKARI T. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher LEON, PATRICIA C. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher LOPEZ, ERIK Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher LUGO, SONIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MACK, TAKEYLA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MAHFOUZ, ALISON Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MAJOR, WESTON G. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MALDONADO, Substitute District 5/30/08 FERNANDO Teacher MANLEY, JOHN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MARCO, ELLY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MARTE, JESSICA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MARTIN, ROUKY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE MARTINEZ, LUCIANO Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MAYORAL, RENO E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MCBRIDE, TIFFANY J. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MCLEAN, REGINA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MEDINA, MARIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher

Page 120 6/18/08 MIESES, FLORI Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MONTAS, MILVELIS Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MORALES, SANDRA Substitute District 5/30/08 J. Teacher MORIN, MERCEDES Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MUSA, ABU A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher MYRTAJ, VJOLLCA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher NASREDDINE, NABIL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher NEWMAN, RONALD Substitute District 5/30/08 G. Teacher OBEIDALLAH, NAHLA Substitute District 5/30/08 M. Teacher OGUNBAMERU, Substitute District 5/30/08 COURAGE Teacher OSORIO, CAROLINA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher PETTIFORD, FELICIA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher POLKOWSKI, Substitute District 5/30/08 MELISSA L. Teacher RASOOL, SAMRINA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher ROBINSON, FEMALE CAFETERIA No. 21 5/16/08 MONITOR ROBINSON, Substitute District 5/30/08 QUASHEEMA M. Teacher RODGERS, Substitute District 5/30/08 TATANISHA O. Teacher RODRIGUEZ LOPEZ, Substitute District 5/30/08 WENDY Teacher RODRIGUEZ, KAITY Substitute District 5/30/08 B. Teacher ROSE, NEVILLE R. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE ROSENTHAL, JOYCE Substitute District 5/30/08 C. Teacher RUZI, JAHEDA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SABRI, RSHA E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SADIQ, SAFIYAH Substitute District 5/30/08

Page 121 6/18/08 Teacher SAEZ, ADOLFO Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SALEM, NADIA E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SALOMON, JOANNE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SAUNDERS, Substitute District 5/30/08 LOCKSLEY Teacher SCHWINN-LEVINE, Substitute District 5/30/08 ANTOINETTA M. Teacher SCOTT, MARGAREE Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SHEHU, ANILA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SIKORA, MARK R. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SIMMONS, KEWANNA Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SINGLETON, TISHA Substitute District 5/30/08 Y. Teacher SMIKLE, TISHAWN A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SMITH, DOREEN E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher STAPINSKI, SHARON Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher STEEN, ROBERT A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher STERLING, ROBERT Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SUCHMAN, PHYLLIS Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher SUMPTER, TYCEY L. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher TAHERI, MARY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher TAPPAN, JEANETTE Substitute District 5/30/08 C. Teacher TELLEZ, RAFAEL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher THOMAS-WILLIAMS, Substitute District 5/30/08 BERNARD Teacher

TERMINATIONS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE TORRES-RIVAS, Substitute District 5/30/08 KARINA Teacher TRANQUILLE, Substitute District 5/30/08 YVONTE B. Teacher

Page 122 6/18/08 VALDEZ, WENDY E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VALERA, ESTEFANIA Substitute District 5/30/08 C. Teacher VALERIANO, GLADYS Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VARGAS, RAFAEL Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VARGHESE, Substitute District 5/30/08 PRADEEP A. Teacher VELAZQUEZ, SOL M. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VELEZ, ANDREW R. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VELEZ, VIDIAN Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VERA, ARTURO E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher VIGORITA, VINCENT Substitute District 5/30/08 M. Teacher WALKER, LEROY Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher WALTERS, NICOLE A. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher WEAVER, LATRISHA Substitute District 5/30/08 S. Teacher WENDLAND, Substitute District 5/30/08 JENNIFER Teacher WEYGANT, Substitute District 5/30/08 KATHERINE M. Teacher WILLIS, JAMES E. Substitute District 5/30/08 Teacher WOLFENDEN, SCOTT Substitute District 5/30/08 G. Teacher

G. LEAVES OF ABSENCE

NAME NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DATE OF LEAVE Abd El Hafez, Medical Personal Aide Department of 5/7/08-6/13/08 Rashad Community Services Acosta- Asmar, Family-Medical School Social No. 18 3/10/08-5/2/08 Wanda Worker Adams, Eunice Family/Materinity/Childcare Special STARS 6/5/08-6/30/08 Education Academy Teacher Addison, Tisha Family/Maternity/Children Personal Norman S. Weir 1/17/08-4/11/08 Assistant School Alexander, Marcia Family-Medical Social Worker No. 10 6/10/08-6/30/08 Almaita, Nadia F. Family-Maternity Grade 5 No.3 6/25/08-6/30/08

Page 123 6/18/08 Teacher Anderson, Howard Family-Medical Guidance No. 1 5/6/08-5/31/08 Counselor Anderson, Howard Family-Medical Guidance No. 1 5/6/08-6/30/08 Counselor Antonoff, Betsy Medical Guidance Eastside HS 4/11/08-4/15/08 Counselor Battagliese,Ingrid Family/Maternity/Children Academic No. 9 5/16/08-6/30/08 Support Teacher Beach, Melissa Childcare Math Teacher No. 18 9/1/07-6/8/08 Berrone, Nadia Family-Caregiver Music Teacher No. 3 4/8/08-4/23/08 Bick, Michele Family-Childcare Science Panther 5/23/08-5/30/08 Teacher Academy Bick, Michele Childcare Science Panther 9/1/08-6/30/09 Teacher Academy Bogardus, Margaret Family-Medical SAC Teacher No. 7 1/16/08-6/30/08 Boscarino, Diane Medical Music Teacher No. 6 5/1/08-6/30/08 Brizan, Elizabeth Family-Medical Personal Aide No. 20 4/16/08-5/4/08 Brown, Lakeyba Family-Medical Language Arts No. 12 2/4/08-4/4/08 Teacher Brezsnyak, Carol Family-Medical Kindergarten Dale Ave 6/2/08-6/30/08 Teacher School Cahuana, Milagros Maternity Cafeteria Department of 6/11/08-6/13/08 Worker Food Services Cahuana, Milagros Maternity Cafeteria Department of 6/11/08-6/30/08 Worker Food Services Campbell, Glenda Family-Medical Instructional No. 25 6/1/08-6/6/08 Assistant Campbell, Glenda Family-Medical Instructional No. 25 6/1/08-6/26/08 Assistant Caraccio Jean M. Family-Maternity Special No. 2 6/2/08-10/31/08 Education Teacher Casais-McBride, Family-Childcare Bilingual No. 2 9/1/08-6/30/09 Belinda Teacher

LEAVES OF ABSENCE(CONT.)

NAME NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DATE OF LEAVE Castaneda, Maria Family/Maternity/Childcare Instructional No.8 9/1/08-9/18/08 Assistant Cicarelli, Danyel Family/Maternity/Children Instructional Department of 9/1/08-12/31/08 Literacy Language Arts Teacher Secondary Decker, Jennifer Family/Maternity/Childcare Technology No. 2 12/12/07-4/30/08 Coordinator Delellis, Julila Family-Childcare Teacher of No. 18 9/1/08-10/31/08 Handicapped Dolan, Roseann Personal Leave Grade 3 No. 3 9/17/07-9/1/08

Page 124 6/18/08 Teacher Dudley, Martha Personal Personal Edward 1/23/08-5/9/08 Assistant Kilpatrick School Duran-Gencarelli, Family-Maternity Grade 8 No. 11 3/27/08-4/25/08 Melissa Teacher Faddoul, Faeda Maternity Special No. 2 5/27/08-6/30/08 Education Teacher Feaster, Bertha Family-Medical Cafeteria Department of 4/29/08-5/31/08 Worker Food Services Ferguson, Eva Family-Medical Cafeteria Department of 5/5/08-6/1/08 Worker Food Services Galatin, Beatrice Family-Caregiver ESL Teacher No. 6 9/1/08-11/30/08 Garcia, Carlos Administrative Leave World No. 8 6/12/08-pending Language Teacher Gilmore, Marci Family-Medical Personal Norman S. Weir 5/7/08-6/2/08 Assistant School Garcia, Janet Medical School No. 30 5/21/08-5/27/08 Secretary Gilmore, Marci Medical Personal Norman S. Weir 5/7/08-5/28/08 Assistant School Godfrey, Jennifer Childcare Grade 3 No. 3 9/1/07-3/31/08 Teacher Gonzalez, Darlene Family-Medical Cafeteria Department of 2/25/08-5/2/08 Worker Food Services Granata, Teresa Family-Medical Special No. 18 5/13/08-6/30/08 Education Teacher Kimyetta K., Bynum Maternity Grade 5 No. 10 4/15/08-6/30/08 Teacher Lee, Vera Family-Medical Social Studies International HS 6/2/08-6/30/08 Teacher Lilburn, Deven Family/Maternity/Childcare Grade 1 No. 5 3/31/08-6/30/08 Teacher Lopez, James Medical Security Guard International HS 4/7/08-5/9/08 Lopez, James Medical Security Guard International 4/7/08-5/24/08 High School

LEAVES OF ABSENCE(CONT.)

NAME NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DATE OF LEAVE McCrae, Tawana Family-Medical Cafeteria Department of 4/22/08-6/30/08 Worker Food Services McLeod, Shawnee Family-Medical Specialist Department of 6/10/08-7/1/08 Security Services Mendoza, Nubia Family-Medical Bilingual/ESL No. 10 4/4/08/-5/19/08 Teacher

Page 125 6/18/08 Mendoza, Nubia Family-Medical Bilingual No. 10 5/20/08-6/30/08 Teacher Muniz, Matilde Family-Maternity Grade 5 No. 5 4/21/08-6/30/08 Teacher Nelson, Danielle Family-Maternity School Social Department of 6/1/08-6/30/08 Worker Special Education Out of the District Nelson, Travis Family/Childcare Personal Alternative 5/12/08-5/16/08 Assistant Middle School Neufeld, Arthur Family/Medical Social Studies Eastside HS 2/20/08-3/24/08 Teacher Neufeld, Arthur Family-Medical Social Studies Eastside HS 5/5/08-5/16/08 Teacher Ocasio, Wanda Family-Medical Personal Aide Norman S. Weir 1/31/08-6/30/08 School Patterson, Renee A. Family/Maternity/Childcare School Eastside HS 5/19/08-10/14/08 Psychologist Phillips, Quana Family-Medical Physical John F. 6/1/08-6/30/08 Education Kennedy HS Teacher Pluchino, Rosa Family-Maternity Grade 4 No. 24 4/28/08-6/30/08 Teacher Plunkett, James Medical Math Teacher Eastside HS 4/16/08-4/25/08 Prescott, Shelton J. Family-Medical Special John F. 5/15/08-5/30/08 Education Kennedy HS Teacher Psarros Vogt, Voula Family-Medical Special No. 19 4/18/08-6/30/08 Education Teacher Psarros Vogt, Voula Family-Medical Special No. 19 4/18/08-6/20/08 Education Teacher Ramos, Jussara Family-Medical Administrative Department of 6/2/08-8/1/08 Secretary` Language Arts Roman, Yesenia Family-Maternity Grade 2 No. 19 5/14/08-6/20/08 Teacher Romer, Lauren Medical Facilitator No. 1 4/16/08-5/2/08 Salama, Ahmed Personal Math Teacher PANTHER 10/1/07-4/28/08 Academy Scopoulis, Nadine Family-Medical Grade 1 No. 20 4/1/08-4/4/08 Teacher Sinopoli, Cheryl Childcare Math Teacher No. 18 4/17/08-6/12/08

LEAVES OF ABSENCE(CONT.)

NAME NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DATE OF LEAVE Sinopoli, Cheryl Childcare Math Teacher No.18 4/17/08-5/27/08 Sirico, Barbara Family/Maternity/Childcare Grade 3 No. 19 6/2/08-6/30/08 Teacher

Page 126 6/18/08 Speights, Betty Family-Medical Senior Department of 5/5/08-5/9/08 Accountant Accounting Office Stuart, Cynthia Childcare Special No. 27 9/1/08-6/30/09 Marie Education Teacher Sucorowski, Family-Caregiver Life No. 7 4/22/08-5/12/08 Christine Management Teacher Torres, Ana Family-Medical Guidance Roberto 4/1/08-4/30/08 Counselor Clemente School Trexler, Carolyn Family-Childcare Special No. 7 9/1/08-10/31/08 Education Teacher Van Dalinda, Childcare Grade 1 Dale Avenue 5/23/08-6/30/09 Sharon Teacher School Vargas, Lucy Family-Maternity World Language No. 27 5/1/08-6/30/08 Teacher Williams, Ericka Family-Medical Computer No.14 4/16/08-5/23/08 Teacher Williams, Ericka Family-Medical Computer No. 14 4/16/08-6/30/08 Teacher Williams, Sheree T. Family-Medical Instructional No. 26 4/23/08-5/2/08 Assistant Wiltshire, Candida Family/Medical Grade 6 Math No. 12 4/25/08-6/30/08 Teacher Wozniak, Laurie Family-Medical Music Vocal Alexander 5/15/08-6/30/08 Teacher Hamilton Academy Zizza, Maria Medical Grade 2 No. 24 4/14/08-5/30/08 Teacher

G1. LEAVES OF ABSENCE (RETURN TO ACTIVE STATUS)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DATE Addison, Tisha Personal Assistant Norman S. Weir 4/14/08 School Antonoff, Betsy Guidance Counselor Eastside HS 4/21/08 Beach, Melisa Grade 4 Language No. 18 6/9/08 Arts Teacher Bick, Michelle Science Teacher Panther Academy 9/1/08 Brown, Lakeyba S. Language Arts No. 12 4/14/08 Teacher Gonzlez, Darlene Cafeteria Worker Department of Food 5/5/08 Services Gilmore, Marci Personal Assistant Norman S. Weir 6/3/08 School Jimenez, Nicole Kindergarten Teacher No. 19 4/5/08 Lopez, James Security Guard International HS 5/12/08 Nelson, Travis Personal Aide Alternative Middle 5/19/08

Page 127 6/18/08 School Neufeld, Arthur Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS 3/25/08 Nolton, Gail Grades 6-8 Language No. 18 5/1/08 Arts Teacher Pearson, Heather Math Teacher No. 24 6/2/08 Peguero, Yahaira Special Education Eastside HS 5/9/08 Teacher Plunkett, James Math Teacher Eastside HS 4/28/08 Prescott, Shelton Special Education John F. Kennedy HS 6/2/08 Teacher Robles, Lisa J. Confidential Secretary Human Resources 5/1/08 Saggese, Gina Grade 5 Math & No.8 4/15/08 Science Teacher Salama, Ahmed Math Teacher PANTHER Academy 4/29/08 Schiele, Wayne Physical Education PANTHER Academy 5/12/08 Teacher Scopoulis, Nadine Grade 1 Teacher No. 20 4/7/08 Sinopoli, Cheryl Math Teacher No. 18 5/28/08 Speights, Betty Senior Accountant Accounting Office 5/12/08 Terranova, Lauren Grade 6 Teacher No. 9 6/2/08 Varano, Jennifer Special Education STARS Academy 5/1/08 Teacher Waddell, Michelle Psychologist No. 24 6/2/08 Williams, Ericka Computer Teacher No. 14 5/27/08 Williams, Sheree Instructional Assistant No. 26 5/5/08 Zizza, Maria Grade 2 Teacher No. 24 6/2/08

H. NON-RENEWALS

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abuhamdah, Zahiah Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Brownfield, Eyvonne Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 DeLa Cruz, Rafaela Cafeteria Monitor BUILD Academy Farrar, Alfreda Cafeteria Monitor No. 30 Flores, Martha Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Game, Gina Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Harris, Mary Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Hasan, Badrul (rescind) Cafeteria Monitor MPACT Academy Ibrahim, Zakiya Cafeteria Monitor Dale Avenue School Jackson, Joycelyn Cafeteria Monitor BUILD Academy Jones, Tamika Cafeteria Monitor No. 21 Medina, Agustina Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Mendieta, Romona Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Nero, Mekeylia Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Rivera De Valenzuela, Fiordeliza Cafeteria Monitor No. 2 Rivera, Jose M. (rescind) Bilingual/ESL Teacher No. 8 Rodriguez, Elizabeth Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Rodriguez, Elvira Cafeteria Monitor No. 8 Scott, Carnethia Cafeteria Monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School Smith, Christie Cafeteria Monitor No. 10

Page 128 6/18/08 Spann, Annette Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Talavera, Myriam Cafeteria Monitor No. 10 Williams, Naleshiah Cafeteria Monitor No. 2

I. POSITION CONTROL

NATURE OF POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION ACTION To create 62 new pc# 1 Vice Principal International HS Pending availability of 1 Language Arts Funds. Determination Department that positions are Chairperson actually needed. 1 Math Department Chairperson 1 Science Department Chairperson 1 Social Studies Department Chairperson 1 World Languages Department Chairperson 1 Guidance Department Chairperson 1 School Registrar 3 Guidance Counselors 1 School Psychologist 1 LDTC 1 Social Worker 1 Chief Custodian 1 Parent Coordinator 1 Attendance Officer @.5 3 Teachers of the Handicapped (Resource) 2 Teachers of ESL 3 School Secretarys 6 Teachers of English 8 Math Teachers 7 Science Teachers 6 Social Studies Teachers 3 Physical Education Teachers 1 Instrumental Music Teacher 1 Tech Coordinator 1 Teacher of Business

Page 129 6/18/08 2 World Language Teachers-French 1 World Language Teacher- Spanish 1 World Language Teacher – Arabic

POSITION CONTROL (CONT.)

