The Regular Meeting

THE REGULAR MEETING 77 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

Was held on Tuesday, June27, 2006 in the Media Center at Pitman High School. The meeting convened at 7:12 p.m. for Executive Closed Session followed by the Regular Meeting at 7:42 p.m. with the following in attendance:

Gail L. Todd President Thomas DeGeorge Vice-President Thomas C. Hahn Member Joseph F. Martin Member (absent) Robin Mollenhauer Member Donald W. Pallies Member (absent) Michele D. Roemer Secretary Thomas F. Schulte Superintendent Esther Pacitti Asst. Supt. for Curriculum & Instruction Samuel H. Bullock Solicitor (arrived at 7:12 pm)

EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION #1– 7:12 pm

Moved by Mrs. Todd Second by Mr. DeGeorge

“That the following Resolution is adopted:

BE IT RESOLVED by the Pitman Board of Education that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Law (NJSA 10:4-1 et. seq.) that it shall immediately enter into an Executive Session to discuss a matter involving (1) a collective bargaining agreement, terms and conditions proposed for inclusion in such agreement and the negotiations of terms and conditions with employees or their representatives and (2) the employment, appointment, termination of employment, terms and conditions of employment, evaluation of performance, promotion or disciplining of any prospective or current public officer or employee. The information discussed at this meeting can be disclosed to the public only upon formal written request to the Secretary of the Board of Education at the next Work, Special, or Action meeting to disclose the information discussed.”

Motion Approved – All In Favor

Motion by Mr. Martin Second by Mr. DeGeorge

“That the Work Session Meeting of the Pitman Board of Education reconvenes in open session at 7:42 p.m.” Motion Approved – All In Favor

The meeting reconvened in open session with the following visitors: Bonnie Savage, Melissa Higbee, Jean Block, D. Higbee and Barry Owen. THE REGULAR MEETING 78 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

Moment of Silence was followed by the Salute to the Flag.

STATEMENT FOR REGULAR MEETING

Notice of this Regular Meeting of the Pitman Board of Education was mailed to the Gloucester County Times, posted at Borough Hall and a copy thereof delivered to the Pitman Borough Clerk. Further, notice was posted and filed as required by Law stating that the meeting would begin at 7:00 p.m. for Executive Closed Session followed by the Regular Meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Pitman High School Media Center. The President shall entertain any objections, with supporting reasons, to the conduct of this meeting on the grounds that it violates the Open Public Meetings Act.

PRESENTATIONS

- Recognition of Retired Board Solicitor - Mr. Samuel Bullock

Public Hearing (15 minutes)

- Jean Block asked the board to address the bullying policy which she stated was unclear. She asked the following:

1. Has there been training in classroom management and defusing situations in the classroom? 2. Is the staff working with conventional modes? 3. How are the parents informed about the policy? Could a survey be taken? 4. Could there be a focus group formed of parents, staff and administrators to review the policy?

Mrs. Todd asked Mr. Schulte to address the above questions. Mr. Schulte indicated that there is annual training for all staff members and that this past year it was provided either at the October or November staff in-service day. The training included bullying and harassing - could we do better, yes. In response to question two conventional models work and don’t work depending on the individual student; that no particular model is successful with all students. What our staff looks for is patterns to determine the best method. Mr. Schulte further indicated that through the strategic planning process suggestions were made with regards to implementing peer mediation programs. In response to questions 3 and 4 that informing and keeping parents involved is a legitimate request and that he would like to speak with Mr. Morris to begin the process of forming a focus group so that the district is communicating regularly with parents, students and administration. In addressing the need for a survey, Mr. Schulte stated that he believed that it should be left up to the focus group to decide how to address the situation. THE REGULAR MEETING 79 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

CORRESPONDENCE

- Kelly Jo Gripe – Thank You for acknowledgment of Volunteer of the Year - Mrs. Gerace’s Fifth Grade Class – Thank you for supporting the Clementon Lake Park Safety Patrol Trip - Various Students – Thank You for supporting the Clementon Lake Park Safety Patrol Trip - Pitman Police Department – Letter of opinion of level of security at sporting events

APPROVE MINUTES

Motion by Mrs. Todd Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve all minute motions as listed below with revisions to executive session minutes of June 7 to remove Mr. Owen’s name and insert Mr. Mollenhauer’s name:

“That the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Pitman Board of Education held Tuesday, May 16, 2006, approved as printed and the reading dispensed with.”

