BOARD OF EDUCATION WEST ESSEX REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING June 3, 2013 Board Secretary’s Memorandum
DATE PLACE Monday, June 3, 2013 West Essex Middle School North Caldwell, New Jersey MEETING Regular Meeting
EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNED 6:34 P.M. 7:30 P.M.
CALLED TO ORDER ADJOURNED 7:33 P.M. 10:08 P.M.
EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNED 10:12P.M. 10:58 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER – EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mr. David Laible, President, presided and voiced the call to order at 6:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Mr. F. Antonucci – Vice-President Ms. K. Bachmann Mrs. A. Fahey Mr. D. Laible - President Mrs. M. Rosenberg Mr. A. Rubinich Mrs. D. Smith Mrs. D. Storey Mrs. M. Wojtowicz
Administration:
Mrs. Barbara Longo, Superintendent of Schools Mr. Michael J. Falkowski, Board Secretary/Business Administrator
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
WHEREAS, the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-11, permits boards of education to meet in closed session to discuss certain matters; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the West Essex Regional Board of Education adjourns to Executive Session to discuss the following matters; a) Student Matter relative to the 2013/2014 school calendar b) Personnel Matter relative to creation of a Security position c) Student matter relative to grading issues d) Attorney/Client Matter relative to negotiations; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that public release of these discussions will occur when the need for confidentiality no longer exists.
OPEN MEETING:
The Board reconvened from Executive Session and Mr. David Laible, President, presided and voiced the call to order at 7:33 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING:
Notice of the June 3, 2013 meeting of the Board of Education was e-mailed to the Clerks of the Boroughs of Essex Fells, North Caldwell and Roseland and to the Township of Fairfield, and to the editor of The Progress on January 8, 2013 and to The Star Ledger on the same day.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT:
Presentation to Governor’s Teacher Recognition recipients: Paula Arbadji Eileen Dormer Mr. David Montgomery, Middle School Principal, and Mr. Gary Suda, High School Principal, respectively, recapped highlights from the recipients’ careers. Mrs. Barbara Longo, Superintendent of Schools, summarized the selection process.
Mr. Suda introduced Geena Martorana, a high school junior, who performed a selection titled “Three White Horses” by Andrew Bird.
Presentation to ShopRite Stars recipients: Zachary Bachmann Jon Hilaire John Lor Andrew Pappas Amanda Cassera Wyatt Kalb Michael Markus Lucia Pasternak Zoe Elfenbein Daniel Kenny Geena Martorana Stephanie Pezzutti Anna George Joseph La Varca Paige Muzzatti Nicholas Soriano Thomas Haversang Nicole Lieb Carlysa Oyama Joseph Toumanios
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Independent Study Presentations: STUDENT INDEPENDENT STUDY ADVISOR Zoe Claire Elfenbein Women in Art Eileen Dormer Lucia Grace Pasternak Art History Eileen Dormer
Chicago Architecture Foundation Finalist: Andrew Spero
RECESS: 8:37PM – 8:53PM
PRINCIPAL’S REPORTS:
Mr. Gary Suda, High School Principal, commented relative to the following: WEFE 5K Walk/Run Senior Awards Assembly Knight of Jazz Athletic Awards Upcoming final exams Dorney Park trip Senior Service
Mr. David Montgomery, Middle School Principal, commented relative to the following: Art Show/Chorus Concert Dorney Park Music Competition Patrick Flaherty Pizza Café fundraiser District Orchestra Concert Staff Appreciation B-B-Q May Students of the Month Student of the Month Luncheon Teacher-of-the-Year Awards MS Band Concert ‘Farewell Fiesta” 8th grade dance Move-Up Day
Mr. Montgomery commented relative to middle school music teacher, Donna Mateyka’s, selection by the Grammy Foundation & Recording Academy as a quarter-finalist for their prestigious annual Music Educator Award.
BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMENTS:
Safety/Security Committee – Mr. Rubinich commented that the Committee met n May 29th and discussed the following: traffic situation on West Greenbrook Road; video surveillance cameras; and a new full-time security position.
