WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION
AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2016
1. Roll Call
2. Closed Session
3. Salute to Flag
4. Minutes to be Approved: A. August 18, 2016 - Public Meeting B. August 18, 2016 - Closed Session
5. Bids: A. September 16, 2016 - PD-17-15 Cres Cor Model CO-151-FW-UA-12DE Cook-N-Hold Cabinet Ovens at Three High Schools B. September 16, 2016 - RFP – Update Long Range Facility Plan
6. Superintendent
7. Items for Discussion: A. Policy and Planning B. Curriculum C. Finance and Insurance D. Technology E. Transportation F. Cafeteria G. Personnel
8. Board Attorney
9. Old Business
10. New Business
11. Open Public Session
12. Adjournment
Superintendent
September 22, 2016
The Superintendent of Schools presents the following recommendations: 1. That the Board of Education acknowledge the seven district students who volunteered their time and diligence to the Woodbridge Animal Group Tricky Tray held on September 16, 2016. 2. That the Board of Education, through contract with the Educational Services Commission, authorizes the administrative personnel of the Commission to conference, discuss and solicit input in the development of the nursing services contract document for the 2016-2017 school year which provides nursing services to the following nonpublic schools located in the Woodbridge Township School District:
Goddard School Our Redeemer Lutheran Kidsports Academy St. James St. John Vianney Nursing services to be provided first by assignment of a licensed nurse and the purchase of supplies and equipment necessary to implement the law and code N.J.A.C. 6:29-8 include: Assistance with medical examinations, including dental screening; Audiometric screening; Maintenance of student health records, including immunizations; Scoliosis screening; Adopt written policies and procedures extending the emergency care provided to the public school pupils to those pupils who are enrolled full time in the nonpublic school who are injured or become ill at school or during participation on a school team.
3. That Board of Education accept the previously submitted monthly report of Harassment, Intimidation, and/or Bullying (HIB) for the period September 6, 2016, through and including September 22, 2016.
4. That the Board of Education approve the previously submitted list of Professional Development conferences for staff members, dated September 22, 2016.
5. That the Board of Education approve the tuition payment for the following student to the Marine Academy of Science and Technology (MAST) at Monmouth County Vocational School, 40 Kozloski Road, P.O. Box 5033, Freehold, NJ 07728, for the 2015-2016 school year: Case No. Tuition BA-0111-050-09 $1,324.00 per month
6. That the Board of Education approve the Affiliated Site Agreement between Kean University and the Woodbridge Township School District to provide school counseling field experiences for Kean University students enrolled in MA Degree Program in School Counseling beginning with the 2016-2017 school year and continuing for a period of three (3) consecutive school years.
7. That the Board of Education approve payment to the Educational Services Commission to provide CST Evaluations for the 2016-2017 school year in accordance with the Master Collaborative Agreement previously approved on the Policy & Planning Agenda, Item #17, dated March 19, 2015.
8. That the Board of Education amend item #10 Superintendent’s agenda Dated August 18, 2016, to read as follows: That the Board of Education approve payment to Educational Service Commission of New Jersey to provide ESY as follows: OT/PT $303 per 30 minutes, ST services at $303 per 30 minutes.
9. That the Board of Education approve payment to Center for Counseling Services, LLC, to provide training for Psychological First Aid in-service on September 29, 2016, not to exceed $1,000.00. Superintendent
September 22, 2016
10. That the Board of Education approve the submission of the IDEIA Consolidated Basic and Preschool Grant application for the fiscal year 2017 to be submitted to the New Jersey Department of Education.
11. That the Board of Education approve payment to Learning Tree Multicultural/Multilingual Evaluation and Consulting, Inc., to provide Speech substitutes at the rate of $95/hour.
12. That the Board of Education approve payment to the following to complete evaluations for the 2016-2017 school year at the rate of $250/evaluation in accordance with N.J.A.C.6A:14. (Payment will be up on voucher submitted).
Debbie Gegner Educational Evaluation Ronald Rooberg Educational Evaluation Donna Vigilante Educational Evaluation Carol Young Educational Evaluation Helaine Conti Psychological Evaluation Michael Petti Psychological Evaluation Elisa Wasserman Educational Evaluation Shelley Wiesner Social Histories
13. That the Board of Education, as required by state law (partially reimbursable in state aid), approve the enrollment of the following disabled student in a Special Extended School Year Program for 2016-2017, in accordance with their Individual Educational Programs (IEPs) as shown below:
Case No. Recommended Placement Effective Date Tuition J1504-16-09-OHI Daytop Village of N.J. 06/27/2016 $5,190.00
14. That a note be made in the minutes that the following out of district placement has been terminated for the 2016 Extended School Year:
Case No. Recommended Placement Effective Date Tuition J1504-16-09-OHI Daytop Village of N.J. 06/28/2016 $5,190.00
15. That the Board of Education, as required by state law (partially reimbursable in state aid), approve the enrollment of the following disabled students in a special school year program for 2016-2017, in accordance with their Individual Educational Programs (IEPs) as shown below:
Case No. Recommended Placement Effective Date Tuition K0409-03-06-PD Accredited Health Services 07/01/2016 $39.00/Hr. V1609-11-09-AU Center for Lifelong Learning 09/02/2016 $51,120.00 P1609-04-09-PD Somerset Hills Lrn. Institute 09/06/2016 $93,475.80 P1209-09-09-OHI Harbor School 09/07/2016 $52,770.60 K1502-07-06-MD Lakeview School 09/08/2016 $80,596.80 C0311-06-09-MD Mercer Cty. Spec. Svcs. 09/08/2016 $340.00/Day S.D. C1609-04-09-PD JCC of Central Jersey 09/13/2016 $478.00/Mo. C1609-04-09-PD JCC of Central Jersey 1:1 09/13/2016 $18.00/Hour I1609-11-09-MD Center for Lifelong Lrn. 09/26/2016 $41,760.00 I1609-11-09-MD Center for Lifelong Lrn. 1:1 09/26/2016 $36,180.00 L1609-14-09-CMI ECLC 09/26/2016 $48,857.40
16. That a note be made in the minutes that the following out of district placements have been terminated for the 2016- 2017 School Year:
Case No. Recommended Placement Effective Date Tuition Superintendent
September 22, 2016
B1502-14-06-ED Center School 09/07/2016 $60,334.20 D0812-10-09-MD Bancroft School 09/06/2016 $57,313.80 D0812-10-09-MD Bancroft School 1:1 09/06/2016 $31,680.00
17. That a note be made in the minutes amending Item #13 of the June 15, 2016 Superintendent’s Agenda to read as follows with regard to the tuition and or start date for the following students:
Case No. Recommended Placement Effective Date Tuition B1511-03-09-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 B1512-04-09-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 H1405-08-09-MD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 K1502-07-06-MD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 M1504-04-09-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 M0707-03-09-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 P1304-07-09-MD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 R1509-03-06-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 S1101-03-09-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 W1509-03-09-PD Lakeview School 07/01/2016 $13,432.80 C1410-14-06-ED Legacy/Mary A. Dobbins School 07/05/2016 $7,884.60 S0205-07-09-MD Sawtelle Learning Center 07/05/2016 $5,897.22
18. That a note be made in the minutes amending Item #33 of the August 18, 2016 Superintendent’s Agenda to read as follows with regard to the tuition and or start date for the following student:
Case No. Recommended Placement Effective Date Tuition J0909-11-09-OHI Monmouth County Vocs. 09/01/2016 $8,900.00
19. That the following out-of-district facilities be approved for home instruction services at the rate listed:
Number of Total *Teacher Effective Date Total Hours Amount Students Amount Bancroft August 2016 2 30 Days $170.00 $5,100.00 Education, Inc. Sept. 2016 1 3.99 Hours $49.00 $195.51 Educational Service July 2016 1 28 Hours $64.00 $1,792.00 Commission./NJ
* Subject to approval for employment from the New Jersey Department of Education. Employee shall be required to submit an authorization and certification form along with fingerprints for a criminal history background check as required by P. L. 1986,C.116.
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______Resolutiion
WHEREASA , the following high school students volunteered their time and diligence to the Woodbridge Animal Group (WAG) Tricky Tray which was held on September 16, 2016, at the New Jersey Conveention and Expo Center; and
Colonia High School Woodbridge High School Cassidy Williams Mehdi Lemdani Kuurt Cleary Wardah Aiman Alayna Mocarsky Vineet Sridhar Zain Ul-Abdin
WHEREASA , the Woodbridge Animal Group (WAG) provides compassionate support for the homeless animals in the care of the Woodbridge Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center through fundraising, community events and outreach activities; and
WHEREASA , this accomplishment brings honor and acclaim not only to the their school and the district but also to the entire community; and
WHEREASA , it is the desire of the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge to express their gratitude to the aforementioned students for bringing this honor to their school and to the Township of Woodbridge.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the gratitude and best wishes of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge be hereby expressed to the aforementioned students; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy sent to Colonia High School and Woodbridge High School expressing the gratitude of the Boaard of Education.
Policy and Planning September 22, 2016
The Policy and Planning Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, presents the following: 1. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution extending its deepest sympathy to the family of former Board Member, Peter M. Ballotta. 2. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution commending Colonia High School graduate, Dagmara Wozniak, on winning a Bronze Medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 3. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution commending sixty-one district employees who achieved perfect attendance for the 2015-2016 school year. 4. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution acknowledging the generous donation of $8,385.00 from the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation. 5. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution allowing Project Graduation to be implemented for the 2017 graduating classes of Colonia High School, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School and Woodbridge High School. 6. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution supporting Assembly Bill A-4122 supporting the elimination of using students’ standardized test scores from teachers’ summative evaluations. 7. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming the month of October 2016 as National Arts and Humanities Month. 8. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming the month of October 2016 as National Cyber Security Awareness Month. 9. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming the month of October 2016 as National Principals Month. 10. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming September 15 – October 15, 2016 as Hispanic Heritage Month. 11. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming October 3-7, 2016, as a Week of Respect. 12. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming October 10-14, 2016, as National School Lunch Week 13. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming October 17-21, 2016, as School Violence Awareness Week. 14. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution proclaiming October 24, 2016 as United Nations Day. 15. That the Board of Education adopt the following revised policies:
Policy No. Description 2131 Chief School Administrator (First Reading) 2224 Nondiscrimination/Affirmative Action (Second Reading) 2240 Research, Evaluation and Planning (First Reading) 4111 Recruitment, Hiring and Selection (Second Reading) 4111.1/4211.1 Nondiscrimination/Affirmative Action (Second Reading) 4113/4213 Assignment; Transfer (First Reading) 4131/4131.1 Staff Development: In-service Education/Visitations/Conferences (Second Reading) 4211 Recruitment, Selection and Hiring (Second Reading) 4219 Duty to Report Arrest (First Reading) 4231/4231.1 Staff Development: In-service Education/Visitations/Conferences (Second Reading) Policy and Planning September 22, 2016
5111 Admission (Second Reading) 5114 Suspension and Expulsion (Second Reading) 5145.4 Equal Educational Opportunity (Second Reading) 6121 Nondiscrimination/Affirmative Action (Second Reading) 6142.12 Career And Technical Education (Second Reading) 6142.2 English As A Second Language: Bilingual Programs (Second Reading) 6146.2 Promotion, Retention (First Reading) 6147 Standards of Proficiency (Second Reading) 6164.2 Guidance Services (First Reading) 6171.1 Remedial Instruction (First Reading) 6172 Alternative Educational Programs (Second Reading)
16. That the Board of Education adopt the following revised job descriptions:
Inventory / Operations Manger Supervisor of Intervention & Referral Services (IR&S), ESL/Bilingual, 504 Plans, Assist the Academic Support Instructor (ASI), and Assist the Affirmative Action Officer Webpage, Technology, and Video Production Coordinator
17. That the Board of Education adopt the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge recognizes that New Road Schools of New Jersey, Inc., 3071-A Bordentown Avenue, Parlin, NJ 08859, does not charge students for reduced and/or paid meals; and WHEREAS, the State Board of Education amended N.J.A.C. 6A:23-4.5(a)20, which states that both non-profit and profit private schools for students with disabilities (PSSD) may obtain, on an accrual basis prior to the start of the fiscal year, school board resolutions from a majority of the school districts that have contracted to send students to the private school in that fiscal year, which resolve the district board of education to not require the private school to charge students for reduced and/or paid meals; and WHEREAS, this amendment requires action on the Board’s part for New Roads Schools of New Jersey to continue their practice of not charging students for reduced and/or paid meals. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education, Township of Woodbridge, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, that the Woodbridge Township School District does not require New Road Schools of New Jersey to charge students for reduced and/or paid meals for the 2016-2017 school year.
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______Resolution
TO THE FAMILY OF PETER M. BALLOTTA
WHEREAS, Peter M. Ballotta served faithfully and conscientiously as a Board member during the period of his tenure of office commencing April 25, 1994, through April 20, 1997; and
WHEREAS, as a result of his dedication to the position held, he earned the highest respect of the school district and members of the community; and
WHEREAS, the death of Peter M. Ballotta constitutes a great loss to the community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:
1. That the Board extends its deepest sympathy to the family of Peter M. Ballotta; 2. That the Board publicly acknowledges the efficient manner in which Peter M. Ballotta faithfully and conscientiously performed his duties as a member of the Board of Education, and which performance has resulted in honor and credit to this school district; 3. That this resolution shall become a permanent part of the minutes of the Board of Education; 4. That the Board Secretary is directed to cause a copy of this resolution to be appropriately reproduced and delivered to the family of Peter M. Ballotta.
Resolution
WHEREAS, Dagmara Wozniak, a 2006 graduate of Colonia High School, competed at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and
WHEREAS, Dagmara Wozniak, won a Bronze Medal where she represented the United States of America as member of the United States Fencing Team; and
WHEREAS, Dagmara Wozniak, previously won a Bronze Medal at the World Fencing Championships, the 2012 and 2013 Senior World Championships, and a Gold Medal with Team USA in 2014; and
WHEREAS, this outstanding accomplishment brings honor and acclaim not only to the school district, but also to the entire community; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge to express their congratulations to Dagmara Wozniak, for bringing this honor to Colonia High School, the school district, and the Township of Woodbridge.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the gratitude and best wishes of the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge be hereby expressed to Dagmara Wozniak; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge and a copy sent to Colonia High School with a suitable expression of the congratulations of the Board of Education for display at Colonia High School and a copy be forwarded to Dagmara Wozniak.
Resolution
WHEREAS, sixty-one district employees had perfect attendance for the 2015-2016 school year in the Woodbridge Township School District; and
WHEREAS, these excellent attendance records have made it possible for uninterrupted service to be provided to the children of the Woodbridge Township School District; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge to express their appreciation for the perfect attendance records achieved during the 2015-2016 school year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the gratitude of the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge be hereby tendered to these dedicated employees for perfect attendance and faithful service to the children of the school district; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy be forwarded to each designated employee expressing the congratulations of the Board of Education. 2015-2016 Perfect Attendance
Rachel Algier Robin Kaplan Rosemary O’Brien
Maryanne Anner Ronald Kochick Ruma Pal
Elizabeth Aquila Diana Lazaruk Colonel Thomas Parker
Steven Barandica Glenn Lottmann Judith Pastuzyn
Sarah Benkert Christina Mackey Amalie Paultz
Susan Caccholi Anna Marie Maliniak Linda Rockmaker
James Christopher Danielle Malinowski Thomas Rollis
Sandor Csapo Bruno Martins William Ruetsch
Alexis D’Andrea Joseph Masperi Phyllis Scarpelli
Nicole DiLonardo Sarah Masperi Robert Seavy
Linda Estremera Megan Mc Donald Patricia Shaw
Tara Farrell Kelli Mc Kim Patricia Slicner
Kathy Flormann Christopher Modeszto Carol Talarico
Michelle Ginfrida John Mondelli Jason Tamashausky
Susan Gluck Corinna Morrison Kelly Terrell
Jeffrey Hamilton Phyllis Morrison Jonathan Toczynski
Brett Hoyer Daniel Mortensen Sharon Torzewski
Patricia Hulak Sheri Mosca Caitlyn Turant
Lois Isola Patricia Moy Donna Vidolin
Jeanette Jellison Stacey Moy Lois Yukna
Patrick Murphy
Resolution
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation has become a leading supporter of educational programs in the Woodbridge Township School District; and
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation has portrayed an abundance of generosity and support for a local school district; and
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation has donated $8,385.00 to facilitate the purchase of 156 Google Chromecasts and cables which will be evenly distributed to each of our three high schools; and
WHEREAS, the contribution made by the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation will benefit the students of the high schools for many years to come; and
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation has helped the district maintain a high quality of education with their donation.
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge to hereby extend its appreciation to the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation for the generous donation made to the school district; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge hereby expresses its deep gratitude and heartfelt thanks to the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation for its generous support of the school district; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy sent to the Woodbridge Township Education Foundation. Resolution
WHEREAS, the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge recognize the need to provide for the safety of graduating seniors following commencement exercises; and
WHEREAS, the administrators of Colonia High School, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School and Woodbridge High School are of the belief that a constructive activity for graduating seniors following commencement exercises would ensure the safety of our students; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Board of Education and the Administration to implement the program entitled Project Graduation for the 2017 graduating classes of Colonia High School, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School and Woodbridge High School.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge hereby authorizes the program entitled Project Graduation to be implemented for the 2017 graduating classes of Colonia High School, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School and Woodbridge High School; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Colonia High School, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School and Woodbridge High School.
Resolution
WHEREAS, Assemblywoman Marlene Caride and Assemblywoman Mila M. Jasey, have introduced Bill A-4122 to the Senate and General Assembly of the State of New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, Bill A-4122 promotes eliminating the use of standardized assessments as measures of student growth or progress in evaluations of teachers, principals, assistant principals and vice principals; and
WHEREAS, there is a broad agreement among statisticians, psychometricians and economists that student test scores alone are not sufficiently reliable and valid indicators of teacher effectiveness and;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge strongly supports the passage of Bill A-4122; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy sent to Governor Chris Christie, Senate President Steven M. Sweeney, Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto, State Senator Joseph Vitale, Assembly Representatives Craig Coughlin and Joseph Wisniewski Executive County Superintendent Dr. Laura Morana and the Acting Commissioner of Education of New Jersey Kimberley Harrington. Resolution
WHEREAS, President Barack Obama has proclaimed the month of October as National Arts and Humanities Month; and
WHEREAS, National Arts and Humanities Month recognizes the important role the arts play in shaping the character that defines our nation and to remind us of our shared humanity; and
WHEREAS, arts and cultural events contribute tens of billions of dollars to our communities each year which helps stimulate our economy as well as our souls; and
WHEREAS, President Obama urges all Americans to remain dedicated to inspiring our children with an education that promotes the arts and pays tribute to America’s vibrant culture; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge are committed to providing our children with an education that is inspiring and informative.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge acknowledges October as National Arts and Humanities month; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy sent to each school in the district.
Resolution
WHEREAS, National Cyber Security Awareness Month, conducted every October since 2004, is a national public awareness campaign to encourage everyone to protect their computers and our nation’s critical cyber infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, National Cyber Safety Awareness Month calls for educational efforts directed at teaching critical online safety, online security and online ethical skills to our youth both at home and school; and
WHEREAS, the success of National Cyber Safety Awareness Month rests on all of us doing what we can to engage those around us to be safe, to be secure and to be ethical online; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge are committed to educating our youth on the three key pillars of cyber security, cyber safety and cyber ethics.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge hereby acknowledges the month of October as National Cyber Security Awareness Month; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy sent to each school in the district.
Resolution
WHEREAS, United States Senate passed Senate Resolution 607, designating the month of October as National Principals Month; and
WHEREAS, National Principals Month honors principals nationwide for their tireless work and dedication in the essential role they play in preparing today’s students for the challenges of today and tomorrow; and
WHEREAS, the commitment, the foresight and the fortitude of a principal provides the motivating force behind our schools; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge encourages everyone to celebrate National Principals Month by thanking their principals for the indispensable role they play in the educational development of our students.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge hereby acknowledges the month of October as National Principals Month; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education and a copy sent to each school in the district.
Resolution
WHEREAS, National Hispanic Heritage Month, has been a part of America’s heritage since 1968; and
WHEREAS, National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizes the contributions and enhancements made to our country by many Hispanic and Latino individuals who possess a strong commitment to family, faith, hard work and service; and
WHEREAS, National Hispanic Heritage Month, is observed by recognizing the profound and positive influence on our country; and
WHEREASA , the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge is committed to reminding children of the contributions made by Hispanic and Latino individualss in the development of the nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Booard of Education of the Township of Woodbridge hereby proclaims September 15 - October 15, 2016, as National Hispanic Heritage Month; and
BEE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals be recognized as worthy in the development of the greatness of this nation. Resolution
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education recognizes the importance the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act; and
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey requires that the week beginning with the first Monday in October be designated as Week of Respect; and
WHEREAS, school districts will observe this week by providing students, parents, and school district personnel with instructional information focusing on preventing harassment, intimidation and bullying; and
WHEREAS, the week of October 3 - 7, 2016, has been designated as Week of Respect in New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge is strongly committed to preventing harassment, intimidation and bullying.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge endorses the observance of October 3 - 7, 2016, as Week of Respect as an opportunity to recognize the importance of character education; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge and a copy be forwarded to each school in the district.
Resolution
WHEREAS, the National School Lunch Program was initiated in 1946; and
WHEREAS, October 10 – 14, 2016, has been established as National School Lunch Week; and
WHEREAS, National School Lunch Week will be observed in school districts throughout the nation; and
WHEREAS, National School Lunch Week has become recognized by board members, administrators, community leaders, parents and children.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge proclaims October 10 - 14, 2016, as National School Lunch Week; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all who provide food services to the school district be acknowledged for their excellent work; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge and a copy sent to all who provide food services to the school district and to each school in the district. Resolution
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education is dedicated to creating a safe environment within all of its schools; and
WHEREAS, adolescence and early adulthood are characterized by much higher rates of perpetration and victimization of violence than other years; and
WHEREAS, fear of violence in schools affects attendance of students and attrition of staff; and
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey has designated the third week in October as School Violence Awareness Week; and
WHEREAS, school districts will observe this week by providing students, parents, and school district and law enforcement personnel with an opportunity to discuss methods to keep our schools safe from violence, to create school safety plans, and to recognize those students in need of help; and
WHEREAS, the state has designated the week of October 17 - 21, 2016, as School Violence Awareness Week in New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge is strongly committed to promoting the importance of school safety.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge endorses the observance of October 17 - 21, 2016, as School Violence Awareness Week as an opportunity to support programs and practices that promote safety in our schools; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge and a copy be forwarded to each school in the district.
Resolution
WHEREAS, the United Nations was founded in 1945, and the anniversary of its founding is observed each year on October 24; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations system has a commendable record of achievement and faces extraordinary challenges in preventing and resolving conflict, protecting the earth’s environment, elevating standards of living through sustainable economic development, and promoting humane and democratic values; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations is the only organization capable of dealing with the global implications of a post-Cold War world, and the best vehicle for finding collective solutions to these challenges; and
WHEREAS, the work of the United Nations impacts all Americans, directly affecting their health, security, economic freedom, and democratic values; and
WHEREAS, the United States was one of the founding members of the United Nations, representing the fervent desire of the United States and its World War II allies to “save succeeding generations from the scourge of war”; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations deserves support from both the United States government and American citizens if it is to continue its important work in the 21st Century.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge hereby acknowledges October 24, 2016, as United Nations Day with the theme “Partnerships for Global Progress”; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of the Board of Education of the Township of Woodbridge and a copy sent to each school in the district.
Woodbridge Township School District FILE CODE: 2131 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
CHIEF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR
The board of education, in compliance with state law, will evaluate the chief school administrator at least annually. Each evaluation shall be in writing, a copy shall be provided to the superintendent and the superintendent and the board shall meet to discuss the findings. The evaluations shall be based upon the goals and objectives of the district, the responsibilities of the superintendent and such other criteria as the State Board of Education shall by regulation prescribe. Every newly appointed or elected board member shall complete the New Jersey School Boards Association's training program on evaluation of superintendents within six months of commencement of his/her term of office. The purpose of the evaluation shall be:
A. To promote professional excellence and improve the skills of the chief school administrator;
B. To improve the quality of the education received by the pupils served by the public schools of the district;
C. To provide a basis for the review of the job performance of the chief school administrator.
Role and Responsibility of the Board
The role and responsibility of the board in this evaluation shall be:
A. To complete a New Jersey School Boards Association training program on the evaluation of the chief school administrator within six months of the commencement of newly appointed or elected district board member’s term of office (N.J.S.A. 18A:17-20.3.b; see board policy 9200 Orientation and Training of Board Members);
B. To review, revise and adopt procedures suggested by the chief school administrator for implementation of this policy;
C. To determine whether the services of a qualified consultant will contribute substantially to the evaluation process and to engage such a consultant as deemed appropriate to assist the board. The evaluation itself shall be the responsibility of the board;
D. To adopt an individual plan for professional growth and development of the chief school administrator based in part upon any needs identified in the evaluation. This plan shall be mutually developed by the board and the chief school administrator. The duration of the plan will be three to five years, depending on the chief school administrator’s contract with the school district. The board may determine whether to establish quantitative and/or qualitative merit criteria and the data to be used to establish the chief school administrator’s achievement of any established merit goal;
E. To hold an annual summary conference between a majority of its total membership and the chief school administrator. The annual summary conference shall be held before the written performance report is filed. The conference shall be held in private, unless the chief school administrator requests that it be held in public. The conference shall include, but not be limited to, review of the following:
1. Performance of the chief school administrator based upon the job description; 2. Progress of the chief school administrator in achieving and/or implementing the school district's goals, program objectives, policies, instructional priorities, State goals, and statutory requirements; and 3. Indicators of student progress and growth toward program objectives.
