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13079 June 12, 2018 BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC ACTION MEETING June 12, 2018 The public action meeting of the Bridgeton Board of Education was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mr. Bethea. Board Members present were David Gonzalez, Ashlee Todd, Tyrone Williams, Edward Bethea, Albert Morgan, Erica Mosley, Angelia Edwards, Mr. Kenny SmithBey Jr. (arrived at 7:15pm) and Mary Peterson. Also in attendance were Dr. Thomasina Jones, Superintendent, Dr. Robin Harden Daniels, Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Nicole M. Albanese, School Business Administrator, Ms. Aja Thomas, Human Resources Manager and Mr. Paul Kalac, Board Solicitor. Prayer was offered by Mr. Gonzalez. 1. OPENING ACTIVITIES/Mission Statement PUBLIC PARTICIPATION- Mr. Lynwood Mosley and Curt Morgan addressed the board requesting to use the BHS stadium field for the midget league with all fees waived. They presented their reasons and to benefit the kids. Mr. Curt Morgan thanked the board for allowing them to host last year. Explained that the cost of upkeep of the midget field is beyond the ability with their limited funds. Action: 1.7 RESOLUTIONS Motion by Mr. Gonzalez, second by Mr. Williams the following Resolutions: Authorizing Interlocal agreements between Bridgeton Board of Education and Vineland Board of Education under the name of Cumberland County Regional Transportation Cooperative. Retiree Resolution Motion carried, roll call vote was 5-2-1, with Mr. Bethea and Mr. Morgan voting no and Ms. Edwards abstaining. Information: 1.8 PRESENTATIONS – Dr. Jones introduced the Bulldogs of the Month from each school. The criteria for the award was posted for the audience to review. Each child received a plaque and incentive. Mrs. Michelle Brown from NJSBA presented an award to Mrs. Peterson for 10 years of service and one to Ms. Edwards for 20 years of service. Dr. Jones introduced Ms. Christine Garinger from NJ Council of Social Studies. The NJCSS Student Recognition Award was presented to Eric Riveria, Middle School Social Studies student of the year. Ms. Garinger talked about his character, traits and qualities that helped him win this award. Dr. Jones introduced Mr. Karl Brown as the recommended candidate for Principal of Indian Ave. School. Dr. Jones introduced Mr. Steven Maloney as the recommended candidate for Vice Principal of West Ave. School. Dr. Jones informed the Board about BHS gradation date and time. 3 of top 5 are pursuing engineering degrees. 13080 June 12, 2018 Dr. Jones informed the board that she spoke with representatives from Cumberland County College and they will be able to accommodate 50 students per grade to be housed on their campus for the Early College High School Program (gr. 9-12); we will not have to bring the program back to the BHS campus. Dr. Jones presented the monthly HIB Report: there were 12 substantiated and 15 unsubstantiated complaints. The reports were reviewed with the board along with the outcome. No changes were proposed by the board. Action, Minutes: 1.9 APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Public Action Meeting: May 2018 Regular & Executive Minutes Motion by Mr. Morgan, second by Ms. Mosley approving May 2018 Regular Public Action & Executive Meeting Minutes. Motion carried, roll call vote was 7-1, with Ms. Edwards abstaining. Information: 1.10 Committee Reports Personnel: Reviewed contracts and have additional meetings scheduled with BEA. Facilities: Discussed Roof project and tile replacement. Facility phone conference about ExCel expansion Finance: review lease requested to pursue early termination RFQ and insurance refund Action (Consent): 1.11 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS Resolution: Motion by Mr. Gonzalez, second by Mr. Morgan approving all consent agenda items. Motion carried, roll call vote was 8-0. 2. APPROVAL OF TEXTBOOKS/MATERIALS/CURRICULUM Action (Consent): 2.1 Board of Education Curriculum and Instruction Committee Approved Items - NONE Action (Consent): 2.2 Summer Math Running Records Curriculum Writing Resolution: Approved Summer Math Running Records Curriculum Writing August 20-25, 2018. Teachers will develop a framework for assessing, teaching and practicing math facts. 2 teachers from grades 2-4 or a master teacher; 5 days; 5 hours per day. Action (Consent): 2.3 BHS Search for Conscience Course Summer Curriculum Writing Resolution: Approved BHS Search for Conscience Course Summer Curriculum Writing. The revised writing period extends from July 5-August 3, 2018. Two teachers will work from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM during this time. Total compensation includes: 2 teachers at $31.00 an hour each for 48 hours. Per teacher compensation is $1488 x 2 teachers = $2976 13081 June 12, 2018 3. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Action (Consent): 3.1 The Leader in Me Global Education Summit Resolution: Approved Timothy Zoyac, Project Manager of Pathways 21st Century Afterschool Program and Derek Macchia, Principal at Buckshutem Road School to attend The Leader in Me Global Education Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah on July 30, 2018 -July 31, 2018. The cost of the professional development is $1,404.00 each Action (Consent): 3.2 Professional Development Training 2018 -2019 Resolution: Approved professional development training for BEA members. These trainings will be coordinated by the Office of Curriculum & Instruction and will take place between July 2, 2018 and June 28, 2019. All trainings will be held outside of the participants' contractual work day. Workshop development will focus on foundational practices that form the core of effective instruction. These trainings include: differentiated instruction, Guided Reading and Writing, Guided Math and math fluency strategies, the Orton Gillingham approach, Understanding by Design, classroom management, Socratic Seminar, strategies for culturally responsive instruction and strategies to support English Language Learners. Maximum participants per workshop is 25 at a maximum cost of $1700.00. The total program cost for the year is $45,000. Action (Consent): 3.3 BHS AP Statistics Professional Development Resolution: Approved Josiah McCarson, AP Statistics teacher, to attend the AP Statistics Summer Institute at Ocean County College on Monday, August 13 to Thursday, August 16, 2018 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Josiah McCarson $28.00 x 30 hours = $840.00 plus FICA (Total $904.26) Action (Consent): 3.4 BHS AP Biology Professional Development Resolution: Approved Susan Michaelson, AP Biology teacher, to attend the AP Biology Summer Institute at Ocean County Community College, August 13 - August 16, 2018 from 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM. $28.00 x 30 hours= $840.00 plus FICA (Total $904.26) Action (Consent): 3.5 Amistad 2018 Summer Curriculum Institute Resolution: Approved Ms. Veronica Boone-Gbesi, Language Arts Curriculum Supervisor, to attend Amistad 2018 Summer Curriculum Institute at Kean University on July 30 - August 2, 2018 (overnight). Cost: $843.00 (FEA Funds) and Travel: $100.00 (11-000-221-580-00-34). Action (Consent): 3.6 Reading, Literacy and Learning - IDA Conference Resolution: Approved Barbara Wilchensky, Director of Curriculum Language Arts, to attend the overnight Reading, Literacy, and Learning - IDA Conference in Mashantucket, Connecticut on October 24, 2018 through October 27, 2018. The total cost of the professional development is $1,430.00. 13082 June 12, 2018 Action (Consent): 3.7 Buckshutem Road School Lighthouse Team Summer Planning Resolution: Approved the Buckshutem Road School Lighthouse Team Summer Planning. The Lighthouse Team is made up of diversified Buckshutem Road School staff members that offer a variety of talents in helping to coordinate the synergistic efforts of our school's implementation of The Leader In Me. The purposes of the Lighthouse Team are to model, set vision and mission, establish pace, orchestrate school-level efforts, and coach. This summer planning will enable the Lighthouse Team to plan for the 2018-2019 in the areas of professional learning, student learning, family learning, leadership environment, shared leadership, and leadership events. The Lighthouse Team plan to meet July 24, 25, 26, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Action (Consent): 3.8 BHS EdConnect Assessment Writing Staff for Math Resolution: Approved BHS EdConnect Assessment Writing Staff for Math, July 7 - September 30, 2018. Math teachers with secondary certification will create tests in EdConnect for Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra 2 in alignment with PARCC and the current board approved assessments to provide immediate data to teachers on standards. Pending approval and funding of 2018-2019 BHS ASP. 3 Teachers x $31.00 x 70 hours = $6510. Action (Consent): 3.9 Training for the Understanding by Design Instructional Model Resolution: Approved two training sessions in the Understanding by Design Instructional Model that will be used to support curriculum writing during the summer of 2018. These trainings will be provided by Marguerite Lovett of Standards Solution during a half day on June 19 and an additional June date TBD. Mrs. Lovett will be training the district and BHS C&I teams on June 19. Master and RTI teachers will be included on the second day of training. The total cost of $2400.00 is to be taken from account #11-000-221-320-00-17. Action (Consent): 3.10 QML School Professional Development for Teachers - Bilingual/English Teachers Resolution: To rescind a previously approved professional training for teachers of Bilingual Learners at Quarter Mile Lane. The initial proposal was for Dr. Ayanna Cooper to conduct 13 days of training between March and June, 2018. This plan is being modified due to current district-related time constraints. The initial cost of services was $21,000. Action (Consent): 3.11 BHS EdConnect Assessment Writing Staff for English. Resolution: Approved BHS EdConnect Assessment Writing Staff for English, July 17 - September 30, 2018, English teachers with secondary certification will create tests in EdConnect for English 9, English 10 and English 11 in alignment with PARCC and the current board approved assessments to provide immediate data to teachers on standards. Pending approval and funding of 2018-2019 BHS ASP.