ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS

Legislative Agenda October 24, 2019 7:30 p.m.

I. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call

II. Approval of Minutes

A. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019

III. Presentations and Awards

A. None

IV Educational Presentation

A. Flipgrid: Amplifying Student Voice in the Classroom (And Out) – Mr. Aaron Goldfarb and 5th grade Media Elementary School students: Josiah Yiadom, Phoebe Woo, Jaylyn Barbee, Katie McCafferty, Lily Kauffman, Siena Drummond, Ty Cohen, Robert Whitehouse, and Taline Palandjia

V. Reports

A. Student Liaison Reports B. Board Liaison Reports C. Committee Highlights and Reports D. School Reports E. Superintendent’s Report F. Solicitor’s Report G. President’s Report There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of November 21, 2019, at Penncrest High School. The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.

VI. Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)

A. RTMEA – Sean Hobdell

Agenda 1 October 24, 2019 VII. Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)

District residents and taxpayers wishing to address the School Board are encouraged to do so at this time. Written items are strongly suggested. Speakers should state their name and address for the record before commenting. Comments are limited to three minutes. The School Board may suspend the public comment period after a reasonable amount of time. Profanity, shouting or personal attacks will not be permitted. Please note that the public comment period is intended to provide an opportunity for citizens to address the Board; however, it is not an opportunity to participate public debate or question and answer dialogue.

Questions or concerns will not be addressed publicly by the Board during this Legislative meeting; therefore, contact information should be provided to the Administration so that the School District can follow-up with citizens’ concerns following the meeting.

A. Rose Tree Media Residents

VIII. Old Business

A. Policies 1. Policy 004 Membership – See Attachment A 2. Policy 808 Food Service – See Attachment B

IX. New Business

A. Human Resources 1. Terminations a. Professional b. Non-Instructional 2. Nominations a. Professional 1. Homebound Instructors – See Attachment C #’s 2 & 3 b. Non-Instructional 3. General a. Class Change b. Unpaid Leave of Absence c. Supplemental Contracts 1. Club Sponsors – See Attachment D 2. SLMS Winter Athletic Contracts – See Attachment E 3. PHS Winter Athletic Contracts – See Attachment F #’s 4 – 15

Agenda 2 October 24, 2019 IX. New Business 3. General (cont’d) d. Transfers e. Other 1. Dr. Peter Christie Medical Exams – See Attachment G 2. MOU between RTMSD and RTMEA – See Attachment H #3. B. Overnight Trips 1. Penncrest High School Band - Radnor, PA 2. Penncrest High School Music Department – District 11 Host 3. Penncrest High School Band – Upper Darby High School 4. Penncrest High School Music Department – District 11 Host 5. Penncrest High School Band – Sun Valley High School 6. Penncrest High School Choir – New York, NY 7. Penncrest High School Music Department – Pocono Pines 8. Springton Lake Middle School – Huntingdon, PA C. Policies 1. Policy 333 Professional Growth Guidelines – First Read and Review - See Attachment I D. 2019 – 2020 Calendar Update

X. Finance

A. Purchasing 1. None B. General 1. Change Orders 2. Budgetary Transfers 3. Scrap Vehicles 4. Media Borough Cooperative Recreation Agreement 5. Capital Projects 6. All Around Entertainment Contract 7. Pocono Valley Agreement 8. JMW Entertainment Group Contract 9. MTI Contract – Penncrest 10. MTI Contact – Media 11. Overdrive Agreement 12. Arden Theatre Company Agreement – Ratification 13. Vertiv Services, Inc. Agreement 14. Timothy School Contract - #0884 15. Timothy School Contract - #1298 16. Valley Forge Educational Services Contract 17. Keystone Freedom Academy, LLC Contact 18. Samantha Winokur, Psy.D., LLC Contract 19. Elwyn Davidson School Contracts (8) 20. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Contract

Agenda 3 October 24, 2019 X. Finance C. Financials for September 2019 D. Bill Lists for September 2019

XI. Addendum A. Human Resources 1. Terminations a. Professional 2. Nominations a. Non-Instructional b. Classification Change c. Supplemental Contracts

XII. Adjournment

ANNOUNCEMENT

There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of November 21, 2019, at Penncrest High School. The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.

Agenda 4 October 24, 2019

EXCELLENCE Rose Tree Media School District TODAY 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 FOR TOMORROW Telephone: 610-627-6136 Fax: 610-627-6136 www.rtmsd.org

Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen Vanessa R. Scott, Ed. D. Superintendent Director of Management Services

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Superintendent From: Vanessa Scott, Board Secretary Date: October 18, 2019 Subject: Minutes of the September 26, 2019 Legislative Meeting

I. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call ______

Board Members in Attendance: Students: Jaclyn Clancy Arianna Fowler James Cunningham Paige Goldberg Susan Henderson-Utis Jeffrey Koenig Absent: Theresa Napson-Williams Lindsay Allison William O’Donnell Elizabeth Schneider Kristin Seale

Absent: Robert Kelly

Also in Attendance: Ron Baldino, Maintenance and Operations Thomas Haupert, Dir. Human Resources Gail Boettcher, Interim Schl Board Secretary Thomas Kelly, Esq., Solicitor Casey Cohen, Dir. Technology Kim McCann-Roller, Info. Tech. Spec. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Superintendent John Reid, Principal IL William Dougherty, Asst. to Superintendent Vanessa Scott, Dir. Management Services Frances Garner, Dir. Student Services

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 1 October 24, 2019

National Anthem – Penncrest High School Roll Call Art Display: Second Graders Iris Gustkey and Sully Goslee created self-portraits working in a large format using line and color.

II. Approval of Minutes

A. Legislative Meeting Minutes of August 22, 2019

Ms. Clancy moved and Mrs. Henderson-Utis seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 38

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of August 22, 2019

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

III. Presentations and Awards – none

IV Educational Presentation – none

V. Reports

A. Student Liaison Reports B. Board Liaison Reports C. Committee Highlights and Reports – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 D. School Reports – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 E. Superintendent’s Report – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 F. Solicitor’s Report – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 G. President’s Report There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of October 24, 2019, at Penncrest High School. The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.

VI. Scheduled Presentations – none

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 2 October 24, 2019

VII. Unscheduled Presentations – none

District residents and taxpayers wishing to address the School Board are encouraged to do so at this time. Written items are strongly suggested. Speakers should state their name and address for the record before commenting. Comments are limited to three minutes. The School Board may suspend the public comment period after a reasonable amount of time. Profanity, shouting or personal attacks will not be permitted. Please note that the public comment period is intended to provide an opportunity for citizens to address the Board; however, it is not an opportunity to participate public debate or question and answer dialogue.

Questions or concerns will not be addressed publicly by the Board during this Legislative meeting; therefore, contact information should be provided to the Administration so that the School District can follow-up with citizens’ concerns following the meeting.

VIII. Old Business – none

IX. New Business

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

a. Professional

Ms. Clancy moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 39

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:

IX. New Business

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

a. Professional

1. Lisa Muss, (.7) Special Education Teacher, Penncrest High School, resignation effective October 25, 2019.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 3 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

b. Non-Instructional

Ms. Clancy moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 40

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:

IX. New Business

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

b. Non-Instructional

1. Sadly, the Board must report the in-service death of Louise Naismith, Career Center Tech, Penncrest High School, on September 15, 2019. Ms. Naismith served the students of Rose Tree Media School District for 11 years.

2. Jennifer Clements, Cafeteria Lead, Elementary, change in resignation date to September 11, 2019.

3. Eleanor Lubragge, Cafeteria Worker, resignation effective September 3, 2019.

4. Helana Pennington, Support Staff II, Penncrest High School, resignation effective October 2, 2019.

5. John J Phillips, Penncrest High School Girls Basketball Coach, resignation effective September 3, 2019.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 4 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

b. Non-Instructional

6. Alec Scully, Assistant Band Director, Penncrest High School, resignation effective September 4, 2019.

7. Kathleen Simpson, Cafeteria Worker, Springton Lake Middle School, resignation effective August 9, 2019.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

IX. New Business

A. Human Resources

2. Nominations

a. Non-Instructional

Mrs. Seale moved and Ms. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 41

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 5 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

2. Nominations

a. Non-Instructional

1. Shirlee Ashmore (.5) Support Staff II, effective September 3, 2019, at the rate of $17.73 per hour. Ms. Ashmore is assigned to Media Elementary replacing Heather Wooding who resigned.

2. Roberta Menapace, (.5) Support Staff II, effective September 19, 2019 at the rate of $17.73 per hour. Ms. Menapace is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary replacing Cynthia Kline who resigned.

3. Carolyn Reed, Long Term Substittue (.5) Support Staff II, effective September 12, 2019 at the rate of $17.73 per hour. Ms. Reed is assigned to Glenwood replacing Katharine Gray who resigned.

4. Kathleen Simpson, Substitute Cafeteria effective September 3, 2019 at the rate of $12.12 per hour.

5. Erin Bradley, PSAT Review, Penncrest High School at the rate of $150.00 per session.

6. Chrissa Kuntz, PSAT Review, Penncrest High School at the rate of $150 per session.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 6 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

3. General

a. Classification Change b. Sabbatical Leave c. Unpaid Leave of Absence d. Degree Advancement e. Supplemental Contracts f. Transfer g. Other 1. Agreement between RTMEA and U.S. Medical Staffing, Inc. See Attachment A – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019

Mrs. Seale moved and Ms. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 42

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:

IX. New Business

A. Human Resources

3. General

a. Classification Change

1. Dolores Taylor, from Cafeteria Worker to Cafeteria Lead, effective September 23, 2019 at the rate of $18.65 per hour. Ms. Taylor is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary replacing Jennifer Clements who resigned.

b. Sabbatical Leave

1. Maureen Reuther, requests a Sabbatical Leave for restoration of health during the 2019-2020 school year.

c. Unpaid Leave of Absence

1. Albert Murphy, Transportation, unpaid leave of absence effective September 1, 2019 through November 1, 2019.

2. Louise Naismith, Penncrest High School, unpaid leave of absence effective August 22, 2019 through September 13, 2019.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 7 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

3. General

d. Degree Advancement

1. Recommend Board approval for the following Faculty to receive Degree Advancement and adjust their salaries effective August 23, 2019:

Samantha Hoke Add. Master’s/Step 7 $79,453.00 Greg Jacobs Master’s +60/Step 15 $104,330.00 Julie Plater Master’s+40/Step 13 $92,564.00 Lindsay Podsobinski Master’s+20/Step 8 $68,660.00 Craig Snyder Master’s+20/Step 15 $97,224.00

e. Supplemental Contracts

1. Christa Consadene, Communications Coordinator for Media Elementary for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $2,900.00.

2. Stefan Dashkiwsky, Penncrest High School, Fall Fitness Club for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $810.00.

3. Timothy Fink, Media Elementary, Intramural Sponsor for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $21.26 per hour.

4. Michael Gee, Head Freshman Boys Soccer Coach for the 2019- 2020 school year at the annual salary of $3,335.00. Mr. Gee is assigned to Penncrest High School.

5. Crystal Grace Green, Glenwood Elementary School, New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,160.00.

6. Lindsay Groy, Penncrest High School, (.5) New Teacher mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $608.00.

7. Jennifer Horne, Springton Lake Middle School, Orchestra Director for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,211.00.

8. Jennifer Horne, Springton Lake Middle School, Evening Concert Supervisor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $145.00.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 8 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

3. General

e. Supplemental Contracts

9. Melissa Johnson, Rose Tree Elementary School, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $580.00.

10. Robert McCloskey, Weight Room Coach for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $6,000.00. Mr. McCloskey is assigned to Penncrest High School. This is a new position. NOTE: Mr. McCloskey is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

11. Robert McCloskey, Penncrest High School, Fitness Club for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,450.00.

12. Sara McKelvey, Rose Tree Elementary (.5) New Teacher mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary or $580.00.

13. David Miller, Penncrest High School, Communications Coordinator for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $2,900.00.

14. Stephanie Miller, Springton Lake Middle School, Homework Club Sponsor for the 2019-2010 school year at the annual salary of $725.00.

15. Paul Norris, Springton Lake Middle School, New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,216.00.

16. Evan O’Neill, Education Center, New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,160.00.

17 JoAnn Podlaski, Rose Tree Elementary (.5) New Teacher mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $580.00.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 9 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

3. General

e. Supplemental Contracts

18. Hannah Richardson, Rose Tree Elementary, Communications Building Coordinator for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $2,900.00.

19. Michael Santolupo, Assistant Girls Basketball Coach for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $4,495.00. Mr. Santolupo is assigned to Penncrest High School replacing John Phillips who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Santolupo is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork. 20. Brian Saviski, Penncrest High School, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $580.00.

21. Donna Schied, Springton Lake Middle School, 6-1 Activity leader for the 2019-2020 school year, salary correction to $972.00 per year.

22. Ryan Smith, Penncrest High School, Head Football Coach for the 2019-2020 school year, salary correction to $9,234.00.

23. Ann Squires, Indian Lane Elementary, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 2018-2019 school year at the annual salary $580.00.

24. Recommend Board approval for the following personnel to serve as District Building Coordinators for the 2019-2020 school year:

Kathleen Devine Art $5,928.00 Joseph Fisher Music $2,900.00 Kimberly Riviere World Language $6,318.00

f. Transfer

1. Aaron Goldfarb from 6th grade at Springton lake Middle School to 5th Grade at Media Elementary effective August 23, 2019.