NATURE OF POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION ACTION To create new pc# Personal Assistant Norman S. Weir Action to abolish School pc#78 to use to fund new hire, a Turkish speaking Personal Assistant.

J. ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION

Action requested to provide stipends for five (5) Teachers to attend the Mathematics Strategies and Techniques Professional Development. $34 per hour @ 2 hours per day = $68.00 per day @ 5 days =$340.00 per person. May 28-29, June 3,14 and 10th. Not to exceed $1700.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Doyle, Doreen Grade 6 Math Teacher No. 20 Lachapel, Jose Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 15 Lagos, Virginia Grades 6-8 Math Teacher No. 24 Quito, Luis Math Teacher Eastside HS Ruth, Sheila Special Education Teacher No. 4

To authorize twenty six (26) Teachers and their alternates (substitutes) to teach grade 8 Algebra I before or after school starting September 1, 2008- June 30, 2009; not to exceed 180 hrs. per year. $34/hr 180 hrs. x 26 teachers x 1.04= $165,485.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alegria, Victor Math Teacher Eastside HS Ali-Muhammad, Shabazz Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS (substitute) Alvarez, Isaac Math Teacher No. 13 Amenya, Malack (substitute) Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 18 Apaza, Luis (substitute) Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Ayres, Samuel Math Teacher Eastside HS Banerjee, Banmali Math Teacher Eastside HS Braico, Cosmo Grade 7 Math/Grades 7 & 8 No. 3 Social Studies Teacher Bussanick, Claire Math Teacher Eastiside HS Cantatore, Angela Instructional Math/ Literacy BUILD Academy Coach Correa, Nancy (substitute) Grade 6 Bilingual Teacher No. 5

Page 130 6/18/08 Doyle, Doreen (substitute) Grade 6 Math Teacher No. 20 Garrabrant, Kenneth Math Teacher Sports Business Academy Giesler, Patricia Special Education Teacher Norman S. Weir School Haddad, Viola Math Teacher Eastside HS Kopic, Rosa (substitute) Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 7 Lagos, Virginia (substitute) Grades 6-8 Math Teacher No. 24 Lake, Paul (substitute Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 12 Leobino, Elaine (substitute) Grades 6-8 Math Teacher Performing Arts Academy Lichon, Edward Math Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Mangalathil, Joshy Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Manzo, Jaclyn(substitute) Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 27 Mokry, Sylvia Math Teacher Eastside HS Mola, Teresa (substitute) Grades 6-8 Math Teacher Norman S. Weir School Molina, Sarai (substitute) Math Teacher Eastside HS Nafash, Gary (substitute) Grade 6 Math Teacher No. 26 Patel, Akshay Math Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy Polo, Erik Scheduler Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Prevosti, Helen Grade 8 Teacher No. 5 Quaynor, Alfredo Technology Coordinator No. 28 Quito, Luis Math Teacher Eastside HS Raimondo, Tim Math Teacher MPACT Academy Roman, William Math Teacher Eastside HS Rowland, Donald Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Salama, Ahmed Math Teacher Panther Academy Sanchez, Cynthia Grade 8 Math/Science No. 2 Teacher Sezen, Turkan (substitute) Math Teacher Eastside HS Spiegelman, Lauren Grade 8 Teacher No. 21 (substitute) Tadakamala, Gopi Science Teacher HARP Academy Tsimpedes, Joanna Instructional Math /Literacy No. 27 (substitute) Coach Yilmaz, Dorothy Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 18 Zablocki, John (substitute) Academic Support Teacher No. 20

To hire six (6) High School Language Arts Teachers (from May to June 2008) to serve on a curriculum committee to pace 9-12 Language Arts Literacy curriculum frameworks and revise/develop course guides in alignment with board approval Language Arts curriculum; weekdays sessions not to exceed 180 hours; total at #34.00/hour; Saturday not to exceed 160 hours at $34.00/hour total amount not to exceed $11,560.00 (see action)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DiStasio, Amelia English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Krapohl, Cheryl English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Muller, Anita English Teacher Rosa Parks HS

Page 131 6/18/08 Rich, Judith Language Arts Teacher Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Saleem, Hafiz English Teacher Eastside HS White, Marianna English Teacher PANTHER Academy

Action requested to provide stipends for nineteen (19) Teachers to attend the Multi-Sensory Reading Approach Professional Development. $34.00 per hour @ 2 hours per day $68.00 per day @ 5 days = $340.oo per person starting May 28, 29, 2008-June 3 & 4 and 10th, 2008. Not to exceed $6460.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Adams, Philomena Special Education Teacher No. 24 Almonte, Elizabeth Special Education Teacher No. 13 Bellini, Jennifer Special Education Teacher No. 1

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Bergen, Kelley Special Education Teacher No. 9 Blue-Gaskins, Yolanda Special Education Teacher Norman S. Weir School Cadet, Patricia Instructional Math /Literacy Edward W. Kilpatrick School Coach Francis, Yorkanis Special Education Teacher No. 13 Fraser, Teresa Speech Teacher Dale Avenue School Garnett, Kristina L. Special Education Teacher No. 5 Ghani, Farzana Special Education Teacher No. 5 Garcia, Lynette Special Education Teacher Roberto Clemente School Hershbain, Charlene Special Education Teacher No. 5 Hopps, Gayle Special Education Teacher No. 15 Pesochinsky, Olga Special Education Teacher No. 5 Polanco, Eileen ESL/ACES Teacher Eastside HS Rhein, Kathleen Special Education Teacher Edward W. Kilpatrick School Vermaas, Pamela LDTC No. 21 Williams, Andrea Special Education Teacher No. 5 Winick, Catherine Special Education Teacher No. 7

To compensate eight (8) Teachers for their participation in the school’s Professional Learning Community during after school hours. Not to exceed 50 hours total. Total amount of $1700.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Crotty, Louann Instructional Math/ Literacy No. 14 Coach Ernst, Linda Librarian No. 14 Felts, Pamela Grade 1 Teacher No. 14 Flaherty, Angela Grade 3 Teacher No. 14 Hernandez, Anel Kindergarten Teacher No. 14 McKinney, Joann Instructional Literacy Coach No. 14 Mulder, Jane Coordinator of Instruction No. 14 Assessment Rodriguez-Lora, Giovanna Technology Coordinator No. 14

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To compensate four (4) Teachers to participate in the Professional Learning Communities Grant held during non-school hours at $34.00 per hour not to exceed 48 hours effective 6/23-6/30/08. Total amount of $1632.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Buttacavoli, Rosanne Administrative Assistant Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Gurnari, Vincent Social Studies Teacher Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Holloway, Pamela Guidance Counselor Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Rich, Judith Language Arts Teacher Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION (CONT.)

To compensate twenty-two (22) Teachers to participate in the Professional Learning Communities Grant held during non-school hours at $34.00 per hour not to exceed 200 hours (time allotted). For the 2007-2008 school year. Not to exceed $6,800.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alsharif, Christine Instructional Literacy Coach No. 5 Correa, Nancy Grade 6 Bilingual Teacher No. 5 Cusmano, Giovani Academic Support Teacher No. 5 Feliciano, Christopher Grade 8 Teacher No. 5 Grullon, Daniel Grade 8 Bilingual Teacher No. 5 Haliskoe, Patricia Grade 5 Teacher No. 5 Hill, Shakeena Grade 5 Teacher No. 5 Jemas, Joanne Grade 8 Language Arts Teacher No. 5 Karim, Mohammad Grades 6 & 7 Math Teacher No. 5 Ledbetter-Smith, Natasha Grade 6 Teacher No. 5 Lopez, Lucille Computer Teacher No. 5 Lorenzo, Mercedes Grade 7 Teacher No. 5 Musnikow, Gayle Grade 6 Teacher No. 5 Nunez, Yudelis Coordinator of No. 5 Instruction/Assessment Ondimu, Jacqueline Special Education Teacher No. 5 Pellegrino, Melissa Grade 7 Language Arts Teacher No. 5 Pena-Roodriguez, Maria ESL Developmental Teacher No. 5 Pesochinsky, Olga Special Education Teacher No. 5 Riker, Jill Special Education Teacher No. 5 Romaniello, Annette Instructional Math /Literacy No. 5 Coach Sendon, Jose Technology Coordinator Teacher No. 5 Serrano, Arraceli Special Education Teacher No. 5

To compensate fifteen (15) Teachers for presenting at the Best Practices Forum at the New Roberto Clemente School on June 18, 2008 4:00-6:00p.m. Pay at a rate of $34.00 per hour for a total of

Page 133 6/18/08 4 hours per person. 15 Teachers; $34.00 x 4 hours = $136.00. Not to exceed the amount of $2,040.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alegria, Victor Math Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy Capers, Sonja Grade 8 Language Arts Teacher No. 4 Gutt, Jeffrey Grade 8 Teacher No. 24 Inclan, Roberto English Teacher Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Kopic, Rosa Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 7 Ladd, Diana Special Education Teacher Sports Business Academy Lagos, Virginia Grades 6-8 Math Bilingual No. 24 Teacher Malachi, Shakera Grade 6 Teacher No. 21 Maragh, Phyllis English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Medina-Lewko, Roxanne Technology Coordinator No. 6 Ramdath, Kenrick Transportation Special/Science Garrett Morgan Academy Teacher Ruth, Shelia Special Education Teacher No. 4 Sloan, Tammy Kindergarten Teacher No. 21 Ugliarolo, Stefanie Grade 3 Teacher No. 1 Zeig, Dawn Librarian No. 1 K. OTHER

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Barca, JoAnn Special Education No. 1 Action is required to Teacher hire as a Coordinator for the ESY Program at STARS Academy from July 1, 2008- August 12, 2008. Barnes, Yasmin Developmental ESL Eastside High School To hire summer Teacher school SRA Language Arts Teacher for Eastside HS from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 @$34.00 per hour /27 days at 4.5 hours per day in the amount $4,131.00. Black, Darryl SAC Teacher No. 25 Inadvertently paid $1,000.00 for lunch coverage, (payroll has reverse the entry) it should have been paid to Jessie Giella Blank, Cathy Grade 2 Teacher No. 14 To rescind the transfer due to right size. Transfer her to pc#698 grade 2 No. 12 effective 9/1/08.

Page 134 6/18/08 Bria, Amelia Guidance Counselor Rosa Parks HS To compensate 1 high school Guidance Counselor for services provided during July and August. Compensation is $34.00 per hour x 5 hours x 12 days not to exceed $ 2.040.00. Cohen, Beverly Nurse Urban Leadership To hire for summer Academy 2008 Kindergarten; maximum 75 hours at the rate of $34.00 per hour. Not to exceed $2,550.00. Collins-Charles, Occupational Therapist Department Early To hire for Summer Elizabeth Childhood Preschool Special Education Program. Not to exceed 24 days, 5 hrs. per day. Not to exceed $4,080.00.

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Conte, Sandra School Nurse Alexander Hamilton To hire summer school Nurse Academy for Eastside HS from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 @$34.00 per hour, 27 days at 4.5 hours per day in the amount of $4,131.00. Dinc, Haluk Physical Education No. 10 To withhold the increment for Teacher the 2008-2009 school year effective 9/1/08. Dipini, Rosa M. Assistant Department of Buy back (10) vacation days. Supervisor of Payroll Payroll Emolo, Debra Speech Teacher No. 9 To hire as Speech Language Specialist for the ESY Program at STARS Academy from July 1, 2008- August 12, 2008. At a rate of $34.00 hour; not to exceed $5,100.00. Fabor, Christopher Art Teacher International HS To request for salary adjustments based on additional degree earned, from BA+30 to MA retroactive to September 16, 2007. Fahmy, Tahia Math Teacher Public Safety Rescind the non-renewal of Academy Tahia Fahmy pc#8420 Math

Page 135 6/18/08 Teacher effective June 30, 2008 in accordance with 6:3-4.2. Effective July 1, 2008 transfer Ms. Fahmy to pc#5207 Math Teacher Freeman, Kim Social Studies Great Fall Academy In accordance with at the New Teacher Jersey Tenure Dismissal Law, pay employee for the period of March 19, 2008 through May 22, 2008 during which time he was suspended with pay. Fresse, Javer Grade 4 Teacher No. 28 To fill the position of Grade 4 Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program from July 7-July 31, 2008 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hour in the amount of $2,584.00. Fuller, Mona Instructional No. 28 To withhold the increment for Assistant the 2008-2009 school year effective 9/1/08. Fuller, Nicole Special Education No. 28 To fill the position of Resource Teacher Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program from July 7-July 31, 2008 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hour in the amount of $2,548.00

OTHER (CONT.)

Approve the settlement of the case captioned Paterson Education Association v. State Operated School District of Paterson, OAL DKT. EDUOR 11528-2005N/ Agency Ref. No. 200- 8/05, pertaining to Donaldson hearings. Approval to revise #1494, to increase the hours per day for the MANDATED STATE WORKSHOP 8 hours per day x 2 days= 16 hours x $34 per hour- $544 x 3 Literacy Coaches = $1,632.00.

Page 136 6/18/08 The following accounts numbers are to pay substitute secretaries for the 2008-2009 school year. Schools substitute secretaries account#11.000.240. 105.690.089 ($44,000.00) Central office substitute secretaries account# 11.000.251.105.690. 089 ($43,000.00) in the total amount of $87,000.00. Gallina, Dianne Facilitator No. 28 To fill the position of Lead Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program 19 days @ $40.00 per hour @5 hours per day in the amount of $3,800.00 from July 7-July 31, 2008.

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Goldberg, Jason Grade 6 Science No. 11 To rescind previous Teacher transfer from pc# 4859, Curriculum and Instruction back to pc#1389 Gonzalez, Victoria School Nurse International HS To hire Summer School Nurse for John F. Kennedy HS from July 1, 2008- August 7, 2008 $34.00 per hour 27 days, at 4.5 hours per day in the amount of $4,131.00 Greene, Tanya T. Health/Social Service John F. Kennedy HS To hire Summer Coordinator School Lead Teacher from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 $40.00 per hour 27 days at 4.5 hours per day in the amount of

Page 137 6/18/08 $4,860.00. Haddad, Violla S. Math Teacher Eastside HS To hire Summer School SRA Math Teacher for Eastside High School from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 @ $34.00 per hour 27 days at 4.5 hours per day in the amount of $4,131.00. Hampson, Nicole Grade 4 Language No. 18 To compensate 1 Arts Teacher Lead Teacher of the Summer Enrichment Program commencing July 7, 2008 and ending July 29, 2008 from 7:30 am- 12:30 p.m. @ the rate of $40.00 per hr x 85 hrs = $3400.00. Not to exceed $3400.00

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Harris-Hodge, Grade 2 Teacher No. 28 To fill the position of Lakresha Grade 3 Teacher Summer Enrichment Program from July 7-July 31, 2008 19 days @ 4 hours per day $34.00 per hour in the amount of $2,584.00. Hilbert, Freida Instructional No. 28 To fill the position of Math/Literacy Coach Teacher (substitute) in the Summer Enrichment Program July 7-July 31, 2008 @ $34.00 per hour as needed x 19 days @ 4 hours per day in the amount of $2,584.00 Holloway, Pamela Guidance Counselor Paterson Pre- To compensate for Collegiate Teaching working during the Academy summer five (5) hours per day for five (5) days as

Page 138 6/18/08 guidance counselor at PPTA at $34.00 per hour from August 25- through August 29, 2008. Hoover, Nora Supervisor Department of To appoint as Assessment, Planning Supervisor of SRA and Evaluation Summer Program, position control #11323. Program will run from 7/13- 8/31/07. Not to exceed 125 hours/35 days. Not to exceed $5,000.00. Program location(s): Eastside HS and John F. Kennedy HS and the Division of Assessment, Planning and Evaluation.

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Hoover, Nora Supervior Department of To appoint as Assessment, Planning Supervisor for the and Evaluation SRA Summer Program. Program will run from July 14, 2008 thru August 25, 2008 not to exceed 125 hours/31days. Not to exceed $5,000.00. Jenkins, Morris Department Head Eastside HS Temporarily reassign to the Department of Pupil Personnel Services. Johnson, Kimberly Grade 1 Teacher No. 6 Rescind the transfer Kimberly Johnson pc#3785 Grades 6-8 Science, Location Alexander Hamilton Academy right size to No. 6 pc#3185 Grade 1 Teacher effective July 1, 2008

Page 139 6/18/08 Kearney, John Social Studies International HS To reimburse for Teacher driving the school van to athletic events during the 2008 spring season from April 1st through May 17, 2008 at $30.00 per event total of 10 trips= $300.00. Kitoune, Mohamed R. PC Technician Department of Buy back (20) Technology vacation days. Kline Jr., Williams Special Education No. 7 Correct date hire Teacher from 2/11/08 to1/2/08. Mr. Kline’s’ Certificates of Eligibility was issued in January, 2008.

