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METHACTON SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS Work Session Agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2008 Arcola Intermediate School

I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 PM

II. OPENING CEREMONY

III. ATTENDANCE

BOARD OF LATE SCHOOL DIRECTORS PRESENT ABSENT ARRIVAL Mr. Daniel B. Sattler, President Mrs. Marijane Barbone, Vice President Mr. Wilson P. Bohanak Dr. Winifred S. Hayes Mr. John P. Lynch Ms. Joyce E. Petrauskas Mr. Grant T. Schanbacher Mr. Michael J. Simeone Mr. James T. Van Horn

NON-VOTING MEMBERS Dr. Timothy J. Quinn, Superintendent

OTHERS Mr. Paul R. Koehler, Board Treasurer Dr. Jane E. Martin, Assistant Superintendent Mr. Denis J. McCall, Director of Business Services Ms. Elizabeth Caskey – Student Representative Ms. Megan Patrylak – Student Representative Ms. Vidula Joshi – Student Representative Ms. Emily Laird – Student Representative

IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EXECUTIVE SESSIONS – Mr. Daniel Sattler

V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Mr. Daniel Sattler It should be noted that public notice was given for this meeting in accordance with Act 84 of 1986.

May I have a motion to approve the agenda as indicated.

Motion: Second: Vote: Result: October 21, 2008 Work Session Agenda

VI. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS AND SCHEDULED SPEAKERS – Dr. Timothy Quinn

A. Presentation of “M” Awards – October 21, 2008 – Dr. Mary Anne Del Collo Arcola Intermediate School - Academic Excellence for the 2007-2008 School Year

Grade 6: Emily Abraham Joseph Leone Christina Shulman Sarah Anderson Colin Mansfield Lauren Simeone Danielle Armstrong Owen McCue Kristen Sprayberry Justin Baman Madalyn McLennan Kara Steinke Sai Aishwarya Bosula Neel Mehta Kimberly Stratoti Jenna Carroll Amanda Morris Maura Swift Andrew DeSana Jennifer Nestor Antonio Tan-Torres Allyson Echevarria Brett Neuville Emily Tencza Michelle Fu Priya Patel Katherine Trimble Eileen Ge Shriraj Patel Kailey Tuhacek Rohan Ghosh Matthew Pellegrino Tina Unwalla Samyuktha Guttha Julie Primavera Francesca Venezia Alexa Hoover Antonica Rajan Connie Wang Robert Ju Taylor Sabol Anne Werkheiser David Kahn Anastasios Sapalidis Carly Wickham Aditya Kalgutkar Brittany Schrader Michaela Woolston Kyle Kammerle Neil Shankar Paulina Wozniak

Grade 7: Jennifer Clay Reed Hostrander Jeremy Reid Haley Crenshaw Teresa Hyon Sarah Schlenker Brianna Earnshaw Justine Lee Elexa Sherman Cecilia Figliuolo Andrew Lowery Erik Tan Ryan Foster John McGlynn Paige Waenke Megan Gehret Shreya Reddy Brendan Walsh Megan Hockenbrock

Grade 8: Rebecca Aaron Alisha Khan Mary Kate Martin Rachel Besley Louis Lee Alison Robzen Emily Bobyock Stephanie Lee Sheila Shankar Dillan Casanova Courtney Leistensnider Jacquelyn Tencza Jessica Forman Yumeng Liao Alisa Urbano Emma Goodson Madeleine Lowery Maggie Zhang

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B. Presentation of “M” Awards – October 28, 2008 – Ms. Judy Landis Methacton High School - Academic Excellence for the 2007-2008 School Year

Grade 9: Danica Belber Katherine Joyce Ritu Saxena Katherine Berman Andrew Kearns Jacquelyn Schatz Nicole Bridgens Thomas Landis Mansi Shah Suguna Chaganti Jin Lee Benjamin Song Kelsey Christie Bohan Li Shauna Strubinger Nancy Chung Angelina Lim Weiwei Swei Maria Coppa Michael Magagna Ernest Tam Anthony DeSana Anastasia Magner Suelee Tang Meaghan Emery Brandon Mentley Whitney Tatem Camille Falcone Rikki Moore Allison Tipton Jeffrey Forman Megan Nearing Kevin Todd Amy Glaewketgarn Ronald Neilson Brian Tyson Alexa Gryga Song Oh Jane Wang Sophia Hammond Shannon Palmer Sara Watro Joshua Himes Mitali Panchani Laura Weinstock Lisa Hofgesang Anjli Patel Anna Wu Catherine Hopkins Shreya Patel Mary Wust Ywonne Hu Rebecca Radisic Sofia Zacharczuk Minna Hyon Nishith Ravichandran Boyang Zhang