2. Lisa Muss from (.7) Special Education at SYA to (.7) Special Education at Penncrest High School effective August 23, 2019.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 10 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

3. General

f. Transfer

3. Michelle DeRusso from (.5) Support Staff II at Springton Lake Middle School to 1.0 Support Staff II at Penncrest High School effective August 26, 2019.

g. Other

1. Recommend Board approval of the agreement between Rose Tree Media School District and U.S. Medical Staffing, Inc. to substitute nursing services effective October 1, 2019. See Attachment A

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

IX. New Business

B. Overnight Trips

1. Penncrest Girls Track and Field – Shippensburg, PA 2. Penncrest Girls Track and Field – University Park, PA 3. Penncrest Girls Track and Field – Hershey, PA 4. Penncrest Boys Cross Country – Hershey, PA 5. Penncrest Boys Outdoor Track and Field - Shippensburg, PA 6. Penncrest Boys Indoor Track and Field – State College, PA 7. Penncrest Swimming and Diving – Lewisburg, PA 8. Penncrest Wrestlers – Hershey, PA 9. Penncrest Cheerleaders – Dallas, TX 10. Penncrest Cheerleaders – Myrtle Beach, SC

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 43

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 11 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

B. Overnight Trips

1 Penncrest Girls Outdoor Track and Field – Shippensburg, PA

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Girls Outdoor Track and Field team (8 students) and three non-teaching chaperones to attend an overnight field trip from 05/21/20 - 05/23/20 in Shippensburg, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the Outdoor State Track and Field Championships. Total costs of $4,000.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

2. Penncrest Girls Indoor Track and Field – University Park, PA

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Girls Indoor Track and Field team (8 students) and two non-teaching chaperones to attend an overnight field trip from 02/29/20 - 03/01/20 in University Park, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the PTFCA Indoor State Track and Field Championships. Total costs of $4,000.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

3. Penncrest Girls Cross Country – Hershey, PA

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Girls Cross Country team (8 students) and one non-teaching chaperone to attend an overnight field trip from 11/01/19 - 11/02/19 in Hershey, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the PIAA State Cross Country Championships. Total costs of $700.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

4. Penncrest Boys Cross Country – Hershey, PA

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field submitted for the Penncrest Boys Cross Country team (7-8 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend an overnight field trip from 11/01/19 - 11/02/19 in Hershey, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the PIAA State Cross Country Championships. Total costs of $800.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 12 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

B. Overnight Trips

5. Penncrest Boys Outdoor Track and Field – Shippensburg, PA.

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Boys Outdoor Track and Field team (10-15), one teacher chaperone and three non-teaching chaperones to attend an overnight field trip from 05/21/20 - 05/23/20 in Shippensburg, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the PIAA Outdoor State Track and Field Championships. Total costs of $2,630.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

6. Penncrest Boys Track and Field – State College, PA

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Boys Indoor Track and Field team (10-15 students), one teacher chaperone and three non-teaching chaperones to attend an overnight field trip from 02/28/20 - 02/29/20 or 03/07/20 - 03/08/20 in State College, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the PTFCA Indoor State Track and Field Championships. Total costs of $1,320.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

7. Penncrest Swimming and Diving – Lewisburg, PA

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Swimming and Diving team (6 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend an overnight field trip from 03/17/20 - 03/19/20 at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the High School Swimming State Championships. Total costs of $2,330.00 including registration, transportation, and lodging will be paid for by the district. Meals will be paid for by the students.

8. Penncrest Wrestlers – Hershey, PA

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Wrestlers (2) and three chaperones (non-teaching) to attend an overnight field trip from 03/11/20 - 03/15/20 in Hershey, PA. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the PIAA Wrestling State Championships. Total costs of $1,300.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the district.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 13 October 24, 2019

IX. New Business (cont’d)

B. Overnight Trips

9. Penncrest Cheerleading Squad – Dallas, TX

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Cheerleading Squad (16) and three chaperones (non-teaching) to attend an overnight field trip from 01/30/20 - 02/02/20 in Dallas, Texas. The purpose of the trip is for students to compete in the NCA National High School Cheerleading Competition. The team received a bid to compete during summer camp. Total costs of $20,500.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the students.

10. Penncrest Cheerleading Squad – Myrtle Beach, SC

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Cheerleading Squad (16) and two chaperones (non-teaching) to attend an overnight field trip from 03/19/20 - 03/22/20 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The purpose of the trip is for the students to compete in the National Cheerleading Competition. Total costs of $4,680.00 including registration, transportation, lodging and meals will be paid by the students.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

C. Policies

1. Policy 004 Membership – First Read and Review – See Attachment B – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019

2. Policy 808 Food Service – First Read and Review – See Attachment C– In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 14 October 24, 2019

X. Finance A. Purchasing – none

B. General 1. Change Orders 2. Budgetary Transfers

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Ms. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 44

X. Finance A. Purchasing – none

B. General

1. Change Orders

Change Orders are acted upon in accordance with Resolution 1997-98 – 124, as approved by the Board of School Directors on April 23, 1998.

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following change order:

a. Albert G. Cipolloni, Jr. & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $550.00 for grading improvements to help improve storm water drainage at Rose Tree Elementary School.

2. Budgetary Transfers

Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public School code section 609) when funds are not available for a proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of the fiscal year by the board.

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following budgetary transfers:

FY 20-01 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Learning Support – Other Professional Services AMOUNT: $8,200.00

TO: Instructional Staff Development – Employee Training and Development AMOUNT: $8,200.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for read 180 and math 180 professional development.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 15 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

2. Budgetary Transfers

FY 20-02 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Instruction – New Capitalized Equipment AMOUNT: $5,225.00

TO: Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $5,225.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase three additional sound shells for the SLMS Auditorium.

FY 20-03 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Office of the Superintendent – New Capitalized Equipment AMOUNT: $4,094.35

TO: Office of the Superintendent - Supplies AMOUNT: $4,094.35

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase furniture.

FY 20-04 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Nursing Services – Other Professional Services AMOUNT: $3,900.00

TO: Nursing Services – Supplies & Fees – Technology Related AMOUNT: $3,900.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to upgrade SNAP for the nurses.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 16 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

2. Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)

FY 20-05 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics – New Capitalized Equipment AMOUNT: $3,200.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics AMOUNT: $3,200.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase supplies for the SLMS athletic teams.

FY 20-06 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Nursing Services – Other Professional Services AMOUNT: $3,000.00

TO: Psychological Services - Supplies AMOUNT: $3,000.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase psychologist’s assessment forms.

FY 20-07 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Instruction – Supplies AMOUNT: $2,400.00

TO: Office of the Principal – Supplies AMOUNT: $2,400

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase chair pads for warrantied carpet.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 17 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

3. Paradise Farms 4. Arrowhead Day Camp, Inc.

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 45

X. Finance

B. General

3. Paradise Farms

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with Paradise Farms in the amount of $4,800.00 for the annual Springton Lake Middle School sixth grade trip. This trip is funded by the students and there is no cost to the district.

4. Arrowhead Day Camp, Inc.

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with Arrowhead Day Camp, Inc. in the amount of approximately $7,000.00 for the Springton Lake Middle School sixth grade end of year field trip. This trip is funded by the students and there is no cost to the district.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 18 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

5. Appointment of Right To Know Officer 6. Appointment of Board Secretary 7. Appointment of Tax Collector 8. Appointment of Purchasing Agent

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Henderson-Utis seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 46

X. Finance

B. General

5. Appointment of Right To Know Officer

Resolve, the Board of School Directors appoint Vanessa R. Scott as Right To Know Officer for the period 10/1/19 - 6/30/20. There is no compensation for this position.

6. Appointment of Board Secretary

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors appoint Vanessa R. Scott as School Board Secretary for the period 10/1/19 – 6/30/20. There is no compensation for this position.

7. Appointment of Tax Collector

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors appoint Vanessa R. Scott as Tax Collector for Edgmont Township, Media Borough, Middletown Township and Upper Providence Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, for school taxes for the period 10/1/19 – 6/30/20. There is no compensation for this position.

8. Appointment of Purchasing Agent

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors appoint Vanessa R. Scott as Purchasing Agent for the period 10/1/19 – 6/30/20. There is no compensation for this position.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson- Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: James Cunningham ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 19 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

9. PSBA Election

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Ms. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 47

X. Finance

B. General

9. PSBA Election

Resolve, the Board of School Directors elect the following candidates for the Pennsylvania School Board Association:

President-Elect (one year term) Art Levinowitz

Vice President (one year term) David Hein

PSBA Insurance Trust Trustees (term ends December 31, 2023) Kathy K. Swope Mark B. Miller

School Board Secretaries Forum Steering Committee (term ends December 31, 2021) Bethanne Zeigler Jamie Lynn Zimerofsky Jennifer Davidson

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson- Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: James Cunningham ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 20 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

10. Montgomery Educational Consultants, Inc. Proposal 11. Authorization to Sign MOU 12. SNAP Health Center Contract 13. Interquest Detection Canines Contract

Ms. Clancy moved and Mr. Cunningham seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 48

X. Finance

B. General

10. Montgomery Educational Consultants, Inc. Proposal

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the proposal with Montgomery Educational Consultants, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $4,200.00. This proposal is for the annual enrollment projections model.

11. Authorization to Sign MOU

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors authorize the Superintendent to sign the Memorandum of Understanding between the District and the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office for the reimbursement of funds expended by the District for qualifying purchases of goods/services related to the school security, up to an amount of twelve thousand dollars ($12,000.00).

12. SNAP Health Center Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with SNAP Health Center EHR Software to provide online software for student health information maintained by the nursing staff for compliance reporting needs. The cost of this service is $6,090.00.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 21 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

13. Interquest Detection Canines Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a renewal contract with Interquest Detection Canines of Southern New Jersey to provide contraband inspection services for the 2019-20 school year. The contract provides for a minimum of 10 visits over the course of the school year. Annual cost approximately $5,000.00.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

X. Finance

B. General

14. Elwyn Davidson School Contract – One to One Services #5387 15. Elwyn Davidson School Contract – Educational Services #5387 16. Elwyn Davidson School Contract – Educational Services #5406

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Dr. Napson-Williams seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 49

X. Finance

B. General

14. Elwyn Davidson School Contract - One to One Services - #5387

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Elwyn for the provision of one to one services for a student placed at the Elwyn Davidson School for the 2019-20 school year. The cost for the service is $172.56 per day and is required by the Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The student is a resident at Elwyn, and these costs will be recuperated by the student’s resident school district.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 22 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

15. Elwyn Davidson School Contract – Educational Services #5387

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Elwyn for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed at the Elwyn Davidson School for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem rate for these services is $324.18 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The student is a resident at Elwyn, and these costs will be recuperated by the student’s resident school district.

16. Elwyn Davidson School Contract – Educational Services #5406

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Elwyn for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed at the Elwyn Davidson School for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem rate for these services is $324.18 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The student is a resident at Elwyn, and these costs will be recuperated by the student’s resident school district.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

X. Finance

B. General

17. Dr. Peter Christie Contract – IEP 18. Dr. Peter Christie Contract – Examinations 19. Dr. Robert Sing Contract 20. Valley Forge Educational Services Contract 21. HMS School Contract 22. Transportation Contract 23. UHS Doylestown/Foundations Contract 24. TJX Companies, Inc. Memorandum of Understanding

Mrs. Seale moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 50

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 23 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

17. Dr. Peter Christie Contract – IEP

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Dr. Peter Christie, Family Practice Physician, to provide medical consultation services for the 2019-20 school year. Dr. Christie provides comprehensive reviews of Individualized Education Programs and authorizes SBAP Services. The fee is $30.00 for per IEP that is reviewed.

18. Dr. Peter Christie Contract – Examinations

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Dr. Peter Christie, Family Practice Physician, to provide medical services including Medical Examiner and School Doctor for Rose Tree Media Schools for the 2019-20 school year. Dr. Christie will be available to perform examinations and make recommendations, and issue written notices. The cost for this service is $9,840.00.

19. Dr. Robert Sing Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Dr. Robert F. Sing, Springfield Sports Emergency Medical Corporation, to provide medical services including Medical Examiner and School Doctor for Rose Tree Media Schools for the 2019-20 school year. Dr. Sing will be available to perform examinations and make recommendations, and issue written notices. The cost for this service is $25,578.00.

20. Valley Forge Educational Services Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with Valley Forge Educational Services to provide Extended School Year services at the Vanguard School for the ESY summer term July 1, 2019 - August 2, 2019. Total cost for the service is $8,460.00. This service is required per the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

21. HMS School Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy to provide one to one support services for the 2019-20 school year. Cost for these services is $29,000.00. This service is required per the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 24 October 24, 2019

X. Finance (cont’d)

B. General

22. Transportation Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with a parent of student to provide transportation to the Overbrook School for the Blind for the 2019-20 school year. Rose Tree Media agrees to reimburse for transportation at a rate of $360.00 per year, mileage at the IRS standard mileage rate, and a capacity allowance (number of children x annual miles traveled x $3.00 per 1,000 miles traveled).

