NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT 200 Hillvue Lane Pittsburgh, PA 15237

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

REGULAR MEETING

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NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL DIRECTORS’ CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS

FEBRUARY 18, 2015 –SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION – CAO BOARD ROOM

7:00 p.m. - DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

- SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION  Mid-year Human Resources Update  Adoption of Preliminary Budget

8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION

FEBRUARY 25, 2015 – REGULAR MEETING – CAO BOARD ROOM

7:00 p.m. - REGULAR MEETING  BWE, MES & MMS Renovation Update

8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION

MARCH 18, 2015 – SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION – CAO BOARD ROOM

7:00 p.m. - SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION  Approval of PlanCon F for BWE, MES & MMS

8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION

MARCH 25, 2015 – REGULAR MEETING – CAO BOARD ROOM

5:30 p.m. - DIVERSITY CONTEST WINNERS’ RECEPTION

7:00 p.m. - REGULAR MEETING  Diversity Report (written)  Education Technology Update

8:30 p.m. - EXECUTIVE SESSION

CURRICULUM REPORT

February 25, 2015

There are 3 items For Information Only.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY

I. STUDENT TEACHING REQUEST – REGULAR EDUCATION

The following student has requested a student teaching assignment in the North Allegheny School District during the 2014/2015 school year.

Student Teacher Dates Supervising Teacher Ashley Chiaramonte 2/23/15 - 4/10/15 Danielle Omasits La Roche College English NASH

Angela Winter 3/2/15 - 4/24/15 Lauren Donato Duquesne University Music FES

II. STUDENT TEACHING REQUEST – SPECIAL EDUCATION

The following student has requested a student teaching position in the North Allegheny School District, within the Special Education Department, during the second semester of the 2014/2015 school year.

Student Teacher Dates Supervising Teacher Jessica Finke 3/23/15 - 5/1/15 Miriam Petrini La Roche College Learning Support Teacher MCK

III. CLINICAL EXPERIENCE REQUEST - NURSING

The following student has requested a School Nursing Clinical Experience in the North Allegheny School District during the second semester of the 2014/2015 school year.

Student Dates Supervisor Kelly Dorsch 2/27/15 - 4/30/15 Mary Lynn Halapy Chatham University NASH School Nursing Department

FINANCE REPORT

February 25, 2015

There are 5 items for Board Action and 5 items For Information Only.

BOARD ACTION REQUESTED

I. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE APPROVAL LISTS

The Administration recommends approval of the following Accounts Payable lists:

A. Supplemental Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $9,040,321.53.

B. Accounts Payable list dated February 2015, in the amount of $109,684.20.

C. Supplemental Capital Reserve Fund Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $119,905.30.

D. Supplemental Technology Fund Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $0.00.

E. Supplemental 2000 NASH/Newman Stadium Construction Fund Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $0.00.

F. Supplemental CMS/IMS Construction Fund Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $0.00.

G. Supplemental Capital Financing Fund Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $80,708.80.

H. Supplemental Cafeteria Fund Accounts Payable list dated January 2015, in the amount of $522,934.28.

II. COLLATERAL SECURITY REPORTS - DEPOSITORIES

The Administration recommends the acceptance of the collateral securities reports submitted by PNC Bank and Citizens Bank for the quarter ended December 31, 2014.

III. STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS EXPENDITURES

The Administration recommends the Board's acknowledgement of the Student Activities expenditure listings for the months of October through December 2014.

IV. BUDGETARY TRANSFERS

The Administration recommends the approval of the following budgetary transfers within the framework of the 2014-2015 budget, in accordance with the provision of Section 687 of the School Laws of Pennsylvania:

FROM TO AMOUNT

2100-600 Supplies 2800-500 Other Purchased Svcs $ 55 Support Services-Pupil Personnel Support Services - Central

1100-600 Supplies 2600-600 Supplies $ 79 Regular Programs – Elem/Sec Operation & Maint of Plant Svcs

2300-600 Supplies 1100-600 Supplies $ 29 Support Services - Administration Regular Programs – Elem/Sec

2800-600 Supplies 2800-300 Purch Prof & Tech Svcs $ 3,250 Support Services - Central Support Services - Central

1100-600 Supplies 1100-300 Purch Prof & Tech Svcs $ 70 Regular Programs – Elem/Sec Regular Programs – Elem/Sec

2200-100 Salaries 1100-100 Salaries $ 2,658 Support Svcs – Instructional Staff Regular Programs – Elem/Sec

2800-500 Other Purchased Services 2800-700 Property $ 600 Support Services - Central Support Services - Central

1100-600 Supplies 2800-700 Property $ 200 Regular Programs – Elem/Sec Support Services - Central

2800-600 Supplies 2800-700 Property $ 200 Support Services - Central Support Services - Central

TOTAL TRANSFERS FOR THE MONTH 7,141 PERCENT OF TOTAL BUDGET 0.0051% TOTAL TRANSFERS YEAR TO DATE 35,782 PERCENT OF TOTAL BUDGET 0.0256%

V. BOND COUNSEL

The Administration recommends the approval of Dinsmore & Shohl LLP for Bond Counsel services for future bond issuances for the North Allegheny School District.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY

I. STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS PAYABLE APPROVAL LISTS

The Administration reports the following Student Activities expenditures for December 2014:

A. Carson Middle $ 12,719.16 B. Ingomar Middle 6,529.06 C. Marshall Middle 1,919.50 D. NA Intermediate 20,762.59 E. NA Senior High 47,928.49 F. NA Athletic 44,105.00