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COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS:
Mrs. Storey commented relative to the ongoing campus beautification efforts.
Mr. Rubinich commented relative to implementation of the state’s new teacher evaluation program.
Mrs. Rosenberg commented relative to the district’s QSAC results.
BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
Mr.Laible commented on the need to hold a special meeting to discuss Board Goals for the 2013/2014 school year.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Mr. Laible opened the floor to the public for comments on agenda items: Mrs. George requested clarification on funding for the new security position.
West Essex Regional Board of Education FINANCE – June 3, 2013
The following finance motions are made at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:
CONSENT AGENDA
Anything placed on this agenda, Items 1-6, will be voted upon in one motion. Motion by Mr. Antonucci Seconded by Mrs. Rosenberg to approve the following motions:
1. To approve the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s Reports for April, 2013, as per the attached, in the amount of $2,672,679.43 Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(a), the West Essex Regional School District Board of Education acknowledges receipt of the secretary’s certification, and after review of the monthly financial report (appropriations section) certifies that, to the best of its knowledge, as of April, 2013, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23-2.11(b), and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. Enclosures 1F - 22F
2. To approve the attached transfer report from May 11, 2013 through May 31, 2013. Enclosure 23F
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3. To approve the bills and claims check number 016618 through check number 016884 and check number 016886 through check number 016990 and check number 016992 through check number 017013 and check number 510199 through check number 510200. Payroll Fund check number 500396 and 500397. Void check numbers 014283, 016885 and 016991. Totaling: $2,763,514.91. Enclosures 24F – 46F
4. To approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 13, 2013. Enclosures 47F – 65F
5. To approve the Executive Session Minutes of May 13, 2013. Enclosures 66F
6. To approve the change in carrier from Bollinger to Benecard for the district’s prescription card plan effective July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014.
ROLL CALL: Yes: Mr. Antonucci, Ms. Bachmann, Mrs. Fahey, Mrs. Rosenberg, Mr. Rubinich, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Wojtowicz and President Laible No: None Abstain: None Absent: None
West Essex Regional Board of Education BUILDINGS & GROUNDS – June 3, 2013
The following buildings and grounds motions are made at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:
CONSENT AGENDA
Anything placed on this agenda, Items 1-2, will be voted upon in one motion. Motion by Mrs. Wojtowicz Seconded by Mrs. Rosenberg to approve the following motions: 1. To approve the following application for Use of Facilities with the appropriate fees in accordance with Board Policy #7510: Organization Priority Event Facilities Date(s) Fees Trilogy Five Practice for JV area between Mondays Fees Total: Lacrosse upcoming baseball & softball (3:00PM-5:30PM) $1,800.00 tournaments fields 6/17, 6/24 & 7/08/13 Wednesdays (3:00PM-5:30PM) 6/19, 6/26 & 7/10/13
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2. Whereas, The West Essex Regional Board of Education in the County of Essex, New Jersey (the “Board”), desires to proceed with a school facilities project consisting generally of: Auto Shop to Band Room Conversion at West Essex Regional High School Whereas, the Board now seeks to take the initial steps in order to proceed with the Project: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE WEST ESSEX REGIONAL BOARD OF EDUCATION IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEX, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, as follows: Section 1. In accordance with the requirements of Section 6A:26–3 of the New Jersey Administrative Code, the Board hereby approves the Educational specifications prepared in connection with the project and the Board further authorizes the submission of same to the Essex County Superintendent of Schools and the New Jersey Department of Education for approval. Section 2. In accordance with the requirements of Section 6A:26-3 of the New Jersey Administrative Code, the Board hereby approves the Schematic Plans prepared in connection with the Project and the Board further authorizes the submission of same to the Essex County Superintendent of Schools and the New Jersey Department of Education for approval. Section 3. The School Administration and such other officers and agents of the Board as are necessary, including the Board attorney, bond counsel and architect, are hereby authorized to perform such other acts, to execute such other documents and to do such other things as are necessary to implement the determinations of the Board set forth in this resolution, including the submission of Information to the New Jersey Department of Education as applicable to the proposed Project. Section 4. This project is being funded as an “other capital project” and will not require state funding and the District is not seeking a Grant. Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
ROLL CALL: Yes: Mr. Antonucci, Ms. Bachmann, Mrs. Fahey, Mrs. Rosenberg, Mr. Rubinich, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Wojtowicz and President Laible No: None Abstain: None Absent: None
West Essex Regional Board of Education PERSONNEL – June 3, 2013
The following personnel motions are made at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:
CONSENT AGENDA
Anything placed on this agenda, Items 1-27 will be voted upon in one motion. Prior to action on this motion, Mrs. Rosenberg requested that Personnel Motion #3 approving the appointment of Casey Windisch be amended to reflect her degree as MA (Master of Arts), not BA (Bachelor of Arts), with the following action taken: 6 West Essex Regional Board of Education PERSONNEL – June 3, 2013 – (Continued)
Motion by Mrs. Rosenberg Seconded by Mr. Rubinich to amend Personnel Motion #3 approving the appointment of Casey Windisch to reflect her degree as MA (Master of Arts), not BA (Bachelor of Arts).