23. UHS Doylestown/Foundations Contract

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with UHS of Doylestown/Foundations to provide educational and related services for a student attending the Lifeworks School for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem rate for this service is $217.00. This service is required per the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

24. TJX Companies, Inc. Memorandum of Understanding

Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Memorandum of Understanding with TJX Companies, Inc. This MOU is for selected students from the Linking Learning to Life program to participate in employment training with job-coaching support at the TJ Maxx store in Granite Run. This MOU is pending legal review.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 25 October 24, 2019

X. Finance C. Financials for August 2019 D. Bill Lists for August 2019

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 51

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Financial Reports:

X. Finance

C. Financials for August 2019

August 2019 Treasurers Reports

August 2019 Investment Reports

August 2019 Summary Expenditure Status Report

August 2019 Revenue Status Report

D. Bill Lists for August 2019

August 2019 General Fund Bill List $2,619,076.96

August 2019 Capital Fund Bill List $ 375,750.00

August 2019 Bond Series 2018 Bill List $1,446,249.80

August 2019 Bond Series 2004 Bill List $ 36,249.93

August 2019 Activities/Special Revenue Fund $ 9,738.10 $4,487,064.79

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 26 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum

A. Human Resources

1. Nominations

a. Professional

Ms. Clancy moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 52

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Addendum Items:

XI. Addendum

A. Human Resources

1. Nominations

a. Professional

1. Juliana Ardire, Long Term Substitute Health and Physical Education Teacher for the 2019-2020 school year, effective September 27, 2019, at the annual salary of $49,428.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1, pro-rated. Ms. Ardire received her Bachelor’s Degree from C-brini College. She is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Maureen Reuther who is on sabbatical. NOTE: Ms. Ardire is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

2. Brad Stetler, Health and Physical Education Teacher effective October 14, 2019, at the annual salary of $58,241, Master’s Degree/Step 6 pro-rated. Mr. Stetler received his Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester University and his Master’s Degree from Gratz College. He comes to us from Maritime Academy Charter School where he has served as a Health and Physical Education Teacher. Mr. Stetler is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Kelly Henry who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Stetler is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 27 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

1. Nominations

a. Professional

3. Amy Stilley, English as a Second Language Teacher effective date to be determined, at the annual salary of $67,390.00, Master’s Degree/Step 10, pro-rated. Ms. Stilley received her Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester University and her Master’s Degree from Saint Joseph’s University. She comes to us from Southeast Delco School District where she served as an Elementary Teacher. Ms. Stilley is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Wendy Clark who resigned. NOTE: Ms. Stilley is being hired pending completion of her pre- employment paperwork.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

XI. Addendum

A. Human Resources

1. Nominations

b. Non-Instructional

Mrs. Seale moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 53

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Addendum Items:

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 28 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

1. Nominations

b. Non-Instructional

1. Tammy Kinsey Substitute Cafeteria Staff, effective date to be determined, at the rate of $12.12 per hour. NOTE: Ms. Kinsey is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

2. Mary Lawrence, Substitute Bus Aide, September 27, 2019, at the rate of $16.55 per hour. Ms. Lawrence is assigned to the Transportation Department.

3. Cynthia Rideout, Cafeteria Trainee, effective date to be determined, at the rate of $13.36 per hour. Ms. Rideout is assigned to Media Elementary replacing Delores Taylor who was reassigned. NOTE: Ms. Rideout is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

4. Patty Rutter, Substitute Cafeteria Staff, September 27, 2019, at the rate of $12.12 per hour.

5. Jerome Tigani, Substitute Bus Aide, effective September 27, 2019, at the rate of $16.55 per hour. Mr. Tigani is assigned to the Transportation Department.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 29 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

2. General a. Classification Change b. Unpaid Leave of Absence c. Degree Advancement d. Supplemental Contracts #1-#4 5. Springton Lake Middle School Game Worker. See Attachment D – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 6. Springton Lake Middle School Chaperones – See Attachment E– In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 e. Other 1. Game Worker Rates – See Attachment F – In Official Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019

Ms. Clancy moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 54

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Addendum Items:

XI. Addendum

A. Human Resources

2. General

a. Classification Change

1. Regina Simone from part time to full time Cafeteria Worker effective September 3, 2019 at the rate of $14.29 per hour. Ms. Simone is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Kathleen Simpson.

b. Unpaid Leave of Absence

1. Katharine Gray, unpaid leave of absence from her Support Staff II position effective August 26, 2019 through March 9, 2020.

c. Degree Advancement

1. Wendy Clark, Degree Advancement to Additional Master’s Degree/Step 7, $79,453.00 effective August 23, 2019.

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 30 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum (cont’d)

A. Human Resources

2. General

d. Supplemental Contracts

1. Derek Benedict, Penncrest High School, Assistant Football Coach salary correction to $5,472.00

2. David Hornbach, Springton Lake Middle School, (.5) Junior Science Olympiad for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,015.00.

3. Megan Rozinski, Penncrest High School, Choral Director for the 2019-2020 school year at the pro-rated salary of $1,684.80.

4. Sharon Williams, Springton Lake Middle School, Video production Club Sponsor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $912.00.

5. Recommend approval of the Springton Lake Middle School Game Workers for the 2019-2020 school year. See Attachment D

6. Recommend approval of the Springton Lake Middle School Chaperones for the 2019-2020 school year. See Attachment E

e. Other

1. Recommend Board approval of the Game Worker rates for the 2019-2020 school year. See Attachment F

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 31 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum (cont’d) A. Human Resources 3. Calendar Revision

Ms. Clancy moved and Mrs. Seale seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 55

XI. Addendum A. Human Resources 3. Calendar Revision

Resolve the Board of School Directors approve the revision to the 2019-2020 School Year Calendar. On October 8, 2019 and April 3, 2020 all students in grades 1-12 will have a half-day of school. On these days, Kindergarten will be held at their regularly scheduled times.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

XI. Addendum B. Finance 1. Brickhouse Environmental Consultants

Mrs. Seale moved and Ms. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 56

XI. Addendum B. Finance

1. Brickhouse Environmental Consultants

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) by Brickhouse Environmental Consultants. The cost of Phase I is $2,300.00 and the cost of Phase II is $8,900.00.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 32 October 24, 2019

XII. Adjournment

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Ms. Clancy seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2019 – 2020 57

Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board of School Directors, the meeting was adjourned.

The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale NAYS: None ABSENT: Robert Kelly

______Gail Boettcher Interim School Board Secretary

II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2019 33 October 24, 2019

Rose Tree Media School District 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 Telephone 610.627.6015 Fax 610.627.6015 www.rtmsd.org

Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen Ph.D. William M. Dougherty Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent

OFFICE OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools

From: William M. Dougherty

Date: October 10, 2019

Subject: Office of Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting Chairperson: Mr. Robert Kelly

Minutes Office of Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting October 10, 2019

Informational Updates:

- PHS Graduation Requirements: The first meeting of our parent subgroups is scheduled for Monday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Penncrest Library. Mr. Harrison is currently reaching out to parents to ensure that a cross-section of students and families are represented and included in the discussion.

- Mr. Dougherty provided an update from the October 8, 2019 half-day in-service program on implicit bias.

Proposed Change to School Calendar:

The RTMSD Administration is recommending a change to the current school calendar. The recommendation is to move the Friday, May 22, 2020 full-day in-service day to Tuesday, April 28, 2020. The reason for this change is to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment for our students. April 28, 2020 is an election day and our schools are used as a polling place, which compromises the district’s ability to operate our schools safely and efficiently. Therefore, making Election Day a day off for students is the recommendation for the Board of School Directors to consider.

Action: This item is being moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

EXCELLENCE Rose Tree Media School District TODAY 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 FOR TOMORROW Telephone: 610-627-6136 Fax: 610-627-6136 www.rtmsd.org

Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Ph.D. Vanessa R. Scott, Ed. D. Superintendent of Schools Director of Management Services

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Superintendent From: Vanessa R. Scott, Director of Management Services Date: October 7, 2019 Subject: October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Minutes Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell ______Board Members in Attendance: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Robert Kelly, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell and Elizabeth Schneider Absent: Kristin Seale Also in Attendance: Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Bill Dougherty, Tom Haupert and Vanessa Scott ______

1. Budgetary Comparison Report

The District has received 71% of revenue and has expensed 57% of expenditures. The increase in other objects is due to our new bond from 2018. The increase in property services is because of an increase in technology leases. The decrease in supplies is due to a decrease in the budget from last fiscal year.

Action: Discussion

2. Budgetary Transfers

FY 20-08 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $15,660.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics - Supplies AMOUNT: $15,660.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for uniforms.

The sports that are in need of uniforms are: football, volleyball, wrestling, cheerleading, baseball, girls and boys track.

Children First . . . Always!

2. Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)

FY 20-09 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Instruction - Salaries AMOUNT: $9,100.00

TO: Curriculum and Development – Contracted Services AMOUNT: $9,100.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to pay for T. Long curriculum writing per June 2019 minutes.

FY 20-10 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $7,468.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies AMOUNT: $7,468.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to pay for cooling system, volleyball broken winch, and medical equipment.

FY 20-11 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $4,900.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies & Fees AMOUNT: $4,900.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to upgrade the HUDL system.

FY 20-12 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $4,500.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies AMOUNT: $4,500.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for new helmets. They were ordered in June, but were not received until August, so have to come from this Fiscal year.

Children First . . . Always!

2. Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)

FY 20-13 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Instruction – New Equipment AMOUNT: $3,000.00

TO: Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $3,000.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase music supplies.

This budgetary transfer is for the Penncrest band.

FY 20-14 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $1,675.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies AMOUNT: $1,675.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for soccer socks, vests, and medical equipment.

Action: These items will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

3. Agreements/Contracts

• All Around Entertainment – SL

This contract in the amount of $600.00 per event is for DJ services for Springton Lake Middle School dances. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

• Pocono Valley Agreement – SL

The agreement with Pocono Valley in the amount of $14,750.00 is for the 8th grade end of year field trip for Springton Lake Middle School. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

• JMW Entertainment Group Contract – PC

This event contract with JMW Entertainment in the amount of $975.00 is for DJ services for the Senior Prom on May 30, 2020. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

Children First . . . Always!

3. Agreements/Contracts (cont’d)

• MTI Contract – PC

The MTI Contract in the amount of $3,505.00 is for the Penncrest musical to be held March 27, 2020 through March 29, 2020. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

• MTI Contract – ME

The MTI Contract in the amount of $435.00 is for the Media Elementary 5th grade musical. This contract is being paid through the district.

• Overdrive – ME

This agreement with OverDrive Education is for a school digital library at Media Elementary School. This agreement is being paid through the district.

• Arden Theatre Company – IL

This agreement is for a field trip for the 2nd grade at Indian Lane Elementary School. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district. This agreement will need to be signed tonight because of the timing of when the tickets need to be purchased. It will be ratified at the October Legislative Meeting.

Action: These items will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

4. Act 1 Index for 2020/2021 – 2.6%

The Act 1 Index for 2020/2021 is 2.6%. The Act 1 Index for the current year is 2.3%. Next month the budget timeline will be reviewed.

Action: Discussion

5. Policies – 2nd Read

a. 808 – Food Service b. 004 – Membership

Action: These items will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

Mr. Kelly asked how much money is budgeted for the Penncrest Lions Ice Hockey Team and why the team is treated as a secondary sport. More research is needed in order to answer this question.

Children First . . . Always!

Rose Tree Media School District Human Resource Department 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 Telephone 610.627.6040 www.rtmsd.org

Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, PhD Thomas P. Haupert Superintendent of Schools Director of Human Resources

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Acting Superintendent From: Tom Haupert, Director of Human Resources Date: October 18, 2019 Subject: Minutes of the Human Resources Committee Meeting – October 10, 2019 Liz Schneider, Chairperson

Board Members in attendance: J. Koenig, B. O’Donnell, J. Cunningham, J. Clancy, S. Henderson-Utis, R. Kelly, T. Napson-Williams, L. Schneider, and K. Seale

Also in attendance: E. DiMarino-Linnen, V. Scott, B. Dougherty, and several members of the public

I. Items for Legislative Meeting

The committee reviewed the items for the Legislative agenda for October 24, 2019.

Action: These items were moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative agenda for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

II. First Read of policy 333 – Professional Growth Guidelines

Mr. Haupert brought to the Board, the first read of policy 333 – Professional Growth Guidelines. He told the Board that PSBA revised this policy because of changes resulting from the state of Pennsylvania mandating one hour of training on trauma-informed approaches for staff. He told the members that the new language to the policy is reflected in the green font while the deletions can be seen in the red font. The members of the Board did not have any questions about the revisions to the policy.

Action: This item was moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative agenda for a first read by the Board of School Directors.

Children First..….Always!

III. Dr. Peter Christie’s contract

Mr. Haupert presented the annual renewal of Dr. Christie’s contract for his services to provide annual physicals and bi-annual TB tests to our school bus drivers. Mr. Haupert explained that all bus drivers are required by the commercial driver license guidelines to have an annual physical and bi-annual TB test.

This contract runs July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020. Dr. Christie’s rate is $60.00 for physicals and $40.00 for TB tests. The District has been utilizing Dr. Christie for many years now.

Mr. Haupert also informed the Board members that he will be speaking with other vendors in the spring to ensure that the District is receiving a competitive price for these services. Mr. Haupert also stated that he is going to ask the Board to approve a new contract with Dr. Christie or another provider for physicals and TB tests for 2020-2021 prior to the start of the next fiscal year.

Action: This item was moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative agenda for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

The next Human Resources Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2019.

Children First..….Always!

Public Comment – Ten members of the public were in attendance

The next Finance Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Children First . . . Always!

EXCELLENCE Rose Tree Media School District TODAY 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 FOR TOMORROW Telephone: 610-627-6136 Fax: 610-627-6136 www.rtmsd.org

Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Ph.D. Vanessa R. Scott, Ed. D. Superintendent of Schools Director of Management Services

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Superintendent From: Vanessa R. Scott, Director of Management Services Date: October 7, 2019 Subject: October 10, 2019 Operations Committee Minutes Chairperson: Jeffrey Koenig ______Board Members in Attendance: Jaclyn Clancy, James Cunningham, Susan Henderson-Utis, Robert Kelly, Jeffrey Koenig, Theresa Napson-Williams, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider and Kristin Seale

Also in Attendance: Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Bill Dougherty, Ron Baldino, Tom Haupert and Vanessa Scott ______

1. Change Orders

Rose Tree/Glenwood Fire Alarm and Panel Replacements

Change Order EC 03 in the amount of $17,612.68 to J.R. Metzger, Inc. for required replacements and additions to the Rose Tree and Glenwood fire alarm systems which were found to be defective; required by code reviews or not included in original scope of work.

Change Order EC 04 in the amount of $5,294.08 to J.R Metzger, Inc. for replacement of two additional electrical panels at Rose Tree Elementary which were not included in the original scope of work and not located until after the contract had been awarded.