FOR INFORMATION ONLY (Continued) II. RECAPITULATION REPORT Balance as of January 31, 2015 45,387,376 February Payroll Estimate 5,100,000 Group Insurance Estimate 1,300,000 Utilities & Advance Payments 800,000 Accounts Payable Estimate 900,000 Social Security & Retirement Estimate 1,483,000 Sub Total 9,583,000 Total 35,804,376 III. EXPENDITURE/REVENUE 2014-15 FORECAST 7 MONTHS 2014-15 2014-15 ACTUALS + BUDGET 7 MONTHS FORECAST REVENUE TOTAL ACTUAL TOTAL VARIANCE LOCAL REVENUE 106,611,250 95,254,987 106,038,910 (572,340) STATE REVENUE 27,979,456 12,032,053 28,299,323 319,867 (1) FEDERAL REVENUE 1,707,233 (336,376) 1,703,348 (3,885) OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 3,241,159 3,285,269 3,285,269 44,110 TOTAL REVENUE 139,539,098 110,235,933 139,326,850 (212,248) EXPENDITURE 1000 SALARIES 67,310,967 32,631,515 66,399,216 911,751 (2) 2000 BENEFITS 35,393,086 19,977,978 34,263,723 1,129,363 (3) 3000 PROF SRVCS 3,332,843 1,360,433 3,317,475 15,368 4000 PURCH PROP SRVCS 3,927,387 2,149,196 3,696,734 230,653 5000 OTHER PURCH SRVCS 6,420,238 3,289,303 6,542,811 (122,573) 6000 SUPPLIES 3,869,915 2,039,056 3,791,608 78,307 7000 REPLACEMENT EQUIP 621,834 271,195 597,215 24,619 8000 OTHER OBJECTS 4,451,402 2,296,698 4,391,096 60,306 9000 OTHER FINANCING 14,211,426 10,736,425 14,209,747 1,679 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 139,539,098 74,751,799 137,209,625 2,329,473 * Budget Estimates are based on past year(s) average. Some variances may occur due to timing differences from year to year. (1) Includes Ready to Learn Block Grant additional allocation and other grants positive variances. (2) Includes savings in facilities due to unpaid leave, special education assistants currently lower than budgeted, professional salaries savings due to child rearing leaves and lower than budgeted amounts. (3) Includes savings from decrease in estimate of medical rate increase. Designated/ Assigned Undesignated FUND BALANCE AS OF JUNE 30, 2014 8,609,938 8,715,860 LESS FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATION TO BUDGET (3,241,159) - ESTIMATED 2014-15 REVENUES LESS EXPENDITURES (227,250) 2,344,475 PROJECTED FUND BALANCE AS OF JUNE 30, 2015 5,141,529 11,060,335

FOR INFORMATION ONLY (Continued) IV. CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RELATED INTEREST INCOME AS OF JANUARY 31, 2015

12/31/2014 01/31/2015 ENDING NET ENDING BALANCE CHANGE BALANCE GENERAL FUND PNC BANK * $ 51,719,749.75 $ (6,332,373.46) $ 45,387,376.29 PSDLAF * 6,589.62 0.01 6,589.63 PLGIT * 860,052.74 - 860,052.74 WEST VIEW SAVINGS * 51,981.95 4.23 51,986.18 FEDERATED INVESTORS 113,634.75 0.93 113,635.68 TOTAL $ 52,752,008.81 $ (6,332,368.29) $ 46,419,640.52

*Includes term investments - may involve penalty for early withdrawal. These investments do not include accrued interest. CAFETERIA FUND FIRST NATIONAL BANK $ 1,391,168.86 $ (254,560.12) $ 1,136,608.74 PSDLAF 16,332.18 0.07 16,332.25 STUDENT ACCOUNT BALANCES (192,674.83) TOTAL $ 1,407,501.04 $ (254,560.05) $ 960,266.16 CAPITAL RESERVE FUND PNC CAPITAL RESERVE FUND $ 6,857,024.22 $ (113,854.00) $ 6,743,170.22 PROJECTS ENCUMBERED NET OF TRANSFERS $ (978,911.08) REMAINING BALANCE $ 5,764,259.14 TECHNOLOGY FUND PLGIT $ 583,421.73 $ 8.77 $ 583,430.50 PROJECTS ENCUMBERED $ (301,142.31) REMAINING BALANCE $ 282,288.19 NASH/NEWMAN STADIUM CONSTRUCTION PNC 300 NASH CONSTRUCTION FUND $ 7,944.73 $ 0.33 $ 7,945.06 PROJECTS ENCUMBERED $ (16,999.99) REMAINING BALANCE $ (9,054.93) CMS/IMS CONSTRUCTION FUND PNC CMS/IMS CONSTRUCTION FUND $ 101,233.10 $ 4.16 $ 101,237.26 PROJECTS ENCUMBERED $ (72,065.48) REMAINING BALANCE $ 29,171.78 CAPITAL FINANCING FUND US BANK CAPITAL FINANCING FUND $ 92,645.27 $ (15,932.78) $ 76,712.49 PROJECTS ENCUMBERED $ (81,968.11) REMAINING BALANCE $ (5,255.62) SWAPTION FUND PNC SWAPTION FUND $ 5,228,905.84 $ 324,899.86 $ 5,553,805.70 NEWMAN STADIUM PSDLAF $ 88,859.63 $ 0.37 $ 88,860.00 GRAND TOTAL $ 67,119,544.37 $ (6,391,801.63) $ 60,727,742.74

FOR INFORMATION ONLY (Continued)

V. SUMMARY OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2014

BANK ACCOUNTS - STATUS CMS IMS MMS NAI NASH NASH STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES STUDENT ACTIVITIES

CASH BALANCE - 11/30/2014 $42,074.87 $65,905.41 $52,979.74 $113,785.41 $311,726.99 $89,335.39 DEPOSITS - DECEMBER 2014 12,254.93 12,885.39 4,496.59 15,177.75 33,471.53 26,053.19 SUBTOTAL 54,329.80 78,790.80 57,476.33 128,963.16 345,198.52 115,388.58

EXPENDITURES - DECEMBER 2014 12,719.16 6,529.06 1,919.50 20,762.59 47,928.49 44,105.00 CASH BALANCE - 12/31/2014 $41,610.64 $72,261.74 $55,556.83 $108,200.57 $297,270.03 $71,283.58

PLUS $ IN: PLGIT MM $472.60 $971.40 $4,703.52 $4,251.62 $88,123.16 $2,545.04

DEPOSITORY BANK COLLATERAL PENNSYLVANIA POOL REPORT

January 31, 2015

Total Public Deposits Covered by ACT 72 Pool: $1,931,789,929

Total FHLB Letter of Credit: $2,500,000,000 Total Securities Market Value: $ 0 $2,500,000,000

The collateral covers the total amount of public funds on deposit with PNC Bank, NA after FDIC coverage and is in compliance with the requirements specified under ACT 72 at the opening of each business day.

All time and savings deposits owned by a public unit and held by the same official custodian in an insured depository institution within the State in which the public unit is located are added together and insured up to $250,000. Separately, all demand deposits owned by a public unit and held by the same official custodian in an insured depository institution within the State in which the public unit is located are added together and insured up to $250,000

The securities custodian for the Act 72 Pool is the Federal Reserve Bank. Issuer of the Letter of Credit is the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh.

Should you have any questions, please contact your Account Representative.

