Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REORGANIZATION MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT:
Kim Myers Superintendent of Schools Mark LaRoach Cynthia Milkovich Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – dismissed 8:55pm David Hanson School Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller - ABSENT Student Government Representative Glenna Pitarresi District Clerk Kay Ellis Michon Stuart Phyllis Wiley About 5 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Superintendent Mark LaRoach in the #001-11 Board Room of the Administration Building. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
The oaths of office were administered by Michael Sherwood for re-elected board members #002-11 David Hanson and Phyllis Wiley and newly-elected board member Cynthia Milkovich. Oaths of Office
Glenna Pitarresi nominated Michon Stuart for Board President, second by Nora Hickey. #003-11 Phyllis Wiley nomimated Kim Myers, second by Cindy Milkovich. There were no more Election of President nominations. Paper ballots were distributed. The vote was 5 votes for Michon Stuart, 3 for Kim Myers. Those voting for Michon were David Hanson, Nora Hickey, Jerry Etingoff, Michon Stuart, Glenna Pitarresi. Those voting for Kim Myers were Phyllis Wiley, Kim Myers and Cindy Milkovich. Michon Stuart was elected President for the 2010-11 school year.
The oath of office was administered to the newly-elected President of the Board of #004-11 Education. The President assumed the chair. Oath of Office-President
Kim Myers nominated Jerry Etingoff for Board Vice-President, second by Phyllis Wiley. #005-11 Nora Hickey nominated Glenna Pitarresi for Board Vice-President, second by David Hanson. Election of Vice-President There were no more nominations. Paper ballots were distributed. The vote was 4 votes for Jerry Etingoff and 4 votes for Glenna Pitarresi. Those voting for Jerry Etingoff were Cindy Milkovich, Phyllis Wiley, Kim Myers and Jerry Etingoff. Those voting for Glenna Pitarresi were Michon Stuart, Glenna Pitarresi, David Hanson and Nora Hickey. The election of Vice- President will be done again at the July 20, 2010 meeting, when all Board members are present.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #006-11 following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Appointment of Officers: Kay Ellis as District Clerk, with a recommended stipend of $4,000. District Clerk
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve Board of Education Clerical Support the following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Kathleen Loveland as Board of Education Clerical Support, with a recommended stipend of $2,667.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Nora Hickey, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the District Treasurer following appointments for the 2010-11 school year: Deputy Treasurer John Harvey as District Treasurer Michael Fenn as Deputy Treasurer
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve District Collector of Taxes the following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: 7/1/2010 M&T Bank (Marcella Kalka) as District Collector of Taxes
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by David Hanson, the board voted 7 to 0 to approve the #007-11 following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Other Appointments: Dr. Wieslaw Piller as School Physician, with a recommended stipend of $57,099. School Physician Phyllis Wiley abstained from the vote.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Legal Counsel following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Michael Sherwood as Legal Counsel, with a recommended stipend of $61,110.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by David Hanson, the board voted 6 to 1 to approve the Employee Relations Counsel following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Hogan, Sarzynski, Lynch, Surowka & DeWind, LLP as Employee Relations Counsel, with a retainer for 2010-11 of $42,000. Michon Stuart abstained from the vote. Nora Hickey voted against the motion.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Committee on Preschool Special following appointments for the 2010-11 school year: Education (CPSE) Committee on Preschool Special Education - Administrator who serves as the representative of the school district and Committee Chair: James Lucenti, Anne Tristan, Paul Sanna, F. James Stanek, Cathy Willis, Rosalie Sullivan A Regular Education teacher of the child, if appropriate A Special Education teacher of the child, if appropriate A professional who participated in the evaluation of the child Representative of the Early Intervention program, if appropriate Representative of Broome County: James Purtell (or designee) Representative of Tioga County: Tina Cargill (or designee) Parents of children with disabilities (rotating): Shari Bobal Alice Ellison Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller Renee Smith Michele Ackerman Esther Frustino Madelyne DiMaria Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien Linda Safford Susan Schapiro Jennifer Schutzer Isabel Canfield Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai Cynthia Sargent-Karis Karen Derzanovich Alain Jacon Maria Lansing Paula Schofield Kristi Zabadel Donna Struble Maureen Suter Carolyn Almy Amy Furminger Jennifer Goldman Judy Mangiacapra Debbie Ruvola Kimberly Traver Maureen Yacynch Christina Noel Sadia Siddique
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the First Committee on Special Education following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: First Committee on Special Education - Administrator who serves as the representative of the school district and Committee Chair: Anne Tristan, Paul Sanna, James Lucenti, F. James Stanek, Cathy Willis, Rosalie Sullivan The Regular Education teacher of the student, if appropriate The Special Education teacher of the student, if appropriate School Psychologist: Tamara Findikyna, Lisa Paultre, Paul Sanna, Susan Silvestri, James Lucenti, Rosalie Sullivan 2 7/1/2010 Dr. Wieslaw Piller, School Physician School Nurse of the student, if appropriate Parents of child with disabilities (rotating) Shari Bobal Alice Ellison Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller Renee Smith Michele Ackerman Esther Frustino Madelyne DiMaria Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien Linda Safford Susan Schapiro Jennifer Schutzer Isabel Canfield Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai Cynthia Sargent-Karis Karen Derzanovich Alain Jacon Maria Lansing Paula Schofield Kristi Zabadel Donna Struble Maureen Suter Carolyn Almy Amy Furminger Jennifer Goldman Judy Mangiacapra Debbie Ruvola Kimberly Traver Maureen Yacynch Christina Noel Sadia Saddique
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Second Committee on Special Education following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Second Committee on Special Education - Administrator who serves as representative of the school district and Committee Chair: James Lucenti, Rosalie Sullivan Regular Education teacher specific to the student under consideration and different from the teacher member on the first committee Special Education teacher specific to the student under consideration and different from the teacher member on the first committee School Psychologist: Tamara Findikyan, Lisa Paultre, Paul Sanna, Susan Silvestri, James Lucenti, Rosalie Sullivan Dr. Wieslaw Piller, School Physician Parents of children with disabilities (rotating): Shari Bobal Alice Ellison Deborah Matsushima Susan Miller Renee Smith Michele Ackerman Esther Frustino Madelyne DiMaria Susanne Fedor Laura Lindsley Kathleen Peters Elizabeth Petrie Ann Marie Purdy Kathryn O’Brien Linda Safford Susan Schapiro Jennifer Schutzer Isabel Canfield Kimberly Sikora Pamela Vincens Bonnie Zisko Tricia Leveille Nancy Nelson Sowmya Thirumalai Cynthia Sargent-Karis Karen Derzanovich Alain Jacon Maria Lansing Paula Schofield Kristi Zabadel Donna Struble Maureen Suter Carolyn Almy Amy Furminger Jennifer Goldman Judy Mangiacapra Debbie Ruvola Kimberly Traver Maureen Yacynch Christina Noel Sadia Siddique 3 7/1/2010
On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Internal Claims Auditor following appointments for the 2010-11 school year: Deputy Internal Claims Auditor Diane M. Valky as Internal Claims Auditor Sarah Van Galder as Deputy Internal Claims Auditor
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Financial Auditor following appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Michael Fenn as Financial Auditor
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #008-11 following designations for the 2010-11 school year: Board Designations: Depositories for School Funds, as recommended by the Administration: Depositories M&T Bank General Fund Trust and Agency Payroll School Lunch Federal Funds & Grants Ross Corners Capital Debt Service Fund Expendable Trust Non-Expendable Trust Insurance Reserve Fund Capital Project Funds Investment of District Funds CHASE BANK Investment of District Funds TIOGA STATE Investment of District Funds HSBC Investment of District Funds
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Cindy Milkovich, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve #009-11 the following resolution: Establish Dates, Times, Locations of RESOLVED, that the Board sets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 PM in the Administration Board of Education Meetings Building as the usual Business Meeting of the Board for the 2010-11 school year. The 2nd Tuesday of the month will usually be considered to be a regular meeting for the purpose of special presentations, as well as immediate business.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Establish Board Liaison Positions following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board establish the following liaison positions for the 2010-11 school year: 1. B/T School Board Association Legislative Committee Representative: Michon Stuart Alternate: Joan Miller 2. District Planning Group: Glenna Pitarresi Alternate: Kim Myers 3. High School Student Government: Kim Myers 4. District Council: Kim Myers/Cindy Milkovich Alternate: 5. School Liaisons: ARE – Jerry Etingoff CA – Michon Stuart/Glenna Pitaressi GL – Cindy Milkovich TH – Nora Hickey VH – David Hanson VMS – Phyllis Wiley SH – Kim Myers/Glenna Pitarresi 6. Town Liaison: Kim Myers/Phyllis Wiley 7. Audit Sub Committee: David Hanson, Nora Hickey, Michon Stuart 8. Consolidation Planning Committee: Nora Hickey/Glenna Pitarresi 4 7/1/2010 9. District Wide School Safety Team: Joan Miller, Kim Myers 10. Ad Hoc Committee Policy Review: Jerry Etingoff, Glenna Pitaressi 11. Wellness Policy Advisory Committee: Phyllis Wiley
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Cooperative Health Insurance Board following resolution: RESOLVED, that the board appoint Glenna Pitarresi as Trustee and Phyllis Wiley as Alternate to the Cooperative Health Insurance Board. The balance of the board is also appointed as Alternates as needed.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by David Hanson, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #010-11 following management appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Management Appointments: Mark LaRoach, Payroll Certification Officer Payroll Certification Officer
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve Purchasing Officer the following management appointment for the 2010-11 school year: Elaine Pilotti, Purchasing Officer
On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve Attendance at Conferences, Workshops the following management appointment for the 2010-11 school year: and Superintendent of Schools as Approving Officer for attendance at conferences, Conventions workshops and conventions
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Jerry Etingoff, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Petty Cash Accounts following establishment of petty cash accounts and provide the persons noted as signatories for these accounts: Vestal Senior High Catherine Hepler $100 Vestal Middle School Ann Loose $100 African Road Elementary Kathryn Knapp $100 Clayton Avenue Elementary TBD $100 Glenwood Doreen McSain $100 Tioga Hills Kent Maslin $100 Vestal Hills Therese Mastro $100 Transportation Roger Warren $100 Receiving Elaine Pilotti $ 50 Administration Elaine Pilotti $100 Food Service Mark Bordeau $100
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Jerry Etingoff, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Authorization to Sign Official authorization to sign official papers by the President or Vice-President in absence of the Documents President of the Board and authorization to sign all federal grant applications by the Superintendent of Schools.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Phyllis Wiley, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve the Designation of Authorized Signature on authorization to sign all checks to the District Treasurer, including payroll. Checks
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the board voted 8 to 0 Authority to Transfer Funds to approve the authorization to Transfer Funds according to Board Policy #5330.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the board voted 8 to 0 to approve Authorization of Purchasing Officer the authorization to participate in other government agency purchasing agreements, bids and purchasing contracts when it is determined to be in the best interests of the school district during the 2010-11 school year.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #011-11 following resolution for the 2010-11 school year: Bonding of Certain Officers A blanket bond of $100,000 shall cover each District employee. The position of Internal Claims Auditor shall be covered by the $100,000 blanket bond. The position of District Treasurer shall be covered by an excess indemnity bond of $1,000,000 in addition to the $100,000 blanket bond. The position of Tax Collector shall be covered by an excess 5 7/1/2010 indemnity bond of $1,000,000 in addition to the $100,000 blanket bond.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the board voted 8 to 0 #012-11 to continue the By-Laws, Policies, Resolutions and Regulations from the 2009-10 year. By - laws, Policies, Resolutions, Regulations
None. #013-11 Public Comment on Agenda Items
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #014-11 0 minutes of the meeting of June 22, 2010. Approval of Minutes
Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: None #015-11 Liaisons: Glenna reported that graduation went great. David reported that Audit Committee Reports should have their report on July 20th.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --The Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce sent a letter expressing gratitude to the District for the hard work hosting the state wide track and field event in June.
Student Government Representative: None.
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept #016-11 Schedule E-Enrollment, and Schedule F- Travel and Conference and to approve Schedule H- Acceptance/Approval of Schedules E, F, Bid Awards (Custodial Supplies), and Schedule P-Personnel Changes. H, and P Under Schedule P the following changes were made:
SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE CERTIF. PROBATIONARY TENURE SALARY REMARKS AREA PERIOD DATE Wanck, Tamara Reading Teacher Reading Professional 9/1/10-6/30/12 9/1/12 TBD Previous NYS tenure
SCHEDULE IP 4A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCITONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Cornick, Jeffrey Physical Education Permanent BS 9/1/10 Reinstatement Gollogly, Wendy Elementary Initial MST 9/1/10 Hallock, Janice Reading Permanent BS 9/1/10 Reinstatement Tedeschi, Alicia Social Studies Initial BS 9/1/10 Reinstatement
SCHEDULE IP 4B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT BOARD MEETING: July 1, 2010 Attached please find page 1 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking for approval for the person, position and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLSTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Cheerleading Advisor: Varsity Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Donlin, Katherine 7/1/10 Cheerleading Asst: JV Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Fine, Sharon 7/1/10 Cross Country: Varsity Boys Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Olson, Michael 7/1/10 Cross Country: Varsity Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Fancher, Gary 7/1/10 Cross Country: Modified Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Morningstar, Meghan 7/1/10 Football: Varsity – Head Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Anderson, John 7/1/10 Football: Varsity – Asst Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Simek, Matthew 7/1/10 Football: Varsity – Asst Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Hardenstine, Ted 7/1/10 6 7/1/2010 Football: Varsity – Asst Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Cerra, James 7/1/10 Football: JV – Head Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Zetzsche, Robert 7/1/10 Football: JV – Asst Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Donlin, Brian 7/1/10 Football: Modified – Head (8) Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Isle, Barry 7/1/10 Football: Modified – Asst (8) Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Crunden, James 7/1/10 Football: Modified – Head (7) Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Demetros, Michael 7/1/10 Football: Modified – Asst (7) Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Carr, Robert 7/1/10 Field Hockey: Varsity Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Harvey, Crystal 7/1/10 Field Hockey: JV Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Collins, Stephanie 7/1/10 Field Hockey: Modified Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Novotny, Jennifer 7/1/10 Golf: Varsity Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Policare, Anthony 7/1/10 Soccer: Varsity – Boys Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Murphy, James 7/1/10 Soccer: Varsity – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Wood, Matthew 7/1/10 Soccer: JV – Boys Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Porigow, David 7/1/10 Soccer: JV – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Reynolds, Debra 7/1/10 Soccer: Modified – Boys Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Barr, David 7/1/10 Soccer: Modified – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Scelsi, Samuel 7/1/10 Swimming: Varsity – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Datoush, Stephanie 7/1/10 Swimming: Varsity Asst Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Ketrick, Robert 7/1/10 Swimming: Modified – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Harlan, Colleen 7/1/10 Swimming: Modified Asst Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Hoyt, Scott 7/1/10 Tennis: Varsity – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Slocum Carolyn 7/1/10 Volleyball: Varsity – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Nemecek, Joseph 7/1/10 Volleyball: JV – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Uhrlass, Howard 7/1/10 Volleyball: Modified – Girls Fall Season TBD 1/4/10 Daglio, Steven 7/1/10 Stadium Manager Annual TBD 1/4/10 Scelsi, Samuel 7/1/10
SCHEDULE IP 4C TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL - OTHER The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following OTHER INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Fitzgerald, Roxanna CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/10-6/30/11 Matthews, Heather CPR/First Aid Instructor District 7/1/10-6/30/11 Mugavero, Julie German Trip Chaperone District 7/1/10-8/31/10
SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Bomysoad, Kara Elementary Elementary Initial 9/1/10-6/30/11 TBD Permanent Sub Hurlbut, Jaime Science Teacher Science Initial 9/1/10 TBD McAllister, Denise Elementary Elementary Permanent 9/1/10 TBD
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Stacconi, Robert Bus Driver Transportation 7/1/10
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTIUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENT – SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Loretz, Joseph Temporary Custodian 7/6/10-9/30/10 Metcalf, Lindsey Temporary Custodian 7/6/10-9/30/10 Thompson, Jessica Temporary Custodian 7/6/10-9/30/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
7 7/1/2010 SCHEDULE NIP 8A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTIUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENT – SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Loretz, Joseph Temporary Custodian 7/6/10-9/30/10
SCHEDULE NIP 8B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENT – SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Ellis, Kay Food Service Support Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $4,702 Per ASA collective bargaining agreement Gregory, Linda Co-Employee Benefits Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $2,351 Per ASA collective Administrative Support bargaining agreement Loveland, Kathleen Chief School Officer Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $4,702 Per ASA collective Administrative Support bargaining agreement Parker, Mary Retiree Benefits Billing Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $4,702 Per ASA collective Support bargaining agreement VanWinkle, A. Anita Instructional Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $4,702 Per ASA collective Administrative Support bargaining agreement Willets, Linda Human Resources Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $5,960 Per ASA collective Administrative Support bargaining agreement Willets, Linda Co-Employee Benefits Administration 7/1/10-6/30/11 $2,351 Per ASA collective Administrative Support bargaining agreement
SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON- COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Fish, Carol Typist PT (10 month) Administration 9/1/0-11/16/11 $9,456 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Fish, Carol Typist PT (10 month) Administration 9/1/0-11/16/11 $9,456
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Cindy Milkovich, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #017-11 the following resolution: Appointment of Extra-Curricular RESOLVED, that the position of Extra-Curricular Treasurer for the Senior High School be Treasurers appointed to Donna Harrington at a stipend of $3,041 for 2010-11. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Extra-Curricular Treasurer for the Middle School be appointed to Barbara Gaylord at the stipend of $1,263 for 2010-11.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #018-11 the following resolution: List of Impartial Hearing Officers RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the following persons certified by the Commissioner of Education to serve as Impartial Hearing Officers for Special Education related cases and placed on file in the office of the Chairman of the Committee on Special Education and BE IT ALSO RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt any subsequent revisions as indicated on the State Education Department’s Impartial Hearing Reporting System (IHRS). Listed in order of contact: Joan B. Alexander 8 7/1/2010 Stuart Bauchner Robert Briglio Paul Bumbalo Maryanne Dimeo Rivona Ehrenreich Lana S. Flame Steven Goldsmith Craig Hill George Kandilakis Martin Kehoe III Michael Lazan Nancy Lederman James McKeever Joseph Quinn Kenneth S. Ritzenberg Jerome Schad, Esq. Leonard Edward Sienko, Jr. Craig Tessler Aaron Turetsky James Walsh Mindy G. Wolman Joel D. Ziev
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #019-11 the following resolution: Cellular Telephone Distribution RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the Cellular Telephone Distribution listing for the 2010-11 school year, pursuant to Board of Education Policy 5684.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #020-11 the following resolution: Cooperative Bidding for Milk, Milk RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate Products, and Ice Cream in Cooperative Bidding for Milk, Milk Products, and Ice Cream for the school year 2010- 2011 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Bordeau, Director of Food Services, Broome- Tioga BOCES, or Designee be designated to receive and open said bids and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #021-11 the following resolution: Cooperative Bidding for Bread and Bread RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate Products in Cooperative Bidding for Bread and Bread Products for the school year 2010-2011 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Bordeau, Director of Food Services, Broome- Tioga BOCES, or Designee be designated to receive and open said bids and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #022-11 the following resolution: Cooperative Bidding for Paper, Grocery, RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District participate Miscellaneous Food Products in Cooperative Bidding for Paper, Grocery, and Miscellaneous Food Products for the school year 2010-2011 with other school districts in New York State, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Bordeau, Director of Food Services, Broome Tioga BOCES, or Designee be designated to receive and open said bids and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the #023-11 following resolution: Cross-Contract with Madison-Oneida 9 7/1/2010 RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Vestal Central School District BOCES; Eligible Sub and Training Costs Board of Education be authorized to sign an agreement with the Madison-Oneida Board of and SACI Base Cooperative Education Services for eligible sub and training cost and SACI base services in accordance with the terms of the attached commitment form.
