SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL BOARD OF EDUCATION

M I N U T E S

April 17, 2019

District Office 7:00 pm

CORE VALUES

We Believe:

 That all children can learn.  In educating the whole child so he/she can meet the District’s Standards.  In focusing on student achievement.  In providing a comprehensive and enriched curriculum for all students reflecting the needs and available resources of the community.  That the combined commitment of the Board of Education, staff, families, students, and community is the key to educational success.

MISSION STATEMENT

Preparing successful contributing citizens of the world through school, family and community partnerships, while addressing the diverse needs of all students. MINUTES Board of Education Meeting – April 17, 2019 2

CALL TO ORDER

The Regular Meeting of the South Colonie Board of Education was called to order by Board President, Mr. Sim at 7:00 pm.

1. ROLL CALL

Members Present: Jamie Blot Colleen Gizzi James T. Ryan Stephanie Cogan Neil Johanning Edward Sim Rose Gigliello David Kiehle

Members Excused: Brian Casey

Also Present: Jonathan Buhner, Superintendent of Schools Tim Backus, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Sherri Fisher, Assistant Superintendent for Management Services & Strategic Planning David Perry, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Safe Schools & IT

2. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG

Board President, Mr. Sim led the pledge to the flag.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

A motion was made by Ms. Gigliello and seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 3, 2019 be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

4. NEW BUSINESS

Mr. Kiehle reported that the Athletic Hall of Fame Selection Committee met on April 4. Several suggestions for consideration were made. The next meeting is scheduled for May 8. Mr. Kiehle also reported that he attended the High School Choral and Chamber Singer concerts, the Sand Creek production of “Willy Wonka”, and the Multicultural Festival at the High School.

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5. OLD BUSINESS

Mr. Ryan asked about the status of the NYSSBA music presentation. Mr. Backus reported that the application has been sent to NYSSBA but we have not yet received a response whether our student group has been selected to participate.

6. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS

A. Graduation/Hall of Fame Committee

In the Committee Chair’s absence, Mr. Buhner provided a report on the Graduation/ Hall of Fame Committee meeting that was held on April 9, 2019.

7. REPORTS FOR INFORMATION AND STUDY

A. District Video Camera Project

Mr. Buhner, Superintendent of Schools and Dr. Perry, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Safe Schools & IT provided an update on the installation of video cameras District-wide.

B. 2019-2020 Budget Development

Sherri Fisher, Assistant Superintendent for Management Services & Strategic Planning provided a report on the final draft of the 2019-2020 budget. The Board took action to adopt the budget on Item #18 of this agenda.

8. COMMUNICATIONS

A. Requests to Speak

Laura Mandel, Parent, addressed the Board regarding the District’s participation in High School. She stated that two students had gone through the application process with hopes of attending. She asked the Board if there was any way they could review the budget to reconsider funding for this program. Mr. Sim and Mr. Buhner responded with rationale for the decision to remove the TVHS program from the budget. Ms. Mandel asked the Board to look at discretionary spending.

9. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION

The Superintendent recommends approval of the following:

A. Committee on Special Education

Placements as indicated on the attached sheets. MINUTES Board of Education Meeting – April 17, 2019 4

B. In-Service Courses (Pages 16-18)

Approval of in-service courses as per attached list. Interested staff may register for courses on PD Express.

C. Agreements

1. Approval of an agreement with Building Better Futures, LLC, 26 Fairway Court, Voorheesville, NY 12186 and South Colonie Central School District for the purpose of increasing the 2018-2019 service hours from 26 hours to 33 hours for in-classroom coaching and behavioral support for the self-contained classroom and other classrooms as needed. The additional seven (7) hours of service will be at the rate of $145.00 for a total amount of $1,015.00.

2. Approval of a revised agreement with North Greenbush Common School District, 48 North Greenbush Road, Troy, NY 12180 and South Colonie Central School District to provide Academic Intervention Services (AIS) for Title I, Part A Programs to qualified students at eligible private schools in the South Colonie School District attendance area. The term of the agreement shall be from September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. The North Greenbush Common School District agrees to employ tutors as third party contractors to deliver the AIS services. The per pupil expense is increased from $231.29 per pupil to $264.19 per pupil due to unforeseen staffing changes.

D. Transportation Contracts

1. Approval of a 31-day emergency contract with Star & Strand Transportation, Inc., 360 5th Avenue, Troy, 12182, for Route 2018-3 to Hillcrest Educational Center, 400 Columbus Avenue, Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201. Transportation is to begin April 1, 2019 and end May 1, 2019. The daily rate is $249.00. The total anticipated cost is $4,482.00.

