Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD of EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

DISTRICT GOALS  Move forward with a plan to provide a facilities infrastructure that appropriately, effectively and safely houses the programmatic needs of our students.  Continue to improve student achievement at all grade levels for all students and decrease achievement gaps where they exist.  Promote diversity within our school community to ensure that school programs and staffing support an inclusive learning environment for all students.

BOARD GOALS  Develop and implement a plan that improves the relationship of the Board of Education with the leadership team of the Middlesex Education Association.  Provide support for district administration.  Increase visibility of the Board of Education throughout the community.

The Middlesex Board of Education and District Administration remind all participants that we are all working together in the best interest of each and every child attending the Middlesex Borough Public Schools.

The Mission of our school district is to engage in a partnership with our community to provide the knowledge and skills for all students to achieve academically and to develop confidence in their ability to work through challenges, to be compassionate and respectful of themselves and others, and to be committed to overall excellence in a diverse world.

All attendees are reminded that any verbal, written, or physical conduct that is demeaning or inflammatory toward any other while engaged in a school activity will not be tolerated. Each person is requested to take personal responsibility for conducting him/herself respectfully during all school functions. I. CALL TO ORDER TIME: 7:00 PM

A. A regular public meeting of the Middlesex Board of Education was held on June 26, 2017, at 7:00 PM, in the High School Media Center at Middlesex High School, 300 John F. Kennedy Drive, Middlesex, NJ. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr. Oliver, President. Mr. Oliver read the following statement: The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meeting of the public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed and acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of the Act, the Board Secretary has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time and place thereof posted on the bulletin board located in the hallway outside of the administrative offices, and notice was provided to the Courier News, the Home News Tribune, and the Middlesex Borough Clerk.

B. Roll Call: Mrs. Bensinger Present Ms. Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Present Mrs. Schueler Present Mr. Giovanni Present Ms. Townsend Present Mrs. Harrity Present Mr. Oliver, President Present Dr. Hrevnack Present

Dr. Linda A. Madison, Superintendent Mrs. Loree, Business Administrator/Board Secretary C. Flag Salute 1 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

II. PRESENTATIONS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, APPROVAL OF MINUTES

A. Presentations Referendum Update  Financial Information Lisa Gorab, Bond Counsel Attorney, Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer Ms. Gorab presented the proposed tax impact for the referendum. A copy of the analysis is attached to the minutes. (Attachment A)  Infomercials & Updates to the District Website Referendum Page  Town Hall Meetings Scheduled to present Referendum Information Tri-OP Agreement Athletics Athletic Director Michael O’Donnell reported to the Board about an opportunity for student to compete in ice hockey in a tri-cooperative with Bernards and Somerville High Schools. There would be no cost to the District.

Board Self-Evaluation Discussion Mary Ann Friedman, NJSBA Representative, reviewed the results of the Board of Education’s self- evaluation. The summary document is included in the minutes of this meeting as an attachment. (Attachment B) B. Announcements  Board of Education President: Mr. Oliver announced that Board Member, Ms. Keyes wrote a letter of resignation to the Board. Ms. Keyes asked that Mrs. Harrity read her letter in her absence. Motion to accept the resignation of Mr. Keyes. Motion: Dr. Hrevnack Second: Ms. Townsend

Motion Carried: Mrs. Bensinger Yes Ms. Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Yes Mrs. Schueler Yes Mr. Giovanni Yes Ms. Townsend Yes Mrs.Harrity Yes Mr. Oliver, President Yes Dr. Hrevnack Yes

 Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Madison announced programs that are going on this summer, Camp Hablo Engles and Summer Learning Academy.

 Business Administrator, Mrs. Loree reported on the construction projects: The Gorman Gymnasium is painted and the floor refinishing will start tomorrow. The High School Guidance Office flooring is completed. The High School Principal’s Office is waiting for flooring.

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C. Motion to Approve Board Meeting Minutes

Regular Public Meeting June 26, 2017 Executive Session June 26, 2017

Motion: Mrs. DiNizio Second: Mrs. Schueler

Motion Carried: Mrs. Bensinger Abstain Ms.Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Yes Mrs. Schueler Yes Mr. Giovanni Yes Ms.Townsend Abstain Mrs.Harrity Yes Mr. Oliver, President Yes Dr. Hrevnack Yes

III. COMMUNICATION FROM THE PUBLIC

Board President, Mr. Oliver opens the public comment portion of the meeting. “Comments at this time are limited to agenda items only. Please come to the podium and put your name, address, email address, and subject of comment into the record book and direct your comments/questions to the Board President. You may speak on two separate topics for up to 3 minutes each.”

