RIDGEFIELD PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ridgefield Park, N.J. REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING August 16, 2017 MINUTES
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RIDGEFIELD PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ridgefield Park, N.J. REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING August 16, 2017 MINUTES PUBLIC MEETING of the Board of Education, Village of Ridgefield Park, County of Bergen, was held at 7:00 p.m., at the Jr./Sr. High School, One Ozzie Nelson Drive, Ridgefield Park, New Jersey on the above date. The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: Board Members: Ruby-Blue, Merritt Butler, Cooney, Cuozzo, Fytros, Kraljic, Martinez, Thiemann and President DeSantis Absent: Trustee: Lingle OPENING STATEMENT: The New Jersey Public Meetings Law was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interest is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this Act, the Ridgefield Park Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time and place thereof posted in the Bergen Record, Municipal Building and Board of Education Offices. The Board convened to Executive Session at 7:00 p.m. EXECUTIVE Motion by Trustee Cuozzo SESSION: Seconded by Trustee Martinez RESOLVE that the Board of Education retire to executive session for the following purpose: Personnel. The Board of Education will return to this public session. The minutes of the executive session shall be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. Vote: Ayes: Trustees: Ruby-Blue, Merritt Butler, Cooney, Cuozzo, Fytros, Kraljic, Martinez, Thiemann and President DeSantis Absent: Trustee: Lingle The Board convened to the public portion of the meeting at 7:35 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Board Members: Ruby-Blue, Merritt Butler, Cooney, Cuozzo, Fytros, Kraljic, Martinez, Thiemann and President DeSantis Absent: Trustee: Lingle SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS RESIGNATION OF BOARD Motion by Trustee Cuozzo MEMBER Seconded by Trustee Thiemann RESOLVE that the Board of Education accept the resignation of board member, Scott Lingle, effective immediately. Vote: Ayes: Trustees: Ruby-Blue, Merritt Butler, Cooney, Cuozzo, Fytros, Kraljic, Martinez, Thiemann and President DeSantis Absent: Trustee: Lingle MINUTES APPROVAL: Motion by Trustee Cuozzo Seconded by Trustee Thiemann RESOLVE that the Board of Education approve the following minutes as submitted: Regular Meeting – June 28, 2017 Regular/Goal Setting Meeting Meeting – July 17, 2017 Vote: Voice - Approved Abstention: Trustees: Ruby-Blue and Fytros for July 17, 2017 meeting. EXECUTIVE MINUTES Motion by Trustee Cuozzo APPROVAL: Seconded by Trustee Thiemann RESOLVE that the Board of Education approve the following executive session minutes as submitted by the board secretary: Regular Meeting – June 28, 2017 Regular/Goal Setting Meeting – July 17, 2017 Vote: Voice - Approved Abstention: Trustees: Ruby-Blue and Fytros for July 17, 2017 meeting. RIDGEFIELD PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ridgefield Park, N.J. REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING August 16, 2017 MINUTES CORRESPONDENCE: None COMMITTEE REPORTS: None SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT: Mr. Eric Koenig reported: 1. Correction to extra compensation rates for athletics. 2. Congratulations to Rohan Modi for his selection for the Communication Award at NJIT Pre-College Program. It is the second time he has won the award. 3. Update on positions to be filled: Psychology, Behaviorist and Special Education. 4. Strike one resolution, Personnel #31. 5. Notification letters on lead testing mailed to parents. 6. Thanked Mr. Lingle for years of service. Mr. Michael Steinmetz: There is a change to FI# 24. HEARING OF CITIZENS ON AGENDA: Mrs. Susan DeSantis: Why does newspaper say Woodland Park? Answer: The Record has moved to Woodland Park. How many Special Education students have gone out of district? How many new tuitions? Reply: We will have information for next meeting. Mrs. DeSantis had questions on Personnel Nos. 23 (split of stipend). #26, #27, and #32. Mrs. Linda Artuso: Question on FI#20 – Could they have stayed in district? TB test for workers less than 20 hours. Why not? Mr. Koenig replied: Not required. Could be Board be sued if contracted TB? Attorney replied: Can always be sued, but some coverage. Will information be given for bed bug training? The nurse replied: Yes. Question on Personnel No. 30 – Not on entry level, quality does matter. Applaud 8505. Ms. Berlinda Rodriguez: When did Delta-T put in application for NJDOE approval? When did we know? Mr. Steinmetz replied: After agenda was posted. Mrs. Mary Ellen Murphy: Will Scott be removed from Board? Why change to graduation credits? Mr. Thomas Blumenthal: Paperwork of Little Ferry filled out regarding football game, hold harmless agreement? Was there a