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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 12, 2012
6:30 PM
CONFERENCE ROOM, CAFETERIA AND ROOM 210 OF THE HIGH SCHOOL
PRESENT:
Judi Buckalew, John Boogaard, Robert Cahoon, Kathy DeAngelis, Kari
Durham, Kelly Ferrente, Brigette Henry, ( 6:40 pm) Gary Sproul
Elena LaPlaca, Cinda Lisanto, Robert Magin, John Walker and
approximately 20 guests.
ABSENT/EXCUSED
Phil Wagner
CALL TO ORDER
Kari Durham called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM in the District Office
Conference room and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1a. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Katharine DeAngelis moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
agenda of June 12, 2012.
1b. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Kelly Ferrente moved and Judi Buckalew seconded the following motion.
The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
Executive Session at 6:33 PM for the specific purpose of discussion
contract negotiations with the North Rose -
Wolcott Teachers’
Association.
The meeting returned to open session at 6:57 PM and the meeting
moved to the Cafeteria of the High School for a desert reception to honor
teachers who are receiving tenure appointments, retirees of the 2011-12
school year, and outgoing Board Members.
Members of the cast of
Urinetown
, under the direction of music teacher,
Fred Dunn, performed a couple of songs from the musical.
Mr. Walker recognized the talent of the students who performed and
spoke of Noah Barnes’ participation in the
Stars of Tomorrow
competition.
John Walker individually recognized retiring non-certified staff,
teachers, and board members and thanked each for their dedication to
the students, staff and community throughout the years. Their
contributions totaled over 200 years of service.
The meeting moved to Room 210 and resumed at 7:15 PM.
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2a. TENURE APPT:
Katharine DeAngelis moved and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following
JESSICA BURGESS
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
appointment of Jessica Burgess as a teacher on tenure in the special
subject area of Special Education, effective September 1, 2012.
2b. TENURE APPT:
Robert Cahoon moved and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following
JENNIFER HAYDEN
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
appointment of Jennifer Hayden as an administrator on tenure in the
administrative area of Elementary Principal, effective September 1,
2012.
2c. TENURE APPT:
Robert Cahoon moved and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following
STEPHANIE HENDRICKSON
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
appointment of Stephanie Hendrickson as a teacher on tenure in the
special subject area of English as a Second Language, effective October 5,
2012.
2d. TENURE APPT:
Katharine DeAngelis moved and Robert Cahoon seconded the following
MEGAN McNEILLY
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
appointment of Megan McNeilly as a Teaching Assistant on tenure in the
special subject area of Teaching Assistant effective November 23, 2012.
3. PUBLIC ACCESS
Mike Virts and Nicki Henner signed up to address the board. Both asked
to defer their comments until the end of the meeting.
4. PRESENTATIONS:
Dave Murphy, Grant Coordinator, Pam Brooks, UPK Coordinator, and
Lisa Miraglia, Director of Pirates Cove Day Care (UPK delivery site)
presented the board with an overview of the educational program for
pre-school students. The reading, math, and writing curriculum have
been updated to align with the new learning standards and are
integrated with k-5 program for a smooth transition into kindergarten,
Lisa Miraglia shared textbooks with the board. She extended an
invitation to visit the site and see how much fun students are
experiencing while learning new things!
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John Walker told Pam Brooks that her efforts were underappreciated as
she is so knowledgeable and professional that the coordination between
UPK and elementary school is seamless. He thanked her for her efforts
over the years to make the students and program stronger.
5a. STUDENT BOARD MEMBER
Nolan Anthony reported recent events involving high school students.
The senior camping trip was the most fun he has had with his
classmates. He hopes the opportunity is available to senior students for
years to come. He reported on moving up day, the sports banquet,
academic awards and the girls’ powder puff football game (juniors vs.
seniors). Graduation takes place next Friday!
5b. BUILDINGS & GROUNDS/
Kelly Ferrente reported that the committees met last week with SEI
CAPITAL PROJECT COMMITTEE Design to discuss the process for developing a capital project.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Judi Buckalew reported on the committee meeting. They met with the
Board of Education Internal Auditor, Jan McDorman, for updates on her
responsibilities to the board and the district. A copy of the audit
procedure will be included in the next board packet.