“That the minutes of the Annual Recognition Program of the Pitman Board of Education held Tuesday, June 6, 2006 are approved as printed and the reading dispensed with.”

“That the minutes of the Action Work Session of the Pitman Board of Education held Wednesday, June 7, 2006 are approved as printed and the reading dispensed with.”

"That the minutes of the Closed Sessions of the Pitman Board of Education held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 (7:00pm) and Wednesday, June 7, 2006 (7:09 pm and 10:25 pm) are approved as printed and the reading dispensed with." Motions Approved, All In Favor.

FINANCE & INSURANCE COMMITTEE

Motion by Mr. DeGeorge Second by Mr. Mollenhauer to approve the first six finance items as listed below:

"That all line-item transfers for May 31, 2006 be approved."

"That pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2A.10(d), the Board Secretary certifies that as of May 31, 2006 no budgetary line-item account has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6-20-2a.10(A)."

"That the Report of the Board Secretary for the accounting period May 2006, including the Current Budget Financial Statement is approved. The Pitman Board of Education further certifies that no major account or fund has been over-expended." THE REGULAR MEETING 80 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

"That all bills properly approved and certified be paid."

"That the Treasurer’s Report as of May 31, 2006 be accepted and note that it reconciles with the Board Secretary's report for the same period."

"That the following Financial Report as of May 31, 2006 be approved: Student Fund, Panther Club and Capitol Project Account.”

Motions Approved 4-0-0.

Motion by Mr. DeGeorge Second by Mr. Mollenhauer

“That the Pitman Board of Education establishes Petty Cash amounts as follows:

Superintendent - $75.00 High School - 75.00 High School Guidance - 50.00 Middle School - 75.00 Memorial School - 50.00 Child Study Team - 50.00 Walls School - 50.00 Kindle School - 50.00.”

Motion Approved 4-0-0.

Motion by Mr. DeGeorge Second by Mr. Hahn

“That the Superintendent of Schools and the Assistant Superintendent for Business be authorized to perform all transfers and payments required to close out the 2005/2006 school year.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education awards the maintenance and operational bid as prepared by Educational Data.”

Motion Approved 4-0-0. THE REGULAR MEETING 81 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

“That the Pitman Board of Education approve the Resolution directing the distribution of the Pitman Board of Education’s net required Surplus Funds held in trust by the Atlantic and Cape May counties Association of School Business official Joint Insurance Fund as on file in the Business Office and hereto attached to the minutes reflecting $10,098 to the Board’s share of the Fund’s Aggregate Excess Loss Contingency.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education authorizes a 3 year lease/purchase agreement with Commerce Bank in the amount of $100,000 at a rate of 4.75% for the purchase of computer equipment. Amortization schedule on file in the business office.

EDUCATION COMMITTEE

Mr. Mollenhauer reported student enrollment as of May 31, 2006:

Student Statistics for May 31, 2006:

Elem Middle High Dist. Alt. Total Bedside 5/31/05713 363 506 25 8 1,615 9 4/30/06724 356 495 28 6 1,609 1 5/31/06726 356 494 30 6 1,612 2

Suspensions 7 4 11

Reasons

Inappropriate Behavior 7 Truancy 4

Mr. Mollenhauer reported monthly Fire Drills on file in Board of Education Office: THE REGULAR MEETING 82 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

High School - 5/18/065/25/06

Middle School - 5/12/065/18/06

Kindle School - 5/09/065/30/06

Memorial School - 5/12/065/23/06

Walls School - 5/11/065/18/06

Motion by Mr. Mollenhauer Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve all property and supply items as listed below:

“That staff members successfully completing spring courses be approved for tuition reimbursement in accord with the negotiated agreement with the PEA.”

“That the Board of Education approve the following members of the Child Study Team to work a maximum of three days each during the summer, for a total of fifteen days, at their per diem rate, to meet the mandated obligation of providing evaluation plan meetings for newly referred students and to accept special requests, transfer student’s reports and preschool referrals:

Kathleen Baldino Karen Daly Rose Ann D’Arecca Daria Pitts Ron Herman”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the Extended School Year placements for eligible students, whose names are on file in the Business Office.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the following members of the Special Services Team to provide Extended School Year services. Stipend in accord with agreement with the PEA.