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to #024-11 approve the following resolution: School Lunch Policy 2010-2011 RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District approve the School Lunch Free and Reduced Policy for the 2010-2011 academic year as per the attached.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 5 to 3 to approve #025-11 the following resolution: Tax Refund – Sunbriar Estates, LLC et al WHEREAS, Sunbriar Estates, LLC et al is the record owner of properties located in the Town of Vestal, Broome County, New York bearing the tax map numbers 158.12-3-21 and 158.12-3-22 on the Tax Assessment Roll of the Town of Vestal, and WHEREAS, petitions have been filed for the reduction of assessments and payments of said properties for the year 2009-2010 and WHEREAS, the parties have agreed to the terms outlined in the attached Stipulation and the Honorable Philip R. Rumsey, Justice of the Supreme Court, has directed the reduced assessments in accordance with the attached Order, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vestal Central School District, pursuant to said order and the statues provided, adjust the payments for Sunbriar Estates, LLC et al as follows: 3720 Vestal Parkway E. 2009-10 assessment reduced from $819,000 to 584,700 for a refund of $4,381
3724 Vestal Parkway E 2009-10 assessment remains at $125,300 BE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the refund for the year 2009-10 will be taken from budget code 59001964.400. Glenna Pitarresi, Cindy Milkovich and David Hanson voted against the motion.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #026-11 the following resolution: Central Junior-Administration Building RESOLVED, that the Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations and Personnel be Capital Project; Authorization for named by the Board of Education to authorize expenditures of the Field Directive Expenditure Allowance specified in accordance with the schedule below, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations and Personnel is named by the Board of Education to authorize expenditures of up to an additional $40,000 with concurrent approval of the Superintendent of Schools, with the Board of Education retaining final approval of all change orders. Schedule: Contract No. 1 – MASONRY RESTORATION Marchuska Brothers Construction, LLC Field Directive Allowance Amount $40,000 Contract No. 2 – ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION Diekow Electric, Inc. Field Directive Allowance Amount $10,000
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #027-11 the following resolution: Personal Services Agreement with Lauren RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized Poehlman to sign a personal services agreement with Lauren Poehlman, the incoming Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations and Personnel.
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to #028-11 approve the following resolution: Bond Resolution – School Buses WHEREAS, at the Annual Meeting of the qualified voters of the Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, held on May 18, 2010, a proposition was 10 7/1/2010 duly adopted authorizing the Board of Education of said School District to purchase new school buses, for a maximum estimated cost of $690,100, and providing for the levy of a tax therefore to be collected in installments, with obligations of said School District to be issued in anticipation thereof; and WHEREAS, it is now desired to provide for such purchase of new school buses, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the affirmative vote of not less than two- thirds of the total voting strength of the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, as follows: Section 1. The purchase of new school buses for Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, including incidental equipment and expenses in connection therewith is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $690,100 Section 2. The plan for the financing of the aforesaid maximum estimated cost shall consist of the issuance of $690,100 bonds of said School District hereby authorized to be issued therefore pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Such bonds are to be payable from amounts which shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property in said School District, and the faith and credit of said Vestal Central School District, Broome and Tioga Counties, New York, are hereby pledged for the payment of said bonds and the interest thereon. Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is five years, pursuant to subdivision 29 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. Section 4. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the President of the Board of Education, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said President of the Board of Education, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 5. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues, and also the ability to issue serial bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be determined by the President of the Board of Education, the chief fiscal officer of such School District. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals, in addition to those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the President of the Board of Education shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 6. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: a) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said School District is not authorized to expend money, or b) The provisions of law which should be complied with as of the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or c) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 7. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Section 1.150-2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long- term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein. Section 8. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full or summary form in the Press and Sun Bulletin, which is hereby designated as the official newspaper of said School District for such purpose, together with a notice of the School District Clerk substantially in the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law.
11 7/1/2010 On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #029-11 the following resolution: Chapter 105 of the Laws, 2010 Part B BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District does Retirement Incentive – ERS Members hereby elect to provide the benefits of Part B of Chapter 105 of the Laws, 2010, commencing on July 1, 2010 for all eligible employees who retire with an effective date of retirement set during the 62 day period beginning with and immediately following the commencement date and who are otherwise eligible as specified by Part B of Chapter 105, Laws of 2010.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to #030-11 approve the following resolution: Chapter 105 of the Laws, 2010 Part B BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District does Retirement Incentive - TRS Members hereby elect to provide the benefits of the 2010 Part B retirement incentive program to all eligible employees who are members of the New York State Teachers’ Retirement System and who retire with an effective date of retirement during the “open period” commencing on July 1, 2010 and ending on August 31, 2010, and who are otherwise eligible to participate in such program.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #031-11 the following resolution: Appointment of Compliance Officers BE IT RESOLVED, that Annamary Allen be appointed compliance officer for the district from the period of July 1, 2010 through July 18, 2010, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Lauren Poehlman be appointed compliance officer from July 19, 2010 forward.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve #032-11 the following resolution: Fees for Use of Facilities RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve the attached schedule of fees to be charged for use of facilities by outside and community organizations, effective July 1, 2010.
Denny Heckel, 211 N Willis Avenue, Endwell, NY addressed the Board concerning 2 #033-11 coordinator of instruction openings in the administrative offices. Voice of the Public
Glenna Pitaressi addressed the Board concerning district email address for Board members.
Future meetings are as follows: #034-11 Tuesday, July 20, 2010 - @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Future Meetings Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building
Michon thanked Kim Myers for her years of dedicated service as Board President.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn #035-11 into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Executive Session Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education, negotiations and a matter of particular personnel.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #036-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 pm.
______Kay E. Ellis District Clerk 12 7/1/2010
VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOLS Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION Tuesday, July 1, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT:
Kim Myers Superintendent of Schools Mark LaRoach Jerry Etingoff Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – dismissed 8:55pm Joan Miller - ABSENT CSE Chairperson Anne Tristan Glenna Pitarresi Michon Stuart Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:40 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 19 students.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 9 students.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 3 Section 504 students.
The Board then discussed a matter of particular personnel and negotiations.
The Board returned to Open Session at 9:10 PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, July 20, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Cynthia Milkovich Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, and Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland Glenna Pitarresi Kim Myers Phyllis Wiley About 4 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Board #037-11 Conference Room of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 9 to 0 to appoint Kathleen #038-11 Loveland as Clerk Pro Tem for this meeting. Appointment of Clerk Pro Tem
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, Kim Myers was nominated for the position of Vice- #039-11 President of the Board for the 2010-11 school year. There were no more nominations. The Board voted 9 to Election of Vice-President 0 to elect Kim Myers to Vice-President of the Board for the 2010-11 school year. The oath of office was and Oath of Office administered.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #040-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee Executive Session on Preschool Special Education.
The Board returned to open session at 7:07 PM.
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 (with Joan Miller abstaining) #041-11 to approve the minutes of the July 1, 2010 meeting as corrected. Approval of Minutes
None #042-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: #043-11 --Liaisons: Michon Stuart asked Kim Myers to explain the role of liaisons. Kim said she felt that Board Reports members should come to agreement about that role and liaisons should make sure to ask another Board member to attend a building event, should the liaison not be able to attend. Kim also felt that liaisons should be a good way to address rumors and questions from their particular building/committee. Michon felt that the work of liaisons could be helpful in passing budgets. Dave Hanson thought that the liaisons should be listed in the District newsletter and do more than just attend PTA meetings.
Michon reported that the internal risk auditor met with the internal risk committee right before the evening’s Board meeting and that the committee will meet with Mark LaRoach and Lauren Poehlman on 8/13/10. The report is not ready yet and there will be another committee meeting with Piaker & Lyons on Friday 7/23/10. Kim asked what the process is. Mark LaRoach referred the question to Keith Olivet, who said that the Board established the procedure and this was the first year it was practiced; if the Board wishes to continue this procedure, the auditor will need to move up her report. Nora Hickey said she authored the procedure and understands the timeline will need to be adjusted.
Michon then discussed Board development. August 25th is the only day all Board members are available, so the day will run from 9:00 AM to noon and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Board Room (New Teacher Orientation will be going on in the Staff Development Room that day). Mark LaRoach would like to discuss financial planning for the future. Kim asked about lunch; this is to be determined.
Board work sessions on goals could occur at 6:00 PM, before meetings, after meetings, or Saturday mornings. Jerry Etingoff said he felt the Board members need constant and regular communications regarding SED changes, etc.
Cynthia Milkovich asked what the goals were that the Board was discussing. Michon explained that the Board had previously established goals and they would be reviewed.
Michon then talked about attendance at the NYSSBA Annual Convention. Mark said that it is helpful that the Board get as much information as possible at NYSSBA; and that it is helpful to the Superintendent to have a knowledgeable Board. Finances are tight but there can be budget code transfers. Mark said he believed Board members should be reimbursed for hotel and mileage. Kim said she felt it was discriminatory to exclude those Board members not able to pay their own expenses. David Hanson said that the Board cut travel for teachers and he felt it was dishonest to the taxpayers to say one thing and find money elsewhere. Joan Miller said she felt it was unreasonable to expect Board members to pay. Nora Hickey agreed that the training was beneficial but that there is not enough money in the budget. Information from the convention is available on-line after the convention. Phyllis Wiley agreed with Joan and Kim, saying that for years, the Board has gone, even in tough times. Glenna said that the training is incredibly valuable and that the networking that happens at the convention cannot be found on-line. But she said that David made a good point that the Board needs to be totally clear in the budget. Jerry said that, except for a financial windfall for his family, he wouldn’t have gone this year. It costs about $1000 per person. Since the Board cut staff and funds, maybe the Board needs to cap expenses. Kim said that in planning for the future, the Board needs to do a better job of budgeting for this. Line items are just our best guess and can be changed when necessary. That is an administrative decision. Mark LaRoach said that transparency is important; and the Board needs to budget appropriately, as if everyone is attending. Cynthia said that if it’s a Board goal, it would be appropriate to attend. Jerry proposed that the District pay 70% of the total costs. Kim said that didn’t address her point. Individual Board members can claim what they want to. Mark said that, except for meals, expenses can be estimated; Board members should adhere to the meal allowance. Nora suggested that the District pay for a limited number of Board members.
Joan Miller moved, Kim Myers seconded, that the District pay all costs associated with the convention, but adhere to the meal allowance. Glenna said she felt the Superintendent is encouraging the Board to be as educated as possible. David said that it was just as important for the teachers to have training and the Board is limiting them; he felt this was unconscionable. Kim felt that that was not comparable. Joan said that teachers come with training but Board members are ‘stupid’ and untrained.
The Board voted 5 to 4 (with Etingoff, Hanson, Hickey, & Stuart voting no). The motion passed.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: Mark wanted to discuss posting of Board members’ e-mail addresses. He cautioned self-restraint and that those e-mails could be subject to FOIL requests.