Name: Dominique Noel Address: Comment: Commented on an idea for a program for the Board to consider regarding current students loan debt crisis.

Board President, Mr. Oliver closes the meeting to public comments

IV. PERSONNEL

A. Report of the Personnel Committee Chair – Monica Townsend

B. Resolution for approval on July 17, 2017 as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools:

1. Approve the attached Personnel Schedules:

Appointments Contractual – Certificated Staff Schedule A Appointments Contractual – Non Certificated Staff Schedule B N/A Hourly Employees Schedule C N/A Substitutes Schedule D N/A Extra Contracts / Stipends Schedule E Leaves of Absence Schedule F N/A End of Service Schedule G Staff Transfers Schedule H N/A

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Salary Adjustments Schedule I Academic Stipends Schedule J Middlesex Community School Appointments Schedule K

2. ABOLISH / CREATION OF POSITIONS WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Schools has recommended both the Abolishment and Creation of positions because of changes in the district; and WHEREAS, the Middlesex Board of Education agrees with the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the following positions shall be Abolished/Created as set for the 2017 – 2018 school year:

ABOLISH: Abolish one (1) English Language Arts position at Von E. Mauger Upper School.

Motion: Ms. Townsend Second: Mrs. DiNizio

Motion Carried: Mrs. Bensinger Yes Ms.Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Yes Mrs. Schueler Yes Mr. Giovanni Yes Ms.Townsend Yes Mrs.Harrity Yes Mr. Oliver, President Yes Dr. Hrevnack Yes

V. EDUCATION

A. Report of the Education Committee Chair – Linda Harrity Mrs. Harrity reported the next meeting is scheduled for August 14th at 6:30 PM.

B. Resolutions for approval on July 17, 2017 as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools:

1. Approve the attached Education Schedules:

Home Instruction Schedule A N/A Tuition Out of District Placement Schedule B Tuition Students Received Schedule C N/A Curriculum Approval Schedule D N/A Textbook / Programs / Resources Approval Schedule E N/A Professional Development Schedule F N/A Student Teacher Placement / Internships Schedule G N/A Fire & Emergency Drills / Suspensions Schedule H Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying Report Schedule I

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2. Approve the Travel and Related Expenses schedule for various district staff to attend conferences and workshops for the 2017-18 school year. (Attachment)

3. Approve Field Trips/Class Trips for the 2017-18 school year. (Attachment)

4. Approve the 2017 – 2018 “Hand Over Hand” service contract for applied behavior analysis and other related services, rates are as follows: BCBA Supervision in-home and school $135/hour Indirect BCBA $ 95/hour

5. Approve the New Jersey Department of Human Services Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired state contract to provide Level 1 services at a rate of $1,900 for students #1715061 and #2230339 effective September 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (Budget #11-000- 216-320)

6. Approve the submission of the 2017 – 2018 IDEA Grant application as follows: Basic $490,874 Preschool $ 11,994

7. Approve $9,370 (17%) of Kristin Avalone’s salary to be charged to the 2017 – 2018 Preschool IDEA Grant application.

8. Approve the Statement of Assurance of BOE adopted policies and procedures needed to be incompliance with IDEA part B and N.J.A.C. 6A:14-1.1(b).

9. Approve the NJDOE Age Range Waiver for Von E. Mauger Middle School self-contained Autistic Program in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:14-4.10.

