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UnOfficial and UnApproved
NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
OCTOBER 23, 2007 7:00 PM GYMNASIUM OF THE FLORENTINE HENDRICK ELEM. SCHOOL
PRESENT: Edward Magin, Judi Buckalew, Robert Cahoon, Kathy DeAngelis, Mindy
DeBadts, Kelly Ferrente, Nickoline Henner, Cliff Parton, Ora Rothfuss, III
Lucinda Miner, Robert Magin, Jan McDorman and 10 guests
ABSENT/EXCUSED:
1. CALL TO ORDER: Ed Magin called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm and led the Pledge of
Allegiance in the Gymnasium of the Florentine Hendrick Elementary School.
1a. PRESENTATION/ John Freer from the Wolcott Village Board spoke to the Board of Education
REQUEST regarding the Dr. Chan Garden/Nature Center Park that is being developed on
VILLAGE OF WOLCOTT: Wilson Street in Wolcott. A parcel of woods owned by the District merges
with the woods being developed for the site. TheVillage of Wolcott would
like approval from the Board of Education to use the school district property
which adjoins the site for enhancement of the park. An entrance point would
be located on school property for exclusive school use. The Village of
Wolcott is inviting the North Rose-Wolcott School District to become
involved by participating in this community project. Possibilities for student
involvement include maintaining and updating nature stations that will be
placed along trails for the purpose of identifying plants, trees, birds and
animals. A shallow pond where various aquatic life could be maintained,
monitored and identified is a possibility in the future. Student paintings and
murals would be a wonderful addition. Students that study Earth Science,
Environmental Awareness, Biology or anyone having interest in the outdoor
environment should take advantage of this opportunity. The regular patrolling
of police will ensure safety at the park.
FURTHER N. Henner moved and O. Rothfuss, III seconded the following motion. The
DEVLOPEMENT OF vote was unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, M.
DR. CHAN’S PARK USING DeBadts, K. Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III voted yes.
SCHOOL DISTRICT
ADJOINING LAND Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, agrees with the
concept of the Village of Wolcott using school district property which adjoins
the site of the Dr. Chan Memorial Garden/Nature Trail park for park
enhancement, and encourages Mr. Freer and the Village of Wolcott to continue
in the planning stages set forth in this presentation.
3. PRESENTATION: Dr. Joseph Marinelli, W-FL BOCES District Superintendent, accompanied by
DR. MARINELLI Patrick Crowe, W-FL BOCES Board
BOCES Board with an update on numerous programs, activities, and services provided
to our students and staff through BOCES. Areas discussed were the Technical,
Career and Continuing Education program, the Special and Alternative
Education program, Staff Development and Instructional Technology, and
Educational Technology Services. He also spoke about accomplishments that
the region has made in state assessments.
Susan Snyder, High School Senior, spoke about her experience in the BOCES
New Vision Medical Careers program. Susan mentioned that there are
presently twelve students from W-FL BOCES that attend the Career
Exploration program housed at the Newark Wayne Community Hospital. This
program is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge of the medical field
by participating in clinical areas under the guidance and direction of a mentor.
1e. NATIONAL SCHOOL The week of October 22-October 26, 2007 was chosen by Govenor
BOARD MEMBER Eliot Spitzer as School Board Recognition Week, with intent to honor school
RECOGNITION WEEK: Board members for their dedicated service to the children of New York State.
Each school in our District honored the Board of Education differently. Gifts
of stationery were made by the HS Art Department, and delicious baked goods
and goody bags were given by the MS. A lovely necklace and “gold” olympic
cone which followed the reading incentive theme came from NRE, and a large
banner created and signed by FHE children was delightfully received. In
addition to these items, Board members were given umbrellas, caps, and
certificates from the District. All of these gifts were given to show
appreciation and thankfulness to Board members for their commitment to our
students and community.
1b. BUILDING TOUR: Mrs. Haensch led the Board of Education on a tour through the Florentine
Hendrick Elementary School. The Main Office, Principal’s Office, Cafeteria,
classrooms and Gymnasium were visited. Student work was displayed in the
hallways. Mrs. Haensch encouraged Board members to schedule a building
tour during the school day when children are present in the building.
1c. APPROVAL OF B. Cahoon moved and C. Parton seconded the following motion.
AGENDA: The vote was unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis,
M. DeBadts, K. Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III 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 October 23, 2007.
1d. BOARD DELEGATES C. Parton moved and M. DeBadts seconded the following motion. The vote
POWER TO AUTHORIZE was unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, M.
BOE MEMBER WORKSHOP DeBadts, K. Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III voted yes.