Glenna said that after thinking about this, she suggested a single e-mail address that all Board members could access, but that responses would only go out from the Board president. Joan said she likes letters and that the advantage of letters is that the writer has thought out, written out, stamped the envelope, etc. and that e-mails can be less thought-out. They are too easy. David said he doesn’t want to sift through all that e-mail. Kim asked if any Board members had heard that people haven’t been reached? If someone puts it in writing, we are obligated to respond. Jerry said that phone calls are wonderful and can be an educational experience (especially regarding budget) for the caller. Glenna said it was clear that people aren’t comfortable with the idea, but we are limiting accessibility. E-mail is how people communicate these days. David suggested the building liaisons give their personnel e-mail addresses to their respective PTA, etc. Kim asked what other
2 Boards are doing. Cindy said that the lawyers at the New Board Members workshop did not recommend it.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s #044-11 Report-June-Unaudited), Schedule B1 (General Report-June-Unaudited), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report- Acceptance/Approval of June-Unaudited), Schedule C (Bills-June-Unaudited), and Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests); and Schedules A, B1, B3, C, F, approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). and P
Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: SCHEDULE IP 2 RETIREMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENT: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE Marsh, Judith Coordinator of Instructional Technology Administrative Tenure Area: Coordinator 7/1/10
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: July 20, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS Level I: Art K-12 TBD 5/4/10 Restuccia, Melissa 7/20/10 Guidance K-12 TBD 5/4/10 Lowenstein, Sarah 7/20/10 Level II: English 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 Rosa, Melissa 7/20/10 English Chairperson Gr.9-12 Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Dunham, Jeffrey (co) 7/20/10 English Chairperson Gr.9-12 Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Zimmet, Nancy (co) 7/20/10 Foreign Language 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 Padavona, Teresa 7/20/10 Foreign Language 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Bossong, Elizabeth 7/20/10 Health 7-12 TBD 5/4/10 Dundon, Roxanne (co) 7/20/10 Health 7-12 TBD 5/4/10 Joyce, Michael (co) 7/20/10 Home & Careers 7-12 TBD 5/4/10 Jackson, Patricia 7/20/10 Mathematics 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 Schultz, Colleen 7/20/10 Mathematics 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Rieben, Steven (co) 7/20/10 Mathematics 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Nardocci, John (co) 7/20/10 Physical Education 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 Williams, David 7/20/10 Physical Education 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Hayes, Ryan (co) 7/20/10 Physical Education 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Reynolds, Debra (co) 7/20/10 Science 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 Miller, Jacqueline 7/20/10 Earth Science Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Livingstone, Christine 7/20/10 Biology Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Cerra, James 7/20/10 Chemistry Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Suggs, Tracy 7/20/10 Physics Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Anderson, John 7/20/10 Social Studies 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 O’Brien, Kelly 7/20/10 Special Education 6-8 TBD 5/4/10 Strano, Carol 7/20/10 Special Education 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Baker, Barbara 7/20/10 Technology 7-8 TBD 5/4/10 Osinski, David 7/20/10 Technology 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 LaDue, Kevin 7/20/10 Level III: TBD 5/4/10 7/20/10 SNT/RN K-12 TBD 5/4/10 Dutkowsky, Lynne (co) 7/20/10 SNT/RN K-12 TBD 5/4/10 Forsberg, Janice (co) 7/20/10 ADVISORS: TBD 5/4/10 7/20/10 Art Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Bowers, Sean 7/20/10 Bear Facts Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Vanderpool, Susan (co) 7/20/10 Bear Facts Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Zimmet, Nancy (co) 7/20/10 Class Advisor-Freshman Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Daino, Stephanie 7/20/10 Class Advisor-Sophomore Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Groves, Jessica 7/20/10 Class Advisor-Junior Senior High TBD 5/4/10 King, Jean 7/20/10 Class Advisor-Senior Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Slocum, Carolyn 7/20/10
3 Environmental Awareness Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Livingstone, Christine (co) 7/20/10 Environmental Awareness Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Porigow, David (co) 7/20/10 French Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Ait Oumessaoud, 7/20/10 Elizabeth Gay/Straight Alliance Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Wallach, Merryl 7/20/10 German Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 White, Steven 7/20/10 Honor Society Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Smith, Christi 7/20/10 Interact Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Reid, Amanda 7/20/10 Mathletes Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Townsend, Melissa (co) 7/20/10 Mathletes Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Lukasik, Kathleen (co) 7/20/10 Mock Trial Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Yajko, Teal 7/20/10 Peace Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Dempsey, Therese 7/20/10 Science Club (1) co ½ Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Harrison, Nancy (co) 7/20/10 Science Club (2) (Magic Show) Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Van Wie, Roseanne 7/20/10 Science Olympiad (co-head) Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Livingstone, Christine (co) 7/20/10 Science Olympiad (co-head) Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Porigow, David (co) 7/20/10 Ski Club (Grades 9-12) (1) Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Bowers, Sean 7/20/10 Ski Club (Grades 9-12) (2) Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Philipson, Wayne 7/20/10 Spanish Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Doolittle, Karen 7/20/10 Students Against Drunk Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Quilty, Linda 7/20/10 Driving Student Bookstore Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Martino, Rebecca 7/20/10 Tech Club Advisor Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Durham, Peter 7/20/10 Varsity Club Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Drexler-Smith, Jennie 7/20/10 Yearbook Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Vanderpool, Susan (co) 7/20/10 Yearbook Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Weisse, Brian (co) 7/20/10 Book Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Connors, Diane (co) 7/20/10 Book Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Wolf, Michelle (co) 7/20/10 Drama Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel 7/20/10 History Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Spierling, Jeffrey 7/20/10 Math-a-lon Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Dinnel, Joan (co) 7/20/10 Math-a-lon Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Place, Suzanne 7/20/10 Math Counts Middle School TBD 5/4/10 D’Angelo, JoAnn (co) 7/20/10 Math Counts Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Jeremko, Catherine (co) 7/20/10 Musical Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel (co) 7/20/10 Musical Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Warneck, Aubrey (co) 7/20/10 Newspaper Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Fitzpatrick, Deborah (co) 7/20/10 Newspaper Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Solinsky, Angela (co) 7/20/10 Science Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Paulo, Dean 7/20/10 Ski Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Paulo, Dean (co) 7/20/10 Ski Club Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Lauth, Charles (co) 7/20/10 Student Government Middle School TBD 5/4/10 Croteau, Ginelle (co) 7/20/10 Student Government Middle School TBD 5/4/10 McTigie, Elizabeth (co) 7/20/10 Yearbook Middle School TBD 5/4/10 McTigue, Elizabeth 7/20/10 OTHER: Bus Supervision-Late SH TBD 5/4/10 Babcock, Lorie 7/20/10 Bus Sueprvision-AM Inside SH TBD 5/4/10 Philipson, Wayne 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-AM Outside SH TBD 5/4/10 Hoover, Margaret 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-AM MS TBD 5/4/10 McTigue, Elizabeth 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-AM MS TBD 5/4/10 Williams, David 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-PM MS TBD 5/4/10 Covert, Denton III 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-PM MS TBD 5/4/10 Watson, Darren 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-AM CA TBD 5/4/10 Daglio, Steven 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-PM CA TBD 5/4/10 Liberatore, Karen 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-AM & PM GL TBD 5/4/10 Wozniak, Mary 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-AM VH TBD 5/4/10 Barton, Kay 7/20/10 Bus Supervision-PM VH TBD 5/4/10 Crowle, Stephen 7/20/10 Cafeteria Duty/(Sem. 1/Per. 5) MS TBD 5/4/10 Daino, Jeremy 7/20/10 Cafeteria Duty/(Sem. 1/Per. 5) MS TBD 5/4/10 Paulo, Dean 7/20/10
4 Cafeteria Duty/(Sem. 1/Per. 6) MS TBD 5/4/10 Covert, Denton III 7/20/10 Cafeteria Duty/(Sem. 1/Per. 6) MS TBD 5/4/10 Watson, Darren 7/20/10 Cafeteria Duty/(Sem. 1/Per. 7) MS TBD 5/4/10 Herringshaw, Joseph 7/20/10 Cafeteria Duty/(Sem. 1/Per. 7) MS TBD 5/4/10 Osinski, David 7/20/10 Science Distribution CA TBD 5/4/10 Tastle, Geraldine 7/20/10 Science Distribution VH TBD 5/4/10 Danek, Pamela 7/20/10 Odyssey of the Mind K-12 TBD 5/4/10 Lowenstein, Sarah (co) 7/20/10 Coordinator (co) Odyssey of the Mind K-12 TBD 5/4/10 Smith, Scott 7/20/10 Coordinator (co) Odyssey of the Mind MS TBD 5/4/10 Smith, Scott 7/20/10 Pool Scheduling SH TBD 5/4/10 Harrington, Donna 7/20/10 Substitute Para/Clerical Caller VMS TBD 5/4/10 Fedor, Catherine 7/20/10 Substitute Teacher Clerk Adm TBD 5/4/10 Pittarelli, Stella 7/20/10
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Ackley, Andrew Custodian PT/S Facilities & Oper. 7/21/10 To accept Cleaner PT/S position Bates, Jenine Teacher Aide Tioga Hills 7/12/10
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS-SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Ackley, Andrew Cleaner PT/S 7/21/10 * Witman, Mary Typist PT/S 7/21/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 8A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional appointment is necessary in relation to the appointment of an employee, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective employee having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective employee, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days or the approval of the appointment of such individual, whichever occurs first.: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Witman, Mary Typist PT/S 7/21/10 SC HEDULE NIP 9B PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROB PERIOD SALARY REMARKS * Chunat, Kelly Bus Attendant Transportation 7/21/10-8/3/11 $8.44/hr 52-week probationary period (Driver in Training) * Fisher, Anthony Bus Attendant Transportation 7/21/10-8/3/11 $8.44/hr 52-week probationary period (Driver in Training)
* pending fingerprint clearance
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SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENTS TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that emergency conditional appointments are necessary in relation to the appointment of employees, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective employees having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department applications for conditional appointments and the fingerprints of the prospective employees, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointments are hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these appointments shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days or the approval of the appointments of such individuals, whichever occurs first.: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROB PERIOD SALARY REMARKS EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Chunat, Kelly Bus Attendant Transportation 7/21/10-8/3/11 $8.44/hr 52-week (Driver in Training) probationary period Fisher, Anthony Bus Attendant Transportation 7/21/10-8/3/11 $8.44/hr 52-week (Driver in Training) probationary period
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Fitzgerald, Patricia Bus Driver Transportation 8/26/10 $8.44/hr 52-week Kocenko, Mary Senior Typist Administration 9/1/10 probationary Martin, Luann Bus Driver Transportation 8/12/10 period
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #045-11 resolution: Bid Award for Milk and Ice RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the Cream Items cooperative bid for milk and ice cream items through the Broome County Specification Group for the 2010- 2011school year.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Phyllis Wiley the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #046-11 resolution: Change Order Number TL- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order TL-01 for Barber Marketing, Inc. (BMI 01; ARE Supply) to provide credit for unused field directive allowance for the African Road Elementary School for the total amount of ($2,000).
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #047-11 resolution: Initial Purchase of BOCES WHEREAS, on April 27, 2010, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to Services participate in BOCES services for the 2010-11 fiscal year, therefore BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to sign the initial contract for purchases.
None #049-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting #050-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:00PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building Wednesday, August 25, 2010 – BOARD DEVELOPMENT @ 9:00 AM Board Conference Room – Administration Building
6 On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #051-11 Session to discuss negotiations. Executive Session
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #052-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 PM.
______Kathleen Loveland, District Clerk Pro Tem
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, July 20, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Cynthia Milkovich Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland Glenna Pitarresi Kim Myers – Vice President Phyllis Wiley CSE Specialist James Lucenti
Executive Session commenced at 7:03 PM in the small conference room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 19 students, the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 9 students, and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 6 Section 504 students.
The session was adjourned at 7:04 PM.
______Kathleen Loveland, District Clerk Pro Tem
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, July 20, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Cynthia Milkovich Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Pro Tem Kathleen Loveland Glenna Pitarresi Kim Myers – Vice President District Negotiator Keith Olivet Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:20 PM in the Board Conference room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed negotiations.
The session was adjourned at 8:32 PM.
______Kathleen Loveland, District Clerk Pro Tem
2010 7-20 MIN
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, August 10, 2010 REVISED
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers– Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson – ABSENT School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi -ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley About 20 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Board Room #053-11 of the Administration Building. Call to Order
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #054-11 Executive Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel. Executive Session
The Board returned to Open Session at 7:00PM and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. #055-11 Pledge of Allegiance
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #056-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Executive Session Committee on Preschool Special Education.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #057-11 July 20, 2010 meeting as written. Approval of Minutes
None. #058-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Board President Michon Stuart reported: #059-11 --Liaisons: Nora reported that the internal audit committee will meet 8/13 at 2:30pm and will bring its Reports findings to the next meeting. The entrance meeting was held with the external auditor and their field work will be completed in September. --Michon commented on the report from the clerk regarding a recently attended district clerk workshop. --The Board photo will try to be scheduled for the August 24th meeting at 6pm. Time permitting, the Board’s Code of Conduct will be reviewed. --A tentative timetable to review goals and priorities previously established was set: September 14th – Blackboard/Technology, September 28th – Math/ELA, October 12th – Facilities, October 26th – Curriculum and Professional Development. --Cindy reviewed strategic planning information. --The Board will have an all day workshop on August 25, beginning at 9am. Lunch will be provided. --At the request of the Superintendent, the agenda meeting for the August 24th meeting will be held on Monday, August 16th at 1pm.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mark distributed a copy of an email from NYCOSS regarding the additional allocations being distributed by the Federal Government. District allotments are unknown. --Mark reported on the SED’s change in benchmarks. This change in the ratings could increase the number of Vestal students who would be then eligible for AIS by 20%. --Mary reviewed the elementary enrollment is monitoring class sizes at African Road and Clayton Avenue. --Ann Tristan provided a written report, the Oak Tree program in the high school will remain a BOCES service in September. Currently there are 8:1:1 programs at the elementary and middle school levels. --Lauren reviewed the proposal from Linstar for card access in the buildings. It will be rolled out in one building first to work out any bugs before going district wide. --Information regarding the tax rates for the 2010-11 school year was distributed and discussed.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept Schedule G #060-11 (Superintendent’s Transfers); and approve Schedule H (Bid Awards: Uniforms, Musical Instruments), Acceptance/Approval of Schedule I (Board Transfers), and Schedule P (Personnel Changes). Schedules G, H, I, and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Abbey, Ann Marie Substitute Teacher 8/4/10 Other employment
SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROB. PERIOD TENURE SALARY Baldwin, Alejandra Foreign Language Teacher Foreign Language Initial 9/1/10-6/30/13 9/1/13 TBD Swart, Stephenie Music Teacher Music Cond Initial 9/1/10-6/30/13 9/1/13 TBD
SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Bernhardt, Kathleen Elementary Initial BS 9/1/10 Reinstatement Williams, Emily Elementary Permanent MSED 9/2/10 Reinstatement
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 1 and 10 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: August 10, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Football: Varsity Asst VOLUNTEER Fall Season Smith, Jeffrey 8/10/10 Football: Varsity Asst VOLUNTEER Fall Season Angelo, John 8/10/10 MUSIC All Seasons Sports Band Director Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Lewis, Melinda 8/10/10 All Seasons Sports Band Asst Director Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Dowches, Mark 8/10/10 All Seasons Sports Band Asst Band Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Gensler, Becky 8/10/10
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Roberts, Jonathan Bus Driver PT/S Transportation 7/27/10
SCHEDULE NIP 2 RETIREMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Vroman, David Custodian 2nd Shift, VMS 8/1/10
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Mullen, Dina Temporary Custodian 7/8/10-7/29/10
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Botting, Nancy Food Service Helper PT District wide 9/15/10 Metcalf, Lindsey Bus Attendant Transportation 9/17/10 Richardson, Wayne Bus Driver Transportation 9/17/10 Tokarz, Valerie Senior Typist Glenwood 9/9/10
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #061-11 resolution: Lease of Central Junior for RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign the lease BOCES Program for classrooms, the gymnasium, and 9 parking spaces with the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) for operation of an alternative education program in Central Junior High School for a one-year period beginning July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011, subject to the right to renew in accordance with said lease.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #062-11 resolution: Textbook Adoptions RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the following textbooks for use, as detailed in the attached memorandums: Ross Corners Christian Academy: New Perspectives on Computer Concepts, 2011, Introductory by J. Jamrich Parsons and D. Oja; Grades 7-8; List Price: $67.50 each New Perspectives on HTML and XHMTL; 5th Edition; Introductory by P. Carey; Grades 9-12; List Price: $52.25 each New Perspectives on Microsoft Office Access 2007, Comprehensive, Premium Video Edition by J. Adamski & K. Finnegan; Grades 11-12; List Price: $86.00 each New Perspectives on Microsoft Office Excel 2007, Comprehensive, Premium Video Edition by J. Jamrich Parsons, D. Oja, R. Ageloff, & P. Carey; Grades 11-12; List Price: $86.00 each
Vestal Central School District: United States History and New York History: Beginnings to 1877; by W. Deverell & D. Gray White; Grade 7 Social Studies; List Price $77.95each Prentice Hall Science Explorer: Physical Science; by D. Frank, T. Griffith Jones, S. Miller, J. Pasachoff, & C. Wainwright; Grade 8 Physical Science; List Price: $74.97 each
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #063-11 resolution: Contractual Agreements with RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign two (2) Binghamton University’s agreements with the Binghamton University Children’s Unit to provide educational services (tuition) for Children’s Unit the 10-month (September-June) portion of the 12-month program of the 2010-11 school year for two (2) students, as approved by the Committee on Special Education in accordance with terms outlined in the agreements.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #064-11 resolution: Lease Agreement with Recess RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a Resources, Inc. lease agreement for a period of one year with Recess Resources, Inc. for the rental of nine rooms in the former Central Junior High School in accordance with said agreement effective September 1, 2010 through August 31, 2011.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #065-11 resolution: Agreement with Union RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into an Endicott for Substitute agreement with the Union Endicott Central School District to form a substitute teacher calling service for Registry the 2010-11 school year, per attached.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #066-11 resolution: Contract with Auctions RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President be authorized to sign an agreement with Auctions International, Inc. International, Inc. for the sale of educational institution assets, for a period of two (2) years after contract is executed, and in accordance with the terms outlined in the agreement. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #067-11 resolution: Declaration of Obsolete RESOLVED that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare the Vehicles attached list of vehicles as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance with Board Policy 5250.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #068-11 resolution: Acceptance of Bid Award- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the Bread Products cooperative bid for bread products through the Broome County Specification Group for the three year period 2010-2013.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #069-11 resolution: Vestal Facilities Project – Central Junior High: 03-16-01-06-0-017-006 Diekow Electric, Inc. RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement with Diekow Electric, Inc. for electrical construction per bid specifications, accepted by the Board of Education at its June 22, 2010 meeting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #070-11 resolution: Acceptance of Gift RESOLVED, that the Board of Education pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gift: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation for $350.00 Knoll-Macdonald Vestal Central Odyssey of the Mind Foundation School District
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #071-11 resolution: Tax Rate: 2010-11 School RESOLVED, that the tax rate for the 2010-11 school year be set at Year $ 19.6343 per thousand for the Town of Vestal portion of the District, and $ 25.8353 per thousand for the Town of Owego portion of the District, and $ 29.9835 per thousand for the Town of Binghamton portion of the District; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the District School Taxes for the 2010-11 school year will be received by the School Tax Collector through the M&T Bank without penalty for one month beginning on September 2, 2010 and ending on October 1, 2010 and at 2% thereafter, up to and including November 1, 2010. There will be no collections on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #072-11 resolution: Appointment of Designated RESOLVED, that Annamary Z. Allen be appointed by the Board of Education as Designated Educational Educational Official and Official and School Pesticide Representative until further action. School Pesticide Representative
The Board reviewed proposed revisions to policies #1330, #3420, #3421, #4220 and on motion by Jerry #073-11 Etingoff, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve them. Policy
Lynne Theophanis, 225 Front Street, Vestal, addressed the Board concerning the 5th grade sections at #074-11 Clayton Avenue Elementary. She presented the Board with a petition signed by 53 persons. Voice of the Public Andrea Chadwick, 209 Reece Ave, Vestal, addressed the Board concerning the 5th grade sections at Clayton Avenue Elementary. Laura Truesdell, 517 Hazel Drive, Vestal, addressed the Board concerning the 5th grade sections at Clayton Avenue Elementary.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:00 PM Regular Meeting (possible Board Photo) #075-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Wednesday, August 25, 2010 – BOARD DEVELOPMENT @ 9:00AM Board Conference Room – Administration Building
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #076-11 Session to discuss VTA negotiations. Executive Session
The Board took a short break from 8:30 – 8:35pm. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #077-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, August 10, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers – Vice-President Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson –ABSENT Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi – ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich B. Bruce Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 6:00PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed a matter of particular personnel.