A member of The PNC Financial Services Group Three PNC Plaza 225 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 15222 2707

HUMAN RESOURCES REPORT

February 25, 2015

SPECIAL EDUCATION AND PUPIL SERVICES REPORT

There are 8 items for Board Action and 1 item For Information Only. tember 25, 2013 BOARD ACTION REQUESTED

I. RESIGNATION(S)

The Administration recommends approval of the following Resignation(s):

Robert Guiden Bus Driver, Transportation Retirement Effective 3/2/15 25 Years @ NA

Jennifer Marnik Biology/Chemistry, NAI Resignation Effective 4/24/15

Walt Sieminski Principal, NASH Retirement Effective 6/30/15 23 Years @ NA

II. APPOINTMENT(S)

The Administration recommends approval of the following Appointment(s):

Confidential

Bill Graper Custodial Services Consultant, Facilities $250/day Effective 2/3/15 – 6/30/15 (As needed, 3 days per week)

Professional

Dennis Brayley Special Education Consultant $50/hour Effective 8/28/14 (not to exceed $2,500)

The Administration recommends approval of the following Professional Substitute(s) to work on an as-needed basis starting at $80.00/day.

Katey Yurchick

Paraprofessional

Kathryn Thompson Nurse Assistant, NAI/PES $16.10/hr. Effective 2/16/15-6/11/15 Class II-A (for L. Nard) 7 Hours/Day 190 Days/Yr.

The Administration recommends approval of the following Paraprofessional Substitute(s) to work on an as-needed basis starting at $8.50/hour.

Mary Martin

Classified

Tracy Koebnick Substitute Bus Driver, Transportation $14.86/hr. (for W. Grom) Effective 2/9/15

Joseph Lyons Substitute Bus Driver, Transportation $14.86/hr. (for R. Houck) Effective 2/9/15

The Administration recommends approval of a wage increase for the following Classified Employee(s) based on anniversary date of hire: EFFECTIVE FROM TO DATE Jeffrey Mundy $23.45/hr. $24.75/hr. 1/2/15 Ed Murphy $23.45/hr. $24.75/hr. 11/7/14 Christina Smith $19.47/hr. $20.61/hr. 3/17/15

Ben Hugo Transfer from Utility Custodian, $13.31/hr. Facilities to Utility Maintenance, Facilities Effective 2/9/15 (for B. Thompson)

III. WAGE/STATUS CHANGE(S)

Professional

The Administration recommends approval of a change from the day-to-day substitute rate to $159.74 for Tami Dixon, substituting at CMS. The effective date for this change is 12/9/14.

The Administration recommends approval of a change from the day-to-day substitute rate to $159.74 for Cassidy Kavanagh, substituting at NASH. The effective date for this change is 2/2/15. The Administration recommends approval of a change from the day-to-day substitute rate to $159.74 for Andrew Blumer, substituting at MMS. The effective date for this change is 1/27/15.

IV. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT(S) FOR ADDITIONAL EDUCATION

The Administration recommends approval of Tuition Reimbursement(s), in accordance with the Administrative Compensation and Performance Plan, dated July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2018, for:

AMOUNT Christopher Shute, MCK $5,028.00

V. MOU – PARAPROFESSIONAL NURSE ASSISTANT COMPENSATION

The Administration recommends that the Board accepts and approves the Memorandum of Understanding Agreement between the North Allegheny Federation of Teachers Paraprofessional Chapter, pursuant to the terms and conditions as presented.

VI. HONORARIA

The Administration recommends approval of the following Honoraria Application(s):

PROJECT PERIOD Michelle Backauskas NAL – IMS 11/24/14 – 3/31/15 $1,000.00 Jackie Bishop GOLD Advisor 12/2/14 – 3/1/15 $ 833.00 Fran Halley GOLD Advisor 12/2/14 – 3/1/15 $ 833.00 Crystal Kiray GOLD Advisor 12/2/14 – 3/1/15 $ 833.00 Darla Stokes ASAP – IMS 2nd Sem.* 1/20/15 – 6/1/15 $ 525.00*

*C. DiSabato was originally approved for the honoraria at the October 15, 2014 School Board Meeting for the period 9/25/14 – 6/1/15. Because Ms. DiSabato’s substitute position ended first semester, Darla Stokes replaced her second semester. No additional cost to District.

VII. RATIFICATION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

The Administration recommends that the Board accepts and approves the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the North Allegheny School District and the North Allegheny Federation of Teachers, American Federation of Teachers, Local 2097, AFL- CIO, pursuant to the amendments to the contract and the terms and conditions, as presented. The effective dates of the agreement are July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2020.

VIII. SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT(S)

The Administration recommends approval of the following Spring 2015 Supplemental Contract(s):

* Not a District Employee 1 First Time Supplemental Contract Holder for a specific contract (s) One contract shared by more than one person

Supplemental Contract Resignations/Cancellations

Shannon Connor Middle School Lacrosse Coach (F) $2,940.00 1*Eric Harbison CMS Baseball Assistant Coach Volunteer

Supplemental Contract Additions/Changes

1*Elizabeth Bright Jr. High Volleyball Assistant Coach (F) Volunteer 1*Eric Harbison IMS Baseball Assistant Coach $2,000.00 1*Michael Jeffrey Mitchell IMS Baseball Assistant Coach $2,600.00

FOR INFORMATION ONLY

I. EEO AND TITLE IX OFFICER/COORDINATOR

The District’s EEO and Title IX Compliance Officer/Coordinator is Dr. L. Jo Welter, Director of Human Resources.

For more information, please contact:

EEO and Title IX Compliance Officer 200 Hillvue Lane - Pittsburgh PA 15237 412.369.5416

PROPERTY AND SUPPLIES REPORT

February 25, 2015

There are 10 items for Board Action and 1 item For Information Only.

BOARD ACTION REQUESTED

I. SUBMISSION OF PLANCON PARTS D AND E FOR THE PROJECTS AT BRADFORD WOODS ELEMENTARY, MARSHALL ELEMENTARY AND MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOLS

The Administration recommends the approval and submission of PlanCon Part D, “Project Accounting Based on Estimates” and Part E, ”Design Development,” for the projects at Bradford Woods Elementary, Marshall Elementary and Marshall Middle Schools to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

The complete documents will be attached to the Official Minutes.

For Information These submissions are the next steps in the approval process of these projects by the Department of Education. The submission of this information is required to receive reimbursement for these projects.

II. LAWN MAINTENANCE SERVICES CONTRACT TERMINATION

The Administration recommends that the contract with Steel City Landscaping, Inc. to provide Lawn Maintenance Services at all of the District’s facilities, for a term of March 1, 2014 to November 30, 2017, be terminated, effective March 1, 2015.