2. Approval of a transportation contract with Star & Strand Transportation, Inc., 360 5th Avenue, Troy, New York 12182, for Route 2018-3 to Hillcrest Educational Center, 400 Columbus Avenue, Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201. Transportation is to begin April 18, 2019 and end June 21, 2019. The daily rate is $249.00. The total anticipated cost is $11,205.00.

E. Proposal

Acceptance of a proposal from CBIZ Valuation Group, LLC, 1009 Lenox Drive, Suite 105, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648, in the amount of $2,020.00 for annual Capital Asset Reporting and Property Insurance Updating Services for the District fixed assets.

F. Health Insurance Premium Rates

1. Approval of the premium rates for the Blue Shield of Northeastern New York (BSNENY) Health Insurance Plans for the period of July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 based on the attached sheet. MINUTES Board of Education Meeting – April 17, 2019 5

2. Approval of the premium rates for the Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP) health insurance plans for the period of July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 based on the attached sheet.

G. Initial Service Request

Approval of the 2019-2020 Capital Region BOCES initial service request form in the amount of $3,053,618.93.

H. Certified Election Inspector Rates

Approval of compensation rates for Certified Election Inspectors for the Annual District Meeting to be held on May 21, 2019 per Board of Education Policy 9291. Each Certified Election Inspector shall be selected from the list provided by the Albany County Board of Elections and/or the District Substitute List and shall be provided a required training session prior to the day of the vote. Compensation shall be at the rate of $150.00 for services rendered on the day of the vote and $25.00 for the required training.

I. Declare As Surplus

1. One (1) 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Utility Truck with 8 foot Meyers Diamond Plow, VIN# 3b6kf26z9xm590185, Asset# M991, Mileage 101,178. Item is in poor physical condition; runs and moves with some mechanical issues.

2. One (1) 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Utility truck with 8 foot Meyers Diamond Plow, VIN# 3b6mf36521m284237, Asset# M012, Mileage 85,111. Item is in poor physical condition; runs and moves.

3. One (1) 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Utility Truck with 8 foot Meyers Diamond Plow, VIN# 3b6mf36561m575131, Asset# M013, Mileage 61,452. Item is in poor physical condition; runs and moves, plow needs to be welded due to a cracked frame.

4. One (1) 2005 7-passenger Chrysler Minivan, VIN# 1C4GP45R25B232975, Asset# IT052, Mileage 137,896. Item is in poor physical condition; runs and moves.

5. One (1) 2005 7-passenger Dodge Minivan, VIN# 1D8GP25R87B228552, Asset# T071, Mileage 130,216. Item is in poor physical condition; runs and moves.

J. Budget Transfers

Approval of budget transfers as per attached sheet.

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K. Donations

1. Donation from Latham Community Baptist Church, 109 Forts Ferry Road, Latham, NY 12110, of (80) hygiene kits, valued at $640.00.

2. Donation from Colonie Track & Field Booster Club, 100 Hackett Avenue, Albany, NY 12205 to Colonie Central High School Athletic Department in the amount of $32.26 to be used for Girls Track awards.

3. Donation from Colonie Boys Lacrosse Booster Club, 26 Culver Avenue, Albany, NY 12205 to Colonie Central High School Athletic Department in the amount of $600.00 to be used for the Boys Lacrosse program.

L. Re-Appropriation of the 2018-2019 Budget

Re-appropriation of the 2018-2019 budget in the amount of $632.00. The total re- appropriated budget is $102,544,258.

M. Claims Auditor Report – January, 2019 to March, 2019

A motion was made by Mr. Johanning and seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the above stated Reports and Recommendations be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

10. PERSONNEL – INSTRUCTION (Pages 19-21)

A motion was made by Ms. Gigliello and seconded by Ms. Gizzi, that the Instructional Personnel changes listed on the attached sheets dated April 17, 2019 be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

11. PERSONNEL – SUPPORT (Pages 22-24)

The Board recognized the following staff member (Item #11-A-1), who plans to retire in September, for her years of service to the District.

 Maryann Delucia, 20 years

A motion was made by Ms. Blot and seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the Support Personnel changes listed on the attached sheets dated April 17, 2019 be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

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12. RESOLUTION FOR ATHLETIC COOPERATIVE – SECTION 2 SUBURBAN COUNCIL GIRLS VARSITY SWIMMING & DIVING TEAM MERGER

Approval of a resolution authorizing the merger of the Schenectady City School District Section 2 Suburban Council Girls Varsity Swimming & Diving Team with South Colonie Central School District and authorization for the Superintendent of Schools to execute an Intermunicipal Agreement with the Schenectady City School District.