The session was adjourned at 7:00 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, August 10, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart– President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson –ABSENT School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi – ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley CSE Specialist Jim Lucenti
Executive Session commenced at 7:02PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 44 students and 9 504 students.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 6 students
The session was adjourned at 7:12PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #3 Tuesday, August 10, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers – Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson – ABSENT School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi - ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:35 PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed VTA negotiations.
The session was adjourned at 8:55 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
2010 8-10 MIN
Vestal Central School District Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING Friday, August 13, 2010 REVISED
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT:
Michon Stuart - President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers –Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Nora Hickey Cynthia Milkovich Joan Miller - ABSENT Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley
The Board meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by President Michon Stuart in the Small Conference #078-11 Room of the Administration Building. Call to Order
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve Schedule P. #079-11 Schedule P
Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROB. PERIOD TENURE SALARY *Bruce, Bradley Elementary Principal Administrative Permanent TBD TBD TBD *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE IP 3A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROB. PERIOD TENURE SALARY Bruce, Bradley Elementary Principal Administrative Permanent TBD TBD TBD
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #080-11 Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:06 AM.
______Kay E. Ellis, District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, August 24, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers – Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, and Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley – left 7:05PM About 30 Visitors
The Board gathered at 6:00 PM for its annual photograph.
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Small #081-11 Conference Room of the Administration Building. Call to Order
The Board began reviewing the Board of Education Code of Conduct. Each section was read and members #082-11 were asked for comments. The Board decided to continue this discussion at the end of the business meeting. Work Session
On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #083-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education. Executive Session
The Board returned to open session at 7:15 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #084-11 August 10, 2010 and August 13, 2010 meetings as written. Approval of Minutes
None. #085-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: #086-11 --Liaisons: David reported he met with the principal at Vestal Hills and will be attending the parent group Reports meeting. Jerry reported the Policy Committee is still moving forward, reviewing the 7000 section which is student related. Glenna attended the Understanding by Design workshop. Cindy reported that District Council will sponsor Part 2 of Rachel’s Challenge on Sept 19 with assemblies at the Middle School, Senior High and the African Road Auditorium in the evening for parents. --New teacher orientation will be tomorrow beginning at 8:00am for the four new staff members --Orientation for 12th graders is August 31st, 9th grade orientation is September 2nd --Board development will begin at 9:00am tomorrow in the Board Conference Room --The Internal Risk Assessment Audit is to be acknowledged as being received by the Board. The 90 day period to create an action plan begins.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mark congratulated the new coordinators – Dodie Ainslie and Larry Dake. --Mary review the elementary enrollment, recommended opening school with the current configuration --Mark reviewed some of the topics for Board development tomorrow
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s #087-11 Report-July), Schedule B1 (General Report-July), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-July), Schedule C Acceptance/Approval of (Bills-July), and Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests); and approve Schedule P (Personnel Schedules A, B1, B3, C, F, Changes). and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Carangelo, Wendy Substitute Teacher 8/6/10 Other employment
SCHEDULE IP3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFCATE PROBATIONARY TENURE SALARY DATE DATE Ainslie, Doris Coordinator of Administrative: SDL/SBL 9/1/10-8/31/13 9/1/13 TBD Instruction Coordinator Dake, Jr., Lawrence Coordinator of Administrative: SDL/SBL 9/1/10-8/31/13 9/1/13 TBD Instruction Coordinator
SCHEDULE IP4A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE APPOINTMENTS: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Reynolds, Joseph Physical Education Permanent BS 9/1/10-6/30/11 Permanent Substitute
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 1, 8, and 10 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: August 24, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Football: JV VOLUNTEER Fall Season Campbell, David 8/24/10 Soccer: Varsity-B VOLUNTEER Fall Season Hogan, Joseph 8/24/10 OTHER Science Distribution GL TBD 5/4/10 Wilke, Rosemary 8/24/10 MUSIC Musical Director Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Vibbert, Vicki 8/24/10
SCHEDULE IP5 PART-TIME APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PART-TIME APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION CERTIFICATION EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Mugavero, Julie 0.8 German Teacher Permanent 9/1/10-6/30/11 TBD
SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION CERTIFICATION EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Frye, Holly Elementary Teacher Elementary 9/7/10-11/30/10 Family Responsibilities Siegrist, Valery Physical Ed Teacher Physical Education 9/1/10-6/30/11 Family Responsibilities
SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFICATION EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS
Fey, Jesse Social Studies Teacher Social Studies Professional 9/1/10 TBD Hawley, Nicole Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 9/1/10-11/30/10 TBD Permanent Substitute
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SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Abare, Tamara-Jo Teacher Aide African Road 8/31/10 Personal reasons Culligan, Lori Teacher Aide Vestal Hills 8/18/10 Personal reasons Malek, Bernice Teacher Aide Clayton Ave 9/1/10 Personal reasons Surdoval, Kathleen Teacher Aide Middle School 8/18/10 Personal reasons Warfle, Patricia Cook Senior High 9/1/10 Personal reasons
SCHEDULE NIP 2 RETIREMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Goldstone, Flora Teacher Aide (Monitor) Senior High 9/1/10 Zvolensky, Karen Typist Administration 3/1/11
SCHEDULE NIP 4 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROB. PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Fitzgerald, Roxanna Teacher Aide 7 hrs/day Middle School TBD TBD Previous Teaching Assistant
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS-SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Zvolensky, Karen Typist PT/S 3/1/11
SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Lord, Rebecca Teacher Aide (Monitor) Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 4 hrs/day Robinson, Cynthia Teacher Aide (Monitor) Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 4 hrs/day *Wayman, Brenda Teacher Aide (Monitor) Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 4 hrs/day * pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 9B RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Wayman, Brenda Teacher Aide (Monitor) Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 4 hrs/day
On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #088-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval: Cross- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to the Vestal Cross Country team for an Country Team to McQuaid overnight trip to attend the McQuaid Invitational in Rochester, NY from October 2, 2010 through October 3, 2010.
3 On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #089-11 resolution: Receipt of Internal Audit RESOLVED, that the receipt of the Internal Audit Risk Assessment Report for the 2009-10 fiscal year is Risk Assessment Report hereby acknowledged and the Clerk of the Board of Education is hereby directed to enter said report in the minutes of this meeting.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following resolution: #090-11 WHEREAS, Chapter 73 of the laws of 1977 amended Section 1318 subdivision 1 of the Real Property Tax Tax Warrant for 2010-11 Law requires the tax warrant to state the amount of unappropriated fund balance, and WHEREAS, the entire fund balance at the close of the last fiscal year must be applied in determining the amount of the school tax levy except for an amount not to exceed 4% of the 2010-11 school budget which amount is $2,813,244 and WHEREAS, the Board of Education has established certiorari reserve funds for claims made in fiscal years ending June 30, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and hereby for fiscal year ending June 30, 2010 for the purpose of providing funds that may be needed for the settlement of assessment claims outstanding, and WHEREAS, the District has received assessment reduction claims in an amount no less than $7,000,000, and WHEREAS, on March 24, 2009 the Board of Education established a Repair Reserve Fund in accordance with Section 6-d of the General Municipal Law with the ultimate amount to be $1,000,000 plus accrued interest and other investment income, and WHEREAS, Board of Education established a retirement contribution reserve fund pursuant to the provisions of Section 6-r of the General Municipal Law for the purpose of financing retirement contributions payable by the Vestal Central School District to the New York State and Local Employees Retirement System on April 12, 2005, therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tax Certiorari Reserve balance be $3,309,403, and BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, that the Repair Reserve balance be $781,185, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Retirement Contribution Reserve balance be $1,684,831, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $3,450,000 of the unreserved fund balance be applied to the reduction of the 2010-11 tax levy, thereby the Board of Education retaining an unappropriated fund balance of $2,777,919 from the total unreserved unappropriated fund balance of $6,227,919, and BE IT ADDITIONALLY RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: To the Tax Collector of the Vestal Central School District, Towns of Vestal, Binghamton and Owego, Counties of Broome and Tioga in New York State, You are hereby commanded: 1. To give notice and start collection on September 2, 2010 (in accordance with the provisions of Section 1322 of the Real Property Tax Law). 2. To give notice that tax collection will end on November 1, 2010. 3. To collect taxes in the total sum of $41,190,030 (less STAR adjustments required by statute) in the same manner that collectors are authorized to collect town and county taxes in accordance with the provision of Section 1318 of the Real Property Tax Law. 4. To make no changes or alterations in the tax warrant or the attached tax rolls but shall return the same to the Board of Education. The Board may recall its warrant and tax roll for correction of errors or omissions in accordance with the provisions of Section 1316 of the Real Property Tax Law. 5. To forward by mail to each owner of real property listed on the tax rolls within ten days after the start of collection a statement of taxes due on his property on press-numbered tax bill forms provided by the school district in accordance with the provisions of Section 933 of the Real Property Tax Law. To forward by mail, without interest penalties, to the office of the county treasurer a detailed tax bill of all state land parcels liable for taxes on the school tax rolls in accordance with provisions of Section 540 and 544 of the Real Property Tax Law. 6. To receive from each of the taxable corporations and natural persons the sums listed on the attached tax rolls without interest penalties when such sums are paid before the end of the first month of the tax collection period. To add two percent interest penalties to all taxes collected during the second month of the tax collection and to account for such sums as income due to the school district. 7. To issue press-numbered receipts only on forms provided by the school district in acknowledgement of receipt of payments of taxes and to retain, preserve and file exact copies of all such receipts issued as required by Section 987 of the Real Property Tax Law. 8. To promptly return the warrant at its expiration and, if any taxes on the attached tax rolls shall be unpaid at that time, deliver an accounting thereof on forms showing by town the total assessed valuation, tax rate, the total tax levy, the total amounts remaining uncollected as required by Section 1330 of the Real Property Tax Law. The warrant is issued pursuant to Section 910, 912, and 914 of the Real Property Tax Law and is delivered in 4 accordance with Section 1306 and 1318 of this law. It is effective immediately and after it is properly signed by a majority of the Board of Education, the warrant shall expire on the date stated above unless a renewal or extension has been endorsed on the face of this warrant in writing in accordance with Section 1318, subdivision 2, of the Real Property Tax Law.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #091-11 resolution: IDEA Flow-Through Funds RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District as Local Education Agency (LEA) be authorized to sign an agreement with the following organization as an Approved Special Education Program Provider (ASEP) to provide services to special education students, in accordance with the Individuals With Disabilities Act (IDEA). Franziska Racker Center
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #092-11 resolution: Agreement with Vestal RESOLVED, that the 2000-2012 Agreement between the Superintendent of Schools and the Vestal Teachers’ Association Teachers’ Association is hereby implemented and the additional funds are provided in accordance with Civil Service Law 204A, effective from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2012. Michon Stuart abstained from the vote. On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #093-11 resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that emergency conditional Appointments appointments are necessary in relation to appointments of contractors, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractors having filed statements regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department applications for conditional appointments and the fingerprints of the prospective contractors, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointments are hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these appointments shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning August 24, 2010 or the approval of the appointments of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Jill Klusoczky, Nurse Kristen Blazey, Nurse
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #094-11 resolution: Vestal RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President be authorized to sign an agreement with Marchuska Facilities Project – Brothers Construction, LLC for masonry restoration as per bid specifications, accepted by the Board of Marchuska Brothers Education at its June 22, 2010 meeting. Construction LLC Central Junior High: 03-16-01-06-0-017-006
Denny Heckel, 211 N Willis Avenue, Endicott, NY thanked the Board for supporting the VTA contract. #095-11 Voice of the Public
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 – BOARD DEVELOPMENT – 9:00 am #096-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, September 14, 2010 – 7:00 pm Board Conference Room – Administration Building Tuesday, September 28, 2010 – 7:00 pm Board Conference Room – Administration Building
The Board resumed reviewing the Code of Conduct. A sub committee was formed: Cindy Milkovich, Jerry Etingoff and Kim Myers.
The Board took a short break from 7:55pm – 8 :00pm On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #097-11 Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel and an update on VTA and VAA negotiations. Executive Session
On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #098-11 5 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:25PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, August 24, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers – Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley Director of Special Education Anne Tristan
Executive Session commenced at 7:05PM in the small conference room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 8 students and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 3 Section 504 students.
The session was adjourned at 7:14 PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, August 24, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers – Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – left 9:15pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi District Negotiator Keith Olivet Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:00PM in the Board Conference room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed a matter of particular personnel and an update on VTA and VAA negotiations.
The session was adjourned at 9:25PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
BOE: 2010 8-24 MIN
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BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING Friday, August 25, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT:
Michon Stuart - President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers –Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson District Clerk Kay Ellis Nora Hickey Cynthia Milkovich Facilitator Keith Olivet Joan Miller Controller John Harvey Glenna Pitarresi About 14 visitors Phyllis Wiley – arrived 11:45am
The Board meeting was called to order at 9:01AM by President Michon Stuart in the Board Room of the #099-11 Administration Building. Call to Order
Mark reviewed the agenda for the workshop. Keith gave an overview as the facilitator of the meeting. The #100-11 mission statement and district goals were reviewed and discussed. Topics were listing in the ‘parking lot’ for Work Session later review. These items include updating the mission statement and goals with 21st century skills language, rename/regrouping priorities, communication and parent involvement, also items not addressed from last years workshop. Discussion continued with a focus on the financial position of the district. BOCES services, consolidation, state aid were among the items discussed.
The Board took a short break at 10:10am.
The discussion of financial issues continued. Lauren presented a model of scenarios regarding reductions in spending for the 2010-11 year, state aid allotments and reserves and the impact they would have on the district financial status.
The Board attended a picnic from noon-1:00pm
Keith resumed the power point presentation on financial and budgetary issues. Mary reviewed the new standards from NYS. The Board discussed scoring, mastery levels and student achievement.
Comments were welcomed from visitors. Denny Heckel commented on the effect that cuts will have on staff morale. Ann Loose commented on the tangible effects cuts will have concerning staff purchases. Communication with all stakeholders was discussed.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #101-11 Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 3:30PM.
______Kay E. Ellis, District Clerk
T:\Board\Minutes\2010 8-25 MIN.docx Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, September 14, 2010 REVISED
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart – President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers– Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff - ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey - ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Cynthia Milkovich Student Government Representative John Deming – dismissed 8:55pm Phyllis Wiley About 15 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Board Room #102-11 of the Administration Building and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #103-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Executive Session Committee on Preschool Special Education.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of #104-11 the August 24, 2010 and August 25, 2010 meetings as written. Approval of Minutes
None. #105-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Board President Michon Stuart reported: #106-11 --Liaisons: Cindy attended the staff meeting at Glenwood on 9/7. She also attended the Student Reports Leadership workshop held for 60 students and was very impressed. Kim has contacted Catherine Hepler and will attend an upcoming staff meeting. A joint community service project at the Discovery Center is being looked at to do with Binghamton CSD IB students. Kim spoke with Fran Majewski from the Town of Vestal and a meeting will be set up. David attended the parent group meeting at Vestal Hills, there was a good turnout. Glenna announced the Consolidation Committee will meet 9/22. She has been in touch with the new principal at Clayton Ave and will set up a meeting in the future. --Kim distributed a draft written by the liaison subcommittee to be sent to all buildings identifying the role of Board liaisons. The Board came to consensus that the consistent message would be sent by each building liaison to their respective buildings via the District Clerk. Liaisons were asked to provide contact information they wanted to use. The district clerk will send out to the buildings the uniform message for inclusion in their building communications. --the voting delegate at the NYSSBA conference in October will be shared between Glenna, Michon and Jerry (if he wishes) --David reported the audit committee met last week and a resolution will be forthcoming. --Parking lot items were discussed. The Board will discuss the “leftover” items at the 6:00pm Board development session on 9/28. --Board members going to the NYSSBA conference were given an invitation to a dinner on 10/21. RSVPs back to BCK by 9/16. --Michon spoke of the unanimous Board support for Ed Giegucz, a retired employee who has since passed away. The following statement was read: “In recognition of Ed Giegucz’ years of exemplary service to Vestal, the Board plans to place a plaque in his honor in an appropriate location associated with Special Education and establish a monument in conjunction with the family”.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mike Rotondi answered questions regarding undersubscribed courses at the Senior High. --Elementary student enrollment figures were presented. Those classrooms with 26 students have a teacher’s aide assigned. Numbers will be monitored. --A new IEP template will go into effect January 1st. Staff training will be necessary.