10. Approve the 2017 – 2018 School Improvement Panels (ScIP) as part of the NJ Educator Evaluation System for each school building as follows:

MHS: A. Guzman, E. Gomez, G. Brenner, S. Walsh VEM: J. Sirna, R. Regan, M. Hayes, K. Vernaci HZ: R. Gianchiglia, S. Ivans, S. Blarr, K. Avallone PR: R. Christofferson, K. Diskin, L. Kimmick, C. Vivino WG: R. Rampolla, J. Powers, M. Kelly, L. Prinzivalli, L. Sillib,

11. Approve the 2017 – 2018 District Evaluation Advisory Committee (DEAC) as follows:

Dr. L. Madison, Superintendent K. Diskin, Assistant Superintendent A. Mattia, Elementary Supervisor S. Ivans, Director of Special Services

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R. Christofferson, Principal Parker School L. Kimmick

R. Gianchiglia, Principal, Hazelwood School S. Blarr

A. Guzman, Principal, Middlesex High School E. Gomez

R. Rampolla, Interim Principal, Watchung School M. Kelly

J. Sirna, Principal, Von E. Mauger Middle School M. Hayes – Upper School Karly Vernaci – Lower School

M. DePasque, Special Areas R. DeLude, MEA Representative D. Fornataro-Healey, Parent Representative L. Harrity, Board of Education Member M. Logue, District Technology Coordinator

12. Approve the New Jersey Education Computing Cooperative, Inc. NJECC membership for the 2017 – 2018 school year. Level 3 membership includes $660 of prepaid entitlements that can be used for attendance to PD Workshops & annual NJECC conference. Also includes monthly meeting attendance. The cost is $1,160 as budgeted #11-000-223-580-DT-121.

13. Approve Team Life, Colts Neck, NJ, to provide First Aid training to all of our coaches on August 15th at 12pm. The NJSIAA has changed their requirements for coaches and now requires every coach to be trained in Sports First Aid. During the 2017-2018 school year we will not be offering CPR/AED training so it may be the right opportunity to fulfill this requirement for all of our coaches at one time. The cost of certification is $50 per person and approximately 38 people, for a total of $1,900, account # 11-000-223-320-DT-121.

Motion: Mrs. Harrity Second: Dr. Hrevnack

Motion Carried: Mrs. Bensinger Yes: Abstain from self #2 Ms. Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Yes: Abstain from self #2 Mrs. Schueler Yes: Abstain from self #2 Mr. Giovanni Yes: Abstain from self #2 Ms. Townsend Yes: Abstain from self #2 Mrs. Harrity Yes Mr. Oliver, President Yes: Abstain from self #2 Dr. Hrevnack Yes: Abstain from self #2

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VI. POLICY AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

A. Report of the Policy & Public Relations Committee Chair VII. FACILITIES AND FINANCE

A. Report of the Facilities and Finance Committee Chair – Sharon Schueler

B. Resolutions for approval on July 17, 2017 as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools:

1. Approve the following bills: June 30, 2017 in the amount of $2,638,587.61 (Attachment) July 17, 2017 in the amount of $ 700,098.33 (Attachment)

2. Treasurer’s report May 2017 (Attachment)

3. Resolution Authorizing Debt Service Aid Request and Accept Preliminary Eligible Costs for School Facilities Projects

The Middlesex Board of Education hereby accepts the preliminary eligible costs from the New Jersey Department of Education pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:7G-5 & 7G-7 for the following projects:

Watchung ES Additions & Renovations SP#3140-090-17-1000 Von E. Mauger Middle School Interior Renovations SP#3140-085-17-1000 Hazelwood ES Additions & Renovations SP#3140-065-17-1000 Middlesex High School Interior Renovations SP#3140-050-17-1000 The Middlesex Board of Education also authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to execute the Debt Service Aid Request (Attachment “A”) and submit this for each project to the State of New Jersey, Office of School Facilities, Department of Education and elects the following:

A. District accepts and agrees to locally fund any excess (space) costs B. District elects to construct its school facilities project and selects “Debt Service Aid” for State funding support C. District accepts the Preliminary Eligible Costs (PEC) as Final Eligible Costs (FEC) and will not appeal PEC D. District is proposing a September 26, 2017 Referendum

4. Resolution Approving Submission of Special Ballot Questions September 26, 2017

WHEREAS, the Board of Education (the "Board" when referring to the governing body and the "School District" when referring to the territorial boundaries governed by the Board) of the Borough of Middlesex in the County of Middlesex, New Jersey (the “State”) desires to undertake a school facilities project consisting of the renovation, expansion, and upgrade of various schools (the “Project”); and