Mr. Thomas Clayton, Speech and Language Therapy Mrs. Christe Leakan, Reading Instruction Mrs. Alice DeTolla, Reading Instruction Mrs. Bonnie Savage, Math Instruction”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the Child Study Team to perform evaluations for new referrals as a result of children moving into the district and preschool handicapped children during the summer of 2006, at $200 per evaluation.”

“That Abbe Morris and Denise Pierce be approved to assist in the completion of summer evaluations for the Special Services Department up to 5 evaluations each, at $200 per evaluation.” THE REGULAR MEETING 83 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves Tracy DeAngelo and Desarea Weaver, as Learning Consultant externs from Rowan University to work with Karen Daly during the summer of 2006.”

“That the students whose names are on file in the Board of Education Office, who have been recommended by Special Services, be approved for out-of-district placements at the designated sites for the 2006/2007 school year.”

Motion by Mr. Mollenhauer, , Second by Mr. Hahn to table the following motion:

Suggested motion – “That the Pitman Board of Education purchase Pearson Prentice Hall Connected Math 2 materials for Grades 6 and 7 in the amount of $22,323.49.”

Motion to Table Approved 4-0-0.

ATHLETIC & EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve all athletic and extra-curricular activities items as listed below:

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the Fall Sports schedules for Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Soccer and Tennis for the 2006 fall season.”

“That Extra-Service Contracts be issued to the following for the 2006 Fall Sports Season:

Boys’ Soccer Head Coach Matthew Newcomb* Boys’ Soccer Asst. Coach Shea Murray* Boys’ Soccer Freshman Coach Tony Cappello* Cross Country Head Coach Robert Eck* Football Head Coach Sean Kahoun* Football Asst. Coach Mike Wichart Football Asst. Coach Gene Reid* Football Freshman Coach Jeff Smith* Football Volunteer Coach Joseph Ruggeri Girls’ Soccer Head Coach Nick Danze Girls’ Soccer Asst. Coach Melissa Higbee* Girls’ Tennis Head Coach Deborah Slenkamp Girls’ Tennis Volunteer Coach Thomas Slenkamp Field Hockey Head Coach Tracey Pinque* Field Hockey Asst. Coach Allison Rue THE REGULAR MEETING 84 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

Field Hockey Volunteer Coach Elizabeth Gibbs Weight Training – Fall Robert Rettig* Marching Band Director Michael Lynch* Marching Band Asst. Director Chrissy Fricke Marching Band Asst. Director Andrew Palmentieri* Percussion Instructor Michael Lynch*”

*denotes in house staff

Mr. DeGeorge commented that the district should look into the possibility of hiring an additional coach for tennis due to the numbers.

Motions Approved – All in Favor.

LEGISLATION & INTERNAL POLICIES COMMITTEE

Motion by Mr. Mollenhauer Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve all legislation & internal policies items as listed below:

“That new Policy #8505 School Nutrition is approved as a second and final reading.”

“That new Policy #8506 School Lunch Program Biosecurity Plan is approved as a second and final reading.”

“That new Policy #3125.1 Nepotism is approved as a second and final reading.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the Sidebar Agreement with the Pitman Education Association dated June 15, 2006 as hereto attached and on file in the business office.”

At this time board members present at the meeting verbally declared their relationship according to policy #3125.1 Nepotism as follows:

1. Mr. Robin Mollenhauer – disclosed that his wife, Joanne Mollenhauer, is employed as a part time instruction aide in the district. 2. Mr. Thomas Hahn – disclosed that his mother, Marsha Hahn, is employed as a media specialist at the high school and his brother, Andrew Hahn, is employed in the district in the maintenance department during the summer months and also as a substitute for maintenance/grounds during the school year. THE REGULAR MEETING 85 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

PROPERTY & SUPPLY COMMITTEE

No Motions

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge

“That the Pitman Board of Education accepts the retirement resignation of Samuel H. Bullock, Board Solicitor, effective June 30, 2006.”

Motion Approved – All In Favor.

“That the Pitman Board of Education accepts the resignation of Renee Howey, Instructional Aide at Memorial School, effective June 30, 2006.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education accepts the resignation of Michele Heine, Lunchroom Aide at Kindle School, effective June 30, 2006.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the Child Rearing Leave for Michelle Panchelli Cappello, beginning September 2006, using 20 sick days (if applicable) then using the New Jersey Family Medical Leave Act (total of 12 weeks) until January 26, 2007.”