Student Government John Deming reported: --John introduced Emily Miller, Student Government Treasurer. --John felt the student leadership workshop was very successful, informative and should be continued. --Rachel’s Challenge is this week. --They are looking at forming a council of clubs to promote unity in the building among the various clubs. A slogan contest is being planned. --Homecoming plans are being made. --Student government representatives will be helping on Curriculum Night to direct parents/guardians. --They want to promote community involvement this year.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule F (Travel #107-11 and Conference Requests); and approve Schedule H (Bid Awards: Contract Busing), and Schedule P Acceptance/Approval of (Personnel Changes). Schedules F, H, and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Olivet, Keith Per Diem Administrator 9/14/10
SCHEDULE IP 3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFICATION PROB. PERIOD TENURE DATE SALARY Miller, Sarah Reading Teacher Reading Initial 9/1/09-6/30/12 9/1/12 TBD
SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS LaMont, Erin Special Education Initial MSED 9/1/10-12/31/10 Permanent Substitute Reilly, Madelyn Music Permanent BM 9/15/10 Reinstatement
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 1, 5, 8, and 9 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: September 14, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Cross-Country: V-B/G Volunteer Fall Season Lorenz, Lyann 9/14/10 Field Hockey: Varsity VOLUNTEER Fall Season Thompson, Jessica 9/14/10 DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS Social Studies 9-12 TBD 5/4/10 Daino, Stephanie 9/14/10 OTHER Bus Supervision – AM & PM ARE TBD 5/4/10 Day, Jennifer 9/14/10 Odyssey of the Mind VMS TBD 5/4/10 Smith, Scott* 9/14/10 *CANCEL
SCHEDULE IP 4 C TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE: NAME AREA OF SERVICE LEVEL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Olivet, Keith Administrative District Wide 9/20/10-6/30/11 Per deim work district wide
SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Evans, Sarah Reading Teacher Reading 9/6/10-12/21/10 Family Responsibilities
SCHEDULE IP 8 CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE EFF. DATE REMARKS Frye, Holly Elementary Elementary Revised probationary period end Revised tenure Unpaid leave of Teacher date from 1/1/11 to 3/25/11 effective date absence 9/7/10- 3/26/11 11/30/10 Olivet, Keith Deputy Revised retirement date from 9/15/10 Superintendent 7/1/10 to 9/15/10 Rosa, Melissa Reading Teacher Reading Return to Elementary Teacher in 9/1/09 Elementary Tenure Area
SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. EFFECTIVE SALARY REMARKS DATE Bomysoad, Kara Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 9/1/10 $47,598 Hawley, Nicole Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 9/1/10-6/30/11 $49,163 Permanent Substitute Morgan, Barbara Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 9/7/10-11/30/10 $49,163 Permanent Substitute
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Squier, Michael Head Custodian ARE/VMS 9/20/10 Teed, Fai Teacher Aide (Monitor) ARE 9/1/10
SCHEDULE NIP 4 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Bussom, Joan Teacher Aide Senior High 9/15/10-11/30/11 TBD 52 wk probationary period *Cook, Cynthia Teacher Aide (Monitor) Senior High 9/15/10-11/30/11 TBD 52 wk probationary period *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 4 RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT RETIREMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Bussom, Joan Teacher Aide Senior High 9/15/10-11/30/11 TBD 52 wk probationary period Cook, Cynthia Teacher Aide (Monitor) Senior High 9/15/10-11/30/11 TBD 52 wk probationary period
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Restuccia, Michael Teacher Aide PT/S 9/15/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 8A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Restuccia, Michael Teacher Aide PT/S 9/15/10
SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART TIME NON-COMPENTITVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON- COMPETIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS *Taylor, Jennifer Teacher Aide (Monitor) Glenwood 9/15/10-11/30/11 TBD 52 wk probationary 4 hrs/day period *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPENTITVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON- COMPETIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Taylor, Jennifer Teacher Aide (Monitor) Glenwood 9/15/10-11/30/11 TBD 52 wk probationary 4 hrs/day period
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON Berish, Lori Food Service Helper PT 5.5 hrs/day Senior High To: Cook –SH 7hrs/day 9/15/10 Brown, Nancy Bus Attendant PT/S Transportation To: Bus Attendant 9/8/10 Chunat, Kelly Bus Attendant (Driver in Training) Transportation To: Bus Driver PT/S 8/16/10 Fisher, Anthony Bus Attendant (Driver in Training) Transportation To: Bus Driver PT/S 8/16/10 Lewis, Daniel Bus Driver Transportation To: Bus Driver PT/S 9/8/10 Metcalf, Lindsay Bus Attendant Transportation To: Bus Attendant 9/8/10 Schneider, John Bus Attendant (Driver in Training) Transportation To: Bus Driver PT/S 7/1/10 Wilbur, John Bus Attendant (Driver in Training) Transportation To: Bus Driver PT/S 7/30/10
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #108-11 resolution: Contractual Agreement with RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an Association for Vision agreement with the Association for Vision Rehabilitation and Employment, Inc. to provide orientation and Rehabilitation and mobility services to a students as approved by the Committee on Special Education in accordance with Employment, Inc. terms outlined in the attached agreement.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #109-11 resolution: Acceptance of Gifts RESOLVED, that the Board of Education pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gifts:
Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Senteo 32 Pack of Response $1800.00 Zachary Jones Vestal Central System School District
Cash Donation for $14,692.11 Vestal Booster Club Vestal Central Athletic Department Use School District
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #110-11 resolution: Contract with Four Winds RESOLVED, that the Board of Education President or Vice-President be authorized to sign an agreement Saratoga with Four Winds Saratoga for all tutoring services for Vestal students residing in that facility for the 2010- 2011 academic year at a cost of $28.00 per hour.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #111-11 resolution: Contract with Southern Tier RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an Hearing Services, PLLC agreement with Southern Tier Hearing Services, PLLC to provide services beginning July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #112-11 resolution: Contractual Agreement with RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign a Rebecca Poole professional services consulting agreement with Rebecca Poole to provide Braille services (tuition) for a student as approved by the Committee on Special Education, in accordance with terms outlined in the attached agreement, for the period of September 15, 2010 through June 30, 2011.
None. #113-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, September 28, 2010 @ 6:00 PM Regular Meeting #114-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, October 12, 2010 @ 7:00 PM Regular Meeting Board Conference Room – Administration Building
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #115-11 Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and a legal matter. Executive Session
The Board took a short break from 9:00-9:05pm.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #116-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, September 14, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman – dismissed 7:30pm Jerry Etingoff - ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey - ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis – dismissed 7:30pm Glenna Pitarresi Cynthia Milkovich Special Education Director Anne Tristan Phyllis Wiley Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet
Executive Session commenced at 7:05PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 30 students and 7 504 students.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 10 students.
The Board discussed a matter of particular personnel.
The session was adjourned at 8:01PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, August 10, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff –ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey -ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet – dismissed 9:25pm Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 9:05PM in the Board Conference Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel and a legal matter.
The session was adjourned at 9:35PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
2010 9-14 MIN
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, September 28, 2010 REVISED PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, and Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff - ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – dismissed 8:10pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood – arrived 6:45pm Nora Hickey - ABSENT Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich - ABSENT Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley About 13 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Board Room of #117-11 the Administration Building. Call to Order
The Board discussed items in the ‘Parking Lot’ that were remainders from previous workshops. Items were: #118-11 -Review of BOCES services: Board came to consensus to have Al Buyck come and present information Work Session-Board -Budget process: discussed and dismissed Development -Bullying: discussed and dismissed -Grading Policy: discussed and dismissed -Coaching: discussed and dismissed -APEX: update will be forthcoming -Student Government: discussed and dismissed Michon is to call Al Buyck to arrange presentation for 10/26 meeting, possibly 6pm
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #119-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education. Executive Session
The Board returned to open session at 7:05pm. The pledge of allegiance was recited.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #120-11 September 14, 2010 meeting as written. Approval of Minutes
None. #121-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: #122-11 --Liaisons: Glenna reported on the BOCES Consolidation/Shared Services committee meeting last week. Reports They will meet again 10/27. Kim reminded the Board Homecoming is Friday night with the parade and game. On Saturday 10/2 IB students will work with Binghamton IB students on a joint project at the Discovery Center. Kim reported on the author Tim Green and his presentation at the Middle School. --Kim reviewed minutes from the Vestal Town Board meeting regarding the SRO contract. The Board indicated they wanted her, as the liaison to the Town, to address the inaccuracies contained in the minutes. --Michon reported the Golden Circle of Bands will be held Saturday at 7:00pm at the stadium. --Michon and Glenna will share the voting at the NYSSBA convention. --Superintendent’s evaluation process was reviewed. Paul Stroud has agreed to coordinate the electronic process. A sub committee was formed (Michon, Jerry, Glenna and David) to review the questions for relevancy. They have scheduled 10/20 at 10am as a tentative meeting date. --Joan complimented Kim on her editorial piece in the Press 2 weeks ago. --Michon commented on the article about Ed Giegucz.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --The American Cancer Society recognized VCD for its contributions to the Relay for Life. --Mark reported on the Superintendents’ conference he just returned from. New standards, new evaluations, legal issues were some of the workshops.
Student Government Representative John Deming reported on the following: None.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 6 to 0 to accept Schedule A #123-11 (Treasurer’s Report-August), Schedule B1 (General Report-August), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report- Acceptance/Approval of August), Schedule C (Bills-August), and Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests); and approve Schedules A, B1, B3, C, F, Schedule P (Personnel Changes). and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Carangelo, Wendy Substitute Teacher 8/6/10 Other employment
SCHEDULE IP3 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFCATE PROBATIONARY TENURE SALARY DATE DATE Ainslie, Doris Coordinator of Administrative: SDL/SBL 9/1/10-8/31/13 9/1/13 TBD Instruction Coordinator Dake, Jr., Lawrence Coordinator of Administrative: SDL/SBL 9/1/10-8/31/13 9/1/13 TBD Instruction Coordinator
SCHEDULE IP4A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE APPOINTMENTS: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Reynolds, Joseph Physical Education Permanent BS 9/1/10-6/30/11 Permanent Substitute
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 1, 8, and 10 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: September 28, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Football: JV VOLUNTEER Fall Season Campbell, David 8/24/10 Soccer: Varsity-B VOLUNTEER Fall Season Hogan, Joseph 8/24/10 OTHER Science Distribution Glenwood TBD 5/4/10 Wilke, Rosemary 8/24/10 MUSIC Musical Director Senior High TBD 5/4/10 Vibbert, Vicki 8/24/10
SCHEDULE IP5 PART-TIME APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL PART-TIME APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION CERTIFICATION EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Mugavero, Julie 0.8 German Teacher Permanent 9/1/10-6/30/11 TBD
SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION CERTIFICATION EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Frye, Holly Elementary Teacher Elementary 9/7/10-11/30/10 Family Responsibilities 2 Siegrist, Valery Physical Ed Teacher Physical Education 9/1/10-6/30/11 Family Responsibilities
SCHEDULE IP8 CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE EFFECTIVE REMARKS DATE Bruce, Bradley Elementary Principal Admin: Principal Effective date of hire 9/13/10 9/13/10 Probationary period 9/13/10-9/12/13; tenure effective date 9/13/13 Olivet, Keith Deputy Superintendent Revise compensation for the 7//1/10 time period 7/1/10-9/14/10 to through the 2009-10 annual salary 9/14/10 rate of compensation which was $144,019
SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF . EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Fey, Jesse Social Studies Teacher Social Studies Professional 9/1/10 TBD Hawley, Nicole Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 9/1/10-11/30/10 TBD Permanent substitute
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Abare, Tamara-Jo Teacher Aide African Road 8/31/10 Personal reasons Culligan, Lori Teacher Aide Vestal Hills 8/18/10 Personal reasons Malek, Bernice Teacher Aide Clayton Ave 9/1/10 Personal reasons Surdoval, Kathleen Teacher Aide Middle School 8/18/10 Personal reasons Warfle, Patricia Cook Senior High 9/1/10 Personal reasons
SCHEDULE NIP 2 RETIREMENT: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Goldstone, Flora Teacher Aide (Monitor) Senior High 9/1/10 Zvolensky, Karen Typist Administration 3/1/11
SCHEDULE NIP 4 PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PROBATIONARY APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROB. PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Fitzgerald, Roxanna Teacher Aide 7 hrs/day Middle School TBD TBD Previous Teaching Assistant
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS-SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Zvolensky, Karen Typist PT/S 3/1/11
SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD Lord, Rebecca Teacher Aide (Monitor) 4 hrs/day Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 3 Robinson, Cynthia Teacher Aide (Monitor) 4 hrs/day Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 *Wayman, Brenda Teacher Aide (Monitor) 4 hrs/day Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711 * pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following PART-TIME NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD Wayman, Brenda Teacher Aide (Monitor) 4 hrs/day Clayton Avenue TBD $6,711
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #124-11 resolution: Contractual Agreement with RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an Association for Vision agreement with the Association for Vision Rehabilitation and Employment, Inc. to provide Vision Rehabilitation and Rehabilitative Services to a student as approved by the Committee on Special Education in accordance with Employment, Inc. terms outlined in the attached agreement.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #125-11 resolution: Acceptance of Grant RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept a grant of $800.00 from the Vestal School Foundation, Inc., and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these funds be added to the 02B-92 Expendable Trust for the Traverse memorial tree at the African Road auditorium.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #126-11 resolution: Edward Giegucz Memorial RESOLVED that in recognition of Edward Giegucz’ many years of exemplary service to the Vestal Central School District and its students, the Board of Education shall, after consultation with the Giegucz family and at the Board of Education expense, place a plaque in his honor in an appropriate location associated with the Special Education program; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education, working in conjunction with the Giegucz family, shall establish an outdoor monument in Mr. Giegucz’ memory on the campus of the Vestal High School. This monument is being funded by the Giegucz family and shall be placed at a location to be determined by the Board of Education and the family.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #127-11 resolution: Declaration of Obsolete RESOLVED that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare the granite Materials curbing pieces from the African Road project as unusable and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance with Board Policy 5250.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #128-11 resolution: Lease with Stephen J. Appel RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a Photography lease agreement for a period of one year with Stephen J. Appel Photography for the rental of two rooms in Central Junior High School in accordance with said agreement effective October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #129-11 resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional Appointment appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days 4 beginning September 29, 2010 or the approval of the appointment of such individual, whichever occurs first. Peter Thompson, Custodial Substitute with Matrix
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #130-11 resolution: Approval of Depository – RESOLVED, that the Bancorp Bank, 6100 S Old Village Place Sioux Falls, SD be and is hereby designated Bancorp Bank as the recipient of funds for debit card usage for flexible benefit plan transactions for the 2010-2011 school year.
Denny Heckel, 211 N Willis Ave, Endicott, NY addressed the Board regarding the Making Strides Against #131-11 Breast Cancer walk on Sunday at 10am at Rec Park. Voice of the Public
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 – 7:00 pm #132-11 Vestal Middle School - TBD Future Meetings Tuesday, October 26, 2010 – 6:00 pm(tentative) Board Conference Room – Administration Building
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #133-11 Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and an update on VAA negotiations. Executive Session
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #134-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, September 28, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff – ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey - ABSENT Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich -ABSENT Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley Director of Special Education Anne Tristan
Executive Session commenced at 6:50PM in the small conference room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 6 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 11 students and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 4 Section 504 students.
The session was adjourned at 7:01PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, September 28, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff – ABSENT Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – dismissed 8:10pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey - ABSENT Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich - ABSENT Glenna Pitarresi District Negotiator Keith Olivet Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 7:50PM in the Board Conference room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel and an update on VAA negotiations.
The session was adjourned at 8:40PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, October 12, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – dismissed 9:35pm Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey - ABSENT District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Joan Miller Student Government Representative Emily Wolf Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley – arrived 7:25pm About 16 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Library of the #135-11 Vestal Middle School and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Call to Order
Cliff Kasson explained the concept of Project Lead the Way, a program that promotes engineering. Middle #136-11 School staff demonstrated to the Board the Gateway to Technology program. All grade levels are included Spotlight on Vestal Middle in this curriculum and other subject areas are integrated into the program. School
On motion by David Hanson, second by Cindy Milkovich, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately #137-11 into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Executive Session Committee on Preschool Special Education.
The Board returned to open session at 8:01pm.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #138-11 September 28, 2010 meeting as written. Jerry Etingoff abstained from the vote. Approval of Minutes
None. #139-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Student Government Representative Emily Wolf reported: #140-11 --Homecoming was last weekend, everyone had fun. The theme was “Movies”. Proceeds from bracelet Reports sales will benefit Traci’s Hope. Lanyards will be sold until the end of the week. --The KB is scheduled for 12/11/10, the first organizational meeting is tomorrow. --Student council sponsored a slogan contest. The winner was Beware the Bear. --Fundraising ideas include a candy apple sale.
Board President Michon Stuart reported: --Liaisons: Kim attended the SH staff meeting to introduce herself and explain her role as liaison. Glenna reported the Health Insurance Consortium meeting is 11/5. The Consolidation committee will meet 10/28. Kim said the Discovery Center painting project on 10/2 was a joint effort with Binghamton CSD IB students along with Vestal IB students. Glenna told the Board the policy review committee is ongoing. --Michon reminded the Board about Meeting the Candidates Night on 10/18. --NYSSBA convention handouts can be reviewed on line and printed out. The Board will dedicate a 6:00 work session to share information and give feedback. --Al Buyck from BOCES will present at the 10/26 meeting. Board members are encouraged to submit questions prior to the meeting.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Budget meetings with administrators are continuing. Spending reductions are being implemented and areas for future reductions are being looked at. --The site for the Ed Giegucz memorial was reviewed and planning is moving ahead. --Accessibility issues indicated from the Southern tier Independence Center are being addressed. --RTTT information was presented. Of the $106,000 9 (over 4 years) possible allotment for the district, 75% would go to BOCES to establish network teams. 50% of the remainder would be assigned to the development of regional teacher/administrator evaluations. Little, if any, dollars would be available for district use. --The Town of Vestal as expressed an interest in taking over the school tax collection for the district. --The Conference Day held on Friday was successful. District wide presentations about the new IEP format, social networking and data usage were held. Staff worked in their buildings for the afternoon. --School Resource Officer (SRO): Kim reported the following: “As a BOE member, parent, and community member I’d like to say how pleased I am with our SRO program and to Officer Nick who not only helps keep our students safe but also is positive role model for students in our buildings. What officer Nick prevents, models and contributes I don’t believe can be measured. There seems to be a bit of a misunderstanding as to the funding and history of this program. It was the Town of Vestal who came to us, the school district, years ago and told us that due to the increasing number of calls requiring police responses we needed and they wanted to provide a SRO (School Resource Officer) to our High School. We agreed. At that time we were charged a nominal fee as per the Town Board. I believe the town’s portion of the SRO program was being paid with a TOPS grant, federal money. When that grant expired/ ran out the town has since charged the district 75% of the cost with the town paying the benefits/bal. This was determined by the fact that the SRO officer is still on call for any town emergency during the school day and is a full time Town employee when school is not in session. ( 180 days)The Town of Vestal at that time felt this was a fair arrangement, it was actually a cost benefit to the town and the district felt the student’s safety was, as always, a necessity. In checking with some of our neighbors I am reminded again how fortunate we are in Vestal that all stakeholders value the safety of our children. I would like to thank the Town of Vestal Board and the Vestal Police Chief for realizing that this program is mutually beneficial to all our residence. The arrangement we have of paying 75% is exactly what the Binghamton District pays for their full time SRO. Unfortunately some of our other neighboring schools have had their SRO cut from their town and school budget once the TOPs grant dried up, another has an officer 2 ½ days per week, free of charge, through the Sherriff’s dept. If anyone is interested in the details I can provide them for you. But again I just wanted to say how grateful I am that we are pro-active with regards to the safety of our students.”
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule E #141-11 (Enrollment Report); and approve Schedule H (Bid Award: Musical Instruments and Schedule P Acceptance/Approval of (Personnel Changes). Schedules E, H, and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Alfonsetti, Louis Music Permanent BM 10/13/10 Buchek, Jennifer Elementary Initial BS 10/13/10 Reinstatement *Demarco, Christopher Physical Education Initial BS 10/13/10 Hoffman, Janet Special Education Permanent BS 9/28/10-1/28/11 Permanent Sub *Hurley, Jolene Foreign Language Permanent MSED 10/13/10 Nagurur, Vidya Science Initial MAT 10/13/10 Reinstatement *Reynolds, Michelle Physical Education Initial BS 10/13/10 *Starring, William English Initial MAT 10/13/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCEY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Alfonsetti, Louis Music Permanent BM 10/13/10 Demarco, Christopher Physical Education Initial BS 10/13/10 Hurley, Jolene Foreign Language Permanent MSED 10/13/10 Reynolds, Michelle Physical Education Initial BS 10/13/10 Starring, William English Initial MAT 10/13/10
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2, 4, and 6 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: October 12, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Varsity Basketball Boys Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Hayes, Ryan 10/12/10 JV Basketball Boys Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Gray, Patrick 10/12/10 Mod-Fresh Basketball Boys Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Adessa, Brian 10/12/10 Modified Basketball Boys Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Cluck, Dennis 10/12/10 Varsity Basketball Girls Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Reynolds, Joseph 10/12/10 JV Basketball Girls Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Dean, Kristofer 10/12/10 Mod-Fresh Basketball Girls Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Yesensky, Jodi 10/12/10 Modified Basketball Girls Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Siegrist, Valery 10/12/10 Varsity/JV Bowling Boys & Girls Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Demetros, Michael 10/12/10 Varsity Swimming Boys Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Shore, Joseph 10/12/10 Varsity Swimming Boys Assistant Winter Season 5/4/10 Ketrick, Robert 10/12/10 Modified Swimming Boys Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Card, Bobbi-Jo 10/12/10 Modified Swimming Boys Assistant Winter Season 5/4/10 Shore, Joseph 10/12/10 Varsity Cheerleading Winter Season 5/4/10 Donlin, Katherine 10/12/10 JV Cheerleading Winter Season 5/4/10 Staccone-Rogers, Gina 10/12/10 Varsity Wrestling Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Policare, Anthony 10/12/10 JV Wrestling Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Davis, Walter 10/12/10 Modified Wrestling Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Barr, Christopher 10/12/10 Indoor Track Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Cerra, James 10/12/10 Indoor Track Assistant Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Cass, Flavia (1/2) 10/12/10 Indoor Track Assistant Coach Winter Season 5/4/10 Morningstar, Meghan 1/2 10/12/10 INTRAMURALS Senior High Winter (Session 1) Zakrajsek, Nicholas 10/12/10 Senior High Winter (Session 2) Zakrajsek, Nicholas 10/12/10 ADVISORS Tech Club Advisor Senior High $1,516.00 5/4/10 Durham, Peter 10/12/10
SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Diedrich, Jennifer Special Education General Special Education 9/28/10-1/28/11 Family Responsibilities
SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Gollogly, Wendy Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 9/17/10-TBD
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Boll, Mary Teacher Aide PT/S District wide 10/13/10 Capodaglio, Santa Barbara Teacher Aide PT/S District wide 10/13/10 Hugaboom, Leigh Teacher Aide PT/S District wide 10/13/10 Ovadeck, Patricia 0.5 Teacher Aide Clayton Avenue 10/28/10 Restuccia, Michael Teacher Aide PT/S District wide 9/29/10 Wilbur, John Bus Driver PT/S Transportation 10/6/10
SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Mastro, Nancy Teacher Aide PT/S 10/13/10 *Stephenson, Khieanne Teacher Aide PT/S 10/13/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 8A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Mastro, Nancy Teacher Aide PT/S 10/13/10 Stephenson, Khieanne Teacher Aide PT/S 10/13/10
SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART TIME NON-COMPENTITVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON- COMPETIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY PERIOD SALARY REMARKS Scelsi, Celeste 0.5 Teacher Aide (3.5 hrs/day) Glenwood 10/13/10-12/28/11 $6,541
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE Pooler, Carolyn Food Service Helper PT (4 hrs/day) Senior High To: Food Service Helper (5.5 hrs/day) 10/13/10
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #142-11 resolution: Contract with Town of Vestal: RESOLVED, that the Board of Education President is authorized to sign the School Resource Officer School Resource Officer agreement with the Town of Vestal. The District’s total payment for School Resource Officer services shall amount to $43,968.00.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #143-11 resolution: Tax Roll Corrections WHEREAS, the property owner and Town Assessor have requested corrections for real property taxes, the Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of such corrections for the property owner delineated below for the reasons outlined on the attached applications for correction. Taxes Actual Town Tax Map #. Billed Tax Owner Vestal 173.33-1-12 $00.00 $ 1,586.45 Brown, Barbara A. Vestal 189.16-4-15 $1,356.53 $ 667.96 Stewart, Cheryl Vestal 175.07-3-31 $2,039.81 $ 1,470.61 Singer, Elizabeth Vestal 175.11-3-27 $1,797.32 $ 525.22 Levitt, Jay & Lois
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #144-11 resolution: Change Order SW-05; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW-05 for Boland’s Excavating & African Road Elementary Topsoil to furnish material, labor and equipment required to remove unsuitable soil and fill with structural Project fill at the unit price of $70.00 per cubic year, for a total of $18,876.00.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #145-11 resolution: Change Order SW-06; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order SW-06 for Boland’s Excavating & African Road Elementary Topsoil for a credit for unused field directive allowance in the amount of $(7.00). Project
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #146-11 resolution: Change Order EC-01-R; RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order EC-01-R for Nelcorp Electrical African Road Elementary Contracting Group to provide credit for the electric fire pump and underground feeder at African Road Project Elementary in the amount of $(35,463.00); provide credit for rigid conduit in an inaccessible area located at African Road Elementary in the amount of $(1,500.00); provide credit for Alternate EC-05 in the amount of $(58,000.00); provide credit for unused field directive allowance in the amount of $(9.71); additional cost for work at African Road Elementary described on attached correspondence dated May 26, 2009 and Time and Material work sheets for the amount of $13,381.71; additional cost for work at African Road Elementary described on attached correspondence dated January 15, 2010 and Time and Material work sheets for the amount of $14,333.00; for a net credit total of $(67,258.00). On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #147-11 resolution: Acceptance of External Audit RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept the Audit Report for the fiscal year July 1, 2009 to June for 2009-10 30, 2010 as submitted by the district’s auditing firm, Piaker and Lyons P.C.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #148-11 resolution: Acceptance of the Internal RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept the Response to the Internal Risk Assessment Report for Risk Assessment Report the fiscal year 2009-10. Response
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #149-11 resolution: Internal Risk Assessment RESOLVED, that the current Internal Risk Assessment Report Procedure, as passed by Board of Report Procedure Amendment Education resolution #312-10 on February 23, 2010, be replaced by the following: A. The final internal audit will be forwarded to the Board of Education President, the Superintendent of Schools and the District Clerk within one week of its receipt by the audit committee B. The final internal audit will be presented to the Board of Education by the second Board of Education meeting after its receipt by the audit committee OR the last meeting of the Board of Education in June of the fiscal year in which the audit was conducted, whichever event occurs earlier. Receipt of the final internal audit will be acknowledged in the minutes of the meeting at which it is presented. On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #150-11 resolution: Revision to Audit Committee RESOLVED, that the audit committee charter be revised to include the following under the heading Charter “Internal Audit Focus”: “Review the annual internal audit plan to ensure that high risk areas and key control activities are periodically evaluated and tested.”
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #151-11 resolution: Bid Award for Meat and RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the Cheese Items cooperative bid for meat and cheese items through the Broome County Specification Group for the period 11/1/10 – 12/31/10.
None. #152-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 – 6:00 pm #153-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, November 16, 2010 – 7:00 pm Board Conference Room – Administration Building
On motion by Cindy Milkovich, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into #154-11 anticipated Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel and negotiations. Executive Session
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #155-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 10:02PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, October 12, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey - ABSENT Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi Cynthia Milkovich Special Education Director Anne Tristan Phyllis Wiley Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet
Executive Session commenced at 8:02PM in the staff room of the Vestal Middle School.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 25 students and 4 504 students.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 10 students.
The session was adjourned at 8:10 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, October 12, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey - ABSENT Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 9:30PM in the Library of the Vestal Middle School. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel and VAA negotiations update.
The session was adjourned at10:02 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
2010 10-12 MIN
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, October 26, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson- arrived 6:02pm, left 9:50pm School District Attorney Michael Sherwood – arrived 6:31pm Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller Cynthia Milkovich- arrived 6:03pm Student Government Representative John Deming Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley- ABSENT About 29 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Board Room of #156-11 the Administration Building. Call to Order
Mark updated the Board on the options on budget revisions for this year and next. Lauren reviewed handouts #157-11 of suggested reductions and their effect on programs was discussed. The involvement of stakeholders and Work Session-Board the use of focus groups was discussed. District administration will continue to define and research all Development options for reductions.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
Catherine Hepler introduced German teacher Steve White. Steve showed the Board a short video of their trip #158-11 last summer to Germany. The German exchange students and their teacher were introduced. Catherine also Presentations noted that the students going on the French exchange leave this weekend.
Patty Fitzgerald from the Vestal Elks explained the dictionary donation to all 3rd graders. This is the 8th year they have participated in the program. John Gardner reminded the Board of the activities that the Elks sponsor, such as, poster contests, essay contests, scholarships, drug awareness, boxes to troops and offered the use of their banquet room for fundraising. Mary Surdey will follow up with administrators.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #159-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee Executive Session on Preschool Special Education.
The Board returned to open session at 7:45pm.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #160-11 October 12, 2010 meeting as written. Nora Hickey abstained from the vote. Approval of Minutes
Melissa Restuccia, 600 Main Street, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding their budget discussion. #161-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Student Government Representative John Deming reported on the following: #162-11 --Homecoming was last weekend, but was not well attended. They will look into more promotion of the Reports event next year. --They had a welcome breakfast for the German exchange students last Friday. --He will try to bring the vice president to the next meeting.
Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: --Liaisons: Jerry attended the ARE PTO meeting. They are looking at starting an after school program for disabled students, possibly collaborating with VMS students. Glenna reported the Consolidation Committee meeting was canceled. She attended the CAPTO meeting last week. They will be operating under a tight budget this year. They will host a presentation on the 7 Habits on November 16th. CA is also looking at an expanded recycling program. Kim reported that SH Allnighter committee has more money than expected leftover. They are looking at ways to boost their low membership numbers. --NYSSBA convention was last week. Michon mentioned it was hard to get into workshops. The Board will do a 6:00pm development session to review convention information. --Michon asked that Board members review the parking lot items before the next meeting.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mark announced it was School Board Recognition Week, a proclamation was at each members place. --Mary Hoover’s obituary was distributed. The Board discussed making a donation. --Mike Rotondi reviewed the changes in the SH Course Handbook for 2011-12. It will come back to the Board in November for approval. --Lauren told the Board about the RFP for external auditors that has to be done every 5 years. She would also like to do an RFP for internal auditing services and GASB45 actuarial services. --RTTT funding has not changed. 75% of the allotment over 4 yrs will be directed to BOCES and a percentage of the balance will be directed to teacher/administrator evaluation procedures. Mary noted new core curriculum will be coming out January 2011 and Regents exams will be replaced in 4 years with new exams. --Mark reported that Broome County Real Property sent notification to 19 properties regarding their school tax district that was in error. Mike will work Susquehanna Valley staff for clarification.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer’s #163-11 Report-September), Schedule B1 (General Report-September), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report- Acceptance/Approval of September), Schedule C (Bills-September), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests), and Transfers; Schedules A, B1, B3, C, F, and approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). Transfers, and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Birdsall, Robert Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Other employment Clairmont, Kathryn Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Other employment Ferber, Ashley Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Other employment Haus, Katharine Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Other employment Lawton, Heather Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Other employment Spader, Katherine Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Relocation Westfall, Amy Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Other employment Wilkinson, Thomas Substitute Teacher 10/27/10 Relocation
SCHEDULE IP4A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE APPOINTMENTS: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Kindig, Robin Music Permanent BM 10/27/10 *Passionino-Zabadal, Kristi Elementary Permanent BS 10/27/20 Scales, Catherine Elementary Initial BS 10/27/10 *Talcott, Timothy Elementary Initial BS 10/27/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE IP4A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE APPOINTMENTS: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATION DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Passionino-Zabadal, Kristi Elementary Permanent BS 10/27/20 Talcott, Timothy Elementary Initial BS 10/27/10
2 SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2, 8, and 9 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: October 26, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Basketball Varsity B VOLUNTEER Winter Season Fey, Jesse 10/26/10 Basketball Varsity G VOLUNTEER Winter Season Reynolds, Michelle 10/26/10 Basketball JV G VOLUNTEER Winter Season Rieben, Steven 10/26/10 OTHER Bus Supervision – AM Tioga Hills $2,470.00 5/4/10 Cornwell, Tracey 10/26/10 Bus Supervision – PM Tioga Hills $2,470.00 5/4/10 Kelly-Brunza, Monica 10/26/10 Science Distribution Tioga Hills $1,031.00 5/4/10 Kunzman, Mary 10/26/10 Odyssey of the Mind African Road $348.00 5/4/10 Deskur, Andrew 10/26/10 Odyssey of the Mind Vestal Hills $348.00 5/4/10 Wagstaff, Jennifer 10/26/10
SCHEDULE IP 6 TENURE APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL TENURE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIFICATION PROBATIONARY PERIOD EFFECTIVE DATE Little, Mallory Art Teacher Special Subject Initial 1/2/08-1/2/11 1/3/11 Tenure Area: Art
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Thompson, Jessica Custodian PT/S Facilities/Operations 10/27/10 Other employment
SCHEDULE NIP 10 LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVES OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BUILDING EFFECTIVE DATES REASON Lewis, Daniel Bus Driver Transportation 10/7/10-10/29/10 Medical Reasons
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE REASON The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: White-Brink, Mary Esther Bus Driver Transportation 12/1/10
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following resolution: #164-11 RESOLVED, that a fee of $398.24 per pupil be established for health and welfare services available to non- Health and Welfare Service resident pupils attending private or parochial schools in the Vestal School District during the 2010-11 school Charges year.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #165-11 resolution: Revision of Board Minutes RESOLVED, that the minutes from the Board of Education meetings held on August 10, 2010, August 13, 2010 and September 14, 2010 be amended to reflect the corrected resolution numbering and accepted as revised. Jerry Etingoff abstained from the vote. On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #166-11 resolution: Lease Agreement with RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a Weight Watchers North monthly lease agreement with Weight Watchers North America, Inc. for the rental of one room in the former America, Inc. Central Junior High School in accordance with said agreement effective November 1, 2010.
3 On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #167-11 resolution: Tax Bill Corrections; WHEREAS, the property owner and Town Assessor have requested corrections for real property taxes, the Evergreen Park Garden Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of such corrections for the property owner delineated below for the reasons outlined on the attached applications for correction. Taxes Actual Town Tax Map # Billed Tax Owner Vestal 158.14-1-56 $46,990.16 $48,251.29 Evergreen Park Garden Owners On motion by Kim Myers, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #168-11 resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional Appointment appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning October 27, 2010 or the approval of the appointment of such individual, whichever occurs first. Jessica Thompson, Custodial Substitute with Matrix
On motion by David Hanson, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #169-11 resolution: Acceptance of Gift RESOLVED, that the Board of Education pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gift: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipients Dictionaries $500.00 Vestal Elks All Third Grade Students Lodge #2508 On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #170-11 resolution: Declaration of Obsolete RESOLVED that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare 15 Stanley Materials PS160-6 Power Supply boxes for delayed egress exit devices as unusable and authorize her to dispose of these items in accordance with Board Policy 5250.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #171-11 resolution: Revision of Board Minutes RESOLVED, that the minutes from the Board of Education meeting held September 28, 2010 be amended to reflect the addition of Schedule IP8 CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL and be accepted as revised.
None. #172-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, November 16, 2010 – 6:00 pm (BOCES presentation) #173-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, December 7, 2010 – 7:00 pm Board Conference Room – Administration Building
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #174-11 Session to discuss negotiations update and a matter of particular personnel. Executive Session
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn. #175-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 10:01 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk 4
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, October 26, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley -ABSENT Director of Special Education Anne Tristan
Executive Session commenced at 7:30 PM in the small conference room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 8 students and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 1 Section 504 student.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 5 students.
Glenna Pitarresi abstained from the votes.
The session was adjourned at 7:44 PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, October 26, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson – left 9:50pm School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi District Negotiator Keith Olivet Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:40 PM in the Board Conference room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed negotiations update and matters of particular personnel.
The session was adjourned at 10:01PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
BOE: 2010 10-26 MIN
6 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, November 16, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman David Hanson – arrived 6:02pm School District Attorney Michael Sherwood – arrived 6:05pm Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich – left 7:10pm, returned 8:25pm Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Joan Miller Student Government Representative John Deming – left 8:10pm Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley – arrived 6:03pm About 49 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:01 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Board Room #176-11 of the Administration Building. Call to Order
Al Buyck, BOCES Superintendent and Sandy Ruffo, BOCES President were introduced to the Board. #177-11 Sandy reviewed the history of our local BOCES, Al explained the three areas of instructional services, Board Development management support and technology.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was held in memory of retired teacher D. #178-11 Jean Kennedy and retired bus driver Sharon Jacobs. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence
On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately #179-11 into Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education. Executive Session
The Board returned to open session at 7:13 PM.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #180-11 October 26, 2010 meeting as written. Approval of Minutes
None. #181-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Board President Michon Stuart reported: #182-11 --Liaisons: Nora reported she attended the Tioga Hills PTA meeting. They are very active and have set up Reports a website, Facebook page and twitter. Their fundraising has not been as successful as in the past. SH PTO: Kim reported that 75 students applied to National Honor Society and all met the criteria. They will continue the backpack (filled with healthy snacks) program. Their membership has increased, thanks to staff enrollment. They are working on ways to communicate with parents regarding grade level activities. Nick Zakrajsek has organized a movie night with help from Tobacco Free funding. Glenna reported the District Planning Group met on Monday, reviewing Superintendents Conference Day. She attended the Health Insurance Consortium meeting where an increase of between 9-14% was discussed. The Shared Services Committee meeting was postponed until12/8/10. --Michon asked Board members to review the Parking Lot items. A handout from Cindy was distributed. --Budget development meetings with administrators are continuing. The use of common language to dispel rumors was discussed. Mark reminded the Board there are a lot of unknowns, including the possibilities of a tax cap or state aid reductions. The Board will review the structure of the budget process and how they would like it presented. Information should include why some items are not cut, the pros and cons of recommended reductions and prioritization and justification of cuts.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported: --Mark introduced Mark Dedrick, Vestal Fire Inspector, and Doug Rose, Vestal Fire Chief. They explained the fire inspection process and thanked Joseph Loretz and the F&O staff for their cooperation. --NYSSBA enrollment for next year was discussed; this will be reviewed in the budget process. --Lauren explained how Recess Resources would like to expand their outdoor activities to the old tennis court area next to Sammon Field. The Board gave permission for Recess Resources to proceed with preliminary plans. --An increase in the musical instrument rental fees was discussed. --Lauren reported she reviewed the insurance policies with Bill Oliver and an increase in the deductible was discussed, along with an increase in the umbrella coverage.
Student Government Representative John Deming reported: --The week of October 20th was Ally Week, sponsored by Gay Straight Alliance to promote a safe school environment. He felt it brought the school together with a common goal. --John reported several athletic teams were sectional champs this year: Boys and Girls Soccer, Boys and Girls Cross Country, Varsity Golf and Volleyball.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule A #183-11 (Treasurer’s Report-October), Schedule B1 (General Fund Report-October), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Acceptance/Approval of Report-October), Schedule C (Schedule of Bills-October), Schedule E (Enrollment Report) and Schedule F Schedules A, B1, B3,C, E, F, (Travel and Conference Requests); and approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Bonnell, Andrea Substitute Teacher 11/17/10 Decatur-Krohn, Moya Substitute Teacher 11/17/10 Relocation Husami, Maureen Substitute Teacher 11/17/10 Relocation Kovac, Gail Substitute Teacher 11/17/10 Lopez, Kacy Substitute Teacher 11/17/10 Mee, Michael Substitute Teacher 11/17/10
SCHEDULE IP 2 RETIREMENT: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE Baker, Barbara Special Education Teacher General Special Education 7/1/11 Reynolds, Debra Physical Education Teacher Physical Education 7/1/11
SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Delany, Christine Special Education Initial BS 11/17/10 Reinstatement Reynolds, Debra Physical Education Permanent MS 9/1/11
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2, 7, 9, 11 and 12 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: November 16, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVE INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Varsity Basketball Boys VOLUNTEER Winter Season Prutisto, Mark 11/16/10 Varsity Basketball Girls VOLUNTEER Winter Season Greenberg, Michael 11/16/10 Modified Basketball Girls Coach Winter Season $4,346.00 5/4/10 Siegrist, Valery ** 11/16/10 Modified Basketball Girls Coach Winter Season $4,346.00 5/4/10 Hardentstine, Ted 11/16/10 ADVISORS Ski Club Middle School $758.00 5/4/10 Paulo, Dean (co)** 11/16/10 Ski Club Middle School $758.00 5/4/10 Lauth, Charles (co)** 11/16/10 Ski Club Middle School $758.00 5/4/10 Bower, Sean (co) 11/16/10 Ski Club Middle School $758.00 5/4/10 Philipson, Wayne (co) 11/16/10 Odyssey of the Mind Middle School $348.00 5/4/10 Tripicco, Jeannette 111/6/10 MUSIC Jazz Band Senior High $2,599.00 5/4/10 Lewis, Melinda 11/16/10 Select Choir #1 (full yr) co Middle School $205.00 5/4/10 Weaver, Kacie 11/16/10 Select Choir #1 (full yr) co Middle School $1,162.00 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel 11/16/10 Select Choir #2 (full yr) co Middle School $205.00 5/4/10 Weaver, Kacie 11/16/10 Select Choir #2 (full yr) co Middle School $1,162.00 5/4/10 Warneck, Aubrey 11/16/10 Select Choir (full year) Senior High $1,844.00 5/4/10 Vibbert, Vicki 11/16/10 BCMEA Level II Senior High $322.00 5/4/10 Vibbert, Vicki 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Reynolds-Crabb, Marisa 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Reed, Ann 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Ferree, Megan 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Jagger, Holly 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Spena, Rebecca 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Lewis-King, Amanda 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Schmidt, Brenda 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Weaver, Kacie 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Middle School $432.00 5/4/10 Lacy-Corcoran, Densie 11/16/10 BCMEA Level III Middle School $432.00 5/4/10 Warneck, Aubrey 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Middle School $755.00 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Middle School $755.00 5/4/10 Schmidt, Brenda 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Senior High $755.00 5/4/10 Heckel, Denise 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Senior High $755.00 5/4/10 Heckel, Denise 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Senior High $755.00 5/4/10 Persley, Kristin 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Senior High $755.00 5/4/10 Persley, Kristin 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Senior High $755.00 5/4/10 Lewis, Melinda 11/16/10 BCMEA Level IV Senior High $755.00 5/4/10 Lewis, Melinda 11/16/10 Concert in the Mall Middle School $58.00 5/4/10 Weaver, Kacie 11/16/10 Concert in the Mall Middle School $58.00 5/4/10 Warneck, Aubrey 11/16/10 Concert in the Mall Middle School $58.00 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel 11/16/10 District Mass Perf – Level III Elementary $290.00 5/4/10 Crowle, Stephen 11/16/10 District Mass Perf – Level III Elementary $290.00 5/4/10 Ferree, Megan 11/16/10 District Mass Perf – Level III Elementary $290.00 5/4/10 Jagger, Holly 11/16/10 District Mass Perf – Level III Elementary $290.00 5/4/10 Reed, Ann 11/16/10 NYSSMA Level I Middle School $123.00 5/4/10 Weaver, Kacie 11/16/10 NYSSMA Level I Middle School $123.00 5/4/10 Warneck, Aubrey 11/16/10 NYSSMA Level I Middle School $123.00 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel 11/16/10 NYSSMA Level I Senior High $123.00 5/4/10 Heckel, Denise 11/16/10 NYSSMA Level I Senior High $123.00 5/4/10 Lewis, Melinda 11/16/10 NYSSMA Level I Senior High $123.00 5/4/10 Vibbert, Vicki 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level II Elementary $232.00 5/4/10 Meckley, Brenda 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Elementary $406.00 5/4/10 Reynolds-Crabb, Marisa 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Elem & MS $406.00 5/4/10 Spena, Rebecca 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Elem & MS $406.00 5/4/10 Schmidt, Brenda 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Middle School $406.00 5/4/10 Lacey-Corcoran, Denise 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Middle School $406.00 5/4/10 Warneck, Aubrey 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Middle School $406.00 5/4/10 Hucko, Rachel 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Middle School $406.00 5/4/10 Lewis-Kind, Amanda 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Senior High $406.00 5/4/10 Vibbert, Vicki 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Senior High $406.00 5/4/10 Heckek, Denise 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Senior High $406.00 5/4/10 Persley, Kristin 11/16/10 NYSSMA Solo Level III Senior High $406.00 5/4/10 Lewis, Melinda 11/16/10
SCHEDULE IP 8 CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE Frye, Holly Elementary Teacher Elementary Revised unpaid Leave of Absence dates from 9/7/210-11/30/10 to 9/7/10-11/19/10
SCHEDULE NIP 2 RETIREMENTS: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Caforio, Brenda Typist (12 months) Senior High 12/30/10 Edwards, Kathleen Teacher Aide (Monitor) Senior High 7/1/11
SCHEDULE NIP 9B PART TIME NON-COMPENTITVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON- COMPETIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD *Levie, Michael Bus Attendant Transportation 11/17/10-11/30/11 $8.44/hr 52 week probationary (Driving in Training) period *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE NIP 9B.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT PART TIME NON-COMPENTITVE APPOINTMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PART TIME NON- COMPETIVE APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG PROBATIONARY SALARY REMARKS PERIOD Levie, Michael Bus Attendant Transportation 11/17/10-11/30/11 $8.44/hr 52 week probationary (Driving in Training) period
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE Whitman, Donna Food Service Helper PT (3hrs/day) Senior High To: Food Service Helper PT (4hrs/day) 11/17/10
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #184-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval – RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to approximately 30 students for a trip to Basketball Team to Saratoga Saratoga, NY for a basketball tournament, December 3 through December 4, 2010. No district funds will be used.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #185-11 resolution: Acceptance of Gift RESOLVED, that the Board of Education pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gift: Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Yamaha Sound System $1,219.98 Class of 2010 Vestal Central Package School District
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #186-11 resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional Appointments appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointments are hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning November 17, 2010 or the approval of the appointment of such individuals, whichever occurs first. Christopher Lindsey, Custodial Substitute with Matrix Gerald Emmons, Custodial Substitute with Matrix
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 7 to 0 to approve the following #187-11 resolution: Refund of Taxes – Nicholas WHEREAS, Nicholas Commandeur is the record owner of property located in the Town of Vestal, Commandeur Broome County, New York bearing the tax map numbers 159.17-1-10, 158.20-1-32, 158.20-1-30, 158.20- 1-31,159.17-1-9 and 159.17-1-8 on the Tax Assessment Roll of the Town of Vestal, and WHEREAS, petitions have been filed for the reduction of assessments and payments of said property for the years 2009-10 and 2010-11, and WHEREAS, the parties have agreed to the terms outlined in the attached Order and the Honorable Ferris D. Lebous, Justice of the Supreme Court, has directed the reduced assessments in accordance with the attached Order, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vestal Central School District, pursuant to said order and the statues provided, adjust the payments for Nicholas Commandeur as follows:
159.17-1-10 4121 University Court 2009-10 assessment reduced from $306,100 to $290,000 for a refund of $301.07 2010-11 assessment reduced from $306,100 to $290, 000 158.20-1-32 940 Bunn Hill Road 2009-10 assessment reduced from $28,100 to $17,320 for a refund of $201.59 2010-11 assessment reduced from $28,100 to $17,320 158.20-1-30 4113 University Court 2009-10 assessment reduced from $36,200 to $21,262 for a refund of $279.35 2010-11 assessment reduced from $36,200 to $21,262 158.20-1-31 4117 University Court 2009-10 assessment reduced from $36,600 to $21,482 for a refund of $282.71 2010-11 assessment reduced from $36,600 to $21,482 159.17-1-9 4125 University Court 2009-10 assessment reduced from $33,900 to $20,166 for a refund of $256.83 2010-11 assessment reduced from $33,900 to $20,166 159.17-1-8 4129 University Court 2009-10 assessment reduced from $38,800 to $24,770 for a refund of $262.36 2010-11 assessment reduced from $38,800 to $24,770
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the refund for 2009-10 will be taken from account code 59001964.400. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that for the tax year 2010-11, all of the parcels subject to the Article 7 proceeding shall be combined in a single parcel for tax assessment purposes only and shall have a combined assessment of $395,000.00 and carry Tax Map No. 159.17-1-10.
David Hanson abstained from the vote.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #188-11 resolution: BOCES Supplemental WHEREAS, on April 27, 2010, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to Purchase #1 participate in BOCES Services, and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to payment on supplemental contracts, therefore BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to sign the supplemental contract titled Amendment I.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #189-11 resolution: Implementation of Agreement RESOLVED, that the 2010-2012 Agreement between the Superintendent of Schools and the Vestal with Vestal Administrators’ Administrators’ Association is hereby implemented and the additional funds are provided in accordance Association with Civil Service Law 204A, effective from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #190-11 resolution: Change Order Number GC- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-07 for Fahs Construction Group to 07; SH Additions & furnish material, labor, and equipment required to re-grade and install a grate for the Senior High School Alterations Additions & Alterations project in the amount $4,572.00.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #191-11 resolution: Change Order Number GC- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order GC-08 for Fahs Construction Group to 08; SH Additions & provide a credit for unused signage allowance for the Senior High School Additions & Alterations project Alterations in the amount ($4,572.00).
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #192-11 resolution: Approval of 2011-12 Senior RESOLVED, that the Board of Education adopt the 2011-12 Vestal Senior High Course Handbook as High Course Handbook reviewed.
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #193-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval: Cross- RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to the Vestal Cross Country team for an Country Team to Pawling overnight trip to attend the State Cross Country Meet in Pawling, NY from November 12, 2010 through November 13, 2010. Costs associated with this will be paid using General Funds.
On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #194-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval: Swim RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission to a student from the girls’ swim team for an Team Member to Buffalo overnight trip to attend the NYSPHSAA meet in Buffalo, NY from November 18, 2010 through November 20, 2010. Cost associated with this will be paid using General Funds.
None. #195-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 – 7:00 pm #196-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, December 21, 2010 – 7:00 pm Board Conference Room – Administration Building
On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into anticipated #197-11 Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel. Executive Session
The Board took a short break from 8:20pm to 8:30pm. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #198-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, November 16, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi Cynthia Milkovich – absent Special Education Director Anne Tristan Phyllis Wiley Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet
Executive Session commenced at 7:10 PM in the Small Conference Room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 12 students and 5 504 students.
The session was adjourned at 7:13PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, November 16, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi Retired Deputy Superintendent Keith Olivet Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:30PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel and a student discipline issue.
The session was adjourned at 9:25 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
2010 11-16 MIN
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, December 7, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Joan Miller Student Government Representative John Deming Glenna Pitarresi - ABSENT Phyllis Wiley About 35 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:25 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Upper #199-11 Conference Room of the Administration Building. Call to Order
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #200-11 Executive Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel. Executive Session
The Board returned to open session at 7:06PM in the Board Conference Room and the Pledge of #201-11 Allegiance was recited. Pledge of Allegiance
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #202-11 Executive Session to discuss recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Executive Session Committee on Preschool Special Education.
The Board returned to open session at 7:15 PM.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #203-11 November 16, 2010 meeting as written. Approval of Minutes
None. #204-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Student Government Representative John Deming reported: #205-11 --Stephanie Nelson was selected to participate in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC. Reports --The King Bruin Dance will be held this Saturday and a good turnout is expected. --The recent Blood Drive was very successful, over 200 students donated.
Board President Michon Stuart reported: --Liaisons: Cindy attended the Glenwood Gathering, Binghamton Senators hockey players addressed goal setting and awards were given out. Jerry reported that the Policy Committee is reviewing the 7000’s (Students). Their last meeting focused on the dignity for all students act, mandating that school districts have an anti-bullying policy and training plan that must in place by July 2011. Kim reported the District Wide School Safety Team will meet on 12/21. The subcommittee looking at Board ground rules is almost ready to present to the entire Board. --Parking Lot: Strategic planning will continue but it was decided to hold off on having a board development session to focus more on budgeting concerns. --Vestal School Foundation will sponsor a trivia contest on January 28th at VMS. The cost is $350/team.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mark attended the Honor Society Induction Ceremony where 85 students were honored. --Mark distributed a recent newspaper article that illustrated the dire economic picture facing school districts. Mary and Mark will be attending district staff meetings to provide information and also address questions regarding the budget situation, in hopes of quelling rumors. The Administrative team and Board are reviewing at all aspects of the budget for possible reductions. --Mary reported that the January ELA Regents test will be given on 1/11/11, not during Regents week. They are working on the logistics of administering this test during a regular student attendance day. --Mary reported the Blackboard update is not responsive to staff needs and there is a team looking at alternative programs. A survey of Blackboard usage will be distributed to staff. --Mark noted that Lauren was absent due to her mother’s grave illness. Keith’s mother passed away last week.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule E #206-11 (Enrollment Report) and Transfers; and approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). Acceptance/Approval of Schedules E, Transfers, and Schedule P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 2 RETIREMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE Policare, Anthony Health Teacher Health 7/1/11 Policare, Anthony Physical Education Teacher Physical Education 7/1/11
SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Albrecht, Robin Elementary Initial BS 12/8/10 *pending fingerprint clearance
SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCEY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Albrecht, Robin Elementary Initial BS 12/8/10
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2, 4, 10 and 11 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: December 7, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS JV Basketball Girls VOLUNTEER Winter Season Schuldt, Kelly 12/7/10 INTRAMURALS Elementary Winter $406.00 Daglio, Steven 12/7/10 Senior High Winter (Session 1) $606.00 Osinski, David 12/7/10 Senior High Winter (Session 2) $606.00 Osinski, David 12/7/10 Senior High Winter (Session 3) $606.00 Osinski, David 12/7/10 Senior High Winter (Session 4) $606.00 Osinski, David 12/7/10 Senior High Winter $458.00 Zhang, Xiaodan 12/7/10 MUSIC Assistant Musical Director Senior High $1548.00 5/4/10 Weaver, Kacie 12/7/10 Stage Band/Musical Pit Conductor Senior High $1367.00 5/4/10 O’Connell, Patricia 12/7/10 Program Design Senior High $200.00 5/4/10 Solinsky, Angela 12/7/10 Props Master Senior High $400.00 5/4/10 Hess, Laurie 12/7/10 Stage Manager Senior High $500.00 5/4/10 Gaylor, Barbara 12/7/10 BCMEA Level III Elementary $432.00 5/4/10 Crowle, Stephen 12/7/10
SCHEDULE IP 8 CHANGES IN STATUS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CHANGE REMARKS LaMont, Erin Special Education Revised Permanent Substitute Permanent Substitute position dates from 9/1/10-12/31/10 to 9/1/10-12/21/10 Morgan, Barbara Elementary Teacher Revised Permanent Substitute Permanent Substitute position dates from 9/7/10-11/30/10 to 9/710-11/19/10 Spinner, Kristen Special Education Special Education Revised unpaid leave of absence Teacher dates from 9/1/10-12/31/10 to 9/1/10-12/21/10
SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Morgan, Barbara Elementary Teacher Initial 11/22/10-TBD TBD Long term sub
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Hennekens, Joanna Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Clayton Ave 12/8/10 McAllister, Shannon Teacher Aide Glenwood 12/1/0
SCHEDULE NIP 10 LEAVE OF ABSENCE: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REASONS Cook, Roger Bus Driver Transportation 9/1/10-5/2/11 Medical Reasons
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON Riolo, Debbie Bus Driver Transportation Termination of employment 12/20/10 In accordance with the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and Broome County rules.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #207-11 resolution: Amendment of 2011-12 Senior RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept the amendment to the Senior High Course Handbook for High Course Handbook 2011-12, approved at the November 16, 2010 Board of Education meeting, to include Physics 226 and delete the stand-alone AP Physics class.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #208-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval – Cross RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission for approximately 8 cross country athletes to Country Team to attend the NYS Federation Cross Country Meet in Poughkeepsie, NY from Friday, November 19, 2010 Poughkeepsie, NY through Saturday, November 20, 2010. Costs associated with this will be paid using General Funds.
On motion by David Hanson, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #209-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval – SH RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission for student members of the Senior High Women’s Chorale/Men’s Women’s Chorale, Men’s Chorus, and High School Bands to attend the Festivals of Music competition in Chorus/SH Bands Washington, DC from Friday, April 29, 2011 through Sunday, May 1, 2011. No district funds will be used for this event.
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #210-11 resolution: Field Trip Approval – Middle RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission for approximately 46 Middle School Select School Select Choir Choir students to attend the Music in the Parks competition in Hershey, PA on May 14, 2011. No district funds will be used for this event. On motion by David Hanson, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #211-11 resolution: Refund of Real Property WHEREAS, the property owner and Town Assessor have requested a refund of real property taxes, the Taxes -Ketchuk Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of such refund for the property owner delineated below for the reasons outlined on the attached application for refund. Taxes Actual Amount of Owner Tax Map # Paid Tax Refund Reason Ketchuk, Shaun 157.57-1-21 $1325.32 $714.49 $610.83 Basic STAR not applied
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 6 to 0 to approve the following #212-11 resolution: Contracts with SIEBA, Ltd. RESOLVED, that the Board of Education President or Vice-President be authorized to enter into a renewal agreement with SIEBA, Ltd. for the administration of the Flexible Benefit Plan, beginning October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011; and also RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a renewal agreement with SIEBA, Ltd. for the administration of the Dental Plan for the Vestal Teachers’ Association beginning October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011; and also RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a renewal agreement with SIEBA, Ltd. for the administration of the Dental Plan for all other covered Vestal employees beginning July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011.
Jerry Etingoff and Michon Stuart abstained from the vote.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #213-11 resolution: Acceptance of Grant RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept a grant of $6,000.00 from the Vestal School Foundation, Inc.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #214-11 resolution: Emergency Conditional The Superintendent of Schools, having advised the Board of Education that an emergency conditional Appointment appointment is necessary in relation to an appointment of a contractor, and the Board having passed policy in relation to the safety of children, and the prospective contractor having filed a statement regarding criminal convictions and the Superintendent having forwarded to the State Education Department an application for conditional appointment and the fingerprints of the prospective contractor, and on recommendation of the Superintendent, it is RESOLVED, that the following emergency conditional appointment is hereby made, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this appointment shall expire upon the passage of 20 business days beginning December 8, 2010 or the approval of the appointment of such individual, whichever occurs first,
Joseph M. Loretz, Custodial Substitute with Matrix
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #215-11 resolution: Lease of High School Space RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign the lease to BOCES agreement with the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) for one distance learning classroom for the operation of a distance learning program for a one year period beginning September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at a total cost of $5000.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following #216-11 resolution: Lease of Classrooms to RESOLVED, that the President of Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign the lease BOCES agreement with the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) for classrooms at Tioga Hills Elementary, Vestal Hills Elementary, Vestal Middle School and Vestal High School (plus ancillary charges) for the operation of the Oaktree Program for a one year period beginning September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 at a total cost of $65,000.
The Board reviewed proposed revisions in policies 3420 (Sexual Harassment), 3421 (Anti- #217-11 Discrimination), and 4220 (Administrative Authority). Policy None. #218-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, December 21, 2010 – 6:00 pm #219-11 Board Conference Room – Administration Building Future Meetings Tuesday, January 11, 2011 – 7:00pm Tioga Hills Elementary School
On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into anticipated #220-11 Executive Session to discuss matters of particular personnel. Executive Session
The Board took a short break from 8:15PM to 8:22PM. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. #221-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, December 7, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman ABSENT Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey – arrived 6:29pm David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi - ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Roger Warren –dismissed 6:40pm Phyllis Wiley Annamary Allen – dismissed 6:40pm D. Riolo
Executive Session commenced at 6:26 PM in the Upper Conference Room of the Administration Building.
A matter of particular personnel was addressed.
The session was adjourned at 7:05PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, December 7, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman ABSENT Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi - ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Special Education Director Anne Tristan Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 7:08 PM in the small conference room of the Administration Building.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 17 students and 3 504 students.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 5 students.
The session was adjourned at 7:14 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #3 Tuesday, December 7, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice-President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman ABSENT Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Glenna Pitarresi - ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:22 PM in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed matters of particular personnel.
The session was adjourned at 9:25PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
2010 12-7 MIN
Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, December 21, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President – arrived 6:02pm Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey - ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood – dismissed 8:30pm Nora Hickey District Clerk Kay Ellis Joan Miller – arrived 6:02pm Cynthia Milkovich Student Government Representative John Deming Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley – arrived 6:02pm About 22 Visitors
The Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Upper #222-11 Conference Room of the Administration Building. Call to Order
On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 6 to 0 to adjourn immediately into #223-11 Executive Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel and the recommendations from the Committee Executive Session on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education.
The Board returned to open session at 7:07pm.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the #224-11 December 7, 2010 meeting as written. Glenna Pitarresi abstained from the vote. Approval of Minutes
None. #225-11 Public Comments on Agenda Items
Student Government Representative John Deming reported on the following: None. #226-11 Reports Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: --Liaisons: Jerry Etingoff attended the ARE parent group meeting and reported to them on the budget process. He noted that Barry Klipsch, the president and founder of Vestal School Foundation, has a serious health issue and a fundraiser is being planned at the Vestal Elks. Joan Miller attended the District’s Safety Committee meeting where the building condition surveys were reviewed by Bearsch Compeau Knudson. Nora Hickey reported on the Shared Services Committee where Dennis Sweeney presented the pros/cons to consolidation. Cindy Milkovich reported the King Bruin dance went very well. Kim Myers commented on the Ed Alert system. She attended the President/Vice President workshop at BOCES. A reminder was given to the Board regarding the upcoming program by Dr. Kathryn Foster on school district mergers being held January 20th at Terra Cotta. RSVP by 1/7/10 to Kathy Loveland. --The Board’s Code of Conduct was accepted by consensus of the board members. --A schedule for the Superintendent’s evaluation was distributed. --MariLiz Pines, Deputy Commissioner from the Broome County Board of Elections, provided the Board with information regarding the costs associated with using the new scanning voting machines. More information will be gathered and presented to the board regarding the costs of paper ballots and the results timeline.
Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mark LaRoach and Mary Surdey are attending staff meetings in the buildings to discuss budget and RTTT. --Staff from Union Endicott met with VCS staff regarding collaboration of services. --Mark LaRoach attended a school district bankruptcy workshop. --The Boys/Girls Club sponsored a food tasting fundraiser that Mark LaRoach was a judge for.
On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A #227-11 (Treasurer’s Report-November), Schedule B1 (General Report-November), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Acceptance/Approval of Report-November), Schedule C (Bills-November), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Requests); and Schedules A, B1, B3, C, F, approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made:
SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2, 4, 10 and 11 of a master list of above contract positions for the 2010-11 school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: December 21, 2010 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Modified Wrestling VOLUNTEER Winter Season DeMarco, Christopher 12/21/10 INTRAMURALS Middle School Winter $606.00 Demetros, Michael 12/21/10 MUSIC Choreography Senior High $400.00 5/4/10 Iacovelli, Leah 12/21/10 Colorguard (Marching) c/o ½ Middle School $683.00 5/4/10 Zwart, Allison 12/21/10 Colorguard (Marching) c/o ½ Middle School $683.00 5/4/10 Conroy, Heidi 12/21/10 Colorguard (Winter) Middle School $1367.00 5/4/10 Gensler, Becky 12/21/10 Colorguard (Winter) c/o 1/3 Senior High $455.00 5/4/10 Zwart, Allison 12/21/10 Colorguard (Winter) c/o 1/3 Senior High $455.00 5/4/10 Conroy, Heidi 12/21/10 Colorguard (Winter) c/o 1/3 Senior High $455.00 5/4/10 Gensler, Becky 12/21/10
SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATION: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Watts, Shirley Bus Attendant Transportation 11/30/10 Personal Reasons
SCHEDULE NIP 2 RETIREMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENT: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Lowe, Ronald Bus Driver Transportation 1/13/11
SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Butchko, Judy Bus Attendant PT/S Transportation To Bus Attendant 12/22/10 Levie, Michael Bus Attendant (DIT) Transportation To Bus Driver PT/S 12/14/10 The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Atticks, Tina Teacher Aide Monitor 4 hrs/day Clayton Ave 1/19/11 Campbell, Joyce Bus Attendant Transportation 1/29/11 Darrah, Matthew Auto Mechanic Transportation 1/4/11 Korutz, Stephen Bus Driver Transportation 1/27/11 McNierney, Rosaria Typist PT (10 month) African Road 1/19/11
SCHEDULE NIP 11A CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGE IN STATUS: termination after the employee was given notice of this meeting and the employee submitted written response to the recommendation and was not present. NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE REASON DATE Nabywaniec, Frank Custodian (2nd shift) Senior High Termination of 12/17/10 In accordance with the employment recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools and Broome County Rule X.A.
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On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #228-11 resolution: Bid Award for Meat and RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the Cheese Items cooperative bid for meat and cheese items through the Broome County Specification Group for the period 1/1/11 – 2/28/11.
On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following #229-11 resolution: Bid Award for Paper RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the Supplies and Chemicals cooperative bid for paper supplies and chemicals through the Broome County Specification Group for the period 1/1/11 to 8/12/11. The Board discussed the proposed revisions of Policies 3420 (Sexual Harassment), 3421 (Anti- #230-11 Discrimination), and 4220 (Administrative Authority). Policy On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve those revisions. David Hanson abstained from the vote.
None. #231-11 Voice of the Public
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 – 6:00 PM #232-11 Tioga Hills Elementary School Future Meetings Tuesday, January 25, 2011 – 6:00 pm Board Conference Room – Administration Building
The Board took a short break from 8:16 to 8:25pm. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive #233-11 Session to discuss a legal matter. Executive Session
On motion by David Hanson, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn. #234-11 Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM.
______Kay Ellis, District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, December 21, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey - ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley Director of Special Education Anne Tristan – arrived 7:02pm
Executive Session commenced at 6:00 PM in the Upper Conference Room of the Administration Building. A matter of particular personnel was discussed.
Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 17 students and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 2 Section 504 students.
On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 9 students.
The session was adjourned at 7:05PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
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Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York
BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, December 21, 2010
PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Superintendent Mark LaRoach Kim Myers, Vice President Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Jerry Etingoff Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey - ABSENT David Hanson School District Attorney Michael Sherwood Nora Hickey Joan Miller District Clerk Kay Ellis Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi District Negotiator Keith Olivet Phyllis Wiley
Executive Session commenced at 8:25PM in the Board Conference room of the Administration Building. The Board discussed a legal matter.
The session was adjourned at 8:50PM.
______Kay Ellis District Clerk
BOE: 2010 12-21 MIN
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