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Kravis, Yuko Special Education No. 18 Approval of non- Teacher accumulative days granted under Article 18:3-2 of the contract agreement between the Paterson Public Schools and PEA less substitute pay of $100.00 per day Lagos, Meryl LDTC Special Education Out- To hire as a of-District Learning Consultant for summer to begin July 1, 2008 and end August 30, 2008. Not to exceed $9,379.64. Landers, Brent SAC Teacher Silk City 2000 To compensate as a Academy replacement Golf Coach for Wayne Schiele for the period of March 24, 2008 to May 16, 2008. Not to exceed $4,326.00. Lavergne, Clara Bilingual/ESL Teacher No. 28 To fill the position of ESL Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program from July 7,

Page 140 6/18/08 2008 thru July 31, 2008 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hour in the amount of $2,584.00 Lynes, Joan Speech Language No. 4 To hire for Summer Therapist Preschool. Special Education Program from July 1-August 12, 2008 @$34.00/hr 5 hours per week not to exceed $1,020.00. Maragh, Phyllis M. English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS To hire Summer School SRA Language Arts Teacher for John F. Kennedy HS from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 @$34.00 per hour 26 days and 4.5 hours per day in the amount not to exceed $4,131.00.

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION McMahon, Michael History Teacher Adult School 20.451 Passaic County Workforce Investment Board Grant to fund New Jersey Youth Corps and re-employ full- time Instructional Staff according to the guideline and procedures of Passaic County Workforce Investment Board funded program for FY 2008-2009 continuation of program. In the amount of $51,098.00. Moore, Tangela Substitute Teacher District Rescind 5/1/08 termination; effective

Page 141 6/18/08 immediately. Moyett, Melissa Grade 8 Social No. 18 Teacher stipend for Studies Teacher accompanying student team to National History Day Competition, Washington, D.C. June 15-19, 2008 1 Teacher x 4 days x $100.00 per day = $400. Murphy, Laurene Art Teacher No. 28 To fill the position of Art Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program July 7-July 31, 2008 19 days @ 4 hour per day @ $34.00 per hour in the amount not to exceed $2,584.00. Nero, Tiaheshia Kindergarten Teacher No. 20 To hire for Summer Enrichment Program Grade 1 Teacher 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hours in total amount $2,584.00. Nijm, David Substitute Teacher District Rescind 5/1/08 termination; effective immediately.

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION O’Connor, William Career Development Eastside HS To compensate for the Teacher 2nd half of stipend as assigned High School Faculty Treasurer during school year 2007-2008 in the amount of $3,580.00.. The first half of this stipend was paid on December 14, 2007. O’Koro, Glenda Instructional Assistant John F. Kennedy HS To adjust annual salary for Instructional Assistant from Level V, Step 9, $34,134.00 to Level V, Step 14,$46,209.00 retroactive to May 12,

Page 142 6/18/08 2008. Patel, Akshay Math Teacher Garrett Morgan To hire Summer Academy School SRA Math Teacher for John F. Kennedy HS from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 @$34.00 per hour, 27 days at 4.5 hours per day in the amount not to exceed $4,131.00. Patino, Rodrigo Grades 6-8 No. 15 To hire as a Lead Bilingual/ESL Teacher for the Middle Teacher School Enrichment Program at PS # 15 from July 7 to August 1, 2008 for 22 hours week for four weeks (88 hours) at a rate of $40.00 per hour not to exceed $3,530. Pender, Raymond Site Crew Leader Silk City Academy 20.451 Passaic Youth Corp 2000 County Workforce Investment Board to fund New Jersey Youth Corps and re- employ full time support staff according to guidelines. In the amount of $52,094.00.

OTHER(CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Penilla, Maurico Personal Aide Special Education Out- To hire as a Summer of-District Personal Aide to student MD who will be attending the DCF Regional School which is an Out of District school located in Totowa, NJ to begin July 1, 2008 and end on August 20, 2008. Rate of pay is $24.00 per hour. Not to exceed $5,196.00. Perkins, Horace Teacher Assistant to Eastside HS To hire Summer School Principal Lead Teacher from July 1, 2008-August 7, 2008 @$40.00 per hour, 27

Page 143 6/18/08 days at 4.5 hours per day in the amount of $4,860.00 Pierre, Pruvi Student worker Department Human Continue the Resources employment of student worker @ rate of pay $7.50 per hour, not to exceed 19.5 hours per week. 1 student x $7.50 per hr. x 19. 5hrs. x 50 weeks= $7,313.00. Pirro, Lorraine A. Special Education No. 5 Approval requested to Teacher hire as a Trainer for Reading Approaches Training. 4.5 hours of planning @ $34 per hours=$153 plus 10 hours of training @ $34 per hour = $350 for a grand total of $493. Not to exceed $493.00. Quaynior, Alfred Technology No. 28 To fill the position of Coordinator Computer Technology Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program from July 7-July 31, 2008, 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hour in the amount of $2,584.00. Quiroz, Beatriz Fiscal Monitor Department of Buy back (9) vacation Curriculum and days. Instruction

OTHER(CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Quispe, Eric Personal Aide Special Education To hire as a summer Out-of-District Personal Aide to student CG who will be attending the Washington South School which is an Out of District school located in Paramus, NJ to begin July 1, 2008 and end on July 25, 2008. Rate of pay is $24.00 per hour. Not to exceed

Page 144 6/18/08 $2268.00. Ramos, Gloria Confidential Secretary Staff Attendance Buy back vacation Department (10) days. Razzak, Eva Personal Assistant Alexander Hamilton To cover breakfast Academy from 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. when Kathleen Schimpf is absent and coverage is needed. Renegar, Kathleen Social Studies John F. Kennedy HS To hire for John F. Teacher Kennedy HS Drop-Out Prevention/Credit Recovery Program Academic (Social Studies substitute) Teacher starting February 7, 2008 and ending June 20, 2008. To work no more than 60 days at two (2) hours per day at the rate of $34.00 per hour equal to $4,080.00 for the 2007-2008 school year. Rojas, Namy School Nurse Dale Avenue School To hire as the Preschool Nurse for Summer Preschool Special Education Program from July 1- August 12, 2008. Not to exceed 5 hours per day for 30 days. Not to exceed $5,100.00.

OTHER(CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Ronga, Susan Business Education Silk City 2000 2A.432 New Jersey Teacher Academy Youth Corps Grant Funds to employ a part-time Supervisor according to the guidelines and procedures for the “New Jersey Youth Corps Summer Heat Program” from 7/1/- 7/31/08, for a total of 21 days @5/hr.day=105 hrs

Page 145 6/18/08 @$40/hr for total amount not to exceed $4,200.00. Rust, David P. Math Teacher Rosa Parks High Approval requested to School hire as a Trainer for Math Training. 4.5 hours of planning @ $34 per hour = $153 plus 10 hours of training @ $34 per hour = $340 for grand total of $493. Not to exceed $493.00. Salgado, Thalia Special Education No. 10 To hire as a Program Teacher Liaison for the Paterson Community Learning Centers Extended Year (summer) Program under the 21st Century Grant from July 1, 2008 through July 30, 2008. (Program Liaison @ $34/hr x 4 hrs a day x 21 days= $2,856.00)

OTHER(CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Santana, Paula Principal No. 11 Action to withhold the increment for the 2008-2009 school year. Effective July 1, 2008. Sanchez, Rosario School Secretary Adult School 20.451 Passaic County Workforce Investment Board to fund New Jersey Youth Corps and re- employ full-time Support Staff according to the guidelines and procedures of Passaic County Workforce Investment Board funded programs for FY 2008-2009 continuation of program.

Page 146 6/18/08 Stanojevic, Norah Instructional Assistant Eastside HS To hire as JROTC Bilingual/ESL Summer Camp Female chaperone at Eastside HS, to work during the JROTC summer camp not to exceed $1,000.00. Steiner, Diana School Psychologist Special Education To hire as a School Out-of-District Psychologist for summer to begin July 1, 2008 and end August 30,2008; 9% of the employees salary (rate) Not to exceed $7,488.75 Sutton, Sharon Guidance Counselor Rosa Parks HS To compensate for services provided during June, July, and August. Compensation is $34.00 per hour x 5 x hrs/ 12 days not to exceed $2,040. Tanis, Barbara Science Teacher Public Safety Place employee on Academy MA+30, Step 16 of PEA Teacher’s Salary Guide retroactive to November 1, 2005, in accordance with the settlement of P.E.A. Grievance No. 05-04 and subsequent Superior Court litigation settlement.

OTHER(CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Thomas, Brenda Librarian No. 28 Request is to fill the position of Librarian in the Summer Enrichment Program. 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hour $2,584.00 July 7-July 31, 2008. Thomas, Ronald Special Education John F. Kennedy HS In full and final Teacher settlement of P.E.A. Grievance No. 05-15, pay former employee the amount of

Page 147 6/18/08 $10,000.00, less appropriate deduction, and designate his departure from the District as a “non- renewal” Thomas, Tracey Senior Purchasing Department of Buy back (10) Analyst Purchasing vacation days. Torcicollo, Annmarie Confidential Secretary Department Rescind action to Community Services transfer Annmarie Torcicollo from the office of the Assistant Superintendent of Community Services, effective May 5, 2008. Torres, Angel Physical Education Eastside HS The District is going to Teacher rescind the non- renewal. Accordingly, he will remain at Eastside High School as a Physical Education Teacher until such time where transfer to an elementary setting is available. Vaid, Rajeev Math Teacher Sport Business Compensate in the Academy amount of $3,841.00, minus appropriate deductions, in settlement of P.E.A. Grievance No. 07-38

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NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Valenzuela, Egly Grades 1-4 ESL Roberto Clemente To hire for a summer Teacher School School Program Lead Teacher position at P.S.# 3 starting 7/7/08 and ending 7/30/08 (18 days, 5 hours a day) for a total of 90 hours at the current rate of $40.00 per hour. Not to exceed $3600.00. Vroegindewey, John Grade 1 Teacher No. 28 Request is to fill the position of Grad 2 Teacher in the Summer Enrichment Program

Page 148 6/18/08 July 7-July 31, 2008, 19 days @ 4 hours per day @ $34.00 per hour. Not to exceed $2,584.00. Weiss, Joanette Guidance Counselor Silk City 2000 To hire as a Silk City Academy 2000 Academy Summer School Guidance Counselor as follows: July/1,2,3,7,8 andAugust25,26,27,28, and 29 at $34.00 per hour for 10 days for 4 hours each day for a total of 40 hours at a total of $1,360.00. Williams-Harris, Parent Coordinator Parent Resource Temporary reassign to Joann Center Department of Secondary Language Arts effective Monday, May 19, 2008. Zangara, Judy Instructional Literacy No. 3 To amend March 3, Coach 2008 Personnel Transaction who was approved for the Before/After School Lead Teacher. The program started 4/2/08 and ending on /or about 5/29/08, not to exceed 25 hours at the contractual rate of $40 per hour not to exceed $1,000.00.

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NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Zelaya, Mercedes Grade 3 Bilingual No. 3 From Permanent Teacher Substitute $22,000 to Teacher, Step 7 $49,665.00. Effective retroactive 4/1/08.

Contractual stipend paid to DECA Advisors in the amount of $1,529.00 per person for services from September 2007-June 2008 at John F. Kennedy High School.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Rhodes, Judith Career Development Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Silberman, George Business Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

Page 149 6/18/08 Approve the attached memorandum of agreement between the District and COSA: increase employees’ salaries and stipends in accordance with same and provide retroactive pay to employees by May 31, 2008.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Aultmon, Gisela Supervisor of Transportation Department of Transportation Benjamin, Clanton Supervisor of Maintenance Department of Facilities (resigned 1/1/08) Crespo, Heriberto Supervisor of Security Department of Security Gonzalez, Wilfredo Supervisor of Maintenance Department of Facilities Johnson, Louella Supervisor of Security Department of Security Piscitelli, Doreen Supervisor of Account Payable Department of Account Payable Santos, Hector Coordinator of Student Department of Student Attendance/Special Attendance/Special Investigations Investigation Soto, Jose Sector Supervisor Department of Facilities Taliaferro, Anna District Wide Coordinator Parent Resources Center Workman, Maria Coordinator of Dental Services Department of Dental Services

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Hire Bus Monitors as per the contractual rate from September 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009 for Kindergarten routes for various locations (Dale Ave., MLK, Sch#2, R.C.,14th Avenue) (182 days x 1.5 hours per day x 34 aides x $ 25 per ) amount not to exceed $232,050.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abugosh, Haifa Instructional Assistant No.30 Alonso, Ruben Instructional Assistant No.30 Baker, Nikki Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Barlikas, Annamarie Instructional Assistant No.30 Belquis, Espinal (substitute) Instructional Assistant No.30 Borges, Yris Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Bowman, Bevelyn Instructional Assistant No.30 Caraballo, Anna Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Colichon , Ana Maria Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Correra, Carmen Instructional Assistant No.30 Cruz, Jocelyn J. (substitute) Instructional Assistant Roberto Clemente School DiAlva, Marge (substitute) Instructional Assistant 14th Ave. Learning Center Ducos, Sara Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Ershid, Afaf Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Gagliardi, Stefanie Instructional Assistant No.30 Gonalez,Elizabeth Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Hanson, Karen Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Hernandez, Rosa Instructional Assistant No. 30 Hunter, Vincent Instructional Assistant No. 30 Lopez, Jose (substitute) Instructional Assistant 14th Ave. Learning Center Mirabla, Sonia (substitute) Instructional Assistant No. 2 Moore, Bernard Instructional Assistant No.30 Moran, Carmen (substitute) Instructional Assistant Roberto Clemente School Moya, Michele Instructional Assistant No.30

Page 150 6/18/08 Osmak, Jacqueline Instructional Assistant No. 2 (substitute) Osorio, Maria Instructional Assistant No.30 Pajuelo, Frank Instructional Assistant 14th Ave. Learning Center Rivera, Digna Instructional Assistant 14th Ave. Learning Center Santiago, Ortiz (substitute) Instructional Assistant No.30 Santos, Carmen Instructional Assistant No.30 Sayas, Rosa (substitute) Instructional Assistant 14th Ave. Learning Center Sebahat, Hida Instructional Assistant 14th Ave. Learning Center Tambini, Alcira Instructional Assistant No.30 Walton, Rosalyn Instructional Assistant No.30

To pay SRA Translators/Scorers at $34.00 per hour or as contracted effective April 1, 2008 – June 30, 2008 total of 20 hours. Not to exceed $680.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION Chowdhury, Golam Substitute Teacher District Ibrahim, Mahmoud ESL Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

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Request to move the following part time employees from the edumet system due to no payroll history.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Huggins, Dora Cafeteria monitor No. 6 Walton, Capree Student worker Silk City Academy

Superintendent’s Grant Program stipends as per PEA Contract 22:5-2 pages 107-109 $2,500 x 8 = $20,000.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Correa, Nancy Grade 6 Bilingual Teacher No. 5 Krankel, Daniel Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 12 Manzo,Judith Grade 7 Teacher No. 26 Oblige, Connie Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 4 Pardo,Karen Grade 8 Teacher No. 25 Prevosti, Helen Grade 8 Teacher No. 5 Sanchez, Cynthia Grade 8 Math/ Science No. 2 Teacher Tavarez, Rhina Grade 6 Teacher No. 13

To hire three (3) Language Arts Literacy Teachers of Grades 1-3 to work on benchmarks and curriculum revision and addendum. Three (3) Teacher @ $34/hr x 25hrs. = $2,550.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alonso-Zottarelli, Irene Interdisciplinary Instructional Department of Curriculum and Coach Instruction Hickmon,Helen Grade 3 Teacher No.13

Page 151 6/18/08 Hodges, Faith Grade 3 Teacher No. 24

To hire (4) teachers to work on benchmarks and curriculum revisions and addendum. Four (4) Teachers x $34.00 x 25= $3,400.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION DeSalvo, Beverly Grade 8 Language Arts No. 9 Teacher Musarra, Nicole Grade 7 Language Arts No. 24 Teacher Siegel, Katherine Grade 8 Language Arts No. 9 Teacher Sullivan, Marguerite Instructional District Wide Department of Curriculum and Coach Instruction

To hire (3) teachers to work on benchmarks and curriculum revisions and addendum. Three (3) teachers x $34.00 x 25= $2,550.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Anton, Lauren Grade 3 Teacher No. 13 Muzzio-Rentas, Jessica Instruction District Wide Department of Curriculum and Coach Instruction. Uttel, Dawn Grade 4 Teacher No. 12

OTHER(CONT.)