For Information The specifications for this work have been modified and this work was rebid.

III. BID AWARD – ATHLETIC FIELD LAWN MAINTENANCE SERVICES

The Administration recommends that the Unit Prices submitted by Funyak Landscapes L.P. to provide Athletic Field Lawn Maintenance Services at all of the District’s facilities, for a term of March 1, 2015 to November 30, 2018, be accepted as the lowest responsible bidder, meeting all specifications. The total yearly costs are noted below.

March 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015 – July 1, 2016 – July 1, 2017 – July, 2018 – June 30, 2015 June 30, 2016 June 30, 2017 June 30, 2018 November, 2018 $18,414.00 $35,805.00 $36,855.00 $37,975.00 $18,445.00

For Information The yearly costs are calculated by using the unit prices submitted for weekly service. Any additional services required shall be in accordance with the Unit Prices submitted.

IV. BID AWARD – GENERAL LAWN MAINTENANCE SERVICES

The Administration recommends that the Unit Prices submitted by Niggel Lawn Care, LLC to provide General Lawn Maintenance Services at all of the District’s facilities, for a term of March 1, 2015 to November 30, 2018, be accepted as the lowest responsible bidder, meeting all specifications. The total yearly costs are noted below.

March 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015 – July 1, 2016 – July 1, 2017 – July, 2018 – June 30, 2015 June 30, 2016 June 30, 2017 June 30, 2018 November, 2018 $49,259.00 $91,481.00 $100,587.00 $108,039.62 $62,330.55

For Information The yearly costs are calculated by using the unit prices submitted for weekly service. Any additional services required such as tree and shrub trimming, weed control, detention pond maintenance, mulch application, and cutting of additional areas such as cross country trails, courtyards, hillsides, etc. shall be in accordance with the Unit Prices submitted.

V. REVISED BID AWARD – SNOW PLOWING AND SALTING SERVICES AT MARSHALL ELEMENTARY AND MARSHALL MIDDLES SCHOOLS

The Administration recommends the revision of the bid award for the following contractors for the Snow Plowing and Salting Services for a term from July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015, as the lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications.

CONTRACTOR SCHOOL YEAR Plowing Salting Playground Tom Jones Construction Marshall Elementary and (From) 2014/15 $410.00 $445.00 $50.00 Marshall Middle Schools (To) 2014/15 $425.00 $460.00 $50.00

VI. PEEBLES ELEMENTARY AND NAI REPLACE GLYCOL CONSULTANT

The Administration recommends the acceptance of the proposal from CJL Engineering for a not to exceed cost of $10,560 to prepare the necessary plans and specifications and provide the necessary construction oversight services for the replacement of the existing glycol in the chilled and hot water systems at Peebles Elementary and in the hot water system at NAI.

For Information This project was included as part of the 2015/16 Capital Funding Plan. Any additional services required shall be done in accordance with the hourly rates provided with their proposal.

VII. MCKNIGHT ELEMENTARY AND NAI REPLACE EXTERIOR LIGHTS CONSULTANT

The Administration recommends the acceptance of the proposal from Tower Engineering for a not to exceed cost of $9,844 to prepare the necessary plans and specifications and provide the necessary construction oversight services for the replacement of the existing exterior lights with LED lights at NAI and at McKnight Elementary.

For Information This project was included as part of the 2015/16 Capital Funding Plan. Any additional services required shall be done in accordance with the hourly rates provided with their proposal.

VIII. MCKNIGHT ELEMENTARY AND NAI PAVING SEALING AND REPAIRS CONSULTANT

The Administration recommends the acceptance of the proposal from Richard P. Rauso, ASLA for a not to exceed cost of $3,520 to prepare the necessary plans and specifications and provide the necessary construction oversight services for the repairs and sealing of the driveway at NAI and playground paving at McKnight Elementary.

For Information This project was included as part of the 2015/16 Capital Funding Plan. Any additional services required shall be done in accordance with the hourly rates provided with their proposal.

IX. NASH BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL FIELD RESTROOMS CONSULTANT

The Administration recommends the acceptance of the proposal from Edward Meinert, AIA for a not to exceed price of $16,100.00 to prepare the necessary plans and specifications and provide the necessary construction oversight services for the construction of the restrooms for the Baseball and Softball Fields at NASH.

For Information Any additional work that would be required to support this work would be done in accordance with the unit prices and hourly rates provided with the proposals.

X. APPROVAL OF PLANCON PART A – PROJECT JUSTIFICATION & PLANCON PART B – SCHEMATIC DESIGN FOR RENOVATIONS AT BRADFORD WOODS, MARSHALL ELEMENTARY AND MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOLS

The Administration recommends the acceptance of the approval letters for the PlanCon Part A, “Project Justification” and PlanCon Part B, “Schematic Design”, for the proposed renovations at Bradford Woods Elementary, Marshall Elementary and Marshall Middle Schools from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

The complete approval letter will be attached to the Official Minutes.

For Information This information was forwarded to the Department of Education for their review and approval in January 2015. The approval of this information is required to receive reimbursement for this project.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY

I. DONATION – PIANO

The Administration recommends acceptance of a donation for a piano from Ronald Vrana to Ingomar Elementary School. The value of the piano is $750.00. The donation will be used to enhance the music program at Ingomar Elementary School.

SPECIAL EDUCATION AND PUPIL SERVICES REPORT

February 25, 2015

There are 4 items for Board Action.

BOARD ACTION REQUESTED

I. STUDENT SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

The Administration recommends approval of the Settlement Agreement between Student #218438 and his Parents, as presented, and authorizes the Administration to take all steps in accordance therewith.

II. ADDITIONAL ENROLLMENT CONTRACT WITH THE EDUCATION CENTER AT WATSON INSTITUTE

The Administration recommends acceptance of the enrollment contract between North Allegheny School District and The Education Center at Watson Institute for the education of one additional student, #226587, for the remainder of the 2014-2015 school year. The annual tuition cost for educational services is $42,858.00 per student and will be pro-rated to the start date of January 26, 2015.

III. ADDITIONAL HEALTH SERVICES CONTRACT WITH BADAYA HOUSE HEALTH CARE, INC.

The Administration recommends agreement of the Health Services Contract between North Allegheny School District and Badaya Home Health Care, Inc. to provide skilled nursing services for student #226619 placed at the New Horizons School. Badaya Home Health Care, Inc. will provide a nurse during transportation and throughout the school day at a cost of $44.00 per hour. The contract will begin February 17, 2015.