Rose Tree Elementary Masonry Step Repair

Change Order GC 01 in the amount of $3,399.08 to S.J. Thomas, Inc. for additional masonry work to complete the step repairs. During the repair and resetting of the masonry stone steps, it was discovered the masonry base of the steps had deteriorated and had to be replaced which added additional time and material to the contract.

Children First . . . Always!

1. Change Orders (cont’d)

Secure Entrances

Change Orders in the amount of $7,710.83 to LGB Mechanical for the following:

a) Change Order MC 1.01 in the amount of $692.55 to LGB Mechanical, Inc. for extending copper hot water piping into the new concrete floor slab at Penncrest HS and capping off existing lines. Required due to location of existing water piping that was discovered when existing walls were removed. b) Change Order MC 1.02 in the amount of $404.80 to LGB Mechanical, Inc. for the replacement of four existing deteriorated HVAC return air diffusers at Penncrest HS.

c) Change Order MC 1.03 in the amount of $6,613.48 to LGB Mechanical, Inc. for installation of 3” diameter outside air vents through the roof in the security rooms at Penncrest, Springton Lake, Indian Lane and Glenwood. Required by Middletown Township code review official.

Change Orders in the amount of $59,789.11 to Ford Bros. Electrical for the following:

a) Change Order EC 2.01 in the amount of $1,506.66 for installation of 2 additional exit signs at Penncrest HS. Required by Middletown Township code review official.

b) Change Order EC 2.02 in the amount of $462.00 for the removal of existing power and communications lines discovered when former desks were removed.

c) Change Order EC 2.03 in the amount of $1,127.00 for the replacement of an existing inoperative door magnetic lock at Rose Tree Elementary.

d) Change Order No. EC 3.01 in the amount of $56,692.95 to Ford Bros. Electrical for owner requested upgrades and additions to the equipment cabling, programming required to the access control system at all schools:

Action: These items will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

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2. Scrap Vehicles

There are 3 vehicles that are no longer safe to drive. In addition to having rusted frames, these 3 vehicles cannot pass inspection. The next step would be to contact a scrap yard for the disposal of the vehicles. Mr. Cunningham questioned if appropriate maintenance was done on the vehicles and why were they in bad enough shape to need to be scrapped. Mr. Baldino explained the use of the vehicles and weather conditions leading to rust and other repair issues.

Action: This item will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

3. Media Borough Cooperative Recreation Agreement

The school district and Media Borough have agreed to enter into this revised cooperative agreement for the use, upkeep, maintenance and improvement of Barrall Field for recreational purposes.

Action: This item will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

4. Forecast/Planned Projects

• Penncrest High School – Main Gym Roof Replacement • Glenwood Elementary – Parking Lot Additions • Glenwood Elementary – Cafeteria Roof Replacement • Media Elementary – Gym Roof Replacement • Media Elementary – Masonry Repairs – Phase II • Indian Lane Elementary – Parking Lot Additions • Transportation – Generator Replacement • Transportation – Bus Purchase • New School – Land Acquisition

The district is asking for approval for proposed capital projects and the solicitation of proposals for architects and engineers to design specifications.

Action: This item will be moved to the October 24, 2019 Legislative meeting for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

5. Capital Projects/Punch List Update

Meetings were held with the principals on Wednesday, Oct 2nd to discuss outstanding punch list items. An updated status list has now been provided.

Action: Discussion

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Public Comment – Nine members of the public were in attendance

The next Operations Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, November 12, 2019

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Rose Tree Media School District 308 North Olive Street EXCELLENCE Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 TODAY Telephone: 610.627.6028 FOR TOMORROW www.rtmsd.org [email protected]

Frances K. Garner, Ed.D. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Ph.D. Director of Student Services Superintendent of Schools

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools

From: Dr. Frances K. Garner, Director of Student Services

Date: October 18, 2019

Subject: October 10, 2019 Student Services Committee Meeting Minutes Chairperson: Dr. Theresa Napson-Williams

Overnight Field Trips

A request for a field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest Band (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 02/13/20 - 02/15/20 at Radnor High School. The purpose of the trip is for students to perform at PMEA District band, which includes the top student musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware, and Chester Counties. Total costs of $150 for registration and transportation provided for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A request for an overnight field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest music department (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 03/12/20 - 03/14/20 at the District 11 Host. The purpose of the trip is for students to participate in the Region VI festival. Total costs of $137.50 for substitute cost, $150 per student for registration and transportation provided for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A request for a field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest Band (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 01/30/20 - 02/01/20 at Upper Darby High School. The purpose of the trip is for students to perform at PMEA District band, which includes the top student musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware, and Chester Counties. Total costs of $150 for registration and transportation provided for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A request for an overnight field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest music department (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 02/27/20 - 02/29/20 at the District 11 Host. The purpose of the trip is for students to participate in the Region VI festival. Total costs of $137.50 for substitute cost, $150 per student for registration and transportation provided for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A request for a field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest Band (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 01/16/20 - 01/018/20 at Sun Valley High School. The purpose of the trip is for students to perform at PMEA District band, which includes the top student musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware, and Chester Counties. Total costs of $150 for registration and transportation provided for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A request has been submitted for the Penncrest Choir (~60 students), one teaching chaperone and and five non-teaching chaperones to attend an overnight field trip from 11/15/19 - 11/17/19 in New York, New York. The purpose of the trip is for the students to perform at the Riverside Church and explore the culture of the arts. Total costs for registration, transportation and hotel will be paid for by students. Substitute cost of $137.50 will be paid for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A request has been submitted for the Penncrest music department (1-10 students) and one teaching chaperone, to attend an overnight field trip from 04/22/20 - 04/25/20 in Kalahari, Pocono Pines. The purpose of the trip is for students who successfully re-auditioned at the Regional level participate in the All State Festival. Total costs for registration of $375, transportation of $360, and substitute cost of $412.50 will be paid for by the district. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

Contracts

A contract has been submitted by The Timothy School for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed there for the 2019-20 school year. The annual tuition rate is $78,000 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (#0884) • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A contract has been submitted by The Timothy School for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed there for the 2019-20 school year. The annual tuition rate is $78,000 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (#1298) • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A contract has been submitted by Valley Forge Educational Services for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed at the Vanguard School for the 2019-20 school year. The annual tuition rate is $64,625 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A contract has been submitted by Keystone Freedom Academy, LLC for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed there for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem tuition rate is $215.00 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A contract has been submitted by Samantha Winokur, Psy.D., LLC to provide a therapeutic facilitator at Springton Lake Middle School (14.5 hours/week), Penncrest (4 hours/week) and at Rose Tree and Media (7 hours/week for both schools) at a rate of $75.00/hr. These services are required under IDEA. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

Contracts have been submitted by Elwyn for the provision of one to one services for students placed at the Elwyn Davidson School for the 2019-20 school year. The cost for the service is $172.56 per day and is required by the Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. These students are residents at Elwyn, and these costs will be recuperated by the student’s resident school district. (#2196, #2589, #1188, #3266, #3265, #4107, #0646, #1190) • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

A contract has been submitted by Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed at the Devereux School for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem rate for these services is $236 and one to one assistant cost of $34 per day and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The student has a 4010 slot therefore RTMSD is responsible only for the one to one assistant cost. • Move to the October 24, 2019 Legislative Agenda for a vote.

Rose Tree Media School District EXCELLENCE 308 North Olive Street TODAY Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 www.rtmsd.org FOR TOMORROW

Casey Cohen, Ed.D. Director of Technology, Innovation & STEM 610-627-6129

Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Ph.D. [email protected] Superintendent of Schools

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Ph.D., Superintendent

From: Casey Cohen, Ed.D.

Date: October 10, 2019

Subject: Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for October 10, 2019 Chairperson: Ms. Kristin Seale

Board Members in attendance: Bill O’Donnell, James Cunningham, Robert Kelly, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Henderson-Utis, Dr. Theresa Napson-Williams, Liz Schneider, Jaclyn Clancy

Also in attendance: Dr. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Dr. Vanessa Scott, Thomas Haupert, members of the community.

Contracts:

UPS Agreement with Vertiv Services for Penncrest This agreement with Vertiv Services is a renewal for a maintenance agreement on a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) in the server room at Penncrest High School. The cost of this agreement, $1,825.00 which is built into the budget, is an increase of $35.76 (approximately 2%) over last year.

Action: This item will be placed on the October 24, 2019, Legislative agenda for a vote of the Board of School Directors.

Next Meeting: Tuesday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Education Center Board Room

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SCHOOL REPORT’S – October 24, 2019

GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glenwood has a school-wide positve behavior support program for students, which invites staff to recognize students being ready, respectful, and responsible. When an adult sees a student exhibiting our goals, students will receive a green paper PAW which they place in our treasure chest – and are eligible for a prize if their name is drawn. They also receive a gold PAW to keep – and proudly show to their families (perhaps display somewhere at home). We then periodically tally the paws (points) and celebrate with school-wide events. This past week we reached 1,000 PAWS so we held a “sports theme” day this past Friday. New this year, we have unveiled a “Platinum PAW” for students found going “above and beyond” while exhibiting extreme KINDNESS to classmates, friends, or adults. Already many students have earned this elite recognition!

School is in full swing, and we have many wonderful happenings in addition to our traditional curriculum. Another wonderful offering at Glenwood is our great before and after activities. We are very fortunate to have a wide variety of interests sponsored by our teachers. We have up to 30 clubs that students may participate… from many musical groups (Select Chorus, Band & Strings, Ukulele and Rhythm in Motion) to Art Club, Running Club, Baking Club, and Science Clubs. While most of our clubs are available for 4th & 5th grade students, our teachers have been creative and added events appropriate for younger students – for example, Scrabble Club for 3rd grade and Garden Club for 2nd graders.

School Reports 1 October 24, 2019 We look forward to celebrate the fall season, and we will end the month with our annual Halloween Parade. Families are welcome to visit Glenwood and see their students show off their costumes!

INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

From the Principal It is hard to believe that we have already been in school for a month and that we have created many wonderful memories. Student Council elections were held for the classrooms on October 4, and I was amazed by the number of students who wanted to represent their classes. Each of them should be congratulated for their courage to stand in front of their classmates and share about why they should represent them. Student council sponsored its first event on Monday, October 21, at Chick-fil-A. Families came out for a good cause and lots of fun. Our school clubs have started up and it is full steam ahead at Indian Lane. The PTG’s Family Bingo Night was held on Friday evening, October 4. We had a packed house, and fun was had by everyone. Finally, Panera at Granite Run sponsored a PTG Fund Raiser for Indian Lane, offering PTG 20% of any orders taken on October 10 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.

Birthday Bash September children celebrated their birthdays with Mr. Reid and cupcake treats provided by the PTG volunteers.

Future Firefighters Visit ILES The kindergarten students were visited by the Middletown Volunteer Fire Company. The firefighters arrived in uniform on one of the company’s fire trucks as part of its Fire Prevention Week activities. The firemen spoke to the students about fire safety.

School Reports 2 October 24, 2019

Grandparents/Special Friends’ Day Indian Lane Elementary School hosted its annual Grandparents'/Special Friends' Day. This is a day where grandparents or special friends are welcomed to Indian Lane to enjoy their student’s experience in the elementary classroom. Students who were unable to have a grandparent were able to invite a special friend 18 years of age or older.

Bobcat Breakfast The first Bobcat Breakfast of the year was held. Families are invited to attend one Bobcat Pride Breakfast during the school year, choosing one month for the whole family to attend and to get some great pictures with the Bobcat while enjoying a light breakfast with friends!

Cutting Ties The names of students who have received a Bobcat Brag each week are entered into a raffle, and the winners are allowed to choose from a treasure chest of positive reinforcers. One of the more popular choices is the chance to cut Mr. Reid’s tie off which is displayed in the lobby as an incentive. Mr. Reid loses more good ties this way!

Spreading Kindness Assembly Students attended a special assembly on kindness. “SPREAD KINDNESS” was a high-energy, three-screen, multi-media presentation designed to challenge students to become better citizens and students. This experience of music and media focused on the attitudes that lead to building cliques, tearing down confidence, and bullying behaviors. It's an invitation to look beneath the surface and to see other people and ourselves. The program inspired students to seek opportunities to SPREAD KINDNESS.

School Reports 3 October 24, 2019 MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Kindergarten Kindergarten friends are busy learning how to “hop out” the number of words in a sentence. We are also transferring that to “magic lines” in our journals. We found out that good illustrators use multiple colors as well as detail when trying to convey a story. We finished our first math assessment successfully! We now know how to work in an “office” and listen carefully to many different directions. Counting twice is a strategy we learned before marking the correct answer!

First Grade The first graders are learning about the good reading habits that strong readers use. We are focusing on rereading for fluency, looking at the picture to help figure out tricky words, and looking at ALL of the sounds in words – not just the beginning sound. The first graders are enjoying reading at their just right levels in their blue book bags. In math, the first graders have been learning addition strategies such as counting on, using a number line, and using double facts and near doubles facts to solve addition equations.

Second Grade Second Graders have begun learning about communities in social studies. They have been very busy learning about different urban, suburban, and rural communities, as well as the people that live, work, play, and solve problems in them. Students have named their classroom communities and are looking forward to preparing a three-dimensional town in the classroom. Soon, each classroom will have its very own mayor! Students are preparing for Community Day, which will be followed with a Parent Showcase for the students. It is a fun and exciting day for the students to demonstrate their knowledge of communities and the people in them.

Third Grade Students in third grade at Media Elementary have finished their first reading unit called “Building a Reading Life.” In this unit students identified ways they can make reading the best it can be by finding a good reading spot, choosing books they love, and reading books like they are gold. They have also worked on ways to understand a story. The students completed comprehension checks, followed text cues, made predictions, and retold stories. They finished the unit by tackling more challenging texts. Lastly, the students learned about their reading grit, obtained strategies for figuring out hard words, and made sense of figurative language. In Social Studies, third graders learned about geography. They identified cardinal and intermediate directions and used their geography skills to locate their community on a map while they measured the distances between two locations.