Grade 10: Lindsay Beatty Kathleen Grimes Alexander Newman Laura Bishop Jennifer Haefner Dan Oh Kateryna Brezitska Jennifer Huang Kyle Robertson Brian Broderick Pamela Jones Lauren Ruhl Spencer Caplan Vidula Joshi Snehal Sawlani Harini Chandramouli Lydia Kim John Senderak Quan Chen Elizabeth Kirkner Lori Shapiro Janae Del Maestro Michelle Konkoly Ronak Sheth Wei Deng Jeffrey Kurish Victoria Steven Eduardo Diaz De Gracia Kathleen Lane Kalpana Suraesh Emily Dinan Karyn Laskaris Alexandra Walsh Kevin Drummey Kara Lieff Kendell Weiland Melissa Duong Kelly Murphy Li-Hui Zhang Dillon Gentekos

Grade 11: Miranda Aaron Matthew Jones Margaretha Scavello Katherine Anderson Elizabeth Joyce Kate Schloer Jayson Baman Diane Kim Inga Schmidt Jacob Beebe Daren Kline Aaron Segal Aneesh Bhoopathy Ashwinn Krishnaswamy Cassidy Shadle Morgan Bookheimer Vinayak Kumar Jordan Snyder Jonathan Bronstein Yunkyoung Kwak Grace Soloff Mark Bundschuh Mark Laskaris Janet Song Shannon Cain Samantha Lawley Leo Stadnik Stephen Catania Jin Lee Victoria Stilley Barbara Cushing Eric Luitweiler Michael Taddonio Shane Denecke Brittany Mazzurco Scott Taddonio Christopher DePanicis Caitlyn McCann David Turner Philip Ditzler Ryan Mentley Vamsi Vuppala Yean Do Breckyn Moore Andrew Waldron Emma Rose Donnelly Melissa Morral Jennifer Walters Scott Douglas Megan Ort Runqing Wang Joy Ekuta Rosan Patel Carolyn Wason Nathaniel Ferraro Krista Phillips Ting Wei Meredith Fischer Jaron Quinlan Calan Wilson Adrienne Fulton Alexandra Reynolds Louis Wust Amelia Garrett Harsha Royyuru Jessie Zhang Sarah Hofgesang Miriah Rutledge Sherry Zhao Lauren Horne Melissa Sattler

C. Presentation of Retirement Plaque – October 28, 2008

George A Smith, head custodian at Eagleville Elementary, with 29 years of service to the District.

D. Scheduled Speakers

1. Facilities Study Presentation – October 21, 2008 – E. I. Associates

2. 5-6 Building Presentation – October 28, 2008 – Dr. Martin

VII. REPORTS

A. CURRICULUM AND FEDERAL PROGRAMS - Dr. Jane E. Martin

B. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES

C. SUPERINTENDENT – Dr. Timothy J. Quinn

VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON BOARD ACTION ITEM – Mr. Daniel Sattler

IX. ITEM FOR BOARD ACTION – Mr. Daniel Sattler

A. RESIGNATION OF BOARD MEMBER

Accept the resignation of Wilson P. Bohanak as board member. Effective immediately.

May I have a motion to accept the resignation as presented.

Motion: Second: Vote: Result:

X. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

THE MINUTES SHALL NOTE THAT PUBLIC NOTICE WAS GIVEN FOR THIS MEETING IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACT 84 OF 1986. NOTICES AND ADVISEMENTS OF THESE MEETINGS WILL CARRY THE INTENT THAT LIMITED BUSINESS MAY BE CONDUCTED ON ANY SCHEDULED MEETING DATE.

A. CONSENT AGENDA – Dr. Timothy Quinn

1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Copies of the minutes of the work session held September 16, 2008 and the minutes of the regular meeting held September 23, 2008 were forwarded in advance to all members of the Board of School Directors.