IV. ADDITIONAL ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE BEAVER VALLEY INTERMEDIATE UNIT’S NEW HORIZON SCHOOL

The Administration recommends acceptance of the agreement between North Allegheny School District and The Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit for the education of one additional student #226619 attending the New Horizons School for the remainder of the 2014-2015 school year. The annual tuition cost for educational services is $38,900.00 per student and will be pro-rated to the start date of February 17, 2015.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES REPORT

February 25, 2015

There are 5 items for Board Action and 2 items For Information Only.

BOARD ACTION REQUESTED

I. WAIVER OF BOARD POLICY #3330 – STUDENT FIELD TRIPS

The Administration recommends waiver of Board Policy #3330 and approval of the Orchestra students attending the PMEA All-State Orchestra Festival (listed below) during the period of March 25 through March 28, 2015. The students will be missing three (3) consecutive days of school.

II. THE PMEA ALL-STATE ORCHESTRA FESTIVAL - HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA

The Administration respectfully requests permission for the North Allegheny Orchestra students to travel to the PMEA All-State Orchestra Festival from Wednesday, March 25, 2015 through Saturday, March 28, 2015 to participate in the PMEA All-State Orchestra Festival in Hershey, PA. There will be 8 students participating in this trip.

III. STEMINISM VISIT TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY – KENT, OHIO

The Administration respectfully requests permission for students at NAI and NASH to travel to Kent State University in Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 to attend a STEM event which is scheduled around Women’s History Month. Transportation costs will be funded through the Alcoa Grant. Approximately 35-40 students will participate in this trip.

IV. WAIVER OF BOARD POLICY #3330 – STUDENT FIELD TRIPS

The Administration recommends waiver of Board Policy #3330 and approval of the students attending the State FBLA State Leadership Conference and Competition, in Hershey, Pennsylvania during the period of Monday, April 13 through Wednesday, April 15, 2015. The students will be missing three days of school.

V. NORTH ALLEGHENY HIGH SCHOOL FBLA GROUP – STATE FBLA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE AND COMPETITION – HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA

The Administration respectfully requests permission for the North Allegheny High School FBLA Chapter to travel to the State Leadership Conference and Competition in Hershey, Pennsylvania from Monday, April 13 through Wednesday, April 15, 2015 to participate in the State Leadership Conference and Competition. There will be 26 students participating in this trip.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY

I. NASH NEWS – as reported by John Gnalian

The NASH Physical Education Department is hosting our 21st annual Central Blood Bank Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 11, 2015. In class, students will become knowledgeable about blood physiology, facts, and the donation process before they are asked to consider donating.

Best Buddies plans to have its monthly activity day at North Park Ice Skating Rink. It is sure to be a great time for all. In addition, individual matches continue to do activities together that they both enjoy.

The Interact Club held a loose change drive to benefit a Rwandan charity. They raised over $2000 on February 6th, doubling their goal.

2015 National Merit Scholarship Competition- 28 semifinalist have advanced to finalists in the this year’s National Merit Scholarship:

Lauren E. Brendel Samantha J. Heller Naria S. Quazi Songela W. Chen David B. Henderson Benjamin J. Radock Perry W. Cheng Jason C. Hu Rahul R. Rao John L. Curcio Audrey D. Immonen Michael Tai Marisa H. DelSignore Biprateep S. Kundu Sean H. Tao Abhilash Dhanvada Madeleine M. Lambert Lena Vodovotz Jacquelyn Z. Du Jason Y. Lin Jacob A. Vries Sean A. Geiger Victor Y. Mao Rohan Yadav Emily S. He Sarthak Mattagajasingh Bernice Yu Catherine Zhang

Student Council is hosting the annual MORP dance on Saturday, February 14th. Members have been staying after school to construct palm trees and animal-print archways for the “Born to Be Wild” theme.

Key Club is holding a carnation sale for Valentine’s Day. They are also holding the “Teens for Jeans” clothing drive in an effort to collect jeans for homeless teenagers. Members have also been volunteering at the Ronald McDonald house twice a month.

STEMINISM will have a table setup at this year’s G.O.L.D. (Girls Overnight Leadership Development) event for middle school girls.

NA Softball is raising money for an NAI teacher who has been diagnosed with cancer. They are selling bracelets during lunch periods for $3 and $5 dollars. One-hundred percent of the proceeds will go directly to her treatment.

II. NAI NEWS – as reported by Andrew Turzai

Speech and Debate: In the month of January, the Speech and Debate team attended the Deer Lakes, Mercer Rotary, YSU, and Pine-Richland Tournaments. The team also hosted their own tournament at NASH and NAI on January 10th. The team had their biggest tournaments of the year in February. The first weekend of February (2/7) was the Knoch Knights Tournament. The following weekend (2/13) was one of the most important team tournaments: the Harvard Invitational and Bethel Park tournament. A majority of the team attended either of these tournaments. The West Allegheny Tournament is on February 21st. And finally, a few selected members of the team will be sent to state qualifiers to represent our team on February 28th.

NAI Class Council: During the month of February, Class Council plans on presenting at the G.O.L.D. program on February 27th. The girls on the NAI Class Council will be talking to the 8th graders about the importance of leadership and STEM in high school. The club has been doing a great job with staying organized.

Duquesne English Festival: Members of the club have continued to read and come up with questions for their upcoming competition in May. They will have another group meeting on Friday, February 27.

Astronomy: Membership is growing, thanks to the club’s hard work by hanging posters throughout NAI. Their next meeting is on Wednesday, March 4. They are planning on doing more activities with the club, such as projects, learning about astronomy, and perhaps taking a field trip or having a Star Party later in the year. Along with that, Nick Krivacs was appointed Vice President of the club, looking to move the club in a positive direction.

Multi-Cultural Clubs: Membership is growing, thanks to the club’s hard work by hanging posters throughout NAI. They are planning to create a bulletin board detailing student dreams as a way to celebrate Black History month and diversity. Mr. McClelland has been very supportive in helping the club with this project. Also, every Friday, the club has been announcing a trivia question in which the first person to get it correct wins a prize.

Spring Play: Rehearsals came to a close as the cast and crew had their dress rehearsals on February 9th and 10th. The Senior Citizen’s show was on February 11th with shows on February 12th, 13th, and 14th. The cast and crew were excited for their performances. The play was double-casted this year, so there was the opportunity for more students to be involved.

Best Buddies: Last month, Best Buddies held a movie event that many members attended. This month, the Best Buddies club is having another movie, snacks, and games at NASH after school. Many members of Best Buddies have been meeting with their buddy about once a month. It has had a great impact on many students of NAI and NASH.