ROLL CALL: Yes: Mr. Antonucci, Ms. Bachmann, Mrs. Fahey, Mrs. Rosenberg, Mr. Rubinich, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Wojtowicz and President Laible No: None Abstain: None Absent: None
Anything placed on this agenda, Items 1-27 and #3, AS AMENDED, will be voted upon in one motion. Motion by Mrs. Rosenberg Seconded by Ms. Bachmann to approve the following motions:
1. To approve the appointment of Jaclyn Carollo (BA) as a teacher of Mathematics assigned to West Essex High School effective September 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014, at an annual salary of $55,587, which is Step B of the 2013/2014 Bachelor’s Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide. [NOTE: This is a NEW position.]
2. To approve the appointment of Nicole Fourounjian (BA) as a teacher of Mathematics assigned to West Essex Middle School effective September 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014, at an annual salary of $56,965, which is Step 1 of the 2013/2014 Bachelor’s Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide. [NOTE: Ms. Fourounjian replaces Maria Grizzetti, who retired.]
3. To approve the appointment of Casey Windisch (MA) as a teacher of English assigned to West Essex High School effective September 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014, at an annual salary of $58,530, which is Step B of the 2013/2014 Master’s Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide. [NOTE: Ms. Windisch replaces Cris Slotoroff, who resigned.]
4. WITHDRAWN
5. To approve Michele Riker (BA) to a 3/5th’s Middle School Leave Replacement Health/Physical Education teaching position at an annual salary of $32,537, which is 3/5th’s of Step A of the 2013/2014 Bachelor’s Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide and a 2/5th’s tenure track Health/Physical Education teaching position, at an annual salary of $22,234, which is 2/5th’s of Step B of the 2013/2014 Bachelor’s Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide, effective September 1, 2013 through June 7, 2014. [NOTE: Ms. Riker replaces Heather Hemmer, who was previously approved for a maternity/disability leave of absence at the April 29, 2013 Board meeting.]
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6. To approve the appointment of Dana Leblein (MA+15) as a Substance Awareness Coordinator assigned to the West Essex High School Special Services Department effective September 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014, at an annual salary of $61,934, which is Step 1 of the 2013/2014 Master’s +15 Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide.
7. To approve the appointment of Mark Leuze as a Custodian, (3:00PM-11:00 PM, Monday-Thursday and 7:00AM-3:30PM, Saturday), assigned to West Essex High School effective June 4, 2013, for the 2012/2013 school year, pending receipt of appropriate paperwork, at an annual salary of $35,713.45, pro-rated for lesser service, which is Step 1 of the 2012/2013 Custodial Salary Guide ($33,921.00), plus the evening differential ($563.92) and boiler license stipend ($1,228.53). [NOTE: Mr. Leuze replaces Mr. Salvatore Coraggioso.]
8. To approve the appointment of Laura Baker as a substitute teacher/certificated aide assigned to West Essex Regional School District effective June 4, 2013, for the 2012/2013 school year, at the rate of $90 per day, pending receipt of appropriate paperwork.