A motion was made by Ms. Gigliello and seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the above stated Resolution be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

13. RESOLUTION – ACQUISITION & FINANCING OF NETWORK COPIERS/ PRINTERS THROUGH CR BOCES

WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District (hereinafter referred to as the “District”) desires to enter into a four (4) year service agreement with the Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Board of Cooperative Educational Services (hereinafter referred to as “CR BOCES”) in order for the CR BOCES to furnish certain services to the District pursuant to New York State Education Law §1950(4)(jj), those services encompassing the acquisition and financing of twenty-five (25) network copiers/printers and related service fees under BOCES Co-Ser 604.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District agrees to enter into a contract with the CR BOCES for the provision of said services to the District and not to exceed in total over the life of this agreement the annual amount of $45,000.00 and the total 4-year amount of $180,000.00 and associated CR BOCES charges with such amount to include annual CR BOCES support costs and applicable taxes and surcharges, and with such support costs and applicable taxes and surcharges included at the current rate and subject to change as established in the CR BOCES budget or mandated by any federal, state or local authority; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this amount may be amended with the approval of both parties. The District will be liable to CR BOCES for early cancellation or withdrawal from this agreement to the same extent that CR BOCES is liable to any vendor(s) of these services, including liability for applicable penalties or liquidated damages, and the District will also be liable for costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and disbursements, incurred by CR BOCES as consequence of any such early cancellation or withdrawal. The District further agrees to indemnify, defend and hold BOCES, its elected officials, its employees, and agents, harmless from any and all liability, claims including bodily injury or property damage, causes of action, damages and expenses, including attorney fees, which may arise out of the negligent actions of the District, its elected officials, employees, agents, invitees, and volunteers while using this service; and

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that payment will be made as part of a regular annual CR BOCES contract for services. Further, this agreement is subject to the approval of the Board of Education of CR BOCES. This contract will be for a maximum period of four (4) years commencing on or about June 1, 2019 and continuing through June 1, 2023; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept NERIC Proposal SCOL1910 for the replacement of twenty five (25) network printers/copiers. The estimated annual net cost for equipment and maintenance is $30,963.16 (total estimated annual cost of $72,007.35 minus estimated BOCES aid of $41,044.19) for four years, as per the attached proposal; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to execute all necessary paperwork.

A motion was made by Ms. Gizzi and seconded by Mr. Johanning, that the above stated Resolution be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

14. CR BOCES – ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET VOTE

RESOLVED, that the Board of Cooperative Educational Services of Albany-Schoharie- Schenectady-Saratoga Counties be authorized to expend the sums set forth in the Administrative Budget document in the total amount of $11,909,690 during the school year 2019-2020 and to raise such sum by assessments to component school districts, non- component school districts, other BOCES and other sources as required by law.

X Yes No

A motion was made by Ms. Gigliello and seconded by Ms. Gizzi, that the Board of Education vote “Yes” on the proposed BOCES Administrative Budget Vote Resolution.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

15. CR BOCES – ELECTION BALLOT FOR BOARD MEMBERS

The persons identified below have been nominated to serve on the Board of Education of the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) of Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady- Saratoga Counties. Each component school district Board of Education may cast one vote each for up to four (4) individual candidates, but there is no statutory requirement that they cast one (1) vote per vacancy. Only one vote may be cast for any one candidate. Four (4) positions for the term of three (3) years.

X Mr. Kevin Kutzscher 158 Beechwood Road Sharon Springs, New York 13459 Home District: Sharon Springs Central School District MINUTES Board of Education Meeting – April 17, 2019 9

X Mrs. Heather Soroka rd 904 23 Street Watervliet, New York 12189 Home District: Watervliet City School District

X Mrs. Rose Surman 115 Chapel Street Cobleskill, New York 12043 Home District: Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School District

X Mr. Matthew Tedeschi 3575 State Route 85 Westerlo, New York 12193 Home District: Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District

A motion was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Cogan, that the Board of Education cast one Election Ballot Vote for each of the four of the above stated candidates.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

16. RESOLUTION – NOTICE OF ANNUAL DISTRICT MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, New York, that the Annual District Meeting of the qualified voters of said school district will be held at the places hereinafter set forth on the 21st day of May, 2019 for the purpose of voting by machine upon the propositions hereinafter set forth. Polls for the purpose of voting will be kept open between the hours of 11:00 am and 9:00 pm.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a Public Budget Hearing for the inhabitants of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, qualified to vote at school meetings in said District will be held at the Saddlewood Elementary School on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at 7:00 pm for the discussion of the expenditure of funds and the proposed budget for the 2019-2020 school year and the transaction of such business as is authorized by New York State Education Law.