NJHS: All focus for NJHS has shifted towards their long-term service project. Their project, which was just recently announced, is to raise money to build a well for an African village. Officers have met multiple times to plan how to raise money, and they have determined that multiple fundraisers, including a penny war and a dodgeball tournament, might work best. To organize these events for this long-term service project, a "Water Committee" was formed, which meets multiple times a month to plan and discuss the logistics of such events. The officers met with Dr. Hyland to present their plan, and he outlined what the next steps towards the launch of this event are. In preparation for a school-wide campaign, the officers will be presenting their plan to NAI staff at the February 12th faculty meeting. NJHS officers have met with the gym teachers to discuss the logistics of the dodgeball tournament. The gym teachers approved the officer’s plan, and the officers presented the plan to Dr. Hyland, which was approved. The tournament will be held April 1. In addition, every NJHS member at the last NJHS meeting signed up for a committee: Media/Advertising, Registration/Signups, Community/Outside Support, and Logistics/Communication with staff. Committees will begin to meet independently to complete tasks within the next week. During the February faculty meeting, officers will present their plan to the teachers.

Ping Pong Club: The Ping Pong Club has been averaging about 60 people each week and is going to have a tournament sometime this month. Mr. Winschel has been doing a great job leading the club, bringing many students to the club’s events.

Student Council: Members of Student Council have been doing a great job working with one another. Officers have been having their committee meetings once a month. The Fundraising Committee is currently selling “Data Match’s” this week, which has helped Student Council increase its revenue. Student Council is on its way to another great semester.

TRANSPORTATION REPORT

February 25, 2015

There is 1 item For Information Only.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY

I. BUS ACCIDENT

Bus #8 was involved in a minor accident on January 20, 2015 while traveling on Highview Court in McCandless. An unoccupied car was parked in a driveway that slid down the driveway and struck the bus. The two students onboard the bus were not injured. Both vehicles had slight damage. A police report was filed.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

February 25, 2015

There are 3 items for Board Action.

BOARD ACTION REQUESTED

I. PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR REQUESTS

The Superintendent respectfully requests that the Board honor the following professional seminar requests:

Name Conference Date Amount

Sarah Lavelle Pennsylvania Music Educators 3/12- $ 490.04 (NASH) Association Western Region 3/13/2015 Orchestra Sponsor: PMEA Erie, PA

Sherri Ludwig Commonwealth Budget Seminar 3/19/2015 $ 85.58 Lynn Reaghard Sponsor: PASBO $ 85.58 (CAO) Mars, PA

Christine Bruce Current Perspectives on Assessment 3/20/2015 $ 50.00* (IES) & Treatment of Childhood Apraxia & Other Speech Disorders Sponsor: Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA

Laura Senneway Teaching & Learning in the 21st 3/20/2015 $ 69.00 (BW) Century: Creating Innovative Matthew Babusci Classrooms $ 69.00 Kristen Zaccari Sponsor: Robert Morris University $ 69.00 (MES) Moon Township, PA Jenna Cornell $ 69.00 (PES) Leslie Garvin $ 69.00 Kelly Oates $ 69.00 (CMS) Dana Oliver $ 69.00 (NASH)

James Bradley 2015 Pennsylvania Department of 3/22- $ 400.00 Catherine Colalella Education Data Summit-Moving 3/25/2015 $ 682.30 Robert Scherrer Beyond Compliance: Getting Value $ 800.00 (CAO) Out of Data Sponsor: PA Department of Education Hershey, PA

Shawn Bornes Winter 2015 Certified Pool Operator 3/24- $ 295.00 Frank Toy Course 3/25/2015 $ 295.00 (Facilities) Sponsor: Superior Pool Products, LLC West Homestead, PA

Karen Dobda STEM: Creating a Regional Model 3/25/2015 $ 91.15 (MMS) for Economic and Workforce Cynthia Yingling Development $ 84.02 (NASH) Sponsor: Pittsburgh Business Times Pittsburgh, PA

Lauren English Common Ground: Creating a 3/25/2015 $ 155.25* (FES) Common Community Where All Amy Romac Belong $ 155.25* Kiley Seasoltz Sponsor: PEAL Center $ 155.25* (MES) Monroeville, PA Megan Esterheld $ 155.25* Jeff Hutchison $ 155.25* (MMS)

Stephen Baldanzi 2015 PMEA Annual In-Service 3/25- $ 985.00 (NAI) Conference 3/28/2015 Sponsor: PMEA Hershey, PA

Alyssa Roberts Helping Student Meet or Exceed the 3/27/2015 $ 235.00 Ryan Gabos Common Core State Standards in $ 235.00 (IMS) Mathematics Sponsor: Bureau of Education & Research Pittsburgh, PA

Lisa Allen PA Association of School Nurses & 3/27- $ 527.73 (MES) Practitioners Annual Ed Conference 3/29/2015 Sponsor: PA Association of School Nurses State College, PA

Chris Sestili Future Business Leaders of America 4/13- $ 590.00 Cindy Yingling State Conference 4/15/2015 $ 590.00 (NASH) Sponsor: PA FBLA Hershey, PA

Matthew Kohler Technology Student Association 4/15- $ 103.80 Nick Vorrasi State Conference 4/17/2015 $ 103.80 (MMS) Sponsor: Technology Student Association Champion, PA

Kathy Curran International Society of Technology 6/28-7/1/2015 $ 1,221.54 (CAO) in Education National Conference Karyn Dobda Sponsor: ISTE $ 1,007.48** (MMS) Philadelphia, PA

*ACCESS Funds **ALCOA Grant

For Information At the School Board Meeting on January 28, 2015, Ms. Ann Montgomery was approved to attend the State DECA Career Development Conference, in Hershey, Pennsylvania from February 24 through February 26, 2015. Ms. Montgomery is unable to attend, so Ms. Michelle Buettner will be replacing her at no additional cost.

II. SECOND READING AND REQUEST FOR ADOPTION – REVISED BOARD POLICY #2800 – USE OF TOBACCO AND TOBACCO–LIKE PRODUCTS (NON- STUDENTS)

In accordance with Board Policy #1710, the Administration recommends adoption of revised Board Policy #2800, Use of Tobacco and Tobacco-Like Products (Non-Students), attached.

III. SECOND READING AND REQUEST FOR ADOPTION – REVISED BOARD POLICY #3516 – USE OF TOBACCO AND TOBACCO-LIKE PRODUCTS (STUDENTS)

In accordance with Board Policy #1710, the Administration recommends adoption of revised Board Policy #3516, Use of Tobacco and Tobacco-Like Products (Students), attached.