9. To approve the appointment of Stacey Quinn as a substitute teacher/certificated aide assigned to West Essex Regional School District effective June 4, 2013, for the 2012/2013 school year, at the rate of $90 per day, pending receipt of appropriate paperwork.
10. To approve the appointment of Henry Rashap as a substitute teacher/certificated aide assigned to West Essex Regional School District effective June 4, 2013, for the 2012/2013 school year, at the rate of $90 per day, pending receipt of appropriate paperwork.
11. To rescind the appointment of Bettina Mianulli as a special education teacher’s aide in the Extended School year LLD program previously approved at the May 13, 2013 Regular Board meeting. [NOTE: Ms. Mianulli has informed Administration she is declining the position.]
12. To approve one-half (1/2) day, without pay, on May 30, 2013, and one (1) full day, without pay, on May 31, 2013 for Anatoli Gorelov, Assistant Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds for the West Essex Regional School District.
13. To approve the additional Child Study Team staff members for mileage reimbursement for the 2013/2014 school year according to Policy #3440, effective July 1, 2013: Maureen Anzalone Katherine Blades Dana Leblein
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14. To approve the following movement on the guide for the 2013/2014 school year effective September 1, 2013: From To
Franzi, Natalie $62,380 $64,498 MA M15 Step 3 Step 3
Cammarano, Kristen $63,225 $64,852 B15 MA Step 5 Step 5
15. To approve Patrick McGlynn compensation for working 7.5 hours on Friday, May 24, 2013, for an Advanced Placement assignment, at a rate of $49 per hour to be paid via the Advanced Placement testing account.
16. To approve Rob Giglio as a summer volunteer for the high school Marching Band, pending receipt of mandatory paperwork.
17. To approve Paula Frisch and Denise Logan for summer work to process and review athletic physicals for the high school and middle school for a total of up to 20 days, collectively, effective June 24, 2013 through August 31, 2013 at the rate of 1/200ths annual salary. The days will be coordinated by Athletic Director, Damion Macioci.
18. To approve payment to Barbara Bruchac, Denise Logan and Linda Vicari for teaching CPR-AED certification/re-certification classes to the West Essex Coaching Staff at a rate of $175 per instructor, per session, up to three (3) sessions each, which may occur between June 4, 2013 – June 30, 2014.
19. To approve the following personnel (on a rotating basis) for weight room supervision and speed training sessions for athletic team preparation for the 2013/2014 sports seasons, effective June 24, 2013 through August 9, 2013 - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for 3 hours each session and Tuesday and Thursday for 2 hours each session at $35.40 per hour, not to exceed 89 hours, collectively, from June through August:
Christopher Benacquista David Drozjock Jason Freda Tim Glenn Robert Lenoy Dominick Linsalato Greg Vaccaro
20. To approve the appointment of Wendy Fink as a special education teacher’s aide in the Extended School year LLD program at a rate of $15.23 per hour, 5 hours per day effective July 1, 2013 through August 1, 2013.
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21. To approve the appointment of Marsha Hoxholli as a personal aide for tuition-in Student ID #50017 in the Extended School year LLD program at a rate of $15.53 per hour, 5 hours per day effective July 1, 2013 through August 1, 2013.
22. To approve the appointment of Nicholas Campione as a personal aide for Student ID #403747 in the Extended School year LLD program at a rate of $15.84 per hour, 5 hours per day effective July1, 2013 through August 1, 2013.
23. To approve the appointment of Gina Cafone as a personal aide for Student ID #401719 in the Extended School year LLD program at a rate of $24.41 per hour, 5 hours per day effective July 1, 2013 through July 18, 2013 and July 29, 2013 through August 1, 2013.
24. To approve the appointment of Zlata Danese as a personal aide for Student ID #401719 in the Extended School year LLD program at a rate of $15.53 per hour, 5 hours per day effective July 22, 2013 through July 25, 2013.
25. To amend Personnel Motion #3 previously approved at the May 13, 2013 Board meeting appointing Deana Hagel as a teacher of English to reflect a salary of $55,587, which is Step B of the 2013/2014 Bachelor’s Degree Teacher’s Salary Guide. All other details of the appointment remain the same.