5c. CONTINUING DISCUSSION
Kari Durham spoke of the data gathered and disseminated to the board
MIDDLE SCHOOL PROPOSAL
to help them understand and form an opinion on the proposal to move
middle school to the Florentine building. Preliminary steps have been
taken by authorizing the superintendent to work with SEI Design to
begin developing a capital project. All priority one items from the
building condition survey will be discussed at the next meeting.
Regardless of whether the board supports the move of middle school to
the Florentine building, there will be a bond to complete the priority one
repairs. We will also initiate early talks with SED to get a preliminary
go-ahead before a timeline is solidified.
At the June 26, 2012 meeting, SEI Design Group will present data on:
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The cost of completing all priority one repairs for each school
building
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The cost of renovating/repairing the Middle School with additions
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The cost of renovating/repairing the Florentine building
w/additions as a middle school.
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Forecast of the durability of all buildings for the next 20 years
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Building aid ratios
John Walker stated that it is up to the board to make a decision based on
all the facts and data presented, and on present and future educational
needs of students. His job as superintendent is to act on
the board’s
decision and see it through to completion.
Kari Durham asked board members to contact her, Phil Wagner, or John
Walker if there were other specific data items that they wished to
evaluate. The board must decide at the next meeting to move forward
with another phase in this process.
5d. GOOD NEWS
Kari Durham reported that the 8
th
Grade Honors Trip was great fun!
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5e. OTHER
The district sponsored a showing of the movie,
Bully,
for middle school
students. It was quite a project for the district to undertake, and the
board is appreciative of the efforts of everyone involved.
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6a. NRWTA CONTRACT
Kari Durham spoke on behalf of the board negotiating committee and
RATIFICATION
was appreciative of the respect to process that ensued throughout the
negotiating sessions. Both teams acted with true professionalism and it
served the North Rose -
Wolcott Teachers’ Association and the district
well.
Robert Cahoon moved and Brigette Henry seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of School and pursuant to Education Law, hereby ratifies
and approves the terms of the Agreement between the Superintendent
of Schools of the North Rose - Wolcott Central School District and the
North Rose - Wolcott Teachers' Association for the period covering July
1, 2011 through June 30, 2014. The salary increases are: 1.0% for 2011-
12; 1.5% plus $150.00 per unit member, for 2012-13; and, 1.9% for
2013-14. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education
approves the necessary funds for this agreement. The full terms and
conditions of employment are on file with the District Clerk.
6b. CURRICULUM AND
Cinda Lisanto reported on the final work of the Curriculum Council for
INSTRUCTION UPDATE
2011-12 school year. There will be several new members for the next
school year.
Two more APPR meetings are scheduled before June 30
th
in order to
finalize the district plan as outlined by State Education Department
requirements.
6c. BUSINESS ADMIN
Bob Magin provided the board with an explanation of each reserve fund,
UPDATE
what it can be used for and who authorizes the expenditure of monies
from the fund: the Board of Education or by voter approval.
Based on the assumption that future budgets are developed adhering to
the 2% tax cap, and the assumption that the district would continue to
use reserves to fund budget shortfalls, these reserves would be depleted
sometime during the latter part of the 2015-16 school year.
Mr. Magin will be making recommendations at the June 26
th
meeting for
fund balance transfers. Additionally, he recommended that the board
consider funding a new capital reserve fund to help pay for the local
share of the aforementioned capital improvement project.
6d.
SUPERINTENDENT’S
Mr. Walker thanked Amber Roberts, proprietor of the Palace Theatre, for
UPDATE
working with the district to show
Bully
to middle school students.
Michele Sullivan and guidance counselors provides sessions after the
movie which enabled students to discuss the content of the movie and
they were given positive reinforcement on how to conduct themselves as
good role models.
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There is controversy around the movie but it addresses a mounting
social problem in our community, state and nation. There are no easy
answers to solving this problem.
John Walker reported that after an exhaustive search by the Wayne
County Clerk and Wayne County Real Property, he has learned that there
is no deed to the Leavenworth school building. He confirmed with the
school district’s attorney that it is within the law and was common for
school buildings established when Leavenworth was, not to have a deed.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Robert Cahoon moved and Judi Buckalew seconded the following
motions. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon,
K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
7a. MEETING MINUTES
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012.
7b. WARRANTS
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following Warrants: #60 - $107,060.65
#62 - $60,011.26
7c. SUBSTITUTES
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
individuals named on the substitute lists, which are on file with the
District Clerk.
7d. TREASURER’S REPORTS
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
Treasurer’s Reports for April 2012.