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following motion: THE REGULAR MEETING 86 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the voluntary transfer of Aimee Casey from Kindergarten to Grade 2 at Kindle School for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.” Motion Approved 4-0-0.

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following motion:

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the voluntary transfer of Susan Cheadle from BSI Teacher to Reading Recovery Teacher at Walls School, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following motion:

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the voluntary transfer of Deborah Komand from Reading Recovery Teacher at Walls School to Reading Recovery Teacher at Kindle School, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following motions:

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the voluntary transfer of Kristin Schleher from Resource Center Teacher at Pitman Middle School to Multiply Disabled Teacher at Walls School, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves Linda Pramov, as Part-Time Kindergarten Teacher at Walls School, (pending receipt of proper certification) effective September 1, 2006, at an annual salary of $20,603, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves Janine Morrison, as Part-Time Kindergarten Teacher at Walls School, (pending receipt of proper certification) effective September 1, 2006, at an annual salary of $20,603, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves Laurie O’Donnell, as Part-Time Kindergarten Teacher at Kindle School, effective September 1, 2006, at an annual salary of $20,505, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves Sherrie Tulini, as Part-Time BSI Teacher at Walls THE REGULAR MEETING 87 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

School, (pending receipt of proper certification) effective September 1, 2006, at an annual salary of $20,505, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves Melanie Matthews, as Special Education Teacher at Pitman Middle School, (pending receipt of proper certification) effective September 1, 2006, at an annual salary of $57,057 (MA+45/Step 11), for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

Motion by Mr. Mollenhauer Second by Mr. DeGeorge

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the following extra-curricular appointments at the rate as negotiated with the Pitman Board of Education:

Marsha Hahn - Channel 19 - $3,197 Lynn Kelly - Teacher Sub Caller - 7,907 Leonard Sheridan - Printing for 06/07 SY - 8,140”

Motion Approved 3-0-1, Mr. Hahn Abstained.

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following personnel item as listed below:

Suggested motion – “That notice of continuation of employment be extended to the following Full- Time Special Education Instructional Aides, effective September 1, 2006, for the 2006/2007 school year, for student school days, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:

Deborah Vencius Memorial School Sandra Dalton Memorial School Janet Rainier Walls School Joyce Brewer Walls School Leslie Dove Middle School”

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following personnel item as listed below:

“That contracts be issued to the following Part-Time Instructional Aides, hours not to exceed 5.5 per day, effective September 1, 2006, for the 2006/2007 school year, for student school days, at the THE REGULAR MEETING 88 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006 recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:

Kristi Martin Memorial School Barbara Schmidt Memorial School Gail Martin Walls School Diana Joyce Walls School Janet McCarthy Middle School Corina Wilkins High School Joanne Mollenhauer High School”

Motion Approved 3-0-1, Mr. Mollenhauer Abstained

Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge to approve the following personnel items as listed below:

“That contracts be issued to the following Part-Time Instructional Aides at 3.5 hours per day, effective September 1, 2006, for the 2006/2007 school year, for student schools days, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:

Jennifer Strockbine Memorial School Stephanie Minuto Memorial School Sherry Kensil Memorial School Rose Willis Walls School”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the following individual for a summer maintenance position at a rate of $8.25 per hour at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.

Shea Murray”

WHEREAS, CONNIE L. OWENS has served twenty-eight years in education, twenty-three and one-half in the Pitman Schools as a Kindergarten Teacher at W.C.K. Walls School, and during that time has performed her duties in a manner which has been beneficial to the children of Pitman, the Pitman Board of Education, and to the community of Pitman; and

WHEREAS, she has constantly striven for professional growth, for the enrichment of students and staff, and the betterment of the school system; and

WHEREAS, she has given of her time and talents, and has worked effectively with hundreds of students during her tenure, and has manifested a spirit of cooperation with parents, administrators and colleagues; THE REGULAR MEETING 89 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on the occasion of her retirement, June 30, 2006, the Board of Education, of the Borough of Pitman, hereby expresses to CONNIE L. OWENS thanks and appreciation for her many years of dedicated service to the youth of Pitman, and sincerely wishes her many happy and healthful years of retirement, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be recorded in the minutes of this meeting and a copy thereof be delivered to Mrs. Owens.”