Board Policy # 2800

References: Official School Board Policy Rev. School Board Admin. of the No. Date Law Policy Policy North Allegheny School District 0 12/15/93 2800 1 05/22/96 2800 2 05/27/98 2800 Second Reading 3 06/27/01 2800 4 07/17/13 2800 5 02/25/15 2800

USE OF TOBACCO AND TOBACCO-LIKE PRODUCTS (NON STUDENTS)

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 The Board recognizes that the use of tobacco and tobacco-like products is a health, safety, and environmental hazard for students, employees, visitors, and school facilities. The Board believes that the use of tobacco and tobacco-like products on school grounds, in school buildings and facilities, on school property, or at school- related or school-sponsored events is detrimental to the health and safety of students, employees, and visitors.

1.2 The Board acknowledges that adult employees and visitors serve as role models for students. The Board recognizes that it has an obligation to promote positive role models in schools and promote a healthy learning and working environment, free from unwanted smoke and tobacco or tobacco-like use for the students, employees, and visitors on the school campus.

1.3 The Board believes that, as an educational institution, the school district must maintain a smoke-free environment in all locations utilized by the District.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Electronic Cigarette – Electronic cigarettes are defined as battery-operated products designed to deliver nicotine, flavor, and other chemicals by turning the substance into a vapor that is inhaled by the user which simulates smoking. The term shall include any such devices, whether they are manufactured, distributed, marketed, or sold as e-cigarettes, e-cigars, e-pipes, or under any other product name or descriptor.

2.2 Nicotine Replacement Therapy – Nicotine Replacement Therapy is defined as a method of weaning a smoker away from both the nicotine and the oral fixation that accompanies a smoking habit by giving the smoker smaller and smaller doses of nicotine. The use of Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approved nicotine replacement therapy designed to deliver nicotine is permitted. This term shall include, but is not limited to, the following products: nicotine patch, nicotine gum, nicotine nasal spray, inhaler, or lozenges.

2.3 Smoking - Smoking is defined as inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying any lighted or heated cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted or heated tobacco or plant product intended for inhalation, in any manner or in any form. Smoking also includes the use of an e-cigarette that creates a vapor, in any manner or in any form, or the use of any oral smoking device used for the purpose of circumventing the prohibition of smoking.

2.4 Tobacco – For purposes of this Policy, tobacco or tobacco-like products include possession of a lighted or unlit cigarette, cigar, pipe, or other lighted or unlit smoking product or material; chewing tobacco and all forms of smokeless tobacco; and any oil or liquid/solid substance that produces the same physical manifestations that tobacco/smokeless tobacco/nicotine produces; as well as look-alike items/devices including, but not limited to, electronic cigarettes..

2.5 Smokeless Tobacco Product – Smokeless tobacco products shall include, but not be limited to, any chewing tobacco, snuff, or similar smokeless tobacco product or other nicotine product that is used, chewed, sniffed, or ingested.

2.6 Tobacco Cessation Programs – An intervention program provided through a public health agency or private provider to assist non-students in abstaining from the use of tobacco products. These programs include an initial assessment and follow up treatment consisting of individual and/or group counseling and are support systems, programs, and services to help people impacted by this Policy to abstain from the use of tobacco and tobacco-like products.

2.7 Tobacco-Free Environment – One hundred percent (100%) absence of tobacco and tobacco-like products and no use, advertising, or promotion (24/7) on school grounds, at school-sponsored events, or in vehicles owned, leased, chartered, or controlled by the District.

2.8 Building Officials and Code Administrators (BOCA) International - A service organization which issues a series of model regulatory construction codes for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare. The codes are published in sections, such as the National Building Code, National Plumbing Code, National Fire Prevention Code, etc. For purposes of this Policy, the BOCA Code references the posted “No Smoking” signs which make it unlawful to smoke, throw, or deposit any lighted or smoldering substance.

3.0 POLICY

3.1 In order to protect students and employees from an environment that may be harmful to them, the Board prohibits use of tobacco and tobacco-like products by administrative, professional, and classified employees in a school building and on any property, buses, vans, and vehicles that are owned, leased, or controlled by the District.

3.2 The Board prohibits use of tobacco and tobacco-like products by District employees at school-sponsored activities that are held off school property.

3.3 District employees, school volunteers, contractors, or other persons performing services on behalf of the District are also prohibited from using tobacco and tobacco-like products at any time while on duty and in the presence of students either on or off school grounds.

4.0 GUIDELINES

4.1 Violations of this Policy by District employees will result in progressive discipline unless a particular act is adjudicated to be willful or contemptuous of this Policy in which harsher discipline may be imposed than called for in progressive discipline.

4.2 District employees found to be in violation of this Policy will also be apprised of tobacco cessation resources. A list of these resources is available to the employee through the District’s Human Resources Office.

4.3 Renters, paying or non-paying, and their guests are also to adhere to the Policy. The agent or accountable representative of the renting organization and the renting organization are held responsible for ensuring compliance with the School District’s Policy. Violations will be taken into consideration in determining whether future requests for rentals by the organization should be granted. Public School Code of 1949, 24 P.S. § 407.

4.2 The Superintendent or designee may report incidents involving the sale of tobacco or tobacco-like products to minors by employees on school property, at any school- sponsored activity, or on transportation to or from a school or school-sponsored activity to the local police department that has jurisdiction over the school’s property, in accordance with state law and regulations, the procedures set forth in the Memorandum of Understanding with local law enforcement, and Board policies.

4.3 In accordance with state law, the Superintendent shall annually, by July 31, report incidents of possession, use, or sale of tobacco or tobacco-like products on school property to the Office for Safe Schools on the required form.

5.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

5.1 Board Policy #3516 is the District’s current Student Tobacco Policy. The Student Policy, #3516, is coordinated with and a supplement to this Policy. It is intended that Policies be in effect simultaneously.

5.2 Nothing in this Policy shall preclude the District Administration from pursuing any other actions under state or municipal laws, ordinances, fire codes, BOCA Code, or other applicable laws or regulations.