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WHEREAS, to accomplish the same, the Board seeks to authorize the submission of three ballot questions (the “Proposals”) at a special School District election to be held Tuesday, September 26, 2017 (the “Election”) and to authorize certain actions required to be taken in connection with the conduct of the Election and the undertaking of the Project.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Education of the Borough of Middlesex in the County of Middlesex, New Jersey (not less than a majority of the full membership of the Board concurring) as follows:

1. The following Explanatory Statement and Proposals (the "Proposals") shall be submitted to the legal voters of the School District at a special School District election (the "Election") of the legal voters of the School District to be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, commencing at 2:00 p.m. in the School District. The polls shall remain open until 8:00 p.m. and as much longer as may be necessary to permit all the legal voters then present to vote and cast their ballot:

EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

The Board is seeking voter approval, via three ballot questions, to renovate and upgrade various Middlesex Borough Schools as follows:

Proposal 1: Interior renovations, building system upgrades and expansion of Watchung Elementary School to provide for a Grades 2 - 5 school facility and renovation of Von E. Mauger Middle School to provide a Grades 6 - 8 school facility and to provide administration space. The total cost of Proposal 1 is $31,586,295. Final eligible costs equal $13,829,623 and are eligible for 40% State Aid.

Proposal 2: Interior renovations, building system upgrades and expansion of Hazelwood Elementary School to provide for a Grades PreK - 1 school facility and the closure of Parker Elementary School. The total cost of Proposal 2 is $11,028,397. Final eligible costs equal $3,232,450 and are eligible for 40% State Aid.

Proposal 3: Interior renovations and upgrades to the High School to convert offices to classrooms, provide upgraded science labs, classrooms, kitchen, cafeteria, STEM lab, athletic space, and HVAC upgrades. The total cost of Proposal 3 is $7,970,317. All costs are final eligible costs and are eligible for 40% State Aid.

VOTERS ARE REQUESTED TO VOTE ON ALL THREE PROPOSALS

PROPOSAL 1

The Board of Education of the Borough of Middlesex in the County of Middlesex, New Jersey (the “Board”) is authorized to (A) undertake interior renovations, building system upgrades and expansion of Watchung Elementary School to provide for a Grades 2 - 5 school facility and renovation of Von E. Mauger Middle School to provide a Grades 6 - 8 school facility and to provide administration space; (B) expend on such project an amount not to exceed 8 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

$31,586,295 and (C) issue bonds in an amount not to exceed $31,586,295 to finance the project. The State has agreed to provide debt service aid in the amount of 40% of the “final eligible costs” of the project which final eligible costs equal $13,829,623. The project includes $800,657 for school facilities construction elements in addition to the facilities efficiency standard developed by the Commissioner of Education, or that are not otherwise eligible for State support pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:7G-5(g).

PROPOSAL 2

IF AND ONLY IF PROPOSAL 1 IS APPROVED, the Board is further authorized to (A) undertake interior renovations, building system upgrades and expansion of Hazelwood Elementary School to provide for a Grades PreK - 1 school facility and the closure of Parker Elementary School; (B) expend on such project an amount not to exceed $11,028,397 and (C) issue bonds in an amount not to exceed $11,028,397 to finance the project. The State has agreed to provide debt service aid in the amount of 40% of the “final eligible costs” of the project which final eligible costs equal $3,232,450. The project includes $569,140 for school facilities construction elements in addition to the facilities efficiency standard developed by the Commissioner of Education, or that are not otherwise eligible for State support pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:7G-5(g).

PROPOSAL 3

IF AND ONLY IF PROPOSAL 1 IS APPROVED, The Board is further authorized to (A) undertake interior renovations and upgrades to the High School to convert offices to classrooms, provide upgraded science labs, classrooms, kitchen, cafeteria, STEM lab, athletic space, and HVAC upgrades; (B) expend on such project an amount not to exceed $7,970,317and (C) issue bonds in an amount not to exceed $7,970,317 to finance the project. The State has agreed to provide debt service aid in the amount of 40% of the “final eligible costs” of the project. All project costs are final eligible costs.

2. The Board hereby approves and adopts the Proposals and, subject to the approval of the legal voters of the School District, hereby determines to carry out the same.

3. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized and directed, in conjunction with Bond Counsel, to deliver a certified copy of this resolution and such other information as shall be necessary to comply with applicable provisions of the Education Law and Election Law, to the Middlesex County Superintendent of Schools, Middlesex County Clerk, Middlesex County Board of Elections, and to the Clerk of the Borough of Middlesex, and to request such persons to undertake their respective functions under the Education Law and the Election Law, as applicable, in connection with the Election. The Business Administrator/Board Secretary is hereby authorized to amend the Proposals and the Explanatory Statement to conform same to statutory requirements.

4. The Board hereby acknowledges and confirms that, in accordance with the requirements of Sections 24 -16 and 24 -17 of the Education Law, a Supplemental Debt Statement 9 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM has been prepared as of the date of this resolution by the Chief Financial Officer of the Borough of Middlesex, giving effect to the proposed total authorization of School Bonds of the School District in the maximum amount provided for in the Proposals, and that such Supplemental Debt Statement has been filed in the offices of the Clerk of the Borough of Middlesex, and in the office of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary prior to the adoption of this resolution. The Board hereby directs the Business Administrator/Board Secretary to cause such Supplemental Debt Statement to be filed in the office of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs prior to the date of the Election.

5. The School Administration and such other officers, professionals and agents of the Board as are necessary, including Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., Bond Counsel and the Architect for the Project, are each hereby authorized and directed to perform such acts, execute such documents and do such things as are necessary and proper for the submission of the Proposals to the voters of the School District at the Election, including preparation and submission of all required applications for receipt of the State debt service aid.

6. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

5. Approve Purchase of Laptop Computers Approve the purchase of 3 HP EliteBook 850 G4 Laptop Computers from MRA International, Long Branch, NJ, for a total cost of $4,424.70. This purchase is being made through the NJ-WSCA / NASPO ValuePoint State Contract #40016 MNNVP-134. This purchase is to upgrade the equipment of Administrative Staff. (Budget account # 11-000-219-610, 11-000-221-610, 11-000- 240-610)

6. Approve Purchase of Desktop Computers Approve the purchase of 10 HP Elitedesk 800 G3 Desktop Computers from MRA International, Long Branch, NJ, for a total cost of $10,000. This purchase is being made through the NJ-WSCA / NASPO Value Point State Contract #40016 MNNVP-134. This purchase is to upgrade the equipment of Administrative Staff. (Budget account # 11-000-213-610, 11-000-218-610, 11-000- 219-610, 11-000-240-610, 11-000-262-610)

7. Approve Purchase of iPad Air for Project ACT Approve the purchase of 6 iPad Air 2 and 6 iPad cases from APPLE, for a total cost of $2,567.70. This purchase is being made through the ESCNJ Cooperative Purchasing Bid #15/16-69. This purchase is for the Middlesex High School Project ACT. (Budget account # 11-212-610)

8. Approve Purchase of iMac Computers Approve the purchase of 6 iMac computers from APPLE, for a total cost of $10,734.89. This purchase is being made through the ESCNJ Cooperative Purchasing Bid #15/16-69. This purchase is to upgrade the computers and equipment of the Middlesex High School Music Department. (Budget account # 11-190-100-610)

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9. Approve Purchase of Apple Volume Purchase Program Vouchers Approve the purchase of Apple Volume Purchase Program Vouchers from APPLE, Inc. for a total cost of $2,000 and 1 iPod Touch for $199. This purchase is being made through the ESCNJ Cooperative Purchasing Bid #15/16-69. This purchase is for special education applications for iPads and ipod touch for non-verbal student. (Budget account # 11-204-100-610, 11-212-100-610, 11-214-100-610, 11-216-100-610)

10. Approve Purchase of Chromebooks and Headsets and Charging Carts Approve the purchase of 400 Lenovo N23 Chromebooks, 400 headsets, and 32 Charging Carts from CDW-G, Chicago, IL, for a total cost of $118,386. This purchase is being made through the ESCNJ Cooperative Purchasing Bid #15/16-11. This purchase is to achieve the 1-to-1, student-to- Chromebook ratio and will be distributed throughout the district as needed. (Budget account # 11- 190-100-610)

11. Approve screen and coat service: gymnasium floor(s) and stage(s) Approve Hardwood Floors Unlimited, South Amboy, NJ to dry screen and apply polyurethane finish to (2) gymnasium floors and (2) stages. (Budget acct. 11-000-261-420)