Fourth Grade Fourth grade students published writing pieces in which they identified and described what they believe is the best part of them. The goal of this project was to help students get to know each other, build classroom community, and celebrate what makes each student special. Students began developing characters for a realistic fiction story. In reading, we are diving into fiction by doing close reading activities and noticing/discussing the many signposts we encounter in our books.

School Reports 4 October 24, 2019 Fifth Grade Fifth grade writers published their personal narratives and proudly shared their pieces with their family members at our Publishing Party. In math, we continued to focus on pursuing depth of learning over speed, using number sense and creativity to understand concepts while learning from mistakes. Fifth grade readers participated in book clubs and focused on how to have meaningful discussions about texts.

Music Our first graders have learned three singing notes and two clapping notes over the past several weeks. These are the building blocks for musical literacy. We are singing songs about fall and apples, listening to music by Haydn, and learning skills for playing classroom instruments. Fourth graders are studying the history behind the Star Spangled Banner. Did you know this song became our national anthem in 1931 though the poetry had been penned in 1814? Ask a fourth grader for details!

Art Fifth Grade: Students in fifth grade worked to develop keen observation skills, vital to 21st century learners. They created contour drawings of real leaves while closely observing them. Next, they painted leaves with fall colors and made prints on black or white paper. Lastly, they transferred the contour line drawings to the leaf print compositions resulting in a striking combination of line art with color, texture, and shape. Fourth Grade: Students in fourth grade integrated the mathematical concept of radial symmetry into an art project inspired by PA German quilt designs. Students used origami to create triangular folds of colorful papers that were arranged to show radial balance in the form of a paper relief. Third Grade: Students in third grade began their study of the history of Western Art by creating mixed-media works reminiscent of prehistoric cave paintings. Students crumpled paper and added charcoal and chalk to the surface to replicate the texture of rock. They created overlapping drawings of animals on the faux rock surface after observing prehistoric paintings from Lascaux, France. Second Grade: Students in second grade began their study of the art and cultures around the world by observing examples of the national tree of India, the Banyan tree, a tree known for its use as a shady, community meeting place. Students learned about line weight and warm and cool color families and incorporated these concepts into a drawing of a Banyan tree. First Grade: First graders learned about a fundamental element of art: line. They learned the terminology related to varieties of lines, identified lines in famous works of art, and drew a variety of lines. The culminating project was a paper relief of a peacock whose tail and body is filled with patterns made from colorful lines.

Library: Students in second through fifth grades have been completing pre-assessments and are just starting their first units of the year. Fourth and fifth graders will be shoring up their knowledge of library resources. Third graders are learning to ask questions as part of an inquiry unit. Second graders will be learning how to use library resources to find “just right” books as part of a curate unit. First graders will begin learning how to make and record observations as part of an inquiry unit. Kindergarteners will begin a new unit on reading and responding to literary text.

Physical Education In physical education, the students continued to learn fitness-related activities to build cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility

School Reports 5 October 24, 2019 throughout the month. Students also worked hard as they continued to complete their fall fitness tests. The students have shared and discussed game strategies using appropriate vocabulary such as faking / dodging, moving to open space, and personal space through various playground and recess games. Students have practiced these newer playground games such as catch-5, spike-ball, gaga-ball, and more as a way to stay active during recess. Furthermore, the morning intramural programs have continued with programs such as Jump Start, PE Minors, PE Majors to get the students active and moving before school. The afternoon intramural programs have continued as well with our Fall Sports programming which includes tennis, ultimate Frisbee, soccer, baseball, and flag-football. The students have been enjoying the extra time to help them achieve their goal of 60 minutes of physical activity everyday!

ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Kindergarten This month, Kindergarten has been working hard to master their letters and letter sounds. The kids are enjoying having their own book pouches to read from each day at school, along with at home. They are loving learning about the different activities we do in the classroom, and using the technology that goes along with it! The children will be having a Pumpkin Party where they will be participating in STEAM activities that explore pumpkins! Lastly, the children will close out October with a Halloween Parade and party. October is a busy month in Kindergarten with lots of learning and fun activities!

First Grade This month has been full of fall activities. We have been trained to be fire experts, enjoyed lots of spooky Halloween fun, and worked ourselves hard learning the routines and expectations for first grade. We have "Double Upped" in math, learning addition strategies to help us solve problems using doubles and near doubles. It has been a "show and tell" month as well, sharing our classrooms with our grandparents.

Second Grade Second graders at Rose Tree celebrated International Peace Day on September 20. During Morning Meeting, the children exchanged a peace greeting and participated in a peace themed group activity. They enjoyed reflecting on the stories What Does Peace Feel Like? and The Peace Book. During social studies, the children created peace doves by sharing their ideas about what peace means to them, through writing and vibrant colors. These doves are proudly displayed in our hallway. To find a sense of peace and tranquility, the children participated in a Go Noodle segment about peace. They watched a Brain Pop on Conflict Resolution, to help them work through times that may not seem so peaceful. Hopefully the message of peace we shared in the classroom will extend to the students’ larger communities of family, friends and neighborhood.

Third Grade The third grade at Rose Tree Elementary has been very busy in the month of October. We began learning our multiplication facts in math class. We published our personal narrative stories. We solved mysteries in our classrooms in order to spark interest in our new reading unit. Students have been reading closely to identify suspects and clues to allow them to solve the mystery before the detective (main character) is able to do so.

School Reports 6 October 24, 2019 The students learned how to identify spelling and vocabulary patterns through our daily word study practice. We are working really hard to be ready, respectful, and responsible in all that we do

Fourth Grade The fourth graders at Rose Tree Elementary celebrated the International Day of Peace. The students rotated classrooms and were able to work with each of the fourth grade teachers. In the classrooms, students participated in peace themed lessons. These lessons included writing poems about peace using the 5 senses, studying the history of The International Day of Peace, pledging to be peace makers, and making paper lanterns to represent peace. Students also created a peace mural using student handprints to grace the hallway as a reminder of the day and its message. The celebration ended with a fourth grade meeting outside where the whole grade formed a peace sign together, recited a peace pledge, and sang songs about bringing peace to the world. This day has become a lovely tradition for the fourth grade community at Rose Tree and helps set a positive tone for the rest of the school year.

Fifth Grade The fifth grade students at Rose Tree Elementary are learning about the physical properties of mixtures and solutions. In Social Studies, the children are discovering the topography of our beautiful planet. The Tools for Success Program is up and running to help the students build automaticity in their math facts.

Library Students in grades 3 – 5 demonstrated the ability to locate fiction titles using subject topics in the Destiny Catalog and locating those books on the library shelf. Students in grades 4-5 demonstrated their ability to participate in pair programming using code.org. Students in grades K – 2 were able to compare and contrast fiction and non-fiction books.

Physical Education During the month of October, students in 1st and 2nd grade finished the Body Movements Unit and began working on a Tag Unit. Students in 4th and 5th grade finished their fall pre- test for the Elementary Fitness Challenge. Students in 3rd and 4th grade started a Soccer Skills Unit, and 5th grade started a Football Skills Unit.

Art October in the Rose Tree Elementary art room is full of learning in action. By the end of this month every grade will have completed their first projects. Students are now in the routines of school and have also begun using the Seesaw app to keep track of their process. Each student makes a process post at the end of art class and then views the reflects on the artwork at the end of the project. Parents are invited to look in at the work in action. By the end of the year our school community will be able to celebrate a years worth of learning captured in a portfolio! Come by to see the beautiful work of our Rose Tree Elementary artists.

Academically Gifted Program The third grade AGP students are currently working through our Advertise Yourself Unit of Study. The students are analyzing what makes them unique, developing a product that reflects who they are and creating a short commercial about their product.

School Reports 7 October 24, 2019 The fourth grade AGP students are currently working through our Immigration Unit of Study. The students are preparing for our trip to Ellis Island on October 21st. The fifth grade AGP students are currently working through our Engineering Unit of Study. The students are in the process of researching the six main types of bridges. Submitted by Dennis Smyth

Music October means the beginning of music clubs and fourth and fifth graders. This October, students joined our bucket percussion ensemble, Rose Tree Rumble, and our small singing ensemble, select choir. Third grade students began learning how to read music on the treble staff with the aid of a fun bean bag toss game. Second grade students have been learning all about half notes with the game, “ A Tisket at Tasket.” First grade has enjoyed playing wood blocks and claves to the camp song, “I’m a Nut.” Submitted by Mari Williams

SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

The following Students of the Month for October were honored this morning at a breakfast with the parents/guardians and teachers: Explorers: Henry Murphy and Zayna Alrez; Voyagers: Phyre Bunn-Phillip and Brody Burbage; Blazers: Regina Zizivily and Nathan Weinrich; Pioneers: Kyle Cunningham and Sophia Fante; Patriots: Gabriel Palmer and Cara Childs; Eagles: Sophia Donnelly and Jacey Fox; Discovery: Hayden Skowronek and Nadia Tinajero; Endeavor: John Logue and Ophelia Adams; Odyssey: Brady Huggett and Katherine Stanton

Art All students in art class used the elements of color, line and shape to illustrate their heritage or identity in a circular design. Students used their Chromebooks to search for images and symbols to represent their ancestral backgrounds or current interests. While students were creating attractive and unique designs celebrating their individuality, students had the opportunity to share with each other information about their cultural backgrounds.

Guidance The sixth grade new student group, organizational skills group and social skills group have been meeting weekly. Several members of the new student group have requested to continue meeting to discuss transitions to middle school. The organizational skills group is learning strategies to be proactive in their own learning. The social skills group has practiced asking for help during school. The students role-played different scenarios to help them advocate for themselves. Seventh-grade groups for social skills and organization are currently meeting once per cycle. Eighth grade groups are up and running. Currently there two groups, one for social skills and another for organizational skills. The 11 new 8th grade students are transitioning well academically, socially, and to the building.

Language Arts In our sixth grade Language Arts classrooms, we have worked to cultivate rich, reading communities. We want to nurture daily independent reading, logging of that reading, and

School Reports 8 October 24, 2019 having students set goals for their own personal reading. Through book talks, partner sharing, and ‘thinking’ about our reading we aim to encourage the love of reading that really can make a difference as students grow. Guided by the curriculum of the Teachers’ College Reading and Writing Project, we have been intentional about teaching mini- lessons through mentor texts and then encouraging students to use the modeled literary analysis skills in their independent reading. Students explored the on-line program Padlet as a creative writing tool to discuss their favorite books and respond to each other about these choices. Study Island has once again been implemented for practicing language arts skills. Students are assigned weekly skills in concentrated areas that align with the lessons being taught in the classroom that week. Teachers taught strategies for jotting post-it note ideas about student independent reading. Teachers used the Beers and Probst book, Notice and Note, to encourage students to look for the following in their reading: contrasts and contradictions, “aha” moments, tough questions, words of the wiser, words or ideas mentioned again and again, as well as memory moments. Once again, our mentor text, One for the Murphys, provided common ground for instruction. Though we now teach our narrative writing unit in the spring, students wrote a baseline narrative this month. This ‘first attempt’ will be used as source of comparison after many mini-lessons culminate in a finely crafted narrative later in the year.

During the month of October, the seventh grade Language Arts students continued their study of the elements of literature and applied them to the short stories and novels they read. They developed habits of reading analytically while participating in an author study partnership. Students read multiple books by the same author and analyzed how the author developed characters, theme, and conflicts and how the author used figurative language, set the tone and mood, and formatted the texts.

The eighth grade Language Arts classes have been studying memoirs and building on their experiences with personal narrative writing. Each student is reading a memoir or narrative non-fiction book to use as a mentor, and we are collaborating in class on analyzing diverse mentor texts, including short works by David Sedaris, Langston Hughes, Jerry Spinelli, and others. Our writing workshops are anchored in mini-lessons from the Lucy Calkins’ Units of Study program, and students have many opportunities to reflect on their middle school years as fodder for their original stories. Some really writing wonderful pieces came out of this unit!

Library As cooler weather finally approaches, students have been warming up to great new books in the library. The hot picks for the month were partner reads, author studies, memoirs, and a variety of banned and challenged books in honor of Banned Books Week. Banned Books Week is our yearly celebration of banned and challenged books; those titles whose removal from libraries or academic classes (somewhere) have been requested for a variety of reasons. Displays in the library and hallway showcased a sampling of these titles, while including an explanation of banned and challenged books. Students and staff enjoyed the sometimes-nonsensical reasoning behind these challenges. Another display, new in October, encouraged students to select a book from the recommended “staff picks.” Books were displayed along with the reason the books were being endorsed by a particular staff person. Just one more way to promote reading!

School Reports 9 October 24, 2019 Math The Algebra II students are just finishing their discovery of solving and graphing equations, inequalities and absolute values. They have used their prior knowledge to help them expand and dive deeper into the concept. Next, students will apply concepts to everyday examples to create and solve high order thinking problems. They will discover how they can use these tools in their everyday life. After this, students will begin their journey into graphing and writing linear equations.

After a rather straight forward, yet very important ride through Chapter 1: The Essentials of Geometry, this comfort may dwindle a bit as our Geometry students work their way into Chapter 2: Reasoning and Proof (Logic). It happens every year—“I thought math involved numbers!” and “Why do I have to prove something that is already true?” are common comments/questions. This may be the first time that the students will have to think “beyond the math-box.”

Algebra I and Eighth grade math students started with a review of expressions--writing, simplifying, and evaluating expressions. Both courses will be finishing up with Chapter 1: Solving Equations (in one variable) toward mid-October and then will be moving into graphing and writing linear equations--now with two variables. The students will review the different forms of a linear equation and solve the linear equation using a table, a graph, and an equation. For our Algebra I students, the material is review of concepts introduced last year in math. As for our 8th grade math students, they will be extending what they practiced when they worked on writing, simplifying, and evaluating algebraic expressions and work with solving more complicated linear equations in one variable.