WHEREAS, JANE N. CATLIN has served twenty-eight and one-half years in the Pitman Schools, nineteen and one-half years as BSI Teacher at W.C.K. Walls School and nine years as Reading Recovery Teacher at Elwood Kindle School, and during that time has performed her duties in a manner which has been beneficial to the children of Pitman, the Pitman Board of Education, and to the community of Pitman; and

WHEREAS, she has given of her time and talents, and has worked effectively with hundreds of students during her tenure, and has manifested a spirit of cooperation with parents, administrators and colleagues;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on the occasion of her retirement, June 30, 2006, the Board of Education, of the Borough of Pitman, hereby expresses to JANE N. CATLIN thanks and appreciation for her many years of dedicated service to the youth of Pitman, and sincerely wishes her many happy and healthful years of retirement, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be recorded in the minutes of this meeting and a copy thereof be delivered to Mrs. Catlin.”

WHEREAS, DORINDA J. TIMBERMAN has served twenty-five years in education, twenty-four of which have been in the Pitman Schools as an Elementary School Teacher, two years at Summit School, two years at Pitman Middle Wing, three years at Memorial School, and seventeen years at Kindle School, and during that time has performed her duties in a manner which has been beneficial to the children of Pitman, the Pitman Board of THE REGULAR MEETING 90 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

Education, and to the community of Pitman; and

WHEREAS, she has given of her time and talents, and has worked effectively with hundreds of students during her tenure, and has manifested a spirit of cooperation with parents, administrators and colleagues;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on the occasion of her retirement, June 30, 2006, the Board of Education, of the Borough of Pitman, hereby expresses to DORINDA J. TIMBERMAN thanks and appreciation for her many years of dedicated service to the youth of Pitman, and sincerely wishes her many happy and healthful years of retirement, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be recorded in the minutes of this meeting and a copy thereof be delivered to Mrs. Timberman.”

WHEREAS, CHERYL K. REICHARDT has served twenty-five and one- half years in the Pitman Public School District, one-half year as a Title I Aide at Pitman Middle School, five years as Secretary to the Assistant Principal at Pitman High School and twenty years as Secretary to the Director of Guidance in the Pitman High School and during that time has performed her duties in a manner which has been beneficial to the operation of the Guidance Office, to the students of the Pitman School District, to the Pitman Board of Education, and to the community of Pitman; and

WHEREAS, she has given of her time and talents, and has worked effectively with the students and staff during her tenure, and has manifested a spirit of cooperation with administrators and colleagues;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on the occasion of her retirement, June 30, 2006, the Board of Education, of the Borough of Pitman, hereby expresses to CHERYL K. REICHARDT thanks and appreciation for her many years of dedicated service to the School District of Pitman, and sincerely wishes her many happy and healthful years of retirement, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be recorded in the minutes of this meeting and a copy thereof be delivered to Mrs. Reichardt.”

“That the following Resolution is adopted: THE REGULAR MEETING 91 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

WHEREAS, SAMUEL H. BULLOCK, ESQUIRE, has served twenty-two years in the Pitman Schools as the Board Solicitor for the Pitman School District, and during that time has performed his duties in a manner which has been beneficial to the children of Pitman, the Pitman Board of Education, and to the community of Pitman; and

WHEREAS, he has given of his time and talents, and has worked effectively with the Pitman Board of Education during his tenure, and has manifested a spirit of cooperation with parents, administrators and colleagues;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that on the occasion of his retirement, June 30, 2006, the Board of Education, of the Borough of Pitman, hereby expresses to SAMUEL H. BULLOCK, ESQUIRE, thanks and appreciation for his many years of dedicated service to the Pitman Board of Education, and sincerely wishes him many happy and healthful years of retirement, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be recorded in the minutes of this meeting and a copy thereof be delivered to Mr. Bullock.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves the appointment of Samuel H. Bullock, Esquire, as Board Solicitor, for the 2006/2007 school year effective July 1, 2006, at the rate of $120.00 per hour, as needed, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to offer employment during the months of July and August with board approval at the next available board meeting. The Superintendent will contact the Board President and Personnel Chairman.”

“That the Pitman Board of Education approves a one-year Leave of Absence (without benefits) for Christine Jones, School Nurse at Memorial School, for the 2006/2007 school year, at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.”