Payment of (6) teachers for 2 separate overnight stays at Fairview Lakeview Lakes YMCA Camps and Conference Centers in Newton, NJ for PEER Leadership Training Retreats. Dates: October 24, 25, 26, 2007 (2 nights @ $100/night, Total = $1,200) and Feb. 21-22, 2008 (1 night @ 100.00/night, Total = $600) in total amount of $1,800.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Agyeman, Nana Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Allen, Sharon Physical Education Teacher Eastside HS Dailey, Kristen English Teacher Eastside HS Hall, Jamal Industrial Arts Teacher Eastside HS Nunez-Rosario, Yudelki ESL Teacher Eastside HS Ultimo, Salvatore Math Teacher Eastside HS

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Action to correct the attached titles to reflect actual teaching duties. Effective May 15, 2008.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Adorno,Gisela ESL Teacher No. 15 Bertolero,Kristin Special Education Teacher No. 15 (LLD) Campbell, Joan Special Education Teacher No. 15 (Resource) Cedano, Luis Special Education Teacher No. 15

Page 152 6/18/08 (Resource) DeAvila,Michael Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 15 Kline, Michele Academic Support Teacher No. 15 McCutcheon, Herbert Grade 4 Teacher No. 15 Mierop, Arlene Grade 3 Teacher No. 15 Palacio, Luis Special Education Teacher No. 15 (LLD) Rotger DeParra,Jasmine Instructional Math Coach No.15 Shaw, Anne Grade 6-8 Teacher No. 15 Stansfield, Lenora Facilitator No. 15 Szalay, Kristina Grade 2 Teacher No. 15

To hire three (3) School Social Workers for the Department of Early Childhood Education Family Outreach Program. To provide training for Family Workers assigned in the Presschool Centers. From July 1, 2008 to August 31, 2008 at $34.00 per hour (6 hours a day). Not to exceed $6,120.00. Not to exceed ten (10) days.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Butcher, Nicole School Social Worker Department of Early Childhood Castillo, Miosotis School Social Worker Department of Early Childhood Garay, Viana Connie School Social Worker Department of Early Childhood

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To process payments for accumulated days for resigned retired, deceased, and terminated employees.

NAME POSITION NUMBER OF DAYS Gioia, Alberico Chief Custodian 85 Gioia, Alberico Chief Custodian 41.5 Luhrs, Laura Special Education Teacher 71.5 Morales, Rosa Cafeteria worker 22.5 Quinn, John Industrial Arts Teacher 81.25

Recommend the following “two” (2) SAC’s for the position of Teacher/SAC (Part Time Summer Work-Title IV Grant Position Posting #495) July 1, 2008 to August 22, 2008. 8:30 am – 2:30pm =6.00 hrs. x 18.5 days = 111 hrs. 111 hrs. x $34.00 (per PEA Contract) = $3,774.00 x 2 = $7,548.00. Not to exceed $7,560.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Lucas, Nancy SAC Teacher No. 9 Smith, Jamielee SAC Teacher Eastside HS

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To authorize twenty-two (22) grades 6-12 teachers to attend the Secondary Education Initiative Rigor 3 Training from June 23-27, 2008 at the Sheraton Inn, Woodbridge, New Jersey. 22 teachers @ $34.00 hr. x

Page 153 6/18/08 17 hrs. = $12, 716.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alegria, Victor Math Teacher Great Falls Academy Ali ,Shahbaz, Muhammad Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Banerjee, Banmali Math Teacher Eastside HS Basilicato, Janice Supervisor of Mathematics 35 Church Street Bennett, Nichole Math Teacher Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Biririmana, Alexis Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Felice, Nanette Instructional Math Literacy No. 10 Coach Gaines, Vivian Director of Mathematics 35 Church Street Garrabrant, Kenneth Math Teacher Sports Business /Public Safety Academy Haddad, Violla S. Math Teacher Eastside HS Holder, Charla Instructional Math Literacy No. 4 Coach Korzinek, Edward Supervisor of Mathematics 35 Church Street Lau-Munoz, Krista Instructional Math Literacy Alternative Middle School Coach Montalvo, Mildred Instructional Math Literacy No. 8 Coach Patel, Akshay Math Teacher Great Falls Academy Piombino, James Math Teacher PANTHER Academy Piroino, Donna Instructional Math Literacy No.9 Coach Roman, William Math Teacher Eastside HS

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NAME POSITION LOCATION Rotger de Parra, Jazmin Instructional Math Literacy No. 15 Coach Rugys, Barbara Department Chairperson John F. Kennedy HS Rust, David Math Teacher Rosa Parks HS Salviano, Robert Supervisor of Mathematics Department of Mathematics Shaw, Ann Marie Instructional Math Literacy No. 15 Coach Taherisefat, Morteza Department Head Eastside HS

Compensate three (3) staff members as Chaperones for the National History Day Competition At the University of Maryland from June 15-19, 2008; $100 per night per chaperone. Not to exceed $1200.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Lindstrom, Eric Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Perez, Kristian Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Rizos, Alexandra Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

Page 154 6/18/08 OTHER (CONT.)

Currently employed as Teachers with the Paterson Public School District, have submitted there letters of retirement, effective 7/1/08, and a request to be transferred to the district’s substitute teacher roster for the 2008-2009 school year.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Boyd, Renee Academic Support Teacher No. 12 Notte, Janie Technology Coordinator No. 24 Teacher

Summer work for Fifteen (15) Preschool Master Teachers who will work over the summer months to conduct professional development training for preschool teachers and center directors. Masters teacher will also receive professional development on a new math program. 60 hours per person. Not to exceed $30,600.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Actable, Donna Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Aguado-Holtje, Nancy Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Alfieri, Rosarie Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Atieh, Fran Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Bernard, Karen Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Bouchard, Patricia Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Iandoli, Anna Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Kat, Samira Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Kiel, Barbara Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Kitchen, Aida Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Lopez, Lillian Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Samuels, Selena Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Sivori, Patricia Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Van Hook, Judy Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood Wachsman, Craig Master Teacher Department of Early Childhood

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Page 155 6/18/08 To compensate ten (10) teachers to participate in the Summer Enrichment Program @ School No. 18 beginning July 7, 2008 and ending July 29, 2008 from 8:00 am. – 12: 00 p.m. Not to exceed 68 hours per teacher at $34.00 per hour x 680 hours not to exceed $23,120.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alfano, Kristine Grade 3 Language Arts No. 18 Teacher Barone, Ronald Grade 6 Math Teacher No. 18 Consiglio, Dawn Grade 3 Math Teacher No. 18 Grossman, Debra (substitute) Special Education Teacher No. 18 King, Alessandra Grades 5 & 6 Bilingual No. 18 Teacher Kless, Yvette Special Education Teacher No. 18 Marte, Joseph Grade 7 Social Studies No. 18 Teacher Moyett, Melissa Grade 8 Social Studies No. 18 Teacher Mullen, Christine (substitute) Special Education Teacher No. 18 Urgovitch, Anne Marie Academic Support Teacher No. 18 Walker, Corisa School Librarian No. 18 Yilmaz, Dorothy Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 18

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To extend the hours of 2 part time GED examiners in the GED Testing Center at the Paterson Adult School from July7-31 & August 18-29, 2008. 1 @ 195 hrs/week for 6 weeks = 117 hours @ $34/hr & 1 @ 19.5 hrs/week=78 hrs @ $24/hr. For a total amount not to exceed $6,388.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Pender, Raymond Site Crew Leader Youth Corp Adult School Rumsby, Kathleen Part Time Teacher Adult School

2A. 432 New Jersey Youth Corps Grant funds to employ 4 part time teachers according to the guidelines & procedures for the “New Jersey Youth Corps Summer Heat Program” from 7/01/7/31/08, for a total of 22 days; 2 Teachers @ 7hr/day=154 hrs @$34/hr & 2 teachers @ 6 hrs/day=132 hrs @ $34/hr. For a total amount not to exceed $19,488.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION McMahon, Michael History Teacher Adult School Reilly, Kenneth Academic Support Teacher Adult School Rizzo, Patricia Case Manager Silk City 2000 Academy Zoeller, Lorraine BSI Teacher Adult School

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To change position titles to reflect teaching duties in the Middle School Program for the 2008- 2009 Academic school year effective 9/1/08.

NAME CURRENT TITLE TO TITLE LOCATION Almonte, Griserda Grades 6 & 7 Science Grades 6-8 Science No. 15

Page 156 6/18/08 Teacher Teacher Bonds, Peggy Ann Grades 6 & 7 Grades 6-8 No. 15 Language Arts Language Arts Teacher Teacher Canonico, Alexis Grade 8 Language Grades 6-8 No. 15 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher DeAvila, Michael Grade 8 Math Grades 6-8 Math No. 15 Teacher Teacher Diaz, Katherine Grade 7 Language Grades 6-8 No. 15 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Dimitrion,Debra Grade 7 Social Grades 6-8 Social No. 15 Studies Teacher Studies Teacher Donnelly, Susan Grade 8 Science Grades 6-8 Science No. 15 Teacher Teacher Itez, Ferida Grades 6-7 Math Grades 6-8 Math No. 15 Teacher Teacher Lachapel, Jose Grade 8 Math Grades 6-8 Math No. 15 Teacher Teacher Porcelli, Michelle Grades 6-7 Social Grades 6-8 Social No. 15 Studies Teacher Studies Teacher Reyes, Amy Grades 6-7 Language Grades 6-8 No. 15 Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Ruiz-Malcolm, Mildred Grade 8 Language Grades 6-8 No. 15 Ibette Arts Teacher Language Arts Teacher Smith, Lavon Grade 7 Math Grades 6-8 Math No. 15 Teacher Teacher Szalay, Paulette Grades 7 Science Grades 6-8 Science No.15 Teacher Teacher

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Action to eight (8) Teachers for summer program under the SIA Part G Fund. 7 Teachers x 108 hours x $34.00 = $25,704.00 1 Lead Teacher x 108 hours x $40.00 = 4,320.00 = total amount $30,024.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Fede, Michael Grades 6-7 Math Teacher No. 12 Geron, Elizabeth Bilingual/ESL Teacher No. 12 Harris, Todd Special Education Teacher No. 12 Krankel, Daniel Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 12 Lamp, Kristine Grade 7 Language Arts Teacher No. 12 Lee-Hall, Ingrid Computer Teacher No. 12 Rhein, Gilbert Technology Coordinator No. 12 Uttel, Dawn Grade 4 Language Arts Teacher No. 12

To compensate two (2) Instructional Assistants for working the JROTC 2008 summer program, and not to exceed 1/10th of contracted salary.

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NAME POSITION LOCATION Branwell, Mauricio Instructional Assistant Eastside HS Solis, Abelito Instructional Assistant Eastside HS

To compensate two (2) Teachers in JROTC for working the JROTC 2008 summer program and not to exceed 1/10th contracted salary.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Coding, Winston Military Science Teacher Eastside HS DeGola, General Military Science Teacher Eastside HS

To compensate three (3) Teachers for the summer bridge (Freshmen Orientation) program at PPTA for four hours per day for four days: July 14-July 17 2008 @$34.00 per hour not to exceed $1,632.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Bennett, Nichole Math Teacher Paterson-Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Charles, Niechette Science Teacher Paterson-Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Holloway, Pamela Guidance Counselor Paterson-Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy

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Request approval to change location numbers of the attached list of schools as per 2008/2009 budget submission. Changes will take effect July 1, 2008.

OLD NEW SITE FUND 43 36 Alexander Hamilton 15 Academy 61 40 Urban Leadership 15 Academy 405 42 Silk City Academy 15 455 53 HARP Academy 15 420 54 PANTHER Academy 15 415 55 International HS 15 460 56 Sports Business 15 Academy 425 57 Garrett Morgan 15 Academy 445 58 MPACT Academy 15 430 59 Paterson Pre- 15 Collegiate Teaching Academy 485 60 STARS Academy 15 495 61 Public Safety 15 Academy

Page 158 6/18/08 45 66 Early Learning Center 15 400 77 Great Falls Academy 15 435 37 Performing Arts 11 Academy 440 38 BUILD Academy 11 401 39 Alternative Middle 11 School

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To hire three (3) Special Education Resource Teachers for summer preschool special education program for 6 hours per day not to exceed 20 days between July 1 and August 31, 2008

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alva, Carmen Special Resource Teacher Department Early Childhood Haglund, Judy Special Resource Teacher Department Early Childhood Rosado, Aida L. Special Resource Teacher Department Early Childhood

To hire six (6) Special Education Resource Teacher for summer preschool special education program for 5 hours per day from July 1-August 12, 2008 not to exceed $30,600.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Blue-Gaskin, Yolanda Special Education Teacher Norman S. Weir School Lambert, Hilary Special Education Teacher No.25 Martinez, Mirca Special Education Teacher No. 1 Sisco,Janelle Special Education Teacher No. 1 Thomas, Jennifer Special Education Teacher No. 1 Triolo, Michele Special Education Teacher No. 1

To hire two (2) Personal Assistants from July 1-August 12, 2008. Not to exceed 5 hour per day for 30 days. Not to exceed $7,200.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Collado, Francisca Personal Assistant No. 1 D’Agostino, Rita Personal Assistant No. 1

To hire fourteen (14) Instructional Assistants from July 1st thru August 13, 2008. Not to exceed 5 hours per day for 30 days. Not to exceed $50,400.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION Addison, Alicia Instructional Assistant No. 1 Cabrera, Rosa Instructional Assistant No. 1 Clinton, Iona Instructional Assistant Department Early Childhood Cosme, Vilma Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Davis, Cakia Instructional Assistant Department Early Childhood Dixon, Marie Instructional Assistant No.9 Hanson, Karen Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Johnson, Winnifred Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School

Page 159 6/18/08 Mac Donald, Jared Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Mella, Aida Instructional Assistant No. 1 Mosely, Arleen Instructional Assistant No. 1 Nizama-Borges, Yris Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Rashid, Hind Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School Robles, Giselle Instructional Assistant No. 18

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20.621 Consolidated Adult Basic and Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education to fund and re-employ full-time Adult Basic Skills Instructional Staff according to the guidelines and procedures of Consolidated Adult Basic and Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education programs for FY 2008-2009 continuation of Paterson Adult & Continuation of Paterson Adult & Continuing Education.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Baldanza, Teresita Academic Support Teacher Adult School Cino, Maureen Basic Skills/Language Arts Adult School Teacher Ortega, Eugenia BSI Teacher Adult School Schwartz, Francis ESL/BSI Instruction Teacher Adult School Suzano, Marianna Basic Skills /ESL Teacher Adult School Valentin, Jennifer BSI Teacher Adult School Vilas, Jacinta World Language Teacher Adult School

To hire fifteen (15) Childs Study Team members to complete evaluations for preschoolers with disabilities as mandated by NJAC 6A:14 from July 1- August 31, 2008. Not to exceed $120,244.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Albert, James School Psychologist No. 12 Brooks, Barbara LDTC No. 2 Delaney, Erin Physical Therapist Department of Early Childhood Guerrieri, Anthony LDTC Department of Early Childhood Hampton, Nicole LDTC Department of Early Childhood Handcock, Isabella School Social Worker Department of Early Childhood Hook, Elizabeth School Social Worker Department of Early Childhood McCauley, Carolyn Speech/Language Therapist Department of Early Childhood Otero, Susan Speech/Language Therapist Department of Early Childhood Sakow, Michelle Occupational Therapist Department of Early Childhood Schwartz, Mona Speech/Language Therapist Department of Early Childhood Sweetman, Michele School Psychologist Department of Early

Page 160 6/18/08 Childhood Taylor, Geri LDTC Department of Early Childhood Vicioso, Jacqueline School Social Worker No. 2 Weems, Yasmeen School Psychologist Department of Early Childhood

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To provide twenty four (24) hours of staff development/training to the Paterson Community Learning Centers After-School Program; from June 2, 2008- June 30, 2008. Three (3) Instructional Assistant @ $24/hr x 24hrs not to exceed $1,728.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION DeLeon, Gwendolyn Instructional Assistant No. 6 Frierson, Tenet Instructional Assistant No. 10 Sane, Lajuana Instructional Assistant No. 10

To provide forty-nine (49) hours of staff development/training in the Paterson Community Learning Centers After-School Program; from June 2, 2008-June 30,2008 . Fifteen (15) Teachers @ $34/hr x 49/hrs not to exceed $24,990.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Becco, Issaura World Language Teacher No. 6 Best, William Physical Education Teacher No. 10 Butcher, Dorian Grade 6 Language Arts No. 6 Teacher Fede, Michael Grade 6 & 7 Math Teacher No. 12 Francisco, Maria Physical Education Teacher No. 12 Jung, Pamela Art Teacher Silk City Academy Kornegay, Benjamin Music Teacher No.10 Mattocks, Jahmeelah Grade 3 Teacher No. 10 McKoy, Tamisha Guidance Counselor Great Falls Academy Nenadich, Marjory Grades 6 & 7 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher Nieves, Sonia Special Education Teacher No. 4 Romero, Amy Kindergarten Teacher No. 6 Salgado, Thalia Special Education Teacher No.10 Thompson, Marcus Grade 5 Language Arts No. 6 Teacher Williams, Dennis Special Education Teacher No. 10

To provide six (6) additional hours per week in the Paterson Community Learning Center After- School Program from June 2, 2008-June 30, 2008 – Eleven (11) Teachers @ $34hr x 6 hrs x 4 weeks not To exceed $8,976.00.