The seventh-grade math department is very excited to be back for a new school year! We started our year with MAP testing so that we can measure our academic growth as the year progresses. After MAP testing, we began chapter one of our Big Ideas textbook, where we learned about rules and operations for computing with integers. We enjoyed learning how integers impact the world around us, with references to money, checking accounts, and temperature. After wrapping up the integers unit, we moved into the rational numbers unit. We are off to a great start to the school year and we look forward to exploring more pre-algebra concepts!

The sixth-grade students continued their unit on data sets and distributions. Students learned about populations and studied variables associated with a population. They made and interpreted histograms, bar graphs, tables of frequencies, and box-and-whisker plots. They described distributions and worked with measures of center. They also worked with measures of variability. They interpreted measurements of center and variability in contexts. Students started a unit on numerical expressions and factors.

Music Eighth Grade Band performed with Penncrest at the Annual Eighth Grade Football Night. The Eighth Grade Band performed the Star Spangled Banner to kick-off the Annual Penncrest Festival of Bands. The Eighth Grade Band performed with Penncrest High School at the Annual Media Halloween Parade. The Eighth Grade Band will participate in the Annual Media Veterans Day Parade. Three members of the Honors Strings ensemble, Megan Chan, Kyle Chen and Sarah Meek performed at the NJHS induction.

School Reports 10 October 24, 2019 Physical Education The 2019-2020 school year for Physical Education has started well for all of the students. Each class was given the expectations and outline for the school year for Physical Education. Students were immediately introduced to cooperative and team building activities that allowed them to get to know their classmates as well as work on physical and mental problem-solving games.

Students were able to see the various units they will experience throughout the year. The students will have the opportunity to try a variety of activities in Physical Education and will have exposure to adventure education, aquatics, invasion games, lifetime fitness, net and wall activities, multicultural and recreational activities.

Students received their gym lockers. Students who were here the previous year were able to keep the same lockers and students new to the school took over those from the eighth-grade class of last year. The students in addition to the locker rooms were able to take tours of the many facilities available for use in the Physical Education curriculum.

All students completed their baseline fitness tests. These tests will help students set goals to either improve or maintain their fitness levels. In addition, their test scores will help guide areas of focus throughout the course of the school year.

Science Sixth grade science students finished a unit on the scientific method. The students discovered the characteristics that all living things share and applied their knowledge by doing a living things card sort activity. Students learned about taxonomy and classification of living things. Students researched an animal and learned the taxonomy of their animal. All of this information was used in a gallery walk activity, where students tried to find relatives of their animals.

October started out with Basic Atomic theory where we met Perky Patty Proton, Nerdy Nelda Neutron and Enraged Elliott Electron in the land of Matterville. This was necessary as a basis for understanding what an Electron is and how it affects us in everyday life. From the basics of atomic theory (subatomic particles), we crossed the bridge to Energy and Electricity. Once we knew the properties of electrons, it wasn't long before we became electrified by the idea that our electricity is nothing more than the flow of electrons and getting them to flow can happen in any number of ways. After Halloween, we flowed right into current electricity and electricity production methods (sources).

In eighth grade science, we have hit the ground running with our Chemistry unit. Students spent their first week in the lab nearly every day learning how to take the mass and volume of different types of objects using various tools and equipment. Students then learned the relationship between mass and volume which is what gives an object its density. Density is an underlying theme of all of the units taught in eighth-grade science from chemistry, to plate tectonics, and finally weather. After that, states of matter were studied as we looked at the world around us and how all three states depend on the temperature and pressure to which the object is subjected. Finally, we began working with compounds, elements, and mixtures, first by defining them by their properties and then identifying unknown substances into those same categories by observing them in the lab.

School Reports 11 October 24, 2019 Social Studies Sixth grade students have studied basic physical and political geography concepts related to world geography including continents, oceans, thematic maps, latitude and longitude, and hemispheres. The students were able to use the new Houghton Mifflin Harcourt online text as a major resource for understanding the concepts. The students applied the world geography concepts to European political and physical geography. In addition, students have learned about significant historical events in Europe that have reshaped modern Europe’s map.

Seventh grade social studies students have been focusing on the American Revolution. After covering the causes of the Revolution, students studied the major battles and people that impacted the outcome of the war. Students have also analyzed the Declaration of Independence, time period artwork, and the journals of soldiers to gain a better understanding of the conflict. Additionally, Students have participated in an engaging activity on the Culper Spy Ring. After the American Revolution, the students will begin a unit on the Constitutional Convention. This unit begins with the students gaining an understanding of the weakness of the Articles of Confederation and how they eventually led to the United States Constitution. The focus will include not only the formation of a new three-branch government but also on how the issues of state population and slavery were considered in the formation of the Constitution.

Eighth grade social studies students delved deeper into Houghton Mifflin Harcourt’s United States History: Civil War to the Present Text. Students mastered using the interactive features of the text and are enjoying the History Channel contributions to it. They explored the challenges and triumphs of nineteenth and twentieth century immigration. Classes also noticed how some of the challenges of immigration are similar to those of their ancestors and some are unique to twenty-first century immigration. Classes recognized the many contributions immigrants have made to our country in private sector and the military. Students will research and present a heritage story of their choice using Adobe Sparks. Social Studies classes also used Keynote on the Ipads to create historical images to demonstrate their knowledge.

Special Education During the month of October, students worked on their Executive Functions skills during Resource Room (Core Extension). Students focused on how to “study smart” and learned how to use a variety of online study tools. The class focused on getting organized, time management strategies, and goal setting. Each student set goals for themselves for the first marking period and monitored their progress toward these goals regularly. The students worked on monitoring their individual progress by checking their grades on HAC, noting missing assignments, and creating a plan to achieve their individual goal. The students also learned how to utilize their Schoology calendar by color coding their classes and learning to add their own assignments and events.

World Language Springton Lake’s World Language students worked hard and learned a lot during their first month of school. Sixth graders in both French and Spanish classes began their language journey by learning how to introduce themselves with their new French or Spanish names; French classes learned about countries in the French-speaking world

School Reports 12 October 24, 2019 while Spanish classes created comic strips of characters introducing themselves in Spanish.

Seventh graders in Spanish began the new year with a brief review, then quickly moving on to expressing their likes and dislikes and asking others about theirs. French students also did a brief review, and then moved on to learning classroom objects. They even have to make their own Kahoot! Games to use in class. Eighth graders in Spanish learned to extend and accept or decline invitations from friends while French students learned how to order in a French restaurant. They performed restaurant skits to show their newly learned skills. Last month all eighth and ninth period Spanish classes had the chance to spend some time interacting with the Spanish Exchange students from Penncrest. On the day of their visit, Springton and Spanish students played Spanish- trivia Quizlet Live! before moving to the cafeteria for some American snacks after school. The Spanish students, their chaperones, and our Spanish teachers then all went outside to cheer on Springton’s girls’ soccer teams against our Providence Cup rivals, Strath Haven.

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Student Surveys Students participated in 2 surveys in the month of October. Survey 1: Vaping and Course Suggestions. Questions focused on the two topics above as we try to learn about the rates of vaping in our school, and gather feedback about what courses our students would like to see offered here at Penncrest as we continue to look at graduation requirements. Survey 2: No Place for Hate Culture/Climate Survey from the ADL. The survey seeks to better understand the culture in your child’s school and whether there are any issues around biased behavior or bullying.

PSAT’s All 10th and 11th Grade students were administered the PSAT’S. For 10th grade students, the test is a pure practice opportunity. 11th Grade students can qualify for the National Merit Scholarship if they score above a specified threshold.

Penncrest High School Festival of Bands The Penncrest High School Marching Band hosted the 3rd annual Festival of Bands at Penncrest High School. The event featured 8 of the area’s best marching bands in an unforgettable night of performances, all to benefit the Penncrest Roaring Lions Marching Band!

Marching Band wins the championship The Penncrest Roaring Lions Marching Band edged out Bangor High School by a score of 84.61 to 84.38 to win the USBand Pennsylvania Group V-A State Championship. This is the second consecutive state championship title for the Roaring Lions.

US Navy Commodores Penncrest High School had the honor of hosting the U.S. Navy’s Jazz Band, the Commodores. Mr. Snyder arranged the show for our students and community. This was

School Reports 13 October 24, 2019 a special opportunity, and the performance was just as you would expect from professional musicians.

Cross Country The boys XC team won the Delco Championships in the varsity and JV races on tiebreaks. The varsity tied Haverford 43-43 but were declared the champions when 6th runner Josh Senackerib outran Haverford's 6th man by 3 places. Pat Theveny 2nd, Jalen Chin 4th, Jason Abahazy 10th, Andrew Woolery 13th and Patrick Kelly 14th scored ahead of Josh. The team will now compete in the district championship.

School Reports 14 October 24, 2019 ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION

“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”

September 26, 2019 October 10, 2019 October 24, 2019

There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Session of November 21, 2019, at Penncrest High School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.

Presidential Announcement 1 October 24, 2019

VIII. Old Business

A. Policies 1. Policy 004 Membership – See Attachment A

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve Policy 004 Membership. Background

Policy 004 Membership was discussed at the September and October 2019 Finance Committee meetings.

2. Policy 808 Food Service – See Attachment B

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve Policy 808 Food Service. Background

Policy 808 Food Service was discussed at the September and October 2019 Finance Committee meetings.

VIII. Old Business 1 October 24, 2019 IX. New Business

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

b. Non-Instructional

1. Aaron Gibson, Custodian, Penncrest High School, retirement effective February 21, 2020.

Background

Mr. Gibson joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School District in 2005. He is retiring after 15 years of dedicated service.

2. Jeffrey Hamson, Assistant Football Coach, Penncrest High School, resignation effective October 25, 2019.

3. Cynthia Taddeo, Support Staff II, Indian Lane Elementary, resignation effective October 25, 2019.

4. Madeline Wightman, Cafeteria Worker, Rose Tree Elementary, resignation effective October 2, 2019.

2. Nominations

a. Professional

1. Recommend Board approval of the Homebound Instructors for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $46.00 per hour. See Attachment C

2. Alison Kotras, Interventionist for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $25.00 per hour, not to exceed 300 hours. Ms. Kotras is assigned to Media Elementary.

3. Caitlin Oswald, Interventionist for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $25.00 per hour, not to exceed 300 hours. Ms. Oswald is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School. NOTE: Ms. Oswald is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

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b. Non-Instructional

1. Shilpy Chowdhury, Cafeteria Trainee effective October 16, 2019 at the rate of $13.36 per hour. Ms. Chowdhury is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Regina Simone who was reassigned.

2. Kathleen Finn, Support Staff I, effective with the completion of her pre-employment paperwork, at the rate of $14.79 per hour. Ms. Finn is assigned to Rose Tree Elementary replacing Cynthia Hickey who resigned. NOTE Ms. Finn is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

3. Rescind appointment of Jerome Tigani as a Substitute Bus Aide. Mr. Tigani will not be accepting the position.

3. General

a. Class Change

1. Hope Kaut from Support Staff II to (.7) Special Education Teacher effective October 25, 2019 at the annual salary of $49,428.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1, pro-rated. Ms. Kaut is assigned to the Penncrest High School replacing Lisa Muss who was reassigned.

2. Joseph McGrath from part time to full time Bus Driver effective October 4, 2019.

3. Vikki Thomas from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to Regular Cafeteria Worker effective August 1, 2019 at the rate of $14.29 per hour. Ms. Thomas is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Linda Miller who resigned.

b. Unpaid Leave of Absence

1. Megan Glaubitz requests and unpaid leave of absence effective February 3, 2020 through June 22, 2020 for the purpose of child rearing.

2. Jessica Robbins requests an extension of her child rearing leave through January 24, 2020.

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c. Supplemental Contracts

1. Recommend Board approval for Rose Tree Media Elementary Staff to serve as Club Sponsors for the 2019-2020 school year. See Attachment D

2. Recommend Board approval of the Springton Lake Middle School Winter Athletic Contracts for the 2019- 2020 school year. See Attachment E

3. Recommend Board approval of the Penncrest High School Winter Athletic Contracts for the 2019-2020 school year. See Attachment F

4. Recommend Board approval for the following Springton Lake Middle School staff to serve as Intramural Leaders for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $27.00 per hour:

William Booth John Phillips Vince Eppolito Jessica Robbins Mark Homan Phoebe Simmington Mark Nixon Megan Snyder Paul Norris Alexa Tyska Lauren Perri Julianne Ardire

5. Jessica Anderson, Penncrest High School, TOPPS Sponsor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,600.00.

6. William Carr, Springton Lake Middle School, New Teacher mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,216.00.

7. Catherine Doyle, Springton Lake Middle School, Robotics Club Sponsor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,595.00.

8. Kimberly Kinden, Penncrest High School, Assistant Band Director for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,450.00

9. Jeffrey Leahan, Indian Lane Elementary, Intramural Leader for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $21.26 per hour.

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10. Victoria McGowan, Penncrest High School, Emanon Coordinator for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,015.00. NOTE Ms. McGowan is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

11. Paul Norris, Springton Lake Middle School, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $608.00.

12. Jessica Robbins, Springton Lake Middle School (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 2nd semester at the annual salary of $580.00.

13. Brian Saviski, Penncrest High School change from (.5) to (1.0) New Teacher Mentor for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $1,160.00.