26. To amend Personnel Motion #8 previously approved at the May 13, 2013 Board meeting to appoint Elizabeth Ricafort, the Teaching Instructional Supervisor of Science and Environmental Safety, to serve as the Indoor Air Coordinator, for the West Essex Regional School District, for the 2013/2014 school year.
27. To amend Personnel Motion #9 previously approved at the May 13, 2013 Board meeting to appoint Brian Shanley, Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds, to serve as the Chemical Hygiene Coordinator, for the West Essex Regional School District, for the 2013/2014 school year.
ROLL CALL: Yes: Mr. Antonucci, Ms. Bachmann, Mrs. Fahey, Mrs. Rosenberg, Mr. Rubinich, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Wojtowicz and President Laible No: None Abstain: None Absent: None
10 West Essex Regional Board of Education CURRICULUM/SPECIAL EDUCATION – June 3, 2013
The following curriculum/special education motions are made at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:
CONSENT AGENDA
Anything placed on this agenda, Items 1-11, will be voted upon in one motion. Motion by Mrs. Storey Seconded by Mrs. Rosenberg to approve the following motions:
1. To approve the following requests for Professional Development: Employee Name Conference/Workshop Location Date(s) Expenses Lippi, Deanna AP Summer Institute – Rutgers Monday Conference Fee: $900.00 Environmental Science University 07/15/13 Plus $220 per day New thru (Article 16 Para. D) Brunswick, Thursday Personal Expenses: NJ 07/18/13 Not to Exceed $100 (mileage/tolls) Bolger, Ruth AP French Summer Rutgers Monday Conference Fee: $900.00 Institute University 08/12/13 Plus $220 per day New thru (Article 16 Para. D) Brunswick, Thursday Personal Expenses: NJ 08/15/13 Not to Exceed $100 (mileage/tolls) Bazzarelli, Lucia AP Italian Summer Manhattan Monday Conference Fee: Institute College 08/05/13 $1,290.00 Riverdale, thru Plus $220 per day NY Friday (Article 16 Para. D) 08/09/13 Personal Expenses: Not to Exceed $125 (mileage/tolls) Trinidad, Ada AP Spanish Summer Rutgers Monday Conference Fee: $900.00 Institute University 08/12/13 Plus $220 per day New thru (Article 16 Para. D) Brunswick, Thursday Personal Expenses: NJ 08/15/13 Not to Exceed $100 (mileage/tolls)
2. To approve Josh Getka, Brittany Phelps and John Piepoli as consultants to the indoor drum line for the 2012/2013 school year. [NOTE: Payment to Mr. Getka ($1,200), Ms. Phelps ($600) and Mr. Piepoli ($600) will be made using Band Booster Club funds.
3. To approve membership to the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) for the 2013/2014 school year.
4. To approve the NJSIAA six-day practice requirement for inclusion of Sunday practices for the 2013/2014 school year.
5. To approve membership to the Super Essex Conference (SEC) for 2013/2014 school year.
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6. To approve membership to the Essex County Athletic Directors Association (ECADA) for the 2013/ 2014 school year.
7. To approve member schools of the NJSIAA, SEC, and ECADA to utilize the West Essex Regional School District Athletic Facilities, upon approval of the Athletic Director, for athletic events during the 2013/2014 school year pending submittal of an updated certificate of insurance and with the understanding fees may be applied.
8. To approve pre-season practice sessions for interscholastic athletics beginning August 12, 2013, to be in accordance with the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Heat Acclimatization Guidelines.
9. To approve JAG Physical Therapy of West Orange, New Jersey to provide substitute athletic training services for the 2013/2014 school year at the rate of $30 per hour.
