EAST ORANGE BOARD of EDUCATION 199 4Th AVENUE EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY 07017

EAST ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION 199 4th AVENUE EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY 07017

REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING

East Orange Board of Education Tuesday, May 10, 2016 – 6:00 P.M. 199 4th Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07017

AGENDA

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

III. ROLL CALL

IV. BOARD OF EDUCATION

A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

BE IT RESOLVED, the East Orange Board of Education approves the minutes of the following meetings:

 April 12, 2016

V. REPORT OF THE ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

A. POLICY READING

1. BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education present as second reading the following policies.

Policy No. Description New/Revised 0167 Public Participation in Board Meetings Revised Bylaw 0168 Recording Board Meetings Revised Bylaw 2422 Health and Physical Education Revised Policy 2431 Athletic Competition Revised Policy 2431.2 Medical Examination Prior to Participation on a School Sponsored Revised Regulation Interscholastic or Intramural Team or Squad 5111 Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students Revised Policy & Regulation 5310 Health Services Revised Policy & Regulation 5330.01 Administration of Medical Marijuana New Policy & Regulation 5460 High School Graduation Revised Policy 8462 Reporting Potentially Missing or Abused Children Revised Policy and Regulation 8550 Outstanding Food Service Charges Revised Policy

B. PRESENTATION

1. Presentation from the Tyson Elementary School PTO for schools who participated in the Flint, Michigan Project, presented by Ms. Passion Moss-Hasan, Principal of Tyson Elementary.

2. Presentation of the 2015 – 2016 East Orange School District Governor’s Teacher of the Year Award and the Educational Services Professional of the Year Award presented by the Principals of East Orange School District and Dr. Deborah Harvest, Assistant Superintendent of Operations. 1

2015-2016 East Orange School District Governor’s Teacher of the Year Award

Governor’s Teacher of the Year: School: Ms. Danielle Williams Benjamin Banneker Academy Mrs. Tiana McCargo Bowser School of Excellence Mrs. Michele Moore Carver Institute Ms. December Moore Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Academy Mrs. Emily Negron Mildred Barry Garvin School Mrs. Stacey Field Althea Gibson Academy Ms. Maria Elmera Whitney Houston Academy Ms. Suzette Thomas Langston Hughes School Ms. Erica Brown J. Garfield Jackson, Sr. Academy Ms. Narda Morant Ecole Toussaint Louverture School Ms. Ashley Elio Gordon Parks Academy Mrs. Kelly Speed-Hobbs Cicely L. Tyson Elementary School Ms. Denise Godoblt Wahlstrom Academy Ms. Rasheedah Tucker Dionne Warwick Institute Mrs. Julia Atkinson-Johnson WE Academy Ms. Renea Duval John L. Costley, Sr., Middle School Ms. Deborah Thompson Patrick F. Healy Middle School Mr. John Giotta Sojourner Truth Middle School Mrs. Paulette Thompson Cicely L. Tyson Middle/High School Mr. Sheldon Harris Fresh Start Academy Middle School Ms. Bonnie Taylor East Orange STEM Academy High School Dr. David Mwangi East Orange Campus High School Ms. Aja Carter Fresh Start Academy High School

2015-2016 East Orange School District Educational Services Professional of the Year Award

Educational Services Professional of the Year: School: Ms. Maria Zacharatos Benjamin Banneker Academy Mrs. Maria Musano Bowser School of Excellence Ms. Kathy Shoulars Carver Institute Ms. Elaine Evans Johnie L. Cochran, Jr. Academy Mrs. Quanceletta Pittman Althea Gibson Academy Ms. Anne Marie Rogalcheck-Frissell Whitney Houston Academy Ms. Nijmima Coleman Langston Hughes School Ms. Vanessa Ming J. Garfield Jackson, Sr. Academy Mrs. Deborah Marshall Cicely L. Tyson Elementary School Mrs. Vanessa Zimmermon-Duck Wahlstrom Academy Mrs. Mary Inglis Dionne Warwick Institute Mrs. Christina Elias John L. Costley, Sr., Middle School Ms. Alexis Burks Patrick F. Healy Middle School Mrs. Zainab Abdul-Zahir Sojourner Truth Middle School Ms. Robin Lewis Cicely L. Tyson Middle/High School Mr. Robert Wilson Fresh Start Academy Middle School Ms. Deidra Chatman East Orange STEM Academy High School Mr. Wayland Allrich East Orange Campus High School Mr. Ricardo Ramos Fresh Start Academy High School

VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

VII. COMMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE PRESIDENT

VIII. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

IX. RETIRE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION

X. RECOMMENCE PUBLIC MEETING

XI. ROLL CALL

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

a. Mildred Barry Garvin PTO School Carnival b. Apex Learning Digital Curriculum Blended Learning Credit Recovery and Tutorial Programming c. Family Science Night d. Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony e. Young Audiences Assembly Program – Garden State Percussion Meet the Beat f. Platinum Minds Program at STEM Academy g. Professional and Dining Etiquette Training h. STEM Academy College/Career i. Student Council Carnival j. Fifth Grade Social k. Field Day at Oval Park l. School Olympics m. School Carnival n. Annual PTA School Carnival o. 2016-2017 Early Childhood Staff’s Summer Employment p. Risk and Protective Factors Survey Administration q. Special Education Home Instruction Students r. Special Education Out of District Placements s. Public Child Study Team Services t. Public School Home Instruction u. High School Summer School v. Zippy’s Friends Program: Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health MSU College of Education and Human Services w. Paley Center for Media x. CTL Teaching Methods Training for all High School Science & Engineering Teachers y. Submission of the Instructional Improvement System ((IIS) Grant z. High School Graduation Requirements aa. Permission to Apply for the Preparing Students with IEPs for Life in the Community, Integrated Employment and Post-School Success bb. Scholastic “I Read” cc. NEA/Classroom Close-up NJ

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

dd. Career and Technical Education Teacher Leaders for EO Campus High School for the 2015- 2016 School Year ee. Student Recommendations for In-District Alternative Program Placement ff. Student Disciplinary Hearings – SPED Recommendation for Out of District Alternative Education Placement gg. Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Monthly Report hh. Field Trip Agenda

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

a. Retirements b. Resignations c. Separation d. Leaves of Absence e. Granting of Requests for Extended Sick Leave f. Transfers g. Salary Adjustments h. Staff Appointments i. Summer Staff Appointments j. Approval of Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Appointments – Various Locations – 2016-2017 k. Abolishment of Positions l. Agenda Changes/Corrections m. 2016-2017 Reappointment List n. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between the East Orange Board of Education and East Orange Administrators’ Association (EOAA) o. Approval and Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement (EOESA) p. Appointment q. Suspension r. Professional Conferences

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

a. List of Bills (Ratify) b. List of Bills c. Appropriation Transfers d. Appropriation Transfers – ECPA/Fund 15 e. T-1 Request for Taxes from the City of East Orange f. Recommendation to Approve Fund Raising Requests g. Acceptance of 2016-2017 Preschool Program Plan Update and Budget Approval h. Recommendation for Extension of Award of Bid – Temporary Personnel Services i. Recommendation for Extension of Award – Educational Evaluation Services (2016-2017) j. Recommendation for Extension of Award – Web-Based Autism Resource Program 2016-2017 SY k. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting l. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting m. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting n. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting o. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting p. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting q. Recommendation to Approve Price Increase for Paid Student Lunches 4

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

r. Coastal Learning Center s. Acceptance of a Donation – Warwick t. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Educational Services Commission of Morris County for NJ Classroom Supplies SY 2016-2017 u. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission for 2016-2017 v. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission for 2016-2017 w. Recommendation to Approve the Adjustment for the Banked Cap in the amount of $1,729,000 for the FY2017 x. Adoption of the 2016-2017 Revised Budget for the East Orange Board of Education y. A-148 Secretary’s Report z. A-149 Treasurer’s Report aa. Budgetary Major Account/Fund Status Certificate bb. Donations to East Orange STEM Academy PRC (First Robotics) Team # 5310 cc. 2016 W.E.B. Dubois Scholars Institute dd. Scholastic “I Read”

4. MAINTENANCE SERVICES

a. Recommendation for the Use of Facility

XIII. CLOSING STATEMENT/ADJOURNMENT

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

a. Mildred Barry Garvin PTO School Carnival – (Walker)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves a PTO sponsored carnival consisting of inflated rides and games stations to be assembled by Amazing Amusements and Entertainment, Inc. at Mildred Barry Garvin School on June 17, 2016 at no cost to the District.

b. Apex Learning Digital Curriculum: Blended Learning Credit Recovery and Tutorial Programming – (Champagne, Fraser, Schumacher)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves APEX Learning as a technology integration tool for students whose academic programming require credit recovery (RTI) through use of tutorial as well as credit accrual; Implementation for Fresh Start High School, Fresh Start Middle, Tyson Middle/High School and STEM High School. District specialized Algebra I Cohort. Implementation July 1, 2016. The total cost will not exceed $29,000.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving any goods or services from said vendor/consultant.

(Account Code: TBD – Based on 7/1/16 Budgetary Consideration)

c. Family Science Night – (Sturdivant)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy student body and staff to participate in Family Science Night activities to be held in the cafeteria and auditorium area of Wahlstrom on May 18, 2016 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at no cost to the District.

d. Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony – (Sturdivant)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy to conduct a Kindergarten Graduation ceremony in the Campus High School Auditorium on June 15, 2016 at no cost to the District.

e. Young Audiences Assembly Program – Garden State Percussion Meet the Beat – (Sturdivant)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves a presentation of Garden State Percussion Meet the Beat (hosted by Young Audiences) for Wahlstrom students at Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy on May 24, 2016 at no cost to the District.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

f. Platinum Minds Program at STEM Academy – (Richardson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the participation of three (3) male students from STEM Academy who show great leadership potential and academic commitment to participate in the Platinum program at no cost to the district.

g. Professional and Dining Etiquette Training for 6-7 grades at STEM Academy – (Richardson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the establishment of an after-school program geared towards assisting student’s development and understanding of proper professional etiquette, and apply basic professional skills, etiquette, and manners with no cost to the District.

h. STEM Academy College/Career Day – (Richardson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the attendance of Dr. Davis and Mr. Gass from Hertz, Mr. Holder from Verizon, Ms. Pouncel from Liberty Mutual and other invited guests to speak to the students at the STEM Academy for College/Career Day on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 with no cost to the District.

i. Student Council Carnival – (Shults)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves a school event for Pre-K to 5th grade students to participate the Student Council Carnival activities on June 16, 2016 from 8:30 – 2:30 at Gordon Parks Academy at no cost to the District.

j. Fifth Grade Social – (Schults)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves an activity for the 5th grade students to participate in the Gordon Parks Academy End of the Year Social on June 10, 2016 from 5 pm – 8 pm to be held in the Gordon Parks Academy cafeteria at no cost to the District.

k. Field Day at Oval Park – (Shults)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves a school event for PreK to 5th grade students to participate in Field Day activities on May 27, 2016 from 8:30 – 2:50 at Oval Park located at 120 Eaton Place, East Orange, NJ at no cost to the District.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

l. School Olympics – (Lovett)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves Dionne Warwick Institute’s staff and students to attend the Dionne Warwick Institute Spring Olympics on June 3, 2016 at no cost to the District.

m. School Carnival – (Lovett)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves Dionne Warwick Institute’s staff and students to attend the Dionne Warwick Institute School Carnival on June 21, 2016 at no cost to the District.

n. Annual PTA School Carnival – (Johnson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves Ecole Toussaint Louverture School’s staff and students to attend Ecole Toussaint Louverture PTA sponsored carnival on June 10, 2016 with a rain date to be June 17, 2016 at no cost to the District.

o. 2016 – 2017 Early Childhood Staff’s Summer Employment – (Lofton-Simpson, Aquil)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the proposal for the Early Childhood Staff; 5 master teachers @ 60 hours each, 4 PIRT members @ 30 hours each (2 social workers and 2 behavior specialists), 3 nurses @ 30 hours each to be employed and compensated at the contractual rate for their 2016 summer work. All staff members will work from July 5th, 2016 through July 28th, 2016 in order to prepare for the 2016-2017 school year at a cost that will not exceed $16,830.

(Account Codes: 17.20.218.200.176.028.026.9026 17.20.218.200.104.028.026.9029 17.20.218.200.104.028.026.9027)

p. Risk and Protective Factors Survey Administration – (Harvest, Ramsey)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves a partnership with the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Team (ADAPT) to administer at no cost to the District, the Risk and Protective Factors Survey every two (2) years between October and November, starting October – November 2016 to students in grades 6, 8 and 10 until mutually decided between East Orange Board of Education and ADAPT.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

q. Special Education Home Instruction Students – (Harvest, Santos)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves 11 students for home instruction.

(Account Code: 11.150.100.0500.0000.028.031)

r. Special Education Out of District Placement – (Harvest, Santos)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the contract for 5 students to be placed out of district for a total cost of $98,780.

(Account Codes: 11.000.100.562.028.031.0000 – Public 11.000.100.564.028.031.0000 – Vocational 11.000.100.565.028.031.0000 – County 11.000.100.566.028.031.0000 – Private)

s. Public Child Study Team Services – (Harvest, Santos)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the contract between the East Orange School District and the Essex Regional Educational Services Commission for the provision of Child Study Team Services: Social Assessment - $324.73; Educational - $324.73; Psychological Evaluation - $324.73; Speech Evaluation - $324.73; and Bilingual Evaluation - $432.97 per evaluation. If additional projective test are needed, the rate will be $335.55 per Psychological Evaluation for the 2016-2017 school year.

(Account Code: 11.000.219.0390.000.028.031.0000)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

t. Public School Home Instruction – (Harvest, Santos)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the contract between the East Orange School District and the Essex Regional Educational Services Commission for the provision of Public School Home Instructions Services to students within the District at a cost of $43.30 per hour for each instructor during the 2016-2017 school year.

(Account Code: 11.150.100.500.028.031.0000)

u. High School Summer School – (Harvest)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the hiring of 2 site supervisors to oversee the Credit Recovery Program and Summer Bridge at Campus High School at a cost not to exceed $9.950 (30 days credit recovery/19 days summer bridge).

(Account Code: District Fund 13)

v. Zippy’s Friends Program: Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health MSU College of Education and Human Services – (Griffin, Tyler)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves for the District’s kindergarten and first grade teachers to receive staff development during June 2016, to implement Zippy’s Friends Program designed to promote anti-bullying behavior and coping skills at no cost to the District.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

w. Paley Center for Media – (Griffin, Colson)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves The Paley Center for Media, 25 West 52nd Street, NYC providing professional development and workshops on the National Common Core in the Arts and Media Arts in district and Paley Center – September 1, 2, 3, 2016 and October 13, 26, 2016. Cost to the District - $8,620.

(Account Codes: 16.11.000.221.320.000.000.9706 16.11.000.270.517.000.000.9706)

x. CTL Teaching Methods Training for All High School Science & Engineering Teachers – (Griffin, Adissa)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves New Jersey Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) to conduct a half day professional development training on Wednesday, May 11 to all 9- 12 Science & Engineering Teachers in the district. The overall total cost to be incurred by the District is $1,000.

(Account Code: 16.11.000.221.500.028.026.0000)

y. Submission of the Instructional Improvement System (IIS) Grant – (Griffin)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the submission of and the acceptance upon the subsequent approval of the Instructional Improvement System (NGO 17-RT06-A01) grant application in the amount of $53,420. The project period is June 1, 2016 to November 30, 2016.

z. High School Graduation Requirements – (Griffin)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the number of credits required to be eligible for graduation from East Orange Campus High School, Cicely Tyson Visual and Performing Arts High School and East Orange STEM High Schools; that recognizing the unique academic programs in each high school, students are required to satisfactorily complete a specific number of credits to earn their diploma based on the high school’s Program of Studies which includes the mandated courses and required testing promulgated by the New Jersey Department of Education and the specific Program of Studies for the high school the student attends at no cost to the District. 11

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

aa. Permission to Apply for the Preparing Students with IEPs for Life in the Community, Integrated Employment and Post-School Success – (Harvest, Santos, Ramsey)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves permission for Mrs. Tonya Santos, Director and Ms. Thelma Ramsey, Assistant Director to apply for the Preparing Students with IEPs for the Life in the Community, Integrated Employment and Post-School Success Grant. The grant application will include a proposal to facilitate programs for special education students in all three of our High schools. The grant seeks to provide services that will increase opportunities for the independence in our special needs population upon graduating from High School at no cost to the District.

bb. Scholastic “I Read” – (Davis, Sturdivant, Vincent, Heaphy, Jacob, Alsbrook-Davis, Walker, Jackson, Hamilton, Joseph, Johnson, Shults, Moss-Hasan, Lovett, Burton, Bialkin, Griffin)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the partnership between Scholastic “I Read” program and the EOSD to implement perpetual site licenses for Gibson, Wahlstrom, Banneker, Bowser, Cochran, Carver, Garvin, Hughes, Houston, Jackson, Louverture, Parks, Tyson Elementary, Warwick and We Academy schools at a cost to the District not to exceed $337,900.

(Account Code: 17.11.000.221.500.028.033.0000)

cc. NEA/Classroom Close up, NJ– (Champagne)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the Executive Director of the Education Law Center, David Sciarra, to meet with High School student on May 10, 2016 at no cost to the District to discuss education rights and the Abbott Decision and how it relates to the students in the classroom.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

dd. Career and Technical Education Teacher Leaders for EO Campus High School for the 2015- 2016 School Year – (Griffin)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the work performance of selected teachers as teacher leaders for professional development sessions in Advanced Career Project-based Learning, Literacy Design Collaborative, and the Mathematics Design Collaborative job- embedded coaching at Campus High School at a cost to the District not to exceed $11,000.

(Account Code: 16.20.231.100.100.101.001.0000)

ee. Student Recommendations for In-District Alternative Program Placement – (Ramsey)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the recommendation to in-direct alternative program placement for eleven (11) students at no additional cost to the District.

ff. Student Disciplinary Hearings – SPED Recommendation for Out of District Alternative Education Placement – (Harvest)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the recommendation to Out of District Alternative Education placement for one student as a result of the Disciplinary hearing.

gg. Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Monthly Incident Reporting – (Harvest)

BE IT RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, accepts the report of 6 incidents for April 2016 for the NJDOE monthly reporting of HIB.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

hh. Field Trips

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the following field trips.”

No. Reason (include Cost/Budgets incentive & benefit) Names(s) Destination Date(s) SB - School Based/GB - Grant Based/ AB - Arts Based Budgets 1 Ms. D. Sprague East Orange, NJ Walking trip to the 2015-2016 No cost to the district 139 students NJ Children's 14 staff members Explorer Museum Houston Academy (Educational) 2 Ms. B. Evans East Orange, NJ Walking trip to the 5/17/16 No cost to the district 152 students NJ Children's 5/20/16 11 staff members Explorer Museum 5/23/16 Wahlstrom Academy (Educational) 5/31/16 6/17/16 3 Ms. Barnes Bayonne, NJ To participate in the 5/17/16 $696.80 Transportation 15 students Newark, NJ Colors of the 6/2/16 $696.80 Total 4 staff members Rainbow Dance 16.11.000.270.517.000.000.9706 (AB) Parks Academy Performances (Rewards & Incentive) 4 Mr. D. Johnson East Orange, NJ Walking trip to 5/19/16 No cost to the district 10 students FSHS Academy 1 staff member (Educational & Healy Middle School Enrichment) 5 Ms. Hassan Jackson, NJ Trip to Six Flags 5/20/16 $2,704.00 Transportation 100 students Great Adventure $ 520.00 Substitute Salary 10 staff members (Rewards) $3,224.00 Total STEM Academy 16.15.000.270.512.102.002.5523 (SB) 16.15.130.100.101.102.002.9729 (SB) 6 Ms. Villasuso West Orange, To visit South 5/24/16 $3,099.20 Transportation 420 students NJ Mountain 5/31/16 $3,099.20 Total 25 staff members Reservation 6/3/16 16.15.000.270.512.304.004.5523 (SB) 25 parent chaperones (Educational) 6/9/16 Bowser Elementary 7 Mr. A. Adisa Newark, NJ To visit the state-of- 5/24/16 No cost to the district 36 students the art research 4 staff members chemistry lab at Tyson High School Rutgers University STEM Academy (Educational) Campus High School F/T Board Agenda 5/10/16

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

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1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

hh. Field Trips

No. Reason (include Cost/Budgets incentive & benefit) Names(s) Destination Date(s) SB - School Based/GB - Grant Based/ AB - Arts Based Budgets 8 Ms. F. McCoy West Orange, To visit the Turtle 5/24/16 $275.60 Transportation 41 students NJ Back Zoo $275.60 Total 4 staff members (Educational) 16.15.000.270.512.309.009.5523 (SB) Warwick Institute 9 Ms. M. Johnson Atlantic City, To participate in the 5/25/16 No cost to the district 30 students NJ Kids-Teen Awards 4 staff members activities Parks Academy (Educational) 10 Ms. A. Brown East Orange, NJ Walking trip to visit 5/27/16 No cost to the district 84 students the E.O. Public 7 staff members Library Warwick Institute (Educational) 11 Ms. G. Gargiulo New York, NY To visit Ellis Island 5/27/16 $2,636.40 Transportation 258 students and the Statue of $2,708.00 Admissions 16 staff members Liberty $5,344.40 Total 34 parent chaperones (Educational) 16.15.000.270.512.304.004.5523 (SB) Bowser Elementary 16.15.190.100.800.304.004.0000 (SB) 12 Ms. S. Cowins West Orange, To visit Tree Top 5/27/16 No cost to the district 13 students NJ Adventures at the 2 staff members Turtle Back Zoo Louverture (Educational) 13 Ms. E. Currie Madison, NJ To visit the Museum 5/31/165 No cost to the district 38 students of Early Trades & 4 staff members Crafts Louverture (Educational) 14 Ms. F. McCoy Orange, NJ To visit the Bella 6/1/16 $1,260.00 Admissions 41 students Italia Restaurant $ 260.00 Transportation 4 staff members (Incentive & $1,520.00 Total Warwick Institute Enrichment) 16.15.000.270.512.309.009.5523 (SB) 16.15.190.100.800.309.009.0000 (SB) 15 Ms. B. Taylor Randolph, NJ To visit Randolph 6/1/16 No cost to the district 8 students High School 1 staff member (Educational) STEM Academy 16 Ms. L. Luckshire Ogdensburg, NJ To visit the Sterling 6/3/16 $ 410.80 Transportation 44 students Mines Museum $ 594.00 Admissions 2 staff members (Incentive & $1,004.80 Total 4 parent chaperones Rewards) 16.15.190.100.800.310.010.0000 (SB) Louverture 16.15.000.270.512.310.010.5523 (SB) 17 Mr. R. Carlson New York, NY To visit the 6/6/16 $1,560.00 Transportation 143 students Metropolitan 6/7/16 $1,995.00 Admissions 15 staff members Museum of Art 6/8/16 $3,555.00 Total Tyson M/H School (Educational) 16.15.000.270.512.203.003.5523 (SB) 16.15.190.100.800.203.003.0000 (SB) F/T Board Agenda 5/10/16