7e. RECOMMENDATIONS
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
OF CSE AND CPSE
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
recommendations for the Committee on Special Education dated May 24,
2012, May 29, 2012, May 30, 2012, and June 6, 2012, and the Committee
on PreSchool Special Education dated May 15, 2012, and May 22, 2012,
and instructs the Superintendent to implement the recommendations on
behalf of the following individuals identified by student number:
12795 12194 12883 12762 12966 11872 12275 12725 12909
12672 12838 11212 12896 12914 12044 10129 09459
12722 10480 11223 11772 11722 11726 12946 12684
7f. APPROVAL OF POLICIES
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following new and revised policies:
#7550
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Dignity for all Students Act
#3410
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Code of Conduct on School Property
#8242
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Civility, Citizenship and Character Education/Interpersonal
Violence Prevention Education
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7g. DISPOSAL OF DISTRICT
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, authorizes
the Business Administrator to discard two photo enlargers from the
High School Art Department.
7h1. 2012-13 TEACHING &
Section 1.
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION
Resolved, that the Board of Education hereby abolish positions in the
REDUCTIONS/CREATIONS
following tenure areas effective June 30, 2012:
Special Education tenure area
.5 full time equivalent
Coordinator of Pupil Services
1.0 full time equivalent
Section 2.
It is further resolved, that the Board has determined that the services of
the following individuals shall be discontinued effective June 30, 2012 in
accordance with Section 3013 of the Education Law as they (or he/she)
are determined to be the least senior teacher in their respective tenure
areas:
Special Education tenure area:
Jennifer Kelsey
Coordinator of Pupin Services
due to resignation, no
employee will be laid off
Section 3.
Be it further resolved, that positions in the following tenure areas be and
hereby are established effective July 1, 2012:
Special Education tenure area:
1.0 full time equivalent
Coordinator of Pupil Services tenure area /.75 full time equivalent
7h2. CREATION OF NON-
Whereas, the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District has determined
INSTRUCTIONAL POSITIONS
that it is necessary establish other positions according to Wayne County
Civil Service Rules, and therefore;
Be it resolved, that the Board of Education hereby establishes the
following classified civil service positions effective July 1, 2012:
Position
Classification
Cleaner
non-competitive
School Monitor
non-competitive
School Monitor
non-competitive
7h3. SUMMER ESCAPE
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
PROGRAM PERSONNEL APPTS:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following individuals to work in the Summer Escape Enrichment
Program from July 10 through August 16, 2012:
Staff
Position
Salary
Mara Elia
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Colton Gregg
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Sundra Besaw
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Tyler Interlichia
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Jonathan Topping
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Delicia Crippen
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Ashley Gerstner
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Bradley DeMass
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Jessica Battist
Program Aide
$10.00/hr.
Sandy Wilson
Program Assistant
$12.00/hr.
Susan Lasher
Program Assistant
$12.00/hr.
Mary Jo Gunderson
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
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Amy Johnson
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Shannon LaClair
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Anna Lewandowski
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Priscilla DeBan
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Josh Neal
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Michelle Patterson
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Mong Phu
Teacher
$25.00/hr.
Trena Fisher
Nurse
$25.00/hr.
Avery Galek
Program Aide/Assistant
$10.00/hr.
–
$12.00/hr.
Gerry DeCausemaker
Program Aide/Teacher
$10.00/hr.
–
$25.00/hr.
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Presentation on 5
th
grade students and how they adjusted moving to the
Middle School.
Three year term for board members.
8. INFORMATION ITEMS
The following information items were given to the board: NRWE
Memorial Day Parade News, RBTL News: Noah Barnes, WTCC News,
School Lunch News, and Use of Facilities
9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Mike Virts had questions about the move of middle school to the
Florentine building. He asked what the amount of state aid the district
would get if a new middle school was added to the high school. What are
the savings in operational costs versus the cost of the local share for the
construction of a new building?
Mr. Walker told him his questions would be answered at the June 26
th
board meeting.
Nicki Henner said that there was confusion in the information stated
about a capital project timeline: when the board would vote, when it
would go to vote to taxpayers.
Mr. Walker again stated that this information would be made clear at the
June 26
th
board meeting.
Kari Durham announced that the meeting was closed at 9:17 PM
ADJOURNMENT
Katharine DeAngelis moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K.
DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
adjournment of the meeting at 9:17 PM.
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Clerk of the Board of Education