10. To approve the following out-of-district students for 2012/2013 extended school year summer programs: Student Out-of District School Tuition Student ID# New Beginnings Summer Tuition--$9,483.30 520117 28 Dwight Place July 8– August, 16 2013 Fairfield, NJ 9:00 a.m.—2:30 p.m. 973-882-8822 Student ID # New Beginnings Summer Tuition--$9,483.30 520179 28 Dwight Place July 8– August, 16, 2013 Fairfield, NJ 9:00 a.m.—2:30 p.m. 973-882-8822 Student ID# Jardine Academy Summer Tuition--$9,867.60 532007 61 Myrtle St Cranford, NJ July 8—August 16 908-603-1460 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Student ID# HASC Summer Program Summer Tuition and Aide-- 530004 5902 Fourteenth Avenue $9,876 Brooklyn, NY 11219 July 1 – August 9, 2013 Tel: 718-686-5930 Fax: 718-853-0213 Student ID# New Beginnings Summer Tuition--$9,483.30 531239 28 Dwight Place July 8– August, 16 2013 Fairfield, NJ 9:00 a.m.—2:30 p.m. 973-882-8822 Student ID# Children’s Institute Summer Tuition--$6,839.05 520004 6 Regent Street July 1 – August 2, 2013 Livingston, NJ 8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
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10. (continued) To approve the following out-of-district students for 2012/2013 extended school year summer programs: Student Out-of District School Tuition Student ID# New Beginnings Summer Tuition--$9,483.30 540006 28 Dwight Place July 8 – August, 16, 2013 Fairfield, NJ 9:00 a.m.—2:30 p.m. 973-882-8822 Student ID# Shepard Preparatory H. S. Summer Tuition--$7,960.80 400836 8 Columba Street July 1 – August, 12, 2013 Morristown, NJ 07960 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m. Student ID# Children’s Institute Summer Tuition--$6,839.05 520917 6 Regent Street July 1 – August 2, 2013 Livingston, NJ 8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. Student ID# Children’s Institute Summer Tuition--$6,839.05 500053 6 Regent Street July 1 – August 2, 2013 Livingston, NJ 8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. Student ID# Slocum/Skewes School E.S. No Tuition for Summer 502013 Ridgefield Board of Program Education July 1—August, 9 2013 Prospect Avenue 9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Ridgefield, NJ 07657 (201) 943-4299 Student ID# Barnstable Academy Summer Tuition--$1,250 530006 8 Wright Way July 1—August 2, 2013 Oakland, NJ 97436 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 201-651-0200 Student ID# Chapel Hill Academy Summer Tuition--$9,030 302767 31 Chapel Hill Road July 1—August 13, 2013 Lincoln Park, NJ 07035 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Student ID# P.G. Chambers Summer Tuition--$9,574.80 530058 15 Halko Drive July 8—August 16, 2013 Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927 9:00a.m.—3:00 p.m. 973-829-8484 Student Liberty School Summer Tuition--$4,800 ID#101633 1 Kelly Drive June 26—August 8, 2013 West Orange, NJ 9:00a.m.—12:30 p.m. Student ID# The Craig Lower School Summer Tuition--$2,660 530079 15 Tower Hill Road July 8—August 2, 2013 Mt. Lakes, NJ 07046 9:00a.m.—3:30 p.m. Student ID# Morris-Union Jointure Summer Tuition--$13,704 402701 Developmental Learning June 26—August 7, 2013 Center 8:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. 340 Central Avenue New Providence 07974
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10. (continued) To approve the following out-of-district students for 2012/2013 extended school year summer programs: Student Out-of District School Tuition Student ID# East Mountain School Summer Tuition--$9,455.70 403116 252 County Road 601 Ext. Summer Program P.O. Box 147 July 1 – August 13, 2013 Belle Meade, NJ 08502 9:00 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. 908-281-1415 Student ID# Horizon High School Summer Tuition--$10,261.80 540024 71-77 Okner Parkway Ext. Summer Program Livingston, NJ July 1 – August 13, 2013 (973) 535-1999 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Student ID# Camp Hope Summer Tuition--$3,400 303683 Arc of Essex County July 1--August 16, 2013 123 Naylon Avenue 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. Livingston, NJ 07039 Student ID# Anderson Tuition--$296,984.40 500033 4885 Route 9 July 2013-June 2014 P.O. Box 367 Slatsburg, NY 12580 Student ID# New Horizons Day Camp Summer Tuition--$5,550 403687 8 St. Cloud Place July 1—August 16, 2013 West Orange, NJ 973-850-6640 Student ID# HASC Summer Program Summer Tuition and Aide-- 506712 5902 Fourteenth Avenue $9,876 Brooklyn, NY 11219 July 1 – August 9, 2013 Tel: 718-686-5930 Fax: 718-853-0213 Student ID# New Beginnings Summer Tuition--$9,483.30 5403898 28 Dwight Place Aide--$4,800 Fairfield, NJ July 8– August, 16, 2013 973-882-8822 9:00 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
11. BE IT RESOLVED by the West Essex Regional Board of Education (hereinafter referred to as the “Board”) that the terms, stipulations and conditions as established in the Settlement Agreement and General Release between the Board and S.G. and M.G. o/b/o Z.G., which is annexed to this Resolution, are hereby adopted and approved by the Board. The Board President and Business Administrator/Board Secretary are hereby authorized and directed to execute the Settlement Agreement and Release, and any other documents necessary to effectuate the settlement.