Page 161 6/18/08 NAME POSITION LOCATION Becco, Isaura World Language Teacher No. 6 Best, William Physical Education Teacher No. 10 Fede, Michael Grades 6 & 7 Math Teacher No. 12 Francisco, Maria Physical Education Teacher No. 12 Jung, Pamela Art Teacher Silk City Academy Koirnegay, Benjamin Music Teacher No.10 McKoy, Tamisha Guidance Counselor Great Fall Academy Nenadich, Marjory Grade 6 & & Language Arts No. 12 Teacher Romero, Amy Kindergarten Teacher No. 6 Thompson, Marcus Grade 5 Language Arts No. 6 Teacher Williams, Dennis Special Education Teacher No. 10

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Action to correct the attached title to accurately reflect their teaching duties at school No. 30.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Bligh, Jennifer Grade 4 Teacher No. 30 McCoy, Latoya Grade 3 Teacher No. 30

To hire twelve (12) Guidance Counselors to work ten (10) days five (5) hours, at $34.00/hr. During July and August 2008. Not to exceed $24,400.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION Antonoff, Betsy Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Badea, Marilena Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Bostick, Vernita Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Edwards, Jeanette Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Elherawi, Hanan Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Hennen, Frances Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Kane, Michael Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Kayal, Isabelle Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Louis, Mary Anne Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Louro, Matilde Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Major, Tangy Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Wallace, Jeanette Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Welcome, Simone (substitute) Guidance Counselor Eastside HS

To hire thirty-five (35) Literacy Coaches to attend Rigor III Middle School in Woodbridge, NJ for the week of June 23 - 27th, 2008 35 Coaches @ $34.00 hours x 17 hours not to exceed $20,230.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Albert, Louise Literacy Coach Performing Arts Academy Alsharif, Christine Literacy Coach No. 5 Armstrong, Brenda District Literacy Coach Department of Pupil Personnel Services Barreto, Belen District Literacy Coach Department of Bilingual/ESL

Page 162 6/18/08 Bendziewicz, J. Frank District Literacy Coach Department of Curriculum and Instruction Boatner, Patricia Literacy Coach No. 25 Bunch, Vanessa Literacy Coach No. 4 Canta, Daria Literacy Coach No. 11 Cisneros, Jill Literacy Coach No. 16 Cobb, Lori S. Literacy Coach Alexander Hamilton Academy Crawford, Heather Literacy Coach No. 30 DeNicola, Gayle Literacy Coach No. 12 Dickinson, Geralyne Literacy Coach No. 21 Diodonet, Sondra Literacy Coach No. 15 Dubester, Michele Literacy Coach No. 9 Evans, Richard Literacy Coach No. 10 Lawrence, Coretta District Literacy Coach Department of Pupil Personnel Services Leppert, Shelly Literacy Coach Norman S. Weir School

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NAME POSITION LOCATION Liguori, Patricia Literacy Coach No. 27 Logan, Theresa Literacy Coach No. 7 Mansur, Fatima Literacy Coach No. 26 Nolton, Gail Literacy Coach No. 18 Pelosi, Gail Literacy Coach No. 8 Polizzotto, James Literacy Coach No. 24 Rentas, Jessica District Literacy Coach Department of Curriculum and Instruction Rinaggio, Karen Literacy Coach No. 2 Sullivan, Marguerite District Literacy Coach Department of Curriculum and Instruction Varano, Dolores District Literacy Coach Department of Pupil Personnel Services Ventura, Jorge Literacy Coach No. 6 Walker, Madelyn Literacy Coach BUILD Academy Watson, Sherri Literacy Coach Alternate Middle School William, Layne Literacy Coach No. 20 Wood, Nakia Literacy Coach No. 13 Zangara, Judy Literacy Coach No. 3 Zottarelli, Irene District Literacy Coach Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Continue the employment of Student Workers in the HR/Personnel Department, effective July 1, 2008. Rate of pay $7.50 per hour, not to exceed 19.5 hours per week x 50 weeks, not to exceed $21,938.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Gamble, Octayvia Student worker Department of Human Resources Phillips, Astley Student worker Department of Human

Page 163 6/18/08 Resources Rubolino, Jamie Student worker Department of Human Resources

Action requested to provide stipends for teachers to attend the Multi-Sensory Reading Approach Professional Development. $34 per hour @ 2 hours per day = $68 per day @ 5 days = $340 per person. Not to exceed $1,360.00

NAME POSITION LOCATION Chakrabarti, Karabi Bilingual/ESL Teacher No. 5 Scheyer, Suzanne Parker Grade 2 Teacher No. 5 Schwarz, Deborah Grade 2 Teacher No. 5 Wheeler, Judith Special Education Teacher Urban Leadership Academy

OTHER (CONT.)

Appoint five (5) Coaches for John F. Kennedy HS Spring Sports Program beginning March 1, 2008 to June 15, 2008.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Glisson, Gerald Teacher Assistant to Principal John F. Kennedy HS Martinez, Joy Social Worker Edward W, Kilpatrick School Pierce, Clarence Instructional Assistant John F. Kennedy HS Sewell, Christopher Baseball Assistant Coach John F. Kennedy HS Wilson, Anthony Substitute Teacher District

Action is required to hire four (4) Teachers of Handicapped for ESY Program at STARS Academy from July 1, 2008-August 12, 2008 at the rate of $34.00/hr, 5 hrs/day, for 30 days not to exceed 150 hours.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abbattista, Angela Special Education Teacher STARS Academy LaSassa, Martine Special Education Teacher STARS Academy Mercado, Reina Special Education Teacher STARS Academy Russo, Dawn Special Education Teacher STARS Academy

Action is requested to hire staff for Extended School Year Special Education – Home Instruction. From July 1- August 12, 2008. 20 staff @ $34.00 per hours x 10 hrs x 6 weeks (cost not to exceed $40,800)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Acevado, Edwyn Special Education Teacher No. 3 Chestnut, Thaddeus Special Education Teacher No. 28 Davis, Shenita Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Dias, Marie Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Ebanks, Jacqueline Special Education Teacher No. 20

Page 164 6/18/08 Fitzgerald,Melody Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Freeman, Verraina Teacher Assistant to Principal Eastside HS Hatchell, Lucinda Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Hicks, Linda Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Hobbs, Carolyn Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Huffin, Deborah Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Lawrence, Coretta Instructional Literacy Department of Pupil Coach/Special Education Personnel Services McKinney, Shakia Special Education Teacher Edward W. Kilpatrick School Mercado, Inez Instructional Assistant Norman S. Weir School Price, Antoinette Special Education Teacher John K. Kennedy HS Roberts, Kiakoma Special Education Teachr No. 4 Spina, Sergio Special Education Teacher No. 20 Thompson, Nicolette Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Varano, Dolores Instructional Literacy Department of Pupil Coach/Special Education Personnel Services Williams, Joseph Special Education Teacher No. 30

OTHER (CONT.)

Action is required to hire four (4) Personal Assistants for the ESY Program to be held at Stars Academy from July 1, 2008 to August 12, 2008 at a rate of $24 per hour in the amount , 5 hrs/day, fro 30 days not to exceedf $14,400.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abdou, Fayza Personal Assistant STARS Academy Fadel, George Personal Assistant STARS Academy McDuffie, Stephanie Personal Assistant STARS Academy Migliorino, Michael Personal Assistant STARS Academy

To hire four (4) Teachers for a Summer School Program starting 7/7/08 and ending 7/30/08 (18 days, 4 hours a day) for a total of 72 hours per teacher at the current rate of $34.00 per hour not to exceed $2,448.00 per teacher.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Braico, Cosmo (substitute) Grade 7 Math/ 7 & 8 Social No. 3 Studies Teacher Clinton, Carmen Instructional Math/ Literacy No. 3 Coach Gonzalez, Karen (substitute) Grade 1 Teacher No. 3 Mongelli, Rosanna Grade 2 Teacher No. 3 Shanahan, Marta Grade 2 Bilingual/ESL No. 3 Teacher Windish, Ruth Special Education Teacher No. 3

To hire twelve (12) Teachers to work the Middle School Enrichment Program from July 7, 2008 to August 1, 2008 for 20 hours a week for 4 weeks (80) at a rate of $34 per hour not to exceed $2720 per teacher. Total cost of program for teachers will be $32,640 funded by the SIA Grant.

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NAME POSITION LOCATION Canonico, Alexis Grade 8 Language Arts No. 15 Teacher Cintron,Anibal Grade8 Math Teacher No. 15 DeAvila, Michael Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 15 Diaz, Katherine Grade 7 Language Arts No. 15 Teacher Donnelly, Susan Grade 8 Science Teacher No. 15 Lachapel, Jose Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 15 Montanez-Diodonet, Sandra Instructional Literacy Coach No. 15 Patino, Rodrigo Grades 6-8 Bilingual/ESL No. 15 Teacher Porcelli, Michelle Grade 6 -7 Social Studies No. 15 Teacher Rotger de Parra, Jazmin Instructional Literacy Coach No. 15 Ruiz-Malcolm, Mildred Grade 8 Language Arts No. 15 Teacher Smith, Lavon J. Grade7 Math Teacher No. 15 Szalay, Paulette Grade 7 Science Teacher No. 15

OTHER (CONT.)

To hire thirteen (13) Teachers to participate in the Secondary Education Initiative project as part of the High School Language Arts Rigor III Team for five days. June 23 through June 27, 2008. 13 Teacher x 17 hours each x $34.00 an hour amount not to exceed $7,514.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION DiSebastian, Steven English Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy Foxworth, Tara English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Goodman, Fredrick English Teacher Eastside HS Inclan, Roberto English Teacher Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Insler, Sean English Teacher Eastside HS Lyons, Joanne English Teacher HARP Academy Muller, Anita English Teacher Rosa Parks HS O’Kane, Stephen English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Rich, Judith Language Arts Teacher Paterson Pre-Collegiate Teaching Academy Saleem, Hafiz English Teacher Eastside HS Smith, Kimberly English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Vargas, Thais Vanessa Language Arts Teacher Panther Academy White, Marianna English Teacher Panther & NASA Academy

Action is required to hire eight (8) Instructional Assistants for the ESY Program to be held at STARS Academy from July 1, 2008 to August 12, 2008 at a rate of $24 per hour, 5 hrs/day for 30 days, not to exceed $28,800.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Deodato, Joseph Instructional Assistant STARS Academy Kelley, Keith Instructional Assistant STARS Academy

Page 166 6/18/08 Korzinek, Brian Instructional Assistant Silk City 2000 Academy Mack, Jeanna Instructional Assistant STARS Academy Marquez, Renan Instructional Assistant STARS Academy Merino, Alvaro Instructional Assistant STARS Academy Padden, Sarah Instructional Assistant STARS Academy Sullivan, John Instructional Assistant STARS Academy

To compensate two (2) Teachers who participated as substitutes in the Professional Learning Committee held during school hours @ $34.00/hr.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Brown, Ann Lois Grade 3 Teacher No. 27 Gibbon, Barbara Grade 1 Teacher No. 27

OTHER (CONT.)

To compensate two (2) coaches for the spring 2008 athletic season.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Callaway, Richard Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Gomez, Antonio Physical Education Teacher Eastside HS

To hire four (4) Teachers for the Curriculum Development-Thematic Electives for SBA/PSA from July 1, 2008-July 31, 2008, ten days (10) x five (5) hours per day x $34.00 per hour x four (4) Teachers not to exceed $6,800.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Garrabrant, Kenneth Math Teacher Sports Business/Public Safety Academy Guerrero, Rose Art Teacher Sports Business/Public Safety Academy McQueen-Jeffries, Nylka Special Education Teacher Sports Business/Public Safety Academy Tanis, Barbara Science Teacher Sports Business/Public Safety Academy

Action is required to compensate School Nurses for registrations of incoming students for the 2008-2009 school year. Total number of hours not to exceed 20 hours, per School Nurse at $34.00 per hour rate. registration for the 2008-2009 school year takes place August 25, 2008 through August 29, 2008 not to exceed $10,200.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Aranibar, Evangeline School Nurse No. 6 Capone, Rosanne School Nurse No. 21 Cleary, Diane School Nurse No. 8 Cohen, Beverly School Nurse No. 30 Conte, Sandra School Nurse No. 27 Donohue-Hand, Dianne School Nurse Dale Avenue School

Page 167 6/18/08 Galiano, Lori School Nurse No. 19 Gallagher, Mary Ann School Nurse No. 15 Gorun, Charlotte School Nurse No. 3 Haila, Renata School Nurse No. 29 Harding, Carolyn School Nurse No. 13 Henriquez, Ana School Nurse No. 10 Irving, Anne School Nurse No. 1 Longo, Antonia School Nurse No. 24 Lugovoy, Marina School Nurse No. 9 Mastroieni, Rosemarie School Nurse No. 26 McCann, Betty School Nurse No.25 Nadeau, Sandra School Nurse No. 20 Rojas, Namy School Nurse No. 28 Ruiz, Beatriz School Nurse Edward W. Kilpatrick Shiviskis, Sandra School Nurse No. 12 Simeus, Marie School Nurse No. 5 Soudant-Flynn, Mary Danielle School Nurse Alexander Hamilton Academy Tomascheck, Kathleen School Nurse No. 2

OTHER (CONT.)

To compensate cafeteria coverage in accordance with the current contract.

NAME LOCATION AMOUNT Alade, Olanreqaju Great Falls Academy $2000 Allen, Robert No. 18 $2000 Anderson, Jesse No. 13 $2000 Aprile, John PANTHER Academy $2000 Ardis, Alfredo No. 9 $2000 Arean, Christine Martin L. King Jr. HS $2000 Armstrong, Felesha Dale Avenue $2000 Baldwin, Howard No. 11 $2000 Barone, Ronald No. 18 $2000 Bertino, Mary (substitute) Academy of Performing Arts NA Black, Darryl No. 25 $1000 Borchard, Joseph(substitute) Norman S. Weir School NA Botti, Frank(substitute) Norman S. Weir School NA Brevard, Louvenia No. 24/New Roberto Clememte $2000 School Buttacavoli, Rosanne (substitute) Paterson Pre-Collegiate NA Teaching Academy Choy, Joshua No. 21 $2000 Conroy, Karen No. 9 $2000 Coy, Cheryl Martin L. King Jr. HS $2000 Dellavolpe, Joanne Alexander Hamilton Academy $2000 Depasquale, Anthony Eastside HS $2000 Donnelly, Joan Early Learning Center 14th Ave $2000 Drummond, Samantha No. 1 $2000 Erickson, Heather Urban Leadership Academy $2000 Foote, Raquel No. 10 $2000

Page 168 6/18/08 Fox, Robert Edward W. Kilpatrick $2000 Francisco, Maria No. 12 $2000 Gallina, Diane No. 28 $2000 Garcia, Rafael Rosa Parks School of Fine $1022.32 Performing Arts Gerald, Rashaun- (substitute) No. 21 NA Gibson, Quandel John F. Kennedy HS $2000 Giella, Jessie(substitute) No. 25 NA Gil, Felix Norman S. Weir School $2000 Goldwire, Peggy No. 10 $2000 Goodlett, Evelyn BUILD Academy $2000 Goodreau, Jenna Academy of Performing Arts $2000 Graber, Christopher No. 3 $2000 Haggerty, Thomas No. 29 $1000 Hammam, Ineam No. 25 $1000 Haney-Miller, Tanya No. 14 $1655.59 Hassan, Bibi PANTHER Academy $2000 Henry, Fred International HS $2000 Hill, Charles Eastside HS $2000 Inclan, Robert Paterson Pre-Collegiate $2000 Teaching Academy Jimenez, Cynthia Dale Avenue $2000

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME LOCATION AMOUNT Kalyouseff, Julia No. 2 $2000 Kearney, John(substitute) International HS NA Khairullah, Mohamed Sport Business/Public Safety $2000 Academy Klein, Amy Rosa Parks School of Fine $1000 Performing Arts Krawczyk, Edward No. 11 $2000 Leppert, Elizabeth(substitute) Norman S. Weir School NA Levante, Wayne No. 9 $1000 Levine, Michael Silk City 2000 Academy/Adult $1000 School Lyde, Jalyn Rosa Parks School of Fine $977.68 Performing Arts Martinez-Ruiz, Ana No. 16 $2000 Muller, Anita Rosa Parks School of Fine $1000 Performing Arts Nealy, Vernon No. 7 $2000 Nebus, Stephen Garret Morgan Academy $2000 Norona, Migdalia No. 15 $2000 Patterson, Tommie Eastside HS $2000 Pelosi, Denise No. 29 $1000 Pinkett, Jaden No. 20 $2000 Piroino, Donna No. 9 $1000 Ravelo, Yolando No. 5 $2000 Redding, Lorraine No. 6 $2000

Page 169 6/18/08 Rieder, Jason No. 8 $2000 Rondanini, Coleen No. 27 $1000 Rosser, Barrett Great Falls Academy $2000 Siraki, Guy Great Falls Academy $2000 Smith, Christine No. 17 $2000 Smith, Jimmie John F. Kennedy HS $2000 Stamler, Kenneth HARP/MPACT Academy $2000 Tait, Mark John F. Kennedy HS $2000 Thompson, Everett No. 6 $2000 Townes, Isaiah Eastside HS $2000 Ursetti, Ana Roberto Clemente School $2000 Valdes, Pedro No. 4 $2000 Whitely, Thomas No. 14 $344.41 Wilhelmson, Keith No. 21 $2000 Willemsen, William No. 27 $1000 Williamson, Darren No. 5 $2000 Zoeller, Lorraine Silk City 2000 Academy/Adult $1000 School Grand Total $132,000.00

OTHER (CONT.)