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

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1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

hh. Field Trips

No. Reason (include Cost/Budgets incentive & benefit) Names(s) Destination Date(s) SB - School Based/GB - Grant Based/ AB - Arts Based Budgets 18 Ms. E. Currie Kerhonkson, To visit the 6/8/16 No cost to the district 50 students NY Pinegrove Dude 5 staff members Ranch Louverture (Enrichment) 19 Mr. B. Heaphy Kerhonkson, To visit the 6/8/16 No cost to the district 90 students NY Pinegrove Dude 6 staff members Ranch 13 parent chaperones (Enrichment) Bowser Elementary 20 Ms. Willis Jersey City, NJ To visit the Liberty 6/9/16 $ 338.00 Transportation 45 students Science Center $ 730.00 Admissions 5 staff members (Educational) $1,068.00 Total Louverture 16.15.190.100.800.310.010.0000 (SB) 16.15.000.270.512.310.010.5523 (SB) 21 Ms. J. Leszczynski West Orange, To visit the Turtle 6/20/16 $ 520.00 Transportation 76 students NJ Back Zoo $ 700.00 Admissions 11 staff members (Educational) $1,220.00 Total Wahlstrom Academy 16.15.000.270.512.339.039.5523 (SB) 16.15.190.100.800.339.039.0000 (SB) 22 Ms. I. Colson New York City, To visit the Harlem 7/19/16 $ 5,200.00 Transportation 200 students NY School of the Arts 7/20/16 $ 5,500.00 Other Expenses 20 staff members (Educational) $10,700.00 Total Tyson M/H School 16.11.000.270.517.000.000.9706 (AB) 16.11.000.221.890.000.000.9706 (AB) 23 Mr. O. Petty, Jr. Allentown, PA To perform at 6/8/16 $1,144.00 Transportation 48 students Dorney Park $1,669.50 Admissions 5 staff members (Educational) $2,813.50 Total Tyson M/H School 16.15.000.270.512.203.003.5523 (SB) 16.15.190.100.800.203.003.0000 (SB) 24 Ms. P. Taylor Scotch Plains, To attend the 5/25/16 $250.00 Transportation 16 students NJ Veterans Affair $250.00 Total 3 staff members Voluntary Service 16.11.000.270.518.028.031.5521 (SB) Unique Schools Recognition Opportunity Program Ceremony (USOP) (Rewards) 25 Ms. N. Diaz East Orange, NJ To visit the Sierra 5/27/16 $270.04 Transportation 20 students House $270.04 Total 3 staff members 16.11.000.140.101.000.001.0000 (SB) SLE/CTE & Community Service Club (EOCHS) 26 Ms. N. Diaz Hillside, NJ To visit the 5/1816 $360.00 Transportation 40 students Community Bank $520.00 Substitute 4 staff members $826.00 Total SLE/CTE & Community 16.15.000.270.512.101.001.0000 (SB) Service Club (EOCHS) 16.11.140.101.000.000.001.0000

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

hh. Field Trips

No. Reason (include Cost/Budgets incentive & benefit) Names(s) Destination Date(s) SB - School Based/GB - Grant Based/ AB - Arts Based Budgets 27 Ms. N. Diaz Jackson, NJ To visit Six Flags 5/12/16 $ 624.00 Transportation 40 students $1199.00 Admission 4 staff members $ 598.80 Meals SLE/CTE & Community $ 520.00 Substitute Service Club (EOCHS) $2942.40 Total 16.15.000.270.512.101.001.5523 (SB) 16.11.140.101.000.000.001.0000 16.15.190.100.800.101.001.4000 28 Ms. A. Ashby Newark, NJ To visit the Essex 5/6/16 $270.00 Transportation 20 students Cty Court House $270.00 Total 5 staff members 16.15.000.270.512.312.012.5523 Tyson Elementary 29 Ms. J. James East Hanover, To attend the 6/17/16 No Cost to the District 50 students NJ EduQuest 5 staff members Tyson M/H School DATE/CHANGES TO ADMINISTRATIVE AND/OR FIELD TRIP RESOLUTIONS 1 Ms. T. Cabrera Union City, NJ To tour Hispanic & 4/20/16 This resolution was revised 45 students Flamenco Dance because inadvertently the incorrect 3 staff members Shows at PPA amount was listed for substitute Campus High School Center salary ($390 not $3900). This (Educational) resolution was approved at the 4/12/16 Board meeting. 2 Ms. A. Muniz Newark, NJ To attend Universal 5/19/16 This resolution was revised 28 students Soul Circus because inadvertently, the incorrect 3 staff members (Educational) amount was listed for Campus High School transportation ($390 not $260). This resolution was Board approved at the 4/12/16 meeting. The original date of trip was 5/23/16 but the date had to be changed. 3 Ms. A. Bhosale Paramus, NJ To visit the Buehler 4/26/16 This resolution was Board 20 students Challenge Simulated approved at the 11/10/15 meeting. 5 staff members Mission Program The original date of the field trip 1 parent chaperone Center was 4/20/16 due to PARCC testing FSHS Academy (Educational) the date of the field trip was changed. 4 Ms. B. Froehlich Jersey City, NJ To visit the Liberty 5/24/16 This resolution was Board 30 students Science Center approved at the 3/8/16 meeting. 3 staff members (Educational) The original date of the field trip STEM Academy was 3/14/16 due to an impending NJ Transit Strike, the date of the trip was changed.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

1. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES

hh. Field Trips

No. Reason (include Cost/Budgets incentive & benefit) Names(s) Destination Date(s) SB - School Based/GB - Grant Based/ AB - Arts Based Budgets DATE/CHANGES TO ADMINISTRATIVE AND/OR FIELD TRIP RESOLUTIONS 5 Fresh Start Academy High Newton, NJ To visit Fairview 5/27/16 Board approved on 2/9/16, Lake YMCA Camp changed to 5/27/16 due to Inservice date. 6 Costley School To visit the Sierra 5/17/16 Rescheduled from May 3rd to May House 17th due to the weather. 7 Costley School To Ringwood State 5/13/16 For Golden Ticket winner’s trip Park was rescheduled because of the PARCC exam. F/T Board Agenda 5/10/16

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

a. Retirements

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following retirements.”

1. Ms. Elizabeth Blazakis – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (Sci) – Truth Middle School Effective July 1, 2016 (19 years 7 months of service) (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000)

2. Mr. Charles Smith – Teacher of Art – Langston Hughes School Effective July 1, 2016 (8 years 5 months of service) (15.120.100.0101.000.306.006.0000)

b. Resignations

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following resignations.”

1. Mr. Anthony Banks – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (PSD) – Tyson Elementary Effective May 2, 2016 (another position) (1 year 2 months of service) (15.216.100.0106.000.312.012.0000)

2. Mr. Keon Blake – Maintenance Mechanic – Division of Maintenance Services Effective April 1, 2016 (another position) (11 years 7 months of service) (11.000.261.0100.000.000.000.0000)

3. Ms. Abigail Carnegie – Teacher of Science – Healy Middle School Effective June 8, 2016 (another position) (3 years 9 months of service) (15.130.100.0101.000.217.017.0000)

4. Ms. Tracey Harris – Security Monitor – Tyson 6-12 Effective May 9, 2016 (home duties) (21 years 7 months of service) (15.000.266.0100.000.203.003.0000)

5. Ms. Fatima Hill – Hourly Security – Department of Security Effective April 15, 2016 (no reason) (1 year 2 months of service) (11.000.266.0100.000.000.000.0000)

6. Ms. Shannan Hunter – Clerk Typist – Division of Business Services Effective April 29, 2016 (another position) (4 years 2 months of service) (11.000.251.0100.000.000.000.0000)

7. Ms. Shyla Jackson – Hourly Security – Department of Security Effective April 7, 2016 (personal reasons) (2 years 4 months of service) (11.000.266.0100.000.000.000.0000)

8. Ms. Christina Muniz – Teacher Assistant for Special Education (PSD) – Bowser Elementary School Effective June 30, 2016 (home duties) (3 years 3 months of service) (15.216.100.0106.000.304.004.0000)

9. Ms. Mary Smith – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – East Orange Campus High School Effective May 5, 2016 (illness) (11 years 7 months of service) (15.204.100.0101.000.101.001.0000)

10. Ms. Monique Williams – Confidential Personnel Assistant – Division of Human Resource Services Effective June 30, 2016 (another position) (3 years 7 months of service) (11.000.251.0100.000.000.000.0000) 19

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

c. Separation

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following separation.”

1. Mr. Zoey Green – Hourly Security – Department of Security Effective May 11, 2016 (abandoned position) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000)

d. Leaves of Absence

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following leaves of absence.”

1. Ms. Tahseena Abdul-Majeed – Teacher of Science – East Orange STEM Academy High School Family Act LOA Effective March 4, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.140.100.0101.000.102.002.0000)

2. Ms. Arianna Bastidas – Teacher of Elementary – Jackson Academy Family Act and Bonding LOA Effective April 25, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.314.014.0000)

3. Ms. Jeannita Brown – Secretary – Division of Operations Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective March 10, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days) (11.000.221.0105.000.000.000.0000)

4. Ms. Kathy Carter – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (ICS) – Campus High Health LOA Effective March 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 Health LOA Effective September 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017 (15.213.100.0106.000.101.001.0000)

5. Ms. Mia Carter-Bennett – Teacher Aide for Pre-Kindergarten – Wahlstrom Academy Family Act LOA Effective March 30, 2016 to April 29, 2016 (20.218.100.0106.000.028.026.9013)

6. Ms. Shari Clarke – Teacher of Art – Bowser Elementary School Health LOA Effective March 1, 2016 to April 1, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.304.004.0000 – 88.0000%) (20.218.100.0101.000.028.026.9011 – 12.0000%)

7. Ms. Allison Clifton – Teacher of Elementary – Langston Hughes School Family Act LOA Effective April 4, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.306.006.0000)

8. Ms. Dana Crosby – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (ICS) – Campus High Family Act LOA Effective February 26, 2016 to March 6, 2016 Family Act LOA Effective March 10, 2016 to April 4, 2016 (15.213.100.0106.000.101.001.0000)

9. Mr. James Crutcher – Custodian (Night) – Truth Middle School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective March 22, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000)

10. Ms. Donna Dangler – Teacher of Music (Voc) – Houston Academy Family Act LOA Effective April 20, 2016 to May 6, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.307.007.0000 – 95.8300%) (20.218.100.0101.000.028.026.9011 – 4.1700%) 20

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

d. Leaves of Absence (cont’d)

11. Ms. Christine DeVitto – Teacher of Elementary – Langston Hughes School Family Act LOA Effective March 31, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.306.006.0000)

12. Ms. Alyssa Dula – Teacher of Art – Parks Academy Family Act LOA Effective February 29, 2016 to March 22, 2016 Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective May 11, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 05 days) (15.120.100.0101.000.311.011.0000 – 90.6200%) (20.218.100.0101.000.028.026.9011 – 9.3800%)

13. Ms. Althea George – Teacher of Elementary – Carver Institute Family Act LOA Effective February 22, 2016 to April 15, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.305.005.0000)

14. Ms. Nadine Jean-Marie – Teacher Aide for Special Education (LD) – Carver Institute Family Act LOA Effective March 28, 2016 to April 8, 2016 (15.204.100.0106.000.305.005.0000)

15. Mr. Al Jefferson – Teacher of Broadcasting – Tyson 6-12 Family Act LOA Effective May 9, 2016 to May 31, 2016 (15.140.100.0101.000.203.003.0000)

16. Mr. Joshua Kiger – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (Mth) – Costley Middle School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective February 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 05 days) (15.130.100.0101.000.215.015.0000)

17. Mr. Stephen Laird – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (SSd) – Truth Middle School Family Act LOA Effective November 12, 2015 to November 24, 2015 (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000)

18. Ms. Carressa Long-Golden – Custodian (Night) – Truth Middle School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective May 11, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 05 days) (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000)

19. Ms. Linda Malik – Secretary (Assistant) – Carver Institute Family Act LOA Effective March 24, 2016 to April 22, 2016 (15.000.211.0100.000.305.005.0000 – 50.0000%) (15.000.240.0105.000.305.005.0000 – 50.0000%)

20. Ms. Claire Matarazzo – Teacher of Elementary – Houston Academy Pregnancy LOA Effective April 25, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.307.007.0000)

21. Ms. Francesca Mattioli – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Garvin School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective May 11, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 05 days) (15.204.100.0101.000.308.008.0000)

22. Ms. Glenda Mattox – Teacher Assistant for Pre-Kindergarten – Langston Hughes School Health LOA Effective April 27, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (20.218.100.0106.000.028.026.9013)

23. Ms. Sandra Montoya – Teacher of the Handicapped (MCI) – Bowser Elementary School Family Act LOA Effective March 29, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.201.100.0101.000.304.004.0000) 21

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

d. Leaves of Absence (cont’d)

24. Ms. Karen Parker – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Jackson Academy Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective March 21, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 5 days) (15.204.100.0101.000.314.014.0000)

25. Ms. Gina Percio – Teacher of Elementary – Parks Academy Family Act LOA Effective April 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 Family Act LOA Effective September 1, 2016 to October 2, 2016 Child Rearing LOA Effective October 3, 2016 to December 23, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.311.011.0000)

26. Ms. Brenda Porter – School Nurse – East Orange STEM Academy High School Health LOA Effective April 5, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.000.213.0100.000.102.002.0000)

27. Mr. Joseph Prister – Custodian (Night) – Garvin School Family Act LOA Effective January 27, 2016 to April 7, 2016 (11.000.262.0100.000.000.000.0000)

28. Ms. Sarah Rader – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (SSd) – Costley Middle School Family Act LOA Effective March 22, 2016 to May 2, 2016 (15.130.100.0101.000.215.015.0000)

29. Ms. Angela Randall-West – Teacher of the Handicapped (ICS) – Warwick Institute Family Act LOA Effective March 3, 2016 to March 15, 2016 (15.213.100.0101.000.309.009.0000)

30. Ms. Nichole Richardson – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (MCI) – Healy Middle School Family Act LOA Effective March 23, 2016 to April 19, 2016 (15.204.100.0106.000.217.017.0000)

31. Ms. Debbie Sabb – Teacher of Home Economics – Campus High Family Act LOA Effective February 9, 2016 to April 8, 2016 (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000)

32. Ms. Holly Sandidge – Secretary – Division of Curriculum Services Family Act LOA Effective March 14, 2016 to March 18, 2016 (11.000.221.0105.000.000.000.0000)

33. Ms. Anita Sooklall-Mohan – Teacher Assistant for Kindergarten – Wahlstrom Academy Family Act LOA Effective November 17, 2015 to November 20, 2015 (15.190.100.0106.000.339.039.9704)

34. Ms. Adrianne Surgeon – Teacher of Technology – Healy Middle School Family Act LOA Effective May 17, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.130.100.0101.000.217.017.0000)

35. Mr. Kenneth Sykes – Department Head for Social Studies/Law – Campus High Family Act LOA Effective April 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.000.221.0104.000.101.001.0000)

36. Ms. Jacqueline Thomas – ROTC – Campus High Family Act LOA Effective March 28, 2016 to April 5, 2016 Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective April 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 05 days) (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000) 22

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

d. Leaves of Absence (cont’d)

37. Ms. Suzzette Thomas – Teacher of Pre-Kindergarten – Langston Hughes School Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective February 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 05 days) (20.218.100.0101.000.028.026.9010)

38. Ms. Sheena Ward-Basdeo – Teacher of Elementary – Bowser Elementary School Health LOA Effective March 9, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15.120.100.0101.000.304.004.0000)

39. Ms. Nadine Wright-Arbubaker – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (LD) – Jackson Academy Health LOA Effective April 5, 2016 to April 8, 2016 (15.204.100.0106.000.314.014.0000)

e. Granting of Requests for Extended Sick Leave

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the granting of extended sick leave for the number of days indicated (at full pay, minus substitute pay) to the staff member listed below:”

SW 10 days – Scot Weaver NM 8 days – Nabila Mack

f. Transfers

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the transfers listed in HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES SCHEDULE 2.f.”

g. Salary Adjustments

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following salary adjustments.”

1. Ms. Tahira Barber – Teacher of the Handicapped (ICS) – Warwick Institute (Original Hire Date: April 17, 2001) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 8 $70,073.00 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 8 $70,073.00 p/a + $750 Longevity Effective April 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15 years longevity stipend) (15.213.100.0101.000.309.009.0000)

2. Ms. Ashley Battle – Teacher of Art – Banneker Academy (Original Hire Date: December 5, 2014) From: Level 4/BA Step 1 $51,873.00 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 1 $57,573.00 p/a Effective April 13, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (higher training level) (15.120.100.0101.000.336.036.0000)

3. Ms. Marie Elmera – Teacher of the Handicapped (ICS) – Houston Academy (Original Hire Date: April 16, 2001) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 14 $95,390.00 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 14 $95,390.00 p/a + $750 Longevity Effective April 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15 years longevity stipend) (15.213.100.0101.000.307.007.0000) 23

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

g. Salary Adjustments (cont’d)

4. Ms. Gina Figler – Teacher of Grades 6-8 (LA) – Tyson 6-12 (Original Hire Date: September 19, 2011) From: Level 4/BA Step 2 $52,473.00 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 2 $58,173.00 p/a Effective September 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017 (higher training level) (15.130.100.0101.000.203.003.0000)

5. Ms. Adriana Garcia – Teacher of Spanish – East Orange Campus High School (Original Hire Date: October 2, 2012) From: Level 4/BA Step 3 $53,473.00 p/a To: Level 5½/MA+15 Step 3 $60,173.00 p/a Effective February 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (higher training level) (15.140.100.0101.000.101.001.0000)

6. Ms. Brandi Jones – Teacher of the Handicapped (PSD) – Langston Hughes School (Original Hire Date: September 1, 2012) From: Level 4/BA Step 2 $52,473.00 p/a To: Level 5/MA Step 2 $58,173.00 p/a Effective September 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017 (higher training level) (15.216.100.0101.000.306.006.0000)

7. Ms. Fostyne Mitchell – CST Social Worker – Costley Middle School (Original Hire Date: April 2, 2001) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $103,265.00 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 16 $103,265.00 p/a + $750 Longevity Effective April 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15 years longevity stipend) (11.000.219.0104.000.000.000.0000)

8. Ms. Lilian Ogwumik-Eke – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Truth Middle School (Original Hire Date: April 11, 1996) From: Level 5/MA Step 16 $95,420.00 p/a + $750 Longevity To: Level 5/MA Step 16 $95,420.00 p/a + $1,250 Longevity Effective April 18, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (20 years longevity stipend) (15.204.100.0101.000.216.016.0000)

9. Ms. Denise Risucci – CST Social Worker – Langston Hughes School (Original Hire Date: April 2, 2001) From: Level 5½/MA+15 Step 16 $97,002.00 p/a To: Level 5½/MA+15 Step 16 $97,002.00 p/a + $750 Longevity Effective April 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15 years longevity stipend) (11.000.219.0104.000.000.000.0000)

10. Mr. Samuel Rock – Teacher of Technology – Garvin School (Original Hire Date: May 1, 2001) From: Level 6/MA+32 Step 15 $101,490.00 p/a To: Level 6/MA+32 Step 15 $101,490.00 p/a + $750 Longevity Effective May 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016 (15 years longevity stipend) (15.120.100.0101.000.308.008.0000) 24

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

g. Salary Adjustments (cont’d)

11. Mr. Hans Tanis – Teacher (Inclusion) (Sci) – Truth Middle School (Original Hire Date: January 2, 2002) From: $51,952.00 p/a To: $58,727.00 p/a Effective September 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017 (higher training level) (15.130.100.0101.000.216.016.0000)

h. Staff Appointments

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2015-16 staff appointments listed in HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES SCHEDULE 2.h.”

i. Summer Staff Appointments

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the 2016-17 summer staff appointments listed in HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES SCHEDULE 2.i. All positions are dependent upon student enrollment and the availability of funds.”

j. Approval of Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Appointments – Various Locations – 2016-2017 S/Y

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the co-curricular and extra-curricular appointments for the various locations listed HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES SCHEDULE 2.j for the 2016-2017 school year.”

k. Abolishment of Positions

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, as a result of the adoption of the 2016-2017 budget, abolishes the following positions, effective June 30, 2016.”

(2) Assistant Principal (1) Athletic Trainer (1) Attendance Officer (9) Community Outreach Coordinator (1) Disciplinarian (14) Elementary Teaching positions (1) Family Consultant (1) Guidance Counselor (1) Principal (8) Secretarial positions (1) Security Monitor (6) Teacher Assistants (2) Teacher of Home Economics (1) Teacher of Secondary Bilingual Education (Science) (21) Teacher of Secondary English (1) Teacher of Secondary Health/PE (6) Teacher of Secondary Mathematics (14) Teacher of Secondary Social Studies (1) Teacher of Secondary Bilingual Education

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

l. Agenda Changes/Corrections

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following agenda changes/corrections.”

1. Ms. Crystal Beals-Hunter – Secretary – Division of Operations Change in Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective Dates From: September 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days) To: October 20, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days)

2. Ms. Carlis Benjamin – School Social Worker – Langston Hughes School Change in Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective Dates and Days From: October 14, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days) To: October 7, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 15 days)

3. Ms. Cynthia Brooks-Copeland – Master Teacher – Department of Early Childhood Change in Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective Dates From: September 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days) To: November 16, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days)

4. Ms. Kathy Carter – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (ICS) – Campus High Change in Family Act LOA Type & Dates From: June 15, 2015 to June 26, 2015 To: June 15, 2015 to June 30, 2015

5. Ms. Mia Carter-Bennett – Teacher Aide for Pre-Kindergarten – Wahlstrom Academy Change in Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective Dates From: November 10, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 10 days) To: November 10, 2015 to March 29, 2016 (NTE 10 days)

6. Ms. Hallie Gamble – Teacher English – Fresh Start Academy High School Correction of years of service From: 41 years and 6 months To: 45 years

7. Ms. Nabila Mack – Teacher of the Handicapped (LD) – Tyson Elementary Change in Family Act LOA Effective Dates From: February 29, 2016 to April 4, 2016 To: February 29, 2016 to June 30, 2016

8. Ms. Brenda Porter – School Nurse – East Orange STEM Academy High School Change in Family Act LOA Effective Dates From: January 13, 2016 to April 12, 2016 To: January 4, 2016 to April 4, 2016

9. Ms. Carol Reid – School Nurse – Department of Early Childhood Change in Family Act LOA (Intermittent) Effective Dates and Days From: December 3, 2014 to June 30, 2015 (NTE 10 days) To: October 15, 2015 to June 30, 2016 (NTE 15 days)

10. Ms. Kalysha Roberts – Teacher Assistant for Special Ed (LD) – Truth Middle School Change in Family Act LOA Effective Dates From: January 6, 2016 to April 6, 2016 To: January 4, 2016 to April 4, 2016 Change in Child Rearing LOA Effective Dates From: April 7, 2016 to June 30, 2016 To: April 5, 2016 to April 29, 2016 26

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

l. Agenda Changes/Corrections (cont’d)

11. Ms. Adrianne Surgeon – Teacher of Technology – Healy Middle School Change in Family Act LOA Effective Dates From: December 10, 2015 to TBD To: December 10, 2015 to May 16, 2016

m.) 2016-2017 Reappointment List

RESOLUTION #1

RESOLVED: That the teachers, school librarians, guidance personnel, psychological personnel, school nurses, administrators, and others named in the attached Reappointment List dated May 10, 2016, be and they are hereby reappointed at salaries stated therein. The term of the contract shall be for the school year beginning August 22, 2016 or September 1, 2016 and ending June 30, 2017 for ten (10) month employees and beginning July 1, 2016 and ending June 30, 2017 for twelve (12) month employees, or other periods of time indicated.

It is certified that all professional personnel in the attached lists are properly certified, and that all personnel have been appointed by the East Orange Board of Education.

n. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between the East Orange Board of Education and East Orange Administrators’ Association (EOAA)

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the collective bargaining agreement between the East Orange Board of Education and the East Orange Administrators’ Association for the period effective July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2017.”

o. Approval and Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement (EOESA)

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves and ratifies the collective bargaining agreement between the East Orange Board of Education and the East Orange Educational Secretaries’ Association for the period effective July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2018.”

p. Appointment

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the following appointment.”

1. Ms. Fathiyyah Salaam – Guidance Counselor – East Orange Campus High School Salary $57,573.00 p/a Level 5/MA Step 1 Effective September 01, 2016 to June 30, 2017 (15.000.218.0104.000.101.001.0000) (replacement)

q. Suspension

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approves the suspension of the following employee effective as indicated.