Watchung School (2,670 sq. ft. gym) $ 900.00 Hazelwood School (3,525 sq. gym) 1,155.00 Watchung School (stage) 350.00 Hazelwood School (stage) 350.00 Total $ 2,755.00 Other Quote Received: Classic Sport Floors $ 3,492.69 Motion: Mrs. Schueler Second: Mrs. DiNizio

Motion Carried: Mrs. Bensinger Yes Ms. Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Yes Mrs. Schueler Yes Mr.Giovanni Yes Ms. Townsend Yes Mrs.Harrity Yes Mr. Oliver, President Yes Dr. Hrevnack Yes

VIII. OLD BUSINESS

 MEA Negotiations Meetings July 31, 2017 & August 30, 2017  MASA Negotiations Meetings July 24, 2017

IX. NEW BUSINESS  National Night Out August 1, 2017 6-8:30 PM  Key Communicator Meeting August 7, 2017 5 PM MHS Media Center 11 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

 Town Hall Meeting – Referendum Information August 9, 2017 7 PM Watchung School  Town Hall Meeting – Referendum Information August 19, 2017 3 PM MHS Auditorium  Middlesex Community Day – August 19, 2017 4-9 PM Mountainview Park  Board Retreat tentatively scheduled for August 21, 2017 prior to the regularly scheduled BOE meeting.  New Teacher Orientation – August 22, 23, 2017 X. COMMUNICATION FROM THE PUBLIC Board President, Mr. Oliver opens the public comment portion of the meeting. “Comments at this time are open to any topic. Please come to the podium and put your name, address, email address, and subject of comment into the record book and direct your comments/questions to the Board President. You may speak on two separate topics for up to 3 minutes each.”

Name: Bob DeLude, MEA President Address: Comment: In regards to abolished positions, please rewrite teacher’s paperwork stating they resigned due to RIF or abolishment.

Board President, Mr. Oliver closes the meeting to public comments.

XI. EXECUTIVE SESSION Time: 8:39 PM Approve an Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 231, PL 1975, also known as the Open Public Meetings Act, authorizing a public body to meet in executive private session under certain limited circumstances, and said law requires the Board adopt a resolution at a public meeting before it can meet in such an executive or private session,

A. The Middlesex Board of Education hereby determines that it may be necessary to meet in Executive Session on July 17, 2017 to discuss matters involving:

1. Level 3 Grievance 2. Personnel Matter

B. And that the matters discussed will be made public if and when confidentiality is no longer required.

Motion: Mrs. DiNizio Second: Mrs. Bensinger

Roll Call Mrs. Bensinger Yes Ms. Keyes Absent Mrs. DiNizio, Vice President Yes Mrs. Schueler Yes Mr. Giovanni Yes Ms. Townsend Yes Mrs.Harrity Yes Mr. Oliver, President Yes Dr. Hrevnack Yes

Board reconvened in Open Session at 9:25 PM

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XII. MOVE TO ADJOURN Time: 9:26 PM

Motion: Mrs. Bensinger Second: Mrs. DiNizio

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Mr. Oliver adjourned the meeting at 9:26 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Mrs. Michele Loree Business Administrator/Board Secretary

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Personnel IV.B.1 Schedule A

Appointments Contractual / Certificated Staff

Effective Last Name First Name Position Building Level/Step Date Clark Kathleen** Grade 8 Resource VM $52,714 9/1/2017 – (created 6/26/17) Room Teacher BA, Step 8 6/30/2018 NJ Standard Teacher of the Handicapped #2470 JC 2405S Jay Julie** Grade 6 Science VM $58,954 9/1/2017 – (A. Novick) NJ Standard BA, Step 11 6/30/2018 #1103 Elem. Teacher Specialization Science #2202 Earth Science JC #1103G

*Fingerprints approved through NJ DOE Criminal History Review Unit **Pending approval of NJ DOE Criminal History Review Unit Emergent Hire Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Personnel IV.B.1 Schedule E