14. Joseph Stephanraj, Assistant Band Director for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $725.00. Mr. Stephanraj is assigned to Penncrest High School replacing David Hearn who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Stephanraj is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

15. Ryan Stone, Winter Play Production for the 2019-2020 school year at the annual salary of $2,465.00.

d. Transfers

1. Michele Cropper, Support Staff II, transfer from Indian Lane Elementary to Penncrest High School effective October 3, 2019, replacing Helena Pennington who resigned.

e. Other

1. Recommend Board approval for Dr. Peter Christie to provide Medical Exams for Bus Drivers effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. See Attachment G

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2. Recommend Board approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Rose Tree Media School District and the Rose Tree Media Education Association effective September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2021. See Attachment H

3. Recommend Board approval to modify the existing substitute teacher pay rates to include a new pay classification of short-term substitute teacher rate of pay for working in the same assignment for six days or more but less than 97 consecutive days to $225.00 per day at Penncrest High School, effective October 25, 2019.

B. Overnight Trips

1. Penncrest High School Band - Radnor, PA

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Band (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 02/13/20 - 02/15/20 at Radnor High School.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students to perform at PMEA District band, which includes the top student musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware, and Chester Counties. Total costs of $150 for registration and transportation provided for by the district.

2. Penncrest High School Music Department – District 11 Host

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest music department (1- 12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 03/12/20 - 03/14/20 at the District 11 Host.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students to participate in the Region VI festival. Total costs of $137.50 for substitute cost, $150 per student for registration and transportation provided for by the district.

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3. Penncrest High School Band – Upper Darby High School Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Band (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 01/30/20 - 02/01/20 at Upper Darby High School.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students to perform at PMEA District band, which includes the top student musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware, and Chester Counties. Total costs of $150 for registration and transportation provided for by the district.

4. Penncrest High School Music Department – District 11 Host Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest music department (1- 12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 02/27/20 - 02/29/20 at the District 11 Host.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students to participate in the Region VI festival. Total costs of $137.50 for substitute cost, $150 per student for registration and transportation provided for by the district.

5. Penncrest High School Band – Sun Valley High School Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Penncrest Band (1-12 students) and one teacher chaperone to attend a field trip from 01/16/20 - 01/018/20 at Sun Valley High School.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students to perform at PMEA District band, which includes the top student musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware, and Chester Counties. Total costs of $150 for registration and transportation provided for by the district.

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6. Penncrest High School Choir – New York, NY Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request submitted for the Penncrest Choir (~60 students), one teaching chaperone and five non-teaching chaperones to attend an overnight field trip from 11/15/19 - 11/17/19 in New York, New York.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for the students to perform at the Riverside Church and explore the culture of the arts. Total costs for registration, transportation and hotel will be paid for by students. Substitute cost of $137.50 will be paid for by the district.

7. Penncrest High School Music Department – Pocono Pines Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request submitted for the Penncrest music department (1-10 students) and one teaching chaperone, to attend an overnight field trip from 04/22/20 - 04/25/20 in Kalahari, Pocono Pines.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students who successfully re-auditioned at the Regional level participate in the All State Festival. Total costs for registration of $375, transportation of $360, and substitute cost of $412.50 will be paid for by the district.

8. Springton Lake Middle School – Huntingdon, PA

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an overnight field trip submitted for the Springton Lake Middle School Science Olympiad (20 students) and 4 teacher chaperones to attend a field trip from 04/24/20 - 04/25/20 in Huntingdon, PA.

Background

The purpose of the trip is for students to compete at the State Science Olympiad Competition. Total costs of $550 for substitutes and $3,745 for registration, hotel, meals, and transportation will be paid for by the district.

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C. Policies 1. Policy 333 Professional Growth Guidelines – First Read and Review – See Attachment I

Resolve, the Board of School Directors review Policy 333 Professional Growth Guidelines. Background Policy 333 Professional Growth Guidelines is a first read and review. This policy was discussed at the October 2019 Human Resources committee meeting.

D. 2019 – 2020 Calendar Update Resolve, the Board of School Directors vote to adopt the proposed revised 2019 – 2020 school calendar to reflect a day off from school for students on April 28, 2020. Background The RTMSD Administration is recommending a change to the current school calendar. The recommendation is to move the Friday, May 22, 2020 full-day in-service day to Tuesday, April 28, 2020. The reason for this change is to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment for our students. April 28, 2020 is an election day and our schools are used as a polling place, which compromises the district’s ability to operate our schools safely and efficiently. Therefore, making Election Day a day off for students is the recommendation for the Board of School Directors to consider.

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X. Finance

A. Purchasing – none

B. General

1. Change Orders

Change Orders are acted upon in accordance with Resolution 1997-98 – 124, as approved by the Board of School Directors on April 23, 1998.

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following change orders:

a. EC-03 to J.R. Metzger, Inc. in the amount of $17,612.68 for required replacements and additions to the Rose Tree and Glenwood fire alarm systems which were found to be defective; required by code reviews or not included in original scope of work.

b. EC-04 to J.R. Metzger, Inc. in the amount of $5,294.08 for replacement of two additional electrical panels at Rose Tree Elementary which were not included in the original scope of work and not located until after the contract had been awarded.

c. GC-01 to S.J. Thomas, Inc. in the amount of $3,399.08 for additional masonry work to complete the step repairs. During the repair and resetting of the masonry stone steps, it was discovered the masonry base of the steps had deteriorated and had to be replaced which added additional time and material to the contract.

d. MC-1.01 to LGB Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $692.55 for extending copper hot water piping into the new concrete floor slab at Penncrest HS and capping off existing lines. Required due to location of existing water piping that was discovered when existing walls were removed.

e. MC-1.02 to LGB Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $404.80 for the replacement of four existing deteriorated HVAC return air diffusers at Penncrest HS.

f. MC-1.03 to LGB Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $6,613.48 for installation of 3” diameter outside air vents through the roof in the security rooms at Penncrest, Springton Lake, Indian Lane and Glenwood. Required by Middletown Township code review official.

g. EC-2.01 to Ford Brothers Electrical in the amount of $1,506.66 for installation of 2 additional exit signs at Penncrest HS. Required by Middletown Township code review official.

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X. Finance

B. General

1. Change Orders

h. EC-2.02 to Ford Brothers Electrical in the amount of $462.00 for the removal of existing power and communications lines discovered when former desks were removed.

i. EC-2.03 to Ford Brothers Electrical in the amount of $1,127.00 for the replacement of an existing inoperative door magnetic lock at Rose Tree Elementary.

j. EC-3.01 to Ford Brothers Electrical in the amount of $56,692.95 for owner requested upgrades and additions to the equipment cabling, programming required to the access control system at all schools.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Operations Committee Meeting.

2. Budgetary Transfers

Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public School code section 609) when funds are not available for a proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of the fiscal year by the board.

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following budgetary transfers:

FY 20-08 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $15,660.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics - Supplies AMOUNT: $15,660.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for uniforms.

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X. Finance

B. General

2. Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)

FY 20-09 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Instruction - Salaries AMOUNT: $9,100.00

TO: Curriculum and Development – Contracted Services AMOUNT: $9,100.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to pay for T. Long curriculum writing per June 2019 minutes.

FY 20-10 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $7,468.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies AMOUNT: $7,468.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to pay for cooling system, volleyball broken winch, and medical equipment.

FY 20-11 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $4,900.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies & Fees AMOUNT: $4,900.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to upgrade the HUDL system.

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X. Finance

B. General

2. Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)

FY 20-12 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $4,500.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies AMOUNT: $4,500.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for new helmets. They were ordered in June, but were not received until August, so have to come from this Fiscal year.

FY 20-13 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Instruction – New Equipment AMOUNT: $3,000.00

TO: Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $3,000.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase music supplies.

FY 20-14 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: School Sponsored Athletics- New Equipment AMOUNT: $1,675.00

TO: School Sponsored Athletics – Supplies AMOUNT: $1,675.00

RATIONALE: Transfer needed for soccer socks, vests, and medical equipment.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

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X. Finance

B. General

3. Scrap Vehicles

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the request for the disposal of three district vehicles.

Background

This item was discussed at the October 10, 2019 Operations Committee Meeting.

4. Media Borough Cooperative Recreation Agreement

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the revised agreement with Media Borough for the use, upkeep, maintenance and improvement of Barrall Field for recreational purposes.

Background

This item was discussed at the October 10, 2019 Operations Committee Meeting.

5. Capital Projects

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following proposed capital projects and the solicitation of proposals for architects and engineers to design specifications:

• Penncrest High School – Main Gym Roof Replacement • Glenwood Elementary – Cafeteria Roof Replacement • Media Elementary – Gym Roof Replacement • Media Elementary – Masonry Repairs – Phase II • Transportation – Generator Replacement • Transportation – Bus Purchase • New School – Land Acquisition

Background

This item was discussed at the October 10, 2019 Operations Committee Meeting.

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X. Finance

B. General

6. All Around Entertainment Contract

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with All Around Entertainment in the amount of $600.00/per event for DJ services for Springton Lake Middle School dance. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

7. Pocono Valley Agreement

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with Pocono Valley in the amount of $14,750.00. This agreement is for the 8th grade end of year field trip for Springton Lake Middle School. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

8. JMW Entertainment Group Contract

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with JMW Entertainment in the amount of $975.00. This contract is for DJ services for the Senior Prom on May 30, 2020. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

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X. Finance

B. General

9. MTI Contract – Penncrest

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with MTI in the amount of $3,505.00. This contract is for the Penncrest musical to be held March 27, 2020 through March 29, 2020. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

10. MTI Contract – Media

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with MTI in the amount of $435.00. This contract is for the Media Elementary 5th grade musical. This contract is being paid through the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

11. Overdrive Agreement

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with OverDrive Education. This agreement is for a school digital library at Media Elementary School. This agreement is being paid through the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

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X. Finance

B. General

12. Arden Theatre Company Agreement – Ratification

Resolve, the Board of School directors ratify the agreement with Arden Theatre Company. This agreement is for a field trip for the 2nd grade at Indian Lane Elementary School. Funding is through the Student Activity Account and is at no cost to the district.

Background

These items were discussed at the October 10, 2019 Finance Committee Meeting.

13. Vertiv Services, Inc. Agreement

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement for the Proposal for Service between Rose Tree Media School District and Vertiv Services, Inc. for a Standard Maintenance Contract on a Liebert UPS located in the Penncrest High School server room. The renewal agreement is for a term of one (1) year commencing November 15, 2019. The cost is One thousand eight hundred twenty five dollars ($1,825.00).

Background

The background for this agreement was presented at the Technology Committee Meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Solicitor, Tom Kelly, has received and approved the agreement.

14. Timothy School Contract – #0884

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted by The Timothy School for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed there for the 2019-20 school year. The annual tuition rate is $78,000.00 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (#0884)

15. Timothy School Contract – #1298

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted by The Timothy School for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed there for the 2019-20 school year. The annual tuition rate is $78,000.00 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (#1298)

X. Finance 8 October 24, 2019

X. Finance

B. General

16. Valley Forge Educational Services Contract

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted by Valley Forge Educational Services for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed at the Vanguard School for the 2019-20 school year. The annual tuition rate is $64,625.00 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

17. Keystone Freedom Academy, LLC Contract

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted by Keystone Freedom Academy, LLC for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed there for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem tuition rate is $215.00 and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

18. Samantha Winokur, Psy.D., LLC Contract

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted by Samantha Winokur, Psy.D., LLC to provide a therapeutic facilitator at Springton Lake Middle School (14.5 hours/week), Penncrest (4 hours/week) and at Rose Tree and Media (7 hours/week for both schools) at a rate of $75.00/hr. These services are required under IDEA.

19. Elwyn Davidson School Contracts (8)

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve contracts submitted by Elwyn for the provision of one to one services for 8 students placed at the Elwyn Davidson School for the 2019-20 school year. The cost for the service is $172.56 per day and is required by the Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. These students are residents at Elwyn, and these costs will be recuperated by the students’ resident school districts. (#2196, #2589, #1188, #3266, #3265, #4107, #0646, #1190)

X. Finance 9 October 24, 2019

X. Finance

B. General

20. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Contract

Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted by Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health for the provision of educational and related services for a student placed at the Devereux School for the 2019-20 school year. The per diem rate for these services is $236.00 and one to one assistant cost of $34.00 per day and is required by the student’s Individualized Education Plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The student has a 4010 slot, therefore RTMSD is responsible only for the one to one assistant cost.

X. Finance 10 October 24, 2019

XI. Addendum

A. Human Resources

1. Terminations

a. Professional

1. Erika Yepremian, ESL Teacher, Media and Glenwood Elementary Schools, resignation effective December 20, 2019.

1. Nominations

a. Non-Instructional

1. Thomas Costello, Custodian, effective with the completion of his pre-employment paperwork at the rate of $19.80 per hour. Mr. Costello is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Jerry Williams who retired. NOTE: Mr. Costello is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

2. Jaclyn Norbeck, Support Staff II, effective with the completion of her pre-employment paperwork at the rate of $17.73 per hour. Ms. Norbeck is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary replacing Michelle Cropper who was reassigned. NOTE: Ms. Norbeck is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

3. Madelyn Taylor, Support Staff II, effective with the completion of her pre-employment paperwork at the rate of $17.73 per hour. Ms. Taylor is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary replacing Cynthia Taddeo who resigned. NOTE: Ms. Taylor is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

XI. Addendum 1 October 24, 2019

b. Classification Change

1. Patty Rutter from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to Cafeteria Trainee effective October 25, 2019 at the rate of $13.36 per hour. Ms. Rutter is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary replacing Eleanor Lubragge who resigned.

c. Supplemental Contracts

1. Julianna Ardire, Springton Lake Middle School, Game Worker for the 2019-2020 school year.

2. Julianna Ardire, Springton Lake Middle School, Event Chaperone for the 2019-2020 school year at the rate of $42.50 per event.