JR – Effective May 10, 2016 – May 12, 2016 (w/o pay) (Joseph Reynolds 2724)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

r. Professional Conferences

BE IT RESOLVED: “that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves staff attendance/participation in the following professional conferences, workshops, seminars or trainings with the requirements, that staff turn-key as required by administration those issues addressed at the approved professional development events which have relevance to improving instruction and/or the operation of the school district."

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 1. Danielle Shorts Atlantic, City, NJ NASW: NJ Chapter 5/1-3/2016 $321.00 Registration Fee Parks Academy 2016 Annual Conference $321.00 Total Est. Cost 16.15.000.240.580.711.011.0000 2. Deborah Lipscomb Parsippany, NJ Practicing 5/11/2016 $129.00 Registration Fee ESS&PR Multiculturalism: $129.00 Total Est. Cost Providing Culturally 16.11.000.218.580.028.046.0000 Competent Services Workshop

3. Deborah Lipscomb New Brunswick, NJ 5025 – Cognitive and 5/12/2016 $129.00 Registration Fee ESS&PR Behavioral Therapies for $129.00 Total Est. Cost Youth Depression 16.11.000.218.580.028.046.0000 Disorders Workshop

4. Marissa McKenzie New Brunswick, NJ Labor and Employment 5/13/2016 $65.00 Registration Fee Div. of Human Resource Law: Recent, Pending $65.00 Total Est. Cost Services and Potential Changes 16.11.000.230.580.028.021.0000 Conference

5. David Johnson Trenton, NJ Building Character: 5/20/2016 $85.00 Registration Fee Louverture School Embracing ALL $85.00 Total Est. Cost Students Academically, 16.15.000.223.580.310.010.0000 Socially, and Emotionally Conference

6. Terrell Proctor West Orange, NJ Substance Disorders: 5/20/2016 NO COST TO THE DISTRICT ESS&PR Dually Diagnosed Youth Workshop

7. Tracy Smith Parsippany, NJ PARCC Data: 5/20/2016 NO COST TO THE DISTRICT Div. of Operations Conversations that Drive the Cycle of Teaching and Learning Workshop

8. Henry Hamilton Parsippany, NJ PARCC Data: 5/20/2016 NO COST TO THE DISTRICT Houston Academy Conversations that Drive the Cycle of Teaching and Learning Workshop

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

r. Professional Conferences

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 9. Dr. Gloria Watson Parsippany, NJ PARCC Data: 5/20/2016 NO COST TO THE DISTRICT James Leutz Conversations that Drive Flore Lovett the Cycle of Teaching Office of Superintendent and Learning Workshop

10. Ellie Abdi Atlantic City, NJ SHAPE America Eastern 5/23- $130.00 Substitute Salary Warwick Institute District Conference 24/2016 $130.00 Total Est. Cost 16.15.000.240.580.309.009.0000

11. Jenabu Williams Trenton, NJ Future Ready Working 5/24/2016 $64.00 Mileage and Tolls Dr. Gloria Watson Session “Are you Future ($8.00 x8) Dr. Deborah Harvest Ready?” $256.00 Transportation Cost Dr. Gayle Griffin ($32.00 x 8) Craig Smith $320.00 Total Est. Cost Vaughn Miller 16.11.000.230.580.028.019.0000 Curtis Frazier 16.11.000.251.580.028.020.0000 Paulette Salomon 16.11.000.221.580.028.026.0000 Various Locations

12. Maria B. Johnson Atlantic City, NJ 13th Annual Clean 5/26- NO COST TO THE DISTRICT Parks Academy Communities Seminar & 27/2016 Awards

13. Phillip Reed Parsippany, NJ NJDOE Office of School 5/31/2016 NO COST TO THE DISTRICT Fred Womack Preparedness and Anthony Cox Emergency Planning Isaiah Jackson (OSPEP) session entitled Michele Murchison “Understanding and Older Azard Planning for School Jeffrey Colthurst Bomb Incidents” Leslie Shults Various Locations

14. Eric Heckstall Parsippany, NJ Advanced Training for 6/2/2016 $179.00 Registration Fees Div. of Business Services Microsoft Excel $16.00 Transportation Cost $20.00 Meals and Gratuities $215.00 Total Est. Cost 16.11.000.251.580.028.020.0000

15. Shannon Roman-Snellgrove Somerset, NJ Theory of Mind 6/2/2016 $199.00 Registration Fee Louverture School Conference “Strategies $199.00 Total Est. Cost to Develop Social- 16.15.000.223/580.310.010.0000 Emotional Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Social Communication Disorders”

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

r. Professional Conferences

Name(s) Destination Reason Date(s) Cost 16. Tracy Smith St. Petersburg, Fl. FOCUS Level I 6/5-10/2016 $527.65 Transportation Cost Division of Operations Certification Training $672.35 Lodging & Gratuities $150.00 Meals & Gratuities $1,350.00 Total Est. Cost

17. (1) Board Member – TBD Washington, DC National School Board 6/12- $695.00 Registration Fee Board Office Association Advocacy 14/2016 $717.00 Lodging & Gratuities Institute $172.50 Meals and Gratuities $275.56 Transportation Cost $1,860.06 Total Est. Cost 16.11.000.230.585.028.032.6661

18. Deborah Lipscomb New Brunswick, NJ Prevent Child Abuse – 6/21/2016 $65.00 Registration Fee ESS&PR NJ Training entitled $65.00 Total Est. Cost “From Survivor to 16.11.000.218.580.028.046.0000 Thriver: Working with Victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation”

19. Kimberly Scott-Hayden Washington, DC 2016 NEA 6/30- NO COST TO THE DISTRICT Div. of Business Services Representative 7/8/2016 Assembly Conference

20. Vanessa Ming New Orleans, LA ASCA Annual 7/9-12/2016 $326.00 Mileage and Gratuities Jackson Academy Conference $389.00 Registration Fee $715.00 Total Est. Cost 16.15.000.223.580.314.014.0000

21. (3) Board Members – TBD Charlotte, NC National School Board 7/14- $975.00 Registration Fees Board Office Association CUBE 16/2016 $1,980.00 Lodging & Gratuities Summer Issues Seminar $1,079.88 Transportation Cost $4,034.88 Total Est. Cost 16.11.000.230.585.028.032.6661

22. Melanie Cruz Scottsdale, AZ Naviance Summer 7/18- $590.00 Transportation Cost ESS&PR Institute 2016 22/2016 $596.00 Lodging & Gratuities $221.25 Meals & Gratuities $895.00 Registration Fee $2,302.25 Total Est. Cost 16.11.000.218.580.028.046.0000

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

a. List of Bills (Ratify)

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:19.3 and N.J.S.A. 18A:19-4 authorizes the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to make payments between board meetings for all claims that have been duly audited; and

WHEREAS, the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary has reviewed the documentation supporting the attached list of bills;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, ratifies the payment of bills on the attached lists totaling $3,750,820.05. (Attachment 3-a)

b. List of Bills

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:19.1 and N.J.S.A. 18:6-31 provides for the Board of Education to authorize the payment of bills; and

WHEREAS, the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary has reviewed the documentation supporting the attached list of bills;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, authorizes and approves the payment of bills on the attached lists for the Tuesday, May 10, 2016 board meeting in the amount of $6,981,781.21. (Attachment 3-b)

c. Appropriation Transfers

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A requires that the Board of Education approve appropriation transfers; and

WHEREAS, Board of Education Policy #6422 delineates the process for transfer of funds between line items; and

WHEREAS, the Acting Superintendent has authorized the budget adjusted to reflect the appropriation transfers;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, does ratify the transfers approved by the Acting Superintendent of Schools. (Attachment 3-c)

d. Appropriation Transfers – ECPA/Fund 15

WHEREAS, the Department of Education has established procedures for the review and approval of budget transfer/revision for School Based Budgets; and

WHEREAS, these procedures require prior approval of the Principal and the School Leadership Council, Chairperson; and

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

d. Appropriation Transfers – ECPA/Fund 15 – (cont’d)

WHEREAS, the Acting Superintendent has authorized the budget adjusted to reflect the appropriation transfers;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, does approve the transfers and to authorize submission of transfer to State.

e. T-1 Request for Taxes from the City of East Orange

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. Title 40 provides for a board of education in a Type I School District to requisition Tax-Levy monies from the municipality in an amount estimated to represent the balance of its projected cash flow needs; and

WHEREAS, the Secretary of the Board has determined this amount to be $1,579,170.83 for the month of May 2016;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, authorize and direct the Board Secretary to execute and serve the T-1 Request for Tax-Levy monies from the City of East Orange. (Attachment 3-e)

f. Recommendation to Approve Fund Raising Requests

WHEREAS, in accordance with Policy #2430 - Extracurricular Activities, fund-raising activities of extracurricular groups must be approved by the Board upon review by the Acting Superintendent; and

WHEREAS, the Acting Superintendent of Schools has reviewed and supported the attached requests for Fund Raising Activities;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approve the Fund Raising Requests on the attached list. (Attachment 3-f)

g. Acceptance of 2016-2017 Preschool Program Plan Update and Budget Approval

BE IT RESOLVED: “the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves” the acceptance of the 2016-2017 Preschool Program Plan Update and Budget in the amount of $19,450,500 for 1470 general education students. The district’s 2016-2017 Budget Planning Workbook indicates a total amount of $21,160,603.00 allocated to the preschool program, including prior year PEA carryover and funding for students with special needs included in general education classrooms. (Attachment 3-g)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

h. Recommendation for Extension of Award of Bid – Temporary Personnel Services

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Public School Contract Law and the New Jersey Statutes, Title 18A:18A-37, Bid No. 2538 for Temporary Personnel Services was advertised on April 10, 2015; and

WHEREAS, the bid package was completed by the District's Acting Purchasing Agent, which included specifications for the bid developed by the Division of Business Services, and

WHEREAS, all bids received were opened and publicly read aloud by the Acting Purchasing Agent on April 24, 2105; and

WHEREAS, the following responses were received:

1) Connections Personnel 1911 Westfield Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 2) LanceSoft, Inc. 13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 120, Herndon, VA 20171 3) Makro, Washington Park, Suite 1303, Newark, NJ 07102 4) Rotator Staffing Services, Inc. 25 Kennedy Blvd. Suite 200, East Brunswick NJ 08816

WHEREAS, the responses were reviewed by the Acting Purchasing Agent and resulted in a recommendation to award a contract to Connections Personnel, Inc.; and

WHEREAS, the original RFP package included a written statement with regard to the East Orange School District’s option to renew the awarded contract for one (1) additional year; and

The Temporary Personnel Services contract will be for a period of twelve (12) months in accordance with their low bid with no change in rates; and

WHEREAS, funds will be made available from account number: 17.11.000.251.592.028.020.6685;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, awards a contract to Connections Personnel, Inc. for Temporary Personnel Services effective May, 2016 through May, 2017 in accordance with their low bid. Bid number No. 2538

i. Recommendation for Extension of Award – Educational Evaluation Services (2016-2017 SY)

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Public School Contract Law and the New Jersey Statutes, Title 18A:18A-37, RFP No. 2523 for Educational Evaluation Services for the Department of Special Education was advertised on March 11, 2015; and

WHEREAS, the proposal package was completed by the District's Acting Purchasing Agent, which included specifications for the Proposal prepared by the Dept. of Special Education; and

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

i. Recommendation for Extension of Award – Educational Evaluation Services (2016-2017 SY) – Cont’d

WHEREAS, all proposals received were opened and publicly read aloud by the Acting Purchasing Agent on April 2, 2015; and

WHEREAS, the following responses were received:

1) Carol Blowe, 203 Jacoby Street, Maplewood, NJ 07040 2) Dean CST Consultants, 35 West 51st St. Bayonne, NJ 07002 3) Delta-T Group, NJ Inc. 1 Woodbridge Ctr, Suite 512. Woodbridge NJ 07092 4) Educational Services, LLC. 94 Winding Way, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 5) Humanus NJ LLC., 1100 First Ave, Suite 503, King of Prussia PA 19406 6) Therapy Source Inc. 5215 Militia Hill Road, Suite A, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

WHEREAS, the responses were reviewed by the Acting Purchasing Agent and evaluated by a committee of three members, consisting of the following persons;

1) Ms. Racquel Ferguson, Acting Purchasing Agent 2) Ms. Thelma Ramsey, Asst. Director of Special Education 3) Ms. Shaheedah Hassen, Transition Specialist, Dept. of Special Education

WHEREAS, all members agreed upon a recommendation to award a contract to Carol Blowe, with regard to Educational Evaluation Services, for elementary school students at a cost of $275.00 per case; and

WHEREAS the original RFP package included a written statement with regard to the East Orange School District’s option to renew the awarded contract for one (1) additional year; and

WHEREAS, funds will be made available from account number: 17.20.255.200.320.028.031.000;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, awards a contract to Carol Blowe for Educational Evaluation Services to the East Orange School District for the 2016-2017 SY in accordance with her RFP proposal. RFP No. 2523.

j. Recommendation for Extension of Award – Web-Based Autism Resource Program 2016-2017 SY

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Public School Contract Law and the New Jersey Statutes, Title 18A:18A-37, RFP No. 2521 for a Web- Based Autism Resource Program was advertised on March 11, 2015; and;

WHEREAS, the RFP package was completed by the District's Acting Purchasing Agent, which included specifications for the RFP developed by the Department of Special Education, and;

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

j. Recommendation for Extension of Award – Web-Based Autism Resource Program 2016-2017 SY- Cont’d

WHEREAS, all proposals received were opened and publicly read aloud by the Acting Purchasing Agent on April 2, 2015; and;

WHEREAS, the following response was received:

1) Rethink Autism, Inc. 19 W. 21st. Street, Suite 403 New York, NY 10010

WHEREAS, the response was reviewed by the Acting Purchasing Agent and evaluated by a committee of three members, consisting of the following persons;

1. Racquel Ferguson, Acting Purchasing Agent 2. Thelma Ramsey, Asst. Director, Dept. of Special Education 3. Shaheedah Hassen, Transition Specialist, Dept. of Special Education

WHEREAS, the evaluation process resulted in a recommendation to award a contract to Rethink Autism, for the purchase of the Web-Based Autism Resource Program in the amount not to exceed $40,000. And;

WHEREAS the original RFP package included a written statement with regard to the East Orange School District’s option to renew the awarded contract for one (1) additional year; and

WHEREAS, funds will be made available from account number: 17.20.255.200.500.000.028.031.0000;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, awards a contract to Rethink Autism, Inc. for a Web-Based Autism Resource Program for the 2016-2017 SY in accordance with their RFP proposal. RFP No. 2521

k. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting

BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby recommends the use of the Competitive Contracting Process in accordance with N.J.S.A 18A:18A-4.1 et. seq. to procure

Professional Development Services (For Improving Mathematics Instruction for the EOSD) SY 2016-2017

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the technical specifications and evaluation criteria will be prepared and administered by the Purchasing Agent. The Competitive Contracting process will be administered by Racquel C. Ferguson, Purchasing Agent.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

l. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting

Professional Development Services (For Improving Instructional Practices in Science for the EOSD) SY 2016-2017

m. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting

Professional Development Services (For Improving Instructional Practices in ELA for the EOSD) SY 2016-2017

n. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting

Professional Development Services (For English Language Arts for the EOSD) SY 2016-2017

o. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting

Professional Development Services (For English Language Learners for the EOSD) SY 2016- 2017

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

o. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting – Cont’d

p. Resolution Authorizing Use of Competitive Contracting

Professional Development Services (For Improving Instructional Practices in Social Studies for the EOSD) SY 2016-2017

q. Recommendation to Approve Price Increase for Paid Student Lunches

WHEREAS, Federal regulations, established as a result of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, require Local Education Agencies (LEAs) participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to ensure sufficient funds are provided to the nonprofit school food service account for meals served to students not eligible for free or reduced price meals; and

WHEREAS, USDA new guidelines requires the establishment of “weighted” average pricing to determine prices for the paid student lunches that results in a .10 increase;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, increases the price of paid student lunches by $.10 effective for the 2016-2017 school year.

Elementary Middle High Fr To From To From To om National School Lunch $2.05 $2.15 $2.55 $2.65 $2.55 $2.65 School Breakfast -0- -0- -0- -0- -0- -0- *Reduced Lunch is still $0.40 for elementary, middle and high

r. Coastal Learning Center

BE IT RESOLVED: the East Orange Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools approves for the 2016-2017 school year Costal Learning Center- Monmouth, Inc. does not have to charge the families for the meals provided and does not have to apply for reimbursement from the Child Nutrition Program. (Attachment 3-r)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

s. Accept a Donation – Warwick

BE IT RESOLVED: the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the acceptance of $250.00 donation to Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship by Business & Governmental Insurance Agency, Inc. (Attachment 3-s)

t. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Educational Services Commission of Morris County for NJ Classroom Supplies SY 2016-2017

WHEREAS, the Educational Services Commission of Morris County is the sponsoring Lead Educational Agency (“LEA”) responsible for the management of Educational Data Pricing Cooperative pursuant to NJSA 18A:18A-11 et seq. and NJAC 5:34-7.1 et seq; and

WHEREAS, Educational Data Services, Inc. advertises for bids for various goods and services on an annual basis on behalf of the Pricing Cooperative, reviews the bids and makes recommendations for contract awards to the LEA; and

WHEREAS, upon recommendation by Educational Data Services, Inc., the Educational Services Commission of Morris County adopts a resolution awarding the contracts to the various vendors; and

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education has participated and seeks to continue its participation in the cooperative pursuant to NJSA 18A: 18A-11 et seq and NJAC 5:34-7.1 et seq; and

WHEREAS, the bid package was completed by Educational Data Services, Inc. under Cooperative Purchasing and included in the package were specifications for the bid that were developed by the Educational Data Services, Inc.; and

WHEREAS, all bids received were opened and publicly read aloud by the Educational Data Services, Inc. on various contracts and awards were made by resolution of the Educational Services Commission of Morris County;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the Educational Services Commission of Morris County as registered and approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs; effective December 1, 2015 thru November 30, 2016

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Telecommunications Bill Auditing awarded to Walter A. McDermott Telephone Auditing Services (Bid #2393), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Textbook Freight Consolidation awarded to Book-It Distribution/Debjo Sales LLC (Bid #2394), has been extended to November 30, 2017

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

t. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Educational Services Commission of Morris County for NJ Classroom Supplies SY 2016-2017 – Cont’d

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for File Management Award awarded to File Bank Inc. dba CC Warehousing & Delivery Inc. (Bid #2411), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Musical Instrument Repair awarded to Advantage Music Limited (Bid #2421), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Asbestos Management Services - North awarded to Ahera Consultants Inc. (Bid #2403), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Bloodborne Pathogens - North awarded to The Saban Engineering Group, Inc. (Bid #2404), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Hazardous Chemical Exposure - North awarded to The Saban Engineering Group, Inc. (Bid #2405), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Indoor Air Quality Program - North awarded to Ahera Consultants Inc. (Bid #2406), has been extended to November 30, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Pest Management & Control-Integrated Pest Management - North awarded to Alliance Commercial Pest Control, Inc.(Bid #2407), has been extended to November 30, 2017

u. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission for 2016-2017

WHEREAS, the Hunterdon County Educational Services Committee is the sponsoring Lead Educational Agency (“LEA”) responsible for the management of the Pricing Cooperative pursuant to NJSA 18A:18A-11 et seq. and NJAC 5:34-7.1 et seq; and

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

u. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission for 2016-2017 – Cont’d

WHEREAS, Hunterdon County Educational Services Committee advertises for bids for various goods and services on an annual basis on behalf of the Pricing Cooperative, reviews the bids and makes recommendations for contract awards to the LEA; and

WHEREAS, upon recommendation by Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission adopts a resolution awarding the contracts to the various vendors; and

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education has participated and seeks to continue its participation in the cooperative pursuant to NJSA 18A: 18A-11 et seq. and NJAC 5:34-7.1 et seq; and

WHEREAS, the bid package was developed and completed by Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission under Cooperative Purchasing and included in the package were specifications for the bid and

WHEREAS, all bids received were opened and publicly read aloud by the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission on various contacts and awards were made by resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission as registered and approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs;

BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Technology Supplies & Accessories awarded to ePlus Technology, Inc. (Bid #2238), has been extended to March 15, 2017

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Proprietary Apple Products awarded to Apple, Inc. (Bid #2690)

v. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission for 2016-2017 SY

WHEREAS, the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Committee is the sponsoring Lead Educational Agency (“LEA”) responsible for the management of the Pricing Cooperative pursuant to NJSA 18A:18A-11 et seq. and NJAC 5:34-7.1 et seq; and

WHEREAS, Middlesex Regional Educational Services Committee advertises for bids for various goods and services on an annual basis on behalf of the Pricing Cooperative, reviews the bids and makes recommendations for contract awards to the LEA; and

WHEREAS, upon recommendation by Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission adopts a resolution awarding the contracts to the various vendors; and

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

v. Request for Authorization to Participate in the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission for 2016-2017 SY – Cont’d

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education has participated and seeks to continue its participation in the cooperative pursuant to NJSA 18A: 18A-11 et seq. and NJAC 5:34-7.1 et seq; and

WHEREAS, the bid package was developed and completed by Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission under Cooperative Purchasing and included in the package were specifications for the bid and

WHEREAS, all bids received were opened and publicly read aloud by the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission on various contacts and awards were made by resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission as registered and approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs;

BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby authorizes participation in the contract for Playground Surfacing awarded to various vendors listed below (Bid #2443), has been extended to June 30, 2017.

Downes Tree Service Rubbercycle Whirl Construction

w. Recommendation to approve the adjustment for the Banked Cap in the amount of $1,729,000.00 for the FY2017

WHEREAS, pursuant N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-10.3b, the district can request an adjustment for the Banked Cap, only after it has fully exhausted all eligible statutory spending authority in the budget year and;

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education is requesting that the Executive County Superintendent approves an adjustment for the Banked Cap in the amount of $1,729,000.00 for the FY2017 to pay for the increased cost of out of district tuition, Charter School Enrollment; Insurance Premium and Health Benefits, and;

WHEREAS, the East Orange Board of Education has incorporated the adjustment for the Banked Cap in the amount of $1,729,000.00 for the FY2017, as computed in the Department of Education’s budget software

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

w. Recommendation to approve the adjustment for the Banked Cap in the amount of $1,729,000.00 for the FY2017 – Cont’d

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, the East Orange Board of Education hereby adopts the adjustment for the Banked Cap in the amount of $1,729,000.00 for the FY2017. This increase is to pay for the increased cost of Out of District Tuition, Charter School Enrollment and Insurance Premium that exceed two percent of the pre-budget year to be presented to the County Superintendent of Schools for approval.

x. Adoption of the 2016-2017 REVISED Budget for the East Orange Board of Education

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A requires that the Board of Education in Type I School Districts approve and adopt a budget and then have the local tax levy be considered by the Board of School Estimate; and

WHEREAS, the Board of School Estimate approved at its meeting of March 31, 2016 an increase in tax levy to $21,058,051;

WHEREAS, this budget includes sufficient funds to implement the proposed planning process as described in this District’s Annual Report pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A: 7A-11 and to provide curriculum and instruction which will enable all students to achieve the Core Curriculum Content Standards; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, hereby adopts the REVISED 2016- 2017 budget as follows:

GENERAL FUND Local Tax Levy 21,058,051 Unrestricted Miscellaneous Revenues 725,000 Subtotal - Revenues From State Sources 179,013,148 Medicaid Reimbursement 300,832 Budgeted Fund Balance - Operating Budget 7,149,452 Withdrawal From Maint. Reserve 1,000,000 Total General Fund 209,246,483

SPECIAL REVENUE FUND State Aid 21,972,496 Federal Aid 7,501,119 Total Special Revenue Fund 29,473,615

DEBT SERVICE State Aid 3,495,837 Miscellaneous 314,142 Budgeted Fund Balance 182,701 Local Tax Levy 1,697,320 Total Debt Revenue 5,690,000 Total Revenue Source 244,410,098

BE IT RESOLVED, it will require the amount of taxes to be raised for school purposes in the amount of $21,058,051 for General Fund appropriation and $1,697,320 for debt service.