Board resolution? Mr. Koenig said he would have to check. Was softball agreement approved by the state monitor? Were all resignations submitted since last Board meeting? Any other dual enrollment courses? Reply: Yes. Will provide list at next meeting. HEARING OF CITIZENS OFF AGENDA ITEMS: Mrs. Linda Artuso: Are you starting Adult Education again to raise revenue? Reply: On Discussion with Board. Mrs. Susan DeSantis: Remind: Flushing fountains. Proof of students doing online coursework. Expansion of sports, restore 8th grade programs? Use of some of the additional funds. Administrator stipend – longevity. Why are they getting them in the first place? When did longevity start? Answer: 2014-2015. Is it against Board policy? How many goals were met? Mr. Koenig replied: Current goals on website. We will research it. District goals – met some – not all of them. Please give Mr. DeSantis a list of goals and objectives and those met. Forensic audit? - Administration certificate? Mrs. Mary Ellen Murphy: Pay to play total? Mr. Koenig replied: Put in Board report, first deadline next Friday. Practice started Monday. Opening day letters to all. RIDGEFIELD PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS Ridgefield Park, N.J. REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING August 16, 2017 MINUTES Mr. Thomas Blumenthal: Curriculum? Standard by grade level? Revised by the state? Mr. Koenig replied: Done during QSAC. OFAC Report – Did Eric Koenig have additional documentation not present. CAP accepted. Ms. Elaine Marin: Lead testing: Lincoln School failed. Water bottles accepted in school. Playground – Work to be done? Will get back to Ms. Marin. Mrs. Berlinda Rodriguez: SEPAC – fun and fitness. Mr. Edmond DeSantis: New business – change policy to record closed session. Revise policy for discussion. Policy No. 0168 recording board meetings. FACULTY AND PROGRAM FP:#9 - 8/16/17 Motion by Trustee Cuozzo POLICIES/REGULATIONS Seconded by Trustee Martinez RESOLVE that the Board of Education, on the recommendation of Mr. Eric W. Koenig, Superintendent of Schools, approves the first reading of the following Policies/Regulations (new, revised and abolished). ByLaw/Policy/Regulation Name Number Physical Examination (Revised) M P3160/R3160 Physical Examination (Revised) M P4160/R4160 High School Graduation (Revised) M P5460 Suspension (Revised) M P5610/R5610 Sexual Harassment (Revised) M P5751/R5751 Marital Status and Pregnancy (Revised) M P5752 Bed Bugs (New) P7424/R7424 District Sustainability Policy (New) P7461 Use of School Facilities (Revised) P7510/R7510 Local Wellness Policy/Nutrient Standards for Meals and Other Foods P8505 (Revised) M Unpaid Meal Charges/Outstanding Food Service Charges (Revised) M P8550 FP:#10 - 8/16/17 SPORTS SCHEDULES RESOLVE that the Board of Education, on the recommendation of Mr. Eric W. Koenig, Superintendent of Schools, approves following 2017-2018 Fall Sports Schedules. Boys Varsity Football Day Date Opponent Place Time Friday 9/1/17 Ramsey High School Away 7:00 PM Saturday 9/9/17 Teaneck High School Away 7:00 PM Friday 9/15/17 Indian Hills High School Home* 7:00 PM Saturday 9/23/17 Cliffside Park High School Away 1:00 PM Thursday 9/28/17 Fort Lee High School Away 7:00 PM Friday 10/6/17 Westwood Home 7:00 PM Friday 10/13/17 River Dell Regional High School Home 7:00 PM Friday 10/20/17 Pascack Valley High School Away 7:00 PM Friday 10/27/17 Bergenfield Home 7:00 PM *to be played at Bassano Field in Little Ferry Boys Junior Varsity Football Day Date Opponent Place Time Monday 9/11/17 Teaneck High School Home 4:00 PM Monday 9/18/17 Indian Hills High School Away 4:00 PM Monday 9/25/17 Cliffside Park High School Home 4:00 PM Monday 10/2/17 Fort Lee High School Home 4:00 PM Monday 10/9/17 Westwood Away 4:00 PM Monday 10/16/17 River Dell Regional High School Away 4:00 PM Monday 10/23/17 Pascack Valley High School Home 4:00 PM Monday 10/30/17 Bergenfield Away 4:00 PM Monday 11/6/17 Ramsey High School Home 4:00 PM Boys Freshman Football Day Date Opponent Place Time Saturday 9/9/17 Teaneck High School Home 9:00 AM Saturday 9/16/17 Indian Hills High School Away 9:00 AM Saturday 9/23/17 Cliffside Park High School Home 9:00 AM Saturday 9/30/17 Fort Lee High School Home 9:00 AM Saturday 10/7/17 Westwood (ACT day) Away 9:00 AM Saturday 10/14/17 River Dell Regional High School Away 9:00 AM Saturday 10/21/17 Pascack Valley High School Home 9:00 AM Saturday 10/28/17 Bergenfield Away 9:00 AM Saturday 11/4/17 Ramsey High School Home 9:00 AM Boys Varsity Soccer Day Date Opponent Place Time Thursday 8/31/17 New Milford High School Home 10:00 AM Tuesday 9/5/17 Ridgefield Memorial High School Home 4:00 PM Wednesday 9/6/17 Pascack Hills High School Away 4:15 PM Friday 9/8/17 Dwight Morrow High School Home 4:00 PM Monday 9/11/17 Dumont High School Away 7:15 PM Wednesday 9/13/17 Fort Lee High School Home 4:00 PM Tuesday 9/19/17 Westwood Away 4:00 PM Monday 9/25/17 Cliffside Park High School