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F. To prepare, by July 1, subsequent to the annual summary conference, an annual written performance report, approved by a majority of the full membership of the board. This report shall include:
1. Performance areas of strength; 2. Performance areas needing improvement based upon the job description and evaluation criteria in “E” above; 3. Recommendations for professional growth and development; 4. A summary of available indicators of pupil progress and growth and a statement of how these available indicators relate to the effectiveness of the overall program and the performance of the chief school administrator; 5. Provision for performance data which have not been included in the report prepared by the board of education to be entered into the record by the chief school administrator within 10 working days after the completion of the report.
G. To add all written performance reports and supporting data, including, but not limited to, indicators of student progress and growth to a chief school administrator’s personnel file. The records shall be confidential and not be subject to public inspection or copying pursuant to the Open Public Records Act, N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq;
H. To determine whether the chief school administrator has performed contractual duties so ineffectively or has engaged in conduct unbecoming a chief school administrator such that tenure charges should be certified to the Commissioner of Education as applicable or other appropriate disciplinary action taken.
Role and Responsibility of the Chief School Administrator
The board shall determine the role and responsibility in consultation with the chief school administrator. The chief school administrator shall be to provide information and propose procedures for:
A. Development of a job description and evaluation criteria, based upon the district's local goals, program objectives, policies, instructional priorities, state goals, statutory requirements, and the functions, duties and responsibilities of the chief school administrator. The evaluation criteria shall include but not be limited to available indicators of pupil progress;
B. Specification of methods of data collection and reporting appropriate to the job description;
C. Design of evaluation instruments suited to reviewing the chief school administrator's performance based upon the job description;
D. Establishing an evaluation calendar to include a date for the annual conference and including appropriate information to allow proper consideration of all the items to be included in the subsequent written performance report;
E. After the board's adoption of the annual written performance report, to provide all other appropriate information relative to evaluation of his/her performance not contained in the report.
F. Preparation and review of the Professional Growth Plan for the administrator’s professional development.
The policy shall be delivered to the chief school administrator upon adoption. Amendments to the policy shall be distributed within 10 working days after adoption.
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File Code: 2131 CHIEF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR (continued)
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Superintendent Evaluation, Superintendent Job Description, CSA, Chief School Administrator, Evaluation
Legal References:
NOTE: These legal references pertain primarily to the chief school administrator's employment and evaluation. Many specific responsibilities are assigned by other statutes and administrative code regulations.
N.J.S.A. 18A:4-15 General rule-making power N.J.S.A. 18A:6-10 through -17 Dismissal and reduction in compensation of persons under tenure in public school system N.J.S.A. 18A:12-21 et seq. School Ethics Act N.J.S.A. 18A:17-15 through -21 Appointment of superintendents; terms; N.J.S.A. 18A:17-20 Tenured and non-tenured superintendents; general powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:17-24 Clerks in superintendent's office N.J.S.A. 18A:17-24.1 Shared Administrators, Superintendents N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4.1 Appointment, transfer, removal or renewal of officers and employees; exceptions N.J.S.A. 18A:28-3 through -6.1 No tenure for noncitizens N.J.S.A. 18A:29-14 Withholding increments; causes; notice of appeals N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq. Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act N.J.A.C. 6A:9-3.4 Professional Standards for School Leaders N.J.A.C. 6A:9-12 Requirements for Administrative Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-12.1 et seq. Requirements for Administrative Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:10-7.1 Evaluation of chief school administrators N.J.A.C. 6A:28-1.1 et seq. School Ethics Commission N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.1 et seq. Employment and Supervision of Teaching Staff
8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq. - Immigration and Nationality Act
Possible Cross References: *2000/2010 Concepts and roles in administration; goals and objectives *2121 Line of responsibility *4111 Recruitment, selection and hiring *4211 Recruitment, selection and hiring *9000 Role of the board *9400 Board self-evaluation *Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 2224 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
State and federal statutes and regulations prohibit school districts from discriminatory practices in employment or educational opportunity against any person by reason of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, genetic information, or refusal to submit to a genetic test or make the results of a genetic test known, pregnancy in employment or in educational opportunities. Further state and federal protection is extended on account of disabilities, social or economic status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related disabilities, actual or potential parenthood, or family status.
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education will continue to support its Affirmative Action Resolution, and to implement the district's equal educational opportunity policy, school and classroom practices plan and contract/employment practices plan in accordance with law and regulation.
The chief school administrator shall oversee the development and implementation of the three year comprehensive equity plan to ensure that the district provides equality in educational programs and to identify and correct, or assess and prevent, all bias, discrimination and impermissible isolation in policies, practices and facilities of the district. Upon approval of this plan by the state department of education, the board shall adopt it by resolution. The chief school administrator shall report to the board annually on progress toward goals established in the plan. A copy of the district's affirmative action/equity plans and self-evaluation of their achievement shall be available in the district office.
Affirmative Action Officer and Team
The board shall annually appoint designate a member of the staff as the affirmative action officer and form an affirmative action team, of whom the affirmative action officer is a member. The affirmative action officer shall serve as affirmative action/504 officer and/or desegregation coordinator. The affirmative action officer must have New Jersey certification with an administrative, instructional, or education services endorsement. The board shall ensure that all members of the school community know who the affirmative action officer is and how to access him/her.
The affirmative action officer shall:
A. Coordinate the required professional development training for certificated and non-certificated staff;
B. Notify all students and employees of district grievance procedures for handling discrimination complaints; and
C. Ensure that the district grievance procedures, including investigative responsibilities and reporting information, are followed.
The affirmative action team shall:
A. Develop the comprehensive equity plan in compliance with administrative code;
B. Oversee the implementation of the district’s comprehensive equity plan;
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D. Monitor the implementation of the comprehensive equity plan; and
E. Conduct the annual district internal monitoring to ensure continuing compliance with state and federal law and code governing educational equity.
Comprehensive Equity Plan
The board directs the affirmative action team to develop a comprehensive equity plan once every three years. The comprehensive equity plan shall identify and correct all discriminatory and inequitable educational and hiring policies, patterns, programs, and practices affecting its facilities, programs, students, and staff.
Prior to developing the comprehensive equity plan, the district's needs for achieving equity and equality in educational programs shall be assessed. The purpose of the needs assessment is to identify and eliminate discriminatory practices and other barriers to achieving equity in educational programs.
A. The needs assessment shall include an analysis of:
1. Student performance data such as National Assessment of Educational Progress and State assessment results; 2. Preschool-through-grade-12 promotion/retention data; 3. Preschool-through-grade-12 completion rates; and 4. Re-examination and re-evaluation of classification and placement of students in special education programs if there is over representation within certain groups; 5. Staffing practices; 6. Student demographic and behavioral data; 7. Quality of program data; and 8. Stakeholder satisfaction data.
B. The comprehensive equity plan shall address:
1. Professional development; 2. Equality in school and classroom practices; 3. Equality in employment and contract practices.
C. The comprehensive equity plan shall include:
1. An assessment of the school district’s needs for achieving equity in educational programs. The assessment shall include staffing practices, quality-of-program data, stakeholder- satisfaction data, and student assessment and behavioral data disaggregated by gender, race, ethnicity, limited English proficiency, special education, migrant, date of enrollment, student suspension, expulsion, child study team referrals, preschool through grade 12 promotion/retention data, preschool through grade 12 completion rates, and re-examination and re-evaluation of classification and placement of students in special education programs if there is overrepresentation within certain group; 2. A description of how other Federal, State, and school district policies, programs, and practices are aligned to the comprehensive equity plan; 3. Progress targets for closing the achievement gap; 4. Professional development targets regarding the knowledge and skills needed to provide a thorough and efficient education as defined by the New Jersey Student Learning Standards, differentiated instruction, and formative assessments aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and high expectations for teaching and learning; and 2 File Code: 2224 NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (continued)
5. Annual targets that address school district needs in equity in school and classroom practices and are aligned to professional development targets.
The comprehensive equity plan shall include goals, objectives, timelines, and benchmarks for measuring progress. The board shall submit the comprehensive equity plan to the executive county superintendent for approval and a copy of the comprehensive equity plan to the New Jersey Department of Education. The board shall initiate the comprehensive equity plan within 60 days of its approval, and shall implement the plan in accordance with the timelines approved by the Department.
Harassment
The board of education shall maintain an instructional and working environment that is free from harassment of any kind. Administrators and supervisors will make it clear to all staff, pupils and vendors that harassment is prohibited. Sexual harassment shall be specifically addressed in the affirmative action inservice programs required by law for all staff.
Sexual harassment shall include, but not be limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
A. Submission to the conduct or communication is made a term or condition of employment or education;
B. Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct or communication is the basis for decisions affecting employment and assignment or education;
C. The conduct or communication has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or education;
D. The conduct or communication has the effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working or educational environment.
Sexual harassment of staff or children interferes with the learning process and will not be tolerated in the Woodbridge Township schools. Harassment by board members, employees, parents, students, vendors and others doing business with the district is prohibited. Any child or staff member who has knowledge of or feels victimized by sexual harassment should immediately report his/her allegation to the affirmative action officer or building principal. Anyone else who has knowledge of or feels victimized by sexual harassment should immediately report his/her allegation to the chief school administrator or board president. Employees whose behavior is found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to the investigation procedure which may result in discipline, up to and including dismissal. Other individuals whose behavior is found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to appropriate sanctions as determined and imposed by the chief school administrator/board. Law enforcement shall be summoned when appropriate. This policy statement on sexual harassment shall be distributed to all staff members.
Staff or pupils may file a formal grievance related to harassment on any of the grounds addressed in this policy. The affirmative action officer will receive all complaints and carry out a prompt and thorough investigation, and will protect the rights of both the person making the complaint and the alleged harasser.
Findings of discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action.
School and Classroom Practices
A. In implementing affirmative action, the district shall:
1. Identify and correct the denial of equality of educational opportunities for pupils solely on the basis of
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any classification protected by law; 2. Continually reexamine and modify, as may be necessary, its school and classroom programs; location and use of facilities; its curriculum development program and its instructional materials; availability of programs for children; and equal access of all eligible pupils to all extracurricular programs.
B. The board shall provide all students with equal and bias-free access to all school facilities, courses, programs, activities, and services, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status, by:
1. Ensuring equal and barrier-free access to all school and classroom facilities; 2. Attaining within each school minority representation that approximates the school district's overall minority representation. Exact apportionment is not required; the ultimate goal is a reasonable plan achieving the greatest degree of racial balance that is feasible and consistent with sound educational values and procedures; 3. Utilizing on an annual basis a State-approved English language proficiency measure for determining the special needs of English language learners and their progress in learning English; 4. Utilizing bias-free multiple measures for determining the special needs of students with disabilities; 5. Ensuring support services, including intervention and referral services and school health services; and 6. Ensuring a student is not discriminated against because of a medical condition. A student shall not be excluded from any education program or activity because of a long-term medical condition unless a physician certifies such exclusion is necessary. If excluded, the student shall be provided with equivalent and timely instruction that may include home instruction, without prejudice or penalty.
These topics are included in the pupil and instruction policies of the district at #5145.4 Equal educational opportunity, #6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action, and #6145 Extracurricular activities.
Contract/Employment Practices
The district directs the chief school administrator to ensure that appropriate administrators implement the district's affirmative action policies by:
A. Adhering to the administrative code in selection of vendors and suppliers; informing vendors and suppliers that their employees are bound by the district's affirmative action policies in their contacts with district staff and pupils;
B. Continuing implementation and refinement of existing practices and affirmative action plans, making certain that all recruitment, hiring, evaluation, training, promotion, personnel-management practices and collective bargaining agreements are structured and administered in a manner that furthers equal employment opportunity principles and eliminates discrimination on any basis protected by law, holding inservice programs on affirmative action for all staff in accordance with law.
These topics are included in the business and noninstructional operations, and the personnel policies of the district at #3320, #3327, #4111.1 and #4211.1.
Disabled
In addition to prohibiting educational and employment decisions based on nonapplicable disabling condition,
4 File Code: 2224 NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (continued) the district shall, as much as feasible, make facilities accessible to disabled pupils, employees and members of the community as intended by Section 504 and as specified in the administrative code.
Report on Implementation
The chief school administrator shall devise regulations, including grievance forms and procedures to implement the district's affirmative action policies. He/she shall report to the board annually on the effectiveness of this policy and the implementing procedures.
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING September 22, 2016
Key Words
Affirmative Action, Discrimination, Americans With Disabilities Act, Access, Nondiscrimination, Sexual Harassment, Harassment, Equal Educational Opportunity, Domestic Partnership Act
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:16-1 Bias intimidation N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4 Harassment N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:6-5 Inquiry as to religion and religious tests prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:6-6 No sex discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-17 Facilities for handicapped persons N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1 Citizenship of teachers, etc. N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1.1 Residence requirements prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:29-2 Equality of compensation for male and female teachers N.J.S.A. 18A:35-1 et seq. Curriculum and courses N.J.S.A. 18A:37-14 through -19 Harassment, intimidation, and bullying defined; definitions N.J.S.A. 18A:38-5.1 et seq. Attendance at school N.J.S.A. 18A:36-20 Discrimination; prohibition N.J.S.A. 26:8A-1 et seq. Domestic Partnership Act N.J.A.C. 5:23-7.1 et seq. Barrier free subcode of the uniform construction code N.J.A.C. 5:23-1.1 et seq. Uniform construction code N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.4, -1.5, -1.6, -1.7, -1.8 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
New Jersey State Constitution, Article I, Paragraph 5, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000 et seq.
Executive Order 11246 as amended
29 U.S.C.A. 201 § 206 - Equal Pay Act of 1963 as amended 5 File Code: 2224 NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (continued)
20 U.S.C.A. 1681 et seq - Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
42 U.S.C.A. 2000e et seq. - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunities Act of 1972
29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
20 U.S.C.A. 1401 et seq. - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Meritor Savings Bank v. Vinson, 477 U.S. 57 (1986)
School Board of Nassau County v. Arline, 480 U.S. 273 (1987)
Vinson v. Superior Court of Alameda County, 740 P. 2d 404 (Cal. Sup. Ct. 1987)
State v. Mortimer, 135 N.J. 517 (1994)
Taxman v. Piscataway Bd. of Ed. 91 F. 3d 1547 (3d Cir. 1996)
Davis v. Monroe County Board of Education, 526 U.S. 629 (1999)
Saxe v. State College Area School Dist., 240 F. 3d 200 (3d Cir. 2001)
L.W. v. Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education, N.J., No. A-111-05 (Feb. 22, 2007), 2007 N.J. LEXIS 184. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that a school district may be held liable under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 to -49, when students harass another student because of his perceived sexual orientation. A district school will be liable for such harassment if it knew or should have known of the harassment but failed to take reasonable remedial actions. The matter was remanded to the Director of the Division on Civil Rights.
Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey Department of Education
Possible Cross References: *3320 Purchasing procedures *4111 Recruitment, selection and hiring *4111.1/4211.1 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4131/4131.1 Staff development; inservice education/visitations/conferences *4211 Recruitment, selection and hiring *4231/4231.1 Staff development; inservice education/visitations/conferences *5131 Conduct/discipline *5131.1 Harassment, intimidation and bullying *5145.4 Equal educational opportunity *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *6145 Extracurricular activities
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 2240 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
RESEARCH, EVALUATION AND PLANNING
As required by law, the superintendent shall annually direct development or review of district long- and short-range goals and the plan of action to attain them. Objectives shall be developed with community participation and approved by the board of education; the plan of action shall be prepared in consultation with teaching staff members. The district's plans shall be discussed at a public meeting before the date required by law.
Further, the superintendent shall coordinate continual research and evaluation of programs and facilities. The master plan shall be studied and revised periodically to keep it in accord with the changing circumstances and aspirations of the district.
State Monitoring
The superintendent shall ensure and coordinate the District Performance Review every three years, in compliance with New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC). Upon completion of the district’s conduct of the District Performance Review, the board shall fix a date, place and time for the holding of a public meeting for approval by board resolution. The board shall comply with meeting procedures specified in N.J.A.C. 6A:30-3.2.
School-Level Planning Planning at the School Level
By September 30, the The principal of each school in the district shall coordinate development and implementation of a two-year school-level plan based on school report card data. This plan shall include student performance objectives, a review of progress by teaching and administrative staff, and the involvement of parents.
The performance objectives shall be based on student performance or achievement and behavior standards as defined in the administrative code.
At least once per semester, the principal of each school shall conduct meetings by grade level, department, team or similarly appropriate group to review the school-level each school plan. The review shall include:
A. School report card data;
B. Progress toward achieving student performance objectives;
C. Progress toward achieving common core state standards.student achievement of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
Each principal shall sign a statement of assurance attesting to these activities on the form prescribed by the commissioner of education.
The superintendent will supervise the preparation and timely submission of accurate reports in order to ensure compliance with all federal, state, county and local laws and regulations, board policies, contract terms and conditions. The superintendent will promptly prepare and file updates and revisions to reports whenever new information becomes available that would require that an amended report be submitted. The superintendent may delegate the preparation and revision of reports to other employees of the board.
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However, the superintendent retains final responsibility for the action taken when tasks are delegated. If the revisions and corrections are so significant as to compromise the basic integrity of the report, the superintendent will inform the board president in order that appropriate corrective action may be taken by the board.
Adopted: September 23, 1993 NJSBA Review/Update: October 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Research, Evaluation, Planning, Long-range Plan, Multi-year Maintenance, School Level Plan
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq. Open Public Meetings Act N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-10 Evaluation of performance of each school N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-11 Annual report of local school district; contents; annual report of commissioner; report on improvement of basic skills N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-14 Review of evaluation of district performance N.J.S.A. 18A:7F-6 Approval of budget by Commissioner N.J.S.A. 18A:7F-46 Review, update of core curriculum content standards; Educational Adequacy Report N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.1 et seq. Standards and Assessments N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:26-2.1 et seq. Long-Range Facilities Plans N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1 et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-2.1 Definitions N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.2 School-level planning N.J.A.C. 6A:32-13.1 et seq. Student Behavior N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A., 6301 et seq. Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015, Pub. L. 114-95, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.
Possible Cross References: *1120 Board of education meetings *1220 Ad hoc advisory committees *2255 Action planning for NJQSAC *3510 Operation and maintenance of plant *5020 Role of parents/guardians *6142.2 English as a second language; bilingual/bicultural *6171.4 Special education *7110 Long-range facilities planning *9130 Committees
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4111 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING
The board guarantees equal employment, advancement opportunity and equal pay for equal work for all people regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, disability or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test, pregnancy or other conditions not related to the duties and responsibilities of the job.
The board believes that the quality of the professional staff in large part determines the quality of the education offered district pupils. Therefore, the chief school administrator shall have the responsibility of locating and recruiting the best qualified candidates to provide for the identified needs of district pupils. Recruiting practices shall include measures for targeting underrepresented populations in every category of employment.
Provisional teaching candidates shall be given equal consideration with all other candidates for teaching positions. The chief school administrator shall follow all requirements of the administrative code in providing the necessary training program for all teachers hired with provisional certificates.
In accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act Aall teachers hired by the board for programs in the district supported with Title I, part A funds shall be highly qualified, as defined by federal law shall meet the State certification and licensure requirements. All teachers of core academic subjects (English, reading/language arts, mathematics, science, foreign languages, civics/government, economics, arts, history and government) hired by the board shall be highly qualified. possess the appropriate certification including having a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning and:
A. Complete an undergraduate major in the appropriate subject area;
B. Hold a graduate degree in the subject area; or
C. Complete at least 30 credits in a coherent sequence of courses appropriate to the subject area.
The chief school administrator or his or her designee shall ensure that the district’s employment application process and pre-employment inquiry and interview process conform to the guidelines of the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights and the Law Against Discrimination.
It shall be the duty of the chief school administrator to see that persons nominated for employment shall meet all qualifications established by state or federal law, including the successful completion of a criminal history check, proof of citizenship or eligible alien status, and certification for the type of position for which nomination is made.
The chief school administrator shall take steps to verify the academic credentials of any potential candidate for employment, and ensure any degrees cited, academic coursework or credits completed, or titles claimed by an individual have been granted by an accredited institution of higher education. For chief school administrator candidates, the board shall take similar steps. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the candidate supplies official transcripts to verify that credentials are from an accredited institution. The board
File Code: 4111 RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING (continued) secretary shall have responsibility for ensuring the documents are received, verifying credentials, and reporting to the board on the process. Documents shall not be accepted from non-accredited institutions or any fraudulent source. If a current employee is found to have obtained employment, tuition reimbursement or increased salary based on documents or credentials obtained from a non- accredited institution, the board will take appropriate action, up to and including the possible discharge of the individual and/or obtaining a refund of the tuition reimbursement or increased salary.
The chief school administrator shall recommend for employment those individuals who, in his/her opinion, are best qualified to fill the vacancy without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, disability or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test, pregnancy or other conditions not related to the duties and responsibilities of the job.
The chief school administrator shall prepare and maintain job descriptions that define the duties, responsibilities and qualifications required for each position. The board shall adopt those job descriptions required by law or code and others as appropriate.
The board shall not pay tuition reimbursement, salary increases, or approve promotions for any employee based on credits earned from a non-accredited institution. If a current employee is found to have obtained employment, tuition reimbursement or increased salary based on documents or credentials obtained from a non-accredited institution, the board will take appropriate action, up to and including the possible discharge of the individual and/or obtaining a refund of the tuition reimbursement or increased salary.
The chief school administrator in determining the candidates to be nominated shall seek information whenever possible from the candidate's prior employers.
The board shall affirm employment and initial placement on the salary guide by a recorded roll call majority vote of the full membership of the board.
The board shall appoint all staff members only from nominations made by the chief school administrator. Should a nominee be rejected, it shall be the duty of the chief school administrator to make other nominations.
Residency Requirements
Every employee hired by the board shall have their principal residence with the State of New Jersey. For the purposes of this policy an employee may have only one principal residence which shall be defined as:
A. Where the employee spends the majority of their nonworking time;
B. Is most clearly the center of the employee’s domestic life; and
C. The employee’s designated legal address and legal residence for voting.
The fact that an employee is either domiciled or owns a home or property in the State of New Jersey shall not by itself satisfy the requirement of principal residence.
Exemptions
A. An employee hired on or after September 1, 2011 who is not a resident when hired shall receive one year to establish residency in New Jersey. If the employee fails to establish residency within that 2 File Code: 4111 RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING (continued)
year, he/she shall be deemed unqualified for employment and shall be removed pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7(d);
B. An existing employee who was not a resident of New Jersey on or prior to September 1, 2011 is exempted from this policy, if he/she has not had a break in public service for a period of time greater than seven days this exemption shall not apply;
C. An employee hired by the district who was a non-resident public employee prior to September 1, 2011 is exempted from this policy unless. However, if he/she has not had a break in public service for a period of time greater than seven days this exemption shall not apply;
D. A break in public service shall be defined as an actual separation from employment for more than seven calendar days due to such causes as resignation, retirement, layoff, or disciplinary removal. But a leave of absence shall not be considered a break in public service.
E. An employee may request an exemption made to the State committee formed under N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 on a basis of critical need or hardship. The decision on whether to approve an application of the employee shall be made by a majority vote of this committee. If this committee fails to act within 30 days after receipt of the employee’s application, no exemption shall be granted and the residency requirements set forth in this policy shall be in effect.
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Recruitment, Selection and Hiring; Hiring; Nondiscrimination; Affirmative Action, Background Check, Personnel Background Check, Domestic Partnership Act, Residency Requirements
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination See particularly: N.J.S.A. 10-5-3 N.J.S.A. 18A:3-15.21 et seq Fraudulently issued, obtained, forged or altered degree or certification; use in connection with business or occupation N.J.S.A. 18A:6-5 Inquiry as to religion and religious tests prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:6-6 No sex discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, -7.5 Criminal history record; employee in regular contact with pupils; grounds for disqualification from employment; exception N.J.S.A. 18A:6-76.1 Deadline for notification to students of requirements of provisional certificate and induction program N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:13-40 General powers and duties of board of newly created regional districts N.J.S.A. 18A:16-1 Officers and employees in general N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1, -1.1, -2 Citizenship of teachers, etc. N.J.S.A. 18A:27-1 et seq. Employment and Contracts See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4.1 3 File Code: 4111 RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING (continued)
N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 26:8A-1 et seq. Domestic Partnership Act N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 Residency Requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly: N.J.S.A.A.C. 6A:7-1.4,-1.8 N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-5.8 Endorsement Requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-6.1 et seq. Types of Certificates N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-8.1 et seq. Requirements for Instructional Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-11.1 et seq. Exceptions for the Requirements for the Instructional Certificate N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-12.1 et seq. Requirements for Administrative Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:10:1.1 et seq. Educator effectiveness N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.1 Employment of teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:32-5.1 Standards for determining seniority
42 U.S.C.A. 2000e et seq. - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunities Act of 1972
29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
8 U.S.C.A. 1100 et seq. - Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986
42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.