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

y. A-148 Secretary’s Report

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A-17-9, the Secretary of the Board of Education shall report to the Board at each regular meeting but no more than once each month, the amount of total appropriations and the cash receipts of each account, and the amount for which warrants have been drawn against each account and the amount of orders and contractual obligations incurred and chargeable against each account since the date of the last report; and

WHEREAS, the Commissioner has prescribed that such reporting take place on Form A-148;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, accept and adopt the A-148 and for it to become part of the official minutes of this meeting: (Attachment 3-y)

Period Ending Appropriation Balance Cash Balance

March 31, 2016 $ $

z. A-149 Treasurer’s Report

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18-A:17-31 et seq. boards of education are required to have the appointed position of Treasurer of School Monies; and

WHEREAS, the Treasurer shall serve in trust to receive and hold all school monies belonging to the district; and

WHEREAS, the Treasurer shall report to the Board of Education on a monthly basis on the Form A-149, which is prescribed by the Commissioner of Education;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, for the period ending March 31, 2016 upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, adopt the A-149 and cause it to become a part of the official minutes of this meeting: (Attachment 3-z)

Period Ending Cash Balance

March 31, 2016 $

aa. Budgetary Major Account/Fund Status Certificate

BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, and pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.12(c)4, certify that, after a review of the Secretary’s Reports, and the A-149 Treasurer’s Reports, and upon consultation with appropriate district officials, to the best of the Board of Education’s knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C.6A:23-2.12(b) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. (NO ATTACHMENT REQIRED)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

3. BUSINESS SERVICES

bb. Donations to East Orange STEM Academy FRC (FIRST Robotics) Team #5310

BE IT RESOLVED: the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the acceptance of the donations for the East Orange STEM Academy FRC Robotics Team #5310 in the amount $5,500.00. (Attachment 3-bb)

cc. 2016 W.E.B. DuBois Scholars Institute

BE IT RESOLVED: the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, approves the attendance of six high school and six middle schools students from STEM Academy to attend the 2016 W.E.B. Scholars Institute from June 27, 2016 to July 30, 2016 on the Campus of Princeton University at a cost to the district not to exceed $64,000.00. Acct code: 17.11.150.100.500.028.031.0000. (Attachment 3-cc)

dd. Scholastic “I Read”

BE IT RESOLVED: the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, approve the partnership between the Scholastic “I Read” program and the EOSD to implement perpetual site licenses for Gibson, Wahlstrom, Banneker, Bowser, Cochran, Carver, Garvin, Hughes, Houston, Jackson, Louverture, Parks, Tyson Elementary, Warwick and We Academy Schools at a cost to the district not to exceed $337,900.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, directs administration to obtain a purchase order and have it provided to the vendor/consultant prior to receiving and goods or services from said vendor/consultant. Acct code: 17.11.000.221.500.028.033.0000. (Attachment 3-dd)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

4. MAINTENANCE SERVICES

a. Recommendation for the Use of Facility

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 18A:20-20; 34 permits the use of school property for various purposes; and

WHEREAS, District Policy/Regulation #7510 states that all requests for the Use of Facility need board approval; and

WHEREAS, the following organizations have submitted their requests and have been supported by administration and the maintenance committee

Schedule No. Organization Schedule Title School/Location Event Date ID #

1 1087 Summer Basketball June 27, 2016 - Aug. 5, 2016 EO Recreation 1140 Camp Tyson High - Gym (Mon- Fri)

2 Costley - All Purpose Aug. 1, 2016 - Aug. 5, 2016 EO Recreation 1102 Summer Camp Rm., Café and Gym (Mon-Fri)

3 1122 Spring/ Summer April 26, 2016 - June 15, 2016 EO Recreation 1144 Track Robeson Stadium (Mon-Fri)

4 Developmental Track June 20, 2016 - July 21, 2016 EO Recreation 1123 Camp Robeson Stadium (Mon-Fri)

5 Developmental Track July 25, 2016 - July 29, 2016 EO Recreation 1124 Camp Robeson Stadium (Mon-Fri)

6 EO Education EO Campus - Foundation 1116 Annual Spelling Bee Auditorium June 4, 2016 (Sat)

7 Sept. 14, 2016 - Oct. 10, 2016 EO JR. Jaguars 1130 Cheer Practice EO Campus - Hallways (Mon-Fri)

Montclair Alumnae 8 Chptr of Delta Sigma Oct. 1, 2016 - May 6, 2017 Theta Sorority Inc. 1117 Enrichment Program Healy - Auditorium (1st Sat)

9 Girl Scouts Heart of Sept. 2, 2016 - June 30, 2017 NJ 1121 Girl Scout meetings Hughes - Café (2nd Fri)

XII. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS MAY 10, 2016

A. ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

4. MAINTENANCE SERVICES

a. Recommendation for the Use of Facility

Schedule No. Organization Schedule Title School/Location Event Date ID #

10 NJ International *Time Change: Soccer Assoc. - Soccer games Robeson Stadium Access 4:30 p.m.

11 Promoting Progress Youth Football for Youth 1133 Banquet EO Campus May 7, 2016 (Sat) Teen Media Camp 1142 and Summer June 27, 2016 - Aug. 5, 2016 12 EO Recreation 1143 Basketball Leagues EO Campus (Mon- Fri) Summer Food Robeson Small Field & 13 EO Recreation 1141 Program Kick-Off parking lot May 19, 2016 (Thurs) Summer Orientation Tyson High - 400 Seat 14 EO Recreation 1135 for Summer Staff Theater and Hallway June 18, 2016 (Sat)

International Faith EO Campus - May 15, 2016 - Dec. 31, 2017 15 Ministries 1115 Church Services Auditorium (Sun)

Stem Academy Jackson Academy Louverture School Primary Election Hughes School June 7, 2016 (Tues) Essex County Board Primary Election & Parks Academy General Election Day 16 of Elections General Election Banneker November 8, 2016 (Tues) Costley - Cafeteria & 17 EO Recreation 1137 Summer Camp Fair Gym May 19, 2016 (Thurs) Wahlstrom - Café & June 27, 2016 - July 25, 2016 18 EO Recreation 1138 Cheer Camp Gym (Mon-Fri)

19 Mr. Arthur Wright Parking Lot 715 Park Ave. June 11, 2016 (Sat)

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the East Orange Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Acting Superintendent of Schools, grant permission for the Use of Facilities to the organizations listed above as long as each organization submit all documents required in accordance to the District’s Policy and Regulation#7510.

ADJOURNMENT

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BYLAWS 0167/page 1 of 2 Public Participation in Board Meetings

0167 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN BOARD MEETINGS

The Board of Education recognizes the value of public comment on educational issues and the importance of allowing members of the public to express themselves on school matters of community interest.

In order to permit the fair and orderly expression of such comment, the Board shall set aside a portion of every scheduled Board meeting, the length of the portion to be determined by the Board, for public comment on any school or school district issue that a member of the public feels may be of concern to the residents of the school district.

Public participation shall be permitted only as indicated on the order of business in Board Bylaw No. 0164.

Public participation shall be governed by the following rules:

1. A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name, municipality of residence, and group affiliation, if applicable;

2. Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to three minutes' duration;

3. No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard;

4. All statements, questions, or inquires shall be directed to the presiding officer and any questions or inquires directed by a participant to another Board member shall be redirected to the presiding officer who shall determine if such statement, question, or inquiry shall be addressed by the presiding officer on behalf of the Board or the individual Board member;

5. The presiding officer may:

a. Interrupt, warn, and/or terminate a participant's statement, question, or inquiry when it is too lengthy;

b. Interrupt and/or warn a participant when the statement, question, or inquiry is abusive, obscene, or may be defamatory;

c. Request any person to leave the meeting when that person disrupts the orderly conduct of the meeting;

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d. Request the assistance of law enforcement officers in the removal of a disorderly person when that person prevents or disrupts a meeting with an act that obstructs or interferes with a meeting;

e. Request any individual to leave the meeting when that person does not observe reasonable decorum;

f. Request the assistance of law enforcement officers in the removal of a disorderly person when that person's conduct interferes with the orderly progress of the meeting;

g. Call for a recess or an adjournment to another time when the lack of public decorum interferes with the orderly conduct of the meeting; and

h. Waive these rules when necessary for the protection of privacy or to maintain an orderly operation of the Board meeting.

N.J.S.A. 2C:33-8 N.J.S.A. 10:4-12

Adopted: 9 March 2010 Adopted: 13 December 2012 Adopted:

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BYLAWS 0168/page 1 of 3 Recording Board Meetings

0168 RECORDING BOARD MEETINGS

The Board of Education directs the creation and maintenance of an official record of the formal proceedings of the Board and will permit the unofficial recording of Board meetings in accordance with this Bylaw.

Minutes

The Board shall keep reasonably comprehensible minutes of all its meetings showing the time and place, the members present, the subject considered, the actions taken, the vote of each member, information sufficient to explain the actions taken, and any other information required to be shown in the minutes by law.

Minutes of public meetings shall be public records signed by the Board Secretary and filed in the Board Secretary's office in a minute book as the permanent record of the acts of this Board.

Minutes of executive meetings shall be filed in the Board Secretary's office in a place separate from the minute book until the time, if any, when the proceedings may be made public. At that time, the minutes shall be public records and shall be filed in the regular minute book.

The Board Secretary shall provide each Board member with a copy of the minutes prior to Board approval.

Electronic Recording

The School Business Administrator/Board Secretary shall make an audio tape recording of each Board meeting as an administrative aid in the preparation of minutes. The recording shall be retained forty-five days or until either summary or verbatim transcripts have been approved as minutes, whichever is longer, after which time they may be erased only if permission is granted by the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Archives and Record Management. All such recordings will be erased or destroyed in compliance with laws and rules for the destruction of public records.

The recording may not be able to be destroyed if a subject matter, vote, or Board action on the recording is the subject of litigation. The district will notify the New Jersey Division of Archives and Records Management when requesting permission that a recording be destroyed if the recording includes subject matter in litigation or the district will not request permission to destroy such recording if the subject matter is in litigation.

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BYLAWS 0168/page 2 of 3 Recording Board Meetings

A member of the public may record the proceedings of a public meeting of the Board provided the audio or video recording process complies with reasonable guidelines as outlined in this Bylaw. These guidelines are adopted to ensure the recording of the public meeting does not interrupt the proceedings, inhibit the conduct of the meeting, or distract Board members or other observers present at the meeting.

The Board will permit the use of audio or video recorder devices by members of the public to record public meetings.

Prior notice to audio or video record a public meeting is not required provided the person operates the recording device while sitting in the area designated by the Board for public seating. The recording of a meeting from this area shall not obstruct or distract any member of the public from observing and listening to the proceedings of the meeting. If the recording is obstructing the view or is distracting to members of the public, the presiding officer or designee will require the person recording the meeting to relocate to another area of the meeting room.

In the event a member of the public wants or needs to audio or video record a public meeting from an area other than the area designated for public seating, the person shall provide notice of such request to the Board Secretary in advance of the meeting. The Board Secretary or designee shall review the recording guidelines outlined in this Bylaw with the person requesting to record the meeting.

Any member of the public wanting to use a recording device from an area other than the area designated for public seating must be located and operated from inconspicuous locations in the meeting room as determined by the presiding officer or designee. Prior to the meeting, the presiding officer or designee will determine the location of each recording device so each video recording device can record the meeting with an unobstructed view and each audio recording device can record a meeting so the speakers and meeting proceedings can be properly recorded. The location of any recording device operated from an area other than the area designated for public seating will be in an area of the meeting room that is not distracting or obtrusive to Board members, members of the public, or the orderly operation of the meeting. Any recording device used outside the area designated for public seating shall be located within a similar distance from the Board as the public seating area. The presiding officer or designee shall determine when the number of recording devices used outside the area designated for public seating interferes with the conduct of a Board meeting and may order that an interfering recording device be removed or relocated. Additional lighting shall not be used unless approved by the presiding officer or designee prior to the meeting. All recording devices and any related equipment must be battery operated or operational without the use of district electricity as the district will not permit such equipment to be connected to the school district’s electrical service.

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The Board Secretary or designee shall determine if a recording device interferes with the conduct of a Board meeting and may order that an interfering device be relocated.

N.J.S.A. 10:4-14

Adopted: 9 March 2010 Adopted: 10 April 2012 Adopted:

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PROGRAM - POLICY 2422/page 1 of 6 Health and Physical Education

2422 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The Board of Education requires all students to participate in a comprehensive, sequential, health and physical education program aligned with the New Jersey Department of Education Core Curriculum Content Standards (CCCS) that emphasizes the natural interdisciplinary connection between wellness and health and physical education. The primary focus of the CCCS is the development of knowledge and skills that influence healthy behaviors within the context of self, family, school, and the local and global community. The mission of the CCCS for comprehensive health and physical education is knowledge of health and physical education concepts and skills to empower students to assume lifelong responsibility to develop physical, social, and emotional wellness.

The CCCS incorporate New Jersey statutes related to health and well-being of students in New Jersey schools. The following statutes incorporated into the CCCS include, but are not limited to, the following requirements:

1. Accident and Fire Prevention (N.J.S.A. 18A:6-2) requires instruction in accident and fire prevention. Regular courses of instruction in accident prevention and fire prevention shall be given in every public and private school in New Jersey. Instruction shall be adapted to the understanding of students at different grade levels.

2. Breast Self-Examination (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-5.4) requires instruction on breast self-examination. The Board of Education shall operate an educational program for students in grades seven through twelve with instruction in breast self-examination. The instruction shall take place as part of the district’s implementation of the CCCS in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education and the comprehensive health and physical education curriculum framework shall provide school districts with sample activities that may be used to support implementation of the instructional requirement.

3. Bullying Prevention Programs (N.J.S.A. 18A:37-17) requires the establishment of bullying prevention programs. The school district is encouraged to establish bullying prevention programs and other initiatives involving school staff, students, administrators, volunteers, parents, law enforcement, and community members. To the extent funds are appropriated for these purposes, the school district shall: (1) provide training on the school district’s Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying Policy to school employees and volunteers who have significant contact with students; and (2) develop a process for discussing the district’s Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying Policy with students. Information regarding the school district Policy against

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harassment, intimidation, or bullying shall be incorporated into the school’s employee training program.

4. Cancer Awareness (N.J.S.A. 18A:40-33) requires the development of a school program on cancer awareness. The Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the State school Boards, shall develop a cancer awareness program appropriate for school-aged children.

5. Dating Violence Education (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.23a) requires instruction regarding dating violence in grades seven through twelve. The school district shall incorporate dating violence education that is age appropriate into the health education curriculum as part of the district’s implementation of the CCCS in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education for students in grades seven through twelve. The dating violence education shall include, but not be limited to, information on the definition of dating violence, recognizing dating violence warning signs, and the characteristics of healthy relationships.

6. Domestic Violence Education (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.23) allows instruction on problems related to domestic violence and child abuse. The Board of Education may include instruction on the problems of domestic violence and child abuse in an appropriate place in the curriculum of elementary school, middle school, and high school students. The instruction shall enable students to understand the psychology and dynamics of family violence, dating violence, and child abuse; the relationship of alcohol and drug use to such violence and abuse; the relationship of animal cruelty to such violence and abuse; and to learn methods of nonviolent problem-solving.

7. Gang Violence Prevention (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.26) requires instruction in gang violence prevention for elementary school students. A Board of Education that operates an educational program for elementary school students shall offer instruction in gang violence prevention and in ways to avoid membership in gangs. The instruction shall take place as part of the district’s implementation of the CCCS in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education and the comprehensive health and physical education curriculum framework shall provide the school district with sample materials that may be used to support implementation of the instructional requirement.

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PROGRAM - POLICY 2422/page 3 of 6 Health and Physical Education

8. Health, Safety, and Physical Education (N.J.S.A. 18A:35) requires that all students in grades one through twelve participate in at least two and one-half hours of health, safety, and physical education each school week. Every student, except Kindergarten students, attending the public schools, insofar as he or she is physically fit and capable of doing so, as determined by the medical inspector, shall take such courses, which shall be a part of the curriculum prescribed for the several grades. The conduct and attainment of the students shall be marked as in other courses or subjects, and the standing of the student in connection therewith shall form a part of the requirements for promotion or graduation. The time devoted to such courses shall aggregate at least two and one-half hours each school week, or proportionately less when holidays fall within the week.

9. Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Controlled Dangerous Substances, and Anabolic Steroids (N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-1) requires instructional programs on drugs, alcohol, anabolic steroids, tobacco, and controlled dangerous substances and the development of curriculum guidelines. Instructional programs on the nature of drugs, alcohol, anabolic steroids, tobacco, and controlled dangerous substances, as defined in Section 2 of P.L.1970, c.226 (C.24:21-2), and their physiological, psychological, sociological, and legal effects on the individual, the family, and society shall be taught in the public school and in each grade from Kindergarten through grade twelve in a manner adapted to the age and understanding of the students. The programs shall be based upon the curriculum guidelines established by the Commissioner of Education and shall be included in the curriculum for each grade in such a manner as to provide a thorough and comprehensive treatment of the subject.

10. Lyme Disease Prevention (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-5.1) requires the development of Lyme disease curriculum guidelines. The guidelines shall emphasize disease prevention and sensitivity for victims of the disease. The Commissioner of Education shall periodically review and update the guidelines to insure that the curriculum reflects the most current information available.

11. Organ Donation (N.J.S.A. 18A:7F-4.3) requires information relative to organ donation to be given to students in grades nine through twelve. The goals of the instruction shall be to:

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a. Emphasize the benefits of organ and tissue donation to the health and well-being of society generally and to individuals whose lives are saved by organ and tissue donations, so that students will be motivated to make an affirmative decision to register as donors when they become adults.

b. Fully address myths and misunderstandings regarding organ and tissue donation.

c. Explain the options available to adults, including the option of designating a decision-maker to make the donation decision on one’s behalf.

d. Instill an understanding of the consequences when an individual does not make a decision to become an organ donor and does not register or otherwise record a designated decision-maker.

The instruction shall inform students that, beginning five years from the date of enactment of P.L.2008, c.48 (C.26:6-66 et al.), the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will not issue or renew a New Jersey driver’s license or personal identification card unless a prospective or renewing licensee or card holder makes an acknowledgement regarding the donor decision pursuant to Section 8 of P.L.2008, c.48 (C.39:3-12.4). The Commissioner of Education, through the non-public school liaison in the Department of Education, shall make any related instructional materials available to private schools educating students in grades nine through twelve, or any combination thereof. Such schools are encouraged to use the instructional materials at the school; however, nothing in N.J.S.A. 18A:7F-4.3 shall be construed to require such schools to use the materials.

12. Sexual Assault Prevention (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.3) requires the development of a sexual assault prevention education program. The Department of Education in consultation with the advisory committee shall develop and establish guidelines for the teaching of sexual assault prevention techniques for utilization by local school districts in the establishment of a sexual assault prevention education program. Such program shall be adapted to the age and understanding of the students and shall be emphasized in appropriate places of the curriculum sufficiently for a full and adequate treatment of the subject.

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13. Stress Abstinence (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.19 through N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.22), also known as the “AIDS Prevention Act of 1999,” requires sex education programs to stress abstinence. Any sex education that is given as part of any planned course, curriculum, or other instructional program and that is intended to impart information or promote discussion or understanding in regard to human sexual behavior, sexual feelings and sexual values, human sexuality and reproduction, pregnancy avoidance or termination, HIV infection or sexually transmitted diseases, regardless of whether such instruction is described as, or incorporated into, a description of “sex education,” “family life education,” “family health education,” “health education,” “family living,” “health,” “self-esteem,” or any other course, curriculum program, or goal of education, and any materials including, but not limited, to handouts, speakers, notes, or audiovisuals presented on school property concerning methods for the prevention of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS), other sexually transmitted diseases, and of avoiding pregnancy, shall stress that abstinence from sexual activity is the only completely reliable means of eliminating the sexual transmission of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases and of avoiding pregnancy.

14. Suicide Prevention (N.J.S.A. 18A:6-111) requires instruction in suicide prevention in public schools. Instruction in suicide prevention shall be provided as part of any continuing education that public school teaching staff members must complete to maintain their certification; and inclusion of suicide prevention awareness shall be included in the CCCS in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.

15. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.28 and 18A:35-4.29) requires instruction in the use of automated external defibrillator for students. Instruction shall be provided in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator to each student in a public school that includes grades nine through twelve prior to graduation as part of the district’s implementation of the CCCS in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education. The instruction provided shall be modeled from an instructional program established by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or other nationally recognized association and shall include a hands-on learning component.

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16. Other Statutory or Administrative Codes. The Board will incorporate into its health and physical education curriculum any other requirements of the New Jersey Department of Education’s CCCS in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.

In accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.7, any student whose parent presents to the Principal a signed statement that any part of the instruction in health, family life, or sex education is in conflict with his/her conscience or sincerely held moral or religious beliefs shall be excused from that portion of the course where such instruction is being given and no penalties as to credit or graduation shall result.

A copy of the CCCS for Comprehensive Health and Physical Education and all related curriculum/course guides and instructional material shall be available for public inspection in each school.

Adopted: 3 June 2009 Adopted:

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2431 ATHLETIC COMPETITION

The Board of Education recognizes the value of a program of athletic competition for both boys and girls as an integral part of the total school experience. Game activities and practice sessions provide opportunities to learn the values of competition and good sportsmanship. Programs of athletic competition, both intrascholastic and interscholastic, offer students the opportunity to exercise and test their athletic abilities in a context greater and more varied than that offered by the class or school or school district alone, and an opportunity for career and educational development.

For purposes of this Policy, programs of athletic competition includes all activities relating to competitive sports contests, games, practices, scrimmages, and events or sports exhibitions involving individual students or teams of students when such events occur within or between schools within this district or with any schools outside this district. The programs of athletic competition shall include, but are not limited to, high school interscholastic athletic programs, middle school interscholastic athletic programs where school teams or squads play teams or squads from other school districts, and/or intramural athletic programs within a school or among schools in the district and any cheerleading program or activity in the school district.

Eligibility Standards

A student who wishes to participate in a program of athletic competition must submit, on a form provided by the district, the signed consent of his/her parent. The consent of the parent of a student who wishes to participate in a program of athletic competition athletics will include an acknowledgment of the physical hazards that may be encountered in the activity.

Student participation in a program of athletic competition shall be governed by the following eligibility standards:

Academic Standards

All students will be expected to have successfully completed academic courses amounting to the normal progression expected of students toward meeting minimum State academic requirements for graduation (State minimum). In other words, a student entering his/her second semester of freshman year will be expected to have successfully completed one- eighth of the State minimum. Thereafter, as a student progresses through his/her secondary career, he/she will be expected to have completed satisfactorily one-eighth of the State minimum for each semester of attendance in a secondary school (e.g. twenty-five percent of the State minimum entering his/her third year and seventy-five percent of the State minimum upon entering his/her fourth year of secondary school).

It must be emphasized that these academic standards are minimal requirements.

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1. According to regulations of the New Jersey State Board of Education, credits must be assigned equally to all secondary school courses. Thus, courses which at one time were considered “minor” e.g., physical education, art, music, industrial arts, etc., must be included in the determination of academic credits.

2. It is recognized that students may accelerate their academic programs during their first three years of secondary schooling. Consequently, such students may be eligible in the second semester of their senior year even when they carry less than 12 1/2 % of the State minimum during the first semester provided they are meeting their school district's graduation requirements and are passing all courses in which they are enrolled.

3. Schools will not be permitted to "average" academic achievement for students so as to allow them to be eligible even though they have not accumulated the requisite proportion of the State minimum according to their semester of attendance (e.g., a school may not allow a student who failed two courses in his/her first semester because he/she received an "A" in the remaining courses, so as to constitute an average of "C" or above for all courses).

4. If a student is to be graduated in June, has left school, but has re-enrolled, he/she will be eligible thirty calendar days from the date of re-enrollment. However, the student must meet requirements as delineated in the local attendance policy.

5. If a student has continued enrollment while absent from school, he/she will be eligible provided he/she is enrolled in and attends at least one course.