Per the results of indicator A2b of the QSAC Report, the district is to verify that staff are in recognized titles. On May 20, 2008 Human Resources met with the County Superintendent and recommended recognized titles along with job description for approval.

CURRENT TITLE NEW TITLE COMMENTS Instructional Math/ Literacy Teacher Instructional Job description remains Coach Math/Literacy Coach the same

Department Chairperson Supervisor/Department Head Same as Dept. Head Department Head Supervisor/Department Head Same as Dept. Chair Teacher Assistant to the Teacher Assistant to the Principal Job description updated Principal Teacher Facilitator Coordinator of Update job description to Instruction/Assessment remove WSR model- does not need a waiver. Assistant to the Director of Supervisor of Human Resources Job description remains Human Resources in Charge of Operations the same

Action to change titles of the Teachers listed at School No. 2.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Kalayjian, Lena Grade 1 Teacher No. 2 Laldee, Sarah Grades 6-8 Science Teacher No. 2

To appoint five (5) Teachers to provide instruction for the International High School 9th grade orientation program. 4 hours. @$34.00 per hour for 10 days not to exceed $6,800.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alagha, Muhananad English Teacher International HS

Page 170 6/18/08 Dow, Marcella Science Teacher International HS Malyska, Mary English Teacher International HS Pudup, Michael Math Teacher International HS Throm, Anna Science Teacher International HS

To hire eight (8) Social Workers for summer to begin 7/1/08 and end 8/31/08. In the amount of $2,952.00 each not to exceed $25,838.70.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Costa, Ailyn Social Worker (Bilingual) Out- of- District Daily, Cynthia Social Worker Out- of- District Fulmore-Murray, Sherry Social Worker Out- of- District Nelson, Danelle Social Worker Out- of- District Rutherford, Kimino Social Worker Out- of- District Snyder, Beverly Social Worker Out- of- District Van Rensalier, Dale Social Worker Out- of- District Woods, Monet Social Worker Out- of- District

OTHER (CONT.)

To authorize thirty-eight (38) Teachers to participate in the Secondary Education Initiative Summer Math Institute. ((38 Teachers @ $34/hr. x 15 hrs.) July 1st & 2nd. Not to exceed $33,150.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alegria, Victor Math Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy Aprile, John Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Banerjee, Banmali Math Teacher Eastside HS Barone, Ronald Grade 6 Math Teacher No. 18 Braico, Cosmo Grade 7 Math/Grades 7/8 Social No. 3 Studies Teacher Burchill, John Math Teacher Eastside HS Burgess, Marque Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 4 Cantatore, Angela Instructional Math Literacy BUILD Academy Coach Canzano, Jane Math Teacher PANTHER Academy Cooper, George L. Grade 8 Math Teacher No.9 Falek, Debra Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 7 Felice, Nanette Instructional Math Literacy No. 10 Coach Griles, Juan Special Education Teacher Rosa Parks HS Hodges, Tantanya Math Teacher Eastside HS Lachapel. Jose Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 15 Lagos, Virinia Grades 6-8 Math Teacher No. 24 (Bilingual) Lau-Munoz, Krista Grades 6-8 Math Teacher Alternative Middle School Leslie, Brenda S. Instructional Math Literacy No. 27 Coach Lichon, Edward S. Math Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy

Page 171 6/18/08 Liguori, Ana Instructional Math Literacy Academy Performing Coach Arts Lisanti, Donna Math Teacher Eastside HS Mangalathil, Joshy Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Manzo, Jaclyn Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 27 Montalvo, Mildred Instructional Math Literacy No. 8 Coach Musnikow, Gayle W. Grade 6 Teacher No. 5 Piroino, Donna Academy Support Teacher No. 9 Raimondo, Timothy Math Teacher MPACT Academy Ramirez, David Grades 6-8 Bilingual/ESL No. 15 Teacher Roman, William Math Teacher Eastside HS Rotger De Parra, Jazmin Instructional Math Literacy No. 15 Coach Rust, David Math Teacher Rosa Parks HS Salama, Ahmed Math Teacher PANTHER Academy Smith, Lavon Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 15 Tsimpedes, Joanna Instructional Math Literacy No. 27 Coach Veleber, Linda Math Teacher HARP Academy Warren, Cicely Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 9 Williams, Syreena Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 4 Wong, Elvin Math Teacher Eastside HS

OTHER (CONT.)

Request to hire nine (9) Teachers for summer school at John F. Kennedy High School @$4,131.00 each. Staring July 1, 2008 thru August 7, 2008 @$34.00 per hours 27 days at 4.5 hours per day. Not to exceed $37,179.00. Also substitute teachers.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abugosh, Riad ESL Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Abyad, Janet (substitute) Physical Science John F. Kennedy HS Banerjee, Banmali (substitute) Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Butler, Oliver (substitute) English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Dupree, Nichole English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Duran, Ariel (substitute) Social Studies/Bilingual Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Eimakhu, Omoluwa Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Goodreau, Jenna (substitute) Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Kennedy, Michael (substitute) English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Khalil, Omar (substitute) Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Lewis, Christopher (substitute) English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Lombardi, Craig (substitute) Physical Education/Health John F. Kennedy HS Teacher Lugo, Lillian (substitute) Biological Science John F. Kennedy HS Madjar, Ivan Science Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Moore, Gary Physical Education/Health John F. Kennedy HS Teacher Muller, Anita (substitute) English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Ortega, Luis (substitute) Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

Page 172 6/18/08 Pardine, Joeph Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Polanco, Omar (substitute) Physical Education/Health John F. Kennedy HS Teacher Roalnd,Marti (substitute) Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Roman, Kenneth (substitute) ESL Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Rouse, John (substitute) Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Sanchez, Josie Spanish Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Tadakamalla, Gopi (substitute) Chemistry John F. Kennedy HS Tanis Barbara(substitute) Secondary School Teacher of John F. Kennedy HS Science Trisuzzi, James Physical Education/Health John F. Kennedy HS Teacher Watts, William (substitute) Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Weisberger, Brad Social Studies Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

OTHER (CONT.)

Request to hire nine (9) Teachers for summer school at Eastside High School @ $4,131.00 each. Starting July 1, 2008 thru August 7, 2008 @ $34.00 per hr. 27 days- 4.5 hours per day. Not to exceed $37,179.00. Also substitute teachers.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abyad, Janet (substitute) Physical Science Teacher Eastside HS Avino, James English Teacher Eastside HS Banerjee, Banmali (substitute) Math Teacher Eastside HS Bussanick, Clarie Math Teacher Eastside HS Butler, Oliver (substitute) English Teacher Eastside HS Caraballo, Alexa Physical Education Teacher Eastside HS Duran, Ariel (substitute) Social Studies/Bilingual Teacher Eastside HS Goodreau, Jenna (substitute) Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Kennedy, Michael (substitute) English Teacher Eastside HS Khalil, Omar (substitute) Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Lewis, Christopher (substitute) English Teacher Eastside HS Lombardi, Craig (substitute) Physical Education Teacher Eastside HS Lugo, Lillian (substitute) Biological Science Teacher Eastside HS Menzel, Anthony Bilingual Teacher Eastside HS Muller, Anita (substitute) English Teacher Eastside HS Ortega, Luis (substitute) Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Osoria, Jorge Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Polanco, Omar (substitute) Physical Education Teacher Eastside HS Quito, Luis Math/Bilingual Teacher Eastside HS Roland, Marti (substitute) Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Roman, Kenneth (substitute) ESL Teacher Eastside HS Rouse, John (substitute) Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Saleem, Hafiz English Teacher Eastside HS Scott, Douglas Physical Education/Health Eastside HS Teacher Siddiqui, Khurshid Biological Science/Chemistry Eastside HS Teacher Tadakamalla, Gopi (substitute) Chemistry Teacher Eastside HS

Page 173 6/18/08 Tanis, Barbara (substitute) Secondary School Teacher of Eastside HS Science Watts, William (substitute Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS

OTHER (CONT.)

Request approval to change salary account numbers. Classifications of Special Education positions were change to reflect their actual Teacher/IA duties. These changes are included in the 2008/2009 budget submission. Effective July 1, 2008.

LOCATION PC/TITLE FROM: TO: PC/TITLE TO: ACCOUNT ACCOUNT Dale Avenue 1630IA Cog 15 201 100 106 1630 IA Cog Mod 15 202 100 106 School Mild 041 041 Dale Avenue 2896 Teach 15 214 100 101 2896 Teach Sped 15 202 100 101 School Sped. Autism 041 Cog Mod 041 No. 30 105 IA Sped 15 212 100 106 105 IA Sped BD 15 209 100 106 MD 030 6456 IA Sped MD 030 6456 IA Sped 15 212 100 106 15 209 100 106 MD 030 030

No. 10 1301/IA Sped 15 212 100 106 1301/IA Sped BD 15 209 100 106 MD 010 010

This transaction is being requested to hire Child Study Team members to conduct evaluations and develop Individual Educational Plans.

NAME POSITION Acosta-Asmar, Wanda Social Worker Albert, James Psychologist Baldino, Raymond W. LDTC Barbi, Melissa A. Psychologist Benford, Ryan LDTC Brizan,Roseann T. Social Worker Calamita,Marilyn LDTC Cioletti, Marie I. LDTC Compitello, Gina M. LDTC Cozart, Inger Social Worker Davidson, Barry LDTC Delgado, Carmen M. Social Worker Fadel, Ivonne Psychologist Geshwendt, David Psychologist King, Jennifer Social Worker Mendez, Marni Psychologist Miller, Silvia D. Social Worker Piccolo, Carolyn M. LDTC Randion, Janelle Psychologist Rivera, Jennie Social Worker Scott,Lois LDTC Sofer Conrad, Kay Social Worker

Page 174 6/18/08 Tahbaz, Alex Psychologist Trim, Shivoyne Psychologist Van Diver, Alicia Social Worker Wiebe, Lynn Social Worker Yachouh, Gladys Social Worker

OTHER (CONT.)

This action is being requested to hire staff for the Extended School Year Special Education Program (2008). Program will be held at New Roberto Clemente, School # 2 and JFK High School.

Title: ESY Site Coordinators Account # 13-442-100-101-749-053 Not to exceed: $20,400.00 Name School Bellizi, Gerard A. NRC Coy, Cheryl NRC Tammie Harrell-Simmons School #2 Title: Counselors Account # 11-000-219-104-749-053 Not to exceed: $15,300.00 Name School Guzman, Ramona Stars & P.S. # 2 Lattisha Mayo NRC Vilchez, Victor NRC Title: Speech Specialists Account # 11-000-219-104-749-053 Not to exceed: $25,500.00 Name School Cadmus, Elizabeth A. P.S. # 2 Fraser, Teresa P.S. # 2 Picatillo, Joanne NRC Popadics, Patricia NRC Tessler, Lesley NRC Title: Nurses Account # 13-422-100-101-749-053 Not to exceed: $15,300.00 Name School Hennessy, Kathleen STARS/P.S. # 2 Nadeau, Sandra NRC

OTHER (CONT.)

Title: Teachers Account # 13-422-100-101-749-053 Not to exceed: $173,400.00 Name School

Page 175 6/18/08 Adeyinka, Adenike NRC Albanese-Benevento, Katherine NRC Appel, Jennifer NRC Carswell, Rontai NRC Dahab, Thomas NRC Eid, Abdelhamid NRC Estevez, Giselle NRC Fluller, Nicole NRC Forchette, Chris Ann NRC Gallagher, Kelly NRC Geisler, Patricia NRC Glisson, Gerald E. NRC Goldman, Rebecca NRC Harris, Todd NRC Kennedy, Alexander NRC Krill, Michele NRC Pagan, Gary NRC Park, Hyanjian NRC Simone, Dyann NRC Taylor, Jennifer NRC Temitope, David J. NRC Wheeler, Gloria NRC Zimmerman, Christine NRC Title: Instructional/Personal Assistants Account # 13-422-100-106-749-053 Not to exceed: $180,000.00 Name School Alford, Vonward NRC Aviles, Elizabeth NRC Aziz, Farhana NRC Belvin, Vernard O. NRC Brevard, Louvenia NRC Brito, Jose NRC Douglas, Shaun NRC Fermin, Albania NRC Friumara, Nicholas NRC Garcia, Andrea NRC Haggerty, Thomas NRC Maggio, Carmen NRC Mansfield, Willa NRC Mercado, Carol NRC Miller, Joyce NRC Nelson, Travis NRC Perez, Margarita NRC Quatarra, Benjamin NRC Quispe, Brian NRC

Page 176 6/18/08 OTHER (CONT.)

Name School Rios, Edwin NRC Sanoval, Maurico NRC Sayas, Rosa M. NRC Secka, Hannah NRC Slota, Nicole NRC Spencer, Jebarr NRC Vega, Luz NRC Waker, Eldrige NRC Walton, Rosalyn NRC Washington, Darryl NRC Williams, Pamela NRC Willoughby, Ruth B. NRC Young, Michael NRC Title: Teachers Account # 13-422-100-101-749-053 Not to exceed: $173,400.00 Name School Arndt, Lauren P.S. # 2 Berzerra, Ana Elizabeth S. P.S. # 2 Boines, Wanda P.S. # 2 Celso, Laura P.S. # 2 Garcia, Lynette P.S. # 2 Gentile, Dayna P.S. # 2 Kline, Wesley P.S. # 2 Loder, Sharon P.S. # 2 Rosas, Milena P.S. # 2 Smith, Jacqueline P.S. # 2 Taylor, Christopher P.S. # 2 Toscano-Iannacone, Lisa P.S. # 2 Title: Instructional Assistants/Personal Assistants Account # 13-422-100-106-749-053 Not to exceed: $180.000.00 Name School Flagg, Sonia P.S. # 2 Guy, Marcia P.S. #2 Hernandez, Aida P.S. # 2 Hodges, Renee P.S. # 2 Jimenez, Carmen P.S. # 2 Jones, Renay P.S. # 2 Lugo, Elizabeth P.S. # 2 Martinez, Emily P.S. # 2 Monasterio, Ruth P.S. # 2 Montalvo, Sonia P.S. # 2 Ozmak, Jacqueline P.S. # 2 Ramadan, Fatima P.S. # 2

Page 177 6/18/08 Renner, Christopher Prester P.S. # 2 Rudd, Diane P.S. # 2 Ruiz, Edgar P.S. # 2 Torres, Lizaida P.S. # 2 Warren, Pauline P.S. # 2

OTHER (CONT.)

Name School Williamson, Darren P.S. # 2 High School Program : JFK Title: Teachers Account # 13.422.100.101.7490.053 Not to exceed: $5,100.00

Name School Fraser, Angela NRC

Title: Instructional Assistants Account # 13-422-100-106-770-053 Not to exceed: $3,600.00

Name School Alvarez, Shirley JFK

Request to process the renewals of the following cafeteria/Lead monitors effective July 1, 2008. Renewals are based on the recommendation of their designated administrator.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abdelaal, Hana Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Abdelaziz, Maha Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Acevedo, Angelina Cafeteria Monitor No. 15 Alexandra, Katrina Cafeteria Monitor No. 19 Ali, Sultana Cafeteria Monitor Dale Avenue School Ali, Tahmina Cafeteria Monitor Dale Avenue School Alston, Bernice Cafeteria Monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School Aquino, Rafaela Cafeteria Monitor No. 21 Arenas, Maribel Cafeteria Monitor No. 4 Armour, Timothy Cafeteria Monitor No. 19 Artis, Ronald Cafeteria Monitor No. 26 Ayala, Maria Cafeteria Monitor No. 24 Aygun Binnur Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Battaglia, Susan Cafeteria Monitor No. 7 Beach, Teisha Cafeteria Monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School Beard, Rosa Cafeteria Monitor Norman S. Weir School Beato, Lucila Cafeteria Monitor Dale Avenue School Beato, Mirope Cafeteria Monitor No. 13 Begum, Husne Cafeteria Monitor No. 27

Page 178 6/18/08 Bejarano, Yesica Cafeteria Monitor 14th Avenue Early Learning Center Beltran, Elizabeth Cafeteria Monitor No. 16 Berry, Nancy Cafeteria Monitor No. 7 Blue-Gerald, Janie Cafeteria Monitor No. 19 Bonilla, Elenia Cafeteria Monitor No. 15 Booker, Lois Cafeteria Monitor No. 21 Bradley, Mattie Cafeteria Monitor No. 13