Old Bridge Education Association v. Old Bridge Township Bd. of Ed., 1986 S.L.D. 1917
Taxman v. Piscataway Bd. of Ed., 91 F. 3d 1547 (3d Cir. 1996)
The Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey Department of Education
Possible Cross References: 2130 Administrative staff *2131 Chief school administrator 4000 Concepts and roles in personnel *4111.1/4211.1 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4112.2 Certification *4112.4/4212.4 Employee health 4112.5/4212.5 Criminal history check *4112.6/4212.6 Personnel records *4112.8/4212.8 Nepotism *4121 Substitute teachers *4222 Noninstructional aides *5120 Assessment of individual needs *6010 Goals and objectives
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
4 WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4111.1/4211.1 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
The board of education guarantees to all persons equal access to all categories of employment, retention and advancement in this district, regardless assignment to a position, transfer, and promotion in the district. The board shall not assign, transfer, promote, or retain staff, or fail to assign, transfer, promote, or retain staff, on the sole basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, pregnancy, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, nationality, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, nonapplicable disability or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test.
An affirmative action/equity program shall be a part of every aspect of employment not limited to but including upgrading; demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; renewal or non-renewal; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation including fringe benefits; employment selection or selection for training and apprenticeships; promotion; or tenure.
The board-designated affirmative action officer shall identify and recommend correction of any existing inequities, and any that occur in the future.
Affirmative Action Officer and Team
The board designated affirmative action officer shall:
A. In collaboration with the affirmative action team coordinate the required professional development training for certificated and non-certificated staff; B. Notify all employees of district grievance procedures for handling discrimination complaints; and C. Ensure that the district grievance procedures, including investigative responsibilities and reporting information, are followed (see board policy 2224 Nondiscrimination/Affirmative Action).
Harassment and Favoritism
The board of education is an affirmative action employer and holds all its employees responsible for maintaining a working environment that is free from all discriminatory practices. Harassment or favoritism on any basis included in the board's statement of equal access to employment, retention and advancement is prohibited.
Administrators and supervisors shall be familiarized with the actions that constitute harassment and favoritism. This material shall be included in the legally mandated affirmative action inservice training for all employees, and shall be clear and specific (see policy 2224). When harassment has been determined to have taken place, appropriate disciplinary action will follow. All such determinations shall be reported to the board.
Sexual Harassment
The board of education shall maintain a working environment that is free from sexual harassment.
Administrators and supervisors will make it clear to all staff that sexual harassment is prohibited. No supervisory employee shall threaten or insinuate, either directly or indirectly, that an employee's refusal to File Code: 4111.1/4211.1 NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (continued) submit to sexual advances will adversely affect the employee's continued employment, evaluation, compensation, assignment or advancement. No supervisory employee shall promise or suggest, either directly or indirectly, that an employee's submission to sexual advances will result in any improvement in any term or condition of employment of an employee. Sexually harassing conduct committed by nonsupervisory personnel is also prohibited.
Sexual harassment shall include, but not be limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
A. Submission to the conduct or communication is made a term or condition of employment or education;
B. Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct or communication is the basis for decisions affecting employment and assignment or education;
C. The conduct or communication has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or education;
D. The conduct or communication has the effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working or educational environment.
Sexual harassment of staff or children interferes with the learning process and will not be tolerated in the Woodbridge Township schools. Harassment by board members, employees, parents, students, vendors and others doing business with the district is prohibited. Any child or staff member who has knowledge of or feels victimized by sexual harassment should immediately report his/her allegation to the affirmative action officer or building principal. Anyone else who has knowledge of or feels victimized by sexual harassment should immediately report his/her allegation to the chief school administrator or board president. Employees whose behavior is found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to the investigation procedure which may result in discipline, up to and including dismissal. Other individuals whose behavior is found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to appropriate sanctions as determined and imposed by the chief school administrator/board. Law enforcement shall be summoned when appropriate. This policy statement on sexual harassment shall be distributed to all staff members.
Staff or pupils may file a formal grievance related to harassment on any of the grounds addressed in this policy. The affirmative action officer will receive all complaints and carry out a prompt and thorough investigation, and will protect the rights of both the person making the complaint and the alleged harasser.
Findings of discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action.
Staff may file a formal grievance related to sexual harassment. The Woodbridge Township Board of Education will receive all complaints and carry out a prompt and thorough investigation and will protect the rights of both the person making the complaint and the alleged harasser.
Findings of discrimination in the form of sexual harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action.
Pregnancy
The board prohibits discrimination against pregnant women and those who suffer medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth. The chief school administrator or his or her designee shall ensure that reasonable accommodation are made that will allow them to maintain a healthy pregnancy or recovery from childbirth, without being removed from their positions, placed on unpaid leave, or fired.
The district shall provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant women and those who suffer medical
2 File Code: 4111.1/4211.1 NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (continued) conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, such as bathroom breaks, breaks for increased water intake, periodic rest, assistance with manual labor, job restructuring or modified work schedules, and temporary transfers to less strenuous or hazardous work. Requested accommodations that cause the district an undue hardship are not required by law and shall not be provided.
Employment and Contract Practices
The board shall ensure all persons, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status, have equal and bias-free access to all categories of employment and equal pay for equal work among members of the school district's staff.
The board shall not enter into any contract with a person, agency, or organization that discriminates on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status, either in employment practices or in the provision of benefits or services to students or employees.
The board directs the chief school administrator to ensure that appropriate administrators implement the district's affirmative action policies by:
A. Adhering to the administrative code in selection of vendors and suppliers; informing vendors and suppliers that their employees are bound by the district's affirmative action policies in their contacts with district staff and pupils (see board policy 3327 Relations with Vendors);
B. Continuing implementation and refinement of existing practices and affirmative action plans, making certain that all recruitment, hiring, evaluation, training, promotion, personnel-management practices and collective bargaining agreements are structured and administered in a manner that furthers equal employment opportunity principles and eliminates discrimination on any basis protected by law, holding inservice programs on affirmative action for all staff in accordance with law.
Whistleblower Protection
The board prohibits discrimination or retaliation against any school employee who does any of the following:
A. Discloses or threatens to disclose to a supervisor or to a public body an activity, policy or practice of the board that the employee reasonably believes is in violation of a law, or a rule or regulation established pursuant to law or is fraudulent or criminal, including any activity, policy or practice of deception or misrepresentation which the employee reasonably believes may defraud any shareholder, investor, client, patient, customer, employee, former employee, retiree or pensioner of the employer or any governmental entity;
B. Provides information to, or testifies before, any public body conducting an investigation, hearing or inquiry into any violation of law, or a rule or regulation established pursuant to law by the board including any violation involving deception of, or misrepresentation; or
C. Objects to, or refuses to participate in any activity, policy or practice which the employee reasonably believes is in violation of law, rule or regulation; is fraudulent or criminal; or is incompatible with public health, safety or welfare or protection of the environment.
The board shall ensure that notices are posted conspicuously in each school, informing employees that they are protected under the Conscientious Employee Protection Act.
Appeals
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Grievances related to equity in employment practices shall be submitted to the affirmative action officer. Any individual may petition the Commissioner in writing to resolve a dispute arising related to equity in employment practices. Report on Implementation
The chief school administrator shall devise regulations, including grievance forms and procedures to implement this policy. He/she shall be responsible for informing staff annually of the identity and location of the affirmative action officer and the implementing procedures.
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Affirmative Action, Nondiscrimination, Employee Nondiscrimination/Affirmative Action, Domestic Partnership Act
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination See particularly: N.J.S.A. 10:5-3, -3.1,-4.1, -12, -27 N.J.S.A. 18A:6-5 Inquiry as to religion and religious tests prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:6-6 No sex discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-17 Facilities for handicapped persons N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1 Citizenship of teachers, etc. N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1.1 Residence requirements prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:29-2 Equality of compensation for male and female teachers N.J.S.A. 18A:36-20 Discrimination Prohibition N.J.S.A. 26:8A-1 et seq. Domestic Partnership Act N.J.S.A. 34:19-1 et seq. Conscientious Employee Protection Act N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly N.J.S.A. 34-19-3: N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.4, -1.5, -1.6, -1.8 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
Executive Order 11246 as amended
29 U.S.C.A. 201 - Equal Pay Act of 1963 as amended
20 U.S.C.A. 1681 et seq. - Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
42 U.S.C.A. 2000e et seq. - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunities Act of 1972
29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
20 U.S.C.A. 1401 et seq. - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
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42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Meritor Savings Bank v. Vinson, 477 U.S. 57 (1986)
School Board of Nassau County v. Arline, 480 U.S. 273 (1987)
Vinson v. Superior Court of Alameda County, 740 P. 2d 404 (Cal. Sup. Ct. 1987)
Taxman v. Piscataway Bd. of Ed., 91 F. 3d 1547 (3d Cir. 1996)
Saxe v. State College Area School Dist., 240 F. 3d 200 (3d Cir. 2001)
The Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey State Department of Education
Possible Cross References: *2224 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *3320 Purchasing procedures *4111 Recruitment, selection and hiring *4112.8/4212.8 Nepotism *4147/4247 Employee safety *4211 Recruitment, selection and hiring *5145.4 Equal educational opportunity *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4113/4213 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
ASSIGNMENT; TRANSFER
The superintendent shall make certified staff assignments in the manner best calculated, in his/her judgment, to enhance the educational program.
Teaching, supervisory, administrative and support personnel are subject to assignment and transfer after recommendation of the superintendent and approval by the board of education. Procedures for such transfers shall comply with provisions of current negotiated agreements and state and federal law. Disciplinary transfers are prohibited. Particular attention shall be paid to ensuring to the extent possible that there shall be equivalence of teachers and administrative staff among the schools. Discrimination in assignment, transfer and promotion shall not be tolerated (see 2224, 4111 and 4111.1).
No two employees from any one family should be employed at the same school. "From one family" is interpreted to mean siblings, children, spouse, parents, or in-laws of an employee.
The superintendent or his or his designee shall monitor district promotion, assignment and transfer practices to ensure nondiscrimination.
Assignment of Teachers as Coaches
It is the responsibility of the board of education to provide coaches necessary to implement the Interscholastic Athletic Program in the high schools of the district.
A major factor in maintaining a high level of performance among coaches and student interest is the need to have coaches assigned to the schools in which they teach. The board recognizes that the assignment of teachers shall be based primarily on student academic needs and the vacancies existing in the system.
However, it is the intention of the members of the board of education to, wherever possible, assign coaches to the buildings in which their teaching assignments are located. When a teacher who is a coach is assigned to a school building, the coaching assignment shall, wherever possible, be in that building. Should such assignments not be possible, the coaches should then be placed in one of the schools belonging to the same cluster as the school in which they teach.
Adopted: December 21, 1978; January 24, 1991 NJSBA Review/Update: November 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Personnel Assignment, Personnel Transfer, Assignment and Transfer, Assignment, Transfer
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:25-1 Transfer of teaching staff members N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4 Power of boards of education to make rules governing employment of teacher N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4.1 Appointment, transfer, removal, or renewal of officers
File Code: 4113/4213 ASSIGNMENT; TRANSFER (continued)
and employees; exceptions N.J.S.A. 18A:59-1 through -3 Apportionment and distribution of federal funds; exceptions N.J.S.A. 34:13A-1 et seq. New Jersey Employer-Employee Relations Act See particularly: N.J.S.A. 34:13A-23, -25, -27, -29 N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
42 U.S.C.A. 2000d - 2000d4 - Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
20 U.S.C.A. 1681 - Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
20 U.S.C.A. 1401 et seq. - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Hawkins-Stafford Elementary and Secondary School Improvement Act of 1988, (Pub. L. No. 100-297) amending Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.
34 CFR 200.1 to 200.89 - Part 200
34 CFR Part 204
Ridgefield Park Education Association v. Ridgefield Park Board of Education, 78 N.J. 144 (1978)
The Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey State Department of Education Division
Possible Cross References: *2224 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *3220/3230 State funds; federal funds *4111 Recruitment, selection and hiring *4111.1 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4131/4131.1 Staff development; inservice education/visitations/conferences *5145.4 Equal educational opportunity *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *6141 Curriculum design/development *6145 Extracurricular activities *6160 Instructional services and resources *6171.3 At-risk and Title 1 *6171.4 Special education
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4131/4131.1 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education recognizes its legal obligation to provide inservice activities to further the ability of the teaching staff to progress toward achievement of district goals and objectives. It is of particular concern to the board that continuing education for teaching staff provides demonstrable contributions toward student achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
The superintendent shall develop a comprehensive management system for staff professional improvement and shall assist staff members in the area of professional improvement by providing relevant information regarding workshops, professional meetings and course offerings. Professional learning shall incorporate coherent, sustained, and evidence-based strategies that improve educator effectiveness and student achievement, including job-embedded coaching or other forms of assistance to support educators' transfer of new knowledge and skills to their work.
District-Level Professional Development Plans
The chief school administrator or his or her designee shall oversee the development and implementation of a plan to address districts' professional development needs. The school district professional development plan shall be reviewed on an annual basis to assess its effectiveness and revise it, as necessary, to meet the school district's learning goals for students, teachers, and school leaders. When overseeing and annually reviewing the school district plan, the chief school administrator or designee shall:
A. Review school-level professional development plans;
B. Assess the learning needs of students, teachers, and school leaders based on educator evaluation data, school-level plans, and data from school- and district-level performances;
C. Plan, support, and implement professional learning that addresses the New Jersey Student Learning Standards, and that align with the standards for professional learning in N.J.A.C. 6A:9C-3.3 and the Professional Standards for Teachers and the Professional Standards for School Leaders in N.J.A.C. 6A:9-3;
D. Develop and update, as necessary, the district mentoring plan for nontenured teachers, including novice provisional teachers who hold a certificate of eligibility (CE) or a certificate of eligibility with advanced standing (CEAS);
E. Present the plan to the district board of education to review for fiscal impact; and
F. Certify annually to the New Jersey Department of Education, through a statement of assurance, that the school district is meeting the requirements for the school district plan and that it includes requirements of the district mentoring plan.
School districts sending to the same middle and/or high school may form a regional consortium to develop one districtwide plan based on the sending schools' plans.
School-Level Professional Development Plans
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The principal shall oversee the development and implementation of a plan for school-level professional development that shall ensure:
A. The school level plan includes:
1. A description of school-level and team-based professional learning aligned with identified school goals; and 2. Teacher and student learning needs; and
B. All teachers receive the necessary opportunities, support, and resources to complete individual professional development requirements of N.J.A.C. 6A:9C-4.4(s) that at least 20 hours per year of qualifying professional development experiences are provided. The 20-hour annual requirement shall be based on the length of full-time employment and reduced by a pro rata share reflecting part-time employment, or an absence, including the use of family or medical leave.
Professional Development for School Leaders
“School leader” means an administrator whose position requires possession of a school administrator, principal, or supervisor endorsement.
All active school leaders serving on a permanent or interim basis shall complete training on issues of school law, ethics, governance, and harassment, intimidation and bullying (N.J.S.A. 18A:26-8.2); and other statutory requirements related to student safety and well-being. To meet this ongoing requirement, the specific training needs of each school leader will be reviewed annually as part of the professional development planning process.
A. School Leaders
Each school leader shall create, implement, and complete an individual professional development plan that:
1. Aligns with the Professional Standards for School Leaders(N.J.A.C. 6A:9-3.4) and the Standards for Professional Learning; 2. Derives from the results of observations, evidence, and recommendations included in the annual performance evaluation of the chief school administrator, principals, or supervisors; 3. Identifies professional goals that address specific individual, school, or district goals; and 4. Grounds professional development activities in objectives related to improving teaching, learning, and student achievement, and in support of the school and/or district professional development plan. 5. Includes training on: school law, ethics, and governance pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:26-8.2; and other statutory requirements related to student safety, bullying and harassment, and well- being.
B. Professional Development for the Chief School Administrator
Each chief school administrator shall develop an individual PDP for review by his or her district board of education. In developing the individual PDP, the following process shall be followed:
1. Each district board of education shall review each chief school administrator's individual PDP, including the individual training needs and shall ensure the individual PDP aligns to school district goals and to the school district's plan for professional development;
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2. The chief school administrator shall submit annually to the board evidence of progress toward completion of the individual PDP. The chief school administrator also shall submit every three to five years, depending on the length of his or her contract with the board, summative evidence of plan completion; 3. The chief school administrator may appeal to the executive county superintendent if he or she disagrees with the district board of education regarding PDP contents or progress toward completion. The executive county superintendent shall have final decision-making authority on all such matters.
C. Professional Development for School Leaders
Leaders whose positions require a principal or supervisor endorsement or whose positions require a chief school administrator's endorsement but who do not serve as a chief school administrator of the district shall develop an individual PDP in collaboration with the chief school administrator, or designee.
Leaders shall provide evidence of progress toward fulfillment of his or her plan. The chief school administrator or designee shall:
1. Review each principal's, supervisor's, or other school leader's individual PDP, including individual training needs and shall ensure it aligns to school and school district goals and the school district's plan for professional development; 2. Meet with the principal, supervisor, or other school leader at mid-year to assess progress toward his or her PDP's completion or modification; and 3. Review the individual PDP's status as part of the principal's, supervisor's, or other school leader's annual performance evaluation.
D. Evidence of Progress and Maintaining Record
The school leader's designated supervisor, or the board in the case of the chief school administrator, shall:
1. Use the performance evaluation process and professional development planning process to monitor the school leader's progress in meeting the professional development requirements. If a school leader's progress is found to be inadequate, the school leader's designated supervisor or the board in the case of the chief school administrator shall take appropriate remedial action by applying sound and accepted principles of progressive supervision and other appropriate means; and 2. Maintain accurate records of each school leader's progress in meeting the individual professional development requirements. Such records shall include a copy of each school leader's current PDP and timeline, as well as any documentation and evidence showing the school leader's progress toward meeting the plan's requirements.
E. If a school leader leaves the employ of one New Jersey school district and is hired by another, the school leader's designated supervisor, or the board in the case of the chief school administrator, shall ensure a revised individual PDP appropriate to the new assignment is developed in collaboration with the school leader.
Professional Development for Teachers
Each teacher shall be guided by an individualized professional development plan (PDP), which shall
3 File Code: 4131/4131.1 STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/ VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES (continued) include at least 20 hours per year of qualifying activities. The 20-hour annual requirement shall be based on the length of full-time employment and reduced by a pro rata share reflecting part-time employment, or an absence, including the use of family or medical leave..
The content of each PDP shall be developed by each teacher's supervisor in consultation with the teacher and shall align with the Professional Standards for Teachers in N.J.A.C. 6A:9-3.3 and the Standards for Professional Learning in N.J.A.C. 6A:9C-3.3. The individual PDP shall be effective for one year and shall specify, at a minimum:
A. One area for development of professional practice derived from the results of observations and evidence accumulated through the teacher's annual performance evaluation;
B. One area for development of professional practice derived from individual collaborative or school district improvement goals:
Progress on the individual PDP shall be discussed at the annual summary conference as detailed in board policy 4116 Evaluation of Teaching Staff Members and law (N.J.A.C. 6A:10-2.4). Evidence of progress toward meeting the requirements of the teacher’s individual PDP, may be provided by the teacher and /or his or her supervisor, and shall be reviewed as part of each annual summary conference.
All teachers governed by the professional development requirements shall have an individual PDP within 30 instructional days of the beginning of their respective teaching assignments. A teacher's individual PDP goals may necessitate more than the recommended minimum requirements of 20 hours of professional development annually. Additional hours of qualifying experiences may be required for teachers in low-performing schools, as determined by the Commissioner.
A teacher's individual PDP goals may necessitate more than the recommended minimum requirements. The PDP shall accommodate additional professional development as necessary. Additional hours of qualifying activities may be required for teachers placed on a corrective action plan or teachers in low-performing schools, as determined by the Commissioner.
The board of education shall ensure that all teachers receive the necessary opportunities, support, and resources to engage in ongoing professional learning and to complete the requirements of their respective PDPs.
Supervisor Responsibilities in the Development of Profession Development Plans (PDP)
The teacher's designated supervisor shall:
A. Use the teacher performance evaluation process and the professional development planning process to monitor each teacher's progress in meeting the professional development requirements. The designated supervisor shall take appropriate steps to assure such progress. If a teacher's progress is found to be inadequate, the teacher's designated supervisor shall take appropriate remedial action by applying sound and accepted principles of progressive supervision and other appropriate means; and
B. Maintain accurate records of each teacher's progress in meeting the individual professional development requirements. Such records shall include a copy of each teacher's current PDP and timeline, as well as any documentation and evidence showing the teacher's progress toward meeting the plan's requirements
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If a teacher leaves the employ of one New Jersey school district and is hired by another, the former district of employment shall share the teacher's individual PDP and all supporting documentation with the new employing school district. If the current individual PDP is found to be unsuitable to the teacher's new assignment, the new employing school district shall ensure a revised individual PDP and timeline is created within 30 days of hire by the employee's new supervisor in collaboration with the new teacher.
Achievement Gap and Inequity
The board shall on a continuing basis, provide professional development training for all school personnel (certified and noncertified) to identify and resolve problems associated with the student achievement gap and other inequities arising from prejudice on the basis of protected status. Parents/guardians and other community members shall be invited to participate in the professional development training. Newly hired certified and noncertified staff shall be provided professional development training on educational equity issues within the first year of employment.
To be in compliance with state requirements, each teacher employed in this district as of the effective date specified in code shall complete 100 clock hours of state-approved continuing professional development and/or inservice every five years. Appropriate steps toward achieving this goal shall be included in the content of each teaching staff member's annual professional development plan (PDP). It is the individual teacher’s responsibility in accordance with district policies, to assure that a teacher meets the professional development requirement. There is no mandated financial obligation on the part of the district.
The 100-hour requirement may be satisfied through a combination of state-approved experiences including: formal courses and conferences sponsored by colleges, district boards of education, professional associations, training organizations or other entities recommended by the Professional Teaching Standards Board and approved by the Commissioner of Education. Part or the entire 100-hour requirement may be satisfied through an inservice program that has been approved by the County Professional Development Board under standards established by the Commissioner based on the recommendation of the Professional Teaching Standards Board. Completion of each actual hour of approved training shall satisfy the requirement for one hour of continuing education.
In accordance with administrative code, the board shall establish a Professional Development Committee in order to assess inservice needs and professional development opportunities and to plan and implement professional development programs to assure that the students of this district achieve the Core Curriculum Content Standards. This committee shall be comprised of four teachers, elected by the instructional staff through its majority representative and two administrative staff appointed by the superintendent. The committee shall include the superintendent as an ex officio member and shall solicit input from parents, community members and local business leaders. Plans developed by the committee shall be submitted for approval to the County Professional Development Board and then to the board of education.
The board of education reserves the right to deny any plan that fails to advance district goals and objectives; is not conducive to student achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards; or contravenes current negotiated agreements, other board policies, student safety and well-being, continuity of the instructional program, or budgetary constraints.
Staff participation that may require released time and/or financial reimbursement from the board will be determined by the board of education after recommendation by the superintendent.
Staff members who participate in out-of-district programs at board expense shall submit a written report highlighting the main thrust and ideas observed by the participant.
5 File Code: 4131/4131.1 STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/ VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES (continued)
Mandated Inservice Programs
The superintendent shall arrange development of appropriate inservice presentations, seminars and/or workshops on equity issues, special education, child abuse and neglect, suicide prevention, drug/alcohol abuse awareness, harassment, intimidation and bullying, handling blood and body fluids, possible hazardous substances in the workplace, crises response, school violence and other topics specifically required by federal or New Jersey law. These required presentations, seminars and/or workshops shall not count automatically toward the required 100 clock hours of continuing education every five years.
NJSBA Review/Update: November 2011 Adopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Staff Development, Professional Inservice, Visitations, Conferences, Continuing Education
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:6-111 et seq. Instruction in Suicide Prevention See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:6-112 Instruction in suicide prevention for public school teaching staff N.J.S.A. 18A:6-117 et seq. Teacher Effectiveness and Accountability for the Children N.J.S.A. 18A:6-128 Ongoing professional development; corrective action plan N.J.S.A. 18A:6-130 et seq. Professional development N.J.S.A. 18A:6-113 Instruction in suicide prevention in public school curriculum N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-11 Reports be school districts, commissioner; interim review N.J.S.A. 18A:17-46 Act of violence; report by school employee; notice of action taken; annual report N.J.S.A. 18A:26-8.2 “School leader” defined training on ethics and governance; collaborative training model as part of professional development N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4 Power of boards of education to make rules governing employment of teacher, etc. N.J.S.A. 18A:30-7 Power of boards of education to pay salaries N.J.S.A. 18A:31-2 Attendance at conventions of New Jersey Education N.J.S.A. 18A:37-17 Establishment of Bullying Prevention Programs and Approaches N.J.S.A. 18A:37-21 School Safety Team N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-3 Initial inservice training programs; curriculum; See particularly: availability N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-3a, -18c N.J.S.A. 34:5A-10 Retention of workplace surveys N.J.S.A. 34:5A-13 Employee education and training program; certification of instructors N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.6 Professional development N.J.A.C. 6A:9-1.1 et seq. Professional standards
6 File Code: 4131/4131.1 STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/ VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES (continued)
of instructors N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.6 Professional development N.J.A.C. 6A:9-1.1 et seq. Professional standards N.J.A.C. 6A:9C-1.1 et seq. Required professional development for teachers and school leaders See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9C-4.1 through -4.4 N.J.A.C. 6A:10-2.4 Evaluation of all teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:10-2.5 Corrective action plans for all teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:10-4.1 et seq. Components of teacher evaluation
N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.2(b)13 District eligibility for assistance under IDEA Part B N.J.A.C. 6A:15-1.8 Inservice training N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.1et seq. Programs to Support Student Development See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:16-3.1(a)4, -5.1(d)Inservice training, alcohol, tobacco, drug prevention, 6.2(b)12 safety and security, cooperation with law enforcement N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.7 Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1et seq. Reporting potentially missing, abused or neglected Children or attempted or completed suicide N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.1 Employment of teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.4 Evaluation of tenured teaching staff members N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.5 Evaluation of nontenured teaching staff members
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq. Every Student Succeeds Act, Pub. L. 114-95,, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq
The Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey State Department of Education
Possible Cross References: *4115 Supervision *4116 Evaluation 4133 Travel/reimbursement *4231/4231.1 Staff development; inservice education/visitations/conferences *5131.6 Drugs, alcohol, tobacco (substance abuse) *5141 Health *5141.4 Child abuse and neglect *6142.2 English as a second language; bilingual/bicultural *6171.3 At-risk and Title 1 *6171.4 Special education
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4211 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING
The board guarantees equal employment, advancement opportunity and equal pay for equal work for all people regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, disability or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test, pregnancy or other conditions not related to the duties and responsibilities of the job.
The chief school administrator shall have the responsibility of locating and recruiting the best qualified candidates to provide for the identified needs of the district. Recruiting practices shall include measures for targeting underrepresented populations in every category of employment.
The chief school administrator or his or her designee shall ensure that the district’s employment application process and pre-employment inquiry and interview process conform to the guidelines of the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights and the Law Against Discrimination.
The board of education shall appoint all staff members only from nominations made by the chief school administrator. All appointments shall be by recorded roll call majority vote of the full membership of the board. The chief school administrator shall adhere to the following in recruiting and interviewing candidates:
A. There will be no discrimination in the employment process in regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, pregnancy, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, nationality, disability, or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test, or other conditions not related to the duties and responsibilities of the job;
B. All candidates must have training and/or actual work experience in the vacant position, and an acceptable level of proficiency; and
C. It shall be the duty of the Director of Personnel Services to see that persons nominated for employment shall meet all qualifications established by state or federal law, including the completion of a criminal history check and proof of citizenship or eligible alien status.
The chief school administrator is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of job descriptions that define the duties, responsibilities and qualifications required for each support position. The board shall adopt those job descriptions required by law or code and others as appropriate.
The employment of any candidate is not official until the contract is approved by the board of education and signed by the candidate. It shall be the responsibility of the chief school administrator to communicate this fact to all candidates.
Residency Requirements
Every employee hired by the board shall have their principal residence with the State of New Jersey. For
File Code: 4211 RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING (continued) the purposes of this policy an employee may have only one principal residence which shall be defined as:
A. Where the employee spends the majority of their nonworking time;
B. Is most clearly the center of the employee’s domestic life; and
C. The employee’s designated legal address and legal residence for voting.
The fact that an employee is either domiciled or owns a home or property in the State of New Jersey shall not by itself satisfy the requirement of principal residence.
Exemptions
A. An employee hired on or after September 1, 2011 who is not a resident when hired shall receive one year to establish residency in New Jersey. If the employee fails to establish residency within that year, he/she shall be deemed unqualified for employment and shall be removed pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7(d);
B. An existing employee who was not a resident of New Jersey on or prior to September 1, 2011 is exempted from this policy, if he/she has not had a break in public service for a period of time greater than seven days However if he/she has had a break in public service for a period of time greater than seven days this exemption shall not apply ;
C. An employee hired by the district who was a non-resident public employee prior to September 1, 2011 is exempted from this policy, unless he/she has not had a break in public service for a period of time greater than seven days;
D. A break in public service shall be defined as an actual separation from employment for more than seven calendar days due to such causes as resignation, retirement, layoff, or disciplinary removal. But a leave of absence caused by accepting a new appointment within the district shall not be considered a break in public service.
E. An employee may request an exemption to the State committee formed under N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 on a basis of critical need or hardship. The decision on whether to approve an application of the employee shall be made by a majority vote of this committee. If this committee fails to act within 30 days after receipt of the employee’s application, no exemption shall be granted and the residency requirements set forth in this policy shall be in effect.
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Recruitment, Selection and Hiring; Hiring; Nondiscrimination; Affirmative Action, Background Check, Personnel Background Check, Domestic Partnership Act, Residency Requirements
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:3-15.2 Fraudulently issued, obtained, forged or altered degree or 2 File Code: 4211 RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING (continued)
certification; use in connection with business or occupation N.J.S.A. 18A:6-5 Inquiry as to religion and religious tests prohibited N.J.S.A. 18A:6-6 No sex discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1, -7.5 Criminal history record; employee in regular contact with pupils; grounds for disqualification from employment; exception N.J.S.A. 18A:6-76.1 Deadline for notification to students of requirements of provisional certificate and induction program N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:13-40 General powers and duties of board of newly created regional districts N.J.S.A. 18A:16-1 Officers and employees in general N.J.S.A. 18A:26-1, -1.1, -2 Citizenship of teachers, etc. N.J.S.A. 18A:27-1 et seq. Employment and Contracts See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:27-4.1 N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 26:8A-1 et seq. Domestic Partnership Act N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 Residency Requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.4,-1.8 N.J.A.C. 6A:9-6.1 et seq. Types of Certificates N.J.A.C. 6A:9-8.1 et seq. Requirements for Instructional Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:9-11.1 et seq. Exceptions for the Requirements for the Instructional Certificate N.J.A.C. 6A:9-12.1 et seq. Requirements for Administrative Certification N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.1 Employment of teaching staff N.J.A.C. 6A:32-4.8 Support residencies for regularly certified, inexperienced first-year principals N.J.A.C. 6A:32-5.1 Standards for determining seniority
42 U.S.C.A. 2000e et seq. - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunities Act of 1972
29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
8 U.S.C.A. 1100 et seq. - Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986
42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq. Every Student Succeeds Act, Pub. L. 114-95, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq
Old Bridge Education Association v. Old Bridge Township Bd. of Ed., 1986 S.L.D. 1917
Taxman v. Piscataway Bd. of Ed., 91 F. 3d 1547 (3d Cir. 1996)
The Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey Department of Education
Possible Cross References: 2130 Administrative staff 3 File Code: 4211 RECRUITMENT, SELECTION AND HIRING (continued)
*2131 Chief school administrator 4000 Concepts and roles in personnel *4111.1/4211.1 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4112.2 Certification *4112.4/4212.4 Employee health 4112.5/4212.5 Criminal history check *4112.6/4212.6 Personnel records *4112.8/4212.8 Nepotism *4121 Substitute teachers *4222 Non Instructional aides *5120 Assessment of individual needs *6010 Goals and objectives
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
4 WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIPBOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4219.2 Woodbridge, New Jersey
Policy
DUTY TO REPORT ARREST
Any non-certificated employee who has been arrested and charged with an offense or crime in this State or any other State which would disqualify the employee from public school employment in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1 et seq. or N.J.S.A. 18A:39-19.1 et seq. (as may be amended) must report his or her arrest and the nature of the charges to the superintendent as soon as possible. All staff members shall report their arrest or indictment for any crime or offense to their superintendent within 14 calendar days. The report shall include the date of arrest or indictment and charge(s) lodged against the staff member. Such staff members shall also report to their superintendents the disposition of any charges within seven calendar days of disposition. Failure to comply with these reporting requirements may be deemed “just cause” pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:9B- 4.5. School districts shall make these requirements known to all new employees and to all employees on an annual basis.
If the employee is absent from work and unable to report his or her arrest due to circumstances beyond the employee’s control, then the employee shall report the arrest as soon as he or she returns to work. Thereafter, the employee staff member may be suspended with or without pay in accordance with the law. Each such employee shall keep the superintendent apprised of the status of the charges against him or her. Failure to report an arrest and charge in a timely manner and failure to keep the superintendent apprised of the status of the charges may be the basis for disciplinary action.
Adopted: March 16, 2006 NJSBA Review/Update: November 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Teacher Responsibilities, Duties, Responsibilities
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:4-15 General rule-making power N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-4.1(c) Reporting an arrest or indictment
Possible Cross References: *4112.6/4212.6 Personnel Records *4131/4131.1 Staff Development
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 4231/4231.1 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education recognizes that the skills required of support staff members change with changing technology. In order to ensure both optimum efficiency in district operations, and the continued growth in expertise of the staff, the superintendent shall ensure that appropriate programs of inservice training shall be developed for support staff as necessary.
The superintendent may recommend to the board the granting of leave for attendance of personnel at state, regional, and national job-related meetings without pay deduction and with expenses paid by the school system according to established allowances.
Achievement Gap and Inequity
The board shall on a continuing basis, provide professional development training for all school personnel (certified and noncertified) to identify and resolve problems associated with the student achievement gap and other inequities arising from prejudice. Parents/guardians and other community members shall be invited to participate in the professional development training. Newly hired certified and noncertified staff shall be provided professional development training on educational equity issues within the first year of employment.
Mandated In-Service Programs
The superintendent shall arrange development of appropriate inservice presentations, seminars and/or workshops on equity issues, special education, child abuse and neglect, drug/alcohol abuse awareness, harassment, intimidation and bullying, handling blood and body fluids, possible hazardous substances in the workplace, crisis response, school violence and other topics specifically required by federal or New Jersey law.
NJSBA Review/Update: November 2011 Adopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Staff Development; Inservice; Visitations; Conferences
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:17-46 Act of violence; report by school employee; notice of action taken; annual report N.J.S.A. 18A:30-7 Power of boards of education to pay salaries N.J.S.A. 18A:31-2 Attendance at conventions of New Jersey Education Association N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-3 Initial inservice training programs; curriculum; See particularly: availability N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-3a, -18c N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools)
File Code: 4231/4231.1 STAFF DEVELOPMENT; INSERVICE EDUCATION/ VISITATIONS/CONFERENCES (continued)
N.J.S.A. 34:5A-10 Retention or workplace surveys N.J.S.A. 34:5A-13 Employee education and training program; certification of instructors N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.6 Professional development N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.1 et seq. Programs to Support Student Development See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:16-3.1(a)4, -5.1(d), -6.2(b)12 N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1 et seq. Reporting Allegations of Child Abuse and Neglect N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey State Department of Education
Possible Cross References: *2224 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4215 Supervision *4216 Evaluation 4233 Travel/reimbursement *5141 Health *5141.4 Child abuse and neglect
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
2 WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 5111 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
ADMISSION
I. Eligibility
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education shall admit to its schools free of charge the following persons over five and under 20 years of age:
A. Any student domiciled within the district;
B. Any student kept in the home of a person other than the student’s parent/guardian, where the person is domiciled in the school district and is supporting the student without remuneration as if the student were his/her own child;
C. Any student kept in the home of a person domiciled in the district, other than the parent/guardian, where the parent/guardian is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the reserve component of the United States armed forces and has been ordered into active military service in the United States armed forces in time of war or national emergency;
D. Any student whose parent/guardian temporarily resides within the district, notwithstanding the existence of a domicile elsewhere;
E. Any student whose parent/guardian moves to another district as the result of being homeless, subject to the provisions of administrative code;
F. Any student placed in the home of a district resident by court order pursuant to statute;
G. Any student previously residing in the district if the parent/guardian is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the United States reserves and has been ordered to active service in time of war or national emergency pursuant to statute; and
H. Any student residing on federal property within the state pursuant to statute.
I. When the family of a 12th grade pupil moves out of the township after the opening of school and requests permission to allow her/him to remain until, graduation, he/she may do so without payment of tuition.
J. When a family expects to move into a house in the township prior to November 1st of the school year and requests that the pupil be permitted to start the year in the Woodbridge schools, he/she may do so. However, tuition charges between the period of registration and November 1 will be assessed. Payment of these charges will be expected at the time of registration. If the family moves into the district on or before November 1, these charges will be returned in full to the family. If the family fails to move into Woodbridge on or before November 1, these charges will be kept and additional tuition shall be assessed for all days after November 1 until such time as the family enters residence in the Township.
K. Children of parents moving out of the district after April 1st will be permitted to finish the year without charge.
L. Parents moving from the district prior to April 1st but wishing their children in grades below 12 to continue in school will be charged the full tuition rate from the date of departure until the end of the school year. File Code: 5111 ADMISSION (continued)
M. Students who are in grade 10 or 11 and whose parents move from the district have the option of paying tuition and remaining in the district schools until graduation.
II. Proof of Eligibility
The board shall accept any of the forms of documentation that are listed in the administrative code when they are presented by persons attempting to demonstrate a student’s eligibility for enrollment in the district. The board shall consider the totality of information and documentation offered by an applicant and may accept other forms of documentation or information presented by a person seeking to enroll a student.
The board shall not require or request any information or document protected from disclosure by law or pertaining to criteria that are not legitimate bases for determining eligibility to attend school.
III. Kindergarten
Any child residing in the district shall be admitted to the kindergarten provided:
A. The child will have attained the age of five years on or before October 31 of that school year;
B. Proof shall be furnished of immunization against the communicable diseases at the time of enrollment or such immunization shall be completed within 30 days from date of entry into the school;
C. The child shall have been examined by either the school or a private physician, and the results shall be furnished to the school on the form provided.
IV. Grade One
Any child residing in the district shall be admitted to grade one provided:
A. The child will have attained the age of six years on or before October 31 of that school year;
B. Any new student who will be six years old on or before October 31 may be placed in a kindergarten if it is the judgment of the teacher, principal and parent/guardian that the student will profit more his/her first year by being placed in a kindergarten class rather than in first grade;
C. Proof has been furnished of immunization against communicable diseases.
D. Any pupil who is five years old or older on or before October 31st of the current year who has been in attendance in any private, public, or parochial school shall be admitted upon receipt of transfer. A pupil admitted under these conditions shall be placed in a grade corresponding to the grade in which said pupil was enrolled in the school from which he/she was transferred, except as hereafter provided.
V. Special Circumstances Transfers
A. Mid- Year Transfers Any child who is five years old or older on or before October 31 of the current year who has been in attendance in any private, public, or parochial school shall be admitted upon receipt of mid-year transfer. A student admitted under these conditions shall be placed in a grade corresponding to the grade in which said student was enrolled in the school from which he/she was transferred, except as hereafter provided.
2 File Code: 5111 ADMISSION (continued)
B. September Enrollment Students who are less than six (6) years old as of October 31 will be placed in Kindergarten unless they have completed an accredited Kindergarten program (public or private school).
C. Other Circumstances If there is no transcript from the transfer school, students will be placed chronologically if they meet academic standards of that grade.
VI. Transfers Into Grades Two through 12
Students transferring into the district are expected to present copies of records from the previously attended school (or district) to aid in placement. Also required are proof of immunizations and proof of identity.
Within the time prescribed by law, the superintendent shall request in writing from the school or district of previous attendance, the student's records.
In order to assure assignment to the grade best suited to a student's needs and readiness, placement shall be determined by the school principal working in cooperation with the student's parents or guardian. Placement shall be governed by the following considerations:
A. Age, health, and maturity of the student;
B. Quality and extent of his/her previous educational experience as determined by scholastic record at the school or schools previously attended; and
C. Test results.
Parents/guardians shall be informed of this policy on registration.
VII. Joint Custody
When divorced parents/guardians have joint custody of (a) minor child(ren), admission shall be based on the present address of the parent/guardian with whom the child(ren) resided as of the date required by administrative code.
VIII. Affidavit Students
When there is any doubt as to whether a child is entitled to free public education in the school district, all procedures of law and code shall be followed.
IX. Nonresidents
The district is obliged to educate children of appropriate age residing in the district. The mere owning of any property whatsoever, does not qualify a parent/guardian to send children to school in this school district. See policy 5118 Nonresidents.
X. Students Returning from County Detention
The district shall accept all days of attendance and courses studied by a student at a county juvenile detention center and apply them toward district requirements for elementary, middle or high school graduation. 3 File Code: 5111 ADMISSION (continued)
XI. Homeless Students
The district will determine the educational placement of homeless students in each child's best interest and respond to appeals concerning them made by parents/guardians or other parties in accordance with New Jersey statutes and administrative code, as well as, pertinent federal law.
The board shall make this policy available to parents and the public. Adopted: October 20, 1975 Revised: December 21, 1978; November 19, 1992; April 25, 1996; September 20, 2007 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Admission, Resident, Student Records, Affidavit Student, Homeless Student
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:7B-12 District of residence; determination N.J.S.A. 18A:7B-12.1 Homeless child; responsibility for education; determination of placement; payment of costs N.J.S.A. 18A:7C High School Graduation Standards N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-12 Juvenile detention centers, transfer of credit N.J.S.A. 18A:36-19a Newly enrolled students; records and identification N.J.S.A. 18A:36-25.1 Proof of child’s identity required for enrollment; transfer of record between districts N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 Attendance at school free of charge N.J.S.A. 18A:38-2 Free attendance at school by nonresidents placed in district under court order N.J.S.A. 18A:38-3 Attendance at school by nonresidents N.J.S.A. 18A:38-4 Free attendance to persons over age N.J.S.A. 18A:38-5 Admission of students under age N.J.S.A. 18A:38-5.1 No child to be excluded from school because of race, etc. N.J.S.A. 18A:38-6 Time of admission of students; first school year N.J.S.A. 18A:38-7.7 Legislative findings and declarations N.J.S.A. 18A:38-8 Duty to receive students from other districts N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25 Attendance required of children between six and 16; exceptions N.J.S.A. 18A:40-20 Immunization at public expense N.J.S.A. 18A:44-1 Establishment of nursery schools or departments; eligibility for admission N.J.S.A. 18A:44-2 Establishment of kindergarten; eligibility for admission N.J.S.A. 26:1A-9.1 Exemption of students from mandatory immunization N.J.S.A. 26:4-6 Prohibiting attendance of teachers or students N.J.A.C. 6A:12-3.1 Choice district application procedures N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.1 et seq. Special Education N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2 Required health services N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.4 Required student health records N.J.A.C. 6A:17-1.1 et seq. Students at Risk of Not Receiving a Public Education N.J.A.C. 6A:22-1.1 et seq. Entitlement to Attend School Based on Domicile or 4 File Code: 5111 ADMISSION (continued)
See particularly: Student Residency N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-19.2, -19.3 Method of determining the district of residence N.J.A.C. 6A:32-8.2 School enrollment N.J.A.C. 8:57 Communicable diseases See particularly: N.J.A.C. 8:57-2 N.J.A.C. 8:61-1.1 Attendance at school by students or adults infected by Human Immuno-Deficiency Virus (HIV)
Tepper v. Board of Education of the Township Hackensack, Bergen County, 1971 S.L.D. 549
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.
Plyler v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 (1982)
Plainfield Board of Education v. Cooperman, 105 NJ 587 (1987)
J.A. v. Board of Education of South Orange/Maplewood, 318 N.J. Super. 512 (App.Div.1999)
Possible Cross References: 3240 Tuition income *5118 Nonresidents 5119 Transfers *5120 Assessment of individual needs *5141 Health *5141.2 Illness *5141.3 Health examinations and immunizations 6142.5 Travel and exchange programs *6164.4 Child study team *6171.4 Special education 6174 Summer school 6178 Early childhood education/preschool
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 5114 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION
While the Woodbridge Township Board of Education believes that positive approaches to acceptable behavior are usually more effective, it is sometimes necessary to penalize students for violations of school regulations to ensure the good order of the school and to teach students the consequences of disruptive behavior.
Students who indulge in disruptive behavior may be suspended or expelled. Disruptive behavior includes, but is not limited to:
A. Continued and willful disobedience;
B. Open defiance of the authority of any teacher or person having authority over a student;
C. Actions that constitute a continuing danger to the physical well-being of other students;
D. Physical assault upon another student, a teacher, or any school employee with or without a firearm or other weapon;
E. Taking, or attempting to take, personal property or money from another student whether by force or fear;
F. Willfully causing, or attempting to cause, substantial damage to school property;
G. Taking part in any unauthorized occupancy of a district facility and refusing to leave promptly when directed to do so by a person in authority;
H. Inciting others to take part in an unauthorized occupancy;
I. Inciting other students to truancy;
J. Truancy and class cutting; leaving school property without permission;
K. Poor attendance and lateness;
L. Use or possession of unsafe or illegal articles;
M. Use of any tobacco product on school property;
N. Use, possession or sale of a controlled dangerous substance, drug paraphernalia, anabolic steroids or alcohol;
O. Use of profanity or abusive language;
P. Turning in a false alarm;
Q. Tampering with or damaging property of other students or staff members;
R. Selling or buying lottery tickets or any other gambling paraphernalia on school property;
File Code: 5114 SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION (continued)
S. Harassment, intimidation and bullying. Any student who commits an assault (as defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1) with or without a weapon upon a board member, teacher, administrator or other employee of the board of education shall be suspended from school immediately according to procedural due process, and suspension or expulsion proceedings shall begin no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the student's suspension.
Any student who is convicted or adjudicated delinquent for possession of a firearm or a crime while armed with a firearm or found knowingly in possession of a firearm on any school property or on a school bus or at a school-sponsored function shall be immediately removed from the school's regular education program for a period of not less than one calendar year. The superintendent may modify this suspension on a case-by- case basis. Each student so removed shall be placed in an alternative educational program or on home instruction and shall be entitled to a hearing before the board. The hearing shall take place no later than 30 days following the day the student is removed from the regular education program and shall be closed to the public.
The principal shall be responsible for the removal of such students and shall immediately report them to the superintendent. The principal shall also notify the appropriate law enforcement agency of a possible violation of the New Jersey Code of Criminal Justice.
The superintendent shall determine at the end of the year whether the student is prepared to return to the regular education program, in accordance with procedures established by the Commissioner of Education.
Alternate Class Setting (ACS)
The board directs the administration to arrange facilities for ACS whenever possible. Students will be required to occupy themselves with school-related work during such assignments. No socializing shall be permitted. Students shall be counted as present in school but absent (excused) from individual classes.
General
Students on home suspension shall be counted absent (excused) unless the duration of the suspension requires home instruction.
Students under suspension are prohibited from participating in or attending any school-regulated board approved activity during the period of their suspension. They may not enter the school buildings or grounds of this district without the permission of the superintendent. Any student under suspension who enters the school buildings or grounds without the permission of the superintendent may have the period of his/her suspension extended. The right to continue the suspension or to expel is reserved to the board of education, acting upon the recommendation of the administration.
Serious violations of school regulations which create a dangerous or unsafe condition for other students shall cause a student to be suspended upon the first offense.
Making up Missed Work
Students who are under suspension will be required to make up all assignments missed during the period of their suspension and will be given adequate opportunity to make up this work.
Upon their readmission, failure to complete the makeup assignments will result in a meeting with the parents/guardians. The principal or designee will notify parents/guardians that work is not made up by telephone and promptly send a letter regarding the telephone conversation.
2 File Code: 5114 SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION (continued)
Procedures The administration shall establish, and the board shall approve, specific procedures for dealing with suspension cases. Regulations ensuring due process to all students before a suspension is imposed shall be developed with the advice of the board attorney and shall include at least:
A. Informing the student of the charges against him/her;
B. Giving the student a chance to reply to them.
These regulations shall also include safeguards for the dismissal of students suspended from school, procedures for calling an immediate prompt conference with parents/guardians, limitations on the length of suspensions, and specifics for the reinstatement of students.
Every effort shall be made to adjust impose each suspension promptly so that the student can be returned to school with a minimum loss of school time and school work.
When the superintendent imposes a suspension, he/she must report it to the board. No suspension for reasons other than assault upon a teacher, administrator, board member or other board employee may continue beyond the second regular meeting of the board following the suspension without board action. No suspension for assault upon a teacher, administrator, board member or other board employee may be continued beyond 30 days without board action. A suspended student may be reinstated by the superintendent before board action.
Each student shall be afforded an informal hearing before the suspension or, if circumstances prohibit, as soon as possible after the suspension except that, when extraordinary circumstances involving the health and safety of the student or others in the school require immediate exclusion, the hearing may be delayed to such time as circumstances permit. Students suspended for a period of time longer than a short-term suspension shall be afforded a formal hearing before the board which shall take place not later than the second regular meeting of the board following the suspension. If the offense involves a weapon or assault with or without the weapon (as described above), the hearing shall take place not later than 30 days after the suspension occurs.
The board shall make a decision within five days of the close of the hearing. Any appeal of the board's decision shall be made to the Commissioner of Education within 90 days of the board's decision.
The board requires that such hearings shall be closed to the public. Each suspended student who has requested a formal hearing shall be restored to the regular educational program pending the outcome of the hearing, except when, in the opinion of the superintendent, the presence of the student in school poses such a danger to himself/herself or others as to warrant continued absence.
Each such student suspended from the schools of this district shall receive individual instruction commencing not later than five working days after the suspension occurs, except that the board may, on the recommendation of the superintendent, assign the student to an alternate educational program to meet his/her particular needs (see policy 6172 Alternative Education).
Expulsion
The board will consider expulsion only if:
A. The superintendent with his/her staff have exhausted all means of bringing about a correction of repeated misconduct; or
B. The nature of a single act presents such a clear possibility of danger to others that immediate 3 File Code: 5114 SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION (continued)
definitive action is indicated. The parents/guardians of the student shall be interviewed, if possible, and advised of the reasons why expulsion is being considered, of the rights of the student to a full hearing which will afford him/her procedural due process, and the right of parents/guardians to appeal to the superintendent.
The child shall remain out of school until either:
A. An appeal made to the superintendent is decided in the child's favor; or
B. The appeal (if made) has been denied and the board has met to hear the superintendent's recommendation.
If the board determines that the charges, if true, may warrant expulsion, the board will set a date for the hearing. The board attorney will arrange for the giving of legal notice to all parties concerned for the preparation and presentation of evidence in support of the charges at the hearing.
The student must receive:
A. Notification of the charges against him/her;
B. The names of the adverse witnesses;
C. Copies of the statements and affidavits of those adverse witnesses;
D. The opportunity to be heard in his/her own defense;
E. The opportunity to present witnesses and evidence in his/her own defense;
F. The opportunity to cross-examine adverse witnesses; and
G. The opportunity to be represented by counsel.
Juvenile authorities and law enforcement agencies shall be notified or consulted if necessary.
If a student younger than 18 years of age is expelled, the board shall continue to supply an educational program for him/her.
Implementation
The superintendent shall develop detailed written procedures to implement this policy. He/she shall ensure uniform and consistent application of the policy and shall report to the board as required on its effectiveness.
The chief school administrator or his or her designee shall annually evaluate district data regarding short- and long-term suspensions and expulsions and take measures as appropriate to ensure that minority and male students are not disproportionately represented in detentions, suspensions and expulsions.
When an alternative educational program is provided for a student identified as disruptive but not disabled, the superintendent shall inform the board.
Adopted: July 1974 Revised: December 21, 1978; May 17, 1979; June 21, 1979 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 4 File Code: 5114 SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION (continued)
Readopted: August 25, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Suspension, Expulsion, Student Suspension/Expulsion,
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1 Definition of assault N.J.A.C. 2C:39-1(f) Definition of firearm N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:37-1 et seq. Discipline of students See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:37-2.1 through -2.5, 18A:37-7 through -12 N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-1 et seq. Substance abuse See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-9, -10, -11, -12 Zero Tolerance for Guns Act N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.A.C. 6A:14-2.8 Discipline/suspension/expulsions N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.1 et seq. Programs to Support Student Development See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.3, -4.3, -5.1, -5.5, -5.6, -5.7 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-2.1 Definitions N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.2 School-level planning
18 U.S.C.A. 921, Definition of firearm
20 U.S.C.A. 1400 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
P.L. 103-382, Improving America's Schools Act of 1994
Goss v. Lopez, 419 U.S. 565, 581 (1975)
Tibbs v. Franklin Township Board of Education, 114 N.J. Super. 287 (App. Div.) aff'd 59 NJ 506 (1971)
R.R. v. Shore Reg. Board of Education, 109 N.J. Super. 337 (Ch. Div. 1970)
H.A. v. Board of Education Warren Hills Regional, 1976 S.L.D. 336
82: July 28, C.F. v. Board of Education of the Upper Freehold Regional School District
Honig v. Doe, 484 U.S. 305 (1988)
Somerset County Educational Services Commission v. North Plainfield Board of Education 1999 S.L.D. September 7
5 File Code: 5114 SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION (continued)
State in re G.S. 330 N.J. Super. 383 (Ch. Div. 2000)
P.L. 2010, c.122 amended N.J.S.A. 18A:37-2 to include harassment, intimidation or bullying as a good cause for suspension or expulsion.
See also Commissioners' Decisions indexed under "Students—Punishment of" in Index to N.J. School Law Decisions
A Uniform State Memorandum of Agreement Between Education and Law Enforcement Officials
D.H. o/b/o/ Minor Child, G.H. v. West Orange Twp. Bd. of Educ., EDU 127-07, Final Decision (April 5, 2007), http://www.state.nj.us/education/legal/commissioner/2007/apr/124-07.pdf
J.G. o/b/o/ J.G. v. Secaucus Bd. of Educ., EDS 9178-03, Final Decision (Feb. 26, 2004), http://njlaw.rutgers.edu/collections/oal/final/eds09178-03_1.html
Possible Cross References: *5113 Absences and excuses *5124 Reporting to parents/guardians *5131 Conduct/discipline *5131.5 Vandalism/violence *5131.6 Drugs, alcohol, tobacco (substance abuse) *5131.7 Weapons and dangerous instruments *6154 Homework/makeup work *6164.2 Guidance services *6164.4 Child study team *6171.4 Special education *6172 Alternative educational programs *6173 Home instruction
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
6 WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 5145.4 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
The district shall provide equal and bias-free access for all pupils students to all school facilities, courses, programs, activities and services and give them maximum opportunity to achieve their potential regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, place of residence within the district, socioeconomic status, disability, or pregnancy. Enforcement of other district affirmative action/equity policies (2224, 4111.1, 4211.1 and 6121) contribute to this legally required equality of educational opportunity.
Staff members shall maintain professional relationships with pupils at all times and develop wholesome and constructive relationships with them. Staff members shall be expected to regard each pupil as an individual and to accord each pupil the rights and respect that are his/her due.
Staff members shall promote a learning environment that encourages fulfillment of each pupil's potential in regard to his/her program, consistent with district goals and with optimal opportunities for pupils. This goal may be reached by adapting instruction to individual needs, by:
A. Insisting on reasonable standards of scholastic accomplishment for all pupils;
B. Creating a positive atmosphere in and out of the classroom;
C. Extending the same courtesy and respect that is expected of pupils;
D. Treating all pupils with consistent fairness.
The board of education guarantees all pupils equal access to all academic programs within the learning environment.
Pupils shall respect the rights of other pupils to receive an education in an environment that is conducive to learning and personal growth. No pupil shall have the right to abridge another pupil's right to privacy or right to hold personal beliefs which are different from those of the mainstream.
Service Animals
Individuals with disabilities shall be permitted to be accompanied by their service animals in all areas of the school facilities where members of the community, participants in services, programs or activities, or invitees, as relevant, are allowed to go.
Harassment
The district's affirmative action program is part of each academic program regarding all pupils. No one-- including pupils, staff members, vendors, volunteers, or visitors--shall commit an act of harassment/ discrimination of any kind against any member of the school community on any of the grounds prohibited by law.
“Harassment, intimidation or bullying” is defined as any gesture, any written, verbal or physical act, or any electronic communication, whether it be a single incident or a series of incidents, that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic, that takes place on school grounds, at any school- File Code: 5145.4 EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY (continued) sponsored function or on a school bus, or off school grounds, in accordance with law, that substantially disrupts or interferes with the orderly operation of the school or the rights of other students, and that:
A. A reasonable person should know, under the circumstances, will have the effect of physically or emotionally harming a student or damaging the student’s property, or placing a student in reasonable fear of physical or emotional harm to his/her person or damage to his/her property; or
B. Has the effect of insulting or demeaning any student or group of students; or
C. Creates a hostile educational environment for the student by interfering with the student’s education or by severely or pervasively causing physical or emotional harm to the student.
All reported incidents of harassment, intimidation or bullying shall be handled according to law and board policy 5131.1 Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying. Harassment may be claimed by a third party. That is, individuals who are not directly involved in the behavior may experience a hostile environment. They shall have the same legal rights to act under this policy as those directly victimized.
Any member of the student body may file a formal grievance related to harassment. The school anti-bullying specialist will receive all complaints and initiate a thorough investigation and will protect the rights of both the pupil making the complaint and the alleged harasser. If the victim is from a protected class, the affirmative action officer will be included in the investigation. Filing of a grievance or otherwise reporting harassment of any kind will not reflect upon the pupil's status nor affect future grades or class assignments.
The administration will inform all pupils that sexual harassment is prohibited in the educational setting. Specifically, no person employed by the district or by a vendor, or acting in a voluntary capacity, shall threaten or insinuate, either directly or indirectly, that a pupil's refusal to submit to sexual advances will adversely affect the pupils standing in the school setting. Pupils are forbidden to harass other pupils or staff members or vendors or volunteers through conduct or communications of a sexual nature within the school setting.
Findings of discrimination in the form of harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action.
Equity in School
The board of education shall maintain an academic environment that is free from harassment and provide equal and bias free access for all students to all school facilities, courses, programs activities and services, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, nationality or socioeconomic status. The board shall ensure that:
A. School classrooms and facilities will be barrier free;
B. Attention will be directed at attaining minority representation within each school that approximates the district’s overall minority representation. Exact appointment is not required. The ultimate goal shall be to achieve the greatest degree of racial balance that is feasible and consistent with sound educational values and procedures;
C. Utilizing on an annual basis a State-approved English language proficiency measure for determining the special needs of English language learners and their progress in learning English;
D. Utilizing bias-free multiple measures for determining the special needs of students with disabilities;
E. The district curriculum will be aligned with the State’s Core Curriculum Content New Jersey Learning 2 File Code: 5145.4 EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY (continued)
Standards and address the elimination of discrimination by narrowing the achievement gap;
a. Providing equity in educational programs and by providing opportunities for students to interact with others proactively regardless of status: b. Ensuring there are no differential requirements for completion of course offerings or programs of study solely on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status; c. Ensuring courses shall not be offered separately on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status; d. Reducing or preventing the underrepresentation of minority, female, and male students in all classes and programs, including gifted and talented, accelerated, and advanced classes; e. Ensuring schools demonstrate the inclusion of a multicultural curriculum in its instructional content, materials, and methods, and ensuring students understand the basic tenets of multiculturalism; f. Ensuring African-American history, as well as the history of other cultures, is infused into the curriculum and taught as part of U.S. history; g. Ensuring instruction on the Holocaust and other acts of genocide is included in the curriculum of all elementary and secondary schools, as developmentally appropriate. h. Ensuring that students are not discriminated against because of a medical condition.
F. All students shall have access to support services, including intervention and referral services, school health services and counseling services and;
G. Physical education program is and athletic programs shall be equitable and co-educational and do not discriminate based on protected class status.
Procedures shall be made available for pupils and/or parents/guardians who wish to file a grievance protesting alleged discriminatory or sexually (or other) harassing action. An immediate report of the allegation should be made to the affirmative action officer or chief school administrator. Violations of this policy or its related procedures shall be cause for appropriate disciplinary action.
Hate Crimes/Bias-Related Incidents
An employee of the board who becomes aware in the course of his/her employment that a student or other staff person has committed a bias-related (hate crime) or is about to commit one shall immediately inform the building principal and chief school administrator. All incidents of hate/bias-related act shall be reported whether they occur during school hours on school grounds or otherwise.
Service Animals
Individuals with disabilities shall be permitted to be accompanied by their service animals in all areas of the school facilities where members of the community, participants in services, programs or activities, or invitees, as relevant, are allowed to go.
The principal or his or her designee shall immediately notify the local police department and the bias investigation officer for the county prosecutor's office where there is reason to believe a bias-related act that involves an act of violence has been or is about to be physically committed against a student, or there is otherwise reason to believe a life has been or will be threatened.
All incidents shall be reported utilizing the Electronic Violence and Vandalism Reporting System 3 File Code: 5145.4 EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY (continued) according to board policy 5131.5 Violence and Vandalism.
Appeals
Grievances related to equity in school and classroom shall be submitted to the affirmative action officer. Any individual may petition the Commissioner in writing to resolve a dispute arising related to equity in school and classroom.
Implementation
The chief school administrator shall direct development of procedures regarding the implementation of this policy to include sanctions, protection of individual rights to confidentiality and due process, and notification procedures. The chief school administrator shall ensure that, annually, all staff and all pupils (in means and terms that are age-appropriate) be thoroughly informed of this policy, their right to file grievances under this policy and the law and the procedures relative to filing. Further, all staff and pupils shall be informed annually of the identity of the district's affirmative action officer and how he/she may be contacted.
The chief school administrator shall also ensure that staff and pupils participate in educational programs relating to this policy and the maintenance of a safe and nurturing educational environment.
The chief school administrator shall use all customary methods of information dissemination to ensure that the community is informed of its policies on educational equity.
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Nondiscrimination, Affirmative Action, Equal Educational Opportunity, Harassment, Sexual Harassment
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 2C:16-1 Bias Intimidation N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4 Harassment N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:36-20 Discrimination; prohibition N.J.S.A. 18A:37-14 Electronic communication, harassment, intimidation or bullying defined N.J.S.A. 18A:38-5.1 No child to be excluded from school because of race, etc. N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.4,-1.7 N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.3(e) Reporting students or staff members to law enforcement Authorities N.J.A.C. 6A:17-1.1 et seq. Education of hHomeless cChildren and sStudents in sState fFacilities N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
Davis v. Monroe County Board of Education, 526 U.S. 629 (1999) 4 File Code: 5145.4 EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY (continued)
State v. Mortimer, 135 N.J. 517 (1994)
20 U.S.C.A. 1681 - Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
20 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
20 U.S.C.A. 1400 et seq. - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (formerly Education for All Handicapped Children Act) --Part B
42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Hawkins-Stafford Elementary and Secondary School Improvement Amendments of 1988 (P.L. 100-297) Act of 1988 (P Pub.L.No. 100-297) amending Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.
Saxe v. State College Area School Dist., 240 F. 3d 200 (3d Cir. 2001)
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq. Every Student Succeeds Act, Pub. L. 114-95, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq
L.W. v. Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education, N.J., No. A-111-05 (Feb. 22, 2007), 2007 N.J. LEXIS 184. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that a school district may be held liable under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 to -49, when students harass another student because of his/her perceived sexual orientation. A district school will be liable for such harassment if it knew or should have known of the harassment but failed to take reasonable remedial actions. The matter was remanded to the Director of the Division on Civil Rights.
Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey State Department of Education
Possible Cross References: *2224 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4111.1/4211.1 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *5131.1 Harassment, intimidation and bullying *5134 Married/pregnant pupils *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *6141 Curriculum design/development *6145 Extracurricular activities *6161.1 Guidelines for evaluation and selection of instructional materials *6171.4 Special education
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
5 WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6121 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
No pupil enrolled in the district schools shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any educational program or activity of this district on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sex, disability or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, or because of liability for service in the armed forces of the United States, nationality, national origin, place of residence in the district, social or economic condition, nonapplicable disability or because of genetic information or refusal to submit to or make available the results of a genetic test, or pregnancy. The affirmative action team as led by the affirmative action officer shall be responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring the district's affirmative action program with respect to school and classroom practices.
Reporting to the chief school administrator, the affirmative action team shall review monitor the following areas for compliance with sState dDepartment of eEducation regulations and make suggestions and/or recommendations when necessary.
A. Curriculum content
The team shall examine the following areas to ensure that curricula eliminate discrimination and promote understanding and mutual respect among students, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, socio-economic status or disability:
1. School climate; 2. Courses of study; 3. Instructional materials; 4. Instructional strategies; 5. Library materials; 6. Technology/Software and audio-visual materials; 7. Guidance and counseling; 8. Extracurricular programs and activities; 9. Testing and other assessments; 10. Reducing or preventing the under representation of minority, female and male students in classes and programs.
The team shall monitor the curriculum to ensure inclusion of instruction on African-American history in the teaching of United States history and inclusion of instruction on the Holocaust and genocide in the curriculum for all elementary and secondary school pupils.
A. Access
The district provides equal and bias-free access to all school facilities, courses, programs, activities, and services by:
1. Ensuring equal and barrier-free access to all school and classroom facilities; 2. Implementing a reasonable plan for achieving the greatest degree of racial balance that is feasible and consistent with sound educational values and procedures. The goal of the plan shall be to attain within each school, minority representation that approximates the school district's overall minority representation. Exact apportionment is not required; 3. Utilizing on an annual basis a State-approved English language proficiency measure for determining the special needs of English language learners and their progress in learning File Code: 6121 NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (continued)
English; 4. Utilizing bias-free multiple measures for determining the special needs of students with disabilities; 5. Ensuring support services, including intervention and referral services and school health services are available to all students; 6. Ensuring a student is not discriminated against because of a medical condition. A student shall not be excluded from any education program or activity because of a long-term medical condition unless a physician certifies such exclusion is necessary. If excluded, the student shall be provided with equivalent and timely instruction that may include home instruction, without prejudice or penalty (see board policy 6173 Home instruction); and 7. Ensuring that pregnant students are not excluded from the access to the educational programs, activities and services.
B. Curriculum
The district's curriculum and instruction shall be aligned to the New Jersey Learning Standards. The curriculum and instruction shall address the elimination of discrimination by narrowing the achievement gap, by providing equity in educational programs, and by providing opportunities for students to interact positively with others regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status. The district shall:
1. Ensure there are no differential requirements for completion of course offerings or programs of study solely on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status; 2. Ensure courses shall not be offered separately on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status. Portions of classes that deal exclusively with human sexuality may be conducted in separate developmentally appropriate sessions for male and female students, provided the course content for such separately conducted sessions is the same; 3. Reduce or prevent the underrepresentation of minority, female, and male students in all classes and programs, including gifted and talented, accelerated, and advanced classes; 4. Ensure schools demonstrate the inclusion of a multicultural curriculum in its instructional content, materials, and methods, and ensuring students understand the basic tenets of multiculturalism; 5. Ensure African-American history, as well as the history of other cultures, is infused into the curriculum and taught as part of U.S. history; 6. Ensure instruction on the Holocaust and other acts of genocide is included in the curriculum of all elementary and secondary schools, as developmentally appropriate.
C. Counseling Services
Students shall have access to adequate and appropriate counseling services:
1. When informing students about possible careers or professional or vocational opportunities options presented shall not be restricted or limited on the basis race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status;
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2. Tests or guidance or counseling materials that are biased or stereotyped shall not be used.
D. Physical Education, Athletic Programs, Extracurricular Activities
The district's physical education and athletic programs shall be equitable and co-educational and shall not discriminate on the basis of protected class status including:
1. Separate restroom, locker room, and shower facilities on the basis of gender, but such facilities provided for students of each gender shall be provided and shall be comparable; 2. Separate teams for the two sexes may be operated in one or more sports or single teams open competitively to members of both sexes, as long as the athletic program as a whole provides equal opportunities for students of both sexes to participate in sports at comparable levels of difficulty and competency; and 3. The activities comprising the school athletic programs shall receive equitable treatment, including, but not limited to, staff salaries, purchase and maintenance of equipment, quality and availability of facilities, scheduling of practice and game time, length of season, and all other related areas or matters.
BE. Staff training
The affirmative action officer shall suggest a program of inservice training for school personnel designed to identify and solve problems of bias in all aspects of the school program. An equity inservice program shall be held annually on a continuing basis for all staff and for parents and community members as needed to facilitate participation and support.
F. Pupil access
The team shall review all school facilities, courses, programs, activities and services to ensure that all pupils are provided equal and bias-free access to them. Particular attention shall be paid to the following:
1. Ensuring equal access and barrier-free to all school and classroom facilities; 2. Assigning pupils in such a way that the racial/national origin composition of each school's enrollment reflects the composition of the districtwide enrollment at each grade level; 3. Refraining from locating new facilities in areas that will contribute to imbalanced, isolated or racially identifiable school enrollments; 4. Assigning pupils so that school and classroom enrollments are not identifiable on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, religion, disability or socioeconomic status; 5. Ensuring that pupils are not separated or isolated within schools, courses, classes, programs or extracurricular activities; 6. Ensuring that minority and male pupils are not over-represented in detentions, suspensions, dropouts or special needs classifications; 7. Ensuring equal and bias-free access for all pupils to computers, computer classes and other technologically-advanced instructional assistance; 8. Ensuring that all limited English-proficient pupils and pupils with disabilities have equal and bias-free access to all school programs and activities; 9. Ensuring equal and bias-free access for language-minority pupils and pupils with disabilities to multiple measures for determining special needs; 10. Ensuring that pupil support services (such as school-based youth services, health care, tutoring and mentoring) are available to all pupils, including LEP pupils; 11. Ensuring that all pregnant pupils are permitted to remain in the regular school program and activities.
D. District support
The team shall ensure that like aspects of the school program receive like support as to staff size and
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compensation, purchase and maintenance of facilities and equipment, access to such facilities and equipment, and related matters and that all grades within the district are comparable in those areas.
The chief school administrator will report to the board annually on continuing compliance.
Appeals
Grievances related to equity in school and classroom shall be submitted to the affirmative action officer. Any individual may petition the Commissioner in writing to resolve a dispute arising related to equity in school and classroom
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words Affirmative Action, Nondiscrimination, Curriculum, Instructional Materials, Textbooks
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination N.J.S.A. 18A:4A-1 et seq. New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-17 Facilities for handicapped persons N.J.S.A. 18A:35-1 Course in history of the United States in high school N.J.S.A. 18A:36-20 Discrimination; prohibition N.J.S.A. 18A:37-14-19 Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1 et seq. Managing for Equality and Equity in Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.1,-1.4,-1.7,-1.9 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
20 U.S.C.A. 1681 et seq. - Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
29 U.S.C.A. 794 et seq. - Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
20 U.S.C.A. 1401 et seq. - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
42 U.S.C.A. 12101 et seq. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq. Every Student Succeeds Act, Pub. L. 114-95, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq Gebser v. Lago Vista Indep. School Dist. 524 U.S. 274 (1998)
Davis v. Monroe County Bd. of Ed. 526 U.S. 629 (1999)
L.W. v. Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education, N.J., No. A-111-05 (Feb. 22, 2007), 2007 N.J. LEXIS 184. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that a school district may be held liable under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 to -49, when students harass another student because of his perceivedsexual orientation. A district school will be liable for such harassment if it knew or should have known of the harassment but failed to take reasonable remedial actions. The matter was remanded to the
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Director of the Division on Civil Rights The Comprehensive Equity Plan, New Jersey State Department of Education
Possible Cross References: *2224 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4111.1/4211.1 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *4131/4131.1 Staff development; inservice education/visitations/conferences *4231/4231.1 Staff development; inservice education/visitations/conferences *5131.1 Harassment, intimidation and bullying *5134 Married/pregnant pupils *5145.4 Equal educational opportunity *6140 Curriculum adoption *6141 Curriculum design/development *6142.4 Physical education and health *6145 Extracurricular activities *6161.1 Guidelines for evaluation and selection of instructional materials *6163.1 Media center/library *6164.2 Guidance services *6171.4 Special education
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6142.12 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education believes that constructive attitudes and concepts involving the dignity of all kinds of work belong in the curriculum from the beginning grades. Therefore, in fulfillment of the Core Curriculum Content Standards New Jersey Student Learning Standards, the board shall develop and implement a comprehensive guidance and counseling system that facilitates is designed to provide students opportunities to enhance career awareness, and exploration, preparation, and decision-making skills necessary for all students success in the workplace. The board shall ensure that educational programs shall continuously expose students to the nature of the wide variety of careers available. The cross-content workplace readiness standards The 21st Century Life and Careers Student Learning Standard shall be infused into the curriculum throughout the grades in age appropriate activities. When any hands-on experience requires use of power tools, etc., all eye protection and other appropriate safety regulations shall be observed.