6. An athlete whose education is interrupted after his/her entrance into the ninth grade and who does not pass the required courses at the end of the semester, upon being readmitted at the beginning of the next semester, is ineligible for failure to meet the requirements of this section.

7. An athlete who is ineligible under Section 6 of this policy may become eligible for the remainder of the winter sports season on February 1 if he/she meets the requirements as described in the opening paragraph of this policy.

8. Any summer work for make-up purposes, completed and approved by school before the sixth school day, in the semester starting September, may be used for eligibility purposes.

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1. To be eligible for participation in the interscholastic athletic program of a New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) member schools all high school students must meet, at a minimum, all the eligibility requirements of the Constitution, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the NJSIAA.

Home schooled children are eligible to participate in the high school interscholastic athletic program of this district only if the school district, the parent/guardian, and the home schooled child comply with the Guidelines, Constitution, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of NJSIAA, and the policies and regulations of the Board of Education.

2. A student in any grade who fails to observe school rules for student conduct may forfeit his/her eligibility for participation in school district sponsored athletic/sports program.

3. A student in any grade must maintain a satisfactory record of attendance to be eligible for participation in school district sponsored programs of athletic competition. An attendance record is unsatisfactory if the number of unexcused absences exceed 9 school days in the marking period, prior to the student commencing participation in school district sponsored programs of athletic competition.

A student who is absent with an unexcused absence for a school day may not participate in school district sponsored programs of athletic competition the afternoon or evening of the school day.

A student who is serving an in-school or out-of-school suspension may not participate in school district sponsored programs of athletic competition while serving the suspension.

4. A student in any grade who fails to observe school rules for student conduct may forfeit his/her eligibility for participation in school district sponsored programs of athletic competition.

Notice of the school district’s eligibility requirements shall be available to students.

Student enrolled in grades six to twelve must receive a medical examination, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.7, prior to participation in school- sponsored interscholastic or intramural team or squad and any cheerleading program or activity.

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The examination shall be conducted within 365 days prior to the first day of official practice in an athletic season with examinations being conducted at the medical home of the student. The “medical home” is defined as a health care provider and that provider’s practice site chosen by the student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) for the provision of health care. If a student does not have a medical home, the school district shall provide the examination at the school physician’s office or other comparably equipped facility. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) may choose either the school physician or their own private physician to provide this medical examination. The medical examination required prior to participation shall be in accordance with the requirements as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(h)1 and Regulation 2431.2 and shall be documented using the Preparticipation Physical Evaluation form required by the Department of Education.

Information concerning a student’s HIV/AIDS status shall not be required as part of the medical examination or health history pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:5C-1 et seq. The health findings of this medical examination shall be maintained as part of the student’s health record.

Emergency Procedures

Athletic coaches shall be trained in first aid, to include sports-related concussion and head injuries, the use of a defibrillator, the identification of student athletes who are injured or disabled in the course of any athletic program or activity, and any other first aid procedures or other health related trainings required by law or the Superintendent.

The Superintendent shall prepare and present to the Board for its approval procedures for the emergency treatment of injuries and disabilities that occur in the course of any athletic program or activity. Emergency procedures shall be reviewed not less than once in each school year and shall be disseminated to appropriate staff members.

Interscholastic Standards

The Board shall approve annually a program of interscholastic athletics and shall require that all facilities utilized in that program, whether or not the property of this Board, properly safeguard both players and spectators and are kept free from hazardous conditions.

The Board adopts the Constitution, Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association as Board policy and shall review such rules on a regular basis to ascertain they continue to be in conformity with the objectives of this Board.

The Superintendent shall annually prepare, approve, and present to the Board for its consideration a program of interscholastic athletics that includes a complete schedule of athletic events shall inform the Board of changes in that schedule.

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N.J.S.A. 2C:21-11 N.J.S.A. 18A:11-3 et seq. N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7; 6A:16-1.4; 6A:16-2 et seq.

Adopted: 3 June 2009 Adopted: 8 May 2012 Adopted: 12 March 2013 Adopted:

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R 2431.2 MEDICAL EXAMINATION PRIOR TO PARTICIPATION ON A SCHOOL-SPONSORED INTERSCHOLASTIC OR INTRAMURAL TEAM OR SQUAD

A. Students are required to receive medical examinations in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4 and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(f). Each student medical examination shall be conducted at the medical home of the student. If a student does not have a medical home, the school district shall provide the examination at the school physician’s office or other comparably equipped facility.

The school district shall ensure students receive medical examinations in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(f) and prior to participation on a school- sponsored interscholastic or intramural team or squad for students in grades six through twelve.

1. Required Medical Examination

a. The examination shall be conducted within 365 days prior to the first day of official practice in an athletic season and shall be conducted by a licensed physician, advanced practice nurse (APN), or physician assistant (PA).

c. The physical examination shall be documented using the Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (PPE) form developed jointly by the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine and is available online at,

http://www.state.nj.us/education/students/safety/health/records/at hleticphysicalsform.pdf, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.7.

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(1) Prior to performing a preparticipation physical examination, the licensed physician, APN, or PA who performs the student-athlete's physical examination shall complete the Student-Athlete Cardiac Screening professional development module and shall sign the certification statement on the PPE form attesting to the completion, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.d.

(a) If the PPE form is submitted without the signed certification statement and the school district has confirmed that the licensed physician, APN, or PA from the medical home did not complete the module, the student-athlete's parent may obtain a physical examination from a physician who can certify completion of the module or request that the school physician provides the examination.

(2) The medical report shall indicate if a student is allowed or not allowed to participate in the required sports categories and shall be completed and signed by the original examining physician, APN, or PA.

(3) An incomplete form shall be returned to the student's medical home for completion unless the school nurse can provide documentation to the school physician that the missing information is available from screenings completed by the school nurse or physician within the prior 365 days.

c. Each student whose medical examination was completed more than ninety days prior to the first day of official practice in an athletic season shall provide a health history update questionnaire completed and signed by the student's parent. The completed health history update questionnaire shall include information listed below as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 41.7.b. The completed health history update questionnaire shall be reviewed by the school nurse and, if applicable, the school athletic trainer and shall include information as to whether, in the time period since the date of the student’s last preparticipation physical examination, the student has:

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(1) Been advised by a licensed physician, APN, or PA not to participate in a sport;

(2) Sustained a concussion, been unconscious, or lost memory from a blow to the head;

(3) Broken a bone or sprained, strained, or dislocated any muscles or joints;

(4) Fainted or blacked out;

(5) Experienced chest pains, shortness of breath, or heart racing;

(6) Had a recent history of fatigue and unusual tiredness;

(7) Been hospitalized, visited an emergency room, or had a significant medical illness;

(8) Started or stopped taking any over the counter or prescribed medications; or

(9) Had a sudden death in the family, or whether any member of the student’s family under the age of fifty has had a heart attack or heart trouble.

d. The school district shall provide to the parent written notification signed by the school physician stating approval of the student's participation in athletics based upon the medical report or the reasons for the school physician's disapproval of the student's participation.

e. The Board of Education will not permit a student enrolled in grades six to twelve to participate on a school-sponsored interscholastic or intramural team or squad unless the student submits a PPE form signed by the licensed physician, APN, or PA who performed the physical examination and, if applicable, a completed health history update questionnaire, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.7.c.

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f. The school district shall distribute to a student-athlete and his or her parent the sudden cardiac arrest pamphlet developed by the Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Commissioner of Health, the American Heart Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.

(1) A student-athlete and his or her parent annually shall sign the Commissioner-developed form that they received and reviewed the pamphlet, and shall return it to the student's school pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.d.

(2) The Commissioner shall update the pamphlet, as necessary, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.b.

(3) The Commissioner shall distribute the pamphlet, at no charge, to all school districts and nonpublic schools, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.b.

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5111 ELIGIBILITY OF RESIDENT/NONRESIDENT STUDENTS

The East Orange Board of Education shall admit to its schools, free of charge, persons over five and under twenty years of age, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education.

Eligibility to Attend School

The Board shall admit students eligible to attend school free of charge that is domiciled within the district as defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1

A child who is domiciled within the school district and resides with a parent or guardian who is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or a member of the reserve component of the armed forces of the United States who is ordered into active military service in a time of war or national emergency shall be permitted to remain enrolled in the school district in which the child is domiciled at the time of the parent or guardian being ordered into active military service, regardless of where the child resides during the period of active duty. Following the return of the child’s parent or guardian from active military service, the child’s eligibility to remain enrolled in the school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 38-3.1 shall cease at the end of the current school year unless the child is domiciled in the school district.

The Board shall also admit any student that is kept in the home of a person other than the student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s), where the person is domiciled in the school district and is supporting the student without remuneration as if the student were his or her own child in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.2. A student is only eligible to attend school in the district pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22 – 3.2 if the student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) files, together with documentation to support its validity, a sworn statement that he or she is not capable of supporting or providing care for the student due to family or economic hardship and the student is not residing with the other person solely for the purpose of receiving a free public education. In addition, the person keeping the student must file, if so required by the Board of Education, a sworn statement that he or she: is domiciled within the district; is supporting the child without remuneration and intends to do so for a time longer than the school term; will assume all personal obligations for the student relative to school requirements; and a copy of his or her lease if a tenant, or a sworn landlord’s statement if residing as a tenant without a written lease, or a mortgage or tax bill if an owner. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1(c), any person who fraudulently allows a child of another person to use his or her residence and is not the primary financial supporter of that child; and any person who fraudulently claims to have given up custody of his or her child to a person in another district commits a disorderly persons offense.

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A student is eligible to attend in this school district free of charge pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38:1(b) if the student is kept in the home of a person domiciled in the school district, who is the parent or guardian, and the parent or guardian is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the reserve component of the United States armed forces and has been ordered into active military service in the United States armed forces in time of war or national emergency. Eligibility under this provision shall cease at the end of the current school year during which the parent or legal guardian returns from active military duty.

A student is eligible to attend school in this school district free of charge pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38:1(b) if the student’s parent or guardian temporarily resides within the school district and elects to have the student attend the school district of temporary residence, notwithstanding the existence of a domicile elsewhere. When required by the Board of Education, the parent or guardian shall demonstrate the temporary residence is not solely for purposes of a student attending the school district of temporary residence. When one of a student’s parents temporarily resides in the district while the other is domiciled or temporarily resides elsewhere, eligibility to attend school shall be determined in accordance, with the criteria of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1(a)1.i.

A student is eligible to attend this school district free of charge:

1. If the student’s parent or legal guardian moves to another school district as the result of being homeless, subject to the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:17-2 - Education of Homeless Children;

2. If the student is placed by court order or by a society, agency, or institution in the home of a school district resident pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-2;

3. If the student previously resided in the school district and if the parent or legal guardian is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the United States reserves and has been ordered to active service in time of war or national emergency, resulting in the relocation of the student out of the school district, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-3(b). The school district shall not be obligated for transportation costs; and

4. If the student resides on federal property within the State pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-7.7 et seq.

Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 or any other law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, a student who moves out of the school district as a result of domestic violence, sexual abuse, or other family crises shall be permitted to remain enrolled in the school district for the remainder of the school year in pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.1 and in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.2(h). If the student remains enrolled in the school district for the remainder of the school year, the school district shall provide transportation services to the

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student, provided the student lives remote from school, and the State shall reimburse the school district for the cost of the transportation services. Nothing in N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.1 shall be construed to affect the rights of homeless students pursuant to N.J.S.A 18A:7B-12, N.J.S.A. 18A:7B-12.1, or any other applicable State or Federal law.

A student’s eligibility to attend this school shall not be affected by the physical condition of an applicant’s housing or his or her compliance with local housing ordinances or terms of lease.

Except as set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.3(b)1, immigration/visa status shall not affect eligibility to attend school and the school district shall not condition enrollment in the school district on immigration status. A student’s immigration/visa status and their eligibility to attend school shall be in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.3(b) and Regulation 5111.

Proof of Eligibility

The Board of Education shall accept a combination of forms of documentation from persons attempting to demonstrate a student’s eligibility for enrollment in the school district in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.4. The Board of Education district shall consider the totality of information and documentation offered by an applicant, and shall not deny enrollment based on failure to provide a particular form or subset of documents without regard to other evidence presented.

The Board of Education shall not condition enrollment on the receipt of information or document protected from disclosure by law, or pertaining to criteria that are not a legitimate basis for determining eligibility to attend school as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:22- 3.4(d). The Board of Education may consider, in a manner consistent with Federal law, documents or information referenced in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.4(d) or pertinent parts thereof if voluntarily disclosed by the applicant. The Board of Education may not, directly or indirectly, require or request such disclosure as an actual or implied condition of enrollment. However, in the case of a dispute between the school district and the parent or guardian of a student in regard to the student’s eligibility to enroll in the school district or to remain enrolled in the school district pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, the school district may request from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission the parent or guardian’s name and address for use in verifying a student’s eligibility for enrollment in the school district.

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Registration Forms and Procedures for Initial Assessment

Registration and initial determinations of eligibility will be in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.1. The Board of Education shall use Commission-provided registration forms or locally developed forms that are consistent with the forms provided by the Commissioner. A district level administrator designated by the Superintendent shall clearly identified to applicants and available to assist persons who experience difficulties with the enrollment process.

Initial eligibility determinations shall be made upon presentation of an enrollment application, and enrollment shall take place immediately except in cases of clear, uncontested denials. Enrollment shall take place immediately when an applicant has provided incomplete, unclear, or questionable information, but the applicant shall be notified that the student will be removed from the school district if defects in the application are not corrected, or an appeal is not filed, in accordance with subsequent notice to be provided pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.2.

When a student appears ineligible based on the information provided in the initial application, the school district shall issue a preliminary written notice of ineligibility, including an explanation of the right to appeal to the Commissioner of Education. Enrollment shall take place immediately if the applicant clearly indicates disagreement with the district’s determination and an intent to appeal to the Commissioner of Education. An applicant whose student is enrolled pursuant to this provision shall be notified that the student will be removed, without a hearing before the Board, if no appeal is filed within the twenty-one day period established by N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.

When enrollment is denied and no intent to appeal is indicated, applicants shall be advised they shall comply with compulsory education laws. When the student is between the ages of six and sixteen, applicants also shall be asked to complete a written statement indicating the student will be attending school in another school district or a nonpublic school, or receiving instruction elsewhere than at a school pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25. In the absence of this written statement, designated staff shall report to the school district of actual domicile or residence, or the Department of Children and Families, a potential instance of “neglect” for the purposes of ensuring compliance with compulsory education law, N.J.S.A. 9:6-1. Staff shall provide the school district or the Department of Children and Families with the student’s name, the name(s) of the parent/guardian/resident, and the student’s address to the extent known. Staff shall also indicate admission to the school district has been denied based on residency or domicile, and there is no evidence of intent to arrange for the child to attend school or receive instruction elsewhere.

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Enrollment or attendance at the school shall not be conditioned on advance payment of tuition when enrollment is denied and an intent to appeal is indicated, or when enrollment is provisional and subject to further review or information. The Board of Education shall ensure the registration process identifies information suggesting an applicant may be homeless so procedures may be implemented in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:17-2, Education of Homeless Children. Enrollment or attendance in the school district shall not be denied based upon the absence of the certified copy of the student’s birth certificate or other proof of a student’s identity as required within thirty days of initial enrollment, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-25.1.

Enrollment in the school district shall not be denied based upon absence of student medical information. However, actual attendance at school may be deferred until the student compiles with student immunization rules set forth in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.1.

When enrollment in the school district, attendance at school, or the receipt of educational services in the regular education program appears inappropriate, the student shall not be denied based upon the absence of a student’s prior educational record. However, the applicant shall be advised the student’s initial educational placement may be subject to revision upon the school district’s receipt of records or further assessment of the student.

Notice of Ineligibility

When a student is found ineligible to attend the school district pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22- or the student’s initial application is found to be deficient upon subsequent review or investigation, the school district immediately shall provide to the applicant notice that is consistent with Commissioner-provided sample form(s) and meets requirements of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4 et seq. Notices shall be in writing; in English and in the native language of the applicant; issued by the Superintendent; and directed to the address at which the applicant claims to reside. Notices of ineligibility shall include information as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.2.

Removal of Currently Enrolled Students

Nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4 and this Policy shall preclude the Board of Education from identifying through further investigation or periodic requests for revalidation of eligibility, students enrolled in the school district who may be ineligible for continued attendance due to error in initial assessment, changed circumstances, or newly discovered information.

When a student who is enrolled and attending school based on an initial eligibility determination is later determined to be ineligible for continued attendance, the Superintendent may apply to the Board of Education for the student’s removal in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.3. No student shall be removed from school unless the parent, guardian, adult student, or resident keeping an "affidavit student"

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(as defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-1.2) has been informed of his or her entitlement to a hearing before the Board of Education. Once the hearing is held, or if the parent, guardian, adult student or resident keeping an "affidavit student", does not respond within the designated time frame to the Superintendent’s notice or appear for the hearing, the Board of Education shall make a prompt determination of the student’s eligibility and shall immediately provide notice in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.2 Hearings required pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.3 may be conducted by the full Board or a Board Committee, at the discretion of the full Board. If the hearing(s) is conducted by a Board Committee, the Committee shall make a recommendation to the full Board for action. No student may be removed except by vote of the Board taken at a meeting duly convened and conducted pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the Open Public Meetings Act.

Appeal to the Commissioner

An applicant may appeal to the Commissioner of Education the school district’s determination that a student is ineligible to attend its schools. Appeals shall be initiated by petition which shall be filed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 and N.J.A.C. 6A:3-8.1 and shall proceed as a contested case pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1(1), appeals of "affidavit student" eligibility determinations shall be filed by the resident keeping the student.

Assessment and Calculation of Tuition

If no appeal to the Commissioner is filed following notice of an ineligibility determination, the Board of Education may assess tuition, for up to one year of a student’s ineligible attendance, including the twenty-one day period provided by N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 for appeal to the Commissioner. Tuition will be assessed and calculated in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-6.3 et seq. If the responsible party does not pay the tuition assessment, the Board of Education may petition the Commissioner pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3 for an order assessing tuition, enforceable in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:58-10 through recording, upon request of the Board of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3-12, on the judgment docket of the Superior Court, Law Division.

If an appeal to the Commissioner is filed and the petitioner does not sustain the burden of demonstrating the student’s right to attend the school district, or the petitioner withdraws the appeal, fails to prosecute, or abandons the appeal by any means other than settlement agreeing to waive or reduce tuition, the Commissioner may assess tuition in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-6.2(a). Upon the Commissioner’s finding that an appeal has been abandoned, the Board of Education may remove the student from school and seek tuition in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-6.2.

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Nonresident Students

The admission of a nonresident student to school free of charge must be approved by the Board. No student otherwise eligible shall be denied admission on the basis of the student’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectational or sexual orientation or sex, social or economic status, or disability. The continued enrollment of any nonresident student shall be contingent upon the student’s maintenance of good standards of citizenship and discipline.

Children Who Anticipate Moving from the District

Students whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have moved away from the school district on or after March 1 and twelfth grade students whose parents or guardian have moved away from the school district on or after March 1 may be permitted to finish the school year in this district without payment of tuition. This consideration will only be given to students who have maintained good academic and discipline standards.

A nonresident student otherwise eligible for attendance whose parent or guardian anticipates school district residency and has entered a contract to buy, build, or rent a residence in this school district may be enrolled without payment of tuition for a period of time not greater than 4 weeks prior to the anticipated date of residency. If any such student does not become a resident of the school district within 4 weeks after admission to school, tuition will be charged for attendance commencing the beginning of the 5th week and until such time as the student becomes a resident or withdraws from school.

Children of District Employees

Children of Board of Education employees who do not reside in this school district may be admitted to school in this district with payment of tuition, provided that the educational program of such children can be provided within school district facilities.

Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students

Other Nonresident Children

Other nonresident students, otherwise eligible for attendance, may be admitted to this district with payment of tuition and Board approval.

N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 et seq.; 18A:38-3; 18A:38-3.1 N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.3; 6A:17-2.1 et seq.; 6A:22-2.1 et seq. Adopted: 12 January 2010 Adopted: 14 September 2010 Adopted:

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R 5111 ELIGIBILITY OF RESIDENT/NONRESIDENT STUDENTS

A. Definitions

1. "Affidavit student" means a student attending, or seeking to attend, school in a district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 and N.J.A.C 6A:22-3.2(a).

2. Appeal means contested case proceedings before the Commissioner of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3, Controversies and Disputes.

3. “Applicant” means a parent, guardian, or a resident supporting an affidavit student who seeks to enroll a student in a school district; or an unaccompanied homeless youth or adult student who seeks to enroll in a school district.

4. "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Education or his/her designee.

5. “Guardian” means a person to whom a court of competent jurisdiction has awarded guardianship or custody of a child, provided that a residential custody order shall entitle a child to attend school in the residential custodian’s school district unless it can be proven that the child does not actually live with the custodian. “Guardian” also means the Department of Children and Families for purposes of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1(e).

B. Eligibility to Attend School – Students Domiciled in the District

1. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district if the student is domiciled within the district:

a. A student is domiciled in the school district when he or she is living with a parent or guardian whose domicile is located within the school district.

(1) When a student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) are domiciled within different school districts and there is no court order or written agreement between the parents designating the school district of attendance, the student’s domicile is the school district of the parent with whom the student lives for the majority of the school year. This provision shall apply regardless of which parent has legal custody.

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(2) When a student’s physical custody is shared on an equal- time, alternating week/month or other similar basis so the student is not living with one parent or guardian for a majority of the school year, and where there is no court order or written agreement between the parents designating the school district of attendance, the student’s domicile is the present domicile of the parent or guardian with whom the student resided on the last school day prior to October 16 preceding the application date.

(a) When a student resided with both parents or guardians, or with neither parent or guardian, on the last school day prior to the preceding October 16, the student’s domicile is the domicile of the parent or guardian with whom the parents or guardians indicate the student will be residing on the last school day prior to the ensuing October 16. When the parents or guardians do not designate, or cannot agree upon, the student’s likely residence as of that date, or if on that date the student is not residing with the parent or guardian previously indicated, the student shall attend school in the school district of domicile of the parent or guardian with whom the student actually lives as of the last school day prior to October 16.

(b) When the domicile of the student with disabilities as defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:14 cannot be determined pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1, nothing shall preclude an equitable determination of shared responsibility determination of shared responsibility for the cost of such student’s out-of-district placement.

(3) When a student is living with a person other than a parent or guardian, nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1 is intended to limit the student’s right to attend school in the parent or guardian’s school district of domicile pursuant to the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:22.

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(4) No school district shall be required to provide transportation for a student residing outside the school district for all or part of the school year, unless transportation is based upon the home of the parent or guardian domiciled within the school district or otherwise required by law.

b. A student is domiciled in the school district when he or she has reached the age of eighteen or is emancipated from the care and custody of a parent or guardian and has established a domicile within the school district.

c. A student is domiciled in the school district when the student has come from outside the state and is living with a person domiciled in the school district who will be applying for guardianship of the student upon expiration of the six-month "waiting period" of State residency required pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:34-54 (“home state” definition) and N.J.S.A. 2A:34-65.a(1). However, a student may later be subject to removal proceedings if application for legal guardianship is not made within a reasonable period of time following expiration of the mandatory waiting period or if guardianship is applied for and denied.

d. A student is domiciled in the school district when his or her parent or guardian resides within the school district on an all-year-round basis for one year or more, notwithstanding the existence of a domicile elsewhere.

e. A student is domiciled in the school district if the Department of Children and Families is acting as the student’s guardian and has placed the student in the school district.

2. When a student’s dwelling is located within two or more local school districts, or bears a mailing address that does not reflect the dwelling’s physical location within a municipality, the school district of domicile for school attendance purposes shall be that of the municipality to which the majority of the dwelling’s property tax is paid, or to which the majority of the dwelling’s or unit’s property tax is paid.