2. FISCAL ITEMS

a. BILLS (Placeholder)

The bills that will be presented for Board approval are chargeable against the funds and accounts indicated. The list of bills recommended for approval will be provided prior to the regular meeting.

b. BEACON AGREEMENT RENEWAL

One year renewal of the contract with BEACON (Bucks Employee Assistance Consortium) at the rate of $12.15 per employee. Effective November 2008 through October 2009.

3. SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATIONS ON PERSONNEL ISSUES:

a. RESIGNATION – PROFESSIONAL

1) Stefanie Baehr, special education instructor at Woodland Elementary School. Effective date to be determined. b. RESIGNATION – CLASSIFIED

1) Christopher Scheller, personal care assistant at Woodland Elementary School. Effective October 17, 2008. c. RESIGNATIONS – SUPPLEMENTAL

1) Sharon Branca, assistant aquatics manager at Methacton High School. Effective September 30, 2008.

2) Lynda Bradley, math club sponsor at Woodland Elementary School. Effective October 2, 2008.

3) Barbara MacMullen, ESL homework club sponsor at Audubon Elementary School. Effective October 2, 2008.

4) Sarah Trzaska, ESL homework club sponsor at Audubon Elementary School. Effective October 2, 2008. d. EMPLOYMENT – SUPPLEMENTAL

1) Sharon Branca, Arcola Musical Stage Manager, in the amount of $659.00.

2) Paul Chantry, Eagleville Math Club Co-Sponsor, in the amount of $277.13.

3) Bradley Dale, Eagleville Math Club Co-Sponsor, in the amount of $199.79.

4) Diana Kernop, outdoor education coordinator, in the amount of $2,416.60.

5) Lauren McNutt, Arcola Musical Choreographer, in the amount of $399.58.

6) Angela Mullen, Arcola Musical Assistant Director, in the amount of $805.60.

7) Rebecca Shimer, Arcola Musical Director, in the amount of $2,996.83. e. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLASSIFIED SUBSTITUTE LIST

1) ADDITIONS a) Beverly Sabo

END OF CONSENT AGENDA

B. FISCAL – Mr. Denis McCall

1. TREASURER’S REPORT (Placeholder)

It will be recommended that the Board approve the treasurer’s report for the month of September. The treasurer’s report will be provided prior to the regular meeting.

2. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAM (Placeholder)

Approve the extension of the School Resource Officer Program.

3. AWARD OF BID FOR HVAC SERVICES AT WOODLAND

Approve the bid award of a professional services contract to Butler Balancing Company, Inc. for testing, adjusting and balancing, commissioning service for newly installed HVAC equipment in the amount of $35,000.

4. WOODLAND PROJECT CHANGE ORDERS

a) Authorize the following change orders to General Construction Contract, Penn Builders, Inc.:

 Costs associated with modifications to HRU – 2 structural frame supports due to unforeseen conflict with corridor wall in the amount of $1,963.

 Costs associated with removal of existing unsuitable sub base along front bus loop and rear entrance; and installation of PennDOT approved sub base materials at direction of LPT inspection in the amount of $19,814.

b) Authorize the following change orders to HVAC Construction Contract, JBM Mechanical, Inc.:

 Costs associated with additional insulated rooftop ductwork for relocated HRU – 3 from hallway location to art room location which allowed for no disturbance to existing hallway terrazzo floor and SGFT walls in the amount of $35,920.24.

 Costs associated with installation of smoke and fire dampers which are required by code and not shown on contract drawings in the amount of $6,640.86.

C. PERSONNEL – Mr. Robert Harney

1. EMPLOYMENT – CLASSIFIED

a. Susan Michelson, instructional assistant at Eagleville Elementary Page 7 of 11 October 21, 2008 Work Session Agenda

School. Hourly rate of $13.70. Effective October 20, 2008. This is a replacement position. b. Karen Tripp, part-time bus driver. Hourly rate of $19.35. Effective September 22, 2008. This is a replacement position.

2. EMPLOYMENT – LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE - PROFESSIONAL

a. Emily Fantuzzo, long-term substitute music instructor at Worcester Elementary School. Salary: $46,000 (prorated) based on Masters +15, Step 1. Effective approximately October 16, 2008.

b. Lynn Hadley, long-term substitute business education instructor at Methacton High School. Salary: $45,000 (prorated) based on Masters, Step 1. Effective October 13, 2008 – January 26, 2009.

c. Sara Hart, special education instructor at Woodland Elementary School. Salary: $41,300 (prorated) based on Bachelors, Step 1. Effective Approximately October 16, 2008 through February 18, 2009.