Career Education and Counseling
The board shall develop and implement a comprehensive guidance and academic counseling program for all students to facilitate career awareness, exploration, and preparation in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:8-3.2. This program shall:
A. Be linked to the Core Curriculum Content Standards New Jersey Student Learning Standards;
B. Be infused throughout the K-12 curriculum;
C. Be supported by professional development programs;
D. Take into consideration the National Career Development Guidelines and the Career Development Standards of the American School Counselor Association’s National Standards for School Counseling Programs. of the American School Counselor Association in academic, career and personal/social development of the student;
E. Provide developmental career guidance academic, academic counseling linked to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards designed to:Assist students in making and implementing informed educational and career choices, including opportunities to change career focus; 1. Assist students in making and implementing informed educational and career choices, including opportunities to change career focus; 2. Support students' academic attainment, career development, and personal/social development; 3. Develop the student’s understanding of the relationship between academic attainment, career development, and personal/social development; 4. Encourage students to create and maintain portfolios consisting of student accomplishments in academic and career oriented work;
F. Develop the student’s understanding of the relationship between academic attainment, career development, and personal/social development;
G. Encourage students to create and maintain portfolios consisting of student accomplishments in academic and career oriented work;
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H. F. Ensure The board shall ensure that students with disabilities (age 14 or younger), if determined appropriate by IEP, have career and academic counseling coordinated with transitional services in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.7.
G. The board shall develop and implement curriculum and instructional methods that:
A. 1. Are integrated with technological literacy; B. 2. Provide all students with an understanding of the career application of knowledge and skills learned in the classroom; and C. 3. Provide all students with the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to real or simulated career challenges.
H. The board will develop and implement for all students a system of career development activities that:
A. 1. Offers the opportunity to explore career interests within, but not limited to, arts and humanities; business and information systems; mathematics, science and technology; and health and human services one or more of the Career Clusters (listed below) that are linked to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards; B. 2. Addresses Allows district boards of education to select the appropriate format for offering career-development activities based on district resources, community needs and student interest; C. 3. Allows the board to select an appropriate delivery format that may include an integrated curriculum based on the Core Curriculum Content New Jersey Learning Standards or specialized programs that reflect the needs of students and the community; and D. 4. Instills the concept of the need for continuous learning throughout one’s life.
I. The board shall offer all high school students the opportunity to actively explore career interests by participation in structured learning experiences that are linked to the Core Curriculum Content Standards. The structured learning experiences shall New Jersey Student Learning Standards:
A. Have identifiable educational goals which support the CCCS particularly in the areas of career education; consumer, family and life skills; and technological literacy;
B. Provide that students are supervised by school personnel in accordance with the requirements identified in the Professional Licensure and Standards rules at N.J.A.C. 6A:9-13.19 through 13.22;
C. Be conducted at sites registered with the Department of Education via the work Registration System;
D. Conform to federal and state law.
1. Structured learning experiences should give students opportunities to demonstrate and apply a high level of academic attainment and to develop career and personal/social goals; 2. Interested students may voluntarily select structured learning experiences that are co- curricular or extra-curricular activities and taking place within the school district, at a work site, or in the community; 3. The board shall ensure students participating in school-sponsored, paid, or unpaid external structured learning experiences are supervised by school personnel and conform to federal and state law.
The board directs the chief school administrator or his or her designee to take reasonable measures to expand student awareness of and encourage participation in fields that are non-traditional for their sex, and to expand both access to and success in high-growth fields for both men and women.
Career and Technical Education Programs
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Career and Technical Instruction
Career and technical instruction shall be designed to prepare individuals:
A. For life skills and paid employment as skilled workers or technicians or paraprofessionals in recognized occupations and in new or emerging occupation;
B. For enrollment in advanced or highly skilled career and technical education programs;
C. For making informed and meaningful occupational choices; and
D. To achieve and combination of the above objectives.
District Career and Vocational Programs
The board shall provide secondary and postsecondary students with career and technical education programs and programs of study in Department-recognized Career Clusters that, in fulfillment of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards, shall:
A. Include implementation of curriculum and instructional methods that incorporate academic and technical standards;
B. Include structured learning experiences (SLE) that are supervised, in-depth learning experiences aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards that are designed to offer students the opportunity to more fully explore career interests within one or more of the Career Clusters. SLEs are designed as rigorous activities that are integrated into the curriculum and that provide students with opportunities to demonstrate and apply a high level of academic and/or technical skills, and develop personal, academic, and career goals;
C. Address industry standards, where available;
D. Provide a variety of learning experiences to best serve the multiple learning styles of students;
E. Provide for multiple pathways to prepare for careers and gainful employment, and/or continuing education, such as college, postsecondary career and technical education, specialized certification, and/or registered apprenticeships;
F. Encourage life-long learning and productive citizenship.
The superintendent shall seek and use all available state, federal and private sources of revenue for the financial support of career and technical education in this district. The superintendent will develop regulations by which the career and technical education program shall be annually evaluated.
Levels of Performance
The board of education shall meet the levels of performance prescribed by the Department of Education in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:919-5.1, in the following areas:
A. For secondary students, and postsecondary students in two- and four-year institutions of higher education:
1. Academic attainment in reading/language arts; 2. Technical skill attainment; 3. High school completion (for secondary students only); 4. Credential/diploma attainment Student graduation rates;
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5. Academic attainment in mathematics; 6. Placement – employment, postsecondary education/further education, or military enlistment; 7. Retention – education, employment, or military service (postsecondary students in two- and four-year institutions only); 8. Non-traditional student participation; and 9. Non-traditional student completion.
B. For postsecondary students in county vocational school districts:
1. Technical attainment; 2. Program completion; 3. Credential, certificate, or degree attainment; 4. Placement – employment, further education, or military enlistment service; 5. Retention – education, employment, or military service; 6. Non-traditional student participation; and 7. Non-traditional student completion.
All students shall have equal and bias-free access to career and technical education programs and a full range of possible occupational, professional, and career and technical education choices including careers in the science and technology industries and nontraditional careers, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional/sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, pregnancy, disability, English proficiency, immigration status, housing status or socioeconomic status
The board of education shall strive to make continuous and significant improvement in career and technical achievement of career and technical education students, and levels of performance shall be objective, quantifiable, and measurable. The board shall also identify in the local plans the level of performance targeted for each of the core indicators of performance.
All students participating in career and technical education programs supervised by this board or in shared-time programs are considered to be regularly enrolled in the schools of this district, and subject to the policies and rules of this board, including rules regarding attendance for those periods when they are not assigned to outside work projects or other classes.
Adopted: December 21, 1978; October 9, 1980; October 10, 1985 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Career Education, Vocational-technical Education
New Jersey Career Clusters:
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Arts, A/V Technology and Communications Business Management and Administration Education and Training Finance Government and Public Administration Health Science Hospitality and Tourism
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Human Services Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Manufacturing Marketing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:38-36 Employment certificates to part-time students N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.1, -12.2 Protective eye devices required for teachers, students and visitors in certain cases N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 18A:54E-1 Business and school partnerships through -5 N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7 Equality in school and classroom practices N.J.A.C. 6A:8-2.2 Authority for the state plan for vocational education N.J.A.C. 6A:8-3.2 Career education and counseling N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 Graduation requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:9-1.1 et seq. Professional Licensure and Standards See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9-11.2, -13.19 through -13.22 N.J.A.C. 6A:19-1.1 et seq. Vocational – Technical Education Programs and Standards See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:19-1.2, -2.1, -2.3, -3.1, -5.1, -5.2, -6.1, -6.5, -6.7, -6.8, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-17.4 Method of determining tuition rates for county vocational-technical schools N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.1 et seq. Operation and Maintenance of Facilities See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.2, -12.5 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
New Jersey Cross-Content Workplace Readiness Curriculum Framework: A Road Map for Learning, NJDOE, http://www.nj.gov/education/frameworks/ccwr/ Appendix B
Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006, P.L.109-270
Possible Cross References: *3220/3230 State funds; federal funds *3516 Safety *5142 Pupil safety *5145.4 Equal educational opportunity *6010 Goals and objectives *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *6141 Curriculum design/development *6142.2 English as a second language; bilingual/bicultural
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
5 File Code: 6142.12 CAREER EDUCATION (continued) quantifiable, and measurable. The board shall also identify in the local plans the level of performance targeted for each of the core indicators of performance.
All students participating in career and technical education programs supervised by this board or in shared-time programs are considered to be regularly enrolled in the schools of this district, and subject to the policies and rules of this board, including rules regarding attendance for those periods when they are not assigned to outside work projects or other classes.
Adopted: December 21, 1978; October 9, 1980; October 10, 1985 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Career Education, Vocational-technical Education
New Jersey Career Clusters:
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Arts, A/V Technology and Communications Business Management and Administration Education and Training Finance Government and Public Administration Health Science Hospitality and Tourism Human Services Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Manufacturing Marketing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:38-36 Employment certificates to part-time students N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.1, -12.2 Protective eye devices required for teachers, students and visitors in certain cases N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.S.A. 18A:54E-1 Business and school partnerships through -5 N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7 Equality in school and classroom practices N.J.A.C. 6A:8-2.2 Authority for the state plan for vocational education N.J.A.C. 6A:8-3.2 Career education and counseling N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 Graduation requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:9-1.1 et seq. Professional Licensure and Standards See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9-11.2, -13.19 through -13.22 N.J.A.C. 6A:19-1.1 et seq. Vocational – Technical Education Programs and Standards
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See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:19-1.2, -2.1, -2.3, -3.1, -5.1, -5.2, -6.1, -6.5, -6.7, -6.8, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-17.4 Method of determining tuition rates for county vocational-technical schools N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.1 et seq. Operation and Maintenance of Facilities See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.2, -12.5 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
New Jersey Cross-Content Workplace Readiness Curriculum Framework: A Road Map for Learning, NJDOE, http://www.nj.gov/education/frameworks/ccwr/ Appendix B
Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006, P.L.109-270
Possible Cross References: *3220/3230 State funds; federal funds *3516 Safety *5142 Pupil safety *5145.4 Equal educational opportunity *6010 Goals and objectives *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *6141 Curriculum design/development *6142.2 English as a second language; bilingual/bicultural
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6142.2 Woodbridge, New Jersey X Monitored Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education shall provide bilingual English as a second language (ESL) and/or bilingual English language service programs of instruction for students. The requirements of the Bilingual Education Act (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-16) mandate that programs in both English as a Second Language (ESL) and Bilingual Education be implemented as follows:
A. Each school must maintain a census of students whose native language is not English.
B. Students listed on the census who score below the district’s cutoff score on the appropriate standardized test, and the Initial Evaluation Sheet (IES) upon entry into the school district must be tested with the WIDA-ACCESS Placement Test. Those who score below the state’s minimum level of proficiency on the W-APT test are eligible for inclusion in the ESL/Bilingual Program.
C. Whenever a district has 20 or more students in the ESL program sharing a common language, these students must be provided with Bilingual classes or an alternative Bilingual program. Classes must begin during the first full school year after the enrollment for the school year equals or exceeds 20.
Therefore, all students identified as being in need of ESL and/or Bilingual services will be offered the opportunity to participate in these classes until such time as they have achieved sufficient English language proficiency to participate fully in all regular programs. As per state law, parents will have the option of refusing ESL and/or Bilingual services by sending a letter to that effect to the principal of their child’s school.
The superintendent shall develop procedures in accordance with administrative code to determine which students would benefit from ESL and/or bilingual programs and to involve school staff, parents/guardians and community members in reviewing programs to determine which would best meet these students' needs.
A. Do not speak English and need instruction toward mastery of the English language;
B. Speak English but reside in a home where English is not the primary language spoken, and need instruction toward mastery of the English language;
C. Speak a language other than English, are more capable of performing school work in that language, and need their basic educational program taught in that language.
Definitions
“Bilingual education program” means a full-time program of instruction in all courses or subjects that a child is required by law or rule to receive, given in the native language of ELLs enrolled in the program and also in English; in the aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing of the native language of ELLs enrolled in the program, and in the aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing of English; and in the history and culture of the country, territory, or geographic area that is the native land of the parents of ELLs enrolled in the program, and in the history and culture of the United States.
“English as a second language (ESL) program” means a daily developmental second-language program of at least one period of instruction based on student language proficiency that teaches aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing in English using second language teaching
File Code: 6142.2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS (continued) techniques, and incorporates the cultural aspects of the students' experiences in their ESL instruction. A period is the time allocated in the school schedule for instruction in core subjects.
“English language learner” or “ELL” means a student whose native language is other than English. The term refers to students with varying degrees of English language proficiency in any one of the domains of speaking, reading, writing, or listening and is synonymous with limited English speaking ability
"English language services" means services designed to improve the English language skills of ELLs. The services, provided in school districts with less than 10 ELLs, are in addition to the regular school program and are designed to develop aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.
Identification of Eligible English Language Learners
The board shall determine the native language of each English language learner at the time of the student’s enrollment in the district and maintain a census indicating all identified students whose native language is other than English.
The board of education shall develop and the chief school administrator or his or her designee shall implement a screening process, initiated by a home-language survey, to determine which students whose native language is other than English in grades kindergarten to 12 must be tested to determine English language proficiency. The screening shall be conducted by a bilingual/ESL or other certified teacher, and shall be designed to distinguish students who are proficient English speakers and need no further testing
The board shall ensure that the English proficiency of students who are not screened out by the home-language survey shall be determined by:
A. Administering a Department-approved English language proficiency test;
B. Assessing the level of reading in English;
C. Reviewing the previous academic performance of students, including their performance on standardized tests in English; and
D. Reviewing the input of teaching staff members responsible for the educational program for ELLs.
E. Students who do not meet the Department standard on a Department-approved language proficiency test and who have at least one other indicator shall be considered ELLs.
The board, through the chief school administrator or his or her designee shall also implement age- appropriate methodologies to identify preschool ELLs to determine their individual language development needs.
Programs and Services
The goal of ESL English as a second language and English language services programs are is to assist students to achieve fluency (including listening, comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills) in English and incorporates the cultural aspects of the students’ experiences in their ESL instruction. The goal of the bilingual programs is to permit students to learn subject matter in their primary language while developing English language skills. The goal of all such programs shall be achievement of the Common Core 2 File Code: 6142.2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS (continued)
State Standards New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
Students enrolled in bilingual, ESL, and English language services programs shall have full access to educational services available to other students in the district. To the extent that is administratively feasible, supportive services to ELLs, such as counseling, tutoring, and career guidance, should be provided by bilingual personnel who are familiar with and knowledgeable of the unique needs and background of the ELLs and their parents.
All district high school English language learner students (ELL) shall satisfy both state and district requirements for graduation, except that any English language learners ELL student may demonstrate attainment of state minimum levels of proficiency through passage of the Special Review Assessment Alternative High School Assessment (ASHA) process in his/her native language and an English fluency assessment approved by the Department of Education or passage of the Alternate High School Assessment (AHSA) process in English with appropriate accommodations.
Parents/guardians of students of limited English speaking ability English language learners shall be notified by mail of the fact that their child has been identified as eligible for enrollment in a bilingual, ESL or English language services education program. This written notice This notification shall be issued with 30 days of the child’s identification and shall include the information that the parents may choose to decline to enroll their child into the bilingual program. The notice shall be in writing and in the language in which the parent/guardian possesses a primary speaking ability, an in English, and shall include the following information:
A. Why the student was identified as an ELL;
B. Why the student needs to be placed in a language instructional educational program that will help him or her develop and attain English proficiency and meet State academic standards;
C. The student's level of English proficiency, how the level of English proficiency was assessed, and the student's academic level;
D. The method of instruction the school will use to serve the student, including a description of other instruction methods available and how those methods differ in content, instructional goals, and the use of English and a native language, if applicable;
E. How the program will meet the student's specific needs in attaining English and meeting State standards;
F. The program's exit requirements, the expected rate of transition into a classroom not tailored for ELLs, and, in the case of high school students, the expected rate of graduation; and
G. How the instructional program will meet the objectives of the individualized education program of a student with a disability.
Communication with parents/guardians of students in these programs shall be in writing and in both English and their primary speaking language. Reports of student progress Progress reports for students in bilingual, ESL, or English language services programs shall be made to parents/guardians on the same schedule as reports of all students in the regular program enrolled in the district. Progress reports shall be in writing and in both English and their primary speaking language unless do so places unreasonable burden on the board.
Exiting the Program 3 File Code: 6142.2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS (continued)
Students shall be placed in a monolingual English program when they have demonstrated readiness to function successfully in an English-only program. The process to determine the readiness or inability of the individual student to function successfully in the English-only program shall be initiated by the student's level of English proficiency as measured by a Department-established standard on an English language proficiency test. The readiness of the student shall be further assessed on the basis of multiple indicators that shall include, at a minimum:
A. Classroom performance;
B. The student's reading level in English;
C. The judgment of the teaching staff member or members responsible for the educational program of the student; and
D. Performance on achievement tests in English.
When the review process for exiting a student from a bilingual, ESL, or English language services program has been completed, the parent/guardian shall be notified by mail of the placement determination. The notice shall be in English and in the language in which the parents/guardian possesses a primary speaking ability. If the parent(s), guardian, or teaching staff member disagrees with the placement, he or she may appeal the placement to the Commissioner, after appealing the decision to the board.
Removal from the Program
Parents/guardians may remove a pupil who is enrolled in a bilingual, ESL or English language services program at any time; except that during the first three years of the pupil's participation in a bilingual education program, he/she may only be removed at the end of each school year. Removal prior to the end of the school year shall be approved by the executive county superintendent. If the executive county superintendent determines that the pupil should remain in the bilingual education program until the end of the school year, the parents/guardians may appeal that decision to the commissioner of education/designee pursuant to law. The commissioner shall render a decision within 30 days of the filing of the appeal.
Parent Involvement
The district will implement a parent involvement program which will include opportunities for parents to meet with ESL/Bilingual staff members, to participate in an annual ESL/Bilingual Program Planning, Design, and Implementation Meeting, and to participate in a Bilingual Parents' Advisory Committee.
The board is committed to providing the maximum practicable involvement of parents/guardians of ELLs in the development and review of program objectives and dissemination of information to and from the board and communities served by the bilingual, ESL, or English language services education programs. The board directs the chief school administrator or his or her designee to shall establish a parent advisory committee on bilingual education of which the majority membership shall be parent(s) of ELLs.
Inservice Training
The board shall ensure that the chief school administrator oversees the development of a plan for inservice training for bilingual, ESL, and mainstream teachers; administrators who supervise 4 File Code: 6142.2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS (continued) bilingual/ESL programs; and administrators and any personnel who observe and evaluate teachers of ELLs. The plan shall include instructional strategies and appropriate assessments to help ELLs meet the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and the World-class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) English language development standards. All bilingual and ESL teachers shall receive training in the use of the ESL curriculum. The professional development plan of the school district shall include the needs of bilingual and ESL teachers, which shall be addressed through inservice training (see board policy 4131/4131.1 Staff Development, Inservice Education).
Implementation
The superintendent shall direct development of an annual a plan for ESL and/or bilingual education bilingual program, ESL program, or English language services that is in compliance with state guidelines. The plan shall be submitted every three years to the Department of Education for approval. The board will review and approve the plan at a public meeting. The board must adopt the courses of study for ESL and bilingual programs in the same manner in which it adopts the curriculum for the regular program. In order to receive the state-endorsed high school diploma, English language learner (ELL) students must meet the district's graduation requirements. The plan shall include information on the following:
A. Identification of students;
B. Program description;
C. The number of certified staff hired for the program;
D. Bilingual and ESL curriculum development;
E. Evaluation design;
F. Review process for exit; and
G. A budget for the bilingual and ESL program or English language services.
Students enrolled in district bilingual or ESL programs shall be assessed annually for exit from such programs, using indicators described in the administrative code. Whenever it is determined that a student should exit from the bilingual program, parents/guardians shall be notified by mail.
Parents/guardians may remove a student who is enrolled in a bilingual education program at any time; except that during the first three years of the student's participation in a bilingual education program, he/she may only be removed at the end of each school year. Removal prior to the end of the school year shall be approved by the executive county superintendent. If the executive county superintendent determines that the student should remain in the bilingual education program until the end of the school year, the parents/guardians may appeal that decision to the commissioner of education/designee pursuant to law. The commissioner shall render a decision within 30 days of the filing of the appeal.
The board may petition the commissioner of education to waive may request a waiver of the requirement for a full-time bilingual or ESL program when there are 20 or more students eligible for the bilingual education program in grades kindergarten through 12, to establish annually an instructional program alternative. The request must be approved by the Department of Education, and the school district must be able to demonstrate that it would be impractical to provide a full-time bilingual program due to the age range, grade span, and/or geographic location of eligible students. when it can demonstrate that it would be impractical to provide such a program, due to the age range, grade span or geographic location of the eligible students. 5 File Code: 6142.2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS (continued)
Bilingual Special Education
Assessment
Since some students of limited English proficiency may have special learning needs that cannot be met in bilingual and ESL programs, the superintendent or his/her designee shall develop procedures concerning the screening, pre-referral, referral, assessment, and placement of these students in appropriate educational programs.
The process for pre-referral, referral, evaluation, and classification will be the same for limited English proficient students as for other students. However, the age, the sociocultural background, and the dominant language of the student will be taken into account. The process may include referral to a district Child Study Team (“CST”) and may result in a comprehensive evaluation and possible classification.
The CST will include a culture sensitive, bilingual member such as a bilingual teacher, psychologist, or social worker. (N.J.A.C. 6A:14-2.5)
If the CST determines that bilingual or ESL instruction is necessary for any classified student, the appropriate services will be provided.
To ensure that children in need of special services are identified, the board will make bilingual, ESL, and general education staff fully aware of the characteristics of students with special learning problems.
Special Education Services
Each student with disabilities will receive a special education program and services according to how the student can succeed in learning, including related services specified in the student's Individualized Education Program (“IEP”). Classified students of limited English proficiency will receive services that address their needs.
All services available to any student with disabilities should also be offered to students with disabilities who are limited English proficient. These services may include transportation and such developmental, corrective, social, and other supportive services as are required to assist students with disabilities to benefit from a free and appropriate public education. In addition, the CST must consider the language needs of the student.
The program and services prescribed by the CST must be made with consideration of the student's linguistic and special education needs and must be clearly stated in the child's IEP.
In addition, the board will attempt to:
A. Foster communication between bilingual and special education personnel to promote understanding of the roles and operational procedures for both departments;
B. Adapt or adopt culturally relevant material to the special education curriculum;
C. Locate and incorporate in the board’s program promising practices in bilingual special education programs where full bilingual special education services are not feasible: such practices include ESL instruction, team teaching, peer tutoring, assistance of bilingual aides, etc.
6 File Code: 6142.2 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE; BILINGUAL PROGRAMS (continued)
Adopted: January 24, 1991 Revised: December 9, 1999; November 18, 2004; June 12, 2008, December 18, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: December 18, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
English as a Second Language, Bilingual Programs, ESL
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:35-15 et seq. Bilingual education programs N.J.A.C. 6A:5-1.1 et seq. Regulatory Equivalency and Waiver N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.3 Definitions N.J.A.C. 6A:8-4.1 Statewide assessment system N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 Graduation requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:9-1.1 et seq. Professional Licensure and Standards See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9-11.4, -11.5 N.J.A.C. 6A:15-1.1 et seq. Bilingual Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-3.1 et seq. Professional Licensure and Standards See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-10.4, -10.5 N.J.A.C. 6:A:15-1.4 N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-2.1 Definitions N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 Reporting requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, Every Student Succeeds Act, Pub. L. 114-95, Title 1 and Title 3, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.
Possible Cross References: *5120 Assessment of individual needs *5124 Reporting to parents/guardians *6121 Nondiscrimination/affirmative action *6146 Graduation requirements *6147 Standards of proficiency *6147.1 Evaluation of individual student performance *6171.2 Gifted and talented *6171.3 At-risk and Title 1
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6146.2 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
PROMOTION/RETENTION
The philosophy of the Woodbridge Township School District states that we believe it is our responsibility to create an environment that is conducive to student learning. As part of that environment, it is important that realistic standards be established for expected achievement for each grade level and course. Every student should be treated in such a way that he/she knows the teacher has the confidence in his/her ability to reach those standards. We believe that every student is capable of and will reach the standards set for that grade level or course; therefore, he/she will be promoted.
It is the responsibility of all teaching staff members to work with students and provide all the help and resources necessary to enable the student to pass and be promoted.
We recognize, however, that some students will not be able to achieve the standards established in the traditional amount of time that is allocated for each year or course. Granting credit to students who have not accomplished or achieved the standards set does not do a service to the student. However, simply having the student repeat the program is inconsistent with professional practice which demands that when one set of strategies or time frame has not worked, alternates should be employed until the student has been helped to achieve success.
It is the responsibility of the certified staff of the district to use its professional expertise to develop appropriate alternative programs when students have not met the standards set for them. Nothing in this policy should be construed as implying that the student and the student's family do not share responsibility with the certified staff of the district for trying alternative means to achieve those standards
The superintendent shall direct development of and the board shall adopt detailed regulations to govern progress of students through levels K-12. The regulations shall include:
A. Standards of proficiency related to district goals and objectives and student proficiency;
B. Standards of attendance, and provision for review of mastery;
C. Timely efforts to help all students achieve acceptable levels of proficiency;
D. Notification to parents and pupils, at appropriate times during the school year, of the pupil’s progress in meeting the promotion and remediation standards;
E. Timely notification of parents/guardians when there is a possibility of failure and immediate consultation with the parent/guardian if the student’s progress is not sufficient to meet promotion and remediation standards; Immediate consultation with the pupil’s parent or guardian if, in the teacher’s judgment, there is any indication that the pupil’s progress may not be sufficient to meet these standards;
F. Procedures for parents/guardians and adult students to appeal promotion/retention decisions;
G. Procedures for involving parents/guardians, in the design of the remedial program. Teachers and students, where appropriate, to participate in the development of the policy.