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a. When property tax is paid in equal amounts to two or more municipalities, and there is no established assignment for students residing in the affected dwellings, the school district of domicile for school attendance purposes shall be determined through assessment of individual proofs as provided pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.4 et seq.

b. This provision shall not preclude the attendance of currently enrolled students who were permitted to attend the school district prior to December 17, 2001.

c. When a student’s parent or guardian elects to exercise such entitlement, nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1 a student’s right to attend the school district of domicile although the student is qualified to attend a different school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 or the temporary residency (less than one year) provision of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.

3. Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 or any other section of law to the contrary, a child who is domiciled within the school district and resides with a parent or guardian who is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or a member of the reserve component of the armed forces of the United States who is ordered into active military service in any of the armed forces of the United States in a time of war or national emergency, shall be permitted to remain enrolled in the school district in which the child is domiciled at the time of the parent or guardian being ordered into active military service, regardless of where the child resides during the period of active duty. The school district shall not be responsible for providing transportation for the child if the child lives outside of the district. Following the return of the child’s parent or guardian from active military service, the child’s eligibility to remain enrolled in the school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 38-3.1 shall cease at the end of the current school year unless the child is domiciled in the school district.

C. Eligibility to Attend School – Other Students Eligible to Attend School

1. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38.1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.b if that student is kept in the home of a person other than the student’s parent or legal guardian, and the person is

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domiciled in the school district and is supporting the student without remuneration as if the student were his or her own child.

a. A student is not eligible to attend this school district pursuant to this provision unless:

(1) The student’s parent or legal guardian has filed, together with documentation to support its validity, a sworn statement that he or she is not capable of supporting or providing care for the student due to family or economic hardship and that the student is not residing with the other person solely for the purpose of receiving a free public education; and

(2) The person keeping the student has filed, if so required by the Board of Education:

(a) A sworn statement that he or she is domiciled within the school district, is supporting the child without remuneration and intends to do so for a longer time than the school term, and will assume all personal obligations for the student pertaining to school requirements; and

(b) A copy of his or her lease if a tenant, or a sworn landlord’s statement if residing as a tenant without a written lease, or a mortgage or tax bill if an owner.

b. A student shall not be deemed ineligible under this provision because required sworn statements(s) cannot be obtained, when evidence is presented that the underlying requirements of the law are being met notwithstanding the inability of the resident or student to obtain the sworn statement(s).

c. A student shall not be deemed ineligible under this provision when evidence is presented that the student has no home or possibility of school attendance other than with a school district resident who is not the student’s parent or guardian but is acting as the sole caretaker and supporter of the student.

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d. A student shall not be deemed ineligible under this provision solely because a parent or guardian gives occasional gifts or makes limited contributions, financial or otherwise, toward the student’s welfare, provided the resident keeping the student receives from the parent or guardian no payment or other remuneration for regular maintenance of the student.

e. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1(c), any person who fraudulently allows a child of another person to use his or her residence, and is not the primarily financial supporter of that child and any person who fraudulently claims to have given up custody of his or child to a person in another school district commits a disorderly persons offense.

2. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.b if the student is kept in the home of a person domiciled in the school district, who is not the parent or guardian and the parent or legal guardian, is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the reserve component of the United States armed forces and has been ordered into active military service in the United States armed forces in time of war or national emergency.

a. Eligibility under this provision shall cease at the end of the current school year upon the parent or legal guardian return from active military duty.

3. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1(d) if the student’s parent or legal guardian temporarily resides within the school district and elects to have the student attend the school district of temporary residence, notwithstanding the existence of a domicile elsewhere:

a. When required by the Board of Education, the parent or guardian, shall demonstrate the temporary residence is not solely for purposes of the student’s attending the school district of temporary residence;

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b. When one of a student’s parents or guardians temporarily resides in a school district while the other is domiciled or temporarily resides elsewhere, eligibility to attend school shall be determined in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.1(a)1i. However, no student shall be eligible to attend school based upon a parent or guardian’s temporary residence in a school district unless the parent or guardian demonstrates, if required by the Board of Education, the temporary residence is not solely for purposes of a student’s attending the school district.

4. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 if the student’s parent or guardian moves to another school district as the result of being homeless, subject to the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:17-2, Education of Homeless Children.

5. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-2 if the student is placed by court order or by a society, agency, or institution in the home of a school district resident pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-2. As used in this section, “court order” shall not encompass orders of residential custody, under which claims of entitlement to attend a school district are governed by provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 and the applicable standards set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A:22.

6. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend school in this school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-3.b if the student previously resided in the school district and if the parent or guardian is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the United States reserves and has been ordered to active service in time of war or national emergency, resulting in the relocation of the student out of the school district. A school district admitting a student pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-3.b shall not be obligated for transportation costs.

7. A student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, is eligible to attend the school district pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-7.7 et seq. if the student resides on Federal property within the State.

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8. In accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.1, a student who is not considered homeless under N.J.S.A. 18A:7B-12 and who moves to a new school district during the academic year as a result of a family crisis shall be permitted to remain enrolled in the original school district of residence for the remainder of the school year without the payment of tuition. A student attending an academic program during the summer, who is otherwise eligible except for the timing of the move, shall be permitted to remain in the school district for the remainder of the summer program if it is considered an extension of the preceding academic year.

a. For purposes of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.2(h) and Policy and Regulation 5111, "family crisis" shall include, but not be limited to:

(1) An instance of abuse such as domestic violence or sexual abuse;

(2) A disruption to the family unit caused by death of a parent or guardian; or

(3) An unplanned displacement from the original residence such as fire, flood, hurricane, or other circumstances that render the residence uninhabitable.

b. Upon notification of the move by the parent or guardian, the original school district of residence shall allow the student to continue attendance and shall provide transportation services to and from the student's new domicile in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:39-1. The original school district of residence may request from the parent or guardian and may review supporting documentation about the reason(s) for the move; however, any such review shall not interrupt the student's continued enrollment in the school district and in the current school of attendance with the provision of transportation.

(1) Examples of documentation include, but are not limited to, newspaper articles, insurance claims, police or fire reports, notes from health professionals, custody agreements, or any other legal document.

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c. If the parent or guardian or the relevant documentation indicates the child is homeless pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:7B-12, the school district liaison shall assume the coordination of enrollment procedures pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:17-2.5 and the student shall not be eligible for enrollment under N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.1.

d. If the original school district of residence determines the situation does not meet the family crisis criteria outlined in 8.a. above, the Superintendent or designee shall notify the parent or guardian in writing. The notification shall inform the parent or guardian of his or her right to appeal the decision within twenty-one calendar days of his or her receipt of the notification, and shall state that if such appeal is denied, he or she may be assessed the costs for transportation provided to the new residence during the period of ineligible attendance. It shall also state whether the parent or guardian is required to withdraw the student by the end of the twenty-one day appeal period in the absence of an appeal.

(1) The parent or guardian may appeal by submitting the request in writing with supporting documentation to the Executive County Superintendent of the county in which the original school district of residence is situated.

(2) Within thirty calendar days of receiving the request and documentation, the Executive County Superintendent shall issue a determination whether the situation meets the family crisis criteria set forth at 8.a. above. The original school district of residence shall continue to enroll the student and provide transportation to the current school of attendance in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:39-1 until the determination is issued.

(3) If the Executive County Superintendent determines the situation does not constitute a family crisis, the school district may submit to the Executive County Superintendent for approval the cost of transportation to the ineligible student's new domicile. The Executive County Superintendent shall certify the transportation costs to be assessed to the parent or guardian for the period of ineligible attendance.

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e. When the original school district of residence determines the situation constitutes a family crisis pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38- 1.1, the Superintendent or designee shall immediately notify the parent or guardian in writing.

(1) When the original school district of residence anticipates the need to apply for reimbursement of transportation costs, it shall send to the Executive County Superintendent a request and documentation of the family crisis for confirmation the situation meets the criteria set forth at 8.a. above.

(2) Within thirty days of receiving the school district's request and documentation, the Executive County Superintendent shall issue a determination of whether the situation meets the criteria for a family crisis. The original school district of residence shall continue to enroll the student and provide transportation to the current school of attendance in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:39-1 until the determination is issued, and shall not be reimbursed for additional transportation costs unless the Executive County Superintendent determines the situation is a family crisis or as directed by the Commissioner upon appeal.

f. In providing transportation to students under N.J.S.A. 18A:38- 1.1, the Board shall use the most efficient and cost-effective means available and in conformance with all laws governing student transportation.

g. At the conclusion of the fiscal year in which the Executive County Superintendent has determined the situation constitutes a family crisis, the original school district of residence may apply to the Executive County Superintendent for a reimbursement of eligible costs for transportation services.

(1) Eligible costs shall include transportation for students who are required to be transported pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:39-1.

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(2) The school district shall provide documentation of the transportation costs for the eligible student(s) to the Executive County Superintendent who shall review and forward the information to the Department's Office of School Facilities and Finance for reimbursement payment(s) to the school district.

(3) Payment to the school district shall be made in the subsequent fiscal year and shall equal the approved cost less the amount of transportation aid received for the student(s).

h. Nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.2 shall prevent the Board of Education from allowing a student to enroll without the payment of tuition pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-3.a.

i. Nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.2 shall prevent a parent or school district from appealing the Executive County Superintendent's decision(s) to the Commissioner in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:3-1.3. If the Commissioner of Education determines the situation is not a family crisis, his or her decision shall state which of the following shall pay the transportation costs incurred during the appeal process: the State, school district, or parent.

D. Housing and Immigration Status

1. A student’s eligibility to attend school shall not be affected by the physical condition of an applicant’s housing or his or her compliance with local housing ordinances or terms of lease.

2. Except as set forth in a. below, immigration/visa status shall not affect eligibility to attend school. Any student over five and under twenty years of age pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, or such younger or older student as is otherwise entitled by law to a free public education, who is domiciled in the school district or otherwise eligible to attend school in the district pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.2 shall be enrolled without regard to, or inquiry concerning, immigration status.

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a. However, the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 and N.J.A.C. 6A:22 shall not apply to students who have obtained, or are seeking to obtain, a Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status (INS Form I-20) from the school district in order to apply to the INS for issuance of a visa for the purpose of limited study on a tuition basis in a United States public secondary school (“F-1” Visa).

3. F-1 Visa Students

The school district will permit the attendance of F-1 Visa students into the school district without the payment of tuition.

E. Nothing in Policy and Regulation 5111 or N.J.A.C. 6A:22 shall be construed to limit the discretion of the Board to admit nonresident students, or the ability of a nonresident student to attend school with or without payment of tuition, with the consent of the district Board pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-3.

F. Proof of Eligibility

1. The Board of Education shall accept a combination of any of the following or similar forms of documentation from persons attempting to demonstrate a student’s eligibility for enrollment in the school district:

a. Property tax bills; deeds; contracts of sale; leases; mortgages; signed letters from landlords; and other evidence of property ownership, tenancy, or residency;

b. Voter registrations; licenses; permits; financial account information; utility bills; delivery receipts; and other evidence of personal attachment to a particular location;

c. Court orders; State agency agreements; and other evidence of court or agency placements or directives;

d. Receipts; bills; cancelled checks; insurance claims or payments; and other evidence of expenditures demonstrating personal attachment to a particular location, or to support the student;

e. Medical reports; counselor or social worker assessments; employment documents; unemployment claims; benefit statements; and other evidence of circumstances demonstrating, family or economic hardship, or temporary residency;

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f. Affidavits, certifications and sworn attestations pertaining to statutory criteria for school attendance, from the parent, guardian, person keeping an "affidavit student," adult student, person(s) with whom a family is living, or others, as appropriate;

g. Documents pertaining to military status and assignment; and

h. Any other business record or document issued by a governmental entity.

2. The Board of Education may accept forms of documentation not listed above, and shall not exclude from consideration any documentation or information presented by an applicant.

3. The Board of Education shall consider the totality of information and documentation offered by an applicant, and shall not deny enrollment based on failure to provide a particular form or subset of documents, without regard to other evidence presented.

4. The Board of Education shall not condition of enrollment on the receipt of information or documents protected from disclosure by law, or pertaining to criteria that are not a legitimate basis for determining eligibility to attend school. They include, but are not limited to:

a. Income tax returns;

b. Documentation or information relating to citizenship or immigration/visa status, except as set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A:22-3.3(b);

c. Documentation or information relating to compliance with local housing ordinances or conditions of tenancy; and

d. Social security numbers.

5. The Board of Education may consider, in a manner consistent with Federal law, documents or information referenced in 4. above, or pertinent parts thereof if voluntarily disclosed by the applicant. However, the Board of Education may not, directly or indirectly, require or request such disclosure as an actual or implied condition of enrollment.

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6. In the case of a dispute between the school district and the parents or guardians of a student in regard to a student’s eligibility to enroll in the school district or to remain enrolled in the school district pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, the school district may request from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission the parent or guardian’s name and address for use in verifying a student’s eligibility for enrollment in the school district.

G. Registration Forms and Procedures for Initial Assessment

1. The Board of Education shall use Commissioner-provided registration forms, or locally developed forms that:

a. Are consistent with the forms provided by the Commissioner;

b. Do not seek information prohibited by N.J.A.C. 6A:22 or any other provision of statute or rule;

c. Summarize, for the applicant’s reference, the criteria for attendance set forth in N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1, and specify the nature and form of any sworn statement(s) to be filed;

d. Clearly state the purpose for which the requested information is being sought in relation to the criteria; and

e. Notify applicants that an initial eligibility determination is subject to a more thorough review and evaluation, and that an assessment of tuition is possible if an initially admitted applicant is later found ineligible.

2. The Board of Education shall make available sufficient numbers of registration forms, and trained registration staff to ensure prompt eligibility determinations and enrollment. Enrollment applications may be taken by appointment, but appointments shall be promptly scheduled and shall not unduly defer a student’s attendance at school.

a. If the school district uses separate forms for affidavit student applications rather than a single form for all types of enrollment, affidavit student forms shall comply in all respects with the provisions of G.1. above. When affidavit student forms are used, the school district shall provide them to any person attempting to register a student of whom he or she is not the parent or guardian, even if not specifically requested.

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(1) The Board of Education or its agents shall not demand or suggest that guardianship or custody must be obtained before enrollment will be considered for a student living with a person other than the parent or guardian, since such student may qualify as an affidavit student.

(2) The Board of Education or its agents shall not demand or suggest that an applicant seeking to enroll a student of whom the applicant has guardianship or custody produce affidavit student proofs.

b. A district-level administrator designated by the Superintendent shall be clearly identified to applicants and available to assist persons who experience difficulties with the enrollment process.

3. Initial eligibility determinations shall be made upon presentation of an enrollment application, and enrollment shall take place immediately except in cases of clear, uncontested denials.

a. Enrollment shall take place immediately when an applicant has provided incomplete, unclear, or questionable information, but the applicant shall be notified that the student will be removed from the school district if defects in the application are not corrected, or an appeal is not filed, in accordance with subsequent notice to be provided pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.2.

b. When a student appears ineligible based on information provided in the initial application, the school district shall issue a preliminary written notice of ineligibility, including an explanation of the right to appeal to the Commissioner of Education. Enrollment shall take place immediately if the applicant clearly indicates disagreement with the school district’s determination and intent to appeal to the Commissioner.

(1) An applicant whose student is enrolled pursuant to this provision shall be notified that the student will be removed, without a hearing before the Board, if no appeal is filed within the twenty-one day period established by N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.

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4. When enrollment is denied and no intent to appeal is indicated, applicants shall be advised they shall comply with compulsory education laws. When the student is between the ages of six and sixteen, applicants also shall be asked to complete a written statement indicating the student will be attending school in another school district or nonpublic school, or receiving instruction elsewhere than at a school pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25. In the absence of this written statement that the student will be attending school in another school district or nonpublic school, or receiving instruction elsewhere than at a school, designated staff shall report to the school district of actual domicile or residence, or the Department of Children and Families, a potential instance of “neglect” for purposes of ensuring compliance with compulsory education laws, N.J.S.A. 9:6-1. Staff shall provide the school district or the Department of Children and Families with the student’s name, the name(s) of the parent/guardian/resident, and the student’s address to the extent known. Staff shall also indicate admission to the school district has been denied based on residency or domicile, and there is no evidence of intent to arrange for the child to attend school or receive instruction elsewhere.

5. Enrollment or attendance in the school district shall not be conditioned on advance payment of tuition in whole or part when enrollment is denied and an intent to appeal is indicated, or when enrollment is provisional and subject to further review or information.

6. The Board of Education shall ensure the registration process identifies information suggesting an applicant may be homeless so procedures may be implemented in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:17-2 - Education of Homeless Children.

7. Enrollment or attendance in the school district shall not be denied based upon absence of a certified copy of the student’s birth certificate or other proof of his or her identity as required within thirty days of initial enrollment, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-25.1.

8. Enrollment in the school district shall not be denied based upon absence of student medical information. However, actual attendance at school may be deferred until the student complies with student immunization rules set forth in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.

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9. When enrollment in the school district, attendance at school, or the receipt of educational services in the regular education program appears inappropriate, the student shall not be denied based upon the absence of a student’s prior educational record. However, the applicant shall be advised the student’s initial educational placement may be subject to revision upon the school district’s receipt of records or further assessment of the student.

H. Notice of Ineligibility

1. When a student is found ineligible to attend the school district pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22 or the student’s initial application is found to be deficient upon subsequent review or investigation, the school district shall immediately provide notice to the applicant that is consistent with Commissioner-provided sample form(s) and meets the requirements of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4 et seq.

a. Notices shall be in writing; in English and in the native language of the applicant; issued by the Superintendent; and directed to the address at which the applicant claims to reside.

2. Notices of ineligibility shall include:

a. In cases of denial, a clear description of the specific basis on which the determination of ineligibility was made,:

(1) The description shall be sufficient to allow the applicant to understand the basis for the decision and determine whether to appeal; and

(2) The description shall identify the specific subsection of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 under which the application was decided.

b. In cases of provisional eligibility, a clear description of the missing documents or information that still must be provided before a final eligibility status can be attained under the applicable provision of N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1;

c. A clear statement of the applicant’s right to appeal to the Commissioner of Education within twenty-one days of the notice date, along with an informational document provided by the Commissioner describing how to file an appeal;

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d. A clear statement of the student’s right to attend school for the twenty-one day period during which an appeal can be made to the Commissioner. It also shall state the student will not be permitted to attend school beyond the twenty-first day following the notice date if missing information is not provided or an appeal is not filed;

e. A clear statement of the student’s right to continue attending school while an appeal to the Commissioner is pending;

f. A clear statement that, if an appeal is filed with the Commissioner and the applicant does not sustain the burden of demonstrating the student’s right to attend the school district, or the applicant withdraws the appeal, fails to prosecute or abandons the appeal by any means other than settlement, the applicant may be assessed, by order of the Commissioner enforceable in Superior Court, tuition for any period of ineligible attendance, including the initial twenty- one day period and the period during which the appeal was pending before the Commissioner;

g. A clear statement of the approximate rate of tuition, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-6.3 that an applicant may be assessed for the year at issue if the applicant does not prevail on appeal, or elects not to appeal:

(1) If removal is based on the student’s move from the school district, the notice of ineligibility shall also provide information as to whether district Policy permits continued attendance, with or without tuition, for students who move from the school district during the school year.

h. The name of a contact person in the school district who can assist in explaining the notice’s contents; and

i. When no appeal is filed, notice that the parent or guardian shall still comply with compulsory education laws. In the absence of a written statement from the parent or guardian that the student will be attending school in another school district or non-public school, or receiving instruction elsewhere than at a school, school district staff shall notify the school district of actual domicile/residence, or the Department of Children and Families, of a potential instance of “neglect” pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-1. For purposes of facilitating enforcement of the State compulsory education requirement (N.J.S.A. 18A:38-25), staff shall provide the student’s name, the name(s)

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of the parent/guardian/resident, address to the extent known, denial of admission based on residency or domicile, and absence of evidence of intent to attend school or receive instruction elsewhere.

I. Removal of Currently Enrolled Students

1. Nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22 and this Regulation shall preclude the Board of Education from identifying through further investigation or periodic requests for revalidation of eligibility, students enrolled in the school district who may be ineligible for continued attendance due to error in initial assessment, changed circumstances, or newly discovered information.

2. When a student who is enrolled and attending school based on an initial eligibility determination is later determined to be ineligible for continued attendance, the Superintendent may apply to the Board of Education for the student’s removal.

a. The Superintendent shall issue a preliminary notice of ineligibility meeting the requirements of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.2. However, the notice shall also provide for a hearing before the Board of Education prior to a final decision on removal.

3. No student shall be removed from school unless the parent, guardian, adult student, or resident keeping an "affidavit student," has been informed of his or her entitlement to a hearing before the Board of Education.

4. Once the hearing is held, or if the parent, guardian, adult student, or resident keeping an "affidavit student," does not respond within the designated time frame to the Superintendent’s notice or appear for the hearing, the Board of Education shall make a prompt determination of the student’s eligibility and shall immediately provide notice in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.2.

5. Hearings required pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-4.3 may be conducted by the full Board of Education or a Board committee, at the discretion of the full Board. If the hearing is conducted by a Board Committee, the Committee shall make a recommendation to the full Board for action. However, no student shall be removed except by vote of the Board of Education taken at a meeting duly convened and conducted pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the Open Public Meetings Act.

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J. Appeal to the Commissioner

1. An applicant may appeal to the Commissioner of Education a school district determination that a student is ineligible to attend its schools. Appeals shall be initiated by petition, which shall be filed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 and N.J.A.C. 6A:3-8.1 and shall proceed as a contested case pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3.

a. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1.b(1), appeals of "affidavit student" ineligibility determinations shall be filed by the resident keeping the student.

K. Assessment and Calculation of Tuition

1. If no appeal to the Commissioner is filed by the parent, guardian, adult student, or school district resident keeping an “affidavit” student following notice of an ineligibility determination, the Board of Education may assess tuition for up to one year of a student’s ineligible attendance, including the twenty-one day period provided by N.J.S.A. 18A:38-1 for appeal to the Commissioner.

a. If the responsible party does not pay the tuition assessment, the Board of Education may petition the Commissioner pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3 for an order assessing tuition, enforceable in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:58-10 through recording, upon request of the Board of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3-12, on the judgment docket of the Superior Court, Law Division.

2. If an appeal to the Commissioner is filed by the parent, guardian, adult student, or school district resident keeping an “affidavit” student and the petitioner does not sustain the burden of demonstrating the student’s right to attend the school district, or the petitioner withdraws the appeal, fails to prosecute, or abandons the appeal by any means other than settlement agreeing to waive or reduce tuition, the Commissioner may assess tuition for the period during which the hearing and decision on appeal were pending, and for up to one year of a student’s ineligible attendance in a school district prior to the appeal’s filing and including the twenty-one day period to file an appeal.

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a. Upon the Commissioner’s finding that an appeal has been abandoned, the Board of Education may remove the student from school and seek tuition for up to one year of ineligible attendance pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:22-6.1(a) plus the period of ineligible attendance after the appeal was filed. If the record of the appeal includes a calculation reflecting the tuition rate(s) for the year(s) at issue, the per diem tuition rate for the current year, and the date on which the student’s ineligible attendance began, the Commissioner may order payment of tuition as part of his or her decision. In doing so, the Commissioner shall consider whether the ineligible attendance was due to the school district’s error. If the record does not include such a calculation and the Board of Education has filed a counterclaim for tuition, the counterclaim shall proceed to a hearing notwithstanding that the petition has been abandoned.

b. An order of the Commissioner assessing tuition is enforceable through recording, upon request of the Board of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:3-12, on the judgment docket of the Superior Court, Law Division, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:58-10.

3. Tuition assessed pursuant to the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:22-6 shall be calculated on a per-student basis for the period of a student’s ineligible enrollment, up to one year, by applicable grade/program category and consistent with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-17.1. The individual student’s record of daily attendance shall not affect the calculation.

4. Nothing in N.J.A.C. 6A:22 shall precludes an equitable determination, by the Board of Education or the Commissioner that tuition shall not be assessed for all or part of any period of a student’s ineligible attendance in the school district when the particular circumstances of a matter so warrant. In making the determination, the Board of Education or Commissioner shall consider whether the ineligible attendance was due to the school district’s error.