OLD BUSINESS

- Mrs. Todd addressed the strategic plan stating that

1. There are some things that we are already doing; however, does it meet our goals? 2. There are some goals that overlap and they should be tied together. 3. The board needs to consider adopting the plan so that the public knows that we are THE REGULAR MEETING 92 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

serious about the commitment.

Mrs. Todd further stated that in discussions with Gwen Thornton, Representative from New Jersey School Board Association, the board could adopt the plan up front based upon review and evaluation of the items presented or review the document during the summer and adopt in fall in totality or revised form.

Mr. DeGeorge stated he would like to show acknowledgement and become one of the tools for planning.

Mr. Hahn stated that he was in favor of accepting the plan pending review and further evaluation.

Mr. Mollenhauer suggested that the board let the other members and the new board member review and accept in July.

Mr. Schulte stated it would be appropriate that it was accepted with further review.

Mrs. Todd suggested that due to the number of board members that were unable to attend this evening and one position vacant that it would be appropriate to ask for a motion in July to accept the plan at the July meeting. Mrs. Todd further requested that Mr. Schulte provide to the board items that we are currently have and alternates and new initiatives that have been suggested by the strategic planning teams.

- Mrs. Todd addressed the members of the public stating that the board will not be interviewing the three candidates for the vacant position and that they will discuss the candidates at the July meeting and make an appointment.

- Mrs. Todd addressed the letter received from Chief Campbell regarding security at sporting events. She provided the board members history of the number of police at activities. She further stated that the Mayor has agreed to waive the additional $15.00 per hour per officer for the use of the vehicle; however, the fee per hour will increase from $50.00 to $65.00. At this time Mrs. Todd asked the board members for their input. Mr. Schulte discussed the 04-05 school year and that there were two officers at JV and Varsity boys and girls games. For the 05-06 school year Mr. Murschell negotiated that there would be one officer at girls and two at boy’s varsity only. He further stated that he sat with Chief Campbell and Captain Zimmerman about reducing the need to one at boy’s basketball and wresting and keeping the numbers the same for football games. He was told that the police would not agree.

Board members questioned the $15.00 administrative fee that increased the fee from $50.00 to $65.00. Mr. Schulte indicated that council passed this increase.

Discussion ensued by board. Mr. Bullock stated that the board is to send their requirements to THE REGULAR MEETING 93 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

the police and ask them to provide it. Mrs. Todd stated she will speak with Mr. Brewer about the board’s discussion and the use of staff for winter sports. However, if there is a special request that the district will submit accordingly.

NEW BUSINESS

- Mr. Schulte provided a construction update by building for the board members. He informed the board that the architect will be at the July 18th meeting for a more detailed update.

- Mr. Mollenhauer asked for the SRO sign to be taken down and given to Steve Ward.

- Mr. Schulte spoke to the athletic equipment that was thrown out and reported to him. He indicated that he has spoken to all the building principals and indicated to them that they need to be cognizant of what is going out in the trash.

- Mrs. Todd indicated that due to the retirement resignation of Mr. Bullock and the professional contract being offered that the policy needs to be amended to reflect his not being required to attend meetings.

PUBLIC HEARING (15 minutes)

No public comment.

EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION #2 – 9:38 PM

Moved by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge

BE IT RESOLVED by the Pitman Board of Education that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Law (NJSA 10:4-1 et. seq.) that it shall immediately enter into an Executive Session to discuss a matter involving the employment, appointment, termination of employment, terms and conditions of employment, evaluation of performance, promotion or disciplining of any prospective or current public officer or employee. The information discussed at this meeting can be disclosed to the public only upon formal written request to the Secretary of the Board of Education at the next Work, Special, or Action meeting to disclose the information discussed.”

Motion Approved – All In Favor Motion by Mr. Hahn Second by Mr. DeGeorge THE REGULAR MEETING 94 OF THE PITMAN BOARD OF EDUCATION JUNE 27, 2006

“ That the Work Session Meeting of the Pitman Board of Education reconvenes in open session at 10:15p.m.” Motion Approved – All In Favor

ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Mr. Hahn, Second by Mr. DeGeorge

“That the Regular Meeting of the Pitman Board of Education stand adjourned at 10:15 pm.”

Respectfully submitted,

Michele D. Roemer, Board Secretary ssa