Enclosures 1CSE – 8CSE
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ROLL CALL: Yes: Mr. Antonucci, Ms. Bachmann, Mrs. Fahey, Mrs. Rosenberg, Mr. Rubinich, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Wojtowicz and President Laible No: None Abstain: None Absent: None
West Essex Regional Board of Education MISCELLANEOUS – June 3, 2013
The following miscellaneous motions are made at the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools:
CONSENT AGENDA Anything placed on this agenda, Items 1-4, will be voted upon in one motion. Motion by Mrs. Smith Seconded by Mrs. Rosenberg to approve the following motions:
1. WHEREAS, the West Essex Regional Board of Education participated in the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC), which is a self- assessment monitoring system established by the New Jersey Department of Education; and WHEREAS, the West Essex Regional Board of Education received the report of the Commissioner of Education with the status of the five District Performance Review sections; and WHEREAS, all five (5) key components of school district effectiveness: Instruction and Program; Fiscal Management; Operations Management; Personnel; and Governance greatly exceeded the Department of Education’s 80% mandated initial placement requirement for school districts, the Commissioner of Education has designated West Essex Regional as a high- performing district; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the West Essex Regional Board of Education recognizes the results of the District Performance Review by the New Jersey Department of Education.
2. To accept the School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill Report, as appended, for a drill conducted on May 30, 2013 in accordance with NJAC 6A:27-11.2, in the West Essex Regional High School bus drop-off/pick-up area, for Routes #1 through #31, under the direct supervision of Luisa Tamburri, West Essex Regional Middle School Vice-Principal. Enclosure 1M
3. To approve the sidebar agreement with the West Essex Education Association approving the transfer of sick days from Association members to Linda Byles- Smith, as appended.
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4. To approve a revision to the 2013/2014 School Calendar to change the first day of school for students from Friday, September 6, 2013 to Monday, September 9, 2013.
ROLL CALL: Yes: Mr. Antonucci, Ms. Bachmann, Mrs. Fahey, Mrs. Rosenberg, Mr. Rubinich, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Wojtowicz and President Laible No: None Abstain: None Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Mr. Laible opened the floor to the public for comments on non-agenda items: Mr. Joseph Riotto, WE parent, commented regarding issues with the girls’ soccer coaches. Mrs. Beth Vaknin, WEEA President, commented in defense of the coaches. Mr. Zack Bachmann, WEHS student, thanked Board members for their efforts on behalf of the student population.
Mr. Laible stated that the Board needed to reconvene in Executive Session and would not reconvene in public, since no action would be taken. Motion to adjourn to Executive Session by Mr. Antonucci Seconded by Mrs. Rosenberg at 10:08 PM.
ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION: 10:08 PM
There being no further business before this Board of Education, BE IT RESOLVED that this public meeting be adjourned and that the Board enters into private session to discuss matters of personnel, negotiations and litigation with the possibility of reconvening to public session to conduct additional business. The matters discussed in executive session will be disclosed to the public when the need to maintain their confidentiality no longer exists.
______President
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