ATTENDANCE TO BOE
PRESIDENT: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, delegates the power
to authorize Board member attendance at conferences, conventions and
workshops, to the President of the Board of Education for the 2007-2008
school year.
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2. PUBLIC ACCESS: Mr. Paul Statsky is pleased to announce that membership of the PTSA
continues to rise.
The PTSA has been active recently in the District. They have participated in
the Halloween Party and the Roller Skating Party.
A “Parent University” workshop sponsored by the PTSA will be offered to the
community and will focus on communication skills and improving
4a. OTHER GOOD NEWS OF Nicki Henner and Mindy DeBadts worked at the PTSA sponsored Cougar
THE DISTRICT: Challenge 5K Run-Walk event. It was a fun, successful event which exceeded
expectations having100 participants involved.
4d. OTHER:
5a. SUPERINTENDENT’S Mrs. Miner reported on the successful Go Home Early Bus Drill that took
UPDATE: place October 22, 2007. The purpose of the drill is to have all students board
buses and have attendance taken within a 15 minute time frame.
There was a brief discussion of an article on SAT scores that was compiled by
local Superintendents and reported in the newspaper.
Also mentioned was a monetary incentive that the Lyons School District is
offering to employees who move into their school district.
Mrs. Miner reported that the new email server has been installed.
5b. BUSINESS Mr. Magin reported that the District is taking preventative measurers to keep
ADMINISTRATOR’S our students healthy in regards to the MRSA virus. Special disinfectant
UPDATE: cleaners have been ordered and will be used on door knobs, table tops, etc.
Hand sanitizer dispensers will be installed on walls where children can access
them. It was suggested that the Nurse in each building talk to students about
viruses and how to prevent spreading them.
Ray Wager’s firm finished the District audit one week ago. The draft was
received today. Mr. Magin reported that the District is in good financial shape.
The State auditors are at the District Office daily and are making progressing
with their audit.
6a. MEETING MINUTES N. Henner moved and K. DeAngelis seconded the following motion.
October 9, 2007 The vote was unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis,
M. DeBadts, K. Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III voted yes.
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 October 9, 2007, with the correction of made to item #4c.
Kelly Ferrente participated in the Special Education workshop along with
Kathy DeAngelis and Angela Kirkey. Mrs. Ferrente arrived at the meeting at
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8:20 pm during Executive Session, and took part in voting to adjourn the
meeting.
7. CONSENT AGENDA M. DeBadts moved and C. Parton seconded the following motion.
The vote was unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis,
M. DeBadts, K. Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III voted yes.
7a. WARRANTS: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
the Superintendent of School and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following Warrant:
Warrant #0015 $385,930.47
7b. 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.
7c. RECOMMENDATIONS Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
FROM CSE: Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
recommendations from the Committee on Special Education dated September
27, 2007, October 4, 2007 and October 5, 2007, and instructs the
Superintendent to implement the recommendations on behalf of the following
individuals identified by student number:
11935 11884 07892 08250 09860 09202 08133 11349 11318
10307 11900 11523 10639 11119 10338 10389 10592 10918
11833 10830 10232 11599 11924
7d1. RESIGNATION LETTER: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
NENA BARNES Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the
resignation of Nena Barnes, Food Service Helper at the High School, effective
November 4, 2007, contingent on her appointment as Cleaner.
7d2. RESIGNATION LETTER: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
GARY HIMES the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with
thanks for years of service, the resignation of Gary Himes, Bus Driver,
effective October 29, 2007.
7d3. LEAVE OF ABSENCE: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
JANIE CAMPBELL the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
leave of absence of Janie Campbell from January 7, 2008 until April 4, 2008,
which will allow her time to fulfill her student teaching requirements and will
take place at the Florentine Hendrick Elementary school. This leave will be
without pay and will cause no loss of Seniority. The District will pay all
Health Insurance benefits during this time.
7d4. APPOINT CLEANER: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
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NENA BARNES the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the 26
week probationary appointment of Nena Barnes as Cleaner, conditional upon a
criminal history record check, according to Commissioners Regulations §80-
1.11 and Part 87, for $8.25/hr., 8 hrs./day, 12 months/year, starting on
November 5, 2007.
7d5. APPOINT (.5) Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
TECHNOLOGY TEACHER: the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
JAMES FINN approves the appointment of James Finn as a (.5) Technology teacher,
conditional upon a criminal history record check according to Commissioners
Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 as follows:
Certification: Permanent, Technology Education Control #: on file
Salary: $21,995 with a one time $750 sign on bonus for Masters degree,
prorated to start date, effective October 22, 2007 – June 30, 2008.
7d6. APPOINT MIDDLE Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
MIDDLