MINUTES OF THE PATERSON BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

January 20, 2010 – 7:55 p.m. John F. Kennedy High School

Presiding: Comm. Errol Kerr, President

Present: Dr. Donnie W. Evans, State District Superintendent Mark Tabenkin, Esq., General Counsel

Comm. Theodore Best Comm. Waheedah Muhammad Comm. Eddie Gonzalez Comm. Pedro Rodriguez *Comm. Jonathan Hodges Comm. Willa Mae Taylor, Vice President Comm. Danilo Inoa

Absent: Comm. Wendy Guzman

The Salute to the Flag was led by Comm. Kerr.

Comm. Best read the Open Public Meetings Act:

The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of, and to attend the meetings of the Paterson Public School District, as well as other public bodies at which any business affecting the interest of the public is discussed or acted upon.

In accordance with the provisions of this law, the Paterson Public School District has caused notice of this meeting:

Regular Meeting January 20, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. John F. Kennedy High School 61-127 Preakness Avenue Paterson, New Jersey

to be published by having the date, time and place posted in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Paterson, at the entrance of the Paterson Public School offices, and by sending notice of the meeting to the Arab Voice, El Diario, the Italian Voice, the North Jersey Herald News, and the Record.

Comm. Kerr: If you are here and you have your cell phones on, we are asking you to please turn them off because they do interfere with the recording apparatus. So if you need to use them, you go outside of the precinct of this auditorium and you may use them. But while you are inside here, we are asking you kindly to turn them off.

Page 1 01/20/10 REPORT OF STATE DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT

Dr. Evans: I have three or four items I'd like to briefly share with you. First of all, I'd like to provide for you – and I think you have copies for each Board member, Cheryl – a working draft of revised weather emergency procedures that we recently distributed among our principals and other staff. These particular procedures will replace any preexisting procedures that we have. As we have moved through the winter, the possibility of a weather event that may result in a delayed opening in particular has prompted us to include that as an option in this particular array of procedures. I understand the district has not exercised that option much. In fact, I think there has probably only been one occasion in the recent past that the district has used it and the response that I've gotten from individuals who were in the district at that time was that we needed to be clearer on the processes, procedures, and expectations, and we think we've done that. But we've also made major revisions to procedures as it relates to school closings, or cancelations, and early release. We also have included in this particular document a section that addresses shelter-in-place procedures. We may find ourselves in circumstances where a particular weather event comes so quickly and is so devastating that we may want to hold our students and faculty in schools rather than allowing them out into whatever weather may be under way, because it may be more dangerous for them to go outside. So shelter-in-place procedures are necessary then for principals to follow to maintain youngsters and faculty in the schools until it‟s safe to go outside. We provide this to you for the purpose of getting your feedback. I'm asking that you will take the opportunity to review them in the coming days and get to Ms. Berrios suggestions or comments you want to make regarding them by Friday of next week. I believe that is January 29. At that point we are seeking to put them in final form. We are also seeking input from a number of stakeholders. Indeed, included in the introduction and overview section on page four you will see a list of stakeholders from whom we are requesting input and you will see the School Board is the first on that list. You will see other individuals that we want to read this and give us feedback so we can be as through and represent that feedback in any revisions that we make. So again, we ask that you review it, give Ms. Berrios a call, send her an email or a memo, or in whatever form you choose to communicate, to advise her of any recommendations for revisions to this document that you'd like to make. Secondly, on Monday, Martin Luther King Jr.‟s birthday, on January 18, I had the privilege of participating in an activity sponsored by the Paterson Youth Council and NJCDC. I was extremely pleased. It was very well done. In fact, so well done some of our students were recognized to the point that I want to bring them to you in the next Board meeting to recognize our students and the two Board Commissioners that were involved in that activity, Comm. Gonzalez and Comm. Best. But I want to personally commend them. To see first our Commissioners in a leadership role and sponsoring such an event, but then having our students also to assume leadership roles and be the recipients of awards was doubly pleasing. So, on the next Board agenda I do want to formally recognize members of the School Board and the students in our schools who were a part of this process. Again, I commend you all for a job well done. Third, we had some discussion in the workshop last week about alternative schools and you voted and I took some action as a result. One of the comments I made was regarding Eastside High School and where we were with it. I have some additional comments that I want to offer after reflecting on last week‟s discussion and my action to add additional perspective. But I've asked Principal Moody to come and provide for you a very brief update with regards to where we are with Eastside High School.

*Comm. Hodges enters the meeting at 8:00 p.m.

Page 2 01/20/10 Mr. Zatiti Moody: Good evening Dr. Evans, distinguished members of the Board, and our community at large. This evening I was asked to update you guys on some of the changes that have taken place at Eastside High School. I'm extremely ecstatic that as a staff and as a school we have been able to rejuvenate and reinvigorate many of our staff members by simply setting a standard and holding firm to our belief that the classroom is our most sacred place in our schools. We have a team of behavior experts, along with our administrative team, at Eastside High School who have partnered with Dr. Evans, Dr. Fulmore, Eileen Shafer, Captain Smith, and many other central office administration members to introduce a highly intense, no-nonsense approach towards educational excellence. Our team has been amazing. We have some members of our staff here tonight who can testify to a team buying into a process to take over our schools and establish some type of order, and a process where we believe in a concept of demanding excellence as opposed to demanding obedience. You will hear me say this on many occasions that we have a team approach where no one person can take credit for the early success and for the things that we have accomplished early on this past week at Eastside High School. With this in mind, we also need to understand that no one person can take the blame for some of the negative activities that occur in pockets still at Eastside High School and out of Eastside High School. We do believe that we take ownership of our students, their behaviors, and their actions, even outside of the school because we have to teach them a culture of getting along, going to school, and respecting one another. So with this said, we worked collectively as a staff. We met collectively as a staff. We met with the student body individually on grade levels to make them aware of some of the things that we were bringing forth. We vigorously attacked some of the behaviors that were not conducive to the educational environment, such as students walking the halls aimlessly, students being very disrespectful to themselves, to the staff members, and just to the whole academic environment as a whole. We attacked these behaviors. We are clear to say we attack behaviors. We don't attack children or young people. We try to encourage them and teach them. We use problems as an opportunity to teach different ways of understanding one another and coming to school for the right reasons. With this said, what we did simply is we created an in-school suspension program where we cleared the hallways. Any student that was late to class or late to school had to go into an in-school suspension program where we gave them some intense behavior modification and allowed the remainder of the school to focus on what's important, the education in the classroom, like I said, our most treasured environment. Many of our teachers and staff members, and the students, believe it or not, bought into this process. They were looking for some firm direction and guidance. Our students don't mind how firm we are. They only care how fair we are. We try to be as fair as possible in executing some of these expectations that we put forth, but I was not surprised that the students as a whole adapted to what we put in place. We have an environment where anyone can come into our building to see what has been occurring at Eastside High School and we are very pleased with that. However, it is very important for us to understand these pockets of negativity, these pockets of young people who continue to disrupt our educational environment. We are dealing with them swiftly and we are dealing with the behaviors of these young people that impede upon the masses of our students who come to school for the right reason. With that said, I believe yesterday was our first day where we had 72 of our students shift to the alternative school in an effort to continue to create that environment. Unfortunately, some of those students who were slated to attend and some who did attend came back to the school to finish some unfinished beefs and cause some disorderly situations where the students came and mobbed and acted as if they were going to attack. I didn't get any reports of attacks, but some of these young people are continuing to perpetuate some of these situations that caused this to come to fruition. However, as a whole, I believe that the student body and the staff understand the true purpose of why we are here, why we

Page 3 01/20/10 come to school, and why students come to school. We are focusing on the positive and those negative elements we are dealing with swiftly. Today we had a much better day. Some of those students were removed. There are still others in the school that we are dealing with, providing some intense individual and group counseling while we have them. In our ISS program we meet with them to start to change behaviors there at Eastside. But again, I must caution us as a district to not look at this early success. Some of us were extremely surprised and I talked to some staff members, teachers, and even some administrators as to how quickly situations changed at Eastside High School. I don't take credit for this at all. I had some thoughts about what we needed to do for young people. I'm a firm believer if you set the expectations and you stand firm on those expectations young people for the most part will comply with those expectations and that's exactly what happened. I'm very proud of most of our young people, but for those youngsters who come to school to disrupt that environment, we are working. I thank Dr. Evans and some of our central office administration for working intensely to create different environments for some of our young people. I know for a fact and it is clear if any of you come into our larger high schools or even some of our larger elementary schools, all of our students do not thrive in this setting. Some of our students need a smaller environment with more intense services that some of our larger schools can't provide. We thank Dr. Evans for creating that for us, but we are going to continue to work with the students who attend Eastside High School anticipating that a number of freshmen that come into Eastside usually come with a lack of guidance and they need to be molded. So for the 72 students that we sent to the alternative school we anticipate in the future and upcoming years that we will have students who will replace them. But I'm confident that if our staff continues to support this effort that we will have an environment that the new incoming freshmen will come into and be able to buy into a culture of learning and a safe, orderly environment that Dr. Evans put forth as one of the tenets of our Paterson educational model. We will definitely succeed in this effort, but we definitely need to work together as a team and continue to look at different strategies in working with these young people. But I have to give all the credit to our team of behavior experts as well as the administrative team and the staff at Eastside High School for going above and beyond and believing in this concept. Again, we have had some very early success. I was talking to a gentleman early today and within the first hour we've seen results of what we put in place, but it does not mean that we solved the problem. There are still issues that are occurring in and around Eastside High School. I say around Eastside High School. We take ownership of that. We have several elementary schools around us and when our students get into these violent situations they affect our young people, they affect the schools around us, and we are taking ownership of that. We need our school and our extended community to be safe at all times. That's the vision that we have and that's the mission that we live by. We don't just put the students out in the community and say, “What did they do?” We take ownership of them outside of school and on the weekends because our goal is to raise young people who are accountable and responsible to us as a community. That's just a brief report of some of the things that are going on. I offer to you guys an invitation at any time to come by unannounced and come and view what we are doing there at Eastside High School. But I just ask that you remain supportive of us and some of the non-traditional methods that we are taking in terms of some of our people that we have on to deal with some of these behaviors in a proactive manner, as opposed to being reactive. With that said, I'm here to answer any questions that you guys may have.

Dr. Evans: The Board may have questions of Principal Moody. I want to add one or two additional comments that were reflective of Mr. Moody‟s comments. We are not out of the woods yet at Eastside. Those are my words. He said it a different way, but we mean the same thing. We are not out of the woods yet. There continue to be issues that all of us have to address. Our primary goal is to get through this year safely,

Page 4 01/20/10 ensuring all of our students and all of our faculty. Indeed, we are paying close attention to what happens with the elementary schools that are surrounding Eastside because that has become an issue as well. We want them also to be safe. Therein lies the need to have gotten some of these youngsters out of the school as quickly as possible, which ultimately led to my decision, a very unpleasant one, but albeit one that we needed to make with the children in the school in mind and with the safety of everyone in that building in mind. Our long-term plans are to increase internal capacity. I say long-term as early as next fall. We are working on a plan to increase our in-district offerings so that we can rely less than we are now on contractors to do it. But the reality is we do not have the capacity at the present time and did not have the capacity in October, November, and December as we were doing the initial planning to put together a program and credibly implement it initially in the middle of the year. We just simply did not have the capacity and I did not want to half-do it. That‟s the bottom line. I did not want to half-do it. I think the worst thing we could have done was to throw something together, put it in a facility that needed some work, but wasn‟t ready for our youngsters and teachers to habitat, and then we fall flat on our face. That was the wrong thing to do and we didn't do it for that reason. However, we are planning and doing our due diligence to increase capacity by another 70, 80, or 90 students. We actually have a plan that we are looking at that would increase as many as 90 kids as early as next fall and we are working diligently to put that together. We will be discussing that internally in our team and then with the Board very soon. As our plans come together and we see it as something that's realistic for us to do we‟ll come back and talk to you about it before we move forward with it. The last thing I want to say is I understood clearly the Board's point. The Board made a number of salient points with regards to the rationale for not contracting at the time and with the vendor that we did. We understood that. But the option would have been not to do anything at all and to keep those youngsters at Eastside, or create a program that would have allowed us to fall flat on our face. To me those were not options. I actually don't like the outcome in terms of the process and how it evolved. But again, with children in mind, with the safety of the students, faculty, and all of the adults at Eastside, and with the youngsters who need help, many of them are special education and many of them are not special education youngsters, but all of them need help. They need structure and the last thing I wanted to do was put them on the street so they can wait outside of Eastside when youngsters are dismissed for the day as Mr. Moody indicated they did yesterday. They wait outside the school for the youngsters to be dismissed if we suspend them and they are in the street all day, or they vandalize property and break into my house and yours. I'd rather have them in a program that has a good chance of redirecting them and helping them to become productive, but having said that, I really do understand and take to heart the Board‟s comments. You made a lot of salient points, you really did. But my action was with kids in mind and ultimately we still feel that we did the right thing. Now Mr. Moody is willing to entertain questions, if you'd like, specific to Eastside.

Comm. Hodges: Dr. Evans, I'm not sure that the public is aware of the actions that we've taken because usually people don't attend the workshop meetings and they are not televised.

Dr. Evans: Would you like for me to review it? I'd be happy to review it. We brought a Board item for the Board‟s consideration in last week‟s Board workshop, the meeting that was held exactly a week ago. That item was to enter into a contractual arrangement with the Passaic County Ed Services Council to provide alternative education services for up to 72 students. There were a lot of issues that surfaced from Board members regarding that. The per-student cost was I believe roughly $34,000 per student, which was also an issue. It's actually half of that for the balance of this year. The contract does have lots of provisions that allow for us to discontinue at points in

Page 5 01/20/10 time. Realistically going through this year and considering the amount of children that remain, not just at Eastside, but our high schools – and I need to make that point – while Eastside has gotten most of the attention as we've talked about alternative schools, this is a district-wide problem. This is not an Eastside problem. There's only one other big comprehensive high school. There are probably more kids there that require these services than there are at Eastside. Many of those kids get expelled and suspended and they are on the street, which troubles me greatly. It really does trouble me. But that's what we are talking about and the Board voted not to support entering into that contractual arrangement and I made the decision to move forward with the contract. That's the decision that we are talking about.

Comm. Inoa: Principal Moody, I've known you for so many years. You are well-known in the community. You‟ve been in the community. I know any task in front of you I know how you handle it and how you've been working for the last couple of years. There are a couple of issues that I need to bring to you. I believe we need to work in the perimeter. As you know, most of the incidents that have been happening lately at Eastside High School have been in the perimeter of the school. So we need to come up with some idea of how we can implement an action plan to have somebody posted at least a block away from the school. Last Friday was the last incident that happened and the last thing we want is for somebody to get killed. Going back to what you mentioned before on how we are working inside the school, I love it because I've been there with you. I saw the monitors and all those security working together on the same page. But we are talking about security and the last thing we want is for someone to get killed. I know that you are working hard to identify those perpetrators and grabbing them and taking them out of the school or bringing them to another system. But safety is our priority, not only for all of the students, but as well for the principals and the staff. I know you have in mind that you are there for that purpose and to create leadership in the school. But please sit down with the security and the cops and find out how we can put an action plan together to get that perimeter covered because most of the incidents lately have been happening out of school. As soon as the bell rings we need to get those kids out of the street. I know there are a lot of cops because I pass by almost every day to pick up my kid from school as well. But I've seen that far away from there that's where all the incidents happen. In Madison and Park and E.18th and Ellison, in those areas right there, they follow those individuals and they hit them. One of these days somebody is going to get killed and the district is going to be paying for that and we are going to be in the front page. I think you have started with the right foot. I acknowledge that you did a great job. As I mentioned before, we have the best leadership team that we have in the whole State of New Jersey and I know we are doing the best to have the best district in New Jersey as well. But having you in there I have faith in you that you are going to come up with a solution to fix all those issues that have been going on lately at Eastside High School.

Mr. Moody: Thank you very much. Again, we have to reiterate. We have been working well with the security team and we are going above and beyond. We are actually walking those students all the way down to Madison Ave. But the guys came back to me and asked me how far do we go? Sometimes in a situation like Friday the students were in mob fashion. You can have a group of police officers roll up on these students, but when they come on them, what is the crime they are committing other than being a rambunctious group? Those that have weapons will immediately be stopped, frisked, or arrested. But those other ones will continue walking and like you said, as soon as we turn our backs is when the assaults happen. We have a strong security system at New Roberto Clemente. They have been able to help us and assist us and watch as the students travel down Market Street. We are able to watch and walk the students down Park Avenue. But more importantly than even the police intervention, our goal is to

Page 6 01/20/10 touch these young people‟s souls and to touch them and have them start making better decisions for themselves. We have experienced some situations that were just horrifying and terrible and we have to teach these young people, and it's not always punitive. We use problems as opportunities to teach as you know from the experience we had with the young men. We need to be supportive of our victims and the other students who come to school for the right reasons. We are supporting them 100%. We are making an environment for those students and all others we will deal with swiftly. So I thank you for that, but that's our plan of action.

Comm. Kerr: Principal Moody, you know the reason you got to Eastside. The reason you got to Eastside was simply because they were having serious problems at Eastside. Your mission there was to help change the culture. I need you to tell me, since you got there, how improved is the situation there at Eastside?

Mr. Moody: When we got there we did an assessment. Initially, I was there for maybe two to three weeks and we were assessing what was going on. Things didn't change just because I showed up. Things changed because we had our entire staff buying into a process that they could believe in. When we actually implemented our in-school suspension piece it sounds just cliché to just say in-school suspension, but when we instituted that piece – and this is no exaggeration – within one hour of that implementation we witnessed a dramatic change within that hour. We have continued to reap the benefits of that. However, we‟ll have to continue to stay on top of things as things can quickly begin to slide back as I'm saying just small pieces of our staff not always confronting the students that they are seeing. Every little issue or incident must be confronted all the time so the students know if we are confronting the students about not having an ID, not having homework, not having pens, pencils, and a book bag, we won't have to worry about confronting them about bats, pool sticks, and brass knuckles. That won't be an issue. We changed the mindset. So we start to deal with those students who are there for the right reasons and we put them on a pedestal. Everybody wants to feel a part of something. Everybody wants to feel a sense of belonging and we have those other students feel that they have no place if you are coming with anything negative. So that's where we are now.

Comm. Kerr: So you are saying that administrators, teachers, and all faculty members who were once apart from giving support for an orderly school are now on board with the new design?

Mr. Moody: I can't say all staff.

Comm. Kerr: I shouldn‟t say all, but the majority.

Mr. Moody: The majority. It is fantastic to see. We are beginning to see staff members confronting staff members. This is not top down. This is not Mr. Moody or Ms. Johnson telling staff members what they need to do. They see the effects of this. They see a classroom environment that actually appears to be like a classroom environment. They want to be a part of this. They are definitely on board. You have teachers coming and asking is there any way they can assist. We have some great people at Eastside High School. Unfortunately, they were overshadowed by a lot of these events that have occurred. But we have great people who are willing to do whatever it takes to continue this and to keep this atmosphere and environment at Eastside High School and across the district all over. Every school should have an environment that is conducive to learning. So yes, the majority of the staff members are 100% on board with what is going on at Eastside.

Page 7 01/20/10 Comm. Kerr: So the rules are being enforced and kids are following the rules. As a result, there is a positive change in the school.

Mr. Moody: In the atmosphere and the culture, immediately, yes. I offer you and invite you out. You come in. You will see it immediately. There is a positive change. Just for the fact that you can hear yourself think. I have teachers come to me and say, “This is the first time I've sat through my whole prep period and I can hear myself think.” But that in itself is a positive. But again, this is one small step. If I'm hearing Dr. Evans and I listened to Dr. Hodges for years, if I'm hearing them correctly that's just the beginning. Now that we have them in class, where are we taking them? Our scores came out. We still have work to do. Now they are there and now we have to motivate them to increase their reading, writing, and mathematics levels. We have to increase their academic levels to a point to where we are comfortable as a district. So that was part of it and now we are moving with a full head of steam into the next section.

Comm. Kerr: The reason I'm on this line of questioning is that I want to establish that there is a change in terms of the discipline at Eastside. That's where we are. We can talk about other things, but the real problem that confronts us at Eastside was a discipline problem and your intervention into the mix seems like it has changed some things down there. That's what I would like to establish at this point.

Mr. Moody: I would like to think so and again I'm extremely humbled. I don't take credit for this. It's a team effort. Yes, things have changed and it's not just us disciplining students. We do believe that. We don't control any students. They control themselves. But we put them in an environment to give them a better chance at success. So the students begin to start to manage themselves and the majority of the students are going to come on board with what we want. Those other students become the outcasts and they actually get confronted by their peers and their classmates. So everybody feels that they have an obligation to confront someone that is disrupting the class, someone who wrote on the wall, or someone who is walking down the hallway cursing. So yes, I do agree with you. But I'm not taking credit for this. It's our team. They bought into a process and we are moving forward and it's working at this point. But we still have work to do.

Comm. Hodges: Mr. Moody, this Board last week on Wednesday voted 8-1 against the alternative school. In that vote were a number of issues. I'll speak for myself. Number one, some of us have said repeatedly that the problem in a number of our schools, not just Eastside, is the fact that the adults in the building weren't on the same page. If you don't have the adults in the building on the same page, then as far as the children are concerned, there are no rules. When you finally get the adults on the same page, the children will fall in line. What has taken place at Eastside is a partial confirmation of that philosophy. The reason I was voting against the alternative high school was to send a message to the Superintendent that it is our expectation that all schools will have the adults on the same page. With that, over time, as you have stated, we can see some of the positive changes that occurred in Eastside will occur in other schools. We wanted to make it very clear that we recognize that there are a lot of challenges here. But to pay $35,000 a year because we couldn‟t get the adults on the same page was problematic. There's an understanding that the problem is more complex than that, but at least that recognition had to be made. In fact, we are celebrating you and Ms. Johnson‟s accomplishments in the building. We are celebrating the staff‟s nascent determination to enforce all the rules. But we are also saying that we think other staffs in other buildings have a similar capacity to do that and when they do, as you‟ve said, there will be a new opportunity to teach. I just wanted to make that comment to you.

Page 8 01/20/10 Comm. Best: Just to piggyback off what Dr. Hodges was saying, last week when we took the vote the Board is not against by any measure an alternative school. In fact, we are very much in favor of an alternative school. The vote was not a vote not to do the alternative school. The vote was to not go ahead with this particular contract because we felt that this contract failed to do several different things. One of the things that it failed to do was to address the entire problem. Part of the justification was that this alternative school would place a Band-Aid and help Eastside High School out a little bit. When I thought about it, I said it places a Band-Aid on the cut that only covers half of the cut and you still leave another half of the cut fully exposed. So how much does it really do if the Band-Aid is only covering up half? The other reason for this particular contract, not necessarily the idea behind the alternative school, was that this particular contract for the amount of money that we are spending, which is comparable to a four- year college university Ivy League private school per student, is $34,000 in the first year, $36,000 in the second, and $38,000 in the third year. This does not include the cost of transportation, nor does it include the cost for individual IEPs if a student has special needs if they are a special learner or limited English proficiency. None of this in included in that $34,000. Facing the harsh times that we feel will come aboard, having flat funding for the past three years, in addition to possible budget cuts in the upcoming year, we felt that it was fiscally irresponsible to put this much money to solve a problem that won't really solve the problem. In addition, if in fact something does happen at Eastside High School, god forbid it does, we don't want that to happen, with the students that we left behind because we weren't able to put them in the alternative school with this situation, then we ultimately will be responsible for that. By that I mean, originally when we thought about doing an alternative school we identified approximately 200 students. I think that was a combination of Eastside and Kennedy, or that might have just been at Eastside High School. I know there were approximately 200 students. Out of that 200 we were only able to accommodate 72 freshmen and sophomore students at the alternative school. Recognizing that most of the issues that had been occurring at Eastside High School was as a result of the freshman class that came in, we also do know that a lot of the times the leaders or the masterminds behind a lot of the problems happen to be our upper grade students, our juniors and our seniors, who manipulate the minds of the underclassmen to get them to do their bidding. So even though you remove the people who are taking action or actually doing it, you are keeping the masterminds there. They have an opportunity to recruit a whole new class and recreate the problem all over again. I'm encouraged by everything that you said and your early victories that you have achieved, but we also know that in order to have these victories sustainable we need to remove all of the students. Not just the freshmen and the sophomores, but all of the students that have proven that Eastside High School is an environment in which they cannot learn. So we have to remove all of the students who have proven to us, not just based upon their academic performance, but also their behavior issues, that Eastside High School is not the place for them. The other reason is I'm not necessarily sure that the Passaic County Educational Services Commission is the right vendor to educate our students that we felt that we couldn‟t educate ourselves. What have they done to prove to us that they can work better with our students than we can ourselves? At the end of the day when we took the vote, we voted against the contract. We didn't vote against the idea behind an alternative school. We didn't vote against the idea of stopping the bleeding at Eastside High School. But it was a vote against the contract itself. I'm encouraged after a conversation with the Superintendent as well as your presentation here today that Eastside High School with the removal of these students who have proven they cannot be educated in a traditional environment and the direction in which the administration is going in at Eastside High School, and the future plans of the district administration and the Superintendent, opening an alternative school in September to accommodate the rest of the students that we weren't able to accommodate in this round helps me to live with the fact that the

Page 9 01/20/10 Superintendent vetoed our vote a little bit better. So with that being said, I think the Board as a whole is behind the Superintendent. We trust his vision and we trust his direction. We are just hoping – because that is all we can do right now because the vote was taken away from us – that at the end of the day it all works out best because we are all here for the same reason. I'm sure that underneath your leadership along with Principal Johnson and the direction that the district and the Superintendent is moving into, that one day we will be able to say that Eastside High School, as the mascots that they are, have risen and once again are the Mighty Ghosts. I'll be able to take pride once more in my alma mater, that it has come back and restored its former glory to what it once was. So thank you again for your presentation. Dr. Evans, I understand and hopefully it all works out.

Mr. Moody: Can I just make a comment on those two sentiments? Hindsight is definitely 20/20. We have an opportunity to look at this and dissect it a little better. When Dr. Evans came in he met with the whole entire district and he mentioned this early on in his preliminary work before he came here understanding some of the difficulties that we have had in the past here in our district. Dr. Hodges talked about the staff coming on board and buying into one mission and one vision. Some of that was a little difficult to do if you were proactive, you wanted to do something, you stood firm and then your colleague next to you just allowed anything to happen and sabotaged all of your efforts. So to see a process where the teachers and the staff are supported, not only at the building level through the administrator, but also at the Superintendent level and the Board level, it makes it a little easier to buy into a process, to jump on a train, and roll with it. Some of the points that you made we can't even argue. They are valid points, but something had to be done and I think Dr. Evans said it best. The house is burning. Do you want to get a water hose? Or do you want to wait for the fire engines to come? You want to get a water hose. So we had to move expediently to put out some of those fires that we experienced earlier this year and in past years. So I applaud that effort, but it is good that we review it and look at it and see what we can do internally. Again, I support Dr. Evans 100%. I believe that‟s exactly the route we are going, but something needed to happen immediately. Thank you.

Comm. Taylor: I don't have anything to say to Mr. Moody. I'd just like to say that granted we have over 200 children that are in need of this particular service and I hope we don't stop with just this one. I did not agree with the amount to pay for someone, $34,000 or $36,000 to pay for a student that was belligerent, did not come to school, didn't pay attention to his mother and father, and didn't pay attention to the teacher. To pay that much money for that particular student, I was a little upset because most of our other children were not getting that amount. It's as if we are supporting the jailhouse syndrome. We pay more for people to stay in prison than we do to educate our children. So I just want to make sure that the county lives up to what they say they are going to do for our children that have had a hard time getting it together for learning. I hope this is not the only one. We were told we were going to do several of these. So if we've only taken the ninth and tenth graders, we now need to go into the eleventh and twelfth graders because that's where the indoctrination is really definite in those grades with those children that are older. They are the lieutenants. They are the sergeants. They are the ones that run whatever hostility you want to keep going in the schools. They are doing it. I just want to make sure, Dr. Evans, that we will keep the ball rolling and have more than just this one. The county had a class or a group of our children with special needs and I don't believe that they really managed that well. So we need to make sure we monitor this in the best way we know how, that the county give us what they say they are going to give us, and the people that are going to be the managers, the teachers, the psychologists, the social workers, and the special needs, because half

Page 10 01/20/10 the children are in special needs in this arrangement that we have right now. But I want the rest of the children to be considered as well. Thank you.

Comm. Kerr: I do have something to say on the veto, but I'll wait until the Board comments. I'll make my comment regarding the alternative school veto then.

Dr. Evans: I only have one additional item. With each passing year, I grow to appreciate each and every birthday that I have. With that in mind, I want to say Happy Birthday to Comm. Best. He‟s probably less than half my age. One day he‟ll appreciate them perhaps to the extent that I do, but Happy Birthday.

REPORT OF BOARD PRESIDENT

Comm. Kerr: By way of a report, we all know that eight days ago a severe earthquake hit the island nation of Haiti. It is estimated that they have lost over 70,000 people in that quake. We all know that Haiti is regarded as the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere and sometimes we ask how bad things happen to a country like that, a country that can hardly survive. Yet their entire capital city was taken down by an earthquake. The United States is regarded as a very generous country. We give to everyone and we give especially to people who are in dire need. I would like to use this time to make a personal appeal to the people of our city to rally around the people of Haiti. There are many reputable organizations. We are not telling you to send money to organizations that you don't know. But I'm sure that the United Way, the Red Cross, and some of the other established organizations you might want to send some support. We are not asking you to send clothing. Clothing won't work at this time. We need you to send monetary contributions so that they can buy materials, medicine, tents, cots, and these things so that we can provide the people of Haiti with the kind of support they need at this time. We have a lot of Haitians living in our city, so I'm sure that you've met someone who has been affected by this disaster. So again, I want you to find one of these reputable organizations and support the people of Haiti in the best way you can.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Comm. Kerr: Before we move into our public portion, we don't have too many people here, but if you have signed up to address the Board I would like you to move to the center aisle to make it easy. Sometimes when you watch television, names are called and when somebody is running from the back it doesn't look too good. So if you have signed up to address the Board, I'm asking you to just come in the center aisle a little closer to the podium so when your name is called you are right there to speak.

It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Inoa that the public comment portion of the meeting be opened. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

Comm. Kerr: I notice we don't have our running clock here tonight, but we have our clock back here. So when you hear that „bing, bing‟ please prepare to wrap it up.

Councilman Andre Sayegh: Good evening, Andre Sayegh, 292 Lakeview Avenue.

Comm. Kerr: Good evening Commissioner. I'm sorry, Councilman.

Councilman Sayegh: I'm always having flashbacks myself. When I was here we didn't have the notification of three minutes. So I'm seeking five minutes with your permission. Was that you, Comm. Taylor?

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Comm. Kerr: This is a School Board meeting. You can have five minus two minutes.

Councilman Sayegh: Thank you. I was never good at math, but I‟ll take whatever that is. Nevertheless, I want to thank the entire Board for approving an action item on your agenda in December that dealt with cyber-safety. We had a very successful workshop at International High School. Dr. Evans, I want to especially thank the members of your staff that helped facilitate the cyber-safety seminar, Dennis Vroegindewey and Eileen Shafer. They were very influential and instrumental in ensuring the success of this specific seminar. It dealt with protecting our young people in our schools from predators on the internet, whether it be on Facebook, Twitter, My Space, or any other social networking site. We believe it is essential because what we also did was every youngster that participated received a flash drive. Now we are asking them to take what they‟ve learned from representatives from the Sheriff‟s Department and the Paterson Police Department and share it with their peers in their schools. This is going to be a peer-based project. Ultimately, what we'd like to see is the creation of a cyber-safety club within each of the schools that participated. Then we will have an assembly that I hope Board members will attend to see the findings that were discovered on the part of the cyber-safety clubs. Hopefully, this will be a consistent effort in the district just to ensure the safety of our students as they surf the web and as they participate in some of these social networking opportunities on the net. So once again, I would like to thank Dr. Evans and all the members of the Paterson Board of Education for approving this proactive measure that will hopefully ensure the safety of our students on the internet. Thank you. That was less than three minutes.

Mr. Daniel Vergara: Good evening Board members.

Comm. Kerr: Good evening Commissioner. How are you?

Mr. Vergara: Good. Mr. Superintendent, viewers, students, I'm glad to be back here. I've been away for a while, but I've been keeping in touch via the tube at home. It's good to see many of you. First of all, I would like to talk a little bit about Eastside High School and what's going on there. I personally visited Eastside High School and I noticed that what was going on there was something that was long overdue. I commend Mr. Moody for the job that he is doing there. I've spoken to many students who told me that they were in the process of dropping out of school and now with the changes that they see they say they are going to give it another chance to continue. There are also a couple of students that I spoke to that attend the alternative school and it works. As a matter of fact, I told one young man the other day he can now go back to Eastside and he said, “I would rather drop out of school. I like it where I'm at. It's good here.” I told him to stay there and continue with his education. But they are doing an outstanding job and it's not going to happen overnight. It's going to take some time. As Dr. Hodges and Mr. Best said, there are a lot of things still there that need to be corrected and it's going to be a long task. But everybody has to be on board because for every positive there will be negatives. There will be positive people who want this to go forward and there will be negative people that don't. So we hope that they will continue doing a good job there. I want to also thank Comm. Best and Comm. Gonzalez who worked with the Paterson Youth Council. We were recognized and nominated to receive the Outdoor Award. My senior here from Scout Troop 911 on behalf of the troop is also proud to be here and say thanks to you. We appreciate it, but again, all the endeavors that we put into our community are for the best. We try to make sure that the children comply with the school rules and regulations at home also and to appeal to the parents. Many parents are having a different time also and they also have been telling me that they like the changes they see, not only within the school

Page 12 01/20/10 district, but amongst the Board also. You‟ve come a long way and I salute you for that. In reference to the students of Troop 911, thank you for the great help. They‟ve been very supportive with the situation with the people in Haiti. They have raised a couple of hundred dollars. They are continuing to work with a food drive for this coming weekend. We are also working with the Haiti Civic Organization on Main Street and anybody can also go there to give their support. These are students from the Paterson School District who are actually giving of their time. There's my time. Last but not least, if I may Mr. President, I want to thank Ms. Brenda Patterson who oversees the Reading Masters Program. I sent a letter to the editor of the Herald News congratulating her and the Superintendent for this program. It‟s outstanding. I know that these students are really achieving from it. Once again, thank you very much and it has been a pleasure seeing all of you. Thank you.

Mr. Alex Mendez: Good evening Board members and Dr. Evans, Alex Mendez from the Bilingual Parents Advisory Committee. I have very important information tonight that I'd like to share with all of you. The Committee of Paterson United for Haiti is inviting every one of you to an event in support of the relief effort following the earthquake in Haiti. That's going to take place at Eastside High School on Sunday the 31st from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 150 Park Avenue. Try to take one hour for Haiti and we are inviting everybody in the community to help us and be part of that event. We are going to be there collecting food, water, money, and all types of donations. We need help. That's what we try to bring. This committee is organized from all the organizations in Paterson. If there is any organization that is not in here, please help us and be there on Sunday the 31st. There is going to be a place for everybody and what we need is help. We are looking for help. For more information I'd like to give a phone number that you can all. It is (973) 652-3841, or on facebook.com/forhaiti. All the proceeds will go to the Haiti Civic Organization here in Paterson…(end of tape)

Mr. Daniel Rodriguez: (Beginning of new tape)…I'm here mostly for just one question, and hopefully that will be just a quick yes or no. I am the Vice President of the Paterson Custodians and Maintenance Association. I represent the chief custodians and the tradesmen in the maintenance department. My phone has been ringing off the hook. For some reason, rumors are going rampant. As a matter of fact, I've even had two local unions the day before I came here, one of the locals that represent operating engineers, asking me, “Well guys, why don't you come and join us since they are planning to privatize the facilities department?” So I figured I'd come here and ask the man in charge. Dr. Evans, are there any plans in the present or the immediate future of privatizing any or all parts of the facilities department?

Dr. Evans: No.

Mr. Rodriguez: That's simple. Thank you.

Dr. Hani Awadallah: Good evening, Hani Awadallah, 964 Main Street. First of all, I just would like to again remind you of the need for promptness and punctuality of you showing up here at 7:00. I really think it is only fair that you show up here at that hour because the number is dwindling as a matter of fact. You have few people who are showing up and you don't really want to turn us off as well. Anyway, I think what I'm about to say is not going to ingratiate me with too many people whether it is in the school system, teachers, administrators, Board members, community leaders, or whatever. I was looking at the New Jersey school test scores for elementary schools and high schools and honestly I was very, very disappointed. When you look at the results for Paterson schools, look at that column of Paterson and look at the periphery of that. You will find a big difference between Paterson and the other schools. People,

Page 13 01/20/10 we are not really talking about distinction in scores. We are talking about people passing. There are some schools here, and I'm not going to name them, but here I have a school whose scores in English was less than 20% of the student body. I have another school with less than 30%. I have Kennedy High School and Eastside High School. Not only are the scores bad, but they have deteriorated from last year. Last year 44.6% passed the language test at Kennedy and now it is 32%. In math it was 33% and now it is 19.5%. This is at Eastside. At Kennedy, it went down from 47.8% to 43.9% in language, and it went from 32.6% to 29.1%. I just want to tell you honestly with all due respect, all of us, not only you, teachers, administrators, Board members, community people, and parents, we are not doing our job. We really owe these kids in Paterson a very big apology. We do. For Paterson to be like this, I don't really know how much more money does it need for the students to excel. We are not talking about people in Livingston or Hohokus or whatever. Just be at least like Clifton or Wayne or Hawthorne. Dr. Evans, I know that my time is up, but I heard you many times saying that failure is not an option. This should be the model for all of us. We are failing right now. What we really should do is to change the culture in the schools. The teachers should do a better job. No question about it. As a teacher I'm talking they should be doing a better job. The students should be doing a better job. The parents should be doing a better job. We as community members should be doing a better job. You ladies and gentlemen should be doing a better job. I refuse to believe that the kids in Paterson are that dumb. They are not dumb. We are not really giving them the opportunity which they truly deserve.

Comm. Kerr: Thank you, Dr. Awadallah.

Dr. Awadallah: You don't like to hear what I'm saying.

Comm. Kerr: No. You recognize the time is gone.

Dr. Awadallah: We should look at ourselves and do what is best for the kids. Thank you.

Mr. Fernando Martinez: Good evening community members, Dr. Evans, and Commissioners. I totally agree with the previous speakers. My name is Fernando Martinez, 441 Van Houten in Paterson. I think that this is a problem that everyone needs to be on the same page. We need to do what we can little by little, but we need to do something. We have to do something. I also wanted to share with you a report that the New Jersey Education Organizing Collaborative prepared regarding the high school redesign and the new graduation test and courses. We were raising awareness of this issue since last year since we knew this was going to happen. We don't know what is going to happen with the new Commissioner of Education in Trenton, but we surveyed some high schools. We went to high schools in Newark, Elizabeth, and other cities and I thank Ms. Shafer also for helping us with this because we wanted to have something concrete in our hands and we wanted to visit the new Governor. We were today in Trenton with 26 parents and community members from Paterson and others from Jersey City, Asbury Park, Elizabeth, and Newark. We delivered this document to the new Governor and also we asked him to meet with the community members to discuss this. I have to state it very clearly. We don't oppose raising the standards for our students to graduate. We know we are competing within the global market. We know we are competing with other countries such as China and Japan. We have to prepare our kids well. We have to prepare our future labor force very well so they can actually earn decent wages and live a decent life in the United States. But we have to evaluate this and we have to see whether or not we have the resources to implement this graduation test. We already have a huge percentage of dropouts and we know this.

Page 14 01/20/10 Less than half of the students that are entering the ninth grade are graduating four years later and we know this. One of the petitions that we had for the new Governor today was to implement the planning teams at each high school. I have to say that Paterson has been the lead in that in this particular case. I know that Ms. Shafer is leading this new high school graduation initiative and we have to keep it that way. We have to be inclusive. We have to have parents at the table. We are very strong advocates of the parents‟ involvement. Dr. Evans, you do have your strategic plan for the next five years and one of the first items in this is parent and teacher organization at the school and parental involvement. Unfortunately, Dr. Evans and Commissioners, a lot of our schools are way far from being parent welcoming and we know this. So we are going to keep working on this. We wish to collaborate together. Please take a look at the report and continue doing what you are doing. I know the changes are coming slow, but we have to change the culture in Paterson and we are here to do it together. Thank you.

Ms. Adrian Tooley: Good evening and Happy New Year to all. I came here in December for the last Board meeting and I had some issues. My name is Adrian Tooley. I was one of the wrongfully RIF‟d teachers. As you know, there were 21 teachers RIF‟d and eight were brought back. I still don't have a clear cut on the protocol that was used and even at my previous school there still is a vacancy. There is no highly-qualified certified language arts teacher in my place. I've been here a number of times. Someone seen me tonight and said, “Are you here again?” I said that's okay. That's the same thing they said when people were fighting for civil rights. I've been consistent with this and I will remain that way because I believe it is an issue that has not been resolved and I believe that I have been dealt with an unfair hand. I was a 2006 hire. You started RIF‟ing teachers in 2009, 2008, 2007, and 2006. That's really like a far jump. The teachers that were reinstated were teachers who were hired in 2009 and 2008. I sent a packet out to all of you. It contained at least 45-50 pieces of information. So by now you are aware that I was nominated as teacher of the year. You are aware that I had perfect attendance for two years. You are aware that I was responsible for increasing the state assessment scores at School 13. You are aware of my capabilities. You are aware that I have published materials for William Paterson‟s racism and sexism book. So you know much about me. You know that I've been with the district a total of seven years. You know that I've been at that school, teaching middle school language arts, a total of five years. You know that I had one year left to go for my tenure. The reason I'm here today is because I brought this to your attention and you said you would look into that. I just want to check the validity of that because I'm still receiving phone calls from parents and students because they have concerns because they too feel that I was done unfairly. With state assessment tests coming up soon one would believe that it would be imperative to have a highly-qualified teacher in that classroom. As of today, there is not and that is originating from September. I've been consistent with conversations with a number of district members informing them of this. So I'm here today to find out if there have been any conversations about that because I did enclose a 50-page packet which was hand-delivered to 90 Delaware Avenue. I'm still feeling that I was done unfairly and at this time I'd like to request a fair hearing before the Board because I've seen you guys work together cohesively and adjudicate fairly. I think this is something that really needs to have a conversation. We can't do it during the Board meeting, but it is something that we all need to get together and speak about, especially when it deals with children not having the proper people in front of them gearing them up to do their best on our state assessment test.

Comm. Kerr: Ms. Tooley, I received your letter, or I should say the information that you sent to the Board. I think Dr. Evans is still in the process of working through it to get back to you concerning his findings. So Dr. Evans, if you want to add something to that.

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Dr. Evans: We did put together some information for the Board recently. We've researched this thoroughly and I think it's probably time for Ms. Tooley and I and someone from our HR department to sit down and have an honest conversation. I think that's the only thing left. The kind of hearing that Ms. Tooley is requesting is typically associated with those who were tenured and are driven by both the PEA, who has not assumed a position in this matter in working with the district. But I think the next step is to provide Ms. Tooley with information reflecting what we have found and what we have shared, and any recourse she wishes to take after having that conversation is solely up to her. So I will ask Ms. Berrios if she would arrange that as soon as is feasible for us to do it, perhaps by the end of this week.

Ms. Tooley: Thank you.

Ms. Murqweesha Guthrie: Good evening Dr. Evans, members of the Board, and community. My name is Murqweesha Guthrie. I'm a senior at PANTHER Academy and I'm here to speak to you tonight on behalf of the PANTHER Academy Interact Club and the PANTHER Academy Home School Council. The PANTHER Academy Interact Club and Home School Council are working jointly together with the Haiti Earthquake Relief Drive in which we are collecting cases of water, evaporated milk, condensed milk, and sheets. For anyone who would like to donate you can drop it off at our school at 201 Memorial Drive between 8:00 and 3:00. All donations are gratefully accepted. I have flyers for the Board if needed. Thank you.

Ms. Donna Nelson-Ivy: Good evening all. My name is Donna Nelson-Ivy. I always come with information. The Workforce Investment Board has printed up brand new brochures with regards to the 21st Century Community Learning Centers after school career academies. I left a stack over there so that we can have them. It is for the ninth through twelfth graders and the four Paterson Public School locations are also listed in here. They are really very nice and they want to give them out and circulate them and get more students involved. I also have 211 cards and it's English and Spanish. If there's anybody that is interested in having additional information about after-school programs or parent skills, training, seminars, and things like that all they need to do is call 211 and get that information. Mr. President, first of all, let me just share this too because I love good news. Paterson Public District School highlights. I get this constant contact and it's out and about and it's really good stuff. It‟s positive and it's powerful. So I tip my hat to Laura Franklyn. That's where it comes from in terms of the email address and it has some positive information about our district. So if you are not on the email list, please call the district office and get on it because it's good stuff. Helping Haiti throughout the district, Paterson 2009 graduate is honored, PANTHER students gain college credit experience, so on and so forth. It's good stuff. When you hit the link about Haiti it will also give you a reference point of all the areas that you can contact in terms of giving donations. That is also on this website. It's a link on the district highlights. I do want to add, Mr. President, that yes the United Way of Passaic County is accepting donations. Those donations will go 100% to a local entity that will support our Haitian brothers and sisters and that‟s a relief fund. Comm. Best, I want to thank you. I haven't been here for a while because I've had some personal stuff going on. But I do want to thank you for talking about Eastside High School Inspire and Motivate. Yes, the freshmen students are a challenge, but we were in there for the entire school year. What has happened as a result of what we are doing is we have received donations from Enterprise, State Farm, and BAE Systems. On February 2 and 4, we will be distributing one-gig flash drives to every freshman there. It says “United Way.” It has the logo on it and it says “Be Inspired. Be Motivated.” So each freshman will receive one of these from our volunteers. That's February 2 and 4. If people are

Page 16 01/20/10 interested in volunteering adding to our volunteers, please call me at United Way. Comm. Muhammad, I want to thank you. This is personal. You came to our cousin‟s untimely death services last Friday. He worked for Passaic County Community College for years and we had a lot of support from other elected officials. But I just want to thank you publicly on a personal note. I just so appreciate you being there. God bless you all and Happy New Year to everybody. Thank you.

Mr. Rodney DeVore: Good evening Dr. Evans and Board members, Rodney DeVore, 234 Lexington Avenue. Let me first and foremost say to Comm. Best, Happy Birthday. I will admit most of us in here agree that the Paterson School District has work to do. However, I think the momentum and the overall concept is that we are moving in a good direction. With that being said, I looked at Dr. Evans‟ four-point plan and strategic plan and the one thing I really love about that particular plan is your community-based full service schools. With that implementing the community as well as the parents it gives the boost to what is needed for the overall achievement of our students. It has come to my attention that BUILD Academy, which my son attends and where I'm active in the PTA as well as in the student leadership committee at School 27, has allegedly volunteered to become one of those particular schools to become full-based. However, the lease that the building has with the state may be an obstacle that may hinder that from happening. I'm not quite sure if the school is going to service BUILD Academy students or the actual community of all students. The obstacle in the lease may not allow the community students overall to be part of that program. So my question to the Board is, can we look into that, revamp the lease, break the lease, or something, not giving money to a building that we cannot use fully?

Dr. Evans: The SDA actually owns the building. If indeed there was a desire in staff and the Board agreed to put a community school program there, that could happen, but in a very limited fashion. I'm not sure if it's a lease arrangement that we have with them. They own it and we are using it is how it's working. But nonetheless, it would have to be reconsidered. Now, that doesn't mean that at some point in time in the future the building could not become a full-service school. We have a number of schools that have volunteered to participate. By early next week we will have made a decision and BUILD is one of those schools being considered. So it may be that after we review the needs that a full-service school has and in our opinion I don't know that that arrangement would be an obstacle depending on what is decided to include in a BUILD Academy in a full-service capacity. Then that's going to influence a lot of things, but not this initial decision. Again, we are looking at a lot of schools. I want at least two full- service schools next fall in different locations in the county and BUILD is being seriously considered. But at this point in time for the level of consideration that arrangement with the SDA is not an obstacle.

Mr. DeVore: Thank you. Have a good evening.

It was moved by Comm. Best, seconded by Comm. Rodriguez that the public comment portion of the meeting be closed. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

BOARD COMMENTS

Comm. Muhammad: I'll be brief. Dr. Evans, I heard you mention when there is an emergency in the district such as snow or whatever, I know at one time I personally wanted to be put on that call list but I still haven't received any calls. So if we can find out about that. The other thing I wanted to say to Dr. Awadallah is the only reason we were late coming in here tonight was because we were in an executive session. I don't

Page 17 01/20/10 know if you knew that. That was the only reason. We have been here since 6:00. So we were not trying to disrespect the public. Of course we want you to be here and we want to be on time, but we were in executive session discussing issues that we know you would want us to do. So that was the only reason. To our fantastic team over at Eastside High School, I'm truly encouraged by what has happened. I'm just praying that we will continue to do what we need to do and that we show those young people that we mean business and as long as we do that with respect they will do what they need to do. So I'm encouraged by that. I just wanted to ask a question. I know you were putting together a disciplinary team or teachers that just deal with discipline. I don't know, so I'm asking whether or not that's what it is. I'm really encouraged about the in- school suspensions because I really feel that anytime there is a problem we need to address it, but I think we can do more with doing it in-house than just throwing our children on the streets. So I'm really encouraged by that. Thank you and god bless.

Comm. Best: Sorry for going out of order, but I'm actually on my way to attend the National Title I Conference in Washington D.C. this week. Not on the district‟s dime though. I want to make that clear. I'm not going on the district‟s dime. I'm attending the National Title I Conference and the train leaves in about 30 minutes. So I have to head out of here. With that said, I just wanted to make a couple of quick comments. First and foremost, thanks to everyone who came out on Martin Luther King Day to the two events that I attended, the first of which was the Paterson Youth Council‟s Youth Recognition Award Brunch. Dr. Evans talked a little about it earlier. He was in attendance. We had approximately 300 people at the actual event. The entire process – and I have to give my counterpart Comm. Gonzalez a lot of credit – took a couple of months to plan and we had a lot of support, not just from Dr. Evans but also from Dr. Evans‟ staff, in particular the Director of Guidance Mr. Michael Smith. The Paterson Youth Council is a group of 35 young people who are represented throughout the City of Paterson in just about every high school and some middle schools. Every year we come together to select Paterson‟s best and brightest young people who embody the vision and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. The young people who are nominated are nominated by guidance counselors, principals, teachers, as well as their peers. Then the Paterson Youth Council members actually go through each and every application in a very intense nomination process and select a winner. We like to say that every person that is nominated is a winner and all 100 students that were nominated received a nomination button as well as a certificate stating the fact that they were nominated. In addition to the young people who participated in the event, there is also an adult component as well as an organization component. The adult winner was Sergeant Sharon Easton who has worked very closely with the district in planning the Paterson-wide teen summit here at John F. Kennedy High School along with the BROTHERS Organization. She does this every year. She volunteers her time and was actually nominated several times by young people. She had multiple nominations and eventually won that award. The organization of the year, as you heard from Commissioner Vergara, was an organization that also embodies the vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, but also works primarily on behalf of the youth. So Troupe 911 was nominated in addition to several others, included the City-Wide Marching Band. But the one that won was College-Bound/Gear-Up Program at Passaic County Community College with Councilman Anthony Davis who heads that program up. So it was a very long process and I want to give credit to all of the Paterson Youth Council members, all of the 35 students that worked very hard to put this program together. I thank everyone who attended the event. Immediately following that event was a city-wide grassroots youth march, Martin Luther King Day Youth March. A lot of people don't know this, but two weeks before Dr. King‟s assassination he actually visited Paterson, New Jersey and gave a sermon at the Community Church of Love in Paterson. Every year after that for about 25 years the community will have a symbolic march from the Community Church

Page 18 01/20/10 of Love to Calvary Baptist Church. Over the last couple of years that march has died out, but due to the efforts primarily of a lot of local organizations and churches we were able to bring that march back this year and had over 300 people participate in a march which focused in on the youth and the young people in the City of Paterson. We had the City-Wide Marching Band under the coordination of Kelvin Quince who is a teacher at School 21. We had 40 young people out there marching in the legacy of Dr. King. So I just want to commend that. Lastly, I had a chance I think a couple of days ago to attend the full service school‟s meeting that the district has planned. I think coordinating that is Assistant Superintendent Brenda Patterson and I'm very excited and hopeful about this. A couple of the Board members attended a conference in New York where the Secretary of Education Arnie Duncan unveiled his plan of community schools and talked more about what they did in Chicago and what they were trying to do throughout the country in transforming a building that remains empty from the hours of 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. the next morning and using that as a hub and center, not just for student success, but ultimately family success. The process that‟s undertaking right now is a competitive process where schools have to apply for this honor where they partner with community organizations. It is very hopeful for the future in the City of Paterson. So the Superintendent has committed to go ahead with two schools in September as full- service community schools with the hope of having every single school in the City of Paterson a full-service school where it‟s open around the clock to service the young people in particular, but also the entire family. I wanted to commend the Superintendent as well as Brenda Patterson for coordinating that particular effort. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Comm. Kerr: I think you are late for your appointment.

Comm. Inoa: I just wanted to comment on Dr. Hani Awadallah‟s comments about our scores. In fact, Dr. Awadallah, we have a good staff. When I see those scores, I wouldn‟t know what we are doing wrong. I know we have teachers that go the extra mile for the students. One of the cases right now going on is my son goes to Pre- Collegiate and the Principal Ms. Peterson is having those kids go on Saturday to get ready for the state test that is going to be in two months. She is getting those kids ready to pass the test. I believe what is going on lately with those scores going down during the fact that we have such nice people in the faculty we have very good teachers. I know and I can see it because I'm going to school and I'm seeing some of those teachers, especially in the high school and Martin Luther King and all those schools. But I believe we need to come out with some idea of how we are going to get an action plan together. I want to mention something about Fernando‟s comment. Fernando just left? He is right when he mentioned that we want our kids to be on the same level as other districts and to be ready to face the world. In the capacity that we are I believe we are beyond that. But we need to prepare leaders for the near future. This is a case that I've been finding every year. We need to graduate more people from high school for them to go to college and be a professional to come back to the city. Murqweesha from PANTHER Academy, she is a well-known young lady that has been working hand-to-hand with the district. I've known Murqweesha since she was seven. She is great and every time she comes in front of the podium to say something she makes sense. She is a great young lady and I believe she is one of the leaders that are growing up in the City of Paterson. You will see Murqweesha later being a professional, maybe a lawyer or a doctor. I would like her to be a teacher that way she can bring back to the community what she learned from us. Last but not least, I want to talk to my dear friend that I've known for so many years, our principal from Eastside High School, Zatiti Moody. Mr. Moody, I've seen you working in a high capacity on any task that has been in front of you and I believe in you. This is your house and you need to have the house clean. You need to clean your house. This is your house and you‟ve been hired to that position to clean the house, but also to come up with an action plan. How are we

Page 19 01/20/10 going to get some people around the perimeter where the cops don't reach? Actually, speak to the chief to have someone undercover in those corners to catch those perpetrators in the act and then we can prosecute them to the highest capacity. I want you to have two hands, the iron hand and the silk hand - the iron one for the bad ones and the silk one for those who want to go to study. That's what we need. I believe you are doing a great job so far, but all those issues that we are going through last Friday was the last issue that someone called me right away that somebody got hit in the forehead and required some stitches. It was far away from the school, but it was one of the students that followed the other student and hit him. I think under your leadership Eastside High School will go into a different direction.

Comm. Rodriguez: First, Happy New Year Patersonians and Happy Birthday Comm. Best. About a week ago a major earthquake hit our brothers and sisters in Haiti. Mr. President, with your permission, I would like to ask for a moment of silence for those that have fallen and are no longer with us there because they are estimating over 200,000 people that have left. So with your permission I would like to proceed. Thank you very much. In the same topic, at this time our brothers and sisters in Haiti are in need of our help. To that respect, a number of organizations have put together an event which is the marathon that Mr. Mendez was talking about. We are going to be in Eastside High School on Sunday the 31st collecting funds. 100% of those funds will be given to the Haitian Civic Organization of Paterson and they are going to go to ground zero and give it to the people of Haiti. I would like to also thank Dr. Evans for opening up Eastside High School on that Sunday for the community to collect those funds. We need people to come out. It is Sunday the 31st from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. I know Comm. Best has to run, but I want to thank the NJCDC for putting that event that Dr. Evans, me, and other Commissioners like Dr. Hodges and Comm. Muhammad attended. Were there and it was a great event on Martin Luther King Day in which NJCDC is rewarding and recognizing our youth, especially the children of Paterson. So, thank you Comm. Best, Comm. Gonzalez, and Mr. Guaracci for putting that event together. It‟s a good thing. You can go now. I just want to say thank you. A couple of weeks ago there was a legislation that was being discussed at the state level. The bill was called In-State Tuition. That would allow undocumented immigrants to go to state colleges at state tuition rates. The bill wasn‟t going to cost the State of New Jersey a penny, but it would rather provide those students an opportunity to get off the streets and get into college. The bill didn't hit the floor in the Senate because it didn't have enough support. But my issue comes with some of the organizations that say they are for all children, but I didn't hear one voice coming out in support or even issuing an opinion from any of those organizations in support of these children. I don't know if it‟s that those children don't fall under the umbrella of all children. If that's the case, they are missing a lot of children in Paterson. So it‟s a shame that they didn't come to support the bill. I want to touch base on what Dr. Awadallah was mentioning. Many of you have seen the scores in the newspaper that came out last week. The first look at it doesn't seem very promising. I honestly haven't sat down and analyzed the data. There is more to it. But I promise you that as I sit down and analyze the data for the next meeting, I will give you my opinion because I believe that you as taxpayers and parents deserve the right to know if we are moving in the right direction. I just don't know. The data that is shown in the newspaper is not promising at all. With that, the last thing I want to say is to Dr. Evans. I see it this way. If you mix milk and chocolate, it doesn't matter if you put the chocolate first and then put the milk or the milk first and then the chocolate. No matter how many times you shake it at the end of the day it's going to be chocolate milk. Don't expect orange juice. It's not going to come out. So we need to get serious. It's not that we are not serious, but we need to do what we have to do even if it's painful. We have to do what we have to do to move this

Page 20 01/20/10 education forward. But I'll come out with a full report once I get more analysis of it. Thank you, Mr. President.

*Comm. Best leaves the meeting at 9:35 p.m.

Comm. Taylor: Happy New Year to everyone. I was not at the last meeting because I was at the funeral for Mrs. Margaret Napier who was my friend, my neighbor, and also a mother like myself. She was a very good woman and she loved children and started the scholarship fund in the name of Dr. Frank Napier who was our former superintendent of schools. Every year we have a breakfast or a dinner. This year we are having a breakfast for a scholarship and we usually give three or four scholarships to children from our district. That's on February 6 at the Brownstone. So I really looked to her because she was a leader in our community. I'd just like to say to the public to let you know that the New Jersey Ecumenical Collaborative has been working on behalf of getting those children who were born in the United States but their parents did not have citizenship the right to have a good education from k-12 and then also to be paying the same amount as any student in the United States who attends a college in the United States, the same tuition. They‟ve been working on that for the last 10 to 12 years. They got the bill put on the floor of the New Jersey Legislature and that was also passed in New Jersey. They got it to the national house and they had trouble there. So they haven't stopped because children should be educated no matter where they are, whether they are born here or whatever. The problem comes because they are overcharged for their classes if they go to college because they are immigrants. They are considered immigrants when they go to college. Before that we had universal education from k-12. I'd just like to have that understood that there are all kinds of organizations – community and religious organizations, Muslims, Catholics, Baptists, Methodists, and all kinds of people from different religions and faiths, and all kinds of organizations fighting to get that to happen for children who go to college who are born to this country and their parents are not citizens. I would also like to say I am going to consider, Dr. Evans, to really work on the community schools because I believe we will be stronger if we have our community schools. The PTAs, PTOs, and home school councils have to be strengthened because that's how we get to let them know what a community school is all about. You are working on that and I think we all need to join Dr. Evans in that effort. As far as the scores, Dr. Awadallah, we've known the scores since last year what was going to happen. We‟ve been reviewing them. Before the state gave us the results, we already knew that we had a problem. We had been looking at it and we are not exactly sure what the problem is. But we have some people on staff now that are systematically and scientifically looking at the reasons why and we are going to try to attack the reasons why. It is a whole picture. It's just not the child. It is our home environment, our library environment, our community, where they play, and what they do before school and after school. What do they do when they are in school? How much time on task do they have in school? We are going to look at that. Brenda and Mr. Gonzalez and the people in all the areas in our division that Dr. Evans has put together are going to try to see what really is the basic, fundamental reason why our children are not succeeding. I remember when we started putting our special needs children in the mix for the testing. At first the special needs children were doing much better than some of the other children in the testing. That's was a funny thing to look at. So we are looking at those things to find out just where and that's where the parents come in. We can notify and let them know. Do we need other programs to help the children? The Saturday morning programs are great. Preschool is great, but the intensity and the quality of what we do in preschool and after school are important. We have to know what we are really doing. Is there a strategy for improvement? Is there a strategy for a child who doesn't know how to read to learn to read in an after-school program or a before school program or summer school program? I think Dr. Evans told

Page 21 01/20/10 us the other night that he is really looking at a compendium, right Ms. Patterson? The compendium is going to be a clue to some of the things that are wrong with us in our approach to getting the children into learning throughout the whole district. I'd just like to say that we are going to need some very strong people on the Board of Education and I want the public to be very careful from this point on in reviewing, listening, and checking on people who want to run for the Board of Education. People have to really want to be here because this takes a lot of time, a lot of reading, a lot of strategizing, and a lot of planning. It is not a joke to be on the Board of Education anywhere in New Jersey, but especially in Paterson. We've had a mess here for years and we need strong people to come. Last month was my first time to be absent from a meeting in seven years and we put in five or six hours for our meeting in fiscal and curriculum. Don't talk about Dr. Hodges in facilities. Also, with legal and trying to organize our parental piece and making sure we have the laws down right for the policy and how we do our things in the district. This is a difficult task, so please watch and listen strongly. It is not a game and it is not a time when you just have to put in your friend. So please watch the coming weeks because a lot of people are going to be flying around wanting to be on this Board. Our budget is larger than the city budget, so you have to know a little bit about money as well. You do have to know about educating a child.

Comm. Hodges: Last month I promised that I would be attending the rally down in Trenton and I actually got up at an unseemly hour for me, at 8:00, to rush down to the point where they were disembarking only to find their cars were full and all the vans were filled. So the good news is a lot more people attended than were originally scheduled. The bad news for me is that I wasn‟t able to attend. I couldn‟t drive with four hours of sleep so I did not attend this particular event, but there will be others. I am very appreciative of those parents that got up and made that drive down to Trenton to express their concerns about education and to make it clear to the new administration in Trenton that our needs have to be kept first and foremost in their minds. The test scores, Dr. Awadallah, if you recall, was the issue in part that caused me to resign from the Board presidency. I wanted to emphasize the point that the test scores are the real issue here, student performance, not what school they go to or is this school going to be consolidated to that one. That's not the issue. It is educationally what is happening in those building and we have not paid enough attention to that. I have gotten lambasted constantly when I said that everybody is part of the equation for that failure. Quite frankly, because of the turmoil that has occurred in this district over the last year and a half and two years I am not surprised that those test scores went down because the staff here had nobody that they could certainly be clear that they had to pay attention to. I laid some of that at the feet of the Commissioner of Education because they helped prompt that disruption and undermined the leadership in the school district. When there is no leader then you can guarantee that there will not be a sustained improvement in performance. But over and above that, because I don't want to give an excuse to anybody, we have made this very clear to the Superintendent and this was also a part of the concern that we had about the alternative schools. You pay people five or six figures to run these buildings, but we do not hold them accountable for what happens in them. That‟s all the adults. This may kill some of the teachers, but it's the teachers too. We pay them to be accountable. You don't just show up for work and get a paycheck. That goes for the principal straight on down to the most unskilled worker in that building. We are all part of the equation. When we decide that we are not going to be held accountable, then the kids will turn and point to the adults and they are not going to be held accountable either. I'm going to make this very clear. There was a teacher in Eastside High School who said this to me. She asked a student who had a headphone on and a hat on his head, “What are you going to do when we start enforcing the rules?” The student said, “Obey them.” That's precisely what happened. When the adults agreed to enforce the rules across the board, then the students remarkably fell in line.

Page 22 01/20/10 That's the message that we wanted to send to the Superintendent. You are paying principals in these buildings to run the buildings and if it is not being done then why are we paying them? Why on earth do we have to pay $35,000 per student when Princeton‟s tuition is $35,000? Brown is $38,000. USC is $38,000. Tufts is $38,000. But we are going to pay $38,000 for one year for students who then cannot go to Brown, Tufts, or USC. The University of North Carolina is $22,000. Wake Forest is $38,000. None of those kids can go there. The tuition at Don Bosco is not $34,000 a year and they get their kids into those schools. By the way, some of those kids come from Paterson. So it isn‟t the child. It's the adult and the system that the adults put in place and we have not put those systems in place for our children. That little brief experiment at Eastside has confirmed what happens when you do, at least as far as the discipline is concerned. The next step, as we've mentioned before, is the academics. I have one other issue at which I'm gravely concerned. School 24 was newly renovated and the gym in School 24 has a number of glass partitions that go from the ceiling down to the floor in the gym. This means that if you are an elementary school child and you are running around you can trip and skid into a glass wall. We are going to pray that glass doesn't break. The district has been attempting to get the SDA to institute a fix, to put some sort of barrier up to protect our children from potential injury. For the past six months or so, they‟ve been guaranteeing us that they were going to do something about it. Today they came and announced that that is no longer the case. I'm not going to put words in their mouth, but I'm assuming they are not going to spend that kind of money for our children‟s safety. So I have told the Superintendent and I told the SDA this afternoon that I am going to write a personal letter to the parents at School 24. It won't be on district stationary. It will be coming from me. I am going to clearly indicate that it is from Dr. Hodges and that even though I am the chair of the facilities committee I'm speaking as an individual, but most importantly as a human being. If it were me, I would not allow my child to participate in gym in that building because of what I consider to be unsafe conditions. I cannot look into the face of a parent whose child‟s head goes through that glass and say, “I'm sorry.” I think it‟s unacceptable. We have tried extensively to chide them. We‟ve written letters. We brought the state senator and the assembly people in to try to force their hands and now they are backing away from their responsibilities. So I intend to notify the parents if that means standing out in front of the school myself and handing them the pieces of paper that I write. That's what I'm going to do. I also told Dr. Evans that I'm going to send a copy of that letter to the district‟s insurance carrier to see whether or not this is a concern for them. I'm not going to stay here and say I didn‟t do everything I could possibly do to make sure that our children are safe, even if the SDA feels it isn't that important. So I'm going to craft this letter between tonight and tomorrow and if I have to stand out there Monday and Friday, which means getting up early in the morning, which is a hardship for me, I'm going to do it. I want every parent to have the opportunity to understand that their children should not be put at risk because somebody doesn't think their health and well-being is important. Thank you, Mr. President.

Comm. Gonzalez: Just some quick announcements. First of all, I want to say Happy New Year to all. I wish everyone a Happy New Year and a safe new year. Just to follow up on some reminder points, it has been spoken before but I will state it as many times as necessary. It‟s about the Haiti incident. Anybody who can donate anything and can put forth new clothing, food, or whatever is necessary, please find a location. Find a non-profit or the school or agency that is collecting these items so we can bring some of these items over to Haiti. It is very important that we do this. Part of us being human is helping out one another. I believe PANTHER Academy is one location you can take your items to. Another one as mentioned before is Eastside High School on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on January 31. Another announcement I would like to just read off of a flyer that was given to me. Danny Vergara was here earlier on the

Page 23 01/20/10 podium and he requested that I read out a flyer. It‟s on Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Michael‟s Church at 70 Cianci Street, Paterson, New Jersey, 07504. They are recruiting for their program for the Scout Troop 911 and they are willing to waive the fee for the month of February. Any boys between the ages of 5 to 9 and 10 to 18, and any girls between the ages of 11 to 17. Please contact Mr. Danny Vergara, Sr. at (973) 279-…(end of tape) (Beginning of new tape)…T.J. best, my counterpart in the Paterson Youth Council, is not here but I would like to wish him a happy birthday. I did that all day today and I'll do it publicly. We work together and I think it's only right that he does get recognition on the Board as well. As mentioned before, he and I worked very hard at the Paterson Youth Council‟s MLK Youth Recognition Award event this past Monday. It was a long process getting RSVPs and sending out letters. We had over 100 nominees. I think that we hear a lot about our students not doing well. We hear about the test scores. We hear about the violence. Very rarely do we hear about these individual students who really do achieve and really do work hard to try to not only do well in school, but help the community through civic organizations and volunteering in many areas. Again, we had over 100 nominees and these individuals were fantastic. It was very difficult for the 35 Youth Council members to select the awardees. I think that we should definitely give some recognition to these individuals. For those who didn't show up to the event, I have their certificates here. Many of them were given out already. But for those who did not receive your certificate you did receive a letter. Please come. I'll give you my phone number. You can call me for the certificate. I'll do it publicly. My cell number is (862)571-3444. Now that that number has been given out, if you have issues just give me a call. I'm sure you will. I thank Dr. Evans and the Board Commissioners who showed up to the event. It was a great event. We worked hard, but we do not take all the credit. It was because of the parents, Mike Smith, and the guidance department who really helped out in getting counselors and other individuals to submit these nominees. I thank him, the department, and the district entirely. I thank the parents mostly because I'm sure these individuals had a support group. Parents, I believe education starts at home and these individuals were the best of the best. I want to thank the parents and anyone who is involved in their lives, siblings, counselors especially, principals, and vice-principals who attended the event also. Many reserved tables just to be there for their nominee. I thank you. Many of them came from Eastside High School, believe it or not. We've been on the papers for all the violence and everything else, but Eastside High School had some great individuals as nominees and I want to thank Principal Moody for all his efforts in trying to bring back Eastside High School to its former glory. It can be done and it will be done with the participation of the Board, the Superintendent, teachers, staff, and of course the students. So keep up the good work and also we are here to support you. You have my support in anything I can do. He did mention one thing that I take seriously. He mentioned the younger kids from the schools in the surrounding area. We need to work hard in making sure that these kindergartens, first, second, and all the way up to eight grade are safe. Their body size is a lot different from a high school age kid and sometimes where there is a problem they group up and there is a stampede. I've witnessed one incident and this I'll bring up several times because it crushed me when I saw a group of students rush up the block chasing someone who was walking maybe 50 yards ahead of them. I see a little kid walking in their path and the next thing I see is just his book bag. I did not see the body of this child. I was really taken aback by that. I don't know if he ran to the side or escaped. I saw his book bag on the floor. Mr. Moody said he will do everything he can to address that issue and I encourage that he does. I suggest that we do whatever we can as a Board and make sure that we work collaboratively with the Paterson Police Department in ensuring that these kids are safe. That's number one, that they are safe. A suggestion which I don't know if it's doable because of contracts or what not would be to change the timing in departure. If possible, let the young elementary school students leave earlier giving them time to go

Page 24 01/20/10 home and be away from the area before the high school students get out. Mr. Moody is doing a great job. I know the PD is doing a great job is trying to address these issues, but we can never guarantee that another child will not be hurt. I think we need to be proactive and not only react to these issues. This would be my suggestion moving forth. Being that it was mentioned about the candidacy and being aware of these individuals who are running for this seat, my candidacy is up in April. I ran for one year to fulfill an unexpired term and won. I'm here, but my time is up in April. If you think that I've done my part and if you think that I'm an individual that you would like to continue to see on the Board of Education, I will continue to run and I will officially announce my candidacy for reelection in April. I just want to give some individuals a background of what I've done in only six months working with my Board members. During my campaign, I told individuals as I knocked on doors that I will advocate for the students in any way possible. I will try to bring back local control. With the Board members‟ efforts, we will try to do what we can as a Board entirely to bring back Hinchliffe Stadium. I think we've made remarkable movements towards achieving those goals of mine personally. To touch up on Hinchliffe Stadium, I and Dr. Hodges as mentioned before have worked hard on revising and redoing the shared service agreement which was approved by the Mayor, the City Council, and the Board and was finally approved as a referendum on the Governor‟s ballot 80-20. I think that was a great achievement. It has been tried in the past and it did not pass. But it did now. I think we have a Board that is working hard together. I think we have a Board that unlike before we have less confrontations. We are working hard. We are trying to make things happen. I feel delighted to be here. I worked on community schools with my employer. It's something that we've been pushing for quite a long time. I'm an organizer. I have made organizing my fulltime job. I was a director of facilities for the NJCDC and transferred to a new position as requested and was granted to me by my boss. That is to be a community planning specialist, which is organizing the community in our area. I take this job very seriously. I made it fulltime. I'm out and about to address the issues that the students and parents have with the Board of Education, with the district, with the City Council, Council members, and the administration in the city. We are doing everything we can to address these issues in a community forum. I've gathered over 50 individuals to our last Hinchliffe Stadium effort when we addressed the City Council together. We are working hard on community schools. Dr. Evans came on board and is supporting the idea. Community schools are something that is necessary. It's needed in the City of Paterson. It's something that will address the issues that we are facing. In our advisory Board some of the issues that were brought up were the students that don‟t have a place for recreation and who don't have activities to participate in. Opening up these community schools will allow them to join a program, whether it‟s educational or recreational. We will get these kids off the streets and take them back because our gang leaders are taking them away from us and we are allowing that to happen. We need community schools to give them a chance for real success. I think that I've been a part of that. We don't know when we are getting local control. We have no idea and don't let anyone tell you that we are near local control. We have many issues with the state. We had many issues with the state. We have a new Governor. We have a new Commissioner in the State Department of Education. This is the time to try to bring them on our side. We believe that they don't want state control. They don't want us to be state controlled and I think we need to keep this Board as is so that we can continue to work together in achieving this one last goal that I have from what was stated before in my previous election so that I can fill in the blanks with some new goals. As I mentioned, I made increasing community involvement my fulltime job. This is what I do fulltime. As mentioned before, the Martin Luther King Youth Recognition Award is just a part of that. We have Youth Build and so many other programs that I attempt to work with that we put together. I've done events for children from k-4 at different schools. I think that I have done a lot in the six months that I have

Page 25 01/20/10 been here. I‟ve helped parents who have called me to address issues and I will continue to do so. So if you think that I'm an individual that you've seen in the past six or seven months addressing some of your issues if you reached out to me, please support me. I don't have any flyers yet. I didn‟t intend to do this. It was mentioned today by Comm. Taylor so I just took the liberty in stating that, but why not? So thank you for your support.

Comm. Kerr: As I said earlier, I would use my comments to address the issue of the Superintendent‟s veto of the Board‟s decision not to go forward with Resolution A-3. I must make it clear that as a Board we do support the proposed alternative school structure. Personally, I do support the system. However, I do question it at this time and if you would recall, I established a line of questioning to Mr. Moody concerning what is happening at Eastside at this moment. Clearly from the answers that he gave there has been a remarkably different atmosphere at Eastside. Why is this so? It is simply because, as Comm. Hodges stated, the rules are now being enforced. Because the rules are now being enforced, the students are now following the rules. So that is simply saying to us if here at Kennedy and at Eastside we push the envelope a little farther, then the results that we get might be different. Now, let me go back to Resolution A-3. One of the problems that I personally have with the Superintendent‟s decision is that when you look at the vote it was not a marginal vote. It was 8-1 against going forward with this particular contract. In the first six months of the contract from January 1 to June 30 this district will spend $19,666 per student just for six months. In year 2 the district will spend $34,417 per student. In year 3 the district will spend $36,138 per student. In year 4 we will spend $37,944. In year 5 we will spend $39,842. Now, this represents the cost for educating 72 kids. We will spend over that period almost $13 million. One of the issues that I have is an issue that is hurting this country more than we know it. You hear the word outsourced. It is popular and fancy and everything is being outsourced. It is very convenient. You don't have to do anything. Just take the money, give it to somebody, and tell them you go fix it. I don't want the problem. It seems to me that that's the approach we take in this instance. We have a new leadership structure at Eastside and from what the principal told us tonight, it is working. We need to give it some time to work to its fullest so that we can have a better assessment of what needs to be done maybe in Kennedy and in some of the other schools. But that is a great experiment that is now happening at Eastside. We just can't wait. We are forcing the issue and spending almost $13 million when we really don't have to. It‟s not only $13 million, because when you read this contract spending that money is just the bare bones. It says here under special education services, “In the event any special education student attending the AHS requires any individually assigned aides or related services according to his or her IEP, those services will be billed directly to the district and shall not be included in the annual fee.” So what we are paying here is $39,000 to put a child into a place that we don't know how many psychiatrists will be there. We don't know how many psychologists will be there. We don't know how many professional people will be there to handle the special needs of these children. That wasn‟t given to us. We don‟t know. Yet we were asked to sign off on this issue. The other thing that I find very disturbing about this thing is that if the Board in its collective judgment voted 8-1 against a resolution, I believe it is incumbent upon the leadership if they need change to come back, call the Board, call the leadership, talk to them, and express the reason why you would want to go another way. In this instance, I'm still waiting for a call. I have not been called. I got a letter stating the veto and that's it. It was arbitrary. No discussion. I'm just doing that. That to me is exactly how the state operates and that's the reason why we are in the kind of problem that we are in today. The state does it. No discussion. We cannot continue like this. It is total disrespect for the true representatives of the people. The people voted us here and I demand that respect be accorded. I don't get paid to be here and

Page 26 01/20/10 when I come here and I spend hours debating an issue and making a judgment I refuse to accept that judgment be put aside by a fiat without any discussion. That is totally unacceptable to me. We need to change and if we need to change and move forward there has to be a reciprocal respect accorded across the board. I was completely taken aback by this action. So we need to go further into this. I don't believe it is considering the economy. We have a new state government and already they are talking about restricting aid to the municipalities and the schools. Education is high on this administration‟s list. They are not prepared. They are talking about cutting back property taxes. Where do you think we are going to get the money to support the kind of extravagance that we have in some districts? It‟s not going to be. We have to get the people we employ to do a job. As Comm. Hodges just mentioned, they need to do the job. We can't pay to do a job twice. We are paying people to do a job and then we are farming out the same job because people are not doing it to somebody else. So we need to change. We have to make a concerted effort to change. This is just not acceptable as far as I'm concerned. The average cost to educate a child under normal circumstances is only $16,000. But we are prepared to pay $40,000 to warehouse a kid. We have no idea what the curriculum is. We have no idea what the child will receive. But we are prepared to pay $40,000. So I'm completely opposed to this. The question is the veto came in and everything worked in the space of two to three days. We voted on it last week and the school is in session this week already. I'm no expert, but it means to me that the decision was already made before it even got to the Board. That is not right. If my vote doesn't mean anything, let me know. I won‟t come to a workshop and won't come to a regular meeting because it is a wasting of my time. But if the situation is a democratic process and I'm respected, then it will be all right. So I'm just putting that out there. I'm totally disgusted by this. I have not received a call explaining to me why my vote was set aside. This is not the way to go in this district. Thank you.

GENERAL BUSINESS

Items Requiring a Vote

PRESENTATION OF MINUTES

Comm. Kerr presented the minutes of the December 2, 2009 Special Meeting, the December 2, 2009 Workshop Meeting, the December 14, 2009 Special Joint Meeting, and the December 16, 2009 Regular Meeting, and asked if there were any questions or comments on the minutes.

It was moved by Comm. Muhammad, seconded by Comm. Inoa that the minutes be accepted with any necessary corrections. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE

Comm. Taylor: The curriculum committee met on Monday, January 11, 2010. Members present were T.J. Best, Jr., Chair; Willa Mae Taylor, Co-Chair; and Dr. Hodges was also present. I'm going to read them because they are very important because our staff comes out to curriculum and supports us and try to give us as much information as they are able about curriculum and the assessment tools and all the things that are going with it. This is the way we keep in touch. We do not run the schools. We check on what's going on. That's what we do and they tell us a lot of things that are going on. The district staff present was Mr. Gonzalez, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction; Dr. Fulmore, Assistant Superintendent of

Page 27 01/20/10 School Administration; Ms. Shafer, Assistant Superintendent of School Administration; Ms. Patterson, Assistant Superintendent of Academic Support Programs No Child Left Behind; and Williams-Barker, Interim Executive Director of Academic Support Programs; Ms. Smeltzer, Interim Director of Non-Traditional Programs; Ms. Johnson, Director of Assessment; Ms. Peron, Director of Early Childhood Education; Ms. Kazmark, Supervisor of Assessment; Mr. Harrell, Supervisor of Literacy; Carlotta Blakely, Supervisor of Social Studies; and Ms. Bodker, Supervisor of Early Childhood Education. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. We discussed particularly A- 1, A-2, A-9, A-4, A-5, and A-6. There was a district presentation on reading level assessments and they gave us the levels for the students. They are ordering new books to add to what they already have for grades k-3 and 4-8. We've been using this Reading A to Z for at least three years or longer than that, and we are going to be adding more materials to it. Similarly, the reading inventory provides an online resource to allow for the same type of assessment for students in grades 6-8. There is more to this and we can tell you more. If you call the district we can get it to you. Social studies grade level expectations were postponed to the January 25 curriculum meeting. That‟s Monday. Agenda items reviewed were the grant application for truancy reduction partnership program. We had some questions as to whether there were any studies done with regard for reasons for truancy in the district. That was given to us by our administrative staff. That was reported back to us. This grant will involve School 15 and they gave us the truancy, the attendance, and the days absent. There were support issues. We asked many questions because we want to keep children in school. We want to keep them in the process of learning and doing all the lessons they are able to. Suspensions was talked about and excused and unexcused absences. What educational supports are available for expelled students? Students who have been expelled are generally placed in an alternative educational setting. However, within the district they‟ve been transferred to another in-district school where supports are available. Multiple options must be explored. We've talked and given suggestions and they gave us suggestions. A-3 was the alternative high school and members of the Board present expressed concerns with regards to the cost of the program and that was before it got to the workshop. We reported it to the workshop and it was stated that it is comparable to a university level tuition. We talked a lot about it that day and it took a lot of our time. The question was how about looking at creating an alternative school within a school environment at another facility within the district and using the proven GFA format. The current plan is the result of numerous conversations that enabled an immediate solution to a severe problem at a particular high school. We moved a new principal into that school as part of the solution. When does a decision need to be made to renew this agreement from year to year? By March of each year a decision must be made if you want to renew the agreement with the county. The discussion will continue at the Board workshop and it did and it's still being continued. The members of the committee would like to see an in-house plan with timelines and benchmarks that describe how the district will move forward with an alternative school program within the district. The district is already working on such a plan. That's what we were told. On A- 9, the Director and Supervisor of Early Childhood was present and provided clarification regarding item A-9. This support helps to assist students at an early age. Additional items was Ms. Barker provided information regarding the district‟s intent to apply to a New Jersey health initiative grant focused on male students ages 14 to 24 experiencing intellectual and emotional development challenges. The Board would like to see a structured mentoring program with partnerships within the community to help young males and afford them opportunities to see life outside the mainstream society. On A-4 we had some questions clarified there. On A-5, is the content sufficient to transfer to college-level rigor? In what ways is mathematics being infused in the chemistry course work? The district will be providing a more expansive presentation of the PSI initiative for the Board in February. So we are looking forward to that. Concern was raised that

Page 28 01/20/10 chemistry course work is not necessary. The district will be asking the Board to vote on participation in Race to the Top grant opportunity and they voted yes. A request was made to provide a list and schedule to all the community committee meetings in support of district initiatives so that members of the Board are aware and can participate. In other items, what is the status of the compendium? I believe Dr. Evans answered that one. It‟s here. Is a whistle blower box available yet? Are there PTOs in every school? What are the efforts being made to make sure that the evaluations are a reflection? Where are we in the five-year evaluation cycle of district curriculum? A draft of the revised five-year district curriculum cycle will be provided to the curriculum committee in February. The final curriculum committee meetings scheduled for the remainder of the year are on January 25, February 8 and 22, and March 8 and 22.

Comm. Taylor reported that the Curriculum and Instruction Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution Nos. A-1 through A-33:

Resolution No. A-1

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to improve the achievement of students through strategic planning; and

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent, Dr. Donnie W. Evans, has developed a Strategic Plan for the 2009-2014 School Years outlining the district‟s Strengths & Accomplishments, Areas In Need of Improvement, Vision & Mission, Core Values and Beliefs, and Priorities and Goals; and

WHEREAS, the mission of the district is “to prepare each student to be successful in the institution of higher education of their choosing and in their chosen career”; and

WHEREAS, the four main priorities and goals are Effective Academic Programs; Safe, Caring, and Orderly Schools; Family and Community Engagement; and Efficient and Responsive Operations; and

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent reviewed a draft of the Strategic Plan with all staff, as well as scheduled six community forums focusing on strategic planning; and

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent held a Board Retreat on August 24, 2009, to review the first draft of the Strategic Plan and gave the Board an Overview of what it entails, and a second Board Retreat on November 19, 2009, to submit an update of the Strategic Plan and provide the Board an opportunity for input; and

WHEREAS, the next step is to complete both a narrative of the Strategic Plan and a narrative to communicate said plan to all internal and external stakeholders; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the synopsis of the Strategic Plan for the 2009-2014 school years and for submission to the New Jersey Department of Education.

Resolution No. A-2

Resolution of the State-Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, to submit a grant application for a truancy reduction partnership program at School No. 15.

Page 29 01/20/10 WHEREAS, a total of $1,000,000.00 has been allocated to support implementation of truancy reduction partnership programs in up to ten school districts in New Jersey, for the time period of February 1, 2010 through January 30, 2011, with the maximum funding for each school district being capped at $100,000.00; and

WHEREAS, in order to be eligible for the grant, a school district must partner with at least one community agency and develop a comprehensive program designed to reduce truancy in one or more schools within the school district; and

WHEREAS, school districts must also agree to provide at least a ten percent (10%) matching contribution in either funds or in-kind services in order to be eligible for the grant; and

WHEREAS, after extensive data analysis and meetings with community agencies throughout Paterson, the Paterson Public School District has determined to partner with the Paterson Family Success Center to provide extensive parent outreach, case management, family counseling and mentoring to families of 6th, 7th and 8th grade students enrolled at School No. 15 who are either legally truant or at-risk of becoming legally truant; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education submit an application for a grant in the amount of $100,000.00 to be used toward a truancy reduction partnership program for School No. 15 for the period beginning February 1, 2010 through January 30, 2011, and authorize a contribution of in-kind services as required.

Resolution No. A-4

The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires boards of education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the latest New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools have adopted the Career Academy Model as one of its innovative educational strategies; and

WHEREAS, most of these Career Academies are funded through the Carl D. Perkins grant for their occupational (theme) concept; and

WHEREAS, the latest authorization of Carl D. Perkins federal re-authorization (2006) required a re-application process; and

WHEREAS, this re-application process required course alignment with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards (NJCCCS) of 2009, specifically with NJCCCS 9.4; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools approve the following academy occupational course guides for use in its high schools:

1. Financial Literacy – Grade 10 10. Marketing II/JT – Grade 12 2. Accounting I – Grade 12 11. Legal, Ethical, Cultural Issues in Health 3. Accounting II – Grade 12 Occupations – Grade 10 4. Introduction to Word – Grade 11 12. Dental Assisting I – Grade 11 5. Advanced Microsoft Word – Grade 11 13. Dental Assisting II – Grade 12 6. Microsoft Excel – Grade 12 14. Medical Assisting I – Grade 11

Page 30 01/20/10 7. Microsoft PowerPoint – Grade 12 15. Medical Assisting II – Grade 12 8. Introduction to Marketing – Grade 10 9. Marketing I – Grade 11

Resolution No. A-5

Introduction: The Progressive Science Initiative Physics Endorsement Program (PSI) is a collaborative partnership between the NJ Center for Teaching and Learning, a non- profit, tax exempt foundation, and Kean University. Improving student achievement in science is now a national priority. To that end, increasing the number of skilled science teachers is also a national priority.

WHEREAS, the Progressive Science Initiative is a 30-credit one-year sequence of graduate courses that will qualify individuals for an official NJ teaching certificate endorsement in physics. The chemistry cohort is a 36 credit one year sequence of graduate courses that will qualify individuals for a chemistry certification through AP level course work; and

WHEREAS, the participants in the cohorts are reflected as follows: Physics I – 6 participants; Physics II – 10 participants; Chemistry – 4 participants; and

WHEREAS, the costs for the tuition and fees for the remainder of the 2009-2010 year at a cost of $560.10 per credit up to summer I to begin on 5/1/10 and an increase of $582.50 with summer II session to begin on 6/29/10, not to exceed a total cost of $132,709; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, recommendation is made for the approval of the above expenditures to participate in the “Progressive Science Initiative: Physics Endorsement” 2009-2010 Pilot Program.

Resolution No. A-6

WHEREAS, the Board of Education approved the request to continue the program with University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) to operate a college level program for the students of the Academy of Health Sciences (HARP Academy); and

WHEREAS, the UMDNJ Administration approved the Paterson Public School District‟s request for continuing the program for September 1, 2009 – June 30, 2010 school year; and

WHEREAS, the four (4) goals for student achievement are: to provide the Paterson Youth the opportunity of being involved in a college level program while still attending high school, to provide support and curriculum to meet the needs of college level coursework and NJCCCS, to provide staff necessary for the educational process by the Paterson Public School staff becoming teaching adjuncts to UMDNJ and to involve Paterson Public School staff & administration as part of the Consortium of Educators across New Jersey who are also participants in this program enabling them to network for the improvement of our student‟s academic achievement; and

WHEREAS, there are no matching fund requirements with this program; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District‟s legal counsel has reviewed and approved the terms of the Articulation Agreement; and

Page 31 01/20/10 WHEREAS, the Assistant Superintendent for School Administration will be responsible for the district complying with the terms and conditions of the Articulation Agreement and make every effort to assist with student participation in the program where students will take coursework at HARP Academy and receive up to 16+ college credits from UMDNJ and expand the program to include additional coursework; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools accept the Articulation Agreement for continuation of the Partnership with UMDNJ to operate a college level academic program at the Academy of Health Sciences (HARP Academy) for the period of September 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.

Resolution No. A-7

St. Joseph‟s Regional Medical Center wishes to re-instate an Agreement with the Paterson Public Schools to provide a dentist to the District‟s Dental Clinic. The Dental Clinic is located in the Division of Health, 176 Broadway. The dentist will work (15) fifteen hours each week, eleven months a year. Delta Dental of New Jersey, Foundation, Inc. (the philanthropic arm of the Delta Dental Plan of New Jersey, Dental Insurance) is committed to improving the oral health among New Jersey‟s youth and is an avid supporter of National Children‟s Dental Health Month in February, Give Kids A Smile in February and other initiatives that center around improving children‟s Dental Health. The Foundation has given large grants to the Paterson Public Schools, Office of Dental Services, since 1998 and has approved a grant of $50,000 to the Office of Dental Services for January 1, 2010 – December 31, 2010.

WHEREAS, St. Joseph‟s Regional Medical Center operates a regional medical center in the City of Paterson which provides dental services to individuals in the community; and

WHEREAS, the District and SJRMC desire to enter into an agreement for the purpose of providing preventive and restorative dental services to uninsured children at the District‟s Dental Clinic located in the Board of Health, 176 Broadway; and

WHEREAS, the District believes that an affiliation with SJRMC for the purpose of providing dental services to uninsured children in the District‟s Dental Clinic will benefit the District; and

WHEREAS, Delta Dental of New Jersey, Foundation, Inc. wants to continue their mission to financially assist the Office of Dental Services to continue to provide dental treatment in the school dental clinic for the undeserved, uninsured children residing in Paterson, and has approved a grant of $50,000 to be used for comprehensive dental care & dental educational initiatives in the District‟s Dental Clinic located in the Health Department, 176 Broadway, from January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education enter into this Agreement with St. Joseph‟s Regional Medical Center for the purpose of providing dental services to uninsured children K-12 residing in Paterson.

Resolution No. A-8

The State of New Jersey under NJAC 6A:8-3.1, requires district boards of education to ensure that the district curriculum is designed and delivered to demonstrate knowledge and skills specified by the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

Page 32 01/20/10 WHEREAS, New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) stipulates that district curriculum supports student achievement of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in every school for all students; and

WHEREAS, the district assures and verifies through the approval process that textbooks and instructional resources are in alignment with the NJCCCS, district curricula and national standards; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public Schools District seeks and utilizes tools to inform the academic performance and progress of each of our students through research-based “best practices”, the usage of Running Records and the Scholastic Reading Inventory is an essential component to Language Arts Literacy classrooms and the Division of Assessment, Planning and Evaluation as an assessment tool; and

WHEREAS, the Running Record system was developed by Marie Clay a well distinguished researcher from New Zealand known for her work in global educational literacy created a method for determining a student‟s reading competence at a given moment in time with a specific level and type of book. As used in many schools across the nation and abroad, the Paterson Public Schools District has adopted the use of this practice over the past two years to identify the following levels of readers and monitor their progress: Early Emergent readers (Levels A-C) Emergent readers (Levels D-J) Early Fluent readers (Levels K-P) Fluent readers (Levels Q-W)

WHEREAS, the Scholastic Reading Inventory is a research-based computer-adaptive assessment that measures through the Lexile Framework the reading levels of students throughout the school year. Thereafter, teachers and administrators will be able to: Identify struggling readers Plan for instruction in a more informed and strategic manner Gauge the effectiveness of a curriculum Demonstrate accountability Set progression goals that are connected to the Student Progression Plans Forecast state test outcomes

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools Board of Education approves the instructional resource and assessment tools of Mondo Publishing Book Shop-Assessment Kit and the Scholastic Reading Inventory for the cost of $131,184.00 (with shipping) for grade K-3 and 6-8, as a means of determining students‟ reading and comprehension levels within the Paterson Public Schools District for the 2009-2010 school year and subsequent school years until such time of a new adoption.

Included in 2009-10 budget: Running Records $65,177.00 Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) $66,007.00 Total $131,184.00

Resolution No. A-9

WHEREAS, the DISTRICT received ARRA Special Education Funds to improve teaching and learning and results for preschool children with disabilities to provide intensive district-wide professional development for special education and regular education preschool teachers that focuses on scaling-up, through replication, innovation

Page 33 01/20/10 evidence-based school-wide strategies in positive behavioral supports to improve academic outcomes for preschoolers with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, the ARRA funds may also be used to expand the availability and range of inclusive placement options for preschoolers with disabilities by developing the capacity of public preschool programs to serve these children; and

WHEREAS, school performance and behavior deteriorate when young children witness or are part of incidents such as frequent moves, homelessness, divorce, incarcerations, physical and/or sexual abuse, fires, accidents, death, or are siblings of children with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, CONSULTANT represents that it is fully qualified to provide the services hereunder, has and will maintain all required licenses, approvals and certifications; and will promptly perform all services hereunder and will exert best efforts to perform same; and

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent has determined that it should obtain professional services to assist the DISTRICT;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approve a contract with the National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children to provide 6 training sessions for 200 DECE staff members at $2,000 per day including all travel, materials, and expenses and certification for 5 DECE staff members to become certified TLC trainers at $2,550 per person, total amount not to exceed $24,750.00.

Resolution No. A-10

Title I: Professional Development of teachers providing Language Instruction for Limited English Proficient and Immigrant Students

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools utilizes NCLB carry over funds to provide assistance in preparing educators in order to improve educational services for limited English proficient children by supporting professional development programs and activities to prepare teachers to provide effective services to limited English proficient children; and

WHEREAS, a review of Paterson Public Schools district performance on state assessments in grades 3-11 from 2008 to 2009 indicate a decrease in performance of limited English proficient (LEP) students who were proficient or above from 29.4% to 20%. These data demonstrate the challenge of academically preparing LEP students to meet the same standards as monolingual students; and

WHEREAS, the accumulated wisdom of research in the field of bilingualism and literacy tends to converge on the conclusion that initial instruction in a second language can be successful, but that it carries with it a higher risk of reading problems and of lower ultimate literacy attainment than initial literacy instruction in a first language, and that risk may compound the risks associated with poverty, low levels of parental education, poor schooling and other such factors. (Burns, S., Griffin, P. Snow, C. 1998. P. 234); and

WHEREAS, Title I delineates incorporating curricula and resources concerning appropriate and effective instruction and assessment methodologies specific to limited English proficient children into pre-service and in-service professional development

Page 34 01/20/10 programs. With intent of improving the quality of professional development programs in schools or departments of education institutions of higher education, for educational personnel serving, or preparing, to serve, limited English proficient children; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education approves the contract with Santillana Publishing USA, and its division, Santillana Professional Development Inc, to provide professional development services that will focus on a practical response to the needs of elementary and secondary Spanish heritage language teachers. The total cost will be $6,000.00 for 57 Elementary (K-8) and 24 Secondary (9-12) teachers.

Resolution No. A-11

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District adheres to the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), (20 U.S.C. 1400 et. seq.) in providing for its students; and

WHEREAS, the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA – Part B) includes funds for local educational agencies to develop and implement Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) for students who are currently not identified as needing special education placements; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is desirous of providing Early Intervening Services for students in grades K-4 in the 33 schools enrolling students in these grades who are considered to be potential referrals to child study teams; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District completed surveys of students in these grades in the 33 schools, hereby identifying those demonstrating classroom academic and/or behavioral difficulties; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District plans to train teachers who will teach in the 10 targeted schools in the Waterford Early Math and Science Program (a comprehensive, research based curriculum) in order to provide instruction for students in grades K-4 during Saturday morning instructional sessions, as well as in grades K-5 during the 2009-2010 school year; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Pearson Educational Services shall be paid a maximum of $98,135.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total cost of $98,135.00 shall be paid from I.D.E.A. Part B, Consolidated Grant for 2009-2010, with no cost to the Paterson Board of Education, (no teachers‟ stipends required).

Resolution No. A-12

WHEREAS, the district is required by Administrative Code and IEP‟s of students with disabilities to provide all required related services inclusive of speech and language services; and

WHEREAS, the Division of Pupil Personnel Services continues to hire highly qualified staff to provide necessary related services, inclusive of speech and language services; and

Page 35 01/20/10 WHEREAS, the Division of Pupil Personnel Services has been unable to identify qualified candidates to hire to provide the required speech and language services; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools, Division of Pupil Personnel Services wishes to contract with Axiom Link to provide the necessary speech and language services to students with disabilities at a rate of $85.00 per hour for 5 hours per day for a total not to exceed of 116 days x 1 Speech and Language Therapists.

Tuition $49,300.00

Resolution No. A-13

WHEREAS, the district is required by Administrative Code and IEP‟s of students with disabilities to provide all required related services inclusive of speech and language services; and

WHEREAS, the Division of Pupil Personnel Services continues to hire highly qualified staff to provide necessary related services, inclusive of speech and language services; and

WHEREAS, the Division of Pupil Personnel Services has been unable to identify qualified candidates to hire to provide the required speech and language services; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools, Division of Pupil Personnel Services wishes to contract with Advance Education Advisement to provide the necessary speech and language services to students with disabilities at a rate of $82.00 per hour for 5 hours per day for a total not to exceed of 116 days (580 hours).

Tuition $47,560.00

Resolution No. A-14

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is responsible for the provision of Special Education Services to Non-Public students in Paterson. The district will enter into a one year (1) contract with Catapult Learning to provide Supplemental Instruction during the 2009-2010 school year; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District wishes to remain compliant with State & Federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Catapult Learning for the provision of Supplemental Instruction to eligible Non-Public students in Paterson during the 2009-2010 school year.

Tuition $129,022.00

Resolution No. A-15

WHEREAS, the approval for receiving a student from a sending district as per their IEP is required; now therefore

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BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves receiving student and payment from Passaic Board of Education for the 2009-2010 school year.

Student Initials Tuition R.W. $28,219.00

Resolution No. A-16

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Bergen County Special Services, Paramus, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2009-2010 school year.

Student Initials Tuition D.P. $66,550.00

Resolution No. A-17

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Child Development Center, Bloomfield, New Jersey for providing educational services for 2 Paterson students during the 2009-2010 school year. This facility is a treatment school for students with significant behavioral as well as learning disabilities who require a highly structured learning environment with a low student teacher ratio.

Student Initials Tuition J.E., T.S. $101,104.32

Resolution No. A-18

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with The Children‟s Home Mary A. Dobbins, Mount Holly, New Jersey for

Page 37 01/20/10 providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2008-2009 school year. This school is for students requiring close supervision.

Student Initials Tuition R.Del $24,669.04

Resolution No. A-19

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, for providing educational services to students during the 2009-2010 school year.

Student Initials Tuition D.T., B.B. $5,500.00

Resolution No. A-20

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, for providing educational services to students during the 2009-2010 school year.

Student Initials Tuition D.T. $1,600.00

Resolution No. A-21

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with State of New Jersey, Department of Human Services Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, for providing educational services to students during the 2009-2010 school year.

Page 38 01/20/10 Student Initials Tuition M.R. $1,600.00

Resolution No. A-22

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Forum School, Waldwick, New Jersey for providing educational services for 2 Paterson students during the 2009-2010 school year. The Forum School is a special education day school serving children with neurologically based developmental disabilities. Utilizes a structured behavioral management approach.

Student Initials Tuition N.E., O.B. $97,717.20

Resolution No. A-23

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Lakeview Learning Center, Wayne, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2009-2010 school year. This school services students with disabilities.

Student Initials Tuition Q.C. $39,288.64

Resolution No. A-24

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Learning Center for Exceptional Children, Clifton, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2009-2010 school year. This facility provided services for students in need of intensive services for academics in a supportive learning environment and small teacher ratio.

Page 39 01/20/10 Student Initials Tuition K.C. $36,540.86

Resolution No. A-25

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with New Beginnings, Fairfield, New Jersey for providing educational services to 1 Paterson student during the 2009-2010 school year. This facility is a day school for children with emotional and behavioral problems. Offers innovative inter-disciplinary learning programs.

Student Initials Tuition J.P. $57,787.74

Resolution No. A-26

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with New Road Schools of New Jersey, Inc., Parlin, New Jersey for providing educational services for 2 Paterson students during the 2009-2010 school year. This school serves students who are cognitively impaired, with learning/language disorders, and with multiple disabilities.

Student Initials Tuition D.G., J.M. $78,046.80

Resolution No. A-27

WHEREAS, according to New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14 the Paterson Public School District is required to place District‟s students in an appropriate Educational facility as per their I.E.P.; and

WHEREAS, the District wishes to remain compliant with state & federal requirements; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approves payment and contracts with Passaic County Technical Institute for providing interpreter services to hearing impaired students attending the special education programs during the 2009- 2010 school year.

Page 40 01/20/10 Student Initials Tuition E.S., G.S., J.E., C.H., E.A., $112,607.40 T.Y., K.J.

Resolution No. A-28

WHEREAS, the Paterson Board of Education recognizes that field trips are an educationally sound and important ingredient in the instructional program of our schools; and

WHEREAS, the field trip is conducted for the purpose of affording a first-hand educational experience not available in the classroom; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Board of Education accepts the following list of additions to the January 2010 approved actions for destinations as appropriate field trip sites for the students of the Paterson Public Schools:

AMC Theater Clifton Library Construction Trades Academy – Various Job Sites Cultural Center of Paterson Louisville, Kentucky Lowes Theater New Jersey State Museum NY Botanical Gardens Picattiny Arsnel, Rockaway Township, NJ Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture – Pocantico Hills, NY U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region II Lab – Edison, NJ

Resolution No. A-29

WHEREAS, Eastside High School provides the PEER Leadership course allowing students the opportunity to work cooperatively to form groups and challenge them in a safe, supportive and caring environment; and

WHEREAS, Eastside High School is responsible for providing a myriad of educational methods to assist students in revisiting developing relationships, and reinforcing healthy practices for communication, collaborative learning, and problem-solving, diversity acceptance, tolerance and problem-solving through engaging hands-on activities that will improve the school climate; and

WHEREAS, Fairview Lakes YMCA Camps and Conference Centers will provide counselors, conference facilities and overnight accommodations to Eastside High School for usage as a retreat site that will provide Eastside High School Peer Leaders with the opportunity to collaborate and reaffirm co-leader relationships and their specific roles within the PEER Leadership program. This rediscovery of self growth and awareness will assist in continuation of effective freshman outreach; and will strengthen interpersonal and facilitation skills necessary for the effective provision of leadership to approximately 350 freshmen during weekly outreach sessions; and

WHEREAS, students will be provided with intense emotional, social and physical training under the direction of Eastside High School faculty members who are trained by the Princeton Leadership Center (PLC) to offer appropriate conflict resolution, re- introduction to group dynamics, and collaborative work ethic opportunities, with the

Page 41 01/20/10 assistance of counselors from the Fairview YMCA Camp and team leaders from the Princeton Leadership Center (PLC) upon return to Eastside High School PEER Leaders will continue to provide effective facilitation and mentorship the freshman students; and

WHEREAS, the presentation of extensive opportunities to participate in group-dynamic activities, will increase confidence, self-awareness, provide reaffirmation of leadership roles and enhance the bonding between co-leader pairs; culminating in the continuation of freshman outreach for the remainder of the school year; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Board of Education approves a 2 day, 1 night skill building retreat for the Eastside High School PEER Leadership Program on February 18-19, 2010 at Fairview Lakes YMCA Camps and Conference Centers – 1035 Fairview Lake Rd. in Newton, NJ 07860 at a cost to the district of $850 for transportation, $3,900.00 for Room, Board and Facility Usage, and a total stipend expenditure of $500.00 for five (5) staff members (Total Cost of: $5,250.00).

Resolution No. A-30

WHEREAS, the DECA students at the Business, Technology and Marketing Academy at John F. Kennedy High School are competing in the New Jersey State DECA Career Development Conference in Cherry Hill, New Jersey; and

WHEREAS, during the three day, three night trip from Saturday evening on February 20, 2010 to Tuesday, February 23, 2010 students will participate and compete in competitive events as one strategy used in assisting students to develop the competencies needed to prepare and advance in marketing, merchandising and management careers; and

WHEREAS, the NJ DECA competitive events program and leadership workshops are congruent with sound educational practices and addresses cross content workplace readiness skills. They address and support the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards of Language Arts Literacy 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, Mathematics 4.1 and 4.2, and Career and Technical Education 9.1, 9.2, and 9.1; and

WHEREAS, the trip will include 35 students, two DECA Advisors, two teachers chaperones, and one security guard and is being organized by the JFK DECA Chapter with lodging and planning guidelines being provided by the New Jersey State DECA organization. Transportation will be provided by Platinum Tours; and

WHEREAS, all expenses in connection with this trip (with exception to the security person‟s expenses) will be paid by FY10 Perkins Grant money; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District approve this educational opportunity for the DECA students of John F. Kennedy High School.

Account Amount Student Registration $1,750.00 Student Meals-gsa rates $7,472.50 Student Lodging $4,785.00 Adult Lodging $1,635.00 Adult Meals $854.00 Contractual stipend $1,200.00 Transportation $1,200.00 Total $17,541.00

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Resolution No. A-31

WHEREAS, on March 15, 2007, the State of New Jersey adopted P.L.2007, c.53, An Act Concerning School District Accountability, also known as Assembly Bill 5 (A5); and

WHEREAS, Bill A5, N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(3)f, requires that conferences/workshops have prior approval by a majority of the full voting membership of the board of education; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12(2)s, an employee or member of the board of education who travels in violation of the school district‟s policy or this section shall be required to reimburse the school district in an amount equal to three times the cost associated with attending the event; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves attendance at conferences/workshops for the dates and amounts listed for staff members on the attached; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that final authorization for attendance at conferences/workshops will be confirmed at the time a purchase order is issued.

Total Number of Conferences: 22 Total Cost: $4,141.00

Staff Member Conference Date Amount

Marcella Simadiris NJAHPERD Annual January 25-26, 2010 $130.00 Physical Education Convention (registration & & Health Long Branch, NJ transportation) Teacher/School # 26

Frank Bendiewicz NJASCD Annual January 26, 2010 $205.00 District-Wide Conference (registration) Interdisciplinary East Windsor, NJ Instructional Coach/ C&I

Vivian Gaines NJASCD Annual January 26, 2010 $205.00 Director of Conference (registration) Professional East Windsor, NJ Development/C&I

Rita Route NJASCD Annual January 26, 2010 $205.00 Interdisciplinary Conference (registration) Instructional Coach/ East Windsor, NJ C&I

Anita Christian Association of Student February 4-5, 2010 $245.00 Substance Awareness Assistance Professionals of (registration) Coordinator/Schools New Jersey Annual Conference No. 2, 20, & BUILD New Brunswick, NJ

Denise Connon Association of Student February 4-5, 2010 $245.00 Student Assistance Assistance Professionals of (registration)

Page 43 01/20/10 Coordinator/ New Jersey Annual Conference School No. 13 New Brunswick, NJ

Nancy Douglas Association of Student February 4, 2010 $245.00 Substance Awareness Assistance Professionals of (registration) Coordinator/ New Jersey Annual Conference John F Kennedy HS New Brunswick, NJ

Kathy Lepore Association of Student February 4-5, 2010 $245.00 Supervisor of Assistance Professionals of (registration) Substance Awareness New Jersey Annual Conference New Brunswick, NJ

Gina Mattera Association of Student February 4-5, 2010 $245.00 Student Assistance Assistance Professionals of (registration) Counselor/ New Jersey Annual Conference Substance Awareness New Brunswick, NJ

Harold Persaud Association of Student February 4-5, 2010 $245.00 Substance Awareness Assistance Professionals of (registration) Coordinator/ New Jersey Annual Conference GFA New Brunswick, NJ

Deborah Pohl Association of Student February 4-5, 2010 $245.00 Substance Awareness Assistance Professionals of (registration) Coordinator/ New Jersey Annual Conference School No. 5 New Brunswick, NJ

Alisa Camacho Rowan University State February 6, 2010 $125.00 Teacher/AHA Testing Workshop (registration) Glassboro, NJ

Maria Murray Rowan University State February 6, 2010 $125.00 Teacher/AHA Testing Workshop (registration) Glassboro, NJ

Alisa Camacho Educational Resource February 23, 2010 $199.00 Teacher/AHA Services-From Chaos to (registration) Classroom Control: Managing Disruptive Classroom Behavior Saddle Brook, NJ

Lynette Pickney Educational Resource February 23, 2010 $199.00 Teacher/AHA Services-From Chaos to (registration) Classroom Control: Managing Disruptive Classroom Behavior Saddle Brook, NJ

Dennis Polonko The Association of February 23, 2010 $120.00 Math Teacher/SBA Mathematics Teachers of (registration) New-Where Are We Going in Math Education? Jamesburg, NJ

Page 44 01/20/10 Bequia Lee Strengthen Your People February 24, 2010 $179.00 Social Worker/ Skills in the Workplace/ (registration) School No. 28 National Seminars Training East Hanover, NJ

Nicholas Semeniuk Athletic Trainers‟ Society February 28- $175.00 Athletic Trainer/ of New Jersey 24th Annual March 1, 2010 (registration) John F Kennedy HS Athletic Training Conference Plainsboro, NJ

Allyson Castelli New Jersey Safe Schools March 30-31, 2010 $160.00 Teacher/ Program (registration) STARS Academy Morris Plains, NJ

Luisa Maquieira WINNERS! A Closer Look April 28, 2010 $179.00 Media Specialist/ at the Year‟s 100 Best Books (registration) Roberto Clemente for Children, Grades K-6 School Whippany, NJ

Allyson Castelli New Jersey Safe Schools May 26, 2010 $80.00 Teacher/ Program (registration) STARS Academy Morris Plains, NJ

Allyson Castelli New Jersey Safe Schools June 9-11, 2010 $240.00 Teacher/ Program (registration) STARS Academy Morris Plains, NJ

Resolution No. A-32

Intent to Apply: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation‟s New Jersey Health Initiatives Grant

Introduction: The Paterson Public Schools is seeking various means of acquiring and allocating sufficient resources to address the priority problems that have been identified as impacting student subgroup performance as measured under the federal No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). Through the grant opportunity of Robert Wood Johnson Foundation‟s New Jersey Health Initiatives, male students ages 14-24 experiencing intellectual and emotional development changes, issues related to violence and health- risking social behaviors (e.g. substance abuse, physical aggression, delinquency) will be addressed.

WHEREAS, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation‟s New Jersey Health Initiatives Grant will support the prevention programs using evidence-based or promising models of positive program solution for young men at risk; and

WHEREAS, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation‟s New Jersey Health Initiatives Grant must be for either nonprofit organizations that are tax exempted such as department of government or school board, the Paterson Public Schools District Strategic Plan and High School Renewal Plan have identified the crucial need to address the priority problem of high male delinquency and the need to reduce the number of male students engaging in health-risking social behaviors; and

WHEREAS, up to six New Jersey projects will receive the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation‟s New Jersey Health Initiatives Grant awards of up to $400,000.00 over

Page 45 01/20/10 each three-year period commencing July 1, 2010 and concluding June 30, 2013; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that Paterson Public Schools District Board of Education approves the application for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation‟s New Jersey Health Initiatives Grant.

Resolution No. A-33

Introduction: The Paterson Public School District recognizes the need to effectively implement the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards in Mathematics through the implementation of the Algebra I academic support resources in Algebra I classes where the Pitsco Synergistic Algebra program is not active during 2009-2010.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is committed to providing all Algebra I students with academic support resources; and

WHEREAS, the vendor, Teacher Created Materials, has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District aims to provide Algebra I resources to meet the academic support needs of all Algebra I students. The Algebra I academic support resources enhance the Algebra I teachers‟ ability to differentiate instruction based on data. Successful implementation of the Algebra I academic support resources are intended to meet the needs of Algebra I students; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools approve the support of the Algebra I academic support resources by Teacher Created Materials.

Algebra I Resource Kits: $33,599.52

It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Inoa that Resolution Nos. A- 1 through A-33 be adopted.

Comm. Hodges: Very briefly, this will set the tone for the rest of my voting for the evening. I made it very clear earlier this year that if I did not receive a compendium that I would not support a single program or a single grant initiative or vote positively on a single resolution. The reason is because I don't know what that means. I don't know whether this program is as good as another program. I don't know whether the grants worked to our benefit. I don't know what portion of students they are addressing. I don't know whether it is being redundant, whether we have five different programs which are addressing the same thing. I don't know any of that stuff and I've not known it for years. Now, I'm told that somewhere in the district this compendium is in place. But that's like telling me that my homework is at home. I didn't receive it. As everybody here would tell me, if you didn't bring it and I don't have it, it's not done. So the staff doesn‟t work for me, Dr. Evans, but you have a contract which says that you have to produce. Since they don't work for me, the only thing I can do is take it out on you. So since we have been ignored in this particular effort over a number of years and there may be some very valiant efforts to get that done, but it hasn‟t been done and I am not going to vote positively on a single project until it is. Without this information, I don't think we can

Page 46 01/20/10 continue to intelligently make judgments as to what‟s put before us. So Madame Chair, my vote will be reflected accordingly.

Comm. Kerr: On Resolution A-10, I did ask in the workshop for some information on the track record of this service provider. I got some information here, but it doesn‟t quite tell me what their success rate is. I still think I need some information to tell me if this is the best company out there. Is this just for Spanish? Or is it for any other languages?

Comm. Taylor: Mr. Kerr, there was an information sheet that we received from our administration. It had information about the person who is going to be doing the work because you did ask the question and it was given to us tonight. Here is the information about the education of the person.

Comm. Kerr: I'm not interested in the education of the person.

Comm. Taylor: Where the person worked?

Comm. Kerr: No. That's not my question.

Comm. Taylor: Okay. What is your question?

Comm. Kerr: The question is the track record of the service provider, not the individuals who work there. I just need the track record of the outfit. Why did we choose them over somebody else?

Comm. Taylor: That‟s a personnel question.

Dr. Evans: I was acknowledging Mr. Gonzalez who is prepared to respond.

Mr. Ray Gonzalez: I understand the question, Comm. Kerr, and at this point the information that was provided was an attempt at trying to provide a level of history and experience that the consultant has. Without any independent studies being done on consultants the information that we use to make decisions is based upon their levels of experience and expertise in the areas that they are being hired to fulfill a service in. So in this case, Santillana is an experienced provider of supports in native language Spanish instruction, to answer your other question as well. So this is intended to provide that level of support in this area for our school district. The intent of providing the curriculum vitaes of the consultants is again trying to demonstrate our ability to make decisions based on areas of expertise. So to provide the Board with a response to what you described, that was the information that we provided. We have no other empirical data for this or any other consultant out there other than saying that we have information that indicates that this is a track record that is evidenced by their presence in the publishing field, or in the field of providing supports in native language instruction, and as evidenced by the consultants and their backgrounds as well.

Comm. Kerr: The problem I have with that is you have a lot of doctors out there, but certainly you are not just going to go any one. Would you?

Mr. Gonzalez: No. You would look at their references.

Comm. Kerr: You would get a referral, you look at the references, and you look at the track record. Then you say this is alright. They will take care of me. I need to have that same information to know that they will take care here. There's nothing to tell me their

Page 47 01/20/10 success record. It is just that they have a PhD. I need to know what the outfit has been doing.

Mr. Gonzalez: The information provided this evening speaks about their involvement with other school districts in the North Jersey area, including districts that are similar to the Paterson‟s demographics as well as their linguistic needs. So as you indicated, we look into their work with populations and school districts that are similar to ours as well. So that was factored into the decision-making and the search for a consultant to provide this service.

Comm. Kerr: How many consultants did we look at before we decided on Santillana?

Mr. Rodriguez: I don't have that information with me at this time. But it is definitely due diligence on the part of everyone in the district when decisions are made to seek out those alternatives. Again, looking at the track records per the description that I provided was how this decision was made.

Comm. Kerr: Thank you, Mr. Rodriguez.

Comm. Taylor: Any other questions?

On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Gonzalez: Yes, and I abstain from anything that has to do with the NJCDC.

Comm. Hodges: For the reasons stated, because I don't feel that I'm going to have enough information to make an intelligent decision, and because of the repeated failure of the district to produce information that this Board member has requested, I'm voting no.

Comm. Inoa: Yes and I abstain from anything that has to do with the City of Paterson.

Comm. Muhammad: Yes.

Comm. Rodriguez: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: Yes.

Comm. Kerr: Yes, except A-10. I vote no on A-10.

The motion carried.

LEGAL COMMITTEE

Comm. Inoa: Mr. President, we didn't have anything on legal. But I did reach out to Mark Tabenkin and we did talk about the legal issues that we have in the district for about 45 minutes.

FISCAL COMMITTEE

Comm. Kerr: Fiscal had a scheduled meeting last Thursday. Comm. Taylor was unavoidably absent. Comm. Inoa was the next Commissioner to provide us a quorum. He failed to call me, so I had to just sit and have a discussion with the BA Ms.

Page 48 01/20/10 Finkelstein. We went through the bills list and everything was to my satisfaction. That was our fiscal meeting.

Comm. Kerr reported that the Fiscal Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution Nos. C-1 through C-23:

Resolution No. C-1

BE IT RESOLVED, that the list of bills dated January 15, 2010, in the grand sum of $15,996,263.30 starting with check number 159756 and ending with check number 161157 to be approved for payment; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, each claim or demand has been fully itemized and verified and duly audited as required by law in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:19-2.

Grand Sum: $15,996,263.30

Resolution No. C-2

BE IT RESOLVED, that the list of bills dated January 13, 2010, in the grand sum of $319,507.55 starting with vendor number 461130 and ending with vendor number 3798054 to be approved for payment; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, each claim or demand has been fully itemized and verified and duly audited as required by law in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:19-2.

Grand Sum: $319,507.55

Resolution No. C-3

Approve transfer of funds within the 2008-2009 school year budget for the month of November 2009.

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:23A-2.3(d)-(h) requires the Board Secretary and the Board of Education to certify that no budgetary line item account has been over-expended and that sufficient funds are available to meet the District‟s financial obligations; now therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve transfer of funds within the 2009- 2010 school year budget, for the month of November 2009, so that no budgetary line item account has been over-expended and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district‟s financial obligations, as requested by various budget managers, and as identified in the list of transfers attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Furthermore, the transfers were approved by the Department of Education.

Resolution No. C-4

WHEREAS, Paterson Public Schools are required by New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:23-2.11-5(c).4(iii)-(vi) to prepare monthly Financial Statements; and

WHEREAS, the School Business Administrator has prepared and presented the Board Secretary Report A-148 and the Report of the Treasurer A-149 including the cash reconciliation for the month of November 2009;

Page 49 01/20/10 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Paterson Public Schools acknowledge receipt of and accept the Monthly Financial Reports for November 2009; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools hereby incorporates the Monthly Financial Reports for the fiscal period ending November 2009, as part of the minutes of this meeting and note the public discussion of same for the minutes; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Business Administrator be directed to forward to the County Superintendent the minutes together with the Monthly Financial Reports; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect upon its adoption.

Resolution No. C-5

Early Childhood Corrective Action Plan (OFAC) Little Ones School House

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District Internal Auditors conducted an audit of the early childhood center “Little Ones School House” for fiscal year 2007-2008; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District accepts the Internal Auditors‟ audit report of Little Ones School House in compliance with 6A:23A-5.6, the District responds with a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) to the Office of Fiscal Accountability and Compliance (OFAC) audit report; and

WHEREAS, the auditors noted deficiencies in the quarterly reports as follows: The Provider under spent the budget; the Provider made several minor accounting errors; deficiencies were noted in the review of required staff credentials as follows: the Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) was missing for one (1) substitute; and

WHEREAS, any school district that has been the subject to an audit by the Department of Education‟s Office of Fiscal Accountability and Compliance shall discuss the findings of the audit at a public meeting of the District Board of Education no later than 30 days after the receipt of the audit report; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Early Childhood Education has addressed the findings in the Internal Auditor‟s audit report of Little Ones School House in compliance with 6A:23A-5.6 and addresses the recommendations contained in the report; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Paterson Board of Education has been the subject to an audit by the Paterson Internal Audit Unit and has discussed the findings of the audit at the January 13, 2010 public meeting of the District Board of Education within 30 days of receipt of the audit report; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Paterson Board of Education within 30 days of the January 13, 2010 public meeting adopts this resolution certifying that the findings were discussed in a public Board meeting and approved the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) addressing the issues raised in the findings of the audit and will submit this resolution to the Office of Fiscal Accountability and Compliance within 10 days of adoption by the Board of Education; and

Page 50 01/20/10 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Paterson Board of Education shall post the findings of the Office of Fiscal Accountability and Compliance audit and the Board of Education‟s corrective action plan on the District‟s web site.

Resolution No. C-6

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District operates a New Jersey Youth Corps in order to assist young adults (ages 16-21) who have dropped out of high school in successfully transitioning to employment, college, or additional training by obtaining a state-issued high school diploma, by receiving career counseling and employability skills instruction and by engaging in meaningful community services activities for the 2009-2010 school year; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development wishes to increase the existing budget of $443,671 to use for the after-hours field trips and uniforms for the New Jersey Youth Corps Program; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public Schools accepts a budget modification of $10,000 from the Department of Labor thus increasing the contract ceiling to $453,671 for the project period July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.

Resolution No. C-7

Background Information: Delta Dental of New Jersey, Foundation, Inc. (the philanthropic arm of the Delta Dental Plan of New Jersey, Dental Insurance) is committed to improving the oral health among New Jersey‟s youth and is an avid supporter of National Children‟s Dental Health Month in February, Give Kids A Smile in February, and other initiatives that center around improving children‟s Dental Health. The Foundation has given large grants to the Paterson Public Schools, Office of Dental Services, since 1998. They want to bestow a grant of $50,000 to the Office of Dental Services for December 21, 2009-December 30, 2010. The District has re-instated an Agreement with St. Joseph‟s Regional Medical Center to provide a dentist for the school dental clinic at lease fifteen hours each week for eleven months January 1 – December 30, 2010. Two accounts will be set up; $28,000 divided into monthly stipends to SJRMC toward salary and $22,000 toward supplies and materials needed to operate a school based dental program. Upon acceptance and signature on this Action Form and signature of the (duplicate) Project Grant Agreement, Delta Foundation will release the check for $50,000 to my attention.

WHEREAS, the Delta Dental of New Jersey, Foundation, Inc. want to continue their mission to financially assist the Office of Dental Services to continue to provide dental treatment in the school dental clinic for the underserved, uninsured children residing in Paterson; and

WHEREAS, the Delta Dental of New Jersey, Foundation, Inc. has approved a grant of $50,000 to be used for comprehensive dental care & dental educational initiatives in the District‟s Dental Clinic located in the Health Department, 176 Broadway, from January 1, 2010 through December 31,2010; and

WHEREAS, $28,000 will be used solely toward a stipend to SJRMC for a dentist‟s salary, $22,000 additional support for the Fluoride Rinse Programs, dental supplies, “Give Kids A Smile” Day collaborating with HARP Dental Assistant students; now

Page 51 01/20/10 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education accept the $50,000 check from the Delta Foundation accept to provide $28,000 solely for a dentist provided by St. Joseph‟s Regional Medical Center for dental treatment for uninsured students residing in Paterson, and to use the remaining $22,000 to purchase Fluoride Program supplies, dental clinic supplies and to support the district‟s dental health initiatives.

Resolution No. C-8

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is in favor of supporting quality community services for its students and working to support the delivery of instruction for our students and in support of our staff, school District, and out community; and

WHEREAS, Staple of Monroe, FC 971, 21 South Middlesex Avenue, New Jersey, 08831, offered to donate school supplies, material, and resource with an approximate value of $1,000.00 to $2,000.00 dollars to the Paterson Public School, Alternative Middle School, 264 21st Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey 07501; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District will accept the donation of school supplies, materials, and resource in the amount of $1,000.00 to $2,000.00;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the State Operated School District of Paterson, accepts the donations from Staple of Monroe, FC 971, 21 South Middlesex Avenue, New Jersey, 08831, in the donation of school supplies with an approximate value of $1,000.00 to $2,000.00.

Resolution No. C-9

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District is in favor of supporting quality community services for its students and working to support the healthy development of children in our community; and

WHEREAS, Value Added Fulfillment, Inc. (1050 Slocum Avenue, Ridgefield, NJ 07657) offers to donate 1,000 back packs and 600 cooler bags with an approximate value of $1,000.00 to the Paterson Public Schools in Operational Unit One schools; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District will accept the donation of the backpacks and cooler bags in the amount of $1,000.00;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the State Operated School District of Paterson accepts the donations from Value Added Fulfillment, Inc. in the way of school backpacks and cooler bags with an approximate value of $1,000.00. (NO COST TO DISTRICT)

Resolution No. C-10

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District supports and encourages donations to all its schools from the public and private sector; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District in accordance with State mandates and district policy supports and encourages the generosity of the business community to its schools; and

Page 52 01/20/10 WHEREAS, CityTours USA, Inc. of 299 Murray Hill Parkway, Suite 2, East Rutherford, NJ 07073 wishes to donate four (4) Dell Vostro desktop workstations to be installed in classroom 2A204, Grade 7 Social Studies at NRC School/#31 and become a permanent addition to the computers listed to The New Roberto Clemente School, 482- 506 Market Street, Paterson, NJ; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson BOE accepts this donation from City Tours USA and thank them for their generosity.

Resolution No. C-11

Resolution authorizing the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, to enter into a Cooperative Pricing Agreement for the purchase of Telecommunications Services.

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11, specifically authorizes two or more contracting units to enter into a Cooperative Pricing Agreement for the purchase of work, materials and supplies; and

WHEREAS, all New Jersey Schools are invited to participate in the Alliance for Competitive Telecommunications cooperative through NJASBO, which is intended to fulfill the districts‟ obligation under 18A:55-3; and

WHEREAS, the Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission is conducting a voluntary Cooperative Pricing system with other authorized contracting units within the State of New Jersey utilizing the administrative purchasing services and facilities of the Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission; and

WHEREAS, this Cooperative Pricing Agreement is to effect substantial economics in the purchase of telecommunication services; and

WHEREAS, the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson in the county of Passaic, State of New Jersey, recognizes the need for obtaining the most advantageous, competitive and responsive proposal for goods and/or services, price and other factors considered, through Cooperative Purchasing; and

WHEREAS, the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson in the county of Passaic, State of New Jersey, desires to participate in the ACT Cooperative Pricing System Agreement;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, on the November 20, 2009 by the State Operated School District of the city of Paterson, county of Passaic, State of New Jersey, as follows:

TITLE

This resolution shall be known and may be cited as the “ACT Cooperative Pricing Resolution of the Paterson Public School District.”

AUTHORITY

Pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11, the Business Administrator, Frances Finkelstein, is hereby authorized to enter into the ACT Cooperative Pricing System Agreement.

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CONTRACTING UNIT

Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission shall be responsible for complying with the “Local Public Contracts Law”, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-11 et seq. and all other applicable laws in connection with the preparation, bidding, negotiation and execution of contracts in connection with the ACT Cooperative Pricing System.

This resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent.

Resolution No. C-12

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, for “Delaware Café” Management and Catering Services, RFP-010-10, for three (school) years from January 1, 2010 through June 31, 2012:

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive proposal for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, on the Authorization of the Business Administrator the competitive contracting process NJSA 18A:18A-4.3, using the request for proposal (RFP) document was solicited for “Delaware Café” Management and Catering Services RFP-010-10 for three (school) years. Eleven (11) potential vendors were mailed/e-mailed RFP specifications, out of which two (2) vendors responded as follows:

Ray‟s Food, Inc. Baskingers Clifton, NJ Paterson, NJ

WHEREAS, the proposal submitted by Baskingers was not responsive to the bid requirements and therefore their proposal was disqualified; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on September 15, 2009. There was a pre-proposal conference on September 30, 2009. Sealed proposals were opened and read aloud on October 6, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. in the Conference Room, 4th floor, 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, based on the recommendation of the Evaluation Committee Members, consisting of representatives from the Business Office, Department of Purchasing and Department of Facilities for “Delaware Café” Management and Catering Services, RFP- 010-10, it is recommended that this contract be awarded to Ray‟s Food & Ice Cream, Inc. as follows:

Breakfast 15-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Breakfast 25-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Total Cost: $105.00 $7.00/person Total Cost: $175.00 $7.00/person

Breakfast 50-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Breakfast 100-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Total Cost: $350.00 $7.00/person Total Cost: $700.00 $7.00/person

Lunch (Cold) 15-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Lunch (Cold) 25-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications)

Page 54 01/20/10 Total Cost: $150.00 $6.00/person Total Cost: $210.00 $6.00/person

Lunch (Cold) 50-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Lunch (Cold) 100-Basic Setup (per bid Specifications) Total Cost: $360.00 $6.00/person Total Cost: $720.00 $6.00/person

WHEREAS, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, awards a contract for “Delaware Café” Management and Catering Services RFP-010-10 from January 1, 2010 through June 30, 2012 to the below mentioned vendor who submitted a proposal which is deemed to be the most advantageous to the District price and other factors considered; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent.

Ray‟s Food and Ice Cream, Inc. 228 Harding Avenue Clifton, NJ 07011 Not to exceed $50,000.00 for Catering Services

Resolution No. C-13

Resolution is to comply with purchasing laws in the process of purchasing Environmental and Remedial Services (Re-Bid), PPS-275-10, for the period of November 1, 2009 through June 30, 2011.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for complying with the New Jersey purchasing laws for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Facilities determined that the district has a need for Environmental and Remedial Services (Re-Bid), PPS-275-10, and provided the specifications for the formal public bid process for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2011; and

WHEREAS, the following seventeen (17) vendors were emailed/mailed bid specifications, in which one (1) vendor responded to the district‟s solicitation; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Bergen Record and The North Jersey Herald News on October 9, 2009. One (1) sealed bid, received by TTI Environmental, Inc., was opened and read aloud on October 27, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Cafeteria, 1st floor, 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503, by the Purchasing Department resulting in the following:

Contractor/Category Regular Hourly Rate Emergency/Overtime

Page 55 01/20/10 (Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm) Hourly Rate Principal 50.00 50.00 Litigation Expert 150.00 150.00 Vice President 95.00 95.00 Director 75.00 75.00 Senior Project Manager 75.00 75.00 Project Manager 75.00 85.00 Sr. Environmental Scientist 80.00 95.00 Environmental Scientist/Engineer 75.00 75.00 Geologist/Hydro-geologist 75.00 75.00 Field Technician 60.00 75.00 Draftsperson 55.00 55.00 Technical Typist 50.00 50.00

Hourly rates will include cost of necessary tools, equipment, vehicles, payroll taxes, fringe benefits, shipping, handling, storage, overhead and profit. The successful vendor shall supply copies of invoices to justify ALL labor and material costs.

WHEREAS, the Departments of Facilities and Purchasing recommend that T.T.I. Environmental, Inc. be deemed as the sole, responsive and responsible bidder who provided the only bid proposal to the District, be awarded a contract for Environmental and Remedial Services (Re-Bid), PPS-275-10, for the period of December 16, 2009 through June 30, 2011, based on the above analysis; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the State District Superintendent supports the Departments of Purchasing and Facilities‟ recommendation above that T.T.I. Environmental, Inc., 1253 North Church Street, Moorestown, New Jersey 08057, be awarded a contract for Environmental and Remedial Services (Re-Bid), PPS-275-10, at a not to exceed amount of $150,000.00, annually, during the two-year contract period; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements.

Resolution No. C-14

Resolution is to comply with purchasing laws in the process of purchasing for Security Alarm Services District Wide (T&M) PPS-225-10, for the 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 school years.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for complying with the New Jersey purchasing laws for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of School Safety Department determined that the district has a need for Security Alarm Services District Wide (T&M) PPS-225-10, during the 2009- 2010 and 2010-2011 school years and provided the specifications for this formal public bid process; and

Page 56 01/20/10 WHEREAS, forty (40) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications (the list is available for review in the Purchasing Department), eight (8) responded to the district‟s solicitation; of which two (2) companies were disqualified and one (1) rejected; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on October 1, 2009. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on October 22, 2009 at 11:00 am in the Conference Room, 4th Floor, 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503 by the Purchasing Department, resulting in the following:

BID REQUIREMENTS

Required Documents HAIG‟S SAL

Bid Proposal Form OK OK Bid Bond OK OK Ownership Disclosure OK OK Non-Collusion Affidavit OK OK Affirmative Action Requirements OK OK AA Equal Opportunity Language OK OK Vendor Information Form OK OK W-9 Form OK OK Reference Sheet OK OK NJ Business Registration Certificate OK OK Political Contribution Disclosure Form OK OK Prevailing Wage Certification Form OK OK NJ Public Works OK OK Notice of Classification $3,000,000 $15,000,000 Amount of Uncompleted Contracts $480,000 $9,217,210

BID ANALYSIS

Description HAIG‟S SAL

A. Fixed Hourly Rate “Straight Time” $75.00 $84.25 (i.e.; between the hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday).

B. Fixed Hourly Rate “Overtime”-Weekdays/ $112.50 $126.37 Saturdays (i.e.; hours before 7 a.m. and after 4 p.m., Monday through Friday and all hours on Saturday).

C. Fixed Hourly Rate “Overtime”-Sundays $150.00 $168.50 and Holidays (i.e.; all hours on Sundays and Holidays).

D. Fixed Hourly Rate for Emergencies $200.00 $168.50 (i.e.; all hours on Sundays and Holidays).

TOTAL A+B+C+D (Basis For Award) $537.50 $547.62

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E. Invoices submitted for parts/equipment (for repairs 20% 15% or new installations) shall be limited to manufacturer‟s NET distributor %.

F. Monthly monitoring charge of the Burglar Systems. $1,200.00 $2,944.00 Fixed Monthly Rate to be billed in one (1) monthly statement itemized by location/address.

WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the projects will be performed either after regular hours and/or during the weekends; and

WHEREAS, the Department of School Safety in agreement with the Department of Purchasing recommend that this bid be awarded to Haig‟s Service Corporation as the primary contractor and Sal Electric as the backup contractor, as needed;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVES, the State District Superintendent supports the above mentioned recommendation that Haig‟s Service Corp., located at 211A Route 22, green Brook, NJ 08812, as a primary vendor and Sal Electric Co. Inc., located at 83 Fleet Street, Jersey City, NJ 07306 as a secondary vendor, be awarded a contract for Security Alarm Services District Wide, PPS-225-10, for the 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 school years in the amount of not to exceed $250,000.00 as needed for each contractual year; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent.

Resolution No. C-15

Resolution is to comply with purchasing laws for the acquisition Gate Installation & Fence Repair Services, PPS-275-10, for the 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 school years.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for complying with the New Jersey purchasing laws for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Facilities Department determined that the district has a need for Gate Installation & Fence Repairs PPS-275-10, during the 2009-2010 and 2010- 2011 school years and provided the specifications for this formal public bid process; and

WHEREAS, sixteen (16) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications (the list is available for review in the Purchasing Department), one (1) responded to the district‟s solicitation; and

Page 58 01/20/10 WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on October 9, 2009. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on October 27, 2009 at 11:00 am in the Conference Room, 4th Floor, 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503 by the Purchasing Departments, resulting in the following:

Category A: Gate Installation & Repair at 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ: No Bid Category B: Fence Services District Wide

Project Description Labor Wages Guardian Fence (Rates)

Hourly rates for additional fence/gate work Straight Time $68.00 as needed. This hourly rate shall be used for all repairs, upgrades, new installations Overtime $95.20 District Wide. This section may be awarded to multiple contractors. Holiday $95.20 Percentage Mark Up on Materials 14%

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities in agreement with the Department of Purchasing recommend that this bid be awarded to Guardian Fence Co., Inc., as needed;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State District Superintendent supports the above mentioned recommendation that Guardian Fence Co., Inc., located at 180 Wright St. P.O. Box 2009 Newark, NJ 07114-2627 and be awarded a contract for Fence Repair Guardian Fence, PPS-275-10, for the 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 school years with Labor Wages, Straight Time $68.00, Overtime $95.20, Holiday Time $95.20 and percentage mark up rate on materials is 14% not to exceed $350,000.00 for each contractual year; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent.

Resolution No. C-16

Resolution is to comply with purchasing laws for the acquisition Exterior Door Replacement at MLK, Jr. Elementary School, PPS-280-10, for the 2009-2010 school year.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District obtained funding for this project through the School District Authority (SDA); and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District received the Authorization to Proceed (ATP) from the SDA on November 2, 2009; and

Page 59 01/20/10 WHEREAS, the DOE Project # is: 4010-312-08-1400, SDA Project # is: 4010-312-08- 0HAK and Grant # is: GB-0151; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for complying with the New Jersey purchasing laws for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Facilities Department determined that the district has a need for Exterior Door Replacement at MLK, Jr. PPS-280-10, during the 2009-2010 school year; and

WHEREAS, the Architect of Record, LAN Associates of Midland Park, NJ provided the specifications for this formal public bid process; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Herald News on November 23, 2009 and advertised in several trade journals by LAN Associates; and

WHEREAS, three (3) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications and the three (3) responded to the solicitation; and

WHEREAS, there was a mandatory pre-bid conference held on November 30, 2009 and three (3) vendors attended; and

WHEREAS, sealed bids were opened and read aloud on December 15, 2009 at 10:00 am in the Conference Room, 4th Floor, 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503 by the Purchasing Department, resulting in the following:

Contractor: Smitty‟s Door Service (Name & Address) 170 Oak Grove Road Pittstown, NJ 08867

Telephone No.: 908-284-0506 Fax No.: 908-284-9558

Cont. #31-BB-Exterior Door Replacement at MLK, Jr. $102,600.00 Elementary School (School #30)

WHEREAS, the Department of Facilities along with the Department of Purchasing recommend that this bid be awarded to Smitty‟s Door Service, 170 Oak Grove Road, Pittstown, NJ 08867 for bid PPS-280-10 Exterior Door Replacement at MLK, Jr. Elementary School;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State District Superintendent supports the above mentioned recommendation that Exterior Door Replacement at MLK Jr. Elementary School (School 30), located at 851 East 28th Street, Paterson, NJ 07513 and be awarded a contract to Smitty‟s Door Service 170 Oak Grove Road, Pittstown, NJ 08867, PPS-280-10, for the 2009-2010 school year for the amount not to exceed of one hundred two thousand six hundred dollars ($102,600.00) and the Paterson Public School District received the Authorization to Proceed (ATP) from the SDA on November 2, 2009 and the DOE Project # is: 4010-312-08-1400, SDA Project # is: 4010-312-08- 0HAK and Grant # is: GB-0151; and

Page 60 01/20/10 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent.

Resolution No. C-17

Resolution is to comply with purchasing laws for the acquisition of Food Service Equipment (Large), PPS-306-10, for the 2009-2010 school year.

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need to comply with the New Jersey purchasing laws for obtaining the most competitive and responsive bid for goods and/or services; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Food Services determined that the district has a need for Food Service Equipment (Large), PPS-306-10 during the 2009-2010 school year and provided the specifications for this formal public bid process; and

WHEREAS, fifteen (15) vendors were mailed/e-mailed bid specifications, in which three (3) responded to the district‟s solicitation; and

WHEREAS, this solicitation was made by advertised public notice appearing in The Record and The Herald News on November 17, 2009. Sealed bids were opened and read aloud on December 1, 2009 at 11:00 am, 4th Floor, Conference Room, 90 Delaware Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07503 by the Purchasing Department; and

WHEREAS, the Departments of Food Services and Purchasing recommend that Food Service Equipment (Large), PPS-306-10, be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder(s), on an item-per-item basis, for the 2009-2010 school year, to the following vendors:

Singer Equipment Co. Todd Devin Food Equipment BRC Commercial 7300 Lindbergh Blvd 33668 Stony Hill Rd. PMB 129 Kitchens Corp. Philadelphia, PA 19153 Yardley, PA 19067 200 Market St. Item(s): 8 Item(s): 1 Elmwood Park, NJ 07407 Item(s): 1

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the State District Superintendent supports the Department of Food Services and Purchasing‟s recommendation above that Singer Equipment Co., Todd Devin Food Equipment and BRC Commercial Kitchens Corp. be awarded a contract for Food Service Equipment (Large), PPS-306-10, for the 2009- 2010 school year in the amount not to exceed $60,000.00; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered

Page 61 01/20/10 with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent.

Resolution No. C-18

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, authorizing the Department of Purchasing to initiate the competitive contracting process, pursuant to 18A:18A-4.3, for the procurement of Middle School Youth Program Services.

WHEREAS, pursuant to 18A:18A-4.3, Board is allowed to procure specialized goods and/or services through Competitive Contracting; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District desires to procure Middle School Youth Program Services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages free and open competition for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive proposal for goods and/or services price and other factors considered; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, authorizes the Department of Purchasing to initiate the Competitive Contracting process, pursuant to 18A:18A-4.3, to procure Middle School Youth Program Services.

Resolution No. C-19

Resolution of the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, authorizing the Department of Purchasing to initiate the competitive contracting process, pursuant to 18A:18A-4.3, for the procurement of Professional Development Services for Teachers and Administrators to Improve Instruction.

WHEREAS, pursuant to 18A:18A-4.3, Board is allowed to procure specialized goods and/or services through Competitive Contracting; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District desires to procure Professional Development Services for Teachers and Administrators to Improve Instruction; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District encourages free and open competition for goods and services; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District recognizes the need for obtaining the most competitive and responsive proposal for goods and/or services price and other factors considered; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Operated School District of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, authorizes the Department of

Page 62 01/20/10 Purchasing to initiate the Competitive Contracting process, pursuant to 18A:18A-4.3, to procure Professional Development Services for Teachers and Administrators to Improve Instruction.

Resolution No. C-20

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has identified a need to provide transportation for special needs students to an out of district school for the 2009-2010 school year; and

WHEREAS, the Paterson Public School District has agreed to jointure with other neighboring districts through the Passaic County Educational Services Commission, 45 Reinhardt Road, Rocco Building, Wayne, New Jersey 07470 and the District agrees to the terms of the contract for the 2009-2010 school year; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Public School District ratifies the action of the State District Superintendent in awarding the following jointure contract for the 2009- 2010 school year with Passaic County Educational Services Commission as listed:

Route Destination Route Cost Admin Fees Start Date BRST Brownstone School 9823.50 294.71 12/9/2009-6/24/10

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution, to provide jointure transportation for special needs students to the Brownstone School in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, an out of district school on route #BRST with the Passaic County Educational Services Commission, shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Route Cost: $9,823.50 Administrative Fees: $274.71

Resolution No. C-21

WHEREAS, after formally bidding for the 2009-2010 school year, the Paterson Public School District identified a need to provide temporary transportation for a special needs student to an in district school, for which the district does not have a bid contract; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 6A:27-9.12, the district solicited a minimum of three quotations for unanticipated transportation services and has created transportation route # T182 in order to be compliant to the student‟s educational needs with results as listed below:

Route #T182 – School # 18 1/4/2010-3/31/2010 60 # of Days $13,080.00 8:20am-3:00pm In-District Special Needs AIDE NEEDED

Page 63 01/20/10 Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Noon Trans 179.00 39.00 1.00 218.00

BE IT RESOLVED, the State District Superintendent supports the Department of Transportation recommendation in the awarding of temporary contract to the lowest quote submitted to transport student for transportation to Public School No. 18 as listed above; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution, to provide temporary transportation for a special needs student to an in district school, Public School No. 18 for which the district did not have a bid contract for the 2009-2010 school year, shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Approximate cost for the 2009-2010 school year: $13,080.00

Resolution No. C-22

WHEREAS, after formally bidding for the 2009-2010 school year, the Paterson Public School District identified a need to provide temporary transportation for a special needs student to an in district school, for which the district does not have a bid contract; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 6A:27-9.12, the district solicited a minimum of three quotations for unanticipated transportation services and has created transportation route # T180 in order to be compliant to the student‟s educational needs with results as listed below:

Route #T180 – Public Safety Academy 12/2/2009-6/22/2010 127 # of Days $9,398.00 7:50am-3:10pm In-District Special Needs AIDE NEEDED

Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Scholastic 49.00 25.00 2.00 74.00

BE IT RESOLVED, the State District Superintendent supports the Department of Transportation recommendation in the awarding of temporary contract to the lowest quote submitted to transport student for transportation to Public Safety Academy as listed above; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

Page 64 01/20/10 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution, to provide temporary transportation for a special needs student to an in district school, Public Safety Academy for which the district did not have a bid contract for the 2009-2010 school year, shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Approximate cost for the 2009-2010 school year: $9,398.00

Resolution No. C-23

WHEREAS, after formally bidding for the 2009-2010 school year, the Paterson Public School District identified a need to provide temporary transportation for a special needs student to an out of district program, for which the district does not have a bid contract; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 6A:27-9.12, the district solicited a minimum of three quotations for unanticipated transportation services and has created transportation route # T181 in order to be compliant to the student‟s educational needs with results as listed below:

Route #T181 – Wildwood Elementary School 12/7/2009-3/2010 65 # of Days $4,094.35 6:00pm, 6:30pm or 7:00pm according to schedule Out of District Special Needs NO AIDE

Contractor Vehicle Per Diem Aide Mileage Adj. Total Per Diem Jordan 62.99 50.00 3.00 62.99

BE IT RESOLVED, the State District Superintendent supports the Department of Transportation recommendation in the awarding of temporary contract to the lowest quote submitted to transport student for transportation from Wildwood Elementary School in Mountain Lakes, NJ to his/her home as listed above; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the vendor has been notified that no goods or services will be provided to the District without first receiving a fully executed purchase order; and that the terms on the purchase will be honored completely; if the vendor does not agree with the terms on the purchase order, the vendor will not provide any goods or services to the District until such time a new purchase order is completed and delivered with terms the vendor will honor; and the vendor being awarded this bid have completed with all Affirmative Action requirements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution, to provide temporary transportation for a special needs student to an out of district program, Wildwood Elementary School in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, for which the district did not have a bid contract for the 2009-2010 school year, shall take effect with the approval signature of the State District Superintendent and is being provided to the Board for advisory purposes.

Approximate cost for the 2009-2010 school year: $4,094.35

It was moved by Comm. Muhammad, seconded by Comm. Taylor that Resolution Nos. C-1 through C-23 be adopted. On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Gonzalez: Yes, with the exception of anything related to the NJCDC, I abstain.

Page 65 01/20/10 Comm. Hodges: As stated previously, I am making a point. We are responsible for our votes and we are responsible for getting the information that we need to make intelligent decisions. When the district fails to give us that information it jeopardizes our ability to make those decisions and it also makes it hard for things to get done. It‟s also a further indication of why things don't happen in this school district, because we fail to get them produced when they say they are going to be produced. I'm hammering it home because I'm tired of it. And it's not just this particular instance, it's across the board. It's why we don't have a banking system here for our students, because we didn't do it. It‟s why there aren't a number of things in place, because we refuse to do it. We get told that we are going to, but it doesn‟t happen. So if I have to be extremely difficult, I'm going to be extremely difficult because I'm tired of it happening. Those test scores are a reflection in every single building of what continues to go on because we tolerate it. Well, I'm not tolerating it anymore. My answer is no across the board.

Comm. Inoa: Yes and I abstain from anything related to the City of Paterson.

Comm. Muhammad: Yes.

Comm. Rodriguez: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: Yes.

Comm. Kerr: On Resolution C-12, we had some discussion in the workshop concerning the pricing. I do not know if any adjustments were made concerning our discussion. Concerning the prices for lunch and breakfast, I believe there was some $7 or something. I don't know if there was a change. But if the action item remains as it was last Wednesday, my vote on C-12 will be no and I would vote yes on all the others.

The motion carried.

FACILITIES COMMITTEE

Comm. Hodges: There are no submissions for facilities. I'm simply going to reiterate very briefly, Mr. President, to the parents of the students from School 24. If you are able to hear my voice, I suggest that you either pull your child from the gymnasium or demand a letter of explanation from the principal, the Superintendent, or the Department of Education as to how they plan to keep your child safe given the conditions in that school‟s gymnasium. Other than that, Mr. President, I do not have a report.

Comm. Taylor: I would just like to say I'm looking around the schools and the wind has blown a lot of paper around each one of the schools. I think someone inside the building should be assigned to have one of those picks to pick up around the fences and around the schools. The wind blows the papers from everywhere. Even when the garbage men collect they just drop stuff and it blows. We usually have fences around. I see School 24 has a beautiful little park in the front and all the papers from the highway in the street are blown all around it, and the school on Madison Avenue. Somebody picks up around School 13 very well, but there are some places in the alley there where there is a lot of paper sometimes. All our schools need to be looked at. Even in the winter time we need to keep the grounds looking nice. That's part of the facilities. Someone in the building has that position to do that for outside. You police the building outside right before the children come. Then in the afternoon after they leave someone should be going out there checking it as well. So I'd like you to look into that. It doesn't look good when you ride around the city and you go past our schools.

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Comm. Gonzalez: I need an update on the new kindergarten school on Madison Avenue.

Comm. Hodges: The Madison Avenue K-Center is not quite complete. The parking lot is complete, but there are still some punch-list items that are being addressed in the building. They anticipate at least by the end of next month.

Dr. Evans: They said earlier, by Monday of next week, but more realistically it will probably be the end of the month.

Comm. Hodges: It should be completed and ready for occupancy.

Comm. Taylor: We have a CO?

Comm. Hodges: Like I said, it‟s not ready to be occupied yet.

Dr. Evans: I have a CO.

Comm. Gonzalez: We have a CO?

Dr. Evans: Yes.

Comm. Gonzalez: This is miscommunication because I'm getting word from the community. I'm on the facilities committee and they know things I don't know. There was a rumor going around that on January 25 people were going to be moving into the school. I don't have any documents stating that. I don't know if that's accurate or not. I need to know. It's embarrassing when people ask questions that they hear from just other parents and they call a Commissioner and we do not have answers. It's a shame. I'm on the facilities committee. I should know this. I am requesting some information about this new school – the name of the school and the opening of the school. Was information passed down to the parents of the affected school, School 15? I believe kindergarten classes are going to be moving into this new facility as well as maybe the New Roberto Clemente. I'm not sure. Parents are calling me and asking me what do they do and what is going to happen. They are telling me that they don't have anything in black and white stating that this is official. I didn't even know until this point that it was actually complete.

Comm. Hodges: The proposed timelines that they gave us were entered in previous facility meetings. I've gone through all the schools and their proposed dates were in there. They have amended them over time because they are pushing things back. For instance, we had a groundbreaking for Marshall Street School which was cancelled. I didn't receive an explanation for that. I don't know what took place there, but I heard it was cancelled. They came in and told us today that it‟s because when our facilities people who meet with them offline uncover additional problems then they push these dates back further and further. That‟s why the dates change, which is why we hold our facilities meeting after the SDA meeting, because they change their minds with a number of things. But the minutes of the facilities has their proposed dates as per their meeting.

Comm. Gonzalez: This happens quite often like you mentioned. They do change and amend dates. That's why we need to stay on top of these things and let everyone know in the event that Comm. Muhammad gets a call.

Page 67 01/20/10 Comm. Hodges: The facilities reports go to every single Board member.

Comm. Gonzalez: We have not had a facilities meeting...

Comm. Hodges: Since last month.

Comm. Gonzalez: Since last month and that's why I'm bringing this up now. Again, being a member on that committee I think we should be well-informed. Even if we don't have a meeting a phone call or if you know something we all need to know that because we don't know who is going to receive that call.

Comm. Hodges: That meeting occurred this afternoon from 1:00 to 2:30.

Comm. Gonzalez: Which was not told to me because it is not posted anywhere. We don't have set dates and I have not received that information. And I'm on the committee. I'm looking forward to receiving some information. If I would have been told that then we wouldn‟t have this issue now. But another request would be first of all if we are moving students on January 25th, do the parents know? Has something been passed on to the parents letting them know not to bring their kids to whatever school it is that they are attending now? Do they do so? Do we have transportation bringing them over to the new school? If that's the case, are they moving into a classroom that's ready for them to receive instruction, not teachers setting up, moving chairs around, and having kids in a classroom? I need to know these questions. Unfortunately, I had to bring it up here because we didn't have another opportunity to do so. Forgive me for that, but this needs to be addressed.

Dr. Evans: Dr. Hodges made a good point a moment ago. We actually intended to move youngsters into this center immediately following the winter holidays based on the information that the SDA had given us on when we could anticipate completion of the building and receipt of a CO. Indeed we did receive a CO over the holidays. I remember sitting at home going on my email during the winter holidays and there were two COs, one for the building and one for the parking lot. They came at different times. Dr. Fulmore who is the staff member who is coordinating this for us indicated to me by email that although they had sent it the building really was not ready for us to occupy. He had already coordinated with principals and teachers who have the students and they have been communicated with regarding a move to occur just after the holidays. This occurred before the holidays because we had been given that date by the SDA. That changed when we realized although we had a CO, a certificate of occupancy, that the building wasn‟t ready. In discussions with Dr. Fulmore he felt that we should be ready to occupy the building by Monday the 25th based on information from the SDA. Well, about a week ago the SDA communicated to us, and our facility staff has been working with them, that it‟s not likely that they are going to complete all of the work that needs to be done to get into the building by that time. So now the latest communication I have from Dr. Fulmore is that it may be the end of the month before it's complete because we are waiting for the SDA to finish up and turn the building over to us completely. We could move into it. We have the CO. But there is additional work to be done even if we did that. We'd rather wait until all the work is done before we move in, which responds to another part of your question, will classrooms be ready. That's part of the reason why we haven't moved in yet. I will ask Dr. Fulmore who is out ill. That's why he is not here. He had jury duty this week but then he fell ill and is out for that reason. But I will ask him to prepare a complete written report to get to each one of you.

Page 68 01/20/10 Comm. Gonzalez: And also include for me if communication was passed on to the parents and whoever else.

Comm. Rodriguez: I share the same concerns with Comm. Gonzalez. But one thing that is an additional concern is the safety issue right outside that new center. That is the corner of Madison and Market Street. There is high traffic. So I hope that we make sure that we have not just one crossing guard when that school goes into operation. We need to make sure that we are taking care of our kids there. This second thing came up during the workshop. I asked that the administration assure us that the rooms that are vacant in School 15 will be used to decongest some of the classrooms that they have and we are not bringing any self-contained or special education classrooms into School 15. I just want to make sure of that because many parents called me and somehow they got scared that that was happening and I just want to make sure that is definitely happening. But let‟s make sure that we have crossing guards in that corner.

Dr. Evans: I can respond to part of his concern. I'm sorry, Dr. Hodges. This is your committee.

Comm. Hodges: Ms. Taylor wanted to comment.

Comm. Kerr: The question that I'm asking, just to piggyback on what Comm. Rodriguez asked, will the pickup and drop-off to that school be on Madison? Or is there somewhere in the back to drop-off and pick up?

Comm. Hodges: I think the drop-off is on 19th Avenue, not on Madison. That's what I believe.

Comm. Kerr: Because that is right on the street.

Comm. Hodges: I don't think the drop-off was on Madison. That would have been unacceptable.

Comm. Taylor: The parking lot is in the back of the school and that‟s where the children will be coming.

Comm. Kerr: That would be too dangerous.

Comm. Hodges: There's no place for a bus to just stop on Market and Madison. It has to be on 19th Avenue…(end of tape)

Comm. Taylor: (Beginning of new tape)…if we take a CO from the State Department it means that all work is completed. We got into trouble a few years ago because we did take COs from the city and some other places. If they were unfinished with their work in the building it was very difficult for us because we had a CO. When you take the CO it means everything is finished and everything is in order. So if it came through the email during the holidays and we couldn‟t get there to see it or we weren't looking at it and we didn't have a clerk of the works or whatever you have there now, or the manager goes and sees that everything is in place when we received the CO, then we were out of step. People and contractors have been doing that to us for quite a long time. They left the pipes out at School 4, didn't do the elevator at School 13, did some things when they added another area to a building, and they left sinks in the wrong place or they didn't connect the electric light in a couple of the buildings. So when we receive a CO it means that we give okay. Our person has gone in, checked it, and everything is in order. But this is like a hanging chad. It‟s supposed to be the vote, but it's not really the

Page 69 01/20/10 vote. It's supposed to be the CO, but it's not really the CO. It‟s unsafe for children to go because we don't know if there are wires open, we don't know if walls are open, and we don't know if the steps have been done properly for them. Now, I need to know where they are going to pick up and drop off children. We really truly need to know because I know the first message the Board got was they were going to use 19th Avenue. Is it 19th Avenue by Roberto Clemente? One of those streets in the back I know is where the teachers are going to park. Is that part of our property that we have there?

Dr. Evans: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: It's for teachers to park there, for New Roberto Clemente, and also the early school. So we have to be careful with our COs that we get because we have been tripped up before. They said, “You took it. You said it was good, and that's it.” We are responsible for anything that they leave undone. We have to take money out of our treasury that we would use for students and pay for the building improvement. We‟d have to find money somewhere.

Dr. Evans: To their credit, Ms. Taylor, our facilities folks, particularly Chris Sapara- Grant and Mike Maglio, picked up on the fact that there were some things that were not complete even though they sent us the CO. That's the reason for this additional delay. They picked up on it and I give them credit for doing that. So we really don't want to move in until it's all done even though they sent the CO.

Comm. Taylor: School 24 is an example.

Dr. Evans: Let me ask Ms. Riviello if she is aware of the answer to the drop-off question. Do you have knowledge of where the youngsters are going to be dropped off? Come up to the microphone.

Ms. Joanne Riviello: My understanding way back in the day was that it was going to be E. 19th Street. Again, as the Commissioner said, the crossing guard is an imperative in order to have it be successful.

Dr. Evans: Okay. Thank you. We will follow up to be doubly sure. But I wanted to respond to two additional comments that Comm. Rodriguez was inquiring about, where will students come from to backfill the classrooms that are vacated in School 15. There are class sets of youngsters who were displaced from the school in order to accommodate the younger children who are there. Dr. Fulmore had indicated that the youngsters who were displaced will backfill to come back into the school because it is their local school. Secondly, you were mentioning that you had heard that special education youngsters would be coming into the school. One of my big issues is that we are concentrating a heavy number of special education students in particular schools. I can tell you that an initiative is coming, not this year or maybe not next year, but it is coming. We are going to see a more equitable distribution of the location of special education students across the district. I have a huge problem when we start concentrating large numbers in a school to the point that we are creating a special education school. So just know that at some point that is going to be something that will occur and we will talk about it well in advance of it happening. That was all, Dr. Hodges.

Comm. Hodges: That concludes my report.

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Comm. Muhammad: The policy committee met on Thursday, January 7, at 4:00 p.m. Board members is attendance were Comm. Hodges, Comm. Inoa, and myself. Staff members present were Dr. Evans, Mr. Ray Gonzalez, and Mr. Michael Smith. I gave a full report of this meeting at the workshop and provided copies to the Board. In summary, the committee discussed the following policies for first reading: #2220.2, #2412, #2415, #2415.01, #2415.20, #2423, #2430, #2440, and #2481. There are two policies being abolished, #2431 and #2431.1, because they have been incorporated into Policy #2430, co-curricular and athletic activities. Also, we are reintroducing Policy #5460 on high school graduation. Dr. Evans invited Mr. Gonzalez to the meeting to explain the revisions to this policy which dealt mainly with the new Department of Education requirements that will be phased in over the next few years. There was discussion concerning financial literacy and Dr. Hodges will be proposing a policy that it will be required in every grade year. Mr. Gonzalez also indicated that further guidance is coming from the state. Also, the committee will be receiving documentation regarding the new SRA approach and how it is being carried out. Dr. Evans proceeded to explain how this information will be disseminated to the parents. Dr. Evans outlined all the revisions to the nine policies in series 2000 that are on the agenda for first reading. Since our workshop meeting we all received the revisions of Policy #2220.2 that deals with grammar. They have been incorporated. The committee was given the latest policy alert from Strauss Esmay which contains several policies for updating. The committee agreed to present the policies you see in this resolution for first reading. Since this is first reading, if there are any further suggestions or changes you may want to send them to me. The public will have a chance to comment on our next workshop session. Our meeting adjourned approximately at 4:55. That is my report. May I have a motion?

Comm. Muhammad reported that the Policy Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution No. E-1:

Resolution No. E-1

WHEREAS, the Paterson Board of Education Policy Manual receives periodic revisions and additions; and

WHEREAS, the Policy Committee has reviewed policies for submission to the Board for first reading; and

WHEREAS, a special public comment session will be held at the February workshop meeting on said policies; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the following policies for first reading:

2220.2 Academic Standards in Grammar, Numeration and Writing 2412 Home Instruction Due to Health Condition (M) 2415 Title I Services (M) 2415.01 No Child Left Behind Programs – Academic Standards, Academic Assessments and Accountability (M) 2415.20 No Child Left Behind Complaints (M) 2430 Co-Curricular and Athletic Activities (M) 2440 Summer School 2481 Home or Out-of-School Instruction for General Education Pupils (M)

Page 71 01/20/10 5460 High School Graduation (M)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Policy 2431 Athletic Competition and 2431.1 Athletic and Extracurricular Activities Eligibility be abolished because they were combined with Policy 2430; and be it

FINALLY RESOLVED, that in the event any policy, part of a policy or section of the bylaws is judged to be inconsistent with law or inoperative by a court of competent jurisdiction or is invalidated by a policy or contract duly adopted by the State District Superintendent or Board of Education, the remaining bylaws, policies, and parts of policies shall remain in full effect.

It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Inoa that Resolution No. E-1 be adopted. On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Gonzalez: Yes.

Comm. Hodges: No.

Comm. Inoa: Yes.

Comm. Muhammad: Yes.

Comm. Rodriguez: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: Yes.

Comm. Kerr: Yes.

The motion carried.

Items Requiring Acknowledgement of Review and Comments

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Comm. Taylor: The personnel committee met on January 11, 2010 starting at 5:00 p.m. Dr. Hodges took up some time for me. I didn't arrive until 5:20 and I began to do the presiding after that. Dr. Hodges and I were the only two of our committee that were there. Ms. Muhammad and Mr. Gonzalez were absent and excused. Staff present was Ms. Marysol Berrios and Mr. Luis Rojas. We reviewed and discussed the January 2010 personnel agenda. We reviewed all the information in F-1 and made sure and looked at all the areas that we had invited staff to join us, retire, resign, and take on the different departments. We reviewed almost all of that. We discussed and updated the vacancy list. There are 18 vacant teaching positions and we didn't ask for anything this time. Our meeting ended at 6:00 p.m. All of us have the copy of the staffing that Dr. Evans has given to us. That is in place for us to review. Every time we come to the Board new ones are handed out to us. I move that we accept F-1.

Comm. Taylor reported that the Personnel Committee met, reviewed and recommends approval for Resolution Nos. F-1 and F-2:

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WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent recommends the appointment, salary adjustments, transfers, leave of absence approvals, dismissals, contract renewals of tenured and non-tenured employees; and

WHEREAS, the advisory Board of Paterson Public School District has reviewed the recommendation of the State District Superintendent; and

WHEREAS, the advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education has made comments as appropriate; and

WHEREAS, the advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education communicated its expectations that such recommendations are made on a timely basis and include the proposed appointment, transfer, removal or renewal of tenured and non-tenured, certificated and non-certificated personnel in compliance with contractual and/or statutory requirements;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the advisory Board of the Paterson Board of Education acknowledges reviewing and making comments based on the personnel recommendations of the State District Superintendent adopted at the January 20, 2010 Board Meeting.

PERSONNEL

F.1 Motion to acknowledge that the board of the Paterson Public Schools has reviewed the recommendation of the State District Superintendent and made comments as appropriate on the personnel recommendations by the Chief School Administrator including any appointments, transfer removals or renewal of certificated and non-certificated officers and employees. Further, the advisory board communicates its expectations that such recommendations are made on a timely basis and include the proposed appointment, transfer, removal or renewal of tenured and non-tenured, certificated and non-certificated personnel in compliance with contractual and/or statutory requirements. In addition, the State District Superintendent recommends the submission of the County Superintendent applications for emergent hire and the applicant’s attestation that he/she has not been convicted of any disqualifying crime pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A: 6-7.1 et. Seq., N.J.S.A. 18A:39-17 et. Seq., or N.J.S.A. 18A: 6-4 et. Seq.

A. POSITION CONTROL ABOLISH/CREATE

NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION To abolish pc# 5111 Computer Teacher MPACT Academy To abolish pc# 160 Grade 8 Teacher No. 11 To abolish pc# 6653 State Monitor District To create pc# Grade 5 Teacher No. 11 To create pc# Allied Health MPACT Academy The additional Allied Teacher Health Teacher needed to service the increased number of students in the thematic area of

Page 73 01/20/10 Health Careers. This Teacher will enable additional students to complete certification courses in their career area. Health careers are the top job opportunity available. To create pc# Social Studies No. 15 Teacher To create pc# Bilingual Assistant No. 5 To create pc#s (2) Grade 3 Self No. 28 To address the Contained academic needs of Bilingual Classes sixteen third graders Grade 4 Self and twenty fourth Contained graders whose Bilingual Classes ACCESS proficiency scores dictates self- contained bilingual.

POSITION CONTROL ABOLISH/CREATE (CONT.)

NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION To create pcs# (14) 14 new position District As per the State Deputy District Superintendent Superintendent’s Special Assistant To Paterson Public Deputy Schools 2009-2010 Superintendent reorganization plan; Assistant action is requested to Superintendent create 14 new (CFO) positions. Director of Community Engagement Executive Director for Support Services Supervisor of Special Funding Supervisor of Full- Service Schools Supervisor of Theme-based Development Supervisor of G & T Executive Director for Special Programs Supervisor of Assessment

Page 74 01/20/10 Supervisor of Special Education Executive Director of Programs for Students Director of IEP’s/Child Studys/Compliance

To create pc# (1) Preschool Department of Early Position is required to Teacher Specialist Childhood comply with N.J.A.C. teams are mandated to provide intervention and support for preschool children with learning or behavioral difficulties. Not to exceed $60,000.00. To create pc# Grade 7 Teacher Charles J. Riley Due to excessive School overcrowding. To create pc# Instructional No. 18 Due to overcrowding Assistant (Bilingual) Grade 1st Bilingual class room.

POSITION CONTROL ABOLISH/CREATE (CONT.)

NATURE OF ACTION POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION To create pc# School Community Roberto Clemente To provide the Liaison/Attendance School necessary services for Officers the successful operation of attendance procedures at the Roberto Clemente School.

B. RESIGNATIONS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE Malyska, Mary English Teacher Sports Business 10/19/09 Academy Washington, Patricia School Community Department of Student 10/21/09 Liaison Attendance/Special Investigations

C. SUSPENSIONS

D. RETIREMENTS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE

Page 75 01/20/10 Cooper, Lillian Business Education John F. Kennedy HS 1/1/10 Teacher Hernandez, Jaime Bilingual ESL No. 9 7/1/10 Teacher Lopez, Ines Instructional Assistant No. 1 1/1/10 Menar, Raul Math Teacher John F. Kennedy HS 2/1/10 Nebus, Camille Substance Sports Business 2/1/10 Awareness Teacher Academy Polizzotto, James Academic Support New Roberto Clemente 1/1/10 Teacher School

E. TERMINATIONS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE DATE Abd El Hafez, Personal Assistant Norman S. Weir School 10/28/09 Rashad Rowe, Ahmad Cafeteria Monitor Alexander Hamilton 10/29/09 Acadmey

F. NON-RENEWALS

G. LEAVES OF ABSENCE

Page 76 01/20/10 NAME POSITION LOCATION DATE OF LEAVE Anthony, Barbara Music Teacher PANTHER Academy 9/17/09-9/18/09 Bailey, Simone Instructional Assistant No. 1 1/18/10-3/25/10 Brown, Saleemah Grade 1 Teacher` No. 10 9/24/09-10/7/09 Caputo, Jennifer Grade 3 Teacher Edward W. Kilpatrick 3/1/10-3/26/10 School Chichelo, Beth Ann Kindergarten Teacher No. 2 12/10/09-6/30/10 DeLeon, Jannika Senior Specialist Department of Pupil 12/1/09-1/12/10 Secretary Personnel Dinc, Haluk Physical Education No. 10 11/23/09-12/7/09 Teacher Dine Matos, Diane Grade 2 Teacher Alexander Hamilton 10/16/09-4/9/10 Academy Feaster, Bertha Cafeteria Worker Department of Food 11/9/09-2/3/10 Services Flaherty, Angela Grade 3 Teacher No. 14 4/27/10-5/17/10 Hanson, Karen Olga Instructional Assistant Dale Avenue School 10/19/09-10/31/09 Alicia Hendricks, Jamie Instructional Assistant STARS Academy 10/8/09-11/17/09 Hickmon, Helen Reading Teacher Eastside HS 10/13/09-10/16/09 Ivele, Michele Academic Support New Roberto 10/27/09-2/26/10 Teacher Clemente School Kitchen, Aida Luz Math Teacher Department of Early 9/29/09-11/13/09 Childhood Lane, Tammy ESL Teacher No. 24 10/2/09-11/13/09 Leobino, Elaine Math Teacher No. 6 12/1/09-6/30/10 Lopez, James Security Guard B.U.I.L.D. Academy 9/2/09-10/30/09 Lopez, Janice Technology Roberto Clemente 12/10/09-12/31/09 Coordinator School Perez, Idalia Cafeteria Worker Department of Food 11/10/09-12/18/09 Services Purtscher, Aida World Language No. 6 10/13/09-10/21/09 Teacher Sinopoli, Cheryl Math Teacher No. 18 11/16/09-4/29/10 Sucorowski, Christine Science Teacher No. 10 11/10/09-12/18/09 Tencza, Michelle Kindergarten Teacher No. 8 10/07/09-10/16/09

1. LEAVES OF ABSENCE (RETURN TO ACTIVE STATUS)

NAME POSITION LOCATION RETURNED DATE Arrington, Josephine Fiscal Monitor Department of Pupil 7/20/09 Personnel Services Fajardo, Carolina Accountant Department of 10/1/09 Account Harley, Dorothy Grade 5 Teacher No. 8 10/26/09 Jennings, Angela Grade 4 Teacher No. 11 10/1/09 Searfin, Magdalena ESL Teacher No. 18 10/13/09

Page 77 01/20/10 H. APPOINTMENTS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE REPLACING DATE Almodovar, Brenda Social Worker Eastside HS 1/4/10 $52,641.00/MA/ Step 3 Funding Source 204502001046550000 000001 Alstrom, Maxine Grades 6-8 Music No. 6/ Academy 1/4/10 $48,062/BA/ Step 1 Teacher of Performing Funding Source Arts 15130100101006 Becerra, Tanya Cafeteria Monitor No. 5 11/16/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262100000064 Bespalko, Rosalie Principal B.U.I.L.D. 7/1/09 $120,200.00 Academy District Longevity $2600.00 Administrative Longevity $2700.00. BMA/ Step 11 Bessil, Ivonne World Language No. 24 1/4/10 $52,753/BA/Step 11 Teacher Funding Source 15130100101024 Bet, Bryan Academic Support John F. Kennedy 11/23/09 $48,662/ BA/ Step 3 Teacher HS Funding Source 11140100101 Bici, Halimi Business Teacher John F. Kennedy 11/30/09 Replacing Richard $53,842/MA+30/ HS Glueck who resigned. Step 2 Funding Source 16140100101050 Cabrera-Francisco, Social Worker No. 2 12/14/09 Replacing Patricia Carmen Harsell due to $54,692 + 400 retirement. (stipend)/ MA+30/ Step 4 Funding Source 11000219104655 Cardillo, Joann Principal No. 7 11/23/09 $129,500+Longevity $1800.00 Administrative longevity $900.00.

Page 78 01/20/10 BMA+30/ Step 13 Funding Source 15000240103007

APPOINTMENTS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE REPLACING DATE Cockburn, Trishauna Department International HS 1/18/10 $83,600/AMA+30/ Chairperson of Step 5 Mathematics and Funding Source Language Arts 11000221102 DeFigueroa, Maria Cafeteria Monitor No. 1 11/16/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262100000064 Diaz, Carmen Cafeteria Monitor No. 15 11/30/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262107000064 Disla, Gabriela Student Worker Department of 12/4/09 Replacing Victor $7.50/hr. Human Disla Funding Source Resources 11000251110690153 Evans, Irene Special Education No. 18 11/23/09 $54,303/BA/ Step 12 Teacher Funding Source Evering, Dewitt Vice Principal John F. Kennedy 11/16/09 $85,200/BMA/ Step 5 HS District longevity $1,200.00 Funding Source 1500024010305 Fontanella, Paul Teacher Assistant to Paterson 1/4/10 $71,495.00/ MA/ Principal Academy High Step 7 School Funding Source 1542410010106 (.4) 15423100101042 (.3) 154241001011053 (.3) Francica, Donna Physical Education International HS 11/30/09 $48,062/BA/ Step 1 Teacher Funding Source 15140100101055 Garcia Falcon, Ivette Academic Support Eastside HS 11/23/09 Replacing Danyel $49,692/BA/ Step 5 Teacher Cicarelli who was Funding Source promoted. 11140100101 Gayle, Loran Lead Monitor International HS 12/7/09

Page 79 01/20/10 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 110002621070000640 Gonzalez, Edwin Social Worker Roberto 11/30/09 Replacing Vivian $55,202+$400 Clemente School Campos due to (stipend) MA+30/ (.4) retirement. Step 5 B.U.I.L.D. Funding Source Academy (.6) 11000219104655

APPOINTMENTS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE REPLACING DATE Graham, Louise Cafeteria Monitor No. 20 11/18/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 1100026210 Harrold, Dasha Special Education Alexander 11/16/09 $22,000.00 Teacher Hamilton Funding Source Academy 11213100101655 Issa, Lola Lead Monitor John F. Kennedy 11/23/09 $8.75/hr. HS Funding Source 11000262100000064 King, Tenesha Cafeteria Monitor No. 1 11/12/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262100000064 Lelo, Cynthia Permanent Substitute Lester Rutland 11/16/09 $22,000 Teacher Center Funding Source 11214100101655 Medley, Marc Principal No. 10 11/23/09 $91,000/DMA 30/ Step 2 Funding Source 15000240103010 Mills, Chinere SCL/Attendance PANTHER 12/7/09 $11.50/hr. Officer Academy (.3) Funding Source Silk City (.2) 15424211100054 (.3) 15423211100042 (.2) Moody, Zatiti Principal Great Falls 7/1/09 $107,860.00/BMA/ Academy Step 6 District Longevity $900.00 Administrative

Page 80 01/20/10 Longevity $900.00. Funding Source 1100022111020 Pagan, Orlando Grade 7 Social New Roberto 11/23/09 Replacing John $48,062/BA/ Step 1 Studies Teacher Clemente School Kearney who was Funding Source transferred to John F. 15130100101316 Kennedy HS Perrone, Jacquelyn Special Education Silk City 11/30/09 $48,062/ BA/ Step 1 Teacher Academy Funding Source 11213100101655

APPOINTMENTS (CONT.) NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE REPLACING DATE Polanco, Juana SCL/Attendance B.U.I.L.D. 12/7/09 $11.50/hr. Officer Academy Funding Source 11424211100 Rivera, Miguel Permanent Substitute Eastside HS 11/16/09 $22,000 Teacher Funding Source 152401001010510 Rivera, Zaraida Cafeteria Monitor B.U.I.L.D. 11/23/09 $7.75/hr. Academy Funding Source 11000262107000064 Riviello, Joann Assistant 90 Delaware 11/23/09 $147,350.00 Superintendent for Avenue Longevity $2,650.00 School Funding Source Administration 11000221102 Rosa, Maritza Cafeteria Monitor No. 11 11/23/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262107000064 Shaw, Melisa Special Education No. 15 11/23/09 $50,511/BA+30/ Teacher Step 1 Funding Source 20460100101749 Simms, Terrance Trick Driver Department 11/23/09 Wilkins, Kenneth $36,035/ Step 3 Central Stores Funding Source 11000251100627 Sparman, Michael Grade 8 Language No. 6/ Academy 12/7/09 $66,644/MA/ Step 14 Arts Teacher of Performing Funding Source Arts 15130100101006 Stampone, Palma Grade 8 Science New Roberto 11/1/09

Page 81 01/20/10 $48,062/BA/ Step 1 Teacher Clemente School Funding Source 15130100101316 Tarantino, June Music Teacher No. 7 (.5) 11/23/09 $48,662/BA/ Step 3 No. 12 (.5) Funding Source 15130100101007 (.5) 15120100101012 (.5) Torres, Sara Cafeteria Monitor No. 5 12/2/09 $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262100000064 Wade-Williams, Cafeteria Monitor No. 6 Academy 12/2/09 Almenta Performing Arts $7.75/hr. Funding Source 11000262107000064

APPOINTMENTS

NAME POSITION LOCATION EFFECTIVE REPLACING DATE Whitaker, Donald SCL/Attendance Urban Leadership 12/7/09 Replacing Vincent $11.50/hr. Officer Academy Kelly who resigned. Funding Source 15000211100040 Witte Von Brook, Grade 6 Language No. 6/Academy of 12/9/06 thru Temporary leave Dorothy Arts Literacy Teacher Performing Arts 6/30/2010 replacement for $48,062/BA/ Step 1 Marissa Vanderclock Funding Source 15130100101006

I. TRANSFER

NAME FROM: POSITION FROM: LOCATION TO: POSITION TO: LOCATION Addison, Tensha Personal Assistant Alexander Hamilton Instructional Alexander Academy Assistant Hamilton Academy Allen, Roberto Grade 6 Language No. 18 Academic Support No. 15 Arts Teaachr Teacher Brenner, Gail Instructional No. 13 Instructional No. 13 Harvey Assistant Assistant Colatarci, Paul Chief Custodian B No. 13 Chief Custodian A No. 14 Covarrubias, Alvaro School Community No. 24 School Community No. 24 (.6) Liaison Liaison Roberto Clemente (.4) James, Deborah Instructional No. 13 Instructional No. 20 Assistant Assistant Kearney, John Academic Support John F. Kennedy Social Studies John F. Kennedy

Page 82 01/20/10 Teacher HS Teacher HS Kerwien, Donna Grade 4 Teacher B.U.I.L.D. Academy Grades 5 & 6 B.U.I.L.D. Teacher Academy Lopez, Julio Chief Custodian A No. 14 Chief Custodian B No. 13 Lugo, Elizabeth Instructional Alexander Hamilton Personal Assistant Alexander Assistant Academy Hamilton Academy Nickel, Robin Special Education Alternative Middle Special Education No. 7 Teacher School Teacher Norona, Migdalia Instructional No. 2 Instructional No. 15 Assistant Assistant Perez, Esther Personal Assistant No. 28 Bilingual/ESL No. 5 Assistant Ramos, Ruben Academic Support No. 15 Social Studies No. 15 Teacher Teacher Rodriguez, Daniel Chief Custodian B No. 21 Chief Custodian B No. 24 Rosario, Justina Instructional No. 20 Instructional No. 13 Assistant Assistant Spencer, Monica Grade 2 Teacher B.U.I.L.D. Academy Academic Support B.U.I.L.D. Teacher Academy Vasquez, Angel Chief B No. 12 Chief B No. 16/ Great Falls Academy

J. ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION

K. MISCELLANEOUS

POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION NAME Anastasio, Esperanza Supervisor of Department of To hire one (1) Lead Teacher Science Curriculum and for the Saturday Dr. Ronald Instruction McNair Program at School No. 15 from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. 1 Lead Teacher x $40.00 x 5.5 hours x 13 days = $2,860.00. To compensate one (1) Lead Teacher for the Saturday Dr. Ronald McNair Program’s Professional Development at 90 Delaware Avenue on 11/9/09 from 4:40pm to 5:45 pm 1 Lead Teacher x $40.00 x 1.25 hours x 1 day = $50.00. Not to exceed $2,910.00. Bishop, Theresa Home School No. 12 Action to remove from pc# Liaison 3643. She never showed up to work. Removing her from pc# 3643 will allow to hire new

Page 83 01/20/10 employee. Blue Gerald, Janie Cafeteria Monitor No. 19 Request to remove the following part time employee from the edumet database based on no payroll history. Caserta, Sandra Guidance No. 14 To compensate for the Counselor breakfast program as of November 2- June 26 or the school year 2009-2010. 144 days x .75 x $34 per hour= $ 3,672.00. Not to exceed $3,672.00. Chavez, Arelis Spanish Teacher Silk City Academy Adult Education funds to replace Vilma Carranza as a Spanish GED Teacher for 2 hours/day, 3 days/week, @$34/hr. for approximately 28 weeks from 10/26/09-6/18/09 according to the guidelines and procedures of funded programs for FY 2009-2010 continuation of program. Not to exceed $5,718.00. Dorta, Derrick Student Worker John F. Kennedy HS The following Student is no longer working in the district. Request to remove them from the active edumet database

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Gonzalez, Raymond Assistant Department of Action to pay a monthly Superintendent of Curriculum and stipend of $ 2,500.00 from Curriculum and Instruction October 1, 2009 to December Instruction 31, 2009 totaling to $7,500.00 for special projects. Guzman, Benito Vice Principal New Roberto To appoint as Interim Principal Clemente School of New Roberto Clemente School effective Monday, November 18, 2009. Mr. Guzman shall receive a stipend of $850.00 per month while serving in the capacity of Interim Principal as per our Standard Operating Procedures. Heidelberg, Melissa Grade 3 Literacy No. 21 We have since received the Teacher official transcript from Montclair State University conferring the Master Degree

Page 84 01/20/10 has been awarded. Therefore, we are recommending that the salary be adjusted effective September 1, 2009. From BA+30 Step 6 $52,651 to MA Step 6 $54,182 Johnson, Lillian Home Economics Eastside HS In accordance with the 9/3/09 Teacher decision rendered by Arbritrator Timonthy Hundley regarding P.E.A. Grievance No. 07-055, Not to exceed $4,145.00. Jones, Glenda Cafeteria Monitor No. 12 Please remove from pc# 6160. This will allow to hire using the pc# 6160. Jones, Sophia ESL Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Action to restore two (2) personal days to the personal day bank of teaching staff member in settlement of grievance filed by PEA. Kelly, Jacob Military Science Eastside HS To adjust the annual salary for Teacher Mr. Kelly Army JROTC for 2009 as follows: $7,097.00 monthly x 10 months will receive all retro monies due effective 8/17/09.

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Krieger, Donna Grade 4 Math No. 28 To process payment due to Teacher the contractual agreement for the 2009-2010 school year. Retired teachers Donna Krieger pay out 25 sick days @ $492.63 per diem total comp- $12,315.75. Not to exceed $12,315.75. Monteagudo, Sandra Kindergarten ESL Teacher To hire one (1) Bilingual/ESL Teacher Lead Teacher for the Saturday Intensive Spanish/ESL Program at New Roberto Clemente from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. 1 Bilingual/ESL Lead x $40.00 x 5.5. hours x 16 days= $3,520.00. To compensate one (1) Lead Teachers for the Saturday Intensive

Page 85 01/20/10 Spanish/ESL Program Professional Development at 90 Delaware Avenue on 11/9/2009 from 3:45 pm to Oguje, Ezekiel Personal Assistant No. 28 Rescind the reduction in force of Personal Assistant location School No. 28, effective November 16, 2009. Pender, Raymond Crew Leader Adult School To change from Site Crew Teacher Leader Youth Corps to Teacher-Crew Leader in the same PC# 2183. Pincus, Donna Grade 3 Teacher No. 29 To hire a Teacher to substitute for the breakfast program when needed. Puerta, Nohemy Instructional No. 21 To reinstate employment of Assistant (Bilingual) Nohemy Puerta to School No. 21 effective 12/3/09. Ramos, Samuel Chief B Custodian No. 7 Action to temporarily reassign Worker PC# 3809 Chief B To School No. 7 until Mr. Mullins returns from his leave of absence effective November 16, 2009.

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Riviello, Joanne Principal New Roberto To appoint as Interim Assistant Clemente School Superintendent effective Monday, November 23, 2009. Ms. Riviello shall receive a stipend of $1200.00 per month while serving in the capacity of Interim Assistant Superintendent as per our Standard Operating Procedures. Ruiz, Vianel Fabian School Secretary PANTHER Academy Approval for placement on the School Secretary salary guide for Vianel Fabian Ruiz. Said staff member shall be compensated in accordance with the negotiated agreement between PEA and the District at Step 13, at the salary of $31,842.00. Sanchez Medina, Gin D. Science Teacher John F. Kennedy HS To hire as Project Lead the Way High School Mathematics Teacher to attend the Project Lead the Way training in

Page 86 01/20/10 ” Introduction to Engineering Design” at the Rochester Institute of Technology, New York from January 22-31, 2010 utilizing Carl D. Perkins Grant. Mr. Sanchez to be paid 46 hours @ $34.00 per hour not to exceed $1,564.00. Not to exceed $ 1,564.00. Soriano, Delia Special Education No. 14 As full and final settlement of Teacher P.E.A. Grievance No. 08-117, restore the 2009-2010 employment and adjustment increments of Delia Soriano, retroactive to July 1, 2009. Not to exceed $1,578.00. Smeltzer, Carol Labor Relations Department of Labor Action to reclassify PC# 9172 Officer Relations from Interim Director of Secondary Education to Director of Non- Traditional Program and to appoint Carol Smeltzer, Esq. as Interim Director of Non-Traditional Program. Monthly stipend of $800.00 to continue until position of Director of Non- Traditional Programs is permanently filled. Effective 10/1/09.

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION DISCUSSION Weir, Thomas Grade 5 Teacher No. 15 As full and final settlement of PEA Grievance No. 04-57, restore the 2005-2006 employment and adjustment increments, retroactive to July 1, 2005. Not to exceed $117,137.00. Zulauf, Brad Grade 8 Language No. 6/ Academy Request the University that the Arts Teacher Performing Arts Master Degree was obtained from was not listed as an accredited University. In addition, did not possess a standard certification. The American Intercontinental University is accredited and effective December 2008 he obtained a standard

Page 87 01/20/10 certification. Therefore, we are recommending that his salary be adjusted as follows. February 1, 2009- June 30, 2009 he should be paid on MA+30 step 5 $55,202 September 1, 2009-present he should be paid on MA+30 step 6 $$55,712.00.

Action to rescind Personnel Transaction #852

To amend Personnel Transaction #321 to compensate 2 additional Teachers for training, planning and meeting for Novice and Veteran Teachers. Not to exceed $6,800.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Dixon, Henry System Analyst Assistant Superintendent Academy Program/NCLB Wellins, Kristy Technology Teacher New Roberto Clemente

Substitute Teachers are needed for the Before School Program and Middle School Institute program stating the week of November 16, 2009 account # 20.461.100.176.653.012.0000.001 not to exceed $18,300.00, account # 20.455.100.101.653.012.0000.001 not to exceed $59,400.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Ashe, Beatriz World Language Teacher No. 12 Blank, Cathy Grade 2 Teacher No. 12 Chlupsa, Shiela Interdisciplinary Coach No. 12 Gordon, Patricia Library Media Specialist No. 12 Iannacone, Lisa Special Education Teacher No. 12 Lake, Paul Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 12 Lyle, Richard Grades 6-8 Math Teacher No. 12 Marren, Maryanne Grade 1 Teacher No. 12 McClam, Mary Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 12 Osback, Laurie Grade 5 Teacher No. 12

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Small, Cherone Academic Support Teacher No. 12 Sutter, Sean Academic Support Teacher No. 12

To amend Personnel Transaction #1008 to compensate eight (8) additional Teachers for Mentor Teacher Training during the 2009-2010 school year. Eight (8) Teachers x 2 hours at a rate of $34.00 per hour = $544.00 not to exceed $544.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alada, Olanrewagju Special Education Teacher Great Falls Academy Fraser, Angela Special Education Teacher International High School

Page 88 01/20/10 Gorga, Rayna Physical Education Teacher No. 18 Kopic, Rosa Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 7 Lagos, Virginia Interdisciplinary Coach New Roberto Clemente Mulvihill, Elissa Grade 8 Language Arts No. 18 Teacher Newby, Paulette Special Education Teacher No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Throm, Anna Science Teacher International High School

To compensate four (4) trainers to conduct Workshops for Professional Development Secretarial Training as per PEA Contract. Planning, Meeting and Instruction will take place during 2009-2010 school year. Not to exceed $2,550.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Dixon, Henry System Analyst Department Assistant Superintendent Academy Program/NCLB Jackson, Mark System Analyst Department of Curriculum and Instruction Ligon, Slvia Business Education Teacher Eastside High School Wellins, Kristy Technology Teacher New Roberto Clemente

The Equivalency Committee met in October, 2009 to review request for salary adjustments based on additional earned credits. The committee has submitted recommendations to the Assistant Superintendent for Operations, Marysol Berrios, to adjust salaries for staff outlined based on earned credits retroactive to September 1, 2009.

NAME LEVEL LEVEL STEP STEP SALARY SALARY EFFECTIVE FROM TO FROM TO FROM TO DATE Baker, Nikki III IV 08 08 $30,634 $32,810 9/1/09 Bugg, I III 14 14 $40,471 $44,982 9/1/09 Sharrieff Elridge, IV V 10 10 $40,618 $41,229 9/1/09 Waker James, III IV 9 9 $31,503 $33,679 9/1/09 Deborah Pajuelo, III IV 11 11 $39,691 $41,939 9/1/09 Frank Walsh, Joan IV V 14 14 $47,594 $48,254 9/1/09

To hire two (2) Lead Teachers for the Literacy Institute & Inquiry Based Saturday Programs, one Lead Teacher at each site, New Roberto Clemente and School No. 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm two (2) Teachers x $40.00 x 5.5 hours x 16 days = $7,040.00 To compensate two (2) Lead Teachers for the Literacy Institute & Inquiry Based Saturday Programs Professional Development to be held at 90 Delaware Avenue on November 9, 2009 from 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm two (2) Teachers x $40.00 x 2 hours x 1 day = $160.00. Not to exceed $7,200.00.

Page 89 01/20/10 MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Sullivan, Margaraite Instructional District Wide Department of Curriculum and Coach Instruction LiVecchi, Joseph Social Studies Teacher Eastside High School

To hire staff for the Before School Program starting week of November 15, 2009 through May 31, 2009. Teachers will work 3 hours per week, 3 days per week. 6 Teachers x 3 hours x 3 days x 25 weeks = $15,300.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Calizaya, David Bilingual Teacher No. 12 Conyers, Anissa Grade 3 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher Fede, Michael Grade 7Math Teacher No. 12 Francisco, Maria Grades K-5 Physical No. 12 Education Teacher Nichols, Penny Special Education Teacher No. 12 Uttel, Dawn Grade 5 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher

To hire six (6) Teachers needed to work in the Credit Recovery Program at Eastside High School. To work two hours per day (3:30-5:30 pm) at $34.00 per hour (Monday-Thursday) as needed. Program effective dates November 15, 2009- June 22, 2010. Not to exceed $45,696.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Aburmeilih, Kahmis Science Teacher Eastside HS Avino, James English Teacher Eastside HS Haddad, Violla Math Teacher Eastside HS Jackson, Toni Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Olivera, Sonia Student Worker Eastside HS Smith, Mary Carol Special Education Teacher Eastside HS

To hire twelve (12) staff members needed to work in the Rebound Program at Eastside High School. To work 3.5 hours per day at $34.00 per hour (Monday-Friday) as needed. The combined total hours not to exceed 84 hours per week. To hire the same twelve (12) Teachers to act as substitutes when needed in the Rebound Program at Eastside High School at a rate $34.00 per hour: Total personnel submitted twelve (12). To hire three (3) Teachers to act as a substitute when needed in the The Rebound/Twilight Program at Eastside High School at a rate of $34.00. a hour. The Rebound/Twilight Program at Eastside High School will begin on November 2nd 2009 and end June 22, 2010. Not to exceed $78,394.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Alea-Schlichting, Ana Science Teacher Eastside HS Ayers, Samuel Math Teacher Eastside HS Badea, Marilena Guidance Counselor Eastside HS Conforti, Biagio Physical Education Teacher HARP Academy Hagedorn, Jay Social Studies Teacher Eastside HS

Page 90 01/20/10 Hatchell, Lucinda Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Hearns, Kenya Physical Education Teacher Eastside HS Hobbs, Carolyn Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Orsini, Brian English Teacher Eastside HS Polanco, Omar Physical Education/Health Eastside HS Bilingual Teacher Roland, Marty Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Smith, Mary Carol Special Education Teacher Eastside HS

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To hire six (6) Instructional Assistants needed to work in the Credit Recovery/Rebound/Twilight Program at Eastside High School and to work a minimum of 6 hours per week at $24.00 an hour. To hire same six (6) Instructional Assistants to act as substitutes when Rebound/Twilight program at Eastside High School at a rater of $24.00 an hour: Total personnel submitted six (6). The Rebound/Twilight Program at Eastside High School will begin on November 9, 2009 and end June 22, 2010. Not to exceed $32,256.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Bryant, Chivonne Instructional Assistant Eastside HS Cobb, Donna Instructional Assistant Eastside HS Freeman, Heidi Instructional Assistant Eastside HS Fuller, Stacy Instructional Assistant Eastside HS Genao, Alba Instructional Assistant Eastside HS Noble, Shirley Instructional Assistant Eastside HS

To hire two (2) Administrators to work on separate nights as Administrators in the Rebound/Twilight Program at Eastside High School and to work a maximum of the 17.5 hours per at $40.00 an hour: To hire three (3) Administrators to act as substitutes when needed in the Rebound/Twilight Program at Eastside High School at a rate of $40.00 and hour. Not to exceed $22,400.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Cotto, Florita Vice Principal Eastside HS Super, John Supervisor- Department Head Eastside HS Perkins, Horace (sub) Supervisor Eastside HS Guzman, Raul (sub) Supervisor Eastside HS Thompson, Nicolette Supervisor Eastside HS

An addendum for Personnel Transaction #1004 to compensate (3) three District Wide Instructional Coaches to coordinate extended day and extended week academic support programs. Start date: November 1, 2009 end date: June 30, 2010 3 Teachers @ $34 x 300 hours (Up to and not to exceed hours each) = $30,600. To compensate (2) Interdisciplinary Math Coaches to coordinate extended academic support program (2) Teacher @ $34.00 x 40 hours each (Up to and to exceed 80 total hours) = $2,720.00 Not to exceed $33,320.00.

Page 91 01/20/10 NAME POSITION LOCATION Alonso-Zottarelli, Irene District Wide Instruction Department of Curriculum Coaches and Instruction Bendziewica, J. Frank District Wide Instruction Department of Curriculum Coaches and Instruction Goodreau, Jenna District Wide Instruction Department of Curriculum Coaches and Instruction Route, Rita Interdisciplinary Math Coach Department of Curriculum and Instruction Tsimpedes, Joanna Interdisciplinary Math Coach No. 27

To hire two (2) Library Media Specialist Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute, one for each site, New Roberto Clemente and School No. 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Two (2) Teachers x $ 34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $4,896.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Capoor, Robin English Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Oslizly, Barbara Library Media Specialist No. 2

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The Equivalency Committee met in November 2009 to review requests for salary adjustments based on additional credits/degree earned. The committee is recommending that the ninety-two employee’s salaries be adjusted to reflect the matrix retroactive to September 1, 2009.

From From From To To To NAME Level Step Salary Level Step Salary Ashe, Beatriz BA 4 $49,182 BA+30 4 $51,631 Cerino, Maria Christine BA 4 $49,182 BA+30 4 $51,631 Hansen, Theresa BA 11 $52,753 BA+30 11 $55,202 Hernandez, Jessica BA 7 $50,173 BA+30 7 $53,162 Kelley, Valerie R. BA 8 $51,223 BA+30 8 $53,672 Keonte, Heru BA 5 $49,692 BA+30 5 $52,141 Le-Grand-Christmas, Dori BA 13 $27,965 BA+30 13 $58,380 Lepiani, Belkis BA 14 $62,665 BA+30 14 $65,114 Llanos, Ricardo BA 11 $52,753 BA+30 11 $55,202 McKeon, John C. BA 12 $54,303 BA+30 12 $56,752 Moran, Veronica BA 6 $50,203 BA+30 6 $52,651 Nero, Tiaheshia BA 5 $49,692 BA+30 5 $52,141 Newman, Virginia Ann BA 11 $52,753 BA+30 11 $55,202 Phillips, Jamie S. BA 7 $50,173 BA+30 7 $53,162 Ramos, Maria C. BA 7 $50,713 BA+30 7 $53,162 Ross, Maria Evelyn BA 13 $55,931 BA+30 13 $58,380 Ruiz, Beatrice N. BA 3 $48,662 BA+30 3 $51,111 Seidler, Blair BA 5 $49,692 BA+30 5 $52,141

Page 92 01/20/10 Snell-Yancey, Taya BA 10 $52,243 BA+30 10 $54,692 Zimmermann, Christina Marie BA 13 $55,931 BA+30 13 $58,380

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

From From From To To To Last, First Name Level Step Salary Level Step Salary Belizaire, Leiah Jackson BA 9 $51,733 MA 9 $55,712 Castanteen, Candida BA 10 $52,243 MA 10 $56,223 Celso, Laura BA+30 4 $51,631 MA 4 $53,162 Chadderton, Cheryl Ann BA+30 12 $56,752 MA 12 $58,283 Cobb, Lori S. BA 5 $49,692 MA 5 $53,672 Darden, Samantha BA+30 5 $52,141 MA 5 $53,672 David, Temitope J. BA+30 4 $51,631 MA 4 $53,162 Dominguez, Sandra BA+30 10 $54,692 MA 10 $56,223 Errity, Maureen A. BA 11 $52,753 MA 11 $56,733 Friedman, Melissa Robin BA+30 3 $51,111 MA 3 $52,641 Gillespie, Lizandaa BA+30 9 $54,182 MA 9 $55,712 Giordano, Lindsay Ann BA+30 5 $52,141 MA 5 $53,672 Graber, Christopher BA+30 11 $55,202 MA 11 $56,733 Havrilla, Thomas BA+30 4 $51,631 MA 4 $53,162 Henry, Kanene BA+30 9 $54,182 MA 9 $55,712 Hill, Shakeena BA 5 $49,692 MA 5 $53,672 Levendusky, Elaine M. BA+30 17 $93,267 MA 17 $95,192 Narvaez, Claudia C. BA+30 10 $54,692 MA 10 $56,223 O'Hare, Jennifer BA 11 $52,753 MA 11 $56,733 Paino, Tara Lynn BA+30 4 $51,631 MA 4 $53,162 Rando, Linda A. BA+30 17 $93,627 MA 17 $95,192 Rinaggio, Karen BA 17 $91,122 MA 17 $95,192 Small, Cherone L. BA+30 6 $52,651 MA 6 $54,182 Smallheer, Joseph C. BA 14 $62,665 MA 14 $66,644 Strumolo, Maribeth BA 17 $91,122 MA 17 $95,192 Tomlinson, Venita M. BA+30 11 $55,202 MA 11 $56,733 Vargas, Candice Paige BA 6 $50,203 MA 6 $54,182 Watley, Rolando BA+30 3 $51,111 MA 3 $52,641 Wilson, Tai D. BA 3 $48,662 MA 3 $52,641

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From From From To To To Last Name, First Name Level Step Salary Level Step Salary Alfano, Kristine Lauren MA 10 $56,233 MA+30 10 $57,753 Apaza, Luis A. BA+30 9 $54,182 MA+30 9 $57,243

Page 93 01/20/10 Bashir, Safiya MA 11 $56,733 MA+30 11 $58,263 Blake, Nancy MA 14 $66,644 MA+30 14 $68,175 Brown, Antoinette MA 5 $53,672 MA+30 5 $55,202 Fabor, Christopher MA 9 $55,712 MA+30 9 $57,243 Fernandez-De Miguel, Juan Luis MA 7 $54,692 MA+30 7 $56,223 Fleming, Kelly Ann MA 17 $95,192 MA+30 17 $96,758 Galeos, Olympia MA 8 $55,202 MA+30 8 $56,733 Hampton, Nicole Renee BA+30 9 $54,182 MA+30 9 $57,243 Hanna, Marian MA 5 $53,672 MA+30 5 $55,202 Henry, Vernon A. MA 15 $76,338 MA+30 15 $77,868 Hunt, Michael MA 7 $54,692 MA+30 7 $56,223 Kamara-Taylor, Akmed MA 7 $54,692 MA+30 7 $56,223 Korzinek, Pamela BA+30 5 $52,141 MA+30 5 $55,202 Krisak, Mary Ellen BA+30 17 $93,627 MA+30 17 $96,758 Miktus, Matthew J. MA 16 $95,192 MA+30 16 $96,758 Mooring, Jessica BA+30 9 $54,182 MA+30 9 $57,243 O'Kane, Joseph BA+30 7 $53,162 MA+30 7 $56,223 Palacio, Luis F. MA 4 $53,162 MA+30 4 $54,692 Ramdath, Kenrick MA 17 $95,192 MA+30 17 $96,758 Rodriguez, Enitza MA 17 $95,192 MA+30 17 $96,758 Romaniello, Annette MA 17 $95,192 MA+30 17 $96,758 Saleem, Hafiz M. MA 5 $53,672 MA+30 5 $55,202 Schaefer, Thomas MA 13 $59,910 MA+30 13 $61,441 Serrano, Vanessa MA 10 $56,223 MA+30 10 $57,753 Sideris, Sophia Maria MA 6 $54,182 MA+30 6 $55,712 Tartaglia, Marlene BA+30 9 $54,182 MA+30 9 $57,243 Taylor, Geri Lyn MA 10 $56,223 MA+30 10 $57,753 Weitzman, Elba I MA 17 $95,192 MA+30 17 $96,758

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To hire eleven (11) Teachers for the Saturday Dr. Ronald McNair Program at School No. 15 from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. 11 Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $26,928.00. To compensate eleven (11) Teachers for the Saturday Dr. Ronald McNair Program at School No. 15, for Professional Development on 11/10/2009 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm 11 Teachers x $34.00 x 2 hours x 1 day = $748.00. Not to exceed $ 27,676.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Palacio, Johan Art Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy Miranda, Carlos Grade 8 Science Teacher No. 9 Szalay, Paulette Grades 6-8 Science Teacher No. 15 Parnham, Nanette Science Teacher No. 20

Page 94 01/20/10 Walker, Madelynn Academic Support Teacher B.U.I.L.D. Academy Grilk, Brian Science Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Tarant, Lynn Grade 7 Science Teacher No. 9 Schwegler-Cella, Heidi Grades 6-8 New Roberto Clemente School Sterling-Laldee, Sara Grade 5-8 Science Teacher No. 2` Medina-Lewko, Roxanne Technology Coordinator No. 15 Yilmaz-Thornton, Dorothy Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 18 Todhe, Mary (sub) Science Teacher HARP Academy

To hire four (4) ESL Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute, two (2) for each site, New Roberto Clemente and School 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm Four (4) Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $9,792.00. To compensate for (4) ESL Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute Professional Development at New Roberto Clemente on 11/10/09 from 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm. Four (4) Teachers x $34.00 x 2 hours x 1 day = $272. Not to exceed $10,064.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Amaro, Johanna BSCA/Supplemental ESL Eastside HS Teacher Cobos, John Grade 8 Language Arts No. 4 Teacher Ortega, Eugenia BSI Teacher Adult School Rodriguez, Carlita Special Education Teacher No. 18

To hire three (3) Resource Teachers for the Saturday Literary Institute, at New Roberto Clemente and School 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Three (3) Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $7,344.00. Not to exceed $7,344.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Compitello, Gina LDTC Department of Pupil Personnel Services Irizarry, Aida Special Education Teacher No. 6/ Academy of Performing Arts Ortiz, Ramon Special Education Teacher New Roberto Clemente

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To hire twenty-seven (27) Language Arts/Literacy Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute at New Roberto Clemente and School No. 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Twenty –seven (27) Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $66,096.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Allen, Charlene Special Education Teacher No. 12 Anderson, Heather Kindergarten Teacher New Roberto Clemente Brown, Lakeyba Grade 8 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher

Page 95 01/20/10 Bryant, Bernadette Family & Consumer Science No. 3 Teacher Charles, Kelly Special Education Teacher New Roberto Clemente DelRosso, Irene Interdisciplinary Instruction Assistant Superintendent Coach Academy Program/NCLB Vizcaino, Katherine Interdisciplinary Instruction No. 4 Coach Eyzaguirre, Michelle Academic Support Teacher No. 9 Garcia, Victoria Grade 3 Teacher Martin Luther King School Gilmore, Donna Grade 6 Literacy Teacher New Roberto Clemente Goodreau, Jenna Interdisciplinary Instruction Assistant Superintendent Coach Academy Program/NCLB Hogans, Kelly Grade 4 Teacher No. 18 Iannacone Toscano, Lisa Special Education Teacher No. 12 Johnson, Kathleen Grade 6 Language Arts No. 9 Teacher Lape, Beverly Grade 6 Language Arts B.U.I.L.D. Academy Teacher Martyn, Lisa Grade 7 Language Arts New Roberto Clemente Teacher School Murrary, Bernadett Special Education Teacher No. 9 Nenadich, Marjory Grades 6 & 7 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher Olsen, Nicole Grade 4 Teacher Martin Luther King School OSback, Laura Grade 5 Teacher No. 12 Rodwell, Kevin Grade 5 Literacy Teacher New Roberto Clemente Romney, Keya Special Education Teacher No. 12 Sklar, Phyllis Special Education Teacher No. 12` Toth, Antonietta Grade 8 Literacy Teacher New Roberto Clemente Tubil, Lourdes Grade 7 Teacher No. 25 Vysotsky, Julie Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Adams, Philomena (sub) Special Education Teacher New Roberto Clemente Albert, Louise (sub) Interdisciplinary Coach No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Chapman, Jody (sub) Special Education Teacher No. 9

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To compensate twenty-seven (27) Language Arts/ Literacy Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute at New Roberto Clemente for Professional Development on 11/10/09 from 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm 27 Teachers x $34.00 x 2 hours x 1 day = $1,836.00. Not to exceed $ 67,932.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Adams, Philomena (sub) Special Education Teacher New Roberto Clemente Albert, Louise (sub) Interdisciplinary Coach No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Allen, Charlene Special Education Teacher No. 12 Anderson, Heather Kindergarten Teacher New Roberto Clemente Brown, Lakeyba Grade 8 Language Arts No. 12

Page 96 01/20/10 Teacher Bryant, Bernadette Family & Consumer Science No. 3 Teacher Chapman, Jody (sub) Special Education Teacher No. 9 Charles, Kelly Special Education Teacher New Roberto Clemente DelRosso, Irene Interdisciplinary Instruction Assistant Superintendent Coach Academy Program/NCLB Eyzaguirre, Michelle Academic Support Teacher No. 9 Garcia, Victoria Grade 3 Teacher Martin Luther King School Gilmore, Donna Grade 6 Literacy Teacher New Roberto Clemente Goodreau, Jenna Interdisciplinary Instruction Assistant Superintendent Coach Academy Program/NCLB Hogans, Kelly Grade 4 Teacher No. 18 Iannacone Toscano, Lisa Special Education Teacher No. 12 Johnson, Kathleen Grade 6 Language Arts No. 9 Teacher Lape, Beverly Grade 6 Language Arts B.U.I.L.D. Academy Teacher Martyn, Lisa Grade 7 Language Arts New Roberto Clemente Teacher School Murrary, Bernadett Special Education Teacher No. 9 Nenadich, Marjory Grades 6 & 7 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher Olsen, Nicole Grade 4 Teacher Martin Luther King School OSback, Laura Grade 5 Teacher No. 12 Rodwell, Kevin Grade 5 Literacy Teacher New Roberto Clemente Romney, Keya Special Education Teacher No. 12 Sklar, Phyllis Special Education Teacher No. 12` Toth, Antonietta Grade 8 Literacy Teacher New Roberto Clemente Tubil, Lourdes Grade 7 Teacher No. 25 Vizcaino, Katherine Interdisciplinary Instruction No. 4 Coach Vysotsky, Julie Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To hire four (4) Bilingual/ESL Teachers for the Saturday Intensive Spanish/ESL Program at New Roberto Clemente from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am. to 12:30 pm. Four (4) Bilingual/ESL Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $9,792.00. To compensate for (4) Teachers for the Saturday Intensive Spanish/ESL Program’s Professional Development at 90 Delaware Avenue on 11/9 & 11/10/2009 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm – Four (4) Teachers x $34.00 x 2 hours x 2 days = $544.00. Not to exceed $10,336.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Cruz, Jorge Developmental ESL Teacher Eastside HS Hernandez, Norma Bilingual Teacher No. 15 Lynch, Patsy ESL Teacher Martin Luther King School Verano, Julio ESL Teacher No. 15

Page 97 01/20/10 To hire two (2) Instructional Assistant for the Saturday intensive Spanish/ESL Program at New Roberto Clemente fron November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Two (2) Instructional Assistants x $24.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $3,456.0. Not to exceed $3,456.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Norona, Migdalia Instructional Assistant No. 15 Razzak, Eva Instructional Assistant No. 18

To hire two (2) Instructional Assistants for the Saturday Dr. Ronald McNair Program for grades 6,7, & 8 at School No. 15 from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Two (2) Instructional Assistants x $ 24.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $3,456.00. Not to exceed $3,456.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Lopez, Pedro Instructional Assistant John F. Kennedy HS Perez, Esther Instructional Assistant No. 5 Salazar, Boris (sub) Instructional Assistant No. 5

To hire six (6) Instructional Assistants for the Saturday Literacy Institute, three (3) for each site, New Roberto Clemente and School No. 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Six (6) Instructional Assistant x $24.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $10,368.00. Not to exceed $ 10,368.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Arturo, Shirley Instructional Assistant New Roberto Clemente Callegari, Belitza Instructional Assistant No. 1 Choudhury, Nasima Instructional Assistants No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Francis, Ashona Instructional Assistant No. 9 Moya, Michele Instructional Assistant Martin Luther King School Sandoval, Mauricio Instructional Assistant No. 18

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

In accordance to Article XI of the PFSA Contract Agreement, employees classified as FSM1, FSM2, FSM3, FSE1, FSE2, and FSE3 during the 2009-2010 school year are entitled to received a uniform allowance of $375.00, and, as a result of an arbitration settlement with the PFSA, employees classified as FSE4 are entitled to receive a uniform allowance of $175.00. Not to exceed $55,475.00.

Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt. Abril, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $ 375.00

Acosta, Juana Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $ 375.00 Aguilar, Jeanette Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $ 375.00 Alcalde, Nancy Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Alcantara, Luisa Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

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Amer, Nimeh Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Argumaniz, Yolanda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Arnao, Tomas Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Arrieta, Lourdes Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Arroyo, Wanda Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Bannister, Bessie Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Bannister, Terry Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Barca, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Beco, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Belliard, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Beneitez, Isabel Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Berrio, Doris Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Bethea, Rita Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Blount, Laura Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Blue, Gwendolyn Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Brito, Rosa Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Bruno, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Cahuana, Milagros Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00 Cepero, Ofelia Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00 MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Chavieri, Carolina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Chavis, Annie Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Chavis, Betty Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Clark, Martha Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Class, Janet Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00 Collado, Elizabeth Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active

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Collazo, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Colon, Nerida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Conforti, Gesualda Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Cooks, Joan Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Cortes, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Cox, Holly Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Cruz, Maria Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Davalos, Juana Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Davis, Mary Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

De Coba, Martha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Delgado, Margarito Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Delgado, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

DelSardo, Emma Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Demir, Vesile Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Diaz, Adalgiza Cook/Manager FSM1 Active $375.00

Diaz, Isaura Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Didio, Mirella Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Dimichino, Lisa Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

DiTaranta, Antonia Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Dizenzo, Oliva Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Dumas, Sherry Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Edwards, Hazel Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Elguera, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

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Ellis, Frances Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Exum, Marilyn Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Feaster, Bertha Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Fernandez, Miladys Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Ferrandans, Estela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Floyd, Joyce Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Foreman, Bertha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Formentin, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Gamarra, Beatrice Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Gamble, Elaine Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Garcia, Esther Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Gelir, Fatma Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Gianella, Joanna Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Gonzalez, Darlene Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Grimes, Selma Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Gutierrez, Paulina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Guzman, Susana Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Hall, Lena Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Haywood, Dollina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Herarte, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Hermon, Bernice Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Hernandez, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Heyman, Pauline Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

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Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Hickmon, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Hicks-Wilson, Lillie Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Hidalgo, Mercedes Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Hopkins, Crystal Cafeteria Worker FES4 Active $175.00

Howard, Debbie Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Ingraffia, Olga Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Irrizarri, Agripina Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Jackson, Tina Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Jarido, Rachel Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Johnson, Sarah Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Kearney, Josephine Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Kirby, Louise Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Lagos, Aracely Cook/Manager FSM1 Active $375.00

Lagos, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Lawton, Eva Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Legette, Daisy Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Lemon, Anette Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Lowery, Annie Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Ludena, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Lugo, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Maine-Jones, Connie Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Mayes, Albertha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Mc Guire, Carrie Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00 McCrae, Tawana Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active

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McDaniel, Curlyphine Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $175.00

McDowell, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

McKinnon, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

McKinnon, Timothy Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

McPherson, Latoya Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

McPherson, Nadine Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

McPherson, Sandra Cook/Manager FSM1 Active $375.00

McPherson, Sonia Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Medina, Alicia Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Medina, Ana Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Medina, Valentina Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Medley, Brenda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Mendez, Victoria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Meyer, Claudia Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Miranda, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Molina, Patricia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Morrison, Robin Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Nativo, Ana Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Ortiz, Josefina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Pacheco, Wanda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Pareja, Gladys Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Parker, Annie Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Pelosi, Domenica Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

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Perez, Francisca Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Perez, Idalia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Perez, Rosmaris Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Petgrave-Tate, Vivian Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Petrazzuolo, Vincenza Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Pierson, Yakima Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Pomales, Aracelis Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Pryor, Gladys Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Pulgarin, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Quiles, Petrona Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Ramierez, Carmela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Ramos, Vilma Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00

Reece, Mary Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Rios, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Roche, Nancy Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Rodriquez, Adela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rodriquez, Margarita Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rodriquez, Ysabel Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rosa, Yolanda Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Rosado, Marleny Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rosado, Nelida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rosario, Alba Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rosario, Belkis Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00 Rosario, Hilda Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active

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Roseboro, Millie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00 Roseboro, Sonia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Rubina, Isabel Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Russo, Orazia Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Salce, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $375.00

Sanchez, Lucy Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $375.00

Silva, Teresa Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Simmons, Joanne Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Slater, Teresa Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Smith, Joan Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $375.00

Sosa, Juana Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $175.00

Spina, Luisa Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $375.00

Stampone, Margerite Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $375.00 Stevanoski, Grozda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00

Stubbs, Mattie Mae Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $ 375.00 Sykes, Shirley Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $ 375.00 Tavarez, Brenda Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $ 375.00 Torres, Nelly Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Townes, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Vasquez, Julia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Vega, Lillian Cafeteria Worker FSE3 Active $ 375.00 Velez, Aida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Verdina, Nicole Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Vergara, Madeline Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $ 375.00 Vidal, Cecilia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Warren, Wanda R Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Wash, Fannie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Wells-Shepperson, Delores Cook/Manager FSM2 Active $ 375.00 Wheeler, Shirley Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $ 375.00 Williams, Hattie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $ 175.00 Williams, Vivian Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $ 375.00

Page 105 01/20/10 Wilson, Betty Cook/Manager FSM3 Active $ 375.00 Wilson, Maureen Cafeteria Worker FSE2 Active $ 375.00 Wright, Julia Cafeteria Worker FSE1 Active $ 375.00 Total 181 Foodservice Employees $ 55,475.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

As per an arbitration award rendered by Mr. Martin Scheinman, Esq. on July 29, 2009, all active and non-active Food Service Employees classified as FSE4 during the 2007-2008 school year are entitled to receive a uniform allowance of $200.00 per employee. A total of 85 employees are entitled to receive this allowance. Not to exceed $17,000.00.

Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Abanto, Mercedes Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Alcalde, Nancy Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Amer, Nimeh Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Argumaniz, Yolanda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Arnao, Tomas Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Arrieta, Lourdes Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Beco, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Belliard, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Berberena, Norma Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Cahuana, Milagros Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Celestin, Gladys Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Chavieri, Carolina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Class, Janet Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Collazo, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Colon, Nerida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Cortes, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Cox, Holly Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Davalos, Juana Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

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De Coba, Martha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Delgado, Margarita Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Delgado, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Demir, Vesile Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Ferrandans, Estela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Figueroa, Linda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Foreman, Bertha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Formentin, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Gamble, Elaine Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Glenn, Aletta Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Gutierrez, Paulina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Haywood, Dollina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Herarte, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Hopkins, Crystal Cafeteria Worker FES4 Active $200.00

Kirby, Louise Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Lagos, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Leggett, Nan Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Martinez, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Mayes, Albertha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

McDowell, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

McKinnon, Timothy Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

McPherson, Latoya Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Medley, Brenda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00 Medina, Eugenia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active

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Mendez, Victoria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Miranda, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Molina, Patricia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Montanez, Aglae Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Morales, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Olivo, Marilyn Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Ortiz, Josefina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pacheco, Wanda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pareja, Gladys Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Perez, Francisca Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Perez, Idalia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pierri, Carol Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Pierson, Yakima Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pomales, Aracelis Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Quiles, Petrona Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Ramierez, Carmela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rios, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rivera, Carola Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Rodriquez, Adela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rodriquez, Margarita Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rodriquez, Ysabel Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosado, Marleny Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosado, Nelida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

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Rosario, Alba Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosario, Belkis Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosario, Hilda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Roseboro, Millie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Roseboro, Sonia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rubina, Isabel Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Schillaci, Altagracia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Sosa, Juana Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Stevanoski, Grozda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Taverez, Brenda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Torres, Nelly Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Townes, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Vasquez, Julia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Velez, Aida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Verdina, Nicole Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Vidal, Cecilia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Warren, Wanda R Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Wash, Fannie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Williams, Hattie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Yungaicela, Zoila Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00 85 Cafeteria Total Workers $17,000.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) As per an arbitration award rendered by Mr. Martin Scheinman, Esq. on July 29, 2009, all active and non-active Food Service employees classified as FSE4 during the 2008-2009 school

Page 109 01/20/10 year are entitled to receive a uniform allowance of $200.00 per employee. A total of sixth-six (66) employees are entitled to receive this allowance. Not to exceed $13,200.00. Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Alcalde, Nancy Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Amer, Nimeh Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Argumaniz, Yolanda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Arnao, Tomas Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Arrieta, Lourdes Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Beco, Carmen Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Berberena, Norma Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Cahuana, Milagros Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Celestin, Gladys Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Chavieri, Carolina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Class, Janet Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Collazo, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Colon, Nerida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Cox, Holly Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

De Coba, Martha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Delgado, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Demir, Vesile Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Ferrandans, Estela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Figueroa, Linda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00

Foreman, Bertha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Formentin, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Gamble, Elaine Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Glenn, Aletta Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Not Active $200.00 Gutierrez, Paulina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active

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MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Haywood, Dollina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Herarte, Rosa Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Hopkins, Crystal Cafeteria Worker FES4 Active $200.00

Kirby, Louise Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Lagos, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Mayes, Albertha Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

McDowell, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

McKinnon, Timothy Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

McPherson, Latoya Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Medley, Brenda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Mendez, Victoria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Miranda, Maria Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Molina, Patricia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Ortiz, Josefina Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pacheco, Wanda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pareja, Gladys Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Perez, Francisca Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Perez, Idalia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Pomales, Aracelis Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Quiles, Petrona Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Ramierez, Carmela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rodriquez, Adela Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rodriquez, Margarita Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

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Rodriquez, Ysabel Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosado, Marleny Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosado, Nelida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

Name Title Class Status Stipend Amt.

Rosario, Alba Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rosario, Belkis Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Roseboro, Millie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Roseboro, Sonia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Rubina, Isabel Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Sosa, Juana Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Stevanoski, Grozda Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Torres, Nelly Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Townes, Barbara Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Vasquez, Julia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Velez, Aida Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Verdina, Nicole Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Vidal, Cecilia Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Warren, Wanda R Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Wash, Fannie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00

Williams, Hattie Cafeteria Worker FSE4 Active $200.00 66 Cafeteria Total Workers $13,200.00

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To hire thirty six (36) Teachers for the Saturday Inquiry Based Program at New Roberto Clemente and School No. 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. 36 Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $88,128.00. To compensate thirty six

Page 112 01/20/10 (36) Teachers for the Saturday Inquiry Based Program Professional Development at International HS on 11/10/2009 from 3:30 pm to 5:3 pm. 36 Teachers x $34.00 x 2 hours x 1 day = $2,448.00. Not to exceed $90,576.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abuharthieh, Kamel Art Teacher No. 21 Alea-Schlichting, Ana Science Teacher Eastside HS Alexander, Kerrah Grade 2 Teacher New Roberto Clemente Allen, Robert Academic Support Teacher No. 15 Benicaso, Helen Grades 7 & 8 Language Arts No. 6/ Academy Performing Teacher Arts Carriero, Domenico Applied Technology Teacher New Roberto Clemente Cox, Wendy (sub) Grades 6-8 Language Norman S. Weir School Arts/Social Studies Teacher Eason, Milena Grade 8 Social Studies No. 4 Teacher Gakuo, Jane Mumbi Grade 3 Teacher No. 26 Gill, Julie Grades 5 & 6 Social Studies Dr. Frank Napier School of Teacher Technology Graulich, William (sub) History Teacher Garrett Morgan Academy Gutt, Jeffrey Technology Coordinator New Roberto Clemente Guzman, Magdeline Bilingual Teacher No. 27 Kelly, Laurie Academic Support Teacher No. 28 Korzinek, Pamela Art Teacher Silk City Academy Lagos, Virginia Interdisciplinary Coach New Roberto Clemente Lawrence, Kathleen Special Education Teacher No. 15 LiCamara, Anthony Grade 8 Social Studies New Roberto Clemente Teacher Liguori, Annie Academic Support Teacher No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Lozada, Connie Social Studies Teacher International HS Maged, Cathy Music Teacher No. 9 Mankovich, Lucy Grades 6-8 Science Teacher Dr. Frank Napier School of Technology Martone, Tina (sub) Social Studies Teacher Silk City Academy Miller, Sharon Grade 4 Teacher No. 19 Mosby, Vashti Grade 7 Teacher Dr. Frank Napier School of Technology Peltekov, Ivaylo Grades 6-8 Math Teacher Dr. Frank Napier School of Technology Roland, Marti Special Education Teacher Eastside HS Roman, Kenneth Bilingual Teacher New Roberto Clemente Rosa, Ivan Art Teacher No. 25 Seigel, Katherine Grade 8 Teacher No. 9 Sellers, Lillie Special Education Teacher No. 10 Skinner, Elisa Special Education Teacher No. 15 Small, Cherone Academic Support Teacher No. 12 Somoza, Peter Grades 6-8 Social Studies No. 8 Teacher

Page 113 01/20/10 Thompson, Marcus Grade 5 Language Arts B.U.I.L.D. Academy Teacher Tsimpedes, Joanna Interdisciplinary Coach No. 27 Verace, Alex Grade 7 Math Teacher No. 7

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Wellins, Kristy Technology Teacher New Roberto Clemente Zoeller, Lorraine BSI Teacher Adult School

Requesting approval for eleven (11) Physical Education Teachers to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09-6/12/10. The Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5, #6, #8, #10, #12, #13, #15, #20, #21, & #26. Time 8:30 am to 1:30 pm (5 hours) @ $34.00 per hour = $170.00. $170.00 x 15 sessions =$28,050.00. Not to exceed $28,050.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Best, William Physical Education Teacher No. 10 Bonadonna, Russ Physical Education Teacher No. 12 Compitello, Joseph Physical Education Teacher No. 13 Contini, Joseph Physical Education Teacher No. 21 Culhane, Timothy Physical Education Teacher No. 5 Dougherty, Liliana Physical Education Teacher No. 5 Francisco, Maria Physical Education Teacher No. 12 Gurrieri, David Physical Education Teacher No. 8 Norman, Michael Physical Education Teacher No. 3 Rodas, Jennifer Physical Education Teacher No. 25 Wilczynski, Nikki Physical Education Teacher No. 9

Requesting approval for five (5) Site Coordinators to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09- 6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5, #6, #8, #12, #13, #15, #20, #21, & #26. Time: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (6 hours) @ $40.00 per hour = $240.00. $240.00 x 15 sessions = $3,600.00/ $3,600.00 x 5 = $18,000.00. Not to exceed $18,000.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Blank, Cathy Grade 2 Teacher No. 12 Davis, Sharon Kindergarten Teacher No. 26 Gillespie, Lizanda Technology Coordinator No. 10 Lawrence, Coretta Instructional Literacy Coach Department of Pupil Personnel Services Varano, Dolores Instructional Literacy Coach Department of Pupil Personnel Services

Requesting approval for three (3) Site Coordinators to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09-6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5, #6, #8, #10, #12, #13, #15, #20, #21, & #26 Time: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (6 hours) @ $40.00 per hour- $240.00. $240.00 x 15 sessions = $3,600.00/$3,600 x 3 = $10,800.00.

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NAME POSITION LOCATION Irizarry, Aida Special Education Teacher No. 6/ Academy of Performing Arts Scott, Tanya Special Education Teacher No. 10 Serrano, Vanessa Interdisciplinary Coach No. 20

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

Requesting approval for twenty-eight (28) Instructional Assistants to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09-6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5,#6, #8, #10, #12, #13, #15, #20, #21, & # 26. Time 8:30 am to 1:30 pm (5 hour) @ $24.00 per hour = $120.00. $120.00 x 15 sessions = 41,800.00 x 28 = $50,400.00. Not to exceed $50,400.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Acevedo, Yajaira Instructional Assistant Martin Luther King School Alvarez, Shirley Instructional Assistant John F. Kennedy HS Aviles, Elizabeth Instructional Assistant No. 8 Belvin, Vernard Instructional Assistant No. 10 Bowen Williams, Cheryl Instructional Assistant No. 8 Cancel, Donna School Secretary No. 5 Carnero, Maria Instructional Assistant No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Cefalo, Caterina Part-Time Secretary Adult School Choudhury, Nasima Instructional Assistant No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Dixon, Marie Instructional Assistant No. 9 Escobar, Erica Instructional Assistant No. 15 Estrada, Erik Instructional Assistant Dr. Frank Napier School of Technology Flood, Daisy Instructional Assistant No. 10 Frierson, Tenet Instructional Assistant No. 10 Hayes Francis, Ashona Instructional Assistant No. 9 James, Deborah Instructional Assistant No. 20 Mondejar, Aida Instructional Assistant No. 1 Moore, Regina Instructional Assistant No. 13 Murphy, Kamala Instructional Assistant Edward W. Kilpatrick School Nelson, Travis Instructional Assistant No. 6/ Academy Performing Arts Pou, Taina Instructional Assistant No. 15 Rogers, Darryl Instructional Assistant No. 10 Salazar, Boris Instructional Assistant No. 5 Sandoval, Mauricio Instructional Assistant No. 18 Shawa, Dalal Instructional Assistant No. 9 Sinclair, Gladys Substitute Secretary District Sutera, Monique Instructional Assistant Alexander Hamilton Academy Torres, Jacqueline Instructional Assistant No. 28

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Requesting approval for four (4) Nurses to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09- 6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5, #6, #8, #10, #12, #13, #15, #20, #21 & #26. Time: 8:30 am to 1:30 pm (5 hours) @ $34.00 per hour = $ 170.00. $170.00 x 15 sessions = $2,550.00/$2,550.00 x 4 = $10,200.00. Not to exceed 4 10,200.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Carley, Janet Nurse Academy of Education & Training PPTA Hennessey, Kathleen Nurse Norman S. Weir School Poznanski, Nancy Nurse Department of Nursing Simeus, Marie Nurse No. 5

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) Requesting approval for fifty-five (55) Teachers to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09-6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted I Schools #5, #6, #8, #10, #12, #13, #15, #20, #21, & #26. Time: 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. (5 hours) @$34.00 per hour = $170.00. $170.00 x 15 sessions = $ 2,550.00/ $ 2,550.00 x 55= $140,250.00. Not to exceed $140,250.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Abbood, Debra Kindergarten Teacher Alexander Hamilton Academy Almonte, Elizabeth Special Education Teacher No. 13 Barth, Jacqueline Kindergarten Teacher No. 10 Brooks, Millie Grade 3 Teacher No. 26 Bruno, Kathy Grade 4 Teacher No. 24 Campo, Laura Substitute Teacher District Carlin, Adriana Grade 1 Teacher No. 29 Castaneda Lee, Claudia Grades 6-7 Bilingual Teacher No. 10 Cheon, Barbara Bilingual/ESL Teacher Alexander Hamilton Academy Chuy, Joshua Grade 4 Teacher No. 21 Darden, Samantha Grade 5 Teacher No. 13 Dehab, Thomas Special Education Teacher New Roberto Clemente Ekici, Nurcan Kindergarten Teacher No. 15 Francis, Yorkanis Special Education Teacher No. 13 Hatcher, Luauna Instructional Assistant No. 6/ Academy of Performing Arts Hill, Chantanette Substitute District Hodges, Faith Ann Grade 4 Teacher New Roberto Clemente Kelly, Priscilla Kindergarten Bilingual Martin Luther King School Teacher Kirby, Karen Special Education Teacher No. 5 Kochis, Sharon Academic Support Teacher No. 25 Kownaki, Deborah Grade 3 Teacher No. 13 Lantka, Joan Substitute Teacher No. 24 Loder, Sharon Special Education Teacher No. 15 Lydner, Kaara Special Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS

Page 116 01/20/10 Maiarano Mendoza, Fidelina Grades K-2 Bilingual/ESL No. 15 Teacher Marren, Mary Ann Grade 1 Teacher No. 12 Martinez Ruiz, Maria World Language Teacher Sports Business Academy Medina, Wanda Grade 5 Teacher No. 27 Menchon, Norma Grade 1 Bilingual/ESL No. 2 Teacher Mills, Greta Grade 2 Teacher No. 26 Mooring Jessica Grade 2 Teacher Dale Avenue School Mozulay, Leslie Learning Consultant No. 21 Disabilities Teacher Neal, Richele Grade 1 Teacher New Roberto Clemente Newby, Paulette Special Education Teacher No. 6/ Academy of Performing Arts Oates, Derek Special Education Teacher No. 13 Pagan, Gary Special Education Teacher No. 8 Paternoster, Pamela Academic Support Teacher Martin Luther King School Perez, Jeimy Special Education Teacher No. 5 Perez, Zuleima Grade 1 Teacher No. 5 Polanco, Eileen Learning Consultant No. 21 Disabilities Teacher Quince, Kaela Grade 4 Teacher No. 10

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

NAME POSITION LOCATION Reynolds, Karen Grade 1 Teacher No. 19 Robinson, tamara Grade 3 Teacher New Roberto Clemente Romero, Amy Kindergarten Teacher No. 26 Ross, Maria Grades 2 & 3 Bilingual/ESL No. 21 Teacher Sanchez, Wilma Bilingual/ESL Teacher No. 26 Sibrian, Adalila Grade 1 Bilingual/ESL No. 10 Teacher Tavarez, Gilma World Language Teacher No. 6/ Academy of Performing Arts Valdivia, Mary Kindergarten Teacher No. 24 Veloz, Noreen Academic Support Teacher New Roberto Clemente Vroegindewey, John Grade 1 Teacher No. 28 Winters, Lorraine Special Education Teacher No. 10 Wright, Theresa Grade 1 Teacher No. 26 Zimmerman, Christina Grade 1 Teacher No. 21

Requesting approval for four (4) Substitute Physical Education Teachers to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09-6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5, #6,#8,#10, #12, #15, #20, #21, & #26. Time; 8:30am to 1:30 pm (5 hours) @ $34.00 per hour = $170.00. $170.00 x 15 sessions = $2,550.00/$2,550.00 x 4 = $10,200.00. Not to exceed $10,200.00.