Progress reports for students in bilingual, ESL, or English language services programs shall be made to parents/guardians on the same schedule as the reports of all pupils enrolled in the district.
File Code: 6146-2 PROMOTION/RETENTION (continued)
Progress reports shall be in writing and in both English and their primary speaking language unless doing so places unreasonable burden on the board.
Parents/guardians will be notified whenever exceptions are contemplated in a student's normal progression from level to level. The final decision in all cases will rest with school authorities.
Adopted: March 8, 1984 Revised: November 19, 2009 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Promotion, Retention, Bilingual
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:4-24 Determining efficiency of schools; report to state board N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-2 Boards of education; establishment of standards N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.9 Pupil promotion and remediation; policies and procedures N.J.A.C. 6A:8-4.1 Statewide assessment system N.J.A.C. 6A:8-4.2 Documentation of student achievement N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 Graduation requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 Review of mandated programs and services
Wheatley v. Board of Education of City of Burlington, 1974 S.L.D. 851
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.
Possible Cross References: *5113 Absences and excuses *5120 Assessment of individual needs *5124 Reporting to parents/guardians *6142 Subject fields *6142.2 English as a second language; bilingual/bicultural *6143 Curriculum guides *6145 Extracurricular activities *6146 Graduation requirements 6146.1 Acceleration *6147 Standards of proficiency *6147.1 Evaluation of individual student performance *6171.1 Remedial instruction *6171.3 At-risk and Title 1
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6147 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
STANDARDS OF PROFICIENCY
The superintendent, in consultation with teaching staff, shall develop criteria for evaluation, indicators of achievement of the criteria, and acceptable standards of achievement for all grade levels, courses and programs offered by the Woodbridge Township School District. The criteria, indicators and standards must be related to district goals and objectives. Parents/guardians shall be informed notified in a timely manner whenever their child appears in danger of failing to meet required proficiency levels. Parents/guardians shall be strongly encouraged to participate in designing remedial plans for their children.
These standards of proficiency shall include but not be limited to the Core Content State Standards to those New Jersey Student Learning Standards identified by the State Department of Education and shall form the basis for the district's grading system and on the Core Content State Standards. The specific indicators of achievement and standards of proficiency developed for all courses and programs accepted for credit toward high school graduation shall be given to students and parents/guardians, in writing, at the time the student registers for the course.
By the date required by law, the superintendent shall annually report to the board and the community at a regularly scheduled meeting an evaluation of student achievement toward meeting district and school goals and objectives.
The superintendent shall consider additional factors contributing to student achievement such as indicators of student and educator engagement, school climate and/or safety. The chief school administrator may consult with the appropriate staff member in the development and assessment of indicators of engagement, school climate and/or safety, such as teaching staff, the affirmative action officer and the anti-bullying coordinator and/or specialist.
The board shall administer the applicable Statewide assessments, including the six major components: the elementary assessment component for grades three through five; the middle school assessment component for grades six through eight, the Department of Education approved statewide proficiency assessment, the alternative high school assessment (AHSA) and the alternate proficiency assessment (APA) for students with severe cognitive disabilities. The Statewide assessments shall be administered according to a schedule prescribed by the Commissioner.
All district high school English language learners (ELLs) shall satisfy both state and district requirements for graduation, except that any English language learners may demonstrate attainment of State minimum levels of proficiency through passage of the alternative high school assessment (AHSA) process in his/her native language and an English fluency assessment approved by the Department of Education or passage of the AHSA process in English with appropriate accommodations.
Through the individualized education program (IEP) process the board may specify alternative requirements for a state-endorsed diploma for individual students with disabilities
Low student achievement shall be regarded by the board as an indication that revisions are needed in educational programming, general strategy, staff resource use, staff evaluation, and/or other aspects of the learning program.
Adopted: December 21, 1978
File Code: 6147 STANDARDS OF PROFICIENCY (continued)
NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Proficiencies, Standards of Proficiency
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-21 Boards of education; establishment of standards Commissioner of Education to develop a program of standards and guidelines N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-2 Establishment of standards for graduation from secondary schools N.J.S.A. 18A:7E-2 through -5 School report card program N.J.S.A. 18A:7F-46 Review, update of the CCCS, Core Curriculum Content Standards, Educational Adequacy Report N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.9 Student promotion and remediation; policies and procedures N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.1 et seq. Standards and Assessment See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.1, -1.3,-2.1, -4.1, -4.4, -5.1 N.J.A.C. 6A:14-4.11 Statewide assessment N.J.A.C. 6A:15-1.1 et seq. Bilingual Education See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:15-1.11 N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-9.5 Commissioner to ensure achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-2.1 Definitions N.J.A.C. 6A:32-12.1 et seq. Student Behavior N.J.A.C. 6A:32-13.1 et seq. Student Behavior N.J.A.C. 6A:32-14.1 et seq. State and Federally Mandated Programs and Services
Abbott v. Burke, 149 N.J. 145 (1997) (Abbott IV)
Abbott v. Burke, 153 N.J. 480 (1998) (Abbott V)
Abbott v. Burke, 163 N.J. 95 (2000) (Abbott VI)
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Pub. L. 107-110, 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq. Every Student Succeeds Act, Pub. L. 114-95., 20 U.S.C.A. 6301 et seq.
Possible Cross References: *1120 Board of education meetings *5113 Absences and excuses *5120 Assessment of individual needs *5124 Reporting to parents/guardians *5125 Student records 6000 Concepts and roles in instruction 2 File Code: 6147 STANDARDS OF PROFICIENCY (continued)
*6010 Goals and objectives *6140 Curriculum adoption *6141 Curriculum design/development *6146 Graduation requirements *6146.2 Promotion/retention *6171.1 Remedial instruction *6171.3 At-risk and Title 1 *6300 Evaluation of the instructional program
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6164.2 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy X Other Reasons
GUIDANCE SERVICES
A guidance program shall be incorporated into the Woodbridge Township School District's educational program to aid students in making informed and responsible decisions and in using effective decision-making processes. The guidance program shall be developed and coordinated by the superintendent in consultation with teaching staff members he/she has identified as possessing necessary skills and abilities, to help students acquire the insights and knowledge they need to become autonomous, mature members of adult society in a democratic nation.
The board of education shall ensure all students have access to adequate or appropriate counseling services. When informing students about possible careers or professional or vocational opportunities, the options presented to students shall not be restricted or limited on the basis of race, creed, color, national religion, disability, or socioeconomic status. No biased or stereotyped tests or guidance or counseling materials shall be used.
The purpose of the guidance program shall be to help students in learning to make their own decisions concerning life's many choices--personal, educational, and career/vocational.
The guidance program shall provide, as fully as possible, the information needed to make the best decisions concerning the student's educational program. Such information shall include facts such as test scores, grades and educational history. Student records may also include anecdotes, but shall not carry judgments, opinions and other advice.
Students shall be encouraged to avail themselves of the help of the guidance department's personnel. The guidance department in the high school shall encourage the visits of educational and occupational representatives, including military recruiters. The administration shall have a positive attitude toward granting permission to seniors to visit schools, colleges and places of employment during school time. Students must have prior approval of the guidance department for the scheduled visit.
Students shall be aided in finding part-time jobs when in school, and permanent employment upon graduation.
Guidance services shall include establishment of a referral system that guards the privacy of the student and monitors the efficacy of such referrals, when district resources are not sufficient, as in drug or alcohol counseling.
Adopted: December 21, 1978 Revised: March 29, 1990 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Guidance Services
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.2 Career development program
File Code: 6164.2 GUIDANCE SERVICES (continued)
N.J.S.A. 18A:36-19 Student records; creation, maintenance and retention, security and access; regulations; nonliability N.J.S.A. 18A:36-19.1 Military recruiters; access to schools and student information directories N.J.S.A. 18A:38-36 Employment certificates to part-time students; revocation N.J.S.A. 18A:46-5.1 Basic child study team services; provision by boards of education and state operated programs N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7 Equality in school and classroom practices N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.1 et seq. Standards and Assessment See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:8-3.2 N.J.A.C. 6A:9-13.2 Substance awareness coordinator N.J.A.C. 6A:9-13.7 Director of school counseling services N.J.A.C. 6A:9-13.8 School counselor N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.4 Evaluation N.J.A.C. 6A:16-4.1 Adoption of policies and procedures for the intervention of student alcohol and other drug abuse N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts N.J.A.C. 6A:32-7.1 et seq. Student Records N.J.A.C. 6A:32-13.3 Guidance and counseling
Possible Cross References: 5000 Concepts and roles in student personnel 5010 Personal goals and objectives for students *5020 Role of parents/guardians *5113 Absences and excuses *5114 Suspension and expulsion *5120 Assessment of individual needs *5124 Reporting to parents/guardians *5125 Student records *5131 Conduct/discipline *5131.6 Drugs, alcohol, tobacco (substance abuse) *6142.12 Career education *6145 Extracurricular activities *6146 Graduation requirements *6164.4 Child study team *6171.1 Remedial instruction *6171.2 Gifted and talented *6171.4 Special education *6172 Alternative educational programs *6173 Home instruction
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION FILE CODE: 6171.1 Woodbridge, New Jersey Monitored X Mandated Policy Other Reasons
REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION
Students who perform below acceptable levels on statewide assessments of the Common Core State Standards New Jersey Student Learning Standards shall participate in remedial programs. Proficiency shall also be evaluated through multiskills assessment, standardized tests, diagnostic instruments, teacher observation and student progress reports.
The programs shall include procedures to evaluate student achievement related to the remedial program objectives and standards. Continuous communication between teaching staff members and parents/ guardians of students participating in remedial educational programs shall be coordinated by the superintendent. These programs shall be supplemental to the regular program and designed to assist students who have academic, social, economic or environmental needs that prevent them from succeeding in regular school programs.
Parents or guardians of students involved in the program will be notified of their children's participation in the program and of the availability of student portfolios, progress reports, and work samples. Such notification will be, whenever possible, in the primary speaking language of the parent.
Parents/guardians shall be notified of appropriate times during the course of remediation, of the pupil’s progress in meeting the remediation standards. The parent/guardian shall be immediately consulted if, in the teacher’s judgement, there is any indication that the pupil’s progress may not be sufficient to meet these standards.
The Woodbridge Township School District recognizes that some students may need the extra assistance of the Title I ASI program in order to reach their educational goals and intends to include parents in all aspects of the program. The district will implement a parent involvement program which will include opportunities for parents to meet the teachers, to participate in training programs, and to participate in the annual ASI - Title I Planning, Design, and Implementation Meeting as well as in local meetings held annually at each Title I school. Parents will also be informed periodically of the progress of their children who are enrolled in this program.
Regulations governing these programs and procedures Board policies shall be developed with the participation of parents, teachers and students, where appropriate and reviewed and adopted by the board as required by law.
The superintendent shall evaluate the remedial education programs each school year and report to the board of education as to their effectiveness in achieving and maintaining acceptable levels of student proficiency.
The superintendent shall develop and the board shall adopt procedures for pupil promotion and remediation, related to district goals, objectives and pupil proficiency.
Adopted: June 23, 1977 Revised: December 21, 1978; January 24, 1991; March 21, 1996; November 18, 2004 NJSBA Review/Update: December 2011 Readopted: August 21, 2014
FIRST READING: September 22, 2016
File Code: 6171.1 REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION (continued)
Key Words
Remedial Instruction, Compensatory Instruction, Supplemental Instruction, Remedial Education
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-1 et seq. High School Graduation Standards See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-2, -3, -4, -6 N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.9 Student promotion and remediation; policies and procedures N.J.A.C. 6A:8-4.3 Accountability N.J.A.C. 6A:8-4.4 Annual review and evaluation of school districts N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 Graduation N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq. Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts
Possible Cross References: *4138.2 Private tutoring *5120 Assessment of individual needs *6141 Curriculum design/development *6142 Subject fields *6142.6 Basic skills *6146 Graduation requirements *6146.2 Promotion/retention *6147 Standards of proficiency *6171.3 At-risk and Title 1
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
The board endeavors to provide an educational program adjusted to the needs of the individual child within the financial means of the district. Grouping enables a more efficient use of staff in meeting these needs. Program adaptations provide another means of using staff efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of many children.
When The board of education recognizes that the needs of special individuals or groups cannot be met through adaptation or independent study, the chief school administrator shall investigate active engagement of each pupil is a primary requisite for sound teaching and propose learning to take place. When a child is unable to benefit from the educational program the board for approval shall make a determination of the student's risk for school failure and a decision regarding the student's placement in an alternative education. programs and facilities. Alternative education programs shall be approved by the Commissioner of Education. For general education students the determination shall be based on the following, including but not limited to:
A. The student's academic, health and behavioral records, including the student's IPP, if one has been developed and the results of available testing, assessment or evaluation of the student;
B. Consultation with and notice to the student's parent/guardian; and
C. Information provided by the school-based multidisciplinary team responsible to provide intervention and referral services (see board policy 6164.1 Intervention and Referral Services),
Decisions regarding the placement of a student with a disability in an alternative education program, shall be based on the recommendation of the child study team and consistent with the student’s individualized education program (IEP).
Alternative Education Programs
Alternative education programs shall be approved by the Commissioner of Education. Each alternative education program shall fulfill the program criteria that are specified in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-9.2 including but not limited to:
A. A maximum student-teacher ratio of 12:1 for high school programs;
B. A maximum student-teacher ratio of 10:1 for middle school programs;
C. An Individualized Program Plan (IPP) shall be developed for each general education student enrolled in the program; and
D. For students with disabilities the alternate education program shall be consistent with the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Individualized Program Plan (IPP)
The IPP shall be developed in consultation with the student's parent and the receiving school district, or an alternative education program within a State agency, public college operated program or department-approved school approved by the Commissioner of Education, as appropriate. The IPP shall:
File Code: 6172 ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS (continued)
A. Be developed by a multidisciplinary team of professionals with knowledge of the student's educational, behavioral, emotional, social and health needs;
B. Identify the appropriate instructional and support services for addressing the student's identified needs;
C. Be developed in accordance with the format prescribed by the Commissioner of Education and implemented within 30 calendar days of the student's placement in the alternative education program but need not, be developed prior to the student's placement.
The multidisciplinary team that reviews the IPP shall include district staff and staff from the alternative education program who have knowledge of the student's educational, behavioral, emotional, social and health needs.
The multidisciplinary team shall review and, as appropriate, revise the IPP prior to the completion of the student's anticipated enrollment in the alternative education program or prior to the end of the school year, whichever occurs first. Additionally the multidisciplinary team may review and revise the IPP, as needed, at any time during the student's enrollment in the alternative education program.
The student's parent shall be advised of revisions to the IPP
Home Schooling
The board acknowledges the right of parents/guardians to educate their children at home. The board is not required by law to allow a resident child educated elsewhere than at school to participate in the regular school curriculum or in extracurricular or sports activities. The board may:
A. Allow a child educated elsewhere than at school to participate in curricular and extracurricular activities or sports activities;
B. Loan books or materials to a child educated elsewhere than at school.
Required Services to Home Schooled Students
When a student of this district is home schooled, the district shall:
A. Provide payment for tuition when a student is enrolled in a shared-time vocational school program. Once a resident student is enrolled in a shared-time vocational school program the student becomes a public school student;
B. Review any written request for a special education evaluation and if warranted conduct an evaluation as described in board policy 6171.4 Special Education and in accordance with the federal special education law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (P.L. 108-446 §612).
If the child is eligible for special education and related services, the district shall make a free, appropriate public education available only if the child enrolls in the district. If the child does not enroll in the district, but the district chooses to provide services, the district will develop a plan for the services to be provided.
2 File Code: 6172 ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS (continued)
Disruptive/Disaffected Children
The board of education recognizes that the active engagement of each pupil is a primary requisite for sound teaching and learning to take place. When a child is unable to benefit from the educational program because he/she is either disruptive or disaffected, then the educational goals of the district for that child will not be realized and the efforts of other pupils may be impeded.
In an effort to optimize the educational experience for each child, the chief school administrator shall develop procedures to identify and work with disruptive/disaffected pupils.
When it is determined by the child study team that a disruptive/disaffected pupil is not classifiable, the board shall consider some other program as an alternative to regular classroom attendance. When the district does not have a suitable alternative program available, the chief school administrator shall recommend to the board placement in a program of another district, or home instruction.
In accordance with state law and board policy, disruptive pupils whose continuing attendance interrupts the educational program and/or threatens harm to themselves and others may be suspended and considered for expulsion (see policy 5114 Suspension and Expulsion).
Removal for Weapons Offenses or Assault
Any pupil who is convicted or found to be delinquent for the following offenses shall be immediately removed by the principal from the district's regular education program for a period of not less than one calendar year and placed in an alternative education school or program pending a hearing before the board of education to remove the pupil:
A. Possessing a firearm on any school property, on a school bus, or at a school-sponsored function; or
B. Committing a crime while possessing a firearm.
The chief school administrator shall determine at the end of the year whether the pupil is to return to the district's regular education program, in accordance with procedures established by the Commissioner of Education.
Any pupil who assaults a pupil, teacher, administrator, board member, or other district employee with a weapon other than a firearm on school property, on a school bus, or at a school-sponsored function must be immediately removed from the school's regular education program and placed in an alternative school or program, pending a hearing before the board. The chief school administrator shall determine when the child shall return to the regular education program.
Potential Dropouts
While statute requires attendance of each pupil only until 16 years of age, it is in the best interests of both pupils and the community that they complete the educational program that will equip them with skills and increase their chances for a successful and fulfilling life beyond the schools.
The board directs that whenever a pupil wishes to withdraw, or has been identified as a potential withdrawal, effort should be made to determine the underlying reason and the resources of the district should be used to assist the pupil in reaching his/her career goals. No pupil under the age of 18 will be permitted to withdraw without the written consent of a parent/guardian.
3 File Code: 6172 ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS (continued)
The chief school administrator shall develop procedures for withdrawal from school that:
A. Make counseling services available to any pupil who wishes to withdraw;
B. Make every effort to satisfy the pupil's future educational needs;
C. Help the pupil define his/her own educational life goals and help plan the realization of those goals;
D. Inform the pupil of the high school equivalency program;
E. Point out to the pupil the opportunities available in the armed forces.
Adopted: August 21, 2014 NJSBA Review/Update: Readopted:
FIRST READING: August 18, 2016 SECOND READING: September 22, 2016
Key Words
Alternative Educational Programs, Home Schooling, Dropouts, Disruptive Pupils, Disruptive Students, Disaffected Pupils, Disaffected Students, At-Risk Pupils
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.S.A. 18A:37-1 et seq. Discipline of pupils See particularly: N.J.S.A. 18A:37-2.2 N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, -25, -31 Attendance at school free of charge N.J.S.A. 18A:54-20 Powers of board (county vocational schools) N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 Graduation requirements N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.2 High school diplomas N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.1 et seq. Special Education N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.3 Alternative education programs N.J.A.C. 6A:16-5.5 Removal of students from general education for firearms offense N.J.A.C. 6A:16-5.6 Removal of students from general education for assaults with weapons N.J.A.C. 6A:16-9.1et seq. Alternative Education Programs N.J.A.C. 6A:16-10.1 et seq. Home or Out-of-School Instruction for General Education Students N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1et seq 3.2 Evaluation of the District Performance of School Districts review N.J.A.C. 6A:32-13.1 et seq. Student Behavior See particularly: N.J.A.C. 6A:32-13.2
20 U.S.C.A. 1400 et seq. - 1990 Individuals With Disabilities Education Act, P.L. 108-446 §612
State v. Vaughn, 44 N.J. 142, 1965
State v. Massa, 95 N.J. Super. 382, 1967 4 File Code: 6172 ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS (continued)
20 USCA Section 8921 Gun Free Schools Act
Possible Cross References: *5113 Absences and excuses *5114 Suspension and expulsion 5119 Transfers *5131 Conduct/discipline *5131.7 Weapons and dangerous instruments *5134 Married/pregnant pupils *6142.2 English as a second language; bilingual programs *6142.12 Career education *6164.2 Guidance services *6164.4 Child study team *6171.4 Special education *6173 Home instruction
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
5 Job Description Board of Education Woodbridge Township
Title: Inventory / Operations Manager Function: To oversee and manage inventory Reports to: Supervisor of Transportation Duties, responsibilities, and authorities:
A. Duties 1. Maintain and monitor inventory of supplies and materials. 2. Purchase supplies and materials necessary to maintain and/or repair district equipment. 3. Responsible for security of parts and materials at the district garage and for security of the building, which may, at the discretion of the Transportation Supervisor, include weekend checks. 4. Authorize and initiate all purchase requisitions in compliance with district procedures in procuring materials and supplies. 5. Update inventory management software as/when needed. 6. Work with the Supervisor of Transportation and District Service Manager on additions and reductions in the school bus fleet. 7. Assist in repairing/servicing vehicles, when necessary. 8. Drive buses as/when needed. 9. Assess equipment and parts. 10. Collaborate with insurance specialist to obtain repair estimates for all district owned vehicles involved in accidents 11. Responsible for repairs of district owned vehicles involved in accidents. 12. Coordinate all vehicle warrant work with vendors. 13. Fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the Supervisor of Transportation in his absence. 14. Perform all other job related functions as assigned by the Supervisor of Transportation.
B. Experience/background: 1. A high school diploma is required. 2. Thorough knowledge of methods and materials used for repairing equipment. Knowledge of equipment repair. 3. Formal training and/or experience in methods and materials used in repairing equipment preferred. Training and/or experience in equipment repair. 4. Previous experience in inventory management/order procurement preferred.
C. Personal qualifications: 1. Must be in good physical condition and have the physical strength sufficient to perform heavy lifting.
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2. Must be mature and possess integrity. 3. Must possess the ability to get along with others. 4. Must possess or qualify for a Class B CDL with P & S Endorsements within a reasonable timeframe from date of hire. 5. Working knowledge of computers. June 2015 09/16
Job Description Board of Education Woodbridge Township
Title: Supervisor of Intervention & Referral Services (I&RS), ESL/Bilingual Programs, 504 Plans, Assist the Academic Support Instruction (ASI) Coordinator, and Assist the Affirmative Action Officer
Function: Coordinate the development, implementation, operation, and evaluation of the I&RS Program, ESL/Bilingual Programs, and 504 Plans, and serve as AP Coordinator, Assistant ASI Coordinator, and Assistant Affirmative Action Officer, in accordance with law, policies, and regulations.
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Supervises: Teachers or other certified staff assigned to the above noted services and programs, or who have multiple building assignments. Aides, clerical staff, and other non-certified staff assigned to programs.
Duties, responsibilities, and authorities:
A. Curriculum and instruction: 1. Assess the implementation of the assigned services and programs. 2. Identify needs and, where necessary, recommend changes in the assigned services and programs. 3. Utilize test score results for the recommendation of improvements to the assigned services and programs. 4. Establish and maintain contacts with agencies and organizations that could serve program goals and utilize them where appropriate. 5. Integrate technology into the assigned services and programs. 6. Make recommendations concerning the implication(s) of applicable legislation.
B. Supervision 1. Assist in the interviewing and recommending of candidates as requested. 2. Observe and report on staff performance relating to requirements for the assigned services and programs. 3. Provide staff with Professional Development information for various topics, including but not limited to, standardized testing preparation, and for the assigned services and programs. 4. Consult with appropriate administrators in the scheduling of staff with multiple building assignments and, when requested, in the scheduling of any personnel connected with the assigned services and programs. 5. Schedule and hold meetings with staff members of the assigned services and programs. 6. Schedule inservice workshops for teachers including District Inservice Day.
Job Description Board of Education Woodbridge Township
C. Record keeping: 1. Gather, organize, and maintain district-wide records for the assigned services and programs. 2. Assist in the interpretation of district-wide information for the assigned services and programs. 3. Submit reports as necessary.
D. Use of physical and financial assets and resources: 1. Recommend budgetary allocations. 2. Develop budgets and manage district-wide resources for the assigned services and programs, where applicable. 3. Evaluate and recommend materials, supplies, and equipment for the assigned services and programs. 4. Coordinate centralized purchasing where appropriate. 5. Write and implement grant projects.
E. General professional requirements: 1. Participate and cooperate with other staff and community members to reach district goals. 2. Remain abreast of current developments, new trends, research, and contemporary interpretation of content and methodology related to this position. 3. Establish and maintain professional contact on local, state, and national levels. 4. Behave in accordance with law and exhibit high standards of professional ethical behavior. 5. Follow district and school policies, regulations, and procedures. 6. Perform all other duties assigned by the Assistant Superintendent or his/her designee consistent with law, policies, and regulations.
