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13717 October 8, 2019 BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC ACTION MEETING October 8, 2019 The public action meeting of the Bridgeton Board of Education was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Ms. Todd. Board Members present were Ashlee Todd, Dulce Gomez, Erica Mosley, Mary Peterson, Marian King, Albert Morgan, Angelia Edwards, Tyrone Williams and Mr. Kenny Smith Bey Jr.. Also in attendance were Dr. H. Victor Gilson, Interim Superintendent, Mrs. Nicole Albanese, School Business Administrator, Mr. Maurice Tyndell, Director of Human Resources, and Mr. Al Marmero, Board Solicitor. Prayer was offered by Mr. Morgan. Information: 1.5 OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT The New Jersey Open Public Meeting Law was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of the public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. Bridgeton Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time and place thereof posted on the electronic picture board in the Thomas C. Lane, IV Administration Building, posted on the district website and advertised in South Jersey Times, Bridgeton and The Press of Atlantic City, Pleasantville, on July 18, 2019. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION- Rhonda Carney, former employee, addressed the board regarding her termination four years ago. Ms. Carney stated her recollection of the events surrounding her release and that she expressed that she did not believe that is was fair. Action: 1.7 RESOLUTIONS Motion by Mr. Williams, second by Mrs. Peterson approving the following resolution: Authorizing Disposal of Surplus Property. Motion carried, roll call vote 9-0 Action: 1.8 RESOLUTIONS Motion by Ms. Peterson second by Kenny Smith Bey approving THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT, SALARY GUIDES AND SUCCESSOR COLLECTIVE NEGOTIATIONS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE TEAMSTERS LOCAL 676 BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION CUSTODIANS. Motion carried, roll call vote 9-0. Action: 1.9 RESOLUTIONS Motion by Mr. Williams second by Mr. Smith Bey, approving THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT, SALARIES IN HOURLY RATE CHART AND SUCCESSOR COLLECTIVE NEGOTIATIONS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE TEAMSTERS LOCAL 676 BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION BUS DRIVERS. Motion carried, roll call vote 9-0 13718 October 8, 2019 Action: 1.10 RESOLUTIONS Motion by Ms. Peterson second by Ms. Todd approving THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT, SALARY GUIDES AND SIDEBAR AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE BRIDGETON BOARD OF EDUCATION AND THE BRIDGETON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION. Motion carried, roll call vote 8-0-1, with Mr. Williams abstaining Information: 1.11 PRESENTATIONS - Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) and ACCESS for ELLS, District Performance Level Summary (Attached) Employees of the Month Dr. Gilson and Ms. Todd presented the employee of the month. A certificated and non-certificated staff member were recognized. Mr. Sherman Denby was the certificated staff member and Brenda Williams was the non-certificated staff member. Bulldogs of the Month Dr. Gilson presented the Bulldogs of the month. Each student received a plaque and incentive. The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC), New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) Dr. Tavani presented the PARCC & NJSLA results to the Board. The power point shared the scores from 2015 -2019 for each of the schools in the district. Dr Merriweather provided information on the achievements the district has made and explained the plan to move the students forward instructionally.. Information: 1.12 Committee Reports – Negotiations – the BEA contract was ratified and is being presented for approval. Curriculum and Instruction - Intervention Strategies were shared with the board. Action, Minutes: 1.13 APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Public Action Meeting: September 2019 Regular & Executive Minutes Motion by Ms. Peterson, second by Mr. Smith Bey Approving September 2019 Regular Public Action & Executive Meeting Minutes. Motion carried, roll call vote 8-0-1, with Ms. Edwards abstaining. CONSENT AGENDA Action (Consent): 1.14 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS Items 3.2 and 11.1B were moved to non-consent prior to the vote and will be voted on individually. Motion by Ms. Mosley, second by Mr. Smith Bey approving all consent agenda items. Motion carried, roll call vote 9-0 13719 October 8, 2019 2. APPROVAL OF TEXTBOOKS/MATERIALS/CURRICULUM Action (Consent): 2.1 Board Curriculum and Instruction Committee Approved Items Resolution: Approved the following Board Curriculum and Instruction Committee approved items. All items were approved by the Board Curriculum and Instruction Committee on September 10, 2019 Curriculum History through Film and Media Sports in Modern Society Medical Terminology Creative Writing 11th CP English Success 101 AP US Government and Politics Computer Literacy I and II Entrepreneurship World Language I-IV Textbooks The Office Specialist Master ASL! Master ASL!- Workbook 3. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Action (Consent): 3.1 Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo 2019 Approved Allison Wentzell to attend the Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo 2019 in Philadelphia, PA on October 26-29, 2019. Total Cost=$457.00 Registration = $395.00 Transportation = $62.00 Action (Consent): 3.2 Beyond School Hours XXII Conference Resolution: Approved Timothy Zoyac, Pathways 21st Century Afterschool Project Manager, to attend the Beyond School Hours XXII Conference in Orlando FL on February 26-29, 2020. The conference provides professional development and hands-on workshops for educators and leaders working with students all across America. This is a mandatory conference, all costs are covered by the Pathway's Grant. Total Cost = $2,076.49 Travel - $327.49 Meals - $264.00 Lodging - $836.00 Registration - $599.00 Miscellaneous - $50.00 13720 October 8, 2019 Action (Consent): 3.3 Pharr San Juan Alamo (PSJA) Early College High School Conference Resolution: Approved Dr. Abdul-Azeem Ahmad, Assistant Principal, to attend the Pharr San Juan Alamo (PSJA) Early College High School Conference on November 13-15 , 2019 at McAllen Convention Center in McAllen, Texas. This conference will provide learning opportunities that include implementation and lessons in scaling the early college model and systemically working to have all students' college ready. Cost: Registration-$350; Transportation- $425; per gsa .gov rate Meals $137.50; per gsa .gov rate. Lodging -$220; Other Expenses (luggage) $50.00 = Total $1,183.30 Action (Consent): 3.4 Indian Avenue School - Staff Medical Emergency Training Resolution: Approved Matthew Malone BSN, RN, CCRN to collaborate with Indian Avenue School in an effort to optimally prepare for any medical emergencies on a date designated by administration. He has over 15 years Emergency Medical Service experience and would provide the staff and AED team at Indian Avenue School with a wealth of helpful knowledge to help keep the students/staff safe. Action (Consent): 3.5 Buckshutem Road School Language Arts Instruction Observation Resolution: Approved Buckshutem Road School Language Arts Instruction Observation by Interboro School District of Prospect Park, PA on October 18, 2019. The visiting school's four kindergarten teachers, Reading Specialist and the Language Arts Supervisor will observe Orton Gillingham in action and discuss with Mrs. Barbara Wilchensky, Director of Language Arts Literacy Curriculum and teachers. 4. APPROVAL OF STUDENT PROGRAMS Action (Consent): 4.1 Bridgeton High School Guest Speaker Resolution: Approved Bridgeton High School Guest Speaker, David Batchelor, a local resident who has spent 30 years working for the DEA. Mr. Batchelor will speak to The Law and You Class and any other classes that may be studying relevant content. Action (Consent): 4.2 Bridgeton High School Red Cross Blood Drive Resolution: Approved Bridgeton High School to partner with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in the Auditorium or Gymnasium from 8:00 AM to 2:25 PM. Action (Consent): 4.3 Bridgeton High School Air Force JROTC Leadership Forum Resolution: Approved Bridgeton High School Air Force JROTC Drill Team to host a Leadership Forum for instructors and cadets on Saturday, January 11, 2020. The training provided for cadets will be on leadership, drill and ceremonies, refresher course for newest technology implications for Air Force JROTC Curriculum. Arrival time for guest units 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The host functions rotates between the different New Jersey High School Air Force JROTC Units. Bridgeton High School Media Center, Conference Room , Auditorium, Gymnasium and J- 3.Requesting one custodian from 12 noon till 3:00 PM. Name Position Location Hours # of weeks Rate (1) Custodian Custodian BHS 3 N/A $30.66/hr 13721 October 8, 2019 Action (Consent): 4.4 Bridgeton High School Swedish Exchange Parent/Family Information Session Resolution: Approved the Swedish Exchange Committee to hold a parent/family information session from 5:00-6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Bridgeton High School for students who have met the qualifications to apply to be an exchange student to Eskilstuna, Sweden. Parents/Families must attend in order for the student to be eligible to apply. Action (Consent): 4.5 Broad Street School Southwest Council Life Skills Training Program Resolution: Approved Broad Street School Southwest Council Life Skills Training Program October-December 2019. Students in grades 3-8 (with their parents) will participate in a 7-week program at night from 5:30-7:30 PM, covering subjects that include mental health/physical health and wellness, alcohol, vaping, marijuana, communication, decision-making, stress and coping skills, and social media. There is no cost for this program. Action (Consent): 4.6 Broad Street School Winter Family Stem Night Resolution: Approved Broad Street School Winter Family Stem Night (3rd - 8th grade) on Tuesday, December 10, 2019, from 5:30-7:30 PM. The families will rotate through stations working on math, art, and science stem projects together. They will learn the art of working together and accomplishing a common goal together. There will be collaboration with Kids Corner and the robotics club.