Page 117 01/20/10 NAME POSITION LOCATION Castelli, Clarissa Physical Education Teacher John F. Kennedy HS Lombardi, Craig ( substitute) Eastside HS Macalino, Sandra Physical Education Teacher No. 21 ( substitute) Shikhman, Saulius Physical Education Teacher No. 11 (substitute)

Requesting approval for five (5) Technology Coordinators to work in the Saturday Instructional Program from 10/31/09-6/12/10 the Saturday Instructional Program will be conducted in Schools #5,#6,#8,#10,#12, #13, #15, #20, #21, & #26. Time: 8:30 am to 1:30 pm ( 5 hours) @ $34.00 per hour = $170.00. $170.00 x 25 sessions = $ 4,250.00/ $4,250.00 x 5 = $ 21,250.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Brackett, Sherri Computer Teacher Martin Luther King School Foody, Debra Technology Coordinator Alexander Hamilton Academy Rieder, Jason Technology Coordinator No. 8 Stephens, Lawrence Technology Coordinator No. 26 Wagoner, Renee Computer Teacher No. 15

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

To hire six (6) Instructional Assistants for the Saturday Inquiry Based Program for Grades 3,4,7, and 8 New Roberto Clemente and School No. 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Six (6) Instructional Assistants x $24.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $10,368.00. Not to exceed $ 10,368.00. NAME POSITION LOCATION Akintunde, Hezekia Personal Assistant No. 28 Breauxsas, Williamson Security Guard No. 21 Dixon, Marie Instructional Assistant No. 9 Salazar, Boris Instructional Assistant No. 5 Sane, Laujuana Personal Assistant No. 10 Zahroon, Haifa Data Management Analyst Department of Curriculum and Instruction

The New Jersey Department of Education regulations require the assignment of a mentor to all Alternate and Traditional Route Teachers. As a result of the terms of the recently passed New Jersey state budget, the New Jersey Department of Education will not be distributing funds to school districts for payments of mentor stipends for the 2009-2010 academic year. Therefore, the school district has arranged for a payroll deduction plan for novice Teachers to fulfill the payment due at the end of the mentoring process. The fee for holders of CE-Certificate of Eligibility will be $1000 and the fee for holders of CEAS-Certificate of Eligibility with Advance Standing will be $550. These fees are taxable. The fees will be deducted in equal installments for the remaining of the school year until the balance is paid in full beginning, November 27, 2009.

TYPE PROVISIONAL OF TEACHER LOCATION CERT AMOUNT ASSIGNMENT AGYEMAN, NANA F. EAST SIDE HIGH CE $1,000 TEACHER SPECIAL ED

Page 118 01/20/10 SCHOOL RESOURCE ALBALAH, MINDY L. MARTIN LUTHER KING CEAS $550 TEACHER PRESCHOOL TEACHER SPECIAL ED COG. ARAN, CAROL STARS ACADEMY CEAS $550 MOD. TEACHER SPECIAL ED BADAWY, NAHED E SCHOOL # 25 CE $1,000 RESOURCE INTERNATIONAL HIGH BARDEN, NIGERA SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER ENGLISH BATTAGLIA, INTERNATIONAL HIGH STEVEN SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER SOCIAL STUDIES BRUINS, MAUREEN TEACHER SCIENCE GRADES A. SCHOOL # 3 CE $1,000 6-8 TEACHER GRADE 6- CANAVAN, MEGAN SCHOOL # 12 CEAS $550 LANGUAGE ARTS CONWAY, TEACHER SPECIAL ED CONSTANCE SCHOOL # 2 CEAS $550 RESOURCE EAST SIDE HIGH TEACHER BUSINESS COONEY, CINDY SCHOOL CE $1,000 EDUCATION COOPER, DAVID P. SCHOOL # 21 CE $1,000 TEACHER SPECIAL ED BD CORNISH, LEE TEACHER GRADE 1-LANG JASON SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 ARTS TEACHER GRADE 2-LANG CRUZ, DANIEL SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 ARTS DAVIDSON, TEACHER SPECIAL ED MERCEDES SCHOOL # 3 CEAS $550 RESOURCE

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

TYPE PROVISIONAL OF TEACHER LOCATION CERT AMOUNT ASSIGNMENT DAVILA, JESSICA D. SCHOOL # 24 CEAS $550 TEACHER MUSIC DE GUZMAN, TEACHER GRADE 2-LANG DARLEEN SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 ARTS TEACHER SPECIAL ED DILTS, KIMBERLY MARTIN LUTHER KING CEAS $550 AUTISTIC TEACHER GRADES 7 & 8 DIRENZI, GINA SCHOOL # 18 CEAS $550 LANG. ARTS INTERNATIONAL HIGH DURSO, LAURA SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER SOCIAL STUDIES DUVERNAY, EAST SIDE HIGH TEACHER SPECIAL KAITLYN SCHOOL CEAS $550 EDUCATION SPORTS BUSINESS EINHORN, YELENA ACADEMY CE $1,000 TEACHER MATH ESCORCIA, KENNEDY HIGH SOBEIDA D. SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER SCIENCE FIGUEROA, ANTHONY HARP ACADEMY CE $1,000 TEACHER SCIENCE FORFIA-DION, INTERNATIONAL HIGH CE $1,000 TEACHER SOCIAL STUDIES

Page 119 01/20/10 CATHERINE SCHOOL ALEXANDER TEACHER SPECIAL ED FUSCO, DAVID R. HAMILTON ACADEMY CE $1,000 RESOURCE TEACHER WORLD GARCIA, CLARIVEL SCHOOL # 14 CEAS $550 LANGUAGE NEW ROBERTO GARCIA, KARLA CLEMENTE CE $1,000 TEACHER KINDERGARTEN GERMINARIO, EAST SIDE HIGH JOVAN N. SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER MATH GORDON, SEAN SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 TEACHER GRADE 4-MATH GUZMAN, DALE AVENUE MAGDELINE SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER BILINGUAL KENNEDY HIGH HARVAT, MINDY K. SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER ENGLISH EAST SIDE HIGH TEACHER SPECIAL ED HELWIG, LAUREN SCHOOL CE $1,000 RESOURCE HENNESSY, JILLIAN TEACHER SPECIAL ED COG. A. NORMAN S WEIR CEAS $550 MOD. NEW ROBERTO TEACHER SPECIAL ED HERNANDEZ, ERICA CLEMENTE CE $1,000 RESOURCE TEACHER SCIENCE GRADES JENNINGS, JESSICA SCHOOL # 12 CEAS $550 6-8 EAST SIDE HIGH TEACHER MUSIC JERINSKY, DERICK SCHOOL CEAS $550 INSTRUMENTAL JIMENEZ, MIGUEL BUILD ACADEMY CEAS $550 TEACHER PHYS ED/HEALTH INTERNATIONAL HIGH TEACHER BUSINESS JOSEPH, JAMAR J. SCHOOL CE $1,000 EDUCATION KENNEDY HIGH TEACHER SPECIAL JUNG, AMANDA J. SCHOOL CEAS $550 EDUCATION KARKOWSKY, EAST SIDE HIGH JOSEPH SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER ENGLISH

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) TYPE PROVISIONAL OF TEACHER LOCATION CERT AMOUNT ASSIGNMENT KORZINEK, BRIAN TEACHER BUSINESS EDWARD SILK CITY ACADEMY CE $1,000 EDUCATION TEACHER GRADE 7-LANG LAKIND, CHRISTINA SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 ARTS ROSA PARK H S OF LAURICELLA, CARL FINE CE $1,000 TEACHER ENGLISH LAVORNE, JAYSON V. SCHOOL # 24 CE $1,000 TEACHER PHYS ED/HEALTH TEACHER GRADE 5 LEO, JESSICA M. SCHOOL # 24 CEAS $550 LITERACY LEVY, MICHAEL B. BUILD ACADEMY CEAS $550 TEACHER SPECIAL ED MD LYLE, RICHARD SCHOOL # 12 CE $1,000 TEACHER MATH GRADES 6-8 MADDOCK, RYAN SCHOOL # 7 CEAS $550 TEACHER GRADE 6 LANG.

Page 120 01/20/10 ARTS MAHON, PATRICK INTERNATIONAL HIGH JAMES SCHOOL CE $1,000 TEACHER MATH NEW ROBERTO MANERI, MELISSA CLEMENTE CEAS $550 TEACHER GRADE 7 MATH MARQUEZ, RENAN TEACHER WORLD A STARS ACADEMY CEAS $550 LANGUAGE MARTINEZ, SHANNON SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 TEACHER GRADE 1 MCDOWELL, ERIKA SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 TEACHER DRAMA KENNEDY HIGH TEACHER SPECIAL MUSA, NURDAN SCHOOL CEAS $550 EDUCATION PACHECO, OLGA M. SCHOOL # 12 CE $1,000 TEACHER BILINGUAL INTERNATIONAL HIGH PATMORE, CHARYS SCHOOL CE $1,000 TEACHER ENGLISH PELTEKOV, IVAYLO DR. NAPIER SCHOOL S. # 4 CEAS $550 TEACHER MATH GRADES 6-8 TEACHER WORLD PRADO, LUZ NORMAN S WEIR CEAS $550 LANGUAGE PURYEAR, ASHLEY SCHOOL # 6/APA CE $1,000 TEACHER GRADE 5 RODRIGUEZ, NEW ROBERTO TEACHER BILINGUAL GR 6-8 JANNETH CLEMENTE CE $1,000 MATH ROMAN, LAVINIA HARP ACADEMY CE $1,000 TEACHER SCIENCE ROSA PARK H S OF RUSSO, MARIA FINE CEAS $550 TEACHER SCIENCE KENNEDY HIGH TEACHER WORLD SOTO, YOLANDA SCHOOL CE $1,000 LANGUAGE SWEDE, DANIELLE KENNEDY HIGH K. SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER SCIENCE THOMAS, ZELLIE SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 TEACHER GRADE 3 TEACHER SOCIAL STUDIES TORRES, MARILYN SCHOOL # 27 CE $1,000 GRADES 6-8 TRONGONE, TEACHER PHYS. STEPHEN NORMAN S WEIR CEAS $550 ED./LIFEGUARD TURNER, SHARHONDA LEAVES OF ABSENCE CE $1,000 TEACHER GRADE 2-MATH

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

TYPE PROVISIONAL OF TEACHER LOCATION CERT AMOUNT ASSIGNMENT VAN RENSALIER, TEACHER SPECIAL ED ZINA K SCHOOL # 10 CEAS $550 RESOURCE EAST SIDE HIGH VEGA, AMELIA SCHOOL CEAS $550 TEACHER ENGLISH YDROVO, NEW ROBERTO KELLYANNE CLEMENTE CE $1,000 TEACHER GRADE 6 MATH

Page 121 01/20/10 KENNEDY HIGH TEACHER SPECIAL YOUNG, KELINDA A. SCHOOL CE $1,000 EDUCATION

PATERSON PUBLIC CE-CERTIFICATE OF SCHOOLS ELIGIBILITY DEPARTMENT OF CEAS- CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY WITH HUMAN RESOURCES ADVANCE STANDING 2009-2010 MENTOR STIPEND FEES PROVISIONAL TEACHER PROGRAM TYPE PROVISIONAL OF TEACHER LOCATION CERT AMOUNT ASSIGNMENT BECKFORD, DWAYNE M. SCHOOL # 6/APA CEAS $550 TEACHER ART CONNORS, ERIN A. SCHOOL # 6/APA CE $1,000 TEACHER GRADES 1-5 TEACHER CUSACK, AMANDA DALE AVENUE SCHOOL CEAS $550 KINDERGARTEN BIL/ESL FRANCICA, INTERNATIONAL HIGH TEACHER PHYSICAL DOMENICA L. SCHOOL CEAS $550 EDUCATION ALEXANDER HAMILTON TEACHER SPECIAL ED FUSCO, DAVID R. ACADEMY CE $1,000 RESOURCE TEACH OF THE EAST SIDE HIGH HANDICAPPED HAMLETT, MICHELLE SCHOOL CE $1,000 RESOURCE HESKE, ANAY SCHOOL # 15 CEAS $550 TEACHER ESL NEW ROBERTO TEACHER GRADE 7 PAGAN, ORLANDO R. CLEMENTE CEAS $550 SOCIAL STUDIES PERRONE, TEACHER SPECIAL JACQUELYN MARIA SILK CITY ACADEMY CE $1,000 EDUCATION RANA, FALGUNI D. SCHOOL # 6/APA CE $1,000 TEACHER SCIENCE PANTHER ACADEMY TEACHER WORLD REYNOSO, IVETTE EARTH & SCIENCE CE $1,000 LANGUAGE RIVERA ROJAS, TEACHER PHYS RAYMOND SCHOOL # 18 CEAS $550 ED/HEALTH TEACHER SPECIAL SHAW, MELISSA SCHOOL # 15 CE $1,000 EDUCATION TEACHER SCIENCE SMITH, KENNETH SCHOOL # 6/APA CE $1,000 GRADES 6-8 NEW ROBERTO TEACHER GRADE 8 STAMPONE, PALMA CLEMENTE CEAS $550 SCIENCE TEACHER SPECIAL ED STITZER, MIRIAM SCHOOL # 7 CEAS $550 RESOURCE

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.) TYPE PROVISIONAL OF TEACHER LOCATION CERT AMOUNT ASSIGNMENT TARANTINO, JUNE A. SCHOOL # 7 CE $1,000 TEACHER MUSIC

Page 122 01/20/10 VON BROOK, TEACHER LANGUAGE DOROTHY W. SCHOOL # 6/APA CE $1,000 ARTS GRADE 6

To hire staff for Middle School After school Program starting week of November 16, 2009 through May 31, 2010. Teachers will work six (6) hour per week, 3 days per week. Twelve (12) Teachers x 6 hours x 20 weeks @ $34.00 = $48,960.00 One (1) Lead Teacher x 6 hours x 20 weeks @ $40.00 = $4,800.00. Not to exceed $53,760.00,

NAME POSITION LOCATION Allen, Charlene Special Education Teacher No. 12 Bracy, Kathryn ESL Teacher No. 12 Brown, Lakeyba Grade 8 Language Arts No. 12 Teacher Fede, Michael Grades 6 & 7 Math Teacher No. 12 Jenkins, Brandy Grade 6 Math Teacher No. 12 Kornegay, Benjamin Music Teacher No. 12 McClam, Mary Grade 8 Math Teacher No. 12 Pacheco, Olga Bilingual Teacher No. 12 Rhein, Gilbert Technology Coordinator No. 12 Selino, Jeanette Grade 5 Teacher No. 12 Sklar, Phylis Special Education Teacher No. 12 Sutton, Sharon Stephens Drama/Dance Coach No. 12 Uttel, Dawn Grade 4 Teacher No. 12

To hire two (2) Technology Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute, one Technology Teacher for each site, New Roberto Clemente and School No 27, from November 14, 2009 thru May 31, 2010 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Two (2) Teachers x $34.00 x 4.5 hours x 16 days = $3,896.00. To compensate two (2) Technology Teachers for the Saturday Literacy Institute Program’s Profession Development at New Roberto Clemente on 11/10/2009 from 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm two (2) Teachers x $34.00 x 2 hours x 1 day = $136.00. Not to exceed $5,032.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Ciudad, Lucille Computer Lab Teacher No. 5 Natoli, Carol Library Media Specialist No. 5

To appoint the following staff in the following vacancies as described in posting #181 (2) GED Manager, (1) GED Examiner and (1) Proctor Part-Time position at the Paterson Adult School. Not to exceed $31,400.00.

NAME POSITION LOCATION Fiorillo, Michelle Financial PC Coordinator Business Department Maldonado, Ivonne School Secretary Adult School Ronga, Susan Teacher-Scheduler Adult School Sanchez, Rosario School Secretary Adult School

MISCELLANEOUS (CONT.)

Appoint list of coaches to Eastside High School for the winter 2009-2010 athletic season. The total amount

Page 123 01/20/10 Personnel assignment sheet is fifteen (15). Not to exceed $87,606.00.

NAME POSITION SALARY LOCATION Bartlett, Charles Head Wrestling $7,710.00 Eastside HS Black, Edward Head Girls Basketball $9,514.00 Davis, Donald Head Boys Basketball $9,514.00 Favors, James Assistant Wrestling $5,255.00 Gass, Ayana Assistant Cheerleader $2,578.00 Advisor Griles, Juan 1st Assistant Boys $5,906.00 Basketball Hall, Jamal 1st Assistant $3,805.00 Freshmen Girls Basketball Hicks, Linda Assistant Girls $7,160.00 Basketball Jordan, Natalie Head In-Door Track $7,160.00 Lindsey, Bruce Assistant In-Door $5,156.00 Track Palko, Michelle Head Bowling $5,407.00 Pinkette, Travell Head Cheerleader $3,580.00 Advisor Ruderman, Roman Assistant Wrestling $4,805.00 Sangster, Rodger Assistant Boys $4,805.00 Basketball Snead, Calvin Assistant Boys $5,580.00 Basketball

Action to change the 2009-2010 base salaries of four (4) employees due to a review of credential effective December 1, 2009.

NAME SCHOOL DEGREE/STEP SALARY DEGREE/STEP CORRECT OVERPAYMENT YEAR PAID SALARY Cleaves, 2003- MA/27 $80,734 BA/17 $77,234 $ 3,500 Wanda 2004 2004- MA/17 $83,204 BA/17 $79,604 $3,600 2005 2005- MA/17 $85,869 BA/17 $82,169 $3,700 2006 2006- MA/17 $88,629 BA/17 $84,829 $3,800 2007 2007- MA/17 $91,161 BA/17 $87,261 $3,900 2008 2008- MA/17 $93,258 BA/17 $89,268 $3,990 2009 2009- MA/17 $95,192 BA/17 $91,122 $1,221 2010

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NAME SCHOOL DEGREE/STEP SALARY DEGREE/STEP CORRECT OVERPAYMENT YEAR PAID SALARY Caroselli, 2002- MA/4 $41,079 BA/4 $37,619 $1,730 Linette 2003 2003- MA/5 $44,800 BA/5 $41,300 $3,500 2004 2004- MA/6 $47,100 BA/6 $43,500 $3,600 2005 2005- MA/7 $49,371 BA/7 $45,671 $3,700 2006 2006- MA/8 $51,371 BA/8 $47,571 $3,800 2007 2007- MA/9 $54,565 BA/9 $50,665 $3,900 2008 2008- MA/10 $55,065 BA/10 $51,165 $3,900 2009 2009- MA/11 $56,733 BA/11 $52,753 $1,194 2010 Anderson, 2003- MA/17 $80,734 BA/17 $77,234 $3,500 Jesse 2004 2004- MA/17 $83,204 BA/17 $79,604 $3,600 2005 2005- MA/17 $85,869 BA/17 $82,169 3,700 2006 2006- MA/17 $88,629 BA/17 $84,829 $3,800 2007 2007- MA/17 $91,161 BA/17 $87,261 $3,900 2008 2008- MA/17 $93,258 BA/17 $89,268 $3,990 2009 2009- MA/17 $95,192 BA/17 $91,122 $1,221 2010

L. SUBSTITUTE

NAME EFFECTIVE DATE Abuhaltam, Fidaa Tamal 11/2/09 Adedokun, Lydia 11/2/09 Akridge, Gerald Thomas 11/2/09 Alarcon, Maria 11/2/09 Anglin, Baswell 11/2/09 Arias, Bybyana 11/2/09 Arias, Carmen 11/2/09 Asmar, Hepah 11/2/09 Atiyat, Amalain 11/2/09 Bayon-Cuevas, Maria 11/2/09 Bolanos, Susan 11/2/09

Page 125 01/20/10 Brown, Roland 11/2/09 Bryant, Shana 11/2/09 Burton, Nadion 11/2/09 Buttone, Kia 11/2/09 Camacho, Suzanna 11/2/09 Clinton, Iona 11/2/09 Cohello, Martin 11/2/09 Conroy, Karen D’Amelio 11/2/09 Cornejo, Hector 11/2/09 Cowan, Vita 11/2/09 Dardouri, Abdoulla 11/2/09 Davis, Cathy 11/2/09 Dela Cruz, Margarita 11/2/09 Desimone, Antonia 11/2/09 Dey, Darpan 11/2/09 Dey, Swopna 11/2/09 Dussard, Paul 11/2/09 Eid, Huda 11/2/09 Elhamdouchi, Driss 11/2/09 Fewell, Bobby 11/11/09 Findley, Tyrone 11/11/09 Gaber, Alicia 11/2/09 Garay, Romero 11/2/09 Garcia, Rosa 11/2/09 Gaudi, Jiminian 11/2/09 Giunta, Grace 11/2/09 Gordon, Janette 11/2/09 Hayden, Beverly 11/2/09 Hickey, Marie 11/2/09 Hidalgo, Odalis 11/2/09 Hussain, Shayek 11/2/09 Irving, Herman 11/2/09 Ivkovih, Valerie 11/2/09 Jagadeesh, Vidhya 11/2/09 Kang, Jim 11/2/09

SUBSTITUTE (CONT.)

NAME EFFECTIVE DATE Khan, Fasil Aftab 11/2/09 Koyas, Serder 11/2/09 Lindstrom, Rachel 11/2/09 Maark, Samy 11/2/09 Mahmoud, Alaa 11/2/09 Makao, Lina 11/2/09 Mohammed, Haider 11/11/09 Munith, Amina 11/2/09 O;Connor, Tanya 11/2/09 Odom, Michelle Sarah 11/2/09

Page 126 01/20/10 Okarter, Ned 11/2/09 Pauley, Alexandra 11/2/09 Pellegrino, Joseph 11/2/09 Pena, Janet 11/2/09 Phelps, Michael 11/2/09 Piekarz, Edward 11/2/09 Rahman, Shayla 11/2/09 Ring, Daniel 11/2/09 Rivas, Cronny 11/2/09 Rodriguez, Richard 11/2/09 Rogers, Jarrod 11/2/09 Ronayne, Patrick 11/2/09 Schmidt, Joseph 11/2/09 Sherman, Mark 11/11/09 Smith, Mattie 11/2/09 Tejeda, Maygyelyn 11/2/09 Tetteh, Ebgnezer 11/2/09 Torres, Linda 11/11/09 Vanwingerden, Shawn 11/2/09 Vizzi, Claudia 11/2/09 Wilder, Cara 11/2/09 Wong, Karla 11/11/09

Resolution No. F-2

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent, Dr. Donnie W. Evans, has revised the Table of Organization effective November 1, 2009; and

WHEREA, the Table of Organization is outlined in five (5) charts; and

WHEREAS, the State District Superintendent discussed the Table of Organization with the Board of Education on October 21, 2009; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey State Department of Education approved the Table of Organization for implementation in the Paterson Public School District; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Paterson Board of Education acknowledges receipt of the Paterson Public School District Table of Organization as outlined in five (5) charts, effective November 1, 2009.

OTHER

09-A37. Approved hiring Ronald L. Epps as a consultant to facilitate a professional development workshop with the Leadership Team for continuation training on TEAM BUILDING, EDUCATIONAL REFORM AND RESTRUCTURING, AND PATHWAYS TO HIGHER STANDARDS OF STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT, on January 11, 2010, at a consultant fee per diem of $3,000.00 plus air travel expenses to be reimbursed upon submission of receipts, not to exceed a total of $3,500.00.

Page 127 01/20/10 09-A38. Approved hiring Barbara VanDenBerg as a consultant to provide eight workshops between January 27, 2010 and June 1, 2010, that support and enhance the professional development of grades six through eight mathematics teachers in content and instructional strategies that include the use of mathematics centers, differentiation of instruction to meet the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards, at an amount not to exceed $6,400.00.

09-A39. Approved hiring Ellen Adelson as a consultant to provide eight workshops between January 28, 2010 and June 30, 2010, that support and enhance the professional development of grades K-5 mathematics teachers in content and instructional strategies that include the use of mathematics centers, differentiation of instruction to meet the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards, at an amount not to exceed $6,000.00.

09-A40. Approved hiring Robert Gilbert, as a consultant to provide a motivational workshop for grades 7-8 students and teachers at School No. 9 in recognition of NJASK 7-8 and NJASK performance and successful strategies for high school preparation, in April 2010, at an amount not to exceed $750.00.

09-A41. Approved hiring Kathleen E. Wells as a consultant to provide technical assistance for 30 days between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010, to a minimum of four Department of Early Childhood staff members to become Inclusion Coaches for 250 preschool classrooms, at a rate of $900 per day, plus travel expenses in an amount not to exceed $200 per day to be reimbursed upon receipt of invoices, at a total amount not to exceed $33,000.00.

Comm. Kerr: I have a question on F-2. The new table of organization is effective November 1 of last year?

Dr. Evans: Yes. That was the date that we put it in final form.

Comm. Taylor: When did you give us the form, Dr. Evans?

Dr. Evans: You received a copy just before November 1. The latest copy you have has names on it. The only difference from what you have now and what you received in November was that that copy was absent the names of individuals in those positions. You asked for a copy with names and we provided that. In addition, we put some of the positions in a different order by position. For example, executive directors came before directors and directors before supervisors, and those kinds of things. Those were really the only changes. There wasn‟t anything new added, just a rearrangement and the addition of names.

Comm. Taylor: There were some positions that were not completed when you did the titles. So when you gave us the names, those were the names that were in the reorganization chart?

Page 128 01/20/10 Dr. Evans: In the latest one and there were still some positions that had vacant. They were new positions that were created to replace some existing positions. Those replacements would occur at some point this spring as we follow our process for advertising, interviewing, and ultimately selecting folks to fill those positions.

Comm. Rodriguez: Will the salary be retroactive to November 1 with the contracts that we discussed? Or is it a totally new one?

Dr. Evans: I'm not sure which contract you are referring to. The one you looked at tonight, for example, doesn't have any salary changes associated with it at all.

Comm. Rodriguez: There is no retroactive action to November 1. It‟s just that you presented during that time the organization chart.

Dr. Evans: Correct. No salary implications. Correct. The only salary implications on that organization chart are for the new executive director positions. In fact, we only have in one case an interim person serving in one of those capacities, but the position has not been filled with a permanent person. None of the executive director positions have been filled with permanent people. Those are the only positions that have implications for salary adjustments.

Comm. Kerr: I'm having a little bit of difficulty here understanding this because I thought what was presented to us was a work in progress. So if it was a work in progress how come it is effective since November 1?

Dr. Evans: Because that's when any changes in assignments to assistant superintendents in particular or other staff took effect. A work in progress means you are working. You put the changes in place, but there may be other changes that you are going to put in place later. I thought I explained that at the time.

Comm. Kerr: So this is telling me that November 1 everything was in place. Everything after that is just add-on.

Dr. Evans: Perhaps, but there really wasn‟t anything added on. That possibility did exist and if there is a decision to change something, and I don't have anything in mind to change, that could happen. But again, you were given a working draft in November and that draft really didn't change except for the order of positions on there and then filling in names.

Comm. Kerr: Well, if it's a draft how come it is effective? Maybe it‟s my lack of understanding. If something is a draft it means it‟s a work in progress. It‟s not set yet.

Dr. Evans: That doesn't mean you can't implement parts of it though.

Comm. Kerr: But after that it would then have to be presented as something new. If it's effective, it's done. Any adjustment has to be supported by a new action.

Dr. Evans: Maybe that's the Paterson way. But if it's labeled a working draft, that means you are still working on it. You may not make any changes and we did not make any changes again except for the order in which things appear in naming. If what you are saying is you want to come back and you want to bless it with a later date, I don't have a problem with that. But the people have been doing the job since November 1.

Page 129 01/20/10 Comm. Kerr: All I'm saying is you have to have a date when the operation ends. If you start something you have to have an end date. After the end date then you have revisions or what have you. But you can‟t say this thing has been in effect since November when it‟s a working draft. Something is wrong about that language.

Dr. Evans: What would you like for it to say?

Comm. Kerr: It‟s not a matter of what it says. It‟s a matter of when it‟s effective. That's what I'm saying. There is a problem with what was stated then and what really happened. So that's what I'm questioning.

Dr. Evans: Okay. The people have been in the positions doing the jobs since November 1. Nothing has changed since then in terms of assignments. We've added some people where there were some vacancies in an interim capacity. As the timeline unfolds, particularly with the executive directors who will be filling those positions with permanent people, that's really the only change that's going to be made. I'm not sure what kind of language you'd like to see in a resolution to say that, but I'll be happy to try and craft it.

Comm. Hodges: Since this is an issue regarding personnel, I think at this point it might be helpful if we entertain that conversation at a later date perhaps in closed session so we get a clearer understanding of how we want to move forward and not try to adjudicate that here and now. I think that might be helpful.

Comm. Rodriguez: I just have another question. Within the things that we discussed we discussed a contract for six months that I don't see here. Is that a part of what we are reviewing?

Dr. Evans: Are you referring to the assistant superintendent contract?

Comm. Rodriguez: No.

Dr. Evans: I'm lost then.

Comm. Rodriguez: The maintenance supervisor contract. That's not part of this?

Dr. Evans: No.

Comm. Rodriguez: That might come in a later meeting, because it's not listed here.

Dr. Evans: Actually, we talked about that last week in executive session.

Comm. Rodriguez: Exactly. But that is not part of this acknowledgment. Or is it?

Dr. Evans: No.

Comm. Rodriguez: That acknowledgment will come in a later meeting?

Dr. Evans: You are referring to the second personnel item?

Comm. Rodriguez: No. That's the organization chart. That's fine. That wasn‟t part of the organization chart. I'm talking about the contract for a supervisor of maintenance. It‟s not part of this acknowledgment.

Page 130 01/20/10 Comm. Taylor: It's for temporary needs, the person that was going to go around and fix schools that needed repair.

Comm. Rodriguez: I'm saying that is not part of this acknowledgment. Maybe that's going to come at a later date.

Dr. Evans: Acknowledgment in F-1 and F-2?

Comm. Rodriguez: No.

Dr. Evans: I'm not sure what you mean by acknowledgment.

Comm. Rodriguez: This is an acknowledgment that we received...

Comm. Taylor: That a position exists. This is what this is.

Comm. Rodriguez: In personnel, we vote on an acknowledgment that we reviewed whatever we reviewed during our executive meeting or during personnel documents, right? This is an acknowledgment. That's what we vote on. We are not voting that we agree or disagree.

Comm. Taylor: Maybe Ms. Berrios can clear some of this up.

Comm. Kerr: Commissioner, it's in F-1. We got that information and we are just acknowledging that we did get it.

Ms. Marysol Berrios: F-1 contains just those transaction request actions. That one is not included until next month.

Comm. Rodriguez: Exactly. That's what I'm saying. It‟s not included in this particular one. Thank you.

Comm. Taylor: That's the end of the report.

Comm. Rodriguez: You have to vote on a motion to acknowledge personnel.

Comm. Kerr: I'm sorry. Comm. Taylor, do you want to acknowledge that we are in receipt of F-1 and F-2?

It was moved by Comm. Taylor, seconded by Comm. Muhammad that Resolution Nos. F-1 and F-2 be adopted. On roll call all members voted as follows:

Comm. Gonzalez: Yes.

Comm. Hodges: No.

Comm. Inoa: Yes.

Comm. Muhammad: Yes.

Comm. Rodriguez: Yes.

Comm. Taylor: Yes.

Page 131 01/20/10 Comm. Kerr: Yes.

The motion carried.

It was moved by Comm. Gonzalez, seconded by Comm. Inoa that the meeting be adjourned. On roll call all members voted in the affirmative. The motion carried.

The meeting was adjourned at 11:23 p.m.

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