References: Act 128 of 2000, BOCA-National Fire Prevention code/1987, Sec F-312.0312.5 No Child Left Behind Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 7114 Pro-Children Act of 2001 – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 7181 et seq. Sale of Tobacco – 18 Pa. C.S.A. Sec 6305 School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 1302.1-A, 1303-A School Tobacco Control – 35 P.S. Sec. 1223.5 State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 403.1 Tobacco Use Prohibition – 18 Pa. C.S.A. Sec. 6306.1

Board Policy # 3516

References: Official School Board Policy Rev. School Board Admin. of the No. Date Law Policy Policy North Allegheny School District 1 8/2798 3516 2 6/27/01 3516 3 7/17/13 3516 Second Reading 4 2/25/15 3516

USE OF TOBACCO AND TOBACCO-LIKE PRODUCTS (STUDENTS)

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 The Board recognizes that the use of tobacco and tobacco-like products is a health, safety, and environmental hazard for students, employees, visitors, and school facilities. The Board believes that the use of tobacco and tobacco-like products on school grounds; in school buildings and facilities; on school property, or at school-related, or school-sponsored events is detrimental to the health and safety of students, employees, and visitors.

1.2 The Board acknowledges that adult employees and visitors serve as role models for students. The Board recognizes that it has an obligation to promote positive role models in schools and promote a healthy learning and working environment, free from unwanted smoke and use of tobacco and tobacco-like products for students, employees, and visitors on the school campus.

1.3 The Board believes that as an educational institution, the school district must maintain a smoke-free environment in all locations utilized by the District.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

include, but is not limited to, the following products: nicotine patch, nicotine gum, nicotine nasal spray, inhaler, or lozenges. However, students must have a medical provider’s prescription for the FDA approved nicotine replacement therapy, whether prescription or over-the-counter therapy, and must follow applicable policies and law regarding use of medication by students.

2.3 Possession – For purposes of this Policy, possession would be defined as tobacco or a tobacco-like product being found on the person of the student, in the student’s locker, in a student’s purse, backpack, gym bag or other like object, in a student’s coat or other clothing, in a student’s vehicle, or otherwise under the student’s control.

2.4 Smoking – Smoking is defined as inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying any lighted or heated cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted or heated tobacco or plant product intended for inhalation, in any manner or in any form. Smoking also includes the use of an e-cigarette that creates a vapor, in any manner or in any form, or the use of any oral smoking device for the purpose of circumventing the prohibition of smoking.

2.5 Tobacco – For purposes of this Policy, tobacco or tobacco-like products include possession of a lighted or unlit cigarette, cigar, pipe, or other lighted or unlit smoking product or material; chewing tobacco and all forms of smokeless tobacco; and any oil or liquid/solid substance that produces the same physical manifestations that tobacco/smokeless tobacco/nicotine produces; as well as look-alike items/devices including, but not limited to, electronic cigarettes.

2.6 Smokeless Tobacco Product - Smokeless tobacco products shall include, but not be limited to, any chewing tobacco, snuff, or similar smokeless tobacco product or other nicotine product that is used, chewed, sniffed or ingested.

2.7 Tobacco Cessation Programs – An intervention program provided through a public health agency or private provider to assist the student in abstaining from the use of tobacco or tobacco-like products. These programs include an initial assessment and follow up treatment consisting of individual and/or group counseling and are support systems, programs, and services to help people impacted by this Policy to abstain from the use of tobacco and tobacco-like products.

2.8 Tobacco-Free Environment– One hundred percent (100%) absence of tobacco and tobacco-like products and no use, advertising, or promotion (24/7) on school grounds, at school-sponsored events, or in vehicles owned, leased, chartered, or controlled by the District.

2.9 “Student” or “Pupil” - A student or pupil shall be defined as a person between the ages of 5 and 21 years of age who is enrolled in school.

2.10 Building Officials and Code Administrators (BOCA) International - A service organization that issues a series of model regulatory construction codes for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare. The codes are published in sections, such as the National Building Code, National Plumbing Code, National Fire Prevention Code, etc. For purposes of this Policy, the BOCA Code references the posted “No Smoking” signs that make it unlawful to smoke, throw, or deposit any lighted or smoldering substance.

3.0 PROHIBITED USE AND POSSESSION OF TOBACCO AND TOBACCO-LIKE PRODUCTS

3.1 The Board prohibits the use and possession of tobacco and tobacco-like products by students at any time in a school building and on any property, buses, vans, and vehicles that are owned, leased, or controlled by the District.

3.2 The Board prohibits the use and possession of tobacco and tobacco-like products by students at school-sponsored activities that are held off school property.

3.3 In the case of a student with a disability, including a student for whom an evaluation is pending, the District shall take all steps required to comply with state and federal laws and regulations and the procedures set forth in the Memorandum of Understanding with local law enforcement and Board policies.

4.0 PENALTIES

4.1 Any person who violates this Policy may be subject to the following penalties that are in addition to any civil or criminal prosecution and penalty imposed by law:

Students will be subject to penalties prescribed in the Code of Student Conduct, enforced by District Administration, up to and including possible expulsion. Students who commit a subsequent offense shall be subjected to prosecution before a District Justice (Magistrate) and be fined up to but not more than $50.00 plus court costs, pursuant to Act 145 of 1996 or its successor.

4.2 Students who violate this Policy will also be referred to the Student Assistance Program (SAP). Referrals and access to school-based and community resources to help students overcome nicotine addiction shall be provided, including voluntary tobacco and tobacco-like use cessation and/or education classes at the student’s expense, when applicable. District Administration shall consider lessening penalties for students who participate in a cessation program.

4.3 Nothing in this Policy shall preclude the District Administration from pursuing any other actions under state or municipal laws, ordinances, fire codes, BOCA Codes, or other applicable laws or regulations.

5.0 DRESS CODE

5.1 Students are prohibited from wearing or carrying clothing or accessories that display tobacco or tobacco-like product industry brand names, logos, or other related identifiers or allusions to tobacco or tobacco-like product use on school property.

5.2 Such attire will be considered disruptive to the learning climate of the school, and treated as a Level III violation of the Code of Conduct by the District Administration.

6.0 TOBACCO OR TOBACCO-LIKE PRODUCT INDUSTRY SPONSORSHIP

The North Allegheny School District will not support any form of financial contributions, resources, or materials paid for by the tobacco industry or tobacco-like product industry for use in the school district.

References: Act 128 of 2000, BOCA-National Fire Prevention code/1987, Sec F-312.0312.5 Administration of Medication to Students at the Request of Parent/Guardian – Policy #3450 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Title 3, Code of Federal Regulations – 34 CFR Part 300 No Child Left Behind Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 7114 Pro-Children Act of 2001 – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 7181 et seq. Sale of Tobacco – 18 Pa. C.S.A. Sec 6305 School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 1302.1-A, 1303-A School Tobacco Control – 35 P.S. Sec. 1223.5 State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 403.1 Tobacco Use Prohibition – 18 Pa. C.S.A. Sec. 6306.1