Proposition #1 – Annual Operating Budget

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, New York be authorized to expend sums as set forth in the annual operating budget for the 2019-2020 school year and to levy the necessary tax therefor.

Proposition #2 – School Bus Purchase

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:

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RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, New York, is hereby authorized to purchase and expend therefore, including costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, an amount not to exceed the estimated maximum cost of one million eighty-two thousand seven hundred dollars ($1,082,700.00), and for a term not to exceed five (5) years, the following motor vehicles: seven (7) 66-passenger buses, one (1) 35-passenger bus, one (1) 6-passenger minivan/bus, and one (1) 6-passenger utility vehicle/bus; and that such sum, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property of said school district and collected in annual installments as provided by Section 416 of the New York State Education Law; and that in anticipation of such tax, obligations of said school district shall be issued.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the aforesaid proposition will appear on the ballot for the voting machines used at such Annual District Meeting in the following abbreviated form:

Abbreviated Form of Proposition

Shall the proposition set forth in the notice of this meeting authorizing the purchase of school buses, at an estimated cost not to exceed $1,082,700.00; and providing that such sum, or so much thereof as shall be necessary, shall be raised by a tax levy to be collected in annual installments, with District obligations to be issued in anticipation thereof, be approved?

Proposition #3 – School Safety Capital Improvement Project

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, New York, is hereby authorized to purchase and expend therefore, including costs incidental thereto, an amount not to exceed the estimated maximum cost of seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($750,000.00) for capital improvements related to the upgrade of the Fire Alarm and Public Address Systems in various District instructional buildings and the upgrade of the Sound System in the Colonie Central High School Multi-Use Gymnasium; and that the cost of said capital improvements shall be financed by the General Fund Capital Reserve of the District at no added cost to taxpayers.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the aforesaid proposition will appear on the ballot for the voting machines used at such Annual District Meeting in the following abbreviated form:

Abbreviated Form of Proposition

Shall the proposition set forth in the notice of this meeting authorizing capital improvements for the upgrade of the Fire Alarm and Public Address Systems in various District instructional buildings and the upgrade of the Sound System in the Colonie Central High School Multi-Use Gymnasium, at an estimated cost not to exceed $750,000.00; and providing that such sum, or so much thereof as shall be necessary, shall be financed from the General Fund Capital Reserve of the District at no added cost to taxpayers, be approved?

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NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that absentee ballots shall be made available in accordance with the provisions of Section 2018-a of the New York State Education Law and that applications for such absentee ballots may be applied for at the office of the District Clerk, 102 Loralee Drive, Albany, New York 12205. Any such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the date of the aforesaid annual vote if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before such aforesaid annual vote, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Education shall make a list of all persons to whom absentee voter ballots shall have been issued and such list shall be filed in the office of the District Clerk where it shall be available for public inspection during regular office hours until the date of the aforesaid annual vote. In addition, such list shall also be posted in a conspicuous place or places during the hours of such annual vote, and any qualified voter may challenge the acceptance of the absentee voter’s ballot of any person on such list by making his or her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the inspectors of election before the close of the polls.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that, in accordance with the provisions of §2014 and §2606 of the New York State Education Law, registration of voters will occur between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:30 pm, no later than May 14, 2019. All registration shall take place at the office of the District Clerk, 102 Loralee Drive, Albany, New York 12205.

School Board Elections

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education may be filed at the office of the District Clerk, 102 Loralee Drive, Albany, New York 12205, between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:30 pm. The final deadline for submission of petitions nominating candidates shall be 5:00 pm on April 22, 2019.

The following vacancies are to be filled on the Board of Education:

 Member for five (5) year term expiring June 30, 2024 to succeed David Kiehle seat.  Member for five (5) year term expiring June 30, 2024 to succeed James (Tim) Ryan seat.  Member for three (3) year term expiring June 30, 2022 to succeed Leonard Motto seat.

Each vacancy is a separate and specific office and a separate petition is required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. Each petition must be directed to the District Clerk, must be signed by at least twenty-six (26) qualified voters of the District (at least 25 signatures or equal to two percent of the voters who voted in the previous annual election, whichever is greater) with their addresses and must state the name and residence of the candidate and must describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated, including at least the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent.