3. EMPLOYMENT – LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE – CLASSIFIED

a. Linda Heil, long-term substitute instructional assistant at Eagleville Elementary School. Hourly rate of $13.70. Effective October 22, 2008 through March 9, 2009.

4. UNCOMPENSATED LEAVE – PROFESSIONAL

a. Sharon Bersheim, grade five instructor at Worcester Elementary School. Effective following period of disability beginning approximately December 22, 2008 through January, 2009.

b. Charane Juckniewitz, special education instructor at Eagleville Elementary School. Effective approximately December 4, 2008 through March 6, 2009.

c. Christine Pandolfo, special education instructor at Woodland Elementary School. Effective following a period of disability beginning approximately December 12, 2008 through February 16, 2009.

5. UNCOMPENSATED LEAVE – CLASSIFIED

a. Susan Duffy, instructional assistant at Eagleville Elementary School. Effective approximately October 22, 2008 – March 9, 2009.

6. CHANGE OF STATUS

a. Susan Duffy from instructional assistant to long-term substitute special education instructor at Eagleville Elementary School. Salary: $41,300 (prorated) based on Bachelors, Step 1. Effective approximately October 22, 2008 – March 9, 2009.

D. POLICY AND PROGRAM ISSUES – Dr. Jane Martin

1. HIGH SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN

Approve the school improvement plan for Methacton High School with the required components prescribed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

2. METHACTON HIGH SCHOOL COURSE PROPOSALS FOR 2009-2010

a) Course Title: PSSA English Keys to Success Grade Level(s): 9-11 Semester/Year: Semester Mods per Cycle: 3 Credit Value: .25

Course Title: AP Art History Grade Level(s): 11-12 Semester/Year: Year Mods per Cycle: 6 Credit Value: 1

Course Title: Harry Potter: Meaning, Myth and Media Grade Level(s): 9-12 Semester/Year: Semester Mods per Cycle: 6 Credit Value: .5

Course Title: Conceptual Physics Grade Level(s): 11-12 Semester/Year: Year Mods per Cycle: 6 Credit Value: 1

Course Title: PSSA Math Keys to Success Grade Level(s): 9-11 Semester/Year: Semester Mods per Cycle: 3 Credit Value: .25

Course Title: Advanced Java Concepts Grade Level(s): 11-12 Semester/Year: Year Mods per Cycle: 3 Credit Value: .5

3. BOARD POLICY REVISIONS (Placeholder)

E. OTHER

1. CDL APPLICATION

Approve the individual to sign the third party CDL testing application as Superintendent, Timothy J. Quinn.

XI. INFORMATION ITEMS

A. DATES FOR BOARD MEMBERS’ CALENDARS – Mr. Daniel Sattler

October 21, 2008 Work Session Meeting 7:30 Arcola October 28, 2008 Regular Meeting 7:30 Arcola November 18, 2008 Work Session Meeting 7:30 Arcola November 25, 2008 Regular Meeting 7:30 Arcola

B. ADVISEMENTS – Dr. Timothy Quinn

1. BOARD POLICY REVISIONS – SECOND READING

a. Board Policy #140 – Charter Schools b. Board Policy #206 – Assignment Within District c. Board Policy #209 – Health Examinations/Screenings d. Board Policy #407 – Student Teachers/Interns e. Board Policy #246 – Student Wellness

2. BOARD POLICY REVISIONS – FIRST READING

a. Board Policy #204 – Attendance b. Board Policy #249 – Bullying c. Board Policy #404.1 – Nepotism d. Board Policy #814 - Copyright e. Board Policy #818 – Contracted Services

3. PLANCON PART H: PROJECT FINANCING

PlanCon Part H, Project Financing, has been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education on September 22, 2008.

4. PLANCON PART K: PROJECT REFINANCING

PlanCon Part K, Project Refinancing, has been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education on October 6, 2008.

5. TRANSFERS

a. Dawn Montare, from librarian at Methacton High School to librarian at at Audubon Elementary School. Effective October 6, 2008.

XII. OLD BUSINESS

XIII. NEW BUSINESS

XIV. COURTESY OF THE FLOOR

XV. COORDINATOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES – Mrs. Angela Linch - October 28, 2008

XVI. ADJOURNMENT