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Brantley, Rodney Cafeteria Monitor No. 13 Brimley, Juanita Cafeteria Monitor No. 25 Brown, Vernita Cafeteria Monitor No. 26 Brown, Yashena Cafeteria Monitor No. 28 Buggs, Margaret Cafeteria Monitor Urban Leadership Academy Burrell, Francette Cafeteria Monitor No. 7 Camacho, Maria Cafeteria Monitor No. 18 Campbell, Tomeka Cafeteria Monitor No. 14 Carlos, Janet Cafeteria Monitor No. 17 Carranio, Madeline Cafeteria Monitor No. 29 Cartagena, Marina Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Caster, Ruth Cafeteria Monitor No. 1 Castillo, Carmen Cafeteria Monitor No. 27 Castillo, Judy Cafeteria Monitor Alexander Hamilton Academy Castro, Venenciana Cafeteria Monitor No. 8 Ceballos, Marta Cafeteria Monitor No. 27 Cerezo, Miriam Cafeteria Monitor No. 27 Chapapro, Gerry Cafeteria Monitor Norman S. Weir School Charles, Tisha Cafeteria Monitor No. 12 Chowdhury, Salma Cafeteria Monitor No. 19 Chowdhury, Shamsun N. Cafeteria Monitor No. 27 Cintron, Carmen Cafeteria Monitor No. 16 Collazo, Eva Cafeteria Monitor No. 17 Cordova, Josefina Cafeteria Monitor No. 16 Correa, Norma Cafeteria Monitor Alexander Hamilton Academy Cruz, Aurora Cafeteria Monitor No. 2 Davis, Quashiema Cafeteria Monitor No. 26 DeLa Rosa, Maria Cafeteria Monitor No. 3 Delahoz, Sonia Cafeteria Monitor No. 16 Dett, Esther Cafeteria Monitor Norman S. Weir School Diaz, Ana Cafeteria Monitor No. 8 Diaz, Sixta Cafeteria Monitor Roberto Clemente School Ditaranto, Donna Cafeteria Monitor No. 27 Drakeford, Jeanette Cafeteria Monitor No. 7 Durate, Ruth Cafeteria Monitor No. 24

Page 179 6/18/08 Espinosa, Basiliza Cafeteria Monitor No. 25 Figueroa, llsa Cafeteria Monitor No. 16 Fitzgerald, Nancy Cafeteria Monitor No. 27 Fletcher, Gail Cafeteria Monitor No. 21 Flippen, Queen Cafeteria Monitor No. 20 Frazier, Mary Cafeteria Monitor Great Falls Academy Frierson, Yvonne Cafeteria Monitor No. 12 Fulmore, Inez Cafeteria Monitor Rosa Parks HS Fulmore, Sheila Cafeteria Monitor No. 24 Galan, Annie Cafeteria Monitor No. 14 Garces, Angela Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Garcia, Clara Cafeteria Monitor No. 15

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Garcia, Dominica Cafeteria Monitor No. 18 Garcia, Francis Cafeteria Monitor No. 19 Garcia, Ventura Cafeteria Monitor No. 3 Garrison, Charley Mae Cafeteria Monitor Rosa Parks HS Geraldino, Luis Cafeteria Monitor No. 18 Golson, Jessie Cafeteria Monitor Roberto Clemente School Goodwin, Gardenia Cafeteria Monitor No. 6 Guerrero Bahmonde, Elena Cafeteria Monitor No. 30 Guerrero, Sara Cafeteria Monitor No. 7 Guillen, Dulce Cafeteria Monitor No. 18 Guzman, Yesenia Cafeteria Monitor No. 2 Guzman, Yojanny Cafeteria Monitor No. 15 Hamdan, Amal Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Hammond, Donna Cafeteria Monitor No. 26 Hangen, Darlene Cafeteria Monitor No. 28 Hankon, Maryann Cafeteria Monitor No. 7 Harding-Lewis, Shantay M. Cafeteria Monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School Hendrick, Eleanor Cafeteria Monitor No. 30 Henson, Kenia Cafeteria Monitor No. 13 Hernandez, Beatriz Diaz Cafeteria Monitor No. 24 Herrera, Abdias Cafeteria Monitor No. 2 Hickman, Evelyn Cafeteria Monitor No. 12 Holman, Veronica Cafeteria Monitor No. 5 Holmes, Kathy Cafeteria Monitor Alexander Hamilton Academy Holmes, Shawnta Cafeteria Monitor No. 5 Holster, Eneida Cafeteria Monitor No. 14 Ibarra, Georgina Cafeteria Monitor No. 2 Ingram, Tauheedah Cafeteria Monitor No. 24 Issa, Naydah Cafeteria Monitor No. 9 Jacobs, Muaya Lead Monitor Urban Leadership Academy Jimenez, Evelyn Cafeteria Monitor No. 27

Page 180 6/18/08 Jimenez, Maribel Lead Monitor 14th Avenue Early Learning Center Johnson, Demetria Lead Monitor Performing Arts Academy Johnson, Dorothy Cafeteria Monitor Dale Avenue School Jones, Phyllis Cafeteria Monitor No. 3 Lamberty, Magdelena Cafeteria Monitor No. 2 Lamplay, Tammie Cafeteria Monitor No. 21 Lantigua, Norma Cafeteria Monitor No. 18 Latorre, Myriam Lead Monitor Roberto Clemente School Lawrence, Doris Lead Monitor No. 28 LeDuc, Blanca Lead Monitor International HS Lewis, Betty Cafeteria Monitor No. 25 Lewis, Joanne Cafeteria Monitor No. 25 Llerena, Rosa Lead Monitor No. 3 Lopez, Carmen Cafeteria Monitor No. 15 Lugo, Elsa Cafeteria Monitor No. 24

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Lusk, Shirley A. Lead monitor No. 25 Lydecker, Kathy Cafeteria monitor No. 8 Mack, Curtise Cafeteria monitor Rosa Parks HS Mahmoud, Hayfaa Cafeteria monitor No. 9 Malave, Nilsa Cafeteria monitor No. 29 Maldonado, Ignacia Cafeteria monitor Norman S. Weir School Maldonado-Cepeda, Luz Cafeteria monitor No. 16 Mateo, Lidia E. Cafeteria monitor No. 30 McFadden, Fracenia Cafeteria monitor No. 6 McFadden, Johnnie Cafeteria monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School McKoy, Veda Cafeteria monitor No. 26 Mejia, Barbara Cafeteria monitor No.27 Mendez, Anabel Cafeteria monitor No. 8 Montero, Altagracia Cafeteria monitor No. 13 Montero, Rosa Cafeteria monitor No. 15 Morales, Arlene Lead monitor No. 2 Morales, Denise A. Lead monitor No. 27 Moreno, Carmen Cafeteria monitor No. 14 Muniz, Ibet Cafeteria monitor No. 18 Munoz, Nancy Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Munoz, Rosmary Cafeteria monitor No. 24 Cafeteria monitor Nava, Milagritos Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Noble, Shirley Cafeteria monitor No. 17 Nunez, Nidia Cafeteria monitor No. 2 Omar, Nadia Cafeteria monitor No. 9 Ortiz, Maria Cafeteria monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School

Page 181 6/18/08 Ospino, Derly Cafeteria monitor No. 3 Ozturk, Suheyla Cafeteria monitor No. 9 Pagan, Irene Cafeteria monitor No. 20 Palacio, Bibiana Cafeteria monitor No. 12 Paredes, Rafaelina Cafeteria monitor No. 3 Patroni, Julia Cafeteria monitor No. 12 Patullo, Toni Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Pica, Maribel Cafeteria monitor No. 11 Pichardo, Eva Cafeteria monitor No. 15 Piscitelli, Eleanor Lead monitor No. 29 Pittman, Marie Cafeteria monitor No. 4 Rahman, Ruhena Cafeteria monitor No. 2 Rashid, Shahnaz Cafeteria monitor No. 19 Redmond, Kimberly Lead monitor Eastside HS Restrepo, Nancy Cafeteria monitor Alexander Hamilton Academy Reyes, Aida Cafeteria monitor 14th Avenue Early Learning Center Reyes, Julia Cafeteria monitor No. 19 Reyes, Maria Cafeteria monitor No. 4 Reyes, Mercedes Cafeteria monitor No. 1

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Richardson, Janiece Cafeteria monitor No. 21 Rivas, Kenia Cafeteria monitor No. 13 Rivera, Delsia Cafeteria monitor No. 20 Rivera, Miriam Cafeteria monitor No. 4 Robinson, Lanita Cafeteria monitor No. 21 Rodriguez, Belkis Cafeteria monitor No. 9 Rodriguez, Clara Cafeteria monitor No. 12 Rodriguez, Margarita Cafeteria monitor No. 13 Rodriguez, Margot Cafeteria monitor No. 19 Rodriguez, Maritza Cafeteria monitor No. 18 Rodriguez, Martha Cafeteria monitor No. 21 Rodriquez, Nereida Cafeteria monitor No. 21 Roldon, Amparo Cafeteria monitor No. 16 Roman, Noelia Cafeteria monitor No. 14 Romero, Fior Cafeteria monitor No. 18 Rosa,Maritza Cafeteria monitor No. 11 Ruiz, Inocencia Cafeteria monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School Salazar, Maria Cafeteria monitor No. 12 Saldarriega, Gloria Cafeteria monitor No. 16 Sanchez, Cecilia Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Santana, Genaro Cafeteria monitor No. 11 Santiago, Brunilda Cafeteria monitor No. 18 Santiago, Gloria Cafeteria monitor No. 2 Santiago, Kathy Cafeteria monitor No. 8 Sepulveda, Maria Cafeteria monitor No. 3

Page 182 6/18/08 Sevilla, Margarita Cafeteria monitor No. 17 Sevillano, Glendax Cafeteria monitor No. 29 Silvester, Juliana Cafeteria monitor No. 18 Silvestre, Joaquina Cafeteria monitor No. 13 Simmons, Susie Cafeteria monitor No. 1 Solis, Vivian Cafeteria monitor No. 9 Stampone, Vera Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Stephens, Randy Cafeteria monitor No. 28 Suazo, Rosa Cafeteria monitor No. 6 Sultana, Nargish A. Cafeteria monitor No. 19 Tapia, Emilia Cafeteria monitor No. 24 Tavarez, Glory Lead monitor John F. Kennedy HS Torres Rivera, Nitza Lead monitor Dale Avenue School Torres, Arlene Lead monitor No. 24 Torres, Arlene F. Lead monitor No. 24 Torres, Giovanna Cafeteria monitor New Roberto Clemente School Uddin, Fowzia Cafeteria monitor No.27 Urteaga, Maria Cafeteria monitor No. 3 Valentin, Santa Cafeteria monitor No. 17 Vazquez, Nieves Cafeteria monitor No. 1 Velasquez, Lorena Cafeteria monitor No. 12 Villaplana, Ivonne Cafeteria monitor No. 25 Wahdan, Tahiri Cafeteria monitor No. 9

OTHER (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Walton, Marie Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Watson, Marcia Lead monitor No. 30 Wel, Dinorah Cafeteria monitor No. 13 Williams, Rebecca Cafeteria monitor No. 12 Williams, Terrance Cafeteria monitor Edward W. Kilpatrick School Wilson, Audrey Cafeteria monitor No. 27 Wilson, Denise Cafeteria monitor No. 25 Wilson, Mary Cafeteria monitor No. 6 Wimberly, Theresa Lead monitor Great Falls Academy Witherspoon, Patricia Cafeteria monitor Norman S. Weir School Womack, Francine Cafeteria monitor No. 2 Wright, Celeste Cafeteria monitor No. 26 Ynoa, Telma Cafeteria monitor No. 15 Zinnah, Rajia Cafeteria monitor No. 29

To hire the following teachers for the Paterson Community Learning Centers Extended Year Program (summer) under the 21st Century Grant from July 1, 2008 through July 30, 2008. (Six (6) teachers @ $34 hour x 4 hours a day x 21 days = $17,136.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION

Page 183 6/18/08 Best, William Physical Education Teacher No. 10 Butcher, Dorian Grade 5 Language Arts Teacher No. 6 Carroll, Raymond Grades 6-8 Social Studies No. 12 Teacher Francisco, Maria Physical Education Teacher No. 12 Jung, Pamela Art Teacher Silk City Academy Mattocks, Jahmeelah Grade 3 Teacher No. 10

To compensate cafeteria coverage in accordance with the current contract. $2,000 each in the amount Of $4,000.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Montanez-Diodonet, Sandra Instructional Literacy Coach No. 15 Smith, Lavon Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 15

Authorization requested to hire those individuals for HARP ninth (9th) grade August 25-28, 2008- 8:00 am-12:00 pm- 4 hrs/day x 4 days x 3 staff= 48 hrs x 34= $1632.00. Not to exceed $1,632.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Lyons, Joanne English Teacher HARP Academy Opromollo, Eileen Social Studies Teacher HARP Academy Toomey, Christopher Social Studies Teacher HARP Academy

OTHER (CONT.)

Authorization to hire eleven (11) teachers in response to posting #553-Career/Technical Programs for Youth $34/hr x 25 days x 5 hrs/day x 11 teachers (July 1, 2008 through August 5, 2008). Not to exceed $46,750.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Barnes, Darlene Computer Teacher No. 6 Chong, Lee Technology Coordinator MPACT Academy Cleaves, Renee Special Education Teacher John F.Kennedy HS Collins, Marquetta Computer Teacher HARP Academy Davis, Donald Dropout Prevention Specialist Eastside HS Hall, Jamal Industrial Arts Eastside HS Jones, Jacqueline Executive Assistant to the Superintendent office Superintendent/PIO Little, Susan Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS Perry, Karen Michelle Coordinator of Career Education Department of Pupil Personnel Powell, Pamela Business Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Rieder, Jason Technology Coordinator No. 8 Valenz, Shari English Teacher Eastside HS

Page 184 6/18/08 Request to hire two (2) teachers for High School Education Programs effective July 1, 2008 ending August 7, 2008 for 27 days for 4.5 hrs per day each teacher to receive no more than $4131 at Eastside High School for summer school.

NAME POSITION LOCATION DuPiche, David (substitute) Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Ibida, Anthony (substitute) Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Roland, Marti A. Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Thompson, Nicolette A. Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Vitiello, Vanessa (substitute) Special Education Teacher Eastside HS

Approve transferring the maintenance of attendance to the Division of Community Services- And the Department of Communications will maintain their own attendance and to transfer staff according to the location effective May 1, 2008.

NAME POSITION From: LOCATION To: LOCATION Franklin, Laura Director of Superintendent’s Department of Communication Office Communication Gass, Lavene Communication Superintendent’s Department of Assistant Office Communication Knight, Alan Media Technician Superintendent’s Department of Office Communication Sensale, Donna Confidential Secretary Superintendent’s Department of Office Communication Veloz, Omar Graphics Coordinator Superintendent’s Department of Office Communication Wimberly, Benjie Teacher on Superintendent’s Department of assignments/Site Office Community Services Coordinator

L. SUBSTITUTE

Approve the attached list of applicants for the issuance of Substitute Teacher credentials and/or the position of Substitute Teacher.

NAME EFFECTIVE DATE Ali, Mohammed 6/13/08 Aste, Vladymir 7/1/08 Bermeo, Katherine 7/1/08 Brown, Elizabeth 7/1/08 Cameron, Chaundra 7/1/08 Castillo, Jose D. 7/1/08 Descalzi, Magaly 6/13/08 Franco, Crystal 6/13/08 Haque, Maruf 7/1/08 Hernandez, Maria 7/1/08 Kirby, Marilyn 6/13/08 Lafranco, Florinda 7/1/08 Loghmani, Somaz 7/1/08 Lujoi, Elaine 7/1/08 Marte, Rafael 6/13/08

Page 185 6/18/08 Naitbarka, Abderrahman 6/13/08 Ogele, Oby 7/1/08 Palacios, Emeralda 6/13/08 Pires, Lida 6/13/08 Rashel, Kayobad 7/1/08 Rummana, Dewan 7/1/08 Salazar, Paola 6/13/08 Santos, Edmundo 7/1/08 Sen, Tulika 6/13/08 Simonton, Jacqueline 7/1/08 Stinso, Anja 6/13/08 Villanueva, Leon 7/1/08 Wettstein, William 7/1/08 Woodson, Rebecca 7/1/08

OTHER

08-A260. Approved consultant contract with Mike Wiley Productions for the presentation of Oliver Brown versus Board of Education in Topeka, Kansas, for thirty teachers in grades 4-12 through the partnership with the American Institute for History Education, on February 28 and 29, 2008, at an amount not to exceed $1,500.00.

08-A261. Approved agreement with Teaching Strategies to provide a two day training session to 40 center directors, 6 Department of Early Childhood Education administrators, and 4 master teachers on the Creative Curriculum, on June 3 and 4, 2008, at an amount not to exceed $4,930.00.

08-A262. Approved appointing the firm of Bauch Zucker Hatfield LLC as Special Labor Counsel, for the period of May 12, 2008 through June 30, 2008, at a rate of $160.00 per hour, not to exceed $8,000.00.

It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Hodges that Resolution No. F-1 be adopted.

Comm. Taylor: Are there any questions or discussion?

Comm. Hodges: Is that statement a statutorial requirement?

Comm. Taylor: Yes, a QSAC requirement. Dr. Glascoe, I know that we have several people working in positions now that we have sent paperwork in to the County Commissioner who was supposed to have sent it to the state Department of Education so that our people can be certified and in position before school starts in September. Can you give us an update on that?

Dr. Glascoe: I guess most noteworthy are the principal positions at School 7, School 27, and International. We have submitted our documentation as part of the process. But I have been told by the Department of Education that they are holding on final

Page 186 6/18/08 approval of those appointments because of the transition. By the way, I was informed in writing.

Comm. Taylor: They sent you a letter?