Voting on Proposition #1, Annual Operating Budget; Proposition #2, School Bus Purchase; Proposition #3, School Safety Capital Improvement Project; and election of three members of the Board of Education will be held at Forest Park Elementary School, Roessleville Elementary School, Saddlewood Elementary School, Shaker Road Elementary School and Veeder Elementary School on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, between the hours of 11:00 am and 9:00 pm. Qualified voters may cast a ballot at any of the polling places. MINUTES Board of Education Meeting – April 17, 2019 12

A motion was made by Ms. Blot and seconded by Ms. Gizzi, that the above stated Resolution be adopted.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

17. RESOLUTION – APPOINTMENT OF ELECTION PERSONNEL

WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, New York, has called an Annual District Meeting of the qualified voters of said School District to be held on the 21st day of May, 2019; and

WHEREAS, it is now desired to provide for the appointment of Permanent Chairpersons, Chief Election Inspectors, and Election Inspectors for said Annual District Meeting at each polling place;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of the South Colonie Central School District, Albany County, New York, as follows:

Section 1. The following named individuals are hereby appointed as Permanent Chairpersons of the Annual District Meeting referred to in the preambles hereof:

DeNeen Bogdanowicz Nancy Fahd Deborah Galdun Linda Kennedy Cindy Lupe

Section 2. The following named individuals are hereby appointed as Chief Election Inspectors of the Annual District Meeting referred to in the preambles hereof:

LeeAnn Dunn Shirley Kelty Susan O’Brien Kathie Wilson JoElla Ziele

Section 3. The following named individuals are hereby appointed to act as Election Inspectors of the Annual District Meeting referred to in the preambles hereof:

Jennifer Casabonne Beverly Limmer David Stark Jane Cuddeback Jamie Mroczko Joanne Taylor James Haughney Emily O’Brien Matthew Veino Madonna Katsares Tracey Stammel Timothy Wright

Sandra Cade Susan Gebauer Carolyn Meyer Audrey Frost Angela Johnston

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Section 4. Each Permanent Chairperson, Chief Election Inspector, and Election Inspector appointed for said Annual District Meeting, as herein provided, shall serve at the agreed-upon rate of compensation. The Clerk of said School District is hereby authorized and directed to give written notice of appointment to the persons herein respectively appointed as Permanent Chairpersons, Chief Election Inspectors, and Election Inspectors for said Annual District Meeting.

Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

A motion was made by Ms. Gigliello and seconded by Mr. Johanning, that the above stated Resolution be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

18. ADOPTION OF ANNUAL BUDGET – 2019-2020

RESOLVED, that the 2019-2020 Annual Budget that was developed through a series of work sessions from January, 2019 through April, 2019 be presented for adoption.

A motion was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Cogan, that the above stated 2019- 2020 Budget in the amount of $104,879,374 be adopted.

The roll call vote of Board of Education members was as follows:

Yes Jamie Blot Yes Rose Gigliello Yes David Kiehle Excused Brian Casey Yes Colleen Gizzi Yes James T. Ryan Yes Stephanie Cogan Yes Neil Johanning Yes Edward Sim

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

19. SCHOOL BUS PURCHASE PROPOSITION

RESOLVED, that a Proposition for the Purchase of School Buses in an amount not to exceed $1,082,700 be placed on the ballot for voter approval on May 21, 2019, pursuant to a resolution adopted by the Board of Education on April 17, 2019.

A motion was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Blot, that the above stated School Bus Purchase Proposition be approved.

The roll call vote of Board of Education members was as follows:

Yes Jamie Blot Yes Rose Gigliello Yes David Kiehle Excused Brian Casey Yes Colleen Gizzi Yes James T. Ryan Yes Stephanie Cogan Yes Neil Johanning Yes Edward Sim

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0 MINUTES Board of Education Meeting – April 17, 2019 14

20. SCHOOL SAFETY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PROPOSITION

RESOLVED, that a Proposition for the School Safety Capital Improvement Project in an amount not to exceed $750,000.00 be placed on the ballot for voter approval on May 21, 2019, pursuant to a resolution adopted by the Board of Education on April 17, 2019.

A motion was made by Mr. Johanning and seconded by Ms. Gigliello, that the above stated School Safety Capital Improvement Project Proposition be approved.