F. Professional preparation: 1. A Master's degree plus 32 credits is desired, but a Master's degree is required. 2. The applicant must hold or be eligible to qualify for the Supervisor or Principal certificate issued by the New Jersey State Department of Education. 3. A standard New Jersey Certificate for Teaching.
G. Experience/Background: 1. At least five years successful teaching in the public schools is required. 2. Successful administrative or supervisory experience is desired.
Job Description Board of Education Woodbridge Township
H. Personal qualifications: 1. Must be able to perform assigned tasks. 2. Must be mature and possess integrity. 3. Must possess vigorous leadership qualities. 4. Must possess the ability to get along well with one's colleagues and the public.
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Job Description Board of Education Woodbridge Township
Title: Webpage, Technology, and Video Production Coordinator
Function: Direct the day-to-day operations of the IT Department. Coordinate the district’s Technology Help Desk and Field Support Technology. Project management of technology initiatives, and other duties relative to supporting the Information Systems goals and objectives. Maintain and update the district Website. Coordinate all school district video productions.
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Supervisor of Technology
Duties, responsibilities, and authorities:
A. Duties: 1. Serve as the district Webmaster. 2. Coordinate and operate the complete array of video production equipment, including computer, camera, lighting, and sound recording equipment, necessary to produce programming for the district’s television station. 3. Plan, develop, and implement programming for the district cable television network. 4. Arrange schedules and manage all cable television programming. 5. Coordinate and maintain the district web page programs in order to provide current district information and a comprehensive two-way communication system with the public. 6. Coordinate the district Intranet programs for dissemination of information within the district and allow for teachers, staff and students the ability to collaborate across the district WAN and share forms. 7. Coordinate integration of new systems and applications. 8. Participate in projects by assisting in the implementation of systems. 9. Follow security standards for systems access. 10. Continuously upgrade systems knowledge to keep current with technical standards. 11. Assist systems technicians in the design of service and maintenance procedures. 12. Coordinate Help Desk and Field Support Technicians’ schedules. 13. Coordinate requests for hardware failure or trouble support through the Help Desk and system engineers. 14. Assist in the integration of instructional software applications and hardware deployments as directed by Supervisor. 15. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
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16. Be responsible for knowledge of the proper use of manuals, technical resources and current Operating Systems, common productivity software, test equipment and operating procedures. 17. Provide and maintain a quality life cycle process, and help to establish district standards and procedures for IT. 18. Determine priorities and work schedules to be developed or revised regarding IT projects. 19. Perform all other duties assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee consistent with laws, contract, policies, and regulations.
B. Professional Preparation: 1. A bachelor’s degree, preferably in technology or communications. 2. Excellent communication skills.
C. Experience/Background: 1. Successful experience with video and computer operations. 2. Successful experience in word processing, web development and computer graphics applications. 3. Experience with Microsoft Operating Systems on Intel based desktop computers and servers. 4. Good troubleshooting, communication, and analytical skills are required.
D. Personal Qualifications: 1. Must be mature and possess integrity. 2. Must be able to work successfully with school personnel, administrators, and the community. 3. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the community. 4. Must possess the ability to get along well with one’s colleagues and members of the community. 5. Must present a neat and appropriate appearance at all times.
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Curriculum
September 22, 2016 The Curriculum Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, presents the following:
1. The 2015-2016 PARCC Report will be presented.
2. That the Board of Education adopt the following curriculum guide for the instructional program:
Curriculum Guide Grade Health 2 Health 6 Health 7 Health 8 Health 9 Health 10 Health 11 Health 12
3. That the Board of Education approve the amount of $1485.00 for three seats for staff members to attend the Professional Development Literacy Consortium at Kean University School of Global Education & Innovation during the 2016-2017 school year. (Payment will be from funded account 20-271-200-300-00-F-00-00.)
4. That the Board of Education approve the previously submitted Memorandum of Agreement for 2016-2017 between Woodbridge Township School District and Middlesex County College to provide eligible students college credits through the Middlesex County High School Scholars program at a cost of $200 to the student.
5. That the Board of Education approve Edward Braunsdorf and Debjani Roy to be appointed as the Managers of the Title I Evening Parent and Student Programs, and Title I Parent Publications Managers for the 2016-2017 school year.
6. That the Board of Education approve payment not to exceed $750 to James R. Rahn, Math Through Discovery, LLC Consultant, for a half day of professional development in the application of TI-84 graphing calculator discovery learning activities for High School Algebra 1/Algebra 2 teachers and 8th grade math teachers for the October 10th, 2016 In-Service Day. (Payment will be from 20-271-200-300-00-F-00-00.)
7. That the Board of Education approve payment not to exceed $2500 to McGraw Hill Education for a half day of ALEKS training for all Algebra 1 and College Readiness Mathematics teachers for the 2016-17 school year. All services will be provided by a professional development services specialist. (Payment will be from 20-271-200-300-00-F-00-00.)
8. That the Board of Education approve the establishment of an alternative evening high school program (Twilight) at Woodbridge High School with a tentative start date of February 2017 pending State approval.
9. That the Board of Education approve the submission of three NEA “Great Public School” Family/Community Partnership Grants for the purposes described in the applications in the amount of $25,000 each.
10. That the Board of Education approve the following staff members to serve as members of the I&RS Committee during the 2016-2017 school year.
School Principal/Teacher Mawbey Street Balog, Barbara Avenel Street Gencarelli, Dr. Maria A. Port Reading Fitzgerald, Patricia
Curriculum
September 22, 2016 School Principal/Teacher Ross Street Giordano, Tammy Ford Avenue Wehrle, Catherine Indiana Avenue McGreevey, Sharon Menlo Park Terrace Truppa, Margaret Claremont Avenue Massimino, Dr. Joseph Oak Ridge Heights Hahn, Kimberly Lynn Crest Osborne, Scott Woodbine Avenue Puskuldjian, June Kennedy Park Osborne, Jill Lafayette Estates West, Stephanie Robert Mascenik Martino, Judith Pennsylvania Avenue Fancera, Dr. Samuel Matthew Jago Patten, Robert Avenel Middle Short, Joseph Avenel Middle Balog, Heather Avenel Middle DiMeglio, Brittany Avenel Middle Gallagher, Cheryl Avenel Middle Joe, Michelle Avenel Middle Oliveira, Sherry Avenel Middle Rollo, Elizabeth Avenel Middle Sisolak, Christine Avenel Middle Stanko, Allison Colonia Middle Azzarello, Joseph Colonia Middle Denenberg, Jenny Colonia Middle De Noyelles, Lorraine Colonia Middle Lagunovich, Cynthia Colonia Middle Taber,Matthew Colonia Middle Leon, Greta Colonia Middle McLaughlin, Melissa Colonia Middle Mentzel, Amy Colonia Middle Milewski, Barbara Colonia Middle Roemer, Daniel Colonia Middle Sacco, Michele Colonia Middle Santos, Jeremy Colonia Middle Wilson, Janice Fords Middle Celoski, Erin Fords Middle DiSilvestro, Nicole Fords Middle Evangelista, Carly Fords Middle Furrevig, Megan Fords Middle Karolewicz, Amanda Fords Middle Kwiatkowski, Lisa Iselin Middle Belly, Lisa Iselin Middle Bicica, Janet Iselin Middle Caruso, Franco Iselin Middle Crespo, Brenda Iselin Middle Jackson, Cheryl Woodbridge Middle Dymond, Gina Woodbridge Middle Estenes, Michelle Woodbridge Middle Keuscher, Ted Woodbridge Middle Kupcho, Suzanne Woodbridge Middle McHale, Noreen Woodbridge Middle Nemeth, Alice Woodbridge Middle Torella, Denise Woodbridge Middle Valente, Jessica Woodbridge Middle Van Kleef, Margaret Colonia High School Brennan, Linda Colonia High School O’Neill, Christina John F. Kennedy High School Cilento, Michael
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September 22, 2016 School Principal/Teacher John F. Kennedy High School Colon, MaryAnn John F. Kennedy High School Kaul, Edward John F. Kennedy High School Leahy, Erin John F. Kennedy High School Schmidt, Katherine John F. Kennedy High School Short, Beth Woodbridge High School Chiera, Christopher Woodbridge High School Gralla, Sharon Woodbridge High School Kane, Kevin Woodbridge High School Nolan, Patricia Woodbridge High School Papageorgiou, Dr. Bob Woodbridge High School Zeitz, Suzana
11. That the Board of Education approve the following members of the School Improvement Panel (ScIP) for the 2016-2017 school year.
School Principal/Teacher/Supervisor Mawbey Street Balog, Barbara Mawbey Street Conoshenti, Kelly Mawbey Street Puehlhorn, Kathleen Mawbey Street Soccodato, Vincent Avenel Street Gencarelli, Dr. Maria A. Avenel Street Kutcher, Karen Avenel Street Vreeland, Christina Port Reading Fitzgerald, Patricia Port Reading Skros, Kristine Port Reading Braunsdorf, Edward Ross Street Giordano, Tammy Ross Street Orland, Katie Ross Street Callahan, Chris Ford Avenue Wehrle, Catherine Ford Avenue Hoppock, Kelly Ford Avenue Nardoza, Christine Ford Avenue Calabrese, Laura Indiana Avenue McGreevey, Sharon Indiana Avenue DeMarino, Paula Indiana Avenue Ritz, Jennifer Indiana Avenue Roy, Debjani Menlo Park Terrace Truppa, Margaret Menlo Park Terrace Yavorsky, Lynn Menlo Park Terrace Weisenstein, Ronn Claremont Avenue Massimino, Dr. Joseph Claremont Avenue Marrone, Jodi Claremont Avenue Weisenstein, Ronn Oak Ridge Heights Hahn, Kimberly Oak Ridge Heights Voicheck, Lauren Oak Ridge Heights Wright, Michele Oak Ridge Heights Soccodato, Vincent Lynn Crest Osborne, Scott Lynn Crest Croat, Stephanie Lynn Crest Monaco, Camille Lynn Crest Schuck, Jamie Lynn Crest Zeno, Stephanie Lynn Crest Aker, Kelly Woodbine Avenue Puskuldjian, June Woodbine Avenue Lynch, Erin Woodbine Avenue Tothe, Christian Woodbine Avenue Aker, Kelly
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September 22, 2016 School Principal/Teacher/Supervisor Kennedy Park Osborne, Jill Kennedy Park Adase, Danielle Kennedy Park Barbato, Catherine Kennedy Park Mosca, Sheri Kennedy Park DeRollo, Sarah Lafayette Estates West, Stephanie Lafayette Estates Brady, Nancy Lafayette Estates Sherman, Heather Lafayette Estates Calabrese, Laura Robert Mascenik Martino, Judith Robert Mascenik Benson, Nicole Robert Mascenik Braunsdorf, Edward Pennsylvania Avenue Fancera, Dr. Samuel Pennsylvania Avenue Hershey, Kristen Pennsylvania Avenue Roy, Debjani Matthew Jago Patten, Robert Matthew Jago Ricci, Karan Matthew Jago Vreeland, Christina Avenel Middle Short, Joseph Avenel Middle Leusen, Thomas Avenel Middle Geraci, Jessica Avenel Middle Weiman, Christina Colonia Middle Lagunovich, Cynthia Colonia Middle Taber, Matthew Colonia Middle Lauri, Melissa Fords Middle Parry, James Fords Middle Sealander, Douglas Fords Middle Bobel, Jamie Iselin Middle Cilento, Kelly Iselin Middle Postorino, Paul Iselin Middle Chiera, Sandra Woodbridge Middle Crowe, Dr. John Woodbridge Middle Harris, Kevin Woodbridge Middle Falcone, Kimberly Woodbridge Middle Keuscher, Ted Colonia High School Pace, Kenneth Colonia High School Murphy, Jennifer Colonia High School Panko, Jamison Colonia High School O’Neill, Christina Colonia High School Perdoni, Kevin Colonia High School Tufts, Andrew John F. Kennedy High School Cilento, Michael John F. Kennedy High School Hugelmeyer, Robert John F. Kennedy High School Jacobson, Donna Woodbridge High School Lottmann, Glenn Woodbridge High School Chiera, Christopher Woodbridge High School Livres, Christine Woodbridge High School Calhoun, Jayson Woodbridge High School Papageorgiou, Dr. Bob Woodbridge High School Woodhull, John
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______
Finance and Insurance September 22, 2016
The Finance and Insurance Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, presents the following:
1. That the Board of Education approves payment of the bills in the amount of $21,245,609.49 and Food Service bills in the amount of $70,528.41.
2. That the amount of district taxes needed to meet the obligations of this Board for the next thirty-one day period, beginning October 1, 2016 is: Requisition for Taxes for the General Fund in the amount of $14,413,000.00 and for the Debt Service in the amount of $430,500.00 totaling $14,843,500.00, and that the Township Council is hereby requested to place in the hands of the Treasurer of School Monies that amount by October 10, 2016.
3. That the Board of Education accept the attached Business Administrator/Board Secretary's Monthly Interest and Investment Report for the month of August 2016.
4. That the bookkeeping transfers pertaining to the 2016-17 budgetary accounts be approved as per the attached list.
5. That the Board of Education accept the Report of the Secretary for the month of August 2016.
6. That the Board of Education accept the Report of the Treasurer for the months of July and August 2016, as they agree with the Reports of the Secretary.
7. That the Board of Education readopt the 2016-17 School Year Budget changing the total from $219,849,951.00 to $221,745,164.82 to reflect the following:
Rollover $1,166,543.82
Title I $214,105.00
Title III – Immigrant ($63,994.00)
Title III $28,143.00
IDEA-B $203,721.00
IDEA-B (Pre-School) $108,572.00
Title II ($257,312.00)
Perkins $5,400.00
Non-Public Textbook ($4,168.00)
Chapter 192/193 ($29,875.00)
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7. Cont’d.
Non-Public Nursing ($9,607.00)
Non-Public Technology ($5,885.00)
Safety Grant $39,570.00
Township Agreement $500,000.00
8. That the members of the Board of Education certify that to the best of their knowledge no major account or fund has been overexpended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(b) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. 9. That the Board of Education approve the following resolution. WHEREAS, the New Jersey School Insurance Group (NJSIG), has established a Safety Grant Program to provide funds toward plant safety, building security, safety equipment and training; and WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township School District qualified and applied for a grant in the amount of $39,570.00 for the period July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017; and WHEREAS, NJSIG has awarded the Woodbridge Township School District the 2016 Safety Grant Award. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education, Township of Woodbridge, County of Middlesex, New Jersey, that the Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to accept the 2016 Safety Grant Award in the amount of $39,570.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the grant funds be used to invest in safety and security related improvements within the district.
10. That the Board of Education approve the previously submitted agreement between the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, 581 Main Street , Woodbridge, NJ 07095, granting access to areas specified within the scope of the agreement to Johnston Communications on behalf of the Woodbridge Township School District for the purposes of installing conduit for fiber optic cable.
11. WHEREAS, the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (“HCESC”), as Lead Agency for the HCESC cooperative pricing system (system identifier 34HUNCCP), has awarded a contract for proprietary Apple technology products (bid number HCESC-TEC- 16-01), effective March 25, 2016 following the public solicitation of sealed bids pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-15, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13 and N.J.A.C. 5:34-9.1; and WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education is a member of the HCESC cooperative pricing system and is authorized to make purchases from contracts awarded by the HCESC pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:34-7.1 et seq.; and WHEREAS, the Apple technology products covered by the HCESC contract sought by the Woodbridge Township Board of Education are of such a specialized nature that only such products will meet the needs of the Woodbridge Township Public School District and
WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education has gone to great lengths to ensure that students and staff were provided with a uniform system of technology in each Finance and Insurance September 22, 2016
classroom in order to foster a more efficient and cohesive learning environment, the disruption of which would have negative impacts on student education and district resources; ” WHEREAS, the use of non-Apple products would require either the wholesale replacement of the technology currently used by the Woodbridge Township Public School District or an unsupportable level of training, support and maintenance services that would utterly defeat the purpose of the public contracting laws; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Woodbridge Township Board of Education hereby authorizes the purchase of proprietary Apple technology products through HCESC Contract (HCESC-TEC-16-01) from Apple, Inc. 5505 W. Parmer Lane, MS 578-ROA Austin, TX 78727-6524, for the following items: Package 1: 2 (two) Apple iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 32GB – Space Gray (10-pack) with 3-Year AppleCare, Part #: BM7Z2LL/A; 5 (five) iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 32GB – Space Gray, Part #MNV22LL/A; 5 (five) 3-Year AppleCare+ for iPad, Part #: S5193LL/A; 1 (one) MacBook Pro 13-inch: 2.5GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, Part # MD101LL/A; 1 (one) AppleCare Protection Plan – 11-inch and 13-inch MacBook, Part #: S3130LL/A Package 2: 2 (two) MacBook Pro 13-inch: 2.5GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, Part # MD101LL/A; 2 (two) AppleCare Protection Plan – 11-inch and 13-inch MacBook, Part #: S3130LL/A Package 3: 4 (four) iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 32GB – Space Gray, Part #MNV22LL/A; 4 (four) 3- Year AppleCare+ for iPad, Part #: S5193LL/A; 1 (one) Lightning to USB Cable (1m), Part # MD818AM/A; 1 (one) Apple 12W USB Power Adapter, Part # MD836LL/A Package 4: 5 (five) Lightning to USB Cable (1m), Part # MD818AM/A; 5 (five) Apple 12W USB Power Adapter, Part # MD836LL/A; 1 (one) Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Part # MB572Z/B Package 5: 3 (three) 12.9-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi 128GB – Space Gray, Part # ML0N2LL/A; 3 (three) 3-Year AppleCare+ for iPad, Part #: S5193LL/A; 3 (three) Apple Pencil for iPad Pro, Part # MK0C2AM/A; 3 (three) Smart Keyboard for 12.9-inch iPad Pro – US English, Part # MJYR2LL/A Package 6: 5 (five) Lightning to USB Cable (1m), Part # MD818AM/A; 5 (five) Apple 12W USB Power Adapter, Part # MD836LL/A; 2 (two) Apple TV 32GB, Part # MGY52LL/A Package 7: 2 (two) iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 32GB – Space Gray, Part #MNV22LL/A; 2 (two) 3-Year AppleCare+ for iPad, Part #: S5193LL/A; 1 (one) Apple TV 32GB, Part # MGY52LL/A Package 8: 1 (one) Apple TV 32GB, Part # MGY52LL/A Package 9: 4 (four) iPod touch 64GB Space Gray, Part # MKHL2LL/A; 4 (four) AppleCare+ for iPod touch/iPod classic, Part #: S5092LL/A; 4 (four) Beats Pill+ Speaker – Black, Part # ML4M2LL/A; 2 (two) urBeats Earphones – Space Gray, Part # MK9W2AM/B; 2 (two) Powerbeats3 Wireless Earphones – Black, Part # ML8V2LL/A
12. WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education (sometimes “Board”) requires the services of a professional architect to develop plans and conduct various other pre- construction work on the proposed construction at the Ross Street and Woodbridge Middle schools; and WHEREAS, the Township of Woodbridge (“Township”) has transferred five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) to the Board by resolution dated August 30, 2016, for the purpose of covering the costs of said pre-construction architectural work; and WHEREAS, the Board does not expect to utilize any general funds for this work beyond that which has been contributed by the Township; and WHEREAS, the Board has determined through a deliberative and efficient process that LAN Associates will best serve the needs of the Board for these services; and WHEREAS, the Board is authorized to award a contract for these services pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5(a)1; Finance and Insurance September 22, 2016
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Woodbridge Township Board of Education as follows: 1. The Board hereby awards a contract to LAN Associates for pre-construction architectural work at the Ross Street and Woodbridge Middle Schools in an amount not to exceed $500,000, in accordance with the proposal of LAN Associates dated June 3, 2016; and 2. The Board hereby makes this award as a professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5(a)1 and directs the Board’s Business Administrator/Board Secretary to publish the relevant advertisement required by law; and 3. The Board directs and authorizes the Board President and the Board’s administration to take all necessary and appropriate steps to carry out this action of the Board. 13. WHEREAS, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education (sometimes “Board”) is required by law and regulations of the New Jersey Department of Education (“DOE”) to review and update its Long Range Facilities Plan (“LRFP”); and WHEREAS, the Board’s LRFP is currently out-of-date and must be thoroughly updated and approved by the DOE; and WHEREAS, the Board has solicited proposals from qualified architects pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5(a)1 to make the necessary updates to the LRFP; and WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the proposal submitted by LAN Associates best meets the needs of the Board based upon price and other factors; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Woodbridge Township Board of Education as follows: 1. The Board hereby awards a contract to LAN Associates in a total amount of $71,500 to thoroughly update and acquire DOE approval of the Board’s LRFP; and 2. The Board hereby makes this award as a professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5(a)1 and directs the Board’s Business Administrator/Board Secretary to publish the relevant advertisement required by law; and 3. The Board directs and authorizes the Board President and the Board’s administration to take all necessary and appropriate steps to carry out this action of the Board.
14. That the Board of Education renew the previously submitted Shared Service Agreement between the Woodbridge Township Board of Education and the Township of Woodbridge for a part-time grant writer, retroactively, for the period beginning July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017.
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______2016-2017 Agenda Transfers September 22, 2016
FROM: TO:
1) 11-190-100-610-52-Z-LA-SU General Dup. Supplies- CHS 375.00 11-000-261-420-60-A-RP-00 Contracted Services 5,775.00 11-190-100-611-52-Z-AD-SU Capital Supplies- CHS 5,400.00
2) 11-402-100-590-50-Z-UB-00 Athletic Reconditioning- WHS 1,750.00 11-000-261-420-60-A-RP-00 Contracted Services 1,750.00
7,525.00 7,525.00
1) Transfer requested by Principal to relocate phone lines and to install a new projection screen in Auditorium. 2) Transfer requested by Principal to furnish and install banners in the gymnasium.
9/15/2016 12:56 PM MONTHLY INTEREST AND INVESTMENT REPORT For August 2016
2016-17 Budget Amount 600,000.00
DATE DESCRIPTION AMOUNT 8/15/2016 TD Bank 589.07 8/31/2016 BCB Bank 8,864.12 8/31/2016 Northfield Bank 6,199.23
Total Interest 15,652.42
Prior Months' Interest 15,497.46
Year to Date 31,149.88
INVESTMENTS OUTSTANDING: ESTIMATED BANK INVESTMENT MATURITY RATE INTEREST BCB Bank 10,298,388.76 Liquid 1.00% 8,581.99 Northfield Bank 9,148,502.03 Liquid 0.75% 5,717.81 19,446,890.79 14,299.80 10-111 Technology
September 22, 2016
The Technology Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, presents the following:
1. That the Board of Education approve the submission of the Woodbridge Township School District Technology Plan 2016-2019 to the Middlesex County Superintendent of Schools.
2. That the Board of Education approve the renewal of a cloud based website and content management system for 24 schools, main website and Intranet, at a cost of $32,914.44, to Blackboard (formerly Schoolwires), 8335 Keystone Crossing, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240. (Payment will be from FY2016-2017 #11-000-251-340-77-W-EB-PG).
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______
Transportation
September 22, 2016
The Transportation Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, presents the following:
1. That the Board of Education amend the resolution of the award of PD17-13 for transportation routes for the 2016-2017 to reflect Route E263 should not have been included. (Transportation Agenda, 8/18/16, Item 2.)
2. That the Board of Education approve the following temporary routes for the 2016-2017 school year to the vendor with the lowest quote, whose quote also met specifications, as follows:
Woodbridge Checker Total $17,460.00 674 Amboy Avenue Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Rt. FAS4 Avenel St. School 4/5 From Monroe 90 days @ $194.00 Effective 9/7/16
3. That the Board of Education approve an Additional $680.00 to Rt. FIMS for Transportation Care due to medical transport student going to G&T effective September, 2016 to June, 2017.
4. That the Board of Education approve the cancellation of Rt. FPAS to Transportation Care due to student relocating. (Transportation Agenda 6/15/16, Item 9.)
5. That the Board of Education approve the cancellation of Rt. #23 IN for the 2016-2017 school year due to no students. (Transportation Agenda, 6/15/16, Item #7)
6. That the Board of Education approve the cancellation, effective September 9, 2016, of Rt 24- 2 to Transportation Care due to students no longer needing transportation. (Transportation Agenda, 6/15/16, Item 4.)
7. That the Board of Education approve the following temporary route for the 2016-2017 school year to the vendor with the lowest quote, whose quote also met specifications, as follows:
Woodbridge Checker Total $13,680.00 674 Amboy Avenue Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Rt. FPSK Piscataway Vo-Tech, Piscataway From Keasbey 90 days @ $152.00 Effective 9/14/16
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______Cafeteria
September 22, 2016
The Cafeteria Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, presents the following:
1. That the Board of Education approve the award of Bid PD-17-15 Cres Cor Model No. CO-151- FW-UA-12DE Cook-N-Hold Cabinet Ovens at three high schools to the bidder, whose proposal also met specifications as follows: (Bids read 9/16/16, one bid received): E & A Supply $45,965.54 10 East 5th Street Plainfield, NJ 07061-0031
I move for the adoption of the foregoing.
Motion by ______
Seconded by ______