Dr. Glascoe: Yes ma’am.

Comm. Taylor: This is another one where we have done the work. We have done the homework. We have done the interviews. We have done everything that is required by law. The principals have done everything in their power in order to be in position. It has been sent to the county and to the state and now we get a letter saying we are in transition. We are going to be in transition for a year. Whether the community knows it or not we are going to be in transition for this year trying to find an interim, trying to get a superintendent, and then trying to get other administrators in this district to run our district. This is not right because our people have gone through the leadership training and many of them have been in the district a long time and they know what is needed here. I trust the judgment of our administrators that we have here now.

Dr. Glascoe: I'm somewhat hesitant in making a comment, but I just can't sit here without at least having it on the record. Most educators that I know, and I even spoke to some educators who don't work in the district today and they were somewhat taken back by the position of the Department of Education. Here is a situation where the three appointed principals by me are outstanding educators. They went through the balance leadership program that the district has instituted. On top of that, I challenge anyone to find other school districts that put the amount of time and effort that we do in the selection of principals. I'm talking about providing an opportunity to the staff and the community to provide some input as to what they want to see in characteristics for a new principal. So given all of that I'm just not happy that we can’t move with those principals in place and it is somewhat unsettling to those three principals. I have had conversations with them individually as well as together letting them know exactly what the situation is. But I think I really needed to express my concern over the processes that we go through above and beyond other school districts, our training program and our selection process. But yet we are put on hold. Thank you.

Comm. Taylor: I know that I need to say roll call, but I'll tell you that this a very difference time when we don't have enough people to help us get a good start in September. We have three assistant superintendents and principals hanging in the air. Some instructors that we had are hanging in the air. They don't know. Just because the state is in transition doesn’t mean we don't know what we are doing down here.

On roll call all Board members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

OTHER BUSINESS

Board Member Comments

Comm. Muhammad: Can a make just a quick comment?

Comm. Hodges: No, absolutely not.

Comm. Muhammad: That’s why you are going to be here by yourself totally. I just want to say to Comm. Sayegh we will be meeting again and when I come to that council meeting don't forget where you came from. That’s all I want to say to you. For those assistant superintendents that will no longer be with us I just thank you for the hard work

Page 187 6/18/08 you have done in this district. I pray that everything will happen for you and you continue to pray for us and our children. Thank you.

Comm. Taylor: I would just like to congratulate all the students that are going to graduate from pre-K all the way to the 12th grade. I know you see us here at the Board meetings talking about the students getting an education that is of quality. I would hope that what I hear some students saying that they don't have a good education, you must remember that an education is not just given to you. You have to work on it yourself and you have to learn yourself. It’s not something I can just pour in your brain. It’s something that has to be developed and you have to be a part of it. You have to be engaged in it. I say to the families this year we lost a lot of parents who have passed away. We lost a lot of grandparents and the children are going to be suffering from abandonment in the educational system by a lot of people from the state, county, and local level because we do not know how to cooperate with each other. I'd like to make sure that the parents do as Ms. Ruby Cotton asked us to do, to take each one of those areas that we have been working together to continue to work together as we have begun under Dr. Glascoe. I'd like to thank Dr. Glascoe for everything he tried to do in this difficult town. This town has been difficult. We destroy the lives of priests. We destroy the lives of teachers. We destroy the love of children. But when we want to we can uplift educators. We can uplift politicians. We can uplift people that are working in the church and synagogues. When we want to and we are going to have to want to do it. To educate a child we have to want to do it. We have to want to do it and always be engaged. As Dr. Awadallah said, it is not according to one group but many groups that make up this city. All of us make this city up. All of us have to be engaged. Not one country outside. Not new people that come here from all other countries. All people that are here are considered Americans. One nation - American. No matter where you come from we want all the children educated so we will have the best citizens in this city. Mr. Sayegh, I'd like to wish you well on the council. I hope you continue your enthusiasm so we can get our ordinances worked on and carried out. You are the council. You make them but you don't enforce them. The administration enforces them. So we have to begin to engage the administration and work on them and that’s another education piece. Do a good job.

Comm. Best: There’s a lot more to say but the hour is late. So I'm going to refrain from any comments besides this last one. I would like to commend Comm. Muhammad on her very stylish shades that she was able to wear for the entire meeting. I would like to give her credit for puling that off. Many people can't pull that off.

Comm. Hodges: I'm not going to protect you, Mr. Best.

Comm. Best: I already told her she pulls off the hat. That’s awesome. That’s my only comment. Thank you.

Comm. Guzman: First of all, I would like to congratulate and wish the best to Mr. Andre Sayegh. He is going with the little people now because we are considered the big people here. I want to wish you the best and everything else you are going to be encountering is not going to be dealing only with the school system but with the whole City of Paterson. To Dr. Glascoe, the very short time I have been on the Board thank you very much for everything you have done for the Paterson Public Schools and the children and showing us that you care. That report that you did for us today you were not mandated to do but you decided to do it out of the bottom of the heart. Thank you very much for presenting that to us. As Ms. Taylor said, I would like to congratulate all the students that have already graduated. I want to excuse myself again with Mr. Awadallah for not attending. But I would like to congratulate them all and tell them that

Page 188 6/18/08 we are very proud of them. That shows the effort and everything that are willing to do to succeed in life. As we all know we have many graduations scheduled for next week starting this Friday. To those principals that have sent me personal letters that would like for me to attend, I am not going to be able to attend all of them. We have about 40 graduation exercises being held on the 25th alone. But I will try my best to attend as much as I could in a short period of time. But to the students, I wish you all the best, those graduating from kindergarten, fourth grade, eighth grade, high school, and just everyone. The best and congratulations.

Comm. Inoa: I would like to congratulate the students that are graduating as well, especially those that are going to go to college. I want them to keep focused to succeed in life. It is very important to be dedicated. I also want to mention to those that are going from Kindergarten to second, third, and fourth grade that education goes hand in hand with family and parent involvement. I hope that the parents get involved in the education for them to go to another level. I also want to congratulate Andre Sayegh who has now moved up. I believe you are now a city councilman. On July 1 he is going to be starting. As Comm. Muhammad mentioned before, I'm going to be at the council meetings as well and I have no doubt you are going to do a great job. I know you really got into it. Dr. Glascoe, thank you once again for the effort you put into the Paterson district and for the great job you did. We are going to miss you and I really believe and hope that the state will work together hand in hand to get one as good as you are. Thank you very much.

Comm. Kerr: As you are quite aware we both attended the Arabic Civic Organization graduation exercise that was held last Saturday and I must say that I was very impressed with what I saw. But I came away from there thinking that if what they are doing is so impressive and so vital to a very significant element of our community I really don't see any reason why as a district we are not able to support that kind of activity. I believe we have spent money doing other things that are less important and less significant than paying for the kind of work that I saw there on Saturday. Mr. President, I know we are going through a transitional period in this district right now. When you go through these kinds of changes sometimes you gain and sometimes you lose. I’m not in a position to say exactly which end of the scale we are at this moment. But Mr. Sayegh, you have been my friend of quite a while and let me say this publicly. I ran for this Board for two consecutive years before winning. My third year I decide that I would not seek election for this Board. It was my intention to sit out the election. But Andre decided that I should run again for the position of commissioner of this Board and he took personal interest. He went and got everything organized behind my back and made sure that I was locked into a situation that I could not extricate myself from. So if it wasn’t for Andre Sayegh I would not be on this Board today and I want to say thank you. You have done a tremendous job on this Board. You have served our kids. You are Mr. Omnipresent. Everywhere we go Andre is there servicing his community and his people and that is the greatest compliment you can pay to your community. We thank you and we know you are just going down the street. You are moving from Channel 76 to Channel 77. We will still see you and we know you will still be doing a tremendous job. Let me quickly say that before I did not mention the services that have been rendered by Assistant Superintendents Deirdre Simon, Dr. Carreras, and Ms. Jeanette Lyde. I want to personally pay them homage and say thank you for the services you have rendered to this district. We are very appreciative and we trust that as you move on you will continue to get blessings wherever you might go.

Comm. Hodges: Mr. Sayegh, I noticed you are really anxious to get home and it’s very late so we are going to forgo your comments tonight. After all, as you know council people don't speak at the Board of Education meetings. It’s for the Board.

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Comm. Sayegh: Thank you for being so kind, Dr. Hodges.

Comm. Hodges: However, maybe we will relent this one time. We are going to treat the council a lot nicer than they have obviously treated us.

Comm. Sayegh: In the interest of time, I'm requesting 20 minutes. I will suffer from Wednesday withdrawal after tonight and I want to comment on something that Comm. Muhammad said, never forget where you came from. I will not because you will continuously remind me. I must also say that these past four years in the Paterson Board of Education have been quite a learning experience for me. In fact, I wish I could substitute my time here with my high school career which was less than stellar. I look at it that way because my freshman year in 2004 I came on the Board like a hotshot thinking I knew everything. But then it was people like Ms. Taylor, Mr. Klein, Dr. Hodges, and Mr. Moody who let me know that I didn’t know anything just yet. And then I look back fondly on the fact that we became classmates…(end of tape) (Beginning of new tape)…to ensure that children in this district succeeded. And it was a struggle because that was the time when it was uncovered that a superintendent had presided over a time when $50 million was misappropriated. And we had to fight, not amongst ourselves, but Trenton and the powers that be to oust the superintendent and to usher in educational reform and an era of accountability. And then my sophomore year comes and we are joined by Comm. Kerr, a new classmate. So he had to bear the brunt of the hazing. And later on we had to of course fight to get a superintendent and only four of us stood up to the challenge. We selected a man of honesty and integrity, a gentleman I believe should be entering his fourth year in this district with another contract for three years, Dr. Glascoe. By far, of all the applicants he was the most outstanding. There was no question. As he stood on this stage you knew that he was far superior to anyone we had interviewed or had come into contact with that applied of this position. And then my junior year rolls around and we had seen gains. That’s something I want people to remember Dr. Glascoe by, education gains. Let’s not talk about political appeasement because he would not play ball with the power brokers in Paterson, Passaic County, and the State of New Jersey he suffered the consequences by having interference run in some of the programs he tried to implement. And then my senior year was quite memorable as well because I was joined by a new cast of fresh people, such as Comm. Muhammad who quickly seized the reins and became a very successful policy chair. That’s an area where we have seen a great deal of progress. Later we brought on another freshman, Commissioner Danilo E. Inoa, the “E” is for Enrique, not Iglesias, and he came on board and he is trying to of course do what Commissioner Moody did, a steady presence bringing reason and a parent’s perspective to this Board of Education. And most recently we have our new set of freshmen enter the class, Commissioner T.J. Best and Commissioner Wendy Guzman and I appreciate the energy and enthusiasm that they bring. But I'd be remiss if I didn’t say this. There is no yearbook or prom for me, maybe a little senioritis in these last few days. But what I take from this Board of Education is knowing that we are not compensated with money. Our reward is to see that students improve year in and year out. When I see graduation rates go up, test scores increase, and a curriculum adopted and implemented I know that I'm ready for graduation because I have been a part of this class and I believe we have been successful in what we have set out to do. And I have to say I want to commend those in the back, those who are always behind us. Those are Tineish Crawley, Jacqueline Jones, and my personal favorite Cheryl Williams. They do all the work. Never forget, they are behind us literally and figuratively. Lucy is not behind us now, but she is behind us during the day. Nevertheless, I want to thank them because they are the unsung heroes in the superintendent’s office. And I'm confident that after June 30 although things will not be very stable one thing will be for sure, they

Page 190 6/18/08 will continue to make sure that the district continues to operate because they have been doing for so long and they are experts at that, and Maria as well. She is behind us, not at the present moment, but during the day she is with them in the back. I also want to say something to Eileen Shafer because she is an individual who rolls up her sleeves. She is here day in and day out. She stays for every meeting whether it’s a workshop, special meeting, executive session, or regular meeting. She is one of the hardest working people I have ever met in my entire life. And believe me Eileen, I have met a lot of people who work hard. I have met a lot of people that don't work so hard. But you certainly fall in the category of one of the most diligent and I salute you. But to all my colleagues I wish you well. But I will continue to be here time and time again. Yes, I will be on Channel 77 but I will be watching you on Channel 76 and perhaps occasionally I'll come down and speak at the public portion and request five minutes as a councilman. But I do want to say this. I have learned something from each and every one of you. Especially those I have served more with than I have with the rest. But Dr. Hodges, I want to tell you this. We have been friends for quite some time and when we first met we didn’t hit it off. In fact, you told me you didn’t like me and that you didn’t want me on the Board and I told you, you are an angry man. You are still angry and you probably still don't want me on the Board, but your wishes will be honored not too long from now. But I do want to say this. Everyday that I have come to know you I have learned to respect you more and admire you as not just a friend but as a brother in the struggle. It was Frederick Douglas who said, “Without struggle there can be no progress.” Colleagues, we have struggled but there has been progress. I thank you from the opportunity. I'm grateful that I have had a chance to serve with very decent human beings on this Paterson Board of Education and I will continue my service to the community of Paterson and the children. Thank you very much.

Dr. Glascoe: I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the leadership team, a group of individuals who had to put up with me, but a group of individuals who have pulled together as a dynamic team in taking on the challenges of this school district. I appreciate their efforts and dedication to the cause. I also want to thank the office staff again for putting up with me but also for the dedication and hard work they have presented to this School Board, to me as the Superintendent, to the leadership team, and the district at large. The last thing I want to say to this School Board is whatever you do keep the main thing the main thing. You have all the trappings out there to take you away from it. There are so many different things that you can find yourself immersed in and it is taking you further and further away from the main thing. Your mission should you choose to accept it is really to govern this school district. I have seen this brand new Board demonstrate an operational pattern and professionalism that we have not always had with this School Board. So I think we are on our way. We have been handicapped with a few things as far as the QSAC process is concerned and the criteria and the things we have gone through. But I believe that if you continue to stick together, and it doesn’t mean you rubber stamp what each and every one of you brings to the table, but as professionals and as a governing body you hash it out in your closed sessions individually and in your committee meetings and then you present yourself to the community at large as a united front by keeping the main thing the main thing. Thank you very much.

Comm. Hodges: Thank you, Dr. Glascoe. Let me first start by saying I was accused of saying “Oh God” when a parent was announced by one of the people from the community. I didn’t do that. But as President of the Board I take full responsibility for the fact that that did in fact occur. I'm going to ask the Board that they be more circumspect in their utterances on and off the microphone because my shoulders can't survive the operating for others because apparently I have a lot of admonishing that I have to take for myself. So I'll just caution you in the future. Let me also say diversity is

Page 191 6/18/08 the least of our problems in this community. What we can't do apparently is be one nation and one people. I will say if we don’t learn to do that soon we are going to fragment and fly apart into chaos. I didn’t come here for that. I didn’t come here to address the needs of one ethnic community. As a matter of fact, there is no vehicle for me to do that on this Board. I came here to address I thought the issues of all the children in this school district. So I take exception to the comments of at least one of the individuals appearing tonight about the separateness of the community and how they are being addressed. I think this Board exemplifies what has to happen here and what we are capable of doing if we are serious about the challenges that are facing all of Paterson’s children. Ladies and gentlemen, we have a lot of challenges. In another 13 days we will have July 1. On July 1 unless something dramatic happens we won't have a superintendent in place. We would have lost at least three assistant superintendents. We will have three principals in place but not certified and a fourth one missing in one of the largest high schools in the district. We have a realignment plan which is forced by overcrowding in several schools. We have some of the worst facilities in the country facing us. We have shortfalls in our budget which leads us to have programs that are necessary to be cut and shortchanged and unexpanded. We have students on average entering high school reading on a fourth grade reading average. We have students entering high school with a fourth grade math level proficiency. We have as I mentioned before an SRA rate of usage for graduation at 71% at Eastside High School and at 61% at Kennedy when the state average is under 15%. We have major challenges in our bilingual program. We have major challenges in our guidance department. We don't have a finance piece after three years or a debating program after three years, a finance piece that would help our students understand the value of money and by the way the importance of an education. We have substantial challenges in opening two schools where we have a need for $7.2 million at International High School. We have School 24 for which we are still hoping to receive an open date. We have problems with teachers and teaching shortages. And the list goes on and on.

Comm. Muhammad: But you can't.

Comm. Hodges: The reason I'm raising those issues is because without the leadership it is going to be harder and harder to move forward and for our children to become educated in the manner that they need to. So ladies and gentlemen, as you sit and you wonder what happens, please understand that this is a serious task in front of us and we may have some disagreements on how to approach it and how it needs to be done. But the bottom line is we need to bring the focus back to the educational success of our students. To Mr. Sayegh, it has been a very interesting time. It has been up and own. We have had some very difficult days together and I will miss you on this Board and I wish you the very best of luck on whatever Board you serve in the future.

Comm. Sayegh: It’s not state operated.

Comm. Hodges: Not yet. Dr. Glascoe and to your staff, Ms. Lyde, Deidre Simon, and Dr. Carreras, I wish you all Godspeed and I thank you for your services as I mentioned before. You have moved us forward in your tenure here and we appreciate your time and your efforts. Thank you very much. Good night.

The meeting was adjourned at 11:55 p.m.

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