The roll call vote of Board of Education members was as follows:

Yes Jamie Blot Yes Rose Gigliello Yes David Kiehle Excused Brian Casey Yes Colleen Gizzi Yes James T. Ryan Yes Stephanie Cogan Yes Neil Johanning Yes Edward Sim

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

21. REAL PROPERTY TAX REPORT CARD – 2019-2020

A motion was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Blot, that the attached 2019-2020 Real Property Tax Report Card be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

22. RESOLUTIONS

Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month – May, 2019 National Physical Education & Sports Week – May 1-7, 2019 National Teacher Appreciation Week – May 6-10, 2019 National School Nurse Day – May 8, 2019

A motion was made by Ms. Gigliello and seconded by Ms. Gizzi, that the above stated Resolutions be approved.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

23. FUTURE MEETINGS

 April 19 District Closed – Good Friday  April 22-26 Spring Recess – No School  April 29 Policy Committee – 6:00 pm – District Office  May 3 Athletic Hall of Fame Committee – 9:00 am – District Office  May 6 Accountability & BOE Operations Committee – 6:00 pm – District Office

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 May 7 District Communications Committee – 6:00 pm – Saddlewood Elementary Public Hearing, 2019-2020 Budget – 7:00 pm – Saddlewood Elementary Board of Education Meeting – immediately following Public Hearing  May 10 Transportation Committee – 7:30 am – Farmer Boy Diner  May 17 Facilities Committee – 7:30 am – Farmer Boy Diner  May 18 iCARE RaiderFest – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Colonie Central High School  May 20 Policy Committee – 6:00 pm – District Office  May 21 Annual Budget Vote & School Board Elections – 11:00 am to 9:00 pm  May 23 CAPSBA Meeting – 6:00 pm – Location TBD  May 24 District Closed – Contingency Day  May 27 District Closed – Memorial Day  May 28 Strategic Planning Committee – 6:00 pm – District Office

EXECUTIVE SESSION

A motion was made by Ms. Blot and seconded by Mr. Ryan, to enter Executive Session to discuss fiscal and employment matters relating to particular persons.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

The Board entered into Executive Session at 8:04 pm.

A motion was made by Mr. Ryan and seconded by Ms. Gizzi, to adjourn Executive Session.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

The Board adjourned Executive Session at 8:47 pm.

24. ADJOURN MEETING

A motion was made by Mr. Johanning and seconded by Mr. Ryan, that the Regular Meeting be adjourned.

8 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Vote Carried: 8 – 0 – 0

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education was adjourned at 8:48 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Sherri L.D. Fisher District Clerk Pro-Tem

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9. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION

B. In-Service Courses

Course Number: 2018-19#251 Title: NYSTC Activity Part 1: Professional Conversations to Engage Teachers – The Launch into Accomplished Practice Credit Hours: 3.00 Sponsor: GCRTC and NYSTC Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Gina Mooney Dates: April 30, 2019

Course Number: 2018-19#252 Title: NYSTC Activity Part 2: Professional Conversations to Engage Teachers – Incorporating Interest, Abilities, and Knowledge Credit Hours: 3.00 Sponsor: GCRTC and NYSTC Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Gina Mooney Dates: May 2, 2019

Course Number: 2018-19#253 Title: NYSTC Activity Part 3: Professional Conversations to Engage Teachers – The Architecture of Accomplished Teaching and Student Feedback Credit Hours: 3.00 Sponsor: GCRTC and NYSTC Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Gina Mooney Dates: May 9, 2019

Course Number: 2018-19#254 Title: NYSTC Activity Part 4: Professional Conversations to Engage Teachers – Crosswalking Core 2 and the Learning Environment Standards Credit Hours: 3.00 Sponsor: GCRTC and NYSTC Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Gina Mooney Dates: May 14, 2019

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Course Number: 2018-19#255 Title: NYSTC Activity: Growth Mindset for Mathematics and Your Teaching Philosophy Credit Hours: 1.00 Sponsor: NYSTC Technology Committee and Teachers Center Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Elizabeth Bell Dates: April 1, 2019

Course Number: 2018-19#256 Title: Saddlewood March and April Book Club Credit Hours: 10.00 Sponsor: South Colonie Central School District Time: Online Location: Online Proposed by: Tara Martin Dates: April 1, 2019 to April 30, 2019

Course Number: 2018-19#257 Title: Lucy Calkins Webinar (Archived from March 7) Credit Hours: 1.00 Sponsor: South Colonie Central School District Time: 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Jennifer Wells Dates: April 8, 2019 to May 10, 2019

Course Number: 2018-19#258 Title: Lucy Calkins Webinar (Archived from April 4) Credit Hours: 1.00 Sponsor: South Colonie Central School District Time: 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm Location: Online Proposed by: Jennifer Wells Dates: April 8, 2019 to May 10, 2019

Course Number: 2019-20#03 Title: Book Study: This is Disciplinary Literacy – Reading, Writing, Thinking and Doing...Content Area by Content Area Credit Hours: 15.00 Sponsor: Greater Capital Region Teacher Center Time: Online Location: Online Proposed by: Gina Nassivera Dates: July 17, 2019 to August 14, 2019