XI. Addendum 2 October 24, 2019

Attachment A

Attachment B

Homebound Instructors for the 2019-2020 School Year Attachment C 92492 Coyne Susan 92472 Eppolito Vince 93400 Kelly Michel 93151 Lazar Alicia 92148 Lund Cheryl 90767 Naylor Maureen 92973 Sandiford Kathleen 90484 Schnaars Debbie 90912 Spardel Betsy 93299 Alston Jamar 92853 Azeff Alexis 93488 Beller Stacy 91791 Consadene Christa 92937 Costa Maria 91767 Dougherty Brian 90916 Ford Noreen 91479 Grace-Green Crystal 92687 Grouzes Christopher 92446 Hobdell Sean 92945 Jacien Charles 93151 Lazar Alicia 90060 Millette Brenda 93073 Muss Lisa 93061 Neff Annie 90223 Sitkowski Lee 93295 Skinner Kate 92097 Smith Jeremy 92528 Strevig Jodi 10/23/19

Attachmnt D 2019-2020 ELEMENTARY CLUBS 2019-2020 UNIT SUPPLEMENTAL STEP RATE UNITS SALARY GLENWOOD SELECT CHORUS KATHRYN HONG 8 3 162 8 $1,296.00 HANDBELLS KATHRYN HONG 6 2 152 1 $152.00 UKULEE ORFF KATHERYN HONG 3 1 145 2 $290.00 NEWSPAPER CLUB CRYSTAL GRACE-GREEN 8 3 162 8 $1,296.00 STUDENT AMBASSADOR CLUB KAREN MAHER 4 2 152 3 $456.00 STUDENT AMBASSADOR CLUB KATHERINE MEGAHEY 3 1 145 3 $435.00 LEGO/ROBOTICS CLUB ANTHONY GRISILLO 8 3 162 2 $324.00 ENVIRO CLUB CHARLES KEELER 8 3 162 3 $486.00 READING OLYMPICS RACHEL PINSLEY 8 3 162 2 $324.00 READING OLYMPICS JULIE PLATER 1 2 145 2 $290.00 RHYTHM IN MOTION KATHRYN HONG 8 3 162 4 $648.00 SCRABBLE ELLEN MORETZSOHN 2 1 145 2 $290.00 SCRABBLE RACHEL PINSLEY 8 3 162 2 $324.00 BAND DIRECTOR ANDREW BUGOSH 8 3 162 4 $648.00 ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR JAMES WALLS 8 3 162 2 $324.00 ART CLUB KEITH SHARP 7 3 162 4 $648.00 VIDEO CLUB CRYSTAL GRACE-GREEN 7 3 162 3 $486.00 ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUB MEGHAN COYNE 5 2 152 4 $608.00 4th GRADE TALENT SHOW KORTNE MAZZELLA 1 1 145 3 $435.00 DANCE CLUB THERESA CROWLEY 4 2 152 2 $304.00 DANCE CLUB HEATHER GALLAGHER 3 1 145 2 $290.00 CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB MARIA SALERA 4 2 152 4 $608.00 MATH 24 CLUB CRYSTAL GRACE-GREEN 2 1 145 1 $145.00 GARDEN CLUB KEITH SHARP 2 1 145 1 $145.00 GARDEN CLUB JANICE VANESS 2 1 145 1 $145.00 GRIT CLUB TABATHA BRUNO 1 1 145 1 $145.00 GRIT CLUB ANN SQUIRES 1 1 145 1 $145.00 GRIT CLUB ASHLEY KLECKNER 1 1 145 1 $145.00 BIRTHDAY CLUB BASH LAURA AMOROSO 1 1 145 1 $145.00 YOU CAN DO THE CUBE CHARLES KEELER 1 1 145 2 $290.00 MAKING MOSAICS WITH THE RUBIKS CUBECHARLES KEELER 1 1 145 2 $290.00 YOU BE THE CHEMIST CHARLES KEELER 1 1 145 2 $290.00 MATH FACTS MARIANNE DABROWSKI 1 1 145 1 $145.00

ROSE TREE SELECT CHORUS MARI WILLIAMS 3 1 145 8 $1,160.00 Chorus Theatre Club MARI WILLIAMS 3 1 145 8 $1,160.00 KIDS CLUB JEAN MCPHEETERS 10+ 4 173 8 $1,384.00 RT Rumble Club MARI WILLIAMS 3 1 145 4 $580.00 ENVIROCHALLENGE MAUREEN VAN ZANT 7 3 162 3 $486.00 ENVIROCHALLENGE HOLLY CLARK 8 3 162 3 $486.00 ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR JAMES WALLS 8 3 162 2 $324.00 BAND DIRECTOR JON BOYLE 8 3 162 4 $648.00 STUDENT COUNCIL JEAN MCPHEETERS 7 3 162 6 $972.00 CHESS CLUB MATTHEW MOORE 5 2 152 4 $608.00 ART CLUB HANNAH RICHARDSON 5 2 152 8 $1,216.00 BOARD GAME CLUB MATTHEW MOORE 2 1 145 4 $580.00 ORFF CLUB MARI WILLIAMS 2 1 145 4 $580.00 10/18/19

Attachmetn D 2019-2020 ELEMENTARY CLUBS 2019-2020 UNIT SUPPLEMENTAL STEP RATE UNITS SALARY MEDIA ELEMENTARY CHORUS JEANETTE VERDEUR 10+ 4 173 8 $1,384.00 CHESS CLUB INSTRUCTOR BRENDA MILLETTE 4 2 152 4 $608.00 CHESS CLUB INSTRUCTOR FRANCESCA COOK 3 1 145 4 $580.00 CHIME (HANDBELL) CLUB (WINTER ) JEANETTE VERDEUR 6 2 152 4 $608.00 ART CLUB KAREN BELLAMY 7 3 162 2 $324.00 BAND DIRECTOR ANDREW BUGOSH 8 3 162 4 $648.00 ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR JAMES WALLS 8 3 162 2 $324.00 CULTURE CLUB AARON GOLDFARB 1 145 2 $290.00 HOME CLUB PATRICK MURPHY 8 3 162 6 $972.00 ENVIROCHALLENGE DENIM SENAVITIS 3 1 145 1 $145.00 ENVIROCHALLENGE AARON GOLDFARB 1 1 145 1 $145.00 READING OLYMPICS DENEA BRUCE 1 1 145 6 $870.00 READING OLYMPICS BRENDA MILLETTE 6 2 152 8 $1,216.00 READING CLUB DENEA BRUCE 3 1 145 2 $290.00 READING CLUB AARON GOLDFARB 3 1 145 2 $290.00 LIBRARY ASSISTANTS DENEA BRUCE 2 1 145 2 $290.00 THEATRE TECH CLUB PATRICK MURPHY 4 2 152 2 $304.00 5TH GRADE MUSICAL JEANETTE VERDEUR 7 3 162 8 $1,296.00

INDIAN LANE CHORUS/THEATER CLUB D. SIKORSKI 3 1 145 4 $580.00 5TH GRADE MUSICAL D. SIKORSKI 2 1 145 4 $580.00 STUDENT COUNCIL R. LEWIS 8 3 162 1 $162.00 STUDENT COUNCIL J. ARBUTINA 10+ 4 173 1 $173.00 STUDENT COUNCIL L. SITKOWSKI 8 3 162 1 $162.00 ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUB K. MEILE 3 1 145 8 $1,160.00 BEL CANTO BOBCATS CLUB D. SIKORSKI 3 1 145 8 $1,160.00 BOARD GAMES CLUB K. DEVINE 7 3 162 3 $486.00 BOARD GAMES CLUB J. ZIEGLER 2 1 145 2 $290.00 BOBCACK BOOM! D. SIKORSKI 3 1 145 2 $290.00 BROADCAST CLUB D. SIKORSKI 3 1 145 8 $1,160.00 BROADCAST CLUB T. HATTON 8 3 162 8 $1,296.00 GARDEN CLUB K. DEVINE 6 2 152 2 $304.00 HANDCHIME ENSEMBLE CLUB D. SIKORSKI 8 3 162 2 $324.00 READING OLYMPICS CLUB A. WASHINGTON 8 3 162 1.5 $243.00 READING OLYMPICS CLUB T. HATTON 8 3 162 1.5 $243.00 READING OLYMPICS CLUB ANN SQUIRES 4 2 152 2 $228.00 SKETCHBOOK CLUB K. DEVINE 8 3 162 8 $1,296.00 ENVIROCHALLENGE J. ARBUTINA 1 1 145 2 $290.00 BAND DIRECTOR J. BOYLE 8 3 162 4 $648.00 ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR J. WALLS 8 3 162 2 $324.00 10/24/19

2019-2020 SPRINGTON LAKE WINTER ATHLETIC Attachment E SUPPLEMENTALS 2019-2020 STEP RATE UNITS SALARY

BASKETBALL BOYS - 7TH GRADE WILLIAM CARR 10+ 4 173 21 $3,633.00 BASKETBALL BOYS - 8TH GRADE ANDREW VIRTUE 10+ 4 173 21 $3,633.00

BASKETBALL GIRLS - 7TH GRADE KATHLEEN RODGERS 1 1 145 21 $3,045.00 BASKETBALL GIRLS - 8TH GRADE LAUREN PERRI 1 1 145 21 $3,045.00

WRESTLING HEAD COACH (.5) NICK DORTONE 2 1 145 21 $3,045.00 WRESTLING ASST COACH JACK HORAN* 1 1 145 17 $2,465.00

CHEERLEADING COACH WINTER AMY MILLAR 1 1 145 18 $2,610.00

*PENDING COMPLETION OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT PAPERWORK 10/23/19

2019-2020 PENNCREST ATHLETIC Attachment F SUPPLEMENTALS - WINTER 2019-2020 STEP RATE UNITS

BASKETBALL BOYS VARSITY COACH Michael Doyle 10+ 4 173 44 $7,612.00 BASKETBALL BOYS ASST COACH William Cassidy* 1 1 145 22.25 $3,226.25 BASKETBALL BOYS ASST COACH Sean Tait 3 1 145 22.25 $3,226.25 BASKETBALL BOYS ASST COACH Rahmi Halaby* 1 1 145 22.25 $3,226.25 BASKETBALL HEAD FRESH COACH Sean Mayo 2 1 145 22.25 $3,226.25

BASKETBALL HEAD GIRLS COACH LEAH SHUMOSKI 1 3 162 44 $7,128.00 BASKETBALL ASST GIRLS COACH Katherine Russo 2 1 145 31 $4,495.00 BASKETBALL ASST GIRLS COACH Michael Santolupo 1 1 145 31 $4,495.00 BASKETBALL FRESH GIRLS COACH Brendan Echoltz 2 1 145 27 $3,915.00

INDOOR TRACK BOYS HEAD COACH George Munro 10+ 4 173 34 $5,882.00 INDOOR TRACK BOYS ASST COACH Robert Brown 10+ 4 173 26 $4,498.00 INDOOR TRACK GIRLS ASST COACH Zach Musselman 5 2 152 26 $3,952.00 INDOOR TRACK GIRLS HEAD COACH Arthur Leach 3 1 145 34 $4,930.00

SWIMMING GIRLS HEAD COACH Felicia Sloyer 4 2 152 31 $4,712.00 SWIMMING BOYS HEADCOACH Daniel Apostolu 4 2 152 31 $4,712.00 Asst Swim Coach Vacant 1 145 25 DIVING COACH James Rightley Jr 2 1 145 20 $2,900.00

WRESTLING HEAD COACH Steven Resnick 5 2 152 44 $6,688.00 WRESTLING ASST COACH Robert Marsden 3 1 145 31 $4,495.00 WRESTLING ASST COACH Vacant 1 145 31 $4,495.00

CHEERLEADING HEAD WINTER COACH Gina Lucente 6 2 152 16 $2,432.00 CHEERLEADING ASST WINTER COACH Jennifer Moppert 4 2 152 13 $1,976.00 CHEERLEADING ASST WINTER COACH Kaitlyn Kelly 2 1 145 13 $1,885.00

*Being hired pending completion of pre-employment paperwork. Attachment G

ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

MEDICAL EXAMINERS CONTRACT

THIS AGREEMENT entered into this 24th day of October 2019, between Rose Tree Media School Board, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, and Dr. Peter N. Christie, D.O. hereinafter called the Medical Examiner to provide examinations for bus drivers as called upon.

WITNESSETH: 1. The Rose Tree Media School Board agrees to pay Dr. Peter N. Christie, D.O. $60 per full bus driver examinations and $40 per Mantoux-PPD beginning July 1, 2019.

2. Either party may cancel this contract on ninety days notice.

3. This contract terminates June 30, 2020.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said partiesto this agreement have hereunto set their hands and seals the day and year first above written.

ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Peter N. Christie, D. 0. School Board President Medical Examiner of School

School Board Secretary

October 24, 2019 Date Attachment H

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ROSERT TREE MEDIA(\)'1 SCHOOL DISTRICT Attachment I Book Policy Manual

Section 300 Employees

Title Professional Growth Guidelines

Code 333

Status First Reading - Review

Adopted December 22, 2016

Last Reviewed October 10, 2019

Authoritv

Continued professional study and inservice training for administrative , professional and support employees are prerequisites for continued professional development and enhanced ability to complete responsibilities.

Continuing_Qrofesssional study: and inservice training for administrative,_Qrofessional and SUQP-Ort emQloy:ees are Qrereguisites for Qrofessional develoQment, enhanced ability: to complete resQonsibilities and maintain certification.

The Board encourages district employees to further their professional and personal advancement through graduate study, inservice training, conference attendance, and professional development activities. [1] [2] [1]

Guidelines

GraduateLSRecial Courses

Only courses of study that are preapproved shall be eligible for reimbursement by the district or a change in compensation for the employee. Documentary evidence of satisfactory completion of all study programs shall be required.

Reimbursement for credits for approved graduate study or special courses shall be made in accordance with terms of the administrative compensation plan or an individual contract, or collective bargaining agreement.

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