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The Board of Education shall develop and adopt the following written policies, procedures, and mechanisms in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.1(a) for the provision of health, safety, and medical emergency services and shall ensure staff are informed as appropriate:

1. The review of immunization records for completeness pursuant to N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.1 through 4.20 (Policy and Regulation 5320);

2. The administration of medication to students in the school setting in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.1(a)2 (Policy and Regulation 5330).

3. The review of Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders received from the student's parent or medical home (Policy 5332);

4. The provision of health services in emergency situations including:

a. The emergency administration of epinephrine via Epi-pen auto- injector pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 (Policy and Regulation 5330);

b. The emergency administration of glucagon pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.14 (Policy and Regulation 5338);

c. The care of any student who becomes injured or ill while at school or participating in school-sponsored functions (Policy and Regulation 8441);

d. The transportation and supervision of any student determined to be in need of immediate care (Policy and Regulation 8441);

e. The notification to parent of any student determined to be in need of immediate medical care (Policy and Regulation 8441); and

f. The establishment and implementation of an emergency action plan for responding to a sudden cardiac event, including the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41b (Policy and Regulation 5300).

5. The treatment of asthma in the school setting in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.1(a)5 (Policy 5335).

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6. Administration of student medical examinations, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4, N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.8, and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2 (Policy and Regulation 5310);

7. Utilization of sanitation and hygiene when handling blood and bodily fluids pursuant to N.J.A.C. 12:100-4.2, Safety and Health Standards for Public Employees, and in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.1030, Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Program (PEOSH) Bloodborne Pathogens Standards (Policy and Regulation 7420);

8. Provision of nursing services to nonpublic schools located in the school district as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:40-23 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.5 (Policy and Regulation 5306);

9. Self-administration of medication by a student for asthma or other potentially life-threatening allergic reaction pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.3, 12.5, and 12.6, and the self-management and care of a student’s diabetes as needed pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.15 (Policy and Regulation 5330);

10. Development of an individual healthcare plan and individualized emergency healthcare plan for students with chronic medical conditions, including life- threatening allergies, diabetes, and asthma requiring special health services in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.11.c, 12.12. 12.13, and 12.15; and N.J.S.A. 6A:16-2.3(b) 3xii; (Policies and Regulations 5331 and 5338 and Policy 5335); and

11. Management of food allergies in the school setting and the emergency administration of epinephrine to students for anaphylaxis pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A;40-12.6a through 12.6d (Policy and Regulation 5331).

The Board of Education shall annually adopt the school district’s nursing plan at a regular meeting.

The Board of Education shall comply with the following required health services as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2:

1. Immunization records shall be reviewed and updated annually pursuant to N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.1 through 4.24.

2. A Building Principal or designee shall not knowingly admit or retain in the school building any student whose parent has not submitted acceptable evidence of the child's immunization, according to the schedule specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4, Immunization of Students in School.

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3. The school district shall perform tuberculosis tests on students using methods required by and when specifically directed to do so by the New Jersey Department of Health, based upon the incidence of tuberculosis or reactor rates in specific communities or population groups pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-16.

4. The school district shall immediately report by telephone to the health officer of the jurisdiction in which the school is located any communicable diseases identified as reportable pursuant to N.J.A.C. 8:57-1, whether confirmed or presumed.

5. Each school in the district shall have and maintain for the care of students at least one nebulizer in the office of the school nurse or a similar accessible location pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.7.

6. Each student medical examination shall be conducted at the medical home of the student. If a student does not have a medical home, the school district shall provide the examination at the school physician's office or other comparably equipped facility pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4.

7. The findings of required examinations under 8.b., c., d., and e. below shall include the following components:

a. Immunizations pursuant to N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.1 through 4.24;

b. Medical history including allergies, past serious illnesses, injuries, operations, medications, and current health problems;

c. Health screenings including height, weight, hearing, blood pressure, and vision; and

d. Physical examinations.

8. The school district shall ensure that students receive medical examinations in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(f) and 6. above and:

a. Prior to participation on a school-sponsored interscholastic or intramural team or squad for students enrolled in any grades six to twelve in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(h)1;

b. Upon enrollment in school in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(h)2;

c. When applying for working papers in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(h)3;

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d. For the purposes of the comprehensive Child Study Team evaluation pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.4 in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16- 2.2(h)4; and

e. When a student is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or controlled dangerous substances, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-12 and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-4.3 in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(h)5.

9. Each school shall have available and maintain an AED, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41a.a(1) and (3), and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16- 2.2(i).

10. The Board of Education shall make accessible information regarding the New Jersey FamilyCare Program to students who are knowingly without medical coverage pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-34.

11. Information concerning a student's HIV/AIDS status shall not be required as part of the medical examination or health history pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:5C- 1 et seq.

12. The Board of Education shall ensure that students receive health screenings as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(l).

13. The school nurse shall screen to ensure hearing aids worn by students who are deaf and/or hard of hearing are functioning properly. The school nurse will ensure any FM hearing aid systems in classrooms or any school equipment in the school building used to assist students hear are functioning properly.

N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4 et seq. N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.3; 6A:16-2.1; 6A:16-2.2

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R 5310 HEALTH SERVICES

A. Definitions – N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.3

1. Advanced practice nurse (APN) – means a person who holds a current license as nurse practitioner/clinical nurse specialist from the State Board of Nursing.

2. Certified school nurse – means a person who holds a current license as a registered professional nurse from the State Board of Nursing and an Educational Services Certificate, school nurse or school nurse/non- instructional endorsement from the Department of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-12.3 and 12.4.

3. Medical home – means a health care provider, including New Jersey Family Care providers as defined by N.J.S.A. 30:4J-12 and the provider’s practice site chosen by the student’s parent for the provision of health care.

4. Noncertified nurse – means a person who holds a current license as a registered professional nurse from the State Board of Nursing and is employed by a Board of Education or nonpublic school, and who is not certified as a school nurse by the Department of Education.

5. Parent – means the natural parent(s), adoptive parent(s), legal guardian(s), foster parent(s), or parent surrogate(s) of a student. When parents are separated or divorced, “parent” means the person or agency who has legal custody of the student, as well as the natural or adoptive parent(s) of the student, provided parental rights have not been terminated by a court of appropriate jurisdiction.

6. Physician assistant (PA) – means a health care professional licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision.

7. Physical examination – means the examination of the body by a professional licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy or an advanced practice nurse, or physician nurse assistant. The term includes very specific procedures required by statute as stated in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2.

8. School physician – means a physician with a current license to practice medicine or osteopathy from the New Jersey Board of Examiners who works under a contract or as an employee of the school district. The physician is also referred to as the medical inspector as per N.J.S.A. 18A:40-1.

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B. Medical Examinations – General Conditions

1. Each student medical examination shall be conducted at the medical home of the student. If a student does not have a medical home, the school district shall provide this examination at the school physician's office or other comparably equipped facility pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A;40-4.

2. The findings of required examinations under C. through G. below shall include the following components:

a. Immunizations pursuant to N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.1 through 4.24;

b. Medical history including allergies, past serious illnesses, injuries, operations, medications, and current health problems;

c. Health screenings including height, weight, hearing, blood pressure, and vision; and

d. Physical examinations.

3. Each school shall have available and maintain an automated external defibrillator (AED), pursuant to N.J.S.A.18A:40-41a.a(1) and (3), that is:

a. In an unlocked location on school property, with an appropriate identifying sign;

b. Accessible during the school day and any other time when a school-sponsored athletic event or team practice is taking place in which students of the school district or nonpublic school are participating; and

c. Within a reasonable proximity of the school athletic field or gymnasium, as applicable

4. The Board of Education shall make accessible information regarding the New Jersey FamilyCare Program for students who are knowingly without medical coverage pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-34.

5. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4.4, a student who presents a statement signed by his/her parent that required examinations interfere with the free exercise of his/her religious beliefs shall be examined only to the extent necessary to determine whether the student is ill or infected with a communicable disease or under the influence of alcohol or drugs or is disabled or is fit to participate in any health, safety, or physical education course required by law.

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6. Information concerning a student's HIV/AIDS status shall not be required as part of the medical examination or health history pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:5C- 1 et seq.

C. Medical Examinations - Prior to Participation on a School-Sponsored Interscholastic or Intramural Team or Squad for Students Enrolled in Any Grades Six to Twelve

1. The school district shall ensure that students receive medical examinations prior to participation on a school-sponsored interscholastic or intramural or squad for students enrolled in any grades. The examination shall be conducted within 365 days prior to the first day of official practice session in an athletic season and shall be conducted by a licensed physician, APN or PA.

2. The physical examination shall be documented using the Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (PPE) form developed jointly by the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine and is available online at http://www.state.nj.us/education/students/ safety/health/records/athleticphysicalsform.pdf in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.7.

a. Prior to performing a preparticipation physical examination, the licensed physician, APN, or PA who performs the student- athlete's physical examination shall complete the Student- Athlete Cardiac Screening professional development module and shall sign the certification statement on the PPE form attesting to the completion, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41d.

(1) If the PPE form is submitted without the signed certification statement and the school district has confirmed that the licensed physician, APN, or PA from the medical home did not complete the module, the student-athlete's parent may obtain a physical examination from a physician who can certify completion of the module or request that the school physician provides the examination.

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b. The medical report shall indicate if a student is allowed or not allowed to participate in the required sports categories and shall be completed and signed by the original examining physician, APN, or PA.

c. An incomplete form shall be returned to the student's medical home for completion unless the school nurse can provide documentation to the school physician that the missing information is available from screenings completed by the school nurse or physician within the prior 365 days.

3. Each student whose medical examination was completed more than ninety days prior to the first day of official practice in an athletic season shall provide a health history update questionnaire completed and signed by the student's parent. The completed health history update questionnaire shall include information listed below as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.7.b. The completed health history update questionnaire shall be reviewed by the school nurse and, if applicable, the school athletic trainer and shall include information as to whether, in the time period since the date of the student’s last preparticipation physical examination, the student has:

a. Been advised by a licensed physician, APN, or PA not to participate in a sport;

b. Sustained a concussion, been unconscious, or lost memory from a blow to the head;

c. Broken a bone or sprained, strained, or dislocated any muscles or joints;

d. Fainted or blacked out;

e. Experienced chest pains, shortness of breath, or heart racing;

f. Had a recent history of fatigue and unusual tiredness;

g. Been hospitalized, visited an emergency room, or had a significant medical illness;

h. Started or stopped taking any over the counter or prescribed medications; or

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i. Had a sudden death in the family, or whether any member of the student’s family under the age of fifty has had a heart attack or heart trouble.

4. The school district shall provide to the parent written notification signed by the school physician stating approval of the student's participation in athletics based upon the medical report or the reasons for the school physician's disapproval of the student's participation.

5. The Board of Education will not permit a student enrolled in grades six to twelve to participate on a school-sponsored interscholastic or intramural team or squad unless the student submits a PPE form signed by the licensed physician, APN, or PA who performed the physical examination and, if applicable, a completed health history update questionnaire, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.7.c.

6. The school district shall distribute to a student-athlete and his or her parent the sudden cardiac arrest pamphlet developed by the Commissioner of Education, in consultation with the Commissioner of Health, the American Heart Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.

a. A student-athlete and his or her parent annually shall sign the Commissioner-developed form that they received and reviewed the pamphlet, and shall return it, to the student's school pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.d.

b. The Commissioner shall update the pamphlet, as necessary, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.b.

c. The Commissioner shall distribute the pamphlet, at no charge, to all school districts and nonpublic schools, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41.b.

D. Medical Examinations - Upon Enrollment In School

1. The school district shall ensure that students receive medical examinations upon enrollment in school. The school district requires a parent to provide within thirty days of enrollment entry-examination documentation for each student.

2. When a student transfers to another school, the sending school district shall ensure the entry-examination documentation is forwarded to the receiving school district pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.4(d).

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3. Students transferring into this school district from out-of-State or out-of- country may be allowed a thirty-day period to obtain entry examination documentation.

4. The school district shall notify parent through the district website or other means about the importance of obtaining subsequent medical examinations of the student at least once during each developmental stage, at early childhood (pre-school through grade three), pre-adolescence (grades four through six) and adolescence (grades seven through twelve);

E. Medical Examinations - When Students Apply for Working Papers

1. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:2-21.7 and 34:2-21.8(3), the school district may provide for the administration of a medical examination for a student pursuing a certificate of employment.

2. The school district shall not be held responsible for the costs for examinations at the student’s medical home or other medical provider(s).

F. Medical Examinations - For the Purposes of the Comprehensive Child Study Team Evaluation Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.4

1. The school district shall ensure that students receive medical examinations for the purposes of the comprehensive Child Study Team evaluation pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14-3.4.

G. Medical Examinations - When a Student is Suspected of Being under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Dangerous Substances pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-12 and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-4.3

1. If a student who is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or controlled dangerous substances is reported to the certified school nurse, the certified school nurse shall monitor the student's vital signs and general health status for emergent issues and take appropriate action pending the medical examination pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-4.3.

2. No school staff shall interfere with a student receiving a medical examination for suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol or controlled dangerous substances pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-4.3.

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H. Health Screenings

The Board of Education shall ensure that students receive health screenings in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.2(l).

1. Screening for height, weight, and blood pressure shall be conducted annually for each student in Kindergarten through grade twelve.

2. Screening for visual acuity shall be conducted biennially for students in Kindergarten through grade ten.

3. Screening for auditory acuity shall be conducted annually for students in Kindergarten through grade three and in grades seven and eleven pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4.

4. Screening for scoliosis shall be conducted biennially for students between the ages of ten and eighteen pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4.3.

5. Screenings shall be conducted by a school physician, school nurse, or other school personnel properly trained.

6. The school district shall notify the parent any student suspected of deviation from the recommended standard.

Issued: 12 January 2010 Issued: 11 November 2014 Issued:

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[See POLICY ALERT No. 208]

5330.01 ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA

The Board of Education, in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.22, must adopt a Policy authorizing parents, guardians, and primary caregivers to administer medical marijuana to a qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event. The parent of a qualifying student patient requesting the administration of medical marijuana to the student while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school- sponsored event must comply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22 and N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. and Policy and Regulation 5330.01.

A student enrolled in the school district must be authorized to engage in the medical use of marijuana and the primary caregiver, who may be the parent, must be authorized to administer medical marijuana to a qualifying student patient in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22 and N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. The student and the primary caregiver must complete the registration process to obtain a Registry Identification Card from the New Jersey Department of Health in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 24:6I-4.

The parent of the student authorized to engage in the medical use of marijuana must submit a written request with supporting documentation to the Principal requesting approval to have a primary caregiver assist in the administration of medical marijuana to the student while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event. The Principal, in consultation with the school nurse, the school physician, and the Superintendent of Schools, will review each request and upon approval will inform the parent in writing of the approval with details for the administration of medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient. The medical use of marijuana by a qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event will only be authorized after the written approval from the Principal is provided to the parent.

Medical marijuana may only be administered to the qualifying student patient while the student is on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school- sponsored event by the primary caregiver in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22 and N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. The prescribed medical marijuana must be in the possession of the primary caregiver at all times, except

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during the administration process. The primary caregiver shall comply with the requirements of the Principal’s written approval for the administration of medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event.

All health records related to the administration of medical marijuana to a qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school- sponsored event shall be maintained in accordance with the requirements of N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.4 and N.J.A.C. 6A:32-7.4.

No person shall be subject to arrest or prosecution for constructive possession, conspiracy, or any other offense for simply being in the presence or vicinity of the medical use of marijuana as authorized under N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. or N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22. No custodial parent, guardian, or person who has legal custody of a qualifying student patient who is a minor shall be subject to arrest or prosecution for constructive possession, conspiracy, or any other offense for assisting the minor in the medical use of marijuana as authorized under N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. or N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22.

N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22 N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. N.J.A.C. 6A:16-2.4; 6A:32-7.4

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[See POLICY ALERT No. 208]

R 5330.01 ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA

A custodial parent, guardian, or person having legal custody of a student requesting the administration of medical marijuana to a qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event must comply with the procedures and requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22 and N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. and this Regulation.

A. Definitions

For the purposes of this Policy:

1. “Bona fide physician-patient relationship” means a relationship in which the physician has ongoing responsibility for the assessment, care, and treatment of a qualifying student patient’s debilitating medical condition.

2. “Certification” means a statement signed by a physician with whom a qualifying student patient has a bona fide physician-patient relationship, which attests to the physician’s authorization for the patient to apply for registration for the medical use of marijuana.

3. “Marijuana” has the meaning given in Section 2 of the “New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substances Act,” N.J.S.A. 24:21-2.

4. “Medical use of marijuana” means the acquisition, possession, transport, or use of marijuana or paraphernalia by a registered qualifying student patient as authorized by the New Jersey Compassionate Medical Marijuana Act (Act).

5. “Parent” means the custodial parent, guardian, or person who has legal custody of a qualifying student patient who may also be the primary caregiver registered and provided a Registry Identification Card by the New Jersey Department of Health to administer medical marijuana to a student in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22 and N.J.S.A 24:6I-4.

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6. “Physician” means a person licensed to practice medicine and surgery pursuant to Title 45 of the Revised Statutes with whom the qualifying student patient has a bona fide physician-patient relationship and who is the primary care physician, hospice physician, or physician responsible for the ongoing treatment of a qualifying student patient’s debilitating medical condition, provided; however, that the ongoing treatment shall not be limited to the provision of authorization for a qualifying student patient to use medical marijuana or consultation solely for that purpose.

7. “Primary caregiver” or “caregiver” means a resident of the State who:

a. Is at least eighteen years old;

b. Has agreed to assist with a registered qualifying student patient’s medical use of marijuana, is not currently serving as primary caregiver for another qualifying patient, and is not the qualifying student patient’s physician;

c. Has never been convicted of possession or sale of a controlled dangerous substance, unless such conviction occurred after the effective date [Oct. 1, 2010] of the Act and was for a violation of Federal law related to possession or sale of marijuana that is authorized under the Act;

d. Has registered with the Department of Health pursuant to N.J.S.A. 24:6I-4 and has satisfied the criminal history record background check requirement of N.J.S.A. 24:6I-4; and

e. Has been designated as primary caregiver on the qualifying student patient’s application or renewal for a Registry Identification Card or in other written notification to the Department of Health.

8. “Qualifying student patient” means a resident of the State who is a student enrolled and attending school in this school district who has been provided with a certification by a physician pursuant to a bona fide physician-patient relationship and has been issued a Registry Identification Card by the New Jersey Department of Health for medical use of marijuana in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.22 and N.J.S.A 24:6I-4.

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9. “Qualifying patient” means a resident of the State who has been provided with a certification by a physician pursuant to a bona fide physician-patient relationship.

10. “Registry Identification Card” means a document issued by the Department of Health that identifies a person as a registered qualifying student patient or primary caregiver.

B. Registration – Qualifying Student Patient and Primary Caregiver

1. A qualifying student patient must be authorized to engage in the medical use of marijuana and the primary caregiver must be authorized to assist the qualifying student patient with the medical use of marijuana pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq.

2. A qualifying student patient and their primary caregiver must complete the registration process in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 24:6I-4 and any other requirements of the New Jersey Department of Health.

3. The qualifying student patient’s parent shall be responsible to immediately inform the Principal of any change in the status of the student’s Registry Identification Card that would deem the Registry Identification Card null and void due to any reason outlined in N.J.S.A. 24:6I-4e or for any other reason.

4. The qualifying student patient’s primary caregiver shall be responsible to immediately inform the Principal of any change in the status of any primary caregiver’s Registry Identification Card that would deem the Registry Identification Card null and void due to any reason outlined in N.J.S.A. 24:6I-4e or for any other reason.

C. Submission for Authorization for Administration of Medical Marijuana

1. A parent of a qualifying student patient requesting the administration of medical marijuana to the student while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event must submit a written request to the Principal with a copy of a current New Jersey Department of Health Registry Identification Cards for the qualifying student patient and the primary caregiver and a copy of the physician’s order or prescription indicating dosage information and the method of administration for the medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event.

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The Principal may request the parent provide additional documentation from the physician that the medical marijuana must be administered during the time of the day when the student is on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event and the medical marijuana cannot be administered and/or will not be effective during alternate times when the student is not on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event.

a. The parent’s written request and all supporting documentation must be submitted to the Principal at least five school days before the first day of the requested administration.

2. The Principal shall review the submitted Registry Identification Cards and supporting documentation with the school physician, the school nurse, and the Superintendent of Schools.

3. Upon review and approval of the documentation submitted by the parent, the Principal will inform the parent or primary caregiver, if the parent is not the primary caregiver, in writing with the following information:

a. The location (school, office, etc.) where the primary caregiver shall report to administer the medical marijuana;

b. The school staff member(s) who the primary caregiver must see to coordinate the administration of medical marijuana;

c. The time the primary caregiver shall report to administer the medical marijuana;

d. The specific location where the medical marijuana shall be administered to the student; and

e. A copy of Policy and Regulation 5330.01 – Administration of Medical Marijuana.

4. In the event the Principal, after consultation with the school nurse, school physician, and Superintendent, has a question or concern regarding the Registry Identification Cards or supporting documentation submitted by the parent, the Principal or school physician will contact the parent with the question or concern.

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5. The administration of medical marijuana on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or at a school-sponsored event, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.22, will only be authorized after the approval required by Policy and Regulation 5330.01.

D. Administration of Medical Marijuana

1. The medical marijuana shall only be administered by the primary caregiver and at the approved location, times, and method as indicated in the parent’s request that was approved in writing by the Principal.

2. In accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.22.b.(5), medical marijuana cannot be administered to a qualifying student patient while on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or attending a school-sponsored event by smoking or other form of inhalation.

3. The prescribed medical marijuana must always be in the possession of the primary caregiver and may not be in the possession of the qualifying student patient at any time on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or at a school-sponsored event.

4. The Principal, after consultation with the school nurse, school physician, and the Superintendent, will determine a specific location for the administration of the medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient.

a. The Principal will designate a private area, if possible, for the primary caregiver to administer the medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient. The amount of privacy provided for the administration will depend on the approved method of administration and the designated location. The location may be a nurse’s office, a private office, a private restroom facility, or any other location appropriate for the approved method of administration.

5. The primary caregiver shall report to the approved location prior to the scheduled time for the administration of medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient. The primary caregiver must show the Registry Identification Card and a second form of identification which shall be a photograph identification.

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6. The Principal or supervising school staff member of a school- sponsored event may designate a school staff member to escort the primary caregiver to the qualifying student patient at the designated time to the designated location for the administration.

7. The Principal may designate a school staff member to observe the administration of the medical marijuana on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or at a school-sponsored event.

8. The primary caregiver shall assist in the administration of medical marijuana to the qualifying student patient in accordance with the method and dosage prescribed by the physician and included in the parent’s request to the Principal.

9. The qualifying student patient shall return to his/her class or event as soon as possible after the administration.

10. The primary caregiver will be escorted outside the school building, away from the school bus, or away from the school-sponsored event, if applicable, by a school staff member after the administration.

a. The qualifying student patient and/or primary caregiver may be asked to remain at the location of the administration by the school staff member in the event the student needs some additional time after the administration and before returning to their class or event.

11. The primary caregiver shall be responsible for the security of the medical marijuana on school grounds, aboard a school bus, or at a school-sponsored event before, during, and after the administration. At no time shall the qualifying student patient have the medical marijuana in their possession except during the administration process by the primary caregiver.

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5460 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION

The Board of Education will recognize the successful completion of the secondary school instructional program by the award of a state-endorsed diploma certifying the student has met all state and local requirements for high school graduation. The Board will annually certify to the County Superintendent each student who has been awarded a diploma has met the requirements for graduation.