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Course Number: 2019-20#04 Title: Full Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) Summer Training 2019 Credit Hours: 28.00 Sponsor: South Colonie Central School District Time: Start Time: 8:00 am daily End Time: no later than 3:30 pm daily (Training Days includes a 30-minute on-your-own lunch break) Location: Forest Park Elementary School Proposed by: Timothy Fowler Dates: August 19, 2019 through August 22, 2019

Course Number: 2019-20#05 Title: De-Escalation (only) Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) Summer Training 2019 Credit Hours: 24.50 Sponsor: South Colonie Central School District Time: Start Time: 8:00 am daily End Time: no later than 3:30 pm daily Exception: last day of training is half-day and the anticipated end time is 11:30 am. (Full Training Days includes a 30-minute on-your-own lunch break) Location: Forest Park Elementary School Proposed by: Timothy Fowler Dates: August 19, 2019 (full day); August 20, 2019 (full day); August 21, 2019 (full day); August 22, 2019 (half day)

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10. PERSONNEL – INSTRUCTION

A. Creation of Positions

Create the following anticipated probationary positions for the 2019-2020 school year:

(1) 1.0 Mathematics Teacher (1) 1.0 Reading/Literacy Teacher (1) 1.0 School Social Worker (5) 1.0 Special Education Teachers (6) 1.0 Teaching Assistants

Create the following anticipated temporary positions for the 2019-2020 school year:

(1) 1.0 Administrative Intern (1) .96 Art Teacher (1) .493 Art Teacher (1) .60 English Teacher (1) .50 English as a New Language Teacher (1) .90 Health Teacher (1) .80 Home and Careers Teacher (1) .80 Math Teacher (1) .60 Social Studies Teacher (2) .50 Special Education Teachers (1) .90 Speech Teacher (1) .95 Teacher on Special Assignment

B. Leave of Absence

1. Name: Ryan Delaney Position: Music Teacher Type: Personal Leave Location: Forest Park Elementary School Effective Date: September 1, 2019 Ending Date: June 30, 2020

C. Appointments

1. Name: Michelle Goo Address: 5 Lincoln Avenue, Albany, NY 12205 Type: Probationary – 3 year Tenure Area: Special Education Teacher Location: Lisha Kill Middle School Effective Date: July 1, 2019 Salary: Schedule II, Step 5; As per SCTA Contract Education: B. S. from SUNY Cortland M.S. from Virginia Commonwealth University Certification Status: Professional in Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-9)

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2. Name: Karissa Schupp Address: 9 Cottonwood Place, Albany, NY 12205 Type: Probationary – 3 year Tenure Area: Special Education Teacher Location: Colonie Central High School Effective Date: July 1, 2019 Salary: Schedule II, Step 3; As per SCTA Contract Education: B. S. from St. John Fisher College M.S. from Canisius College Certification Status: Initial in Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6 and 7-12)

3. Name: Melina Brustle Address: 25 Emery Avenue, Albany, NY 12205 Type: Probationary – 4 year Tenure Area: Reading Location: Forest Park and Shaker Road Elementary Schools Effective Date: July 1, 2019 Salary: Schedule II, Step 4; As per SCTA Contract Education: B. S. and M.S. from College of St. Rose Certification Status: Initial in Literacy (Birth-Grade 6)

D. Substitute Teachers

Approve Substitute Teachers on the attached list for regular appointments.

E. Summer School Appointments

Approval of the following summer school appointments, per the Board of Education Policy 9290. Each person is certified and understands that the appointment is contingent upon sufficient enrollment for the 2019 Summer School program:

K-8 Special Education Summer School Program Allyson Johnson Special Education Teacher Marisa White Special Education Teacher Alexa Jura Special Education Teacher Sean Peer Special Education Teacher Sabrina Skotarczak Special Education Teacher John Neugebauer Special Education Teacher Cheryl Nunamacher Special Education Teacher Hayley Allen Special Education Teacher Jennifer Satin Special Education Teacher Alicia Lounsbury Special Education Teacher Elizabeth Huntley Speech Pathologist Ann Kubizne Speech Pathologist Zachary Forbes School Social Worker Donna Davidson School Social Worker Allison Mullen School Social Worker

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Jonathan LaPoint Physical Education Teacher Tess McCarthy Art Teacher Teri Korb Art Teacher Maria Sosiak Teaching Assistant Lori Brooks Teaching Assistant Michelle Malatesta Teaching Assistant Racquel Cunningham Teaching Assistant Pam Roberts Teaching Assistant Kim Spence Teaching Assistant Kim DonVito Teaching Assistant Linda Gresens Teaching Assistant

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11. PERSONNEL – SUPPORT

A. Retirement

1. Name: Maryann Delucia Position: School Monitor (LK) Effective: September 30, 2019 Years of Service: 1999-2019 (20 years)

B. Resignation

1. Name: Thomas Morris Position: School Bus Driver Effective: April 19, 2019 Reason: Personal

C. Appointments

1. Name: Sheryl Vermette Address: 2727 Augustine Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306 Position: Break-In Bus Driver Effective: April 4, 2019 Salary: $15.50 per hour

2. Name: Sheryl Vermette Address: 2727 Augustine Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306 Position: School Monitor Substitute Effective: April 4, 2019 Salary: $11.25 per hour

3. Name: Steven Twarog Address: 2 Eastwood Drive, Albany, NY 12205 Position: Probationary School Bus Driver (.63) Effective: April 8, 2019 Salary: $18.44 per hour per CSEA Contract Hours: 5.0 hours per day Probationary Period: April 8, 2019 through December 9, 2019

4. Name: Suzanne Barthelmas Address: 3 Melissa Court, Albany, NY 12205 Position: Probationary Food Service Helper (.54) Effective: April 8, 2019 Salary: $11.65 per hour per CSEA Contract Hours: 3.5 hours per day Probationary Period: April 8, 2019 through December 9, 2019 Current Location: Colonie Central High School – West Wing

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5. Name: Ana Guia Bautista Address: 32 Hampshire Way, Niskayuna, NY 12309 Position: Food Service Helper Substitute Effective: April 9, 2019 Salary: $11.25 per hour

6. Name: Ana Guia Bautista Address: 32 Hampshire Way, Niskayuna, NY 12309 Position: School Monitor Substitute Effective: April 9, 2019 Salary: $11.25 per hour

7. Name: Ana Guia Bautista Address: 32 Hampshire Way, Niskayuna, NY 12309 Position: Clerk Typist I – Part Time (Substitute) Effective: April 9, 2019 Salary: $13.25 per hour

8. Name: Stephen Waite Address: 102 Greenleaf Drive, Latham, NY 12110 Position: School Bus Driver Substitute Effective: April 10, 2019 Salary: $17.50 per hour

9. Name: Joseph Atkins Address: 104 W. Sunnyside Way, Troy, NY 12180 Position: School Bus Driver Substitute Effective: April 15, 2019 Salary: $17.50 per hour

10. Name: Amber Flanders Address: 507 Shaker Run, Albany, NY 12205 Position: Secretary to the District Superintendent/District Clerk Effective: May 13, 2019 Salary: As per attached Confidential Sheet Hours: 7.5 hours per day Probationary Period: May 13, 2019 through October 14, 2019 Current Location: District Office

D. Change of Appointments

1. Name: Regina Agneta Address: 13 Leonard Drive, Niskayuna, NY 12309 Position: Permanent Secretary II Effective: July 8, 2019 Salary: As per attached Confidential Sheet Hours: 7.5 hours per day Current Location: District Office

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2. Name: Kiamesha Wright Address: 21A Old Hickory Drive, Apt 2A, Albany, NY 12204 Position: Permanent Account Clerk I Effective: July 1, 2019 Hours: 7.5 hours per day Current Location: Sand Creek Middle School

E. Summer School Appointments

K-8 Special Education Summer School Program Barbara Bard School Monitor Current hourly rate Donald Cohen School Monitor Monitor base hourly rate Sharon Cuoccio School Monitor Current hourly rate Kiley DonVito School Monitor Monitor base hourly rate Janice Hunter School Monitor Current hourly rate Michele Johnson School Monitor Current hourly rate Rosa Lugo School Monitor Current hourly rate Mary Lynch School Monitor Current hourly rate Kathryn Novak School Monitor Current hourly rate Christine Prime School Monitor Current hourly rate Laurie Reedy School Monitor Current hourly rate Debra Sherwin School Monitor Current hourly rate Amber Raby School Monitor Monitor base hourly rate Maria Tedisco School Monitor Monitor base hourly rate Jackie Volkmann School Monitor Current hourly rate Stephanie DeWeese COTA Current hourly rate Barbara Fenton School Nurse Current hourly rate Janice Hunter Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290 Michele Johnson Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290 Mary Lynch Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290 Kathryn Novak Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290 Christine Prime Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290 Debra Sherwin Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290 Jackie Volkmann Personal Care Assistant 1.0 Stipend per Policy 9290