Extra Contracts / Stipends

Name Stipend Amount Effective Date Coupland, Ronald VM Production Music Director-Upper School $2,200 Coupland, Ronald VM Vocal Music Advisor-Lower School $1,850 2017 - 2018 Halpern, Eric* HS Soccer (Boys) Head Coach $5,790 School Year Odumewu, Joseph* HS Soccer (Boys) JV Coach $4,580 8/14-11/1/2017 *Fingerprints pending approval from NJDOE Criminal History Review Unit Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Personnel IV.B.1 Schedule G

End of Service

Name Position School Category Last Day Pettit, Douglas Bus Aide District Resignation 6/30/2017 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Personnel IV.B.1 Schedule I

Salary Adjustments

Name From To Effective Bonsall, $14.70 $18.91 9/1/2017 – Samantha 6/30/2018 Takacs, Classroom Aide Classroom Aide 9/1/2017 – Rebecca Level “C” Level “E” 6/30/2018 $12,144 $14,245 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Personnel IV.B.1 Schedule J

Academic Stipends

(ESY, SWIM, Curriculum Writing, Honorariums)

Length Name Category Rate of Time Funding

Blaney, Christina Substitute Nurse/ $40/hour ESY 6/26/2017- Budget Trip Nursing 8/4/2017 Services McNelis, Sandra Substitute Nurse/ $40/hour ESY 6/26/2017- Budget Trip Nursing 8/4/2017 Services

Carasso, Christine Teacher for $40/hour 16 hours 60-990-100-100-DT- Summer Academy 121 Himelrick, Judith Teacher for $40/hour 16 hours 60-990-100-100-DT- Summer Academy 121

Inciong, Vincent Curriculum Writing $30/hour 15 hours 2017-18 sy Guitar Lab 11-000-221-104-DT- Music Industry 001 Inciong, Vincent Curriculum Writing $30/hour 15 hours 2017-18 sy Drum Lab 11-000-221-104-DT- Music Tech 001 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Personnel IV.B.1 Schedule K

Middlesex Community School

LASTNAME FIRSTNAME ADULT/STUDENT PROGRAM POSITION PAY RATE EFFECTIVE Lead 6/26 – FERRIS MELISSA ADULT SUMMER CAMP Supervisor $15.45 8/25/2017 9/1/2017 – SCHOBER HEIDI ADULT B&ACARE Sub.Supr. $14.00 6/30/2018 SUMMER CAMP DJ Service WARREN PAUL ADULT (1-5 PM $250 outside of 1-5 PM 8/25/2017 regular working hours) * Pending approval of NJ DOE Criminal History Review Unit Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Education V. B. 1 Schedule B

Tuition Out of District Placement

ESY ID# School / Program Start Date School Year Tuition Tuition

2567557 Somerset Elementary Academy 9/1/2017-6/30/2018 $53,900 2384690 NuView Academy 6/27/2017-6/30/2018 $2,520 17/18 SY tuition Bd. Approved 6/12/17 O.T. Services 2757494 Bridgewater-Raritan 7/10/2017 – 6/21/2018 $32,752 plus $2,468 plus (student’s tuition for SY 17/18 was 1 – 1 Aide 1 – 1 Aide approved on 6/12/2017) $47,635 $2,095 Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Education V.B.1. Schedule H

Fire / Emergency Drills – JUNE 2017

School Fire Drill Emergency Drill High School 6/2/2017 6/9/2017 Evacuation Mauger 6/19/2017 6/1/2017 Shelter In Place Hazelwood 6/8/2017 6/13/2017 Lockdown Parker 6/20/2017 6/1/2017 Lockdown

Watchung 6/8/2017 6/1/2017 Shelter In Place

Out of School Suspensions – JUNE 2017 School Date Grade M/F Date(s) # Suspensions Suspended to Date High School 6/1/2017 10 M June, 7, 8, 9, 2017 1

Mauger 6/2/2017 6 M June 1, 2, 2017 3 6/6/2017 8 F June 6, 7, 8, 2017 1 6/6/2017 8 F June,6,7,8,9,2017 1 6/16/2017 7 M June 16, 19, 20, 2017 1

Hazelwood NONE

Parker NONE

Watchung NONE Middlesex Public Schools – High School Media Center BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES July 17, 2017 7:00 PM

Education V.B.1 Schedule I

Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) (through July 13, 2017)

Investigation Date of Incident Received by HIB School Student ID # Case # Incident Investigated CSA Determination HS None

VM None

HZ None

PR N/A

WG N/A