A. Curriculum Requirements

A graduating student must have earned a minimum of one hundred twenty credits in courses designed to meet all of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards including, but not limited to the following credits:

1. At least twenty credits in language arts literacy aligned to grade nine through twelve standards. Completion of 4 courses, grades 9 through 12, of English Language Arts, earning a total of twenty credits may be earned by completing English I – IV, Honors, English I – IV and a combination of Advanced Placement, English Language and Composition and/or Advanced Placement, English Literature and Composition courses;

2. At least fifteen credits in mathematics, including Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II or the content equivalent (“content equivalent” is defined at N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.3) including geometry or the content equivalent and a third year of mathematics that builds on the concepts and skills of algebra and geometry and that prepares students for college and 21st century careers effective with the 2012-2013 grade nine class;;

3. At least fifteen credits in social studies, including satisfaction of N.J.S.A. 18A:35-1 and 18A:35-2; five credits in world history; 10 credits in United States History courses including the integration of civics, economics, geography, and global content in all course offerings.

4. At least fifteen credits in science, including at least five credits in laboratory biology/life science or the content equivalent one additional laboratory/inquiry-based science course, which shall include chemistry, environmental science, or physics and one additional laboratory/inquiry- based science course effective with 2012-2013 grade nine class;

5. At least three and three-quarters credits in health, safety, and physical education during each year of enrollment, distributed as one hundred fifty minutes per week, as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:35-5, 7 and 8;

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6. At least five credits in visual and performing arts;

7. At least five credits in world languages or student demonstration of proficiency as set forth in N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1(a)2ii(2);

8. At least two and one-half credits in financial, economic, business, and entrepreneurial literacy;

9. Technological literacy, consistent with the Core Curriculum Content Standards, integrated throughout the curriculum

10. At least five credits in 21st century life and careers, or career-technical education

11. Electives as determined by the high school program sufficient to total a minimum of eleven of the one hundred twenty credits required to graduate.

As defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1.3, “credit” is defined as the equivalent of a class period of instruction which meets for a minimum of forty minutes one time per week during the school year. Advanced Placement (AP) and College Credit Courses may fulfill credit completion requirements.

The high school graduation credit requirement may be met in whole or in part through program completion of a range of experiences that enable students to pursue a variety of personalized learning opportunities, as follows:

a. Individualized student learning opportunities in all Core Curriculum Content Standards areas include, but are not limited, to the following:

(1) Independent study;

(2) Online learning;

(3) Work-based programs, internships, apprenticeships;

(4) Study abroad programs;

(5) Student exchange programs; and

(6) Structured learning experiences, including, but not limited to, work-based programs, internships, apprenticeships, and service learning experiences.

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b. Individualized student learning opportunities based upon specific instructional objectives aimed at meeting or exceeding the Core Curriculum Content Standards shall:

(1) Be based on student interest and career goals as reflected in the Personalized Student;

(2) Include demonstration of student competency;

(3) Be certified for completion based on the district process adopted according to 2. below; and

(4) Be on file in the school district and subject to review by the Commissioner or designee.

c. The Principal shall certify completion of curricular activities or programs based upon specified instructional objectives aimed at meeting or exceeding the Core Curriculum Content Standards.

d. Group programs based upon specific instructional objectives aimed at meeting or exceeding the Core Curriculum Content Standards shall be approved in the same manner as other approved courses.

e. Individual programs based upon specific instructional objectives aimed at meeting or exceeding the Core Curriculum Content Standards shall be on file in the local district and subject to review by the Commissioner or his/her designee;

2. The district shall establish a process for granting of credits through successful completion of assessments that verify student achievement in meeting or exceeding the NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards and Core Curriculum State Standards in English Language Arts, Mathematics and Science at the high school level, including standards achieved by means of the individualized student learning opportunities enumerated as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1(a)2. Such programs or assessments may occur all or in part prior to a student’s high school enrollment; no such locally administered assessments shall preclude or exempt student participation in applicable Statewide assessments at grades three through twelve.

a. The district shall choose assessments that are aligned with or exceed the Core Curriculum Content Standards and Core Curriculum State Standards and may include locally designed assessments.

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b. The district shall choose from among the following assessment options to determine if students have achieved the level of world language proficiency designated as Novice-High as defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and recognized as fulfilling the world languages requirement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards:

(1) The Standards-based Measurement of Proficiency (STAMP) online assessment;

(2) The ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) or Modified Oral Proficiency Interview (MOPI); or

(3) Department-approved locally designed competency-based assessments.

3. The district shall establish a process to approve post-secondary learning opportunities that consist of:

(1) Advanced Placement (AP) courses;

(2) the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP); or

(3) concurrent/dual enrollment at accredited higher education institutions.

a. The district shall award credit for successful completion of an approved, accredited college course that assures achievement of knowledge and skills that meets or exceeds the Core Curriculum Content Standards.

B. Additional Graduation Requirements

1. Attendance requirements as indicated in Policy and Regulation 5200.

2. Other requirements established by the Board of Education as indicated below:

Community Service;

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3. Any statutorily mandated requirements for earning a high school diploma; and

4. Any Statewide assessment graduation requirements as determined by the New Jersey Department of Education, and as outlined in C. below.

C. Statewide Assessment Graduation Requirements

1. The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) is transitioning from the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to the Partnership for the Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) Performance- based and End-of-Course assessments for students, including students with disabilities, in the classes of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.

2. Students in the classes of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 will be able to demonstrate proficiencies in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics required by State statute by either meeting the “cut score” on the PARCC assessments or meeting the “cut score” on a substitute assessment or by meeting the criteria of the NJDOE portfolio appeal process.

3. A student with a disability, whose Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) team determines the student is exempt from these requirements, would be required to achieve the alternative proficiency in his/her IEP.

4. The NJDOE has developed “concordant” cut scores for additional substitute assessments. Throughout the next four years the NJDOE will identify additional substitute assessments for all students as they become available and will notify Districts of the passing score of that exam. For the classes of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in both ELA and Mathematics by meeting one of the criteria under English Language Arts and Mathematics as indicated below:

Class of 2016 English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics PARCC ELA Grade 9 > = 750 (Level 4) PARCC Algebra I > = 750 (Level 4) or or PARCC ELA Grade 10 > = 750 (Level 4) PARCC Geometry > = 725 (Level 3) or or PARCC ELA 11 > = 725 (Level 3) PARCC Algebra II > = 725 (Level 3) or or SAT Reading* > = 400 SAT Math*> = 400 or or ACT Reading or ACT Plan Reading > = 16 ACT or ACT Plan Math > = 16 or Or Accuplacer Write Placer > = 6 Accuplacer Elementary Algebra >= 76 or or

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Class of 2016 continued English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics PSAT 10 Reading or PSAT/NMSQT Reading**> = 40 PSAT 10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math**> = 40 or or PSAT 10 Reading or PSAT/NMSQT Reading***> = 22 PSAT 10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math***> = 22 or or ACT Aspire Reading > = 422 ACT Aspire Math > = 422 or Or ASVAB-AFQT Composite > = 31 ASVAB-AFQT Composite > = 31 or Or Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

Note: *SAT taken prior to March 2016; ** PSAT taken prior to October 2015; *** PSAT taken after October 2015. The College Board will establish new “threshold scores” in May 2016 for the new SAT.

Class of 2017, 2018 and 2019 English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics PARCC ELA Grade 9 PARCC Algebra I or or PARCC ELA Grade 10 PARCC Geometry or or PARCC ELA 11 PARCC Algebra II or or SAT Reading SAT Math or or ACT Reading or ACT Plan Reading ACT or ACT Plan Math or or Accuplacer Write Placer Accuplacer Elementary Algebra or or PSAT 10 Reading or PSAT/NMSQT Reading PSAT 10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math or or PSAT 10 Reading or PSAT/NMSQT Reading PSAT 10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math or or ACT Aspire Reading ACT Aspire Math or or ASVAB-AFQT Composite ASVAB-AFQT Composite or or Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

(Proposed) Class of 2020 English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics (Must Take) PARCC ELA Grade 9 (Must Take) PARCC Algebra I and and (Must Take) PARCC ELA Grade 10 (Must Take) PARCC Geometry and and (Must Take) PARCC ELA 11 (Must Take) PARCC Algebra II If passing score not met on any of the 3, then the If passing score not met on any of the 3, then the student can use the following student can use the following SAT Reading SAT Math or or ACT Reading or ACT Plan Reading ACT or ACT Plan Math or or

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(Proposed) Class of 2020 continued English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics Accuplacer Write Placer Accuplacer Elementary Algebra or or PSAT 10 Reading or PSAT/NMSQT Reading PSAT 10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math or or PSAT 10 Reading or PSAT/NMSQT Reading PSAT 10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math or or ACT Aspire Reading ACT Aspire Math or or ASVAB-AFQT Composite ASVAB-AFQT Composite or or Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

(Proposed) Class of 2021 English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics (Must Take) PARCC ELA Grade 9 (Must Take and Pass) PARCC Algebra I and and (Must Take and Pass) PARCC ELA Grade 10 (Must Take) PARCC Geometry and and (Must Take) PARCC ELA 11 (Must Take) PARCC Algebra II If passing score not met on PARCC ELA 10, then the If passing score not met on PARCC Algebra 1, then the student can use the following student can use the following Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

D. Attendance

Regular attendance is required for the successful completion of a course of study and graduation. Students are expected to be present in every scheduled class except as their attendance is excused in accordance with Board Policy Nos. 5200 and 5240. A student absent from a class scheduled for a course of study more than eighteen days on which the class meets shall not receive credit for that course except that a student whose absence is for good cause and has demonstrated the required proficiencies may apply for and receive course credit notwithstanding an excessive number of absences.

E. Students with Disabilities

1. Through the IEP process and pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14-4.11 - Graduation, the district may specify alternate requirements for a State-endorsed diploma for individual students with disabilities as defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.3.

a. District Boards of Education shall specifically address any alternate requirements for graduation in a student’s IEP, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:14-4.11.

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b. District Boards of Education shall develop and implement procedures for assessing whether a student with a disability has met any alternate requirements for graduation individually determined in an IEP.

2. If a student with a disability attends a school other than that of the school district of residence which is empowered to grant a diploma, the student shall have the choice of receiving the diploma of the school attended or the diploma of the school district of residence.

a. If the school the student is attending declines to issue a diploma to the student, the district of residence Board of Education shall issue the student a diploma if the student has satisfied all State and local graduation requirements, as specified in the student’s IEP.

3. Students with disabilities who meet the standards for graduation according to this section shall have the opportunity to participate in graduation exercises and related activities on a nondiscriminatory basis.

4. A student with a disability whose IEP prescribes continued special education programs beyond the fourth year of high school shall be permitted to participate in commencement ceremonies with his/her graduating class and shall receive a certificate of attendance, provided the student has attended four years of high school.

5. When a student with a disability graduates or exceeds the age of eligibility, the student shall be provided a written summary of his or her academic achievement and functional performance prior to the date of the student’s graduation or the conclusion of the school year in which he or she exceeds the age of eligibility. The summary shall include recommendations to assist the child in meeting his or her postsecondary goals.

F. High School Diploma

1. The Board of Education shall award a State-endorsed high school diploma to prospective graduates who have met all of the requirements adopted in accordance with State and local Board of Education requirements.

2. The Board of Education shall not issue a high school diploma to any student not meeting the criteria specified in State and local requirements.

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a. The district shall provide students exiting grade twelve without a diploma the opportunity for continued high school enrollment to age twenty, or until the requirements for a State-endorsed diploma have been met, whichever comes first.

b. The district shall allow any out-of-school individual to age twenty who has otherwise met all State and local graduation requirements, but has failed to meet the Statewide assessment graduation requirements, to return to school at scheduled times for the purpose of meeting the Statewide assessment graduation requirements. Upon certification of meeting these requirements, a State-endorsed diploma shall be granted by the high school of record.

3. The Commissioner of Education shall award a State-issued high school diploma in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.2(c) and (d).

G. Notification

Each student who enters or transfers into the high school and the student’s parent(s) will be provided a copy of the school district’s requirements for a State- endorsed diploma, and the programs to assist students in attaining the state endorsed diploma, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-5.

Each student and his/her parent(s) or legal guardian(s) will be notified during the school year of the student’s progress toward meeting graduation requirements. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of a student who demonstrates significant deficiencies in meeting requirements will be so notified within ten days of the date on which the deficiencies are discovered and will be offered an opportunity for immediate consultation with appropriate teaching staff members.

H. Reporting

The Superintendent, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-7 and 18A:7E-3, shall report annually to the Board of Education and to the Commissioner of Education the number of students who completed the twelfth grade course requirements and were denied a diploma and the number of students who received State endorsed diplomas.

I. The Superintendent shall provide to the Executive County Superintendent the district’s graduation requirements each year they are evaluated through the Quality Single Accountability Continuum (QSAC) and update the filed copy each time the graduation policy and requirements are revised.

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N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-1 et seq.; 18A:35-1; 18A:35-4.9; 18A:35-7; 18A:36-17 N.J.A.C. 6A:8-1 et seq.; 6A:8-5.1; 6A:8-5.2; 6A:14-4.11 et seq.

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8462 REPORTING POTENTIALLY MISSING OR ABUSED CHILDREN

The Board of Education recognizes early detection of missing, abused, or neglected children is important in protecting the health, safety, and welfare of all children. In recognition of the importance of early detection of missing, abused, or neglected children, the Board of Education adopts this Policy pursuant to the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:36-24 and 18A:36-25. The Board provides this Policy for its employees, volunteers, or interns to provide for the early detection of missing, abused, or neglected children through notification of, reporting to, and cooperation with the appropriate law enforcement and child welfare authorities pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-24 and 18A:36-25 and N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.10.

Employees, volunteers, or interns working in the school district shall immediately notify designated child welfare authorities of incidents of alleged missing, abused, and/or neglected children. Reports of incidents of alleged missing, abused, or neglected children shall be reported to the New Jersey State Central Registry (SCR) at 1-877 NJ ABUSE or to any other telephone number designated by the appropriate child welfare authorities. If the child is in immediate danger a call shall be placed to 911 as well as to the SCR.

The person having reason to believe that a child may be missing or may have been abused or neglected may, inform the Principal or other designated school official(s) prior to notifying designated child welfare authorities if the action will not delay immediate notification. The person notifying designated child welfare authorities shall inform the Principal or other designated school official(s) of the notification, if such had not occurred prior to the notification. Notice to the Principal or other designated school official(s) need not be given when the person believes that such notice would likely endanger the reporter or student involved or when the person believes that such disclosure would likely result in retaliation against the student or in discrimination against the reporter with respect to his or her employment.

The Principal or other designated school official(s) upon being notified by a person having reason to believe that a child may be missing or may have been abused or neglected, must notify appropriate law enforcement authorities. Notification to appropriate law enforcement authorities shall be made for all reports by employees, volunteers, or interns working in the school district. Confirmation by another person is not required for a school district employee, volunteer, or intern to report the suspected missing, abused, or neglected child situation.

School district officials will cooperate with designated child welfare and law enforcement authorities in all investigations of potentially missing, abused, or neglected children in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1(a)5.

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The district designates the Division of Operations as the school district’s liaison to designated child welfare authorities to act as the primary contact person between the school district and child welfare authorities with regard to general information sharing and the development of mutual training and other cooperative efforts. The district designates the Division of Operations as the school district’s liaison to law enforcement authorities to act as the primary contact person between the school district and law enforcement authorities, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.2(b)1, consistent with the Memorandum of Understanding, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.2(b)13.

An employee, volunteer, or intern working in the school district who has been named as a suspect in a notification to child welfare and law enforcement authorities regarding a missing, abused, or neglected child situation shall be entitled to due process rights, including those rights defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1(a)9.

The Division of Operations shall provide training to school district employees, volunteers, and/or interns on the district’s policy and procedures for reporting allegations of missing, abused, or neglected child situations. All new school district employees, volunteers, or interns working in the district shall receive the required information and training as part of their orientation.

There shall be no reprisal or retaliation against any person who, in good faith, reports or causes a report to be made of a potentially missing, abused, or neglected child situation pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.13.

Any employee, volunteer, or intern with reasonable cause to suspect or believe that a student has attempted or contemplated suicide shall report the information to the Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, in a form and manner prescribed by the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services pursuant to N.J.S.A. 30:9A-24.a.

N.J.S.A. 18A:36-24; 18A:36-25 et. seq. N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1

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R 8462 REPORTING POTENTIALLY MISSING OR ABUSED CHILDREN

A. Definitions

1. An “abused child” as defined in N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, is a child under the age of eighteen years whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s), or other person having his/her custody and control:

a. Inflicts or allows to be inflicted upon such child physical injury by other than accidental means which causes or creates a substantial risk of death, or serious or protracted disfigurement, or protracted impairment of physical or emotional health or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily organ;

b. Creates or allows to be created a substantial or ongoing risk of physical injury to such child by other than accidental means which would be likely to cause death or serious protracted disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily organ;

c. Commits or allows to be committed an act of sexual abuse against the child;

d. Or a child whose physical, mental, or emotional condition has been impaired or is in imminent danger of becoming impaired as the result of the failure of his/her parent or guardian, or other person having his/her custody and control, to exercise a minimum degree of care (1) in supplying the child with adequate food, clothing, shelter, education, medical or surgical care though financially able to do so or though offered financial or other reasonable means to do so or (2) in providing the child the proper supervision or guardianship, by unreasonably inflicting or allowing to be inflicted harm, or substantial risk thereof, including the infliction of excessive corporal punishment or using excessive physical restraint under circumstances which do not indicate that the child’s behavior is harmful to himself/herself, others or property, or by any other act of similarly serious nature requiring the aid of the court;

e. Or a child who has been willfully abandoned by his/her parent or legal guardian, or such other person having his/her custody and control; or

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f. Or a child who is in an institution as defined under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 and (1) has been so placed inappropriately for a continued period of time with the knowledge that the placement has resulted and may continue to result in harm to the child’s mental or physical well- being or (2) has been willfully isolated from ordinary social contact under circumstances which indicate emotional or social deprivation.

A child shall not be considered abused under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9 if the acts or omissions described therein occur in a day school as defined in N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21.

2. An “Intern” means a post-secondary student or graduate student in a professional field gaining supervised practical experience.

B. Indications of Child Abuse and/or Neglect

1. The suspicion of child abuse and/or neglect may be based on the complaints of the child or on the direct observations of the employee, volunteer, or intern. A person should suspect child abuse and/or neglect when certain conditions appear to be present. The conditions may be, but are not limited to, whenever:

a. There is evidence of physical injury to a student not likely to have been caused by an accident, regardless of the student’s explanation of the injury;

b. A student complains of having been injured or having been sexually molested, with or without external signs of physical injury;

c. A student appears to be malnourished;

d. A student’s general condition indicates a persistent want of care, such as clothing inadequate for the weather, inadequate hygiene, lack of sleep, decayed and broken teeth, and the like;

e. A student complains of or indicates by other means that he/she has been subjected to threats or emotional abuse;

f. A student is excessively apprehensive, fearful, withdrawn, or aggressive;

g. A student is afraid to go home after school or arrives to school unreasonably early;

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h. A parent or the caretaker of a child admits having abused the child;

i. The removal from school by the parent or guardian, or other person having custody and control of the child that may be an indicator of additional grievous abuses; or

j. School district personnel have any other reason to believe that a child has been subject to child abuse and/or neglect, to include but not limited to, physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, educational abuse, and education neglect.

C. Notification Requirements for School District Employees, Volunteers or Interns

1. Employees, volunteers, or interns working in the school district shall immediately notify designated child welfare authorities of incidents of alleged missing, abused, or neglected children.

a. The person having reason to believe that a child may be missing or may have been abused or neglected may, inform the Principal or other designated school official(s) prior to notifying designated child welfare authorities if the action will not delay immediate notification.

b. The person notifying designated child welfare authorities shall inform the Principal or other designated school official(s) of the notification, if such had not occurred prior to the notification.

(1) Notice to the Principal or other designated school official(s) need not be given when the person believes the notice would likely endanger the reporter or student involved or when the person believes the disclosure would likely result in retaliation against the student or in discrimination against the reporter with respect to his or her employment.

2. Reports of incidents of alleged missing, abused, or neglected children shall be reported to the New Jersey State Central Registry (SCR) at 1-877 NJ ABUSE or to any other telephone number designated by the appropriate child welfare authorities. If the child is in immediate danger a call shall be placed to 911 as well as to the SCR.

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D. School District’s Notification to Law Enforcement

1. The Principal or other designated school official(s) upon being notified by a person having reason to believe that a child may be missing or may have been abused or neglected, must notify appropriate law enforcement authorities of incidents of potentially missing, abused, or neglected child situations.

a. Notification procedures to child welfare authorities and law enforcement authorities regarding alleged incidents of missing, abused, neglected children shall be consistent with the Memorandum of Agreement between education and law enforcement authorities pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.2(b)13.

b. Notification to appropriate law enforcement authorities shall be made for all reports by employees, volunteers, or interns working in the school district.

(1) The notification to appropriate law enforcement authorities on behalf of a student attending a receiving school shall be made to the law enforcement authorities identified in the receiving school’s Memorandum of Agreement as required by N.J.A.C. 6A:16-6.2(b)13.

2. Confirmation by another person is not required for a school district employee, volunteer, or intern to report the suspected missing, abused, or neglected child situation.

E. School District Cooperation with Designated Law Enforcement Authorities

1. The school district will cooperate with designated child welfare and law enforcement authorities in all investigations of potentially missing, abused, or neglected children.

a. Accommodations shall be made permitting the child welfare and law enforcement investigators to interview the student in the presence of the Principal or other designated school official(s).

(1) If the student is intimidated by the presence of the school representative, the student shall be requested to name an employee, volunteer, or intern working in the school district whom he or she feels will be supportive, and who will be allowed to accompany the student during the interview.

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b. District administrative and/or supervisory staff members will assist designated child welfare and law enforcement authorities in scheduling interviews with any employee, volunteer, or intern working in the school district who may have information relevant to the investigation.

c. In accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1(a)5.iii., the district will release all records of the student who is the subject of the investigation that are deemed to be relevant to the assessment or treatment of a potentially missing, abused, or neglected child pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-19, N.J.S.A. 9:8-8.40 and allowable under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 34 CFR Part 99.

d. In accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1(a)5.iv., the district will ensure the maintenance, security, and release of all confidential information about potential missing, abused, or neglected child situations is in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:36-19, N.J.S.A. 9:8-8.40 and N.J.A.C. 6A:32-7.

(1) All information regarding allegations of potentially missing, abused, or neglected children reported to authorities about an employee, volunteer, or intern working in the school district shall be considered confidential and may be disclosed only as required in order to cooperate in investigations pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1(a)2. and 3. or by virtue of a Court Order. Records pertaining to such information shall be maintained in a secure location separate from other employee personnel records and accessible only to the Superintendent or designee.

e. In accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-11.1(a)5.v., the district will release the student to child welfare authorities while school is in session when it is necessary to protect the student or take the student to a service provider.

(1) Such removal shall take place only after the Principal, or other designated school official(s), has been provided, either in advance or at the time removal is sought, with appropriate documentation that the child welfare authority has already removed, or has appropriate authority to remove, the student from his or her home, as specified in N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.27 through 8.30.

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f. The district will cooperate in the transfer of a student who has been removed from his or her home by designated child welfare authorities for proper care and protection pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.28 and 8.29 to another school.

F. Due Process Rights of a School Employee, Volunteer, or Intern Named As a Suspect

1. An employee, volunteer, or intern working in the school district who has been named as a suspect in a notification to child welfare and law enforcement authorities regarding a missing, abused, or neglected child situation shall be entitled to due process rights.

2. Temporary reassignment or suspension of an employee, volunteer, or intern working in the school district named as a suspect pursuant to N.J.S.A. 6A:16- 11.1(a)2 shall occur only if there is reason to believe that the life or health of the alleged victim or other student is in jeopardy due to continued contact between the employee, volunteer, or intern and the student.

3. All references to a notification to the designated child welfare authorities of a potential missing, abused, or neglected child situation involving a school district employee, shall be removed from the employee's personnel records immediately following the receipt of an official notice from child welfare authorities that the allegation was unfounded pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7a.

Adopted: 12 January 2010 Adopted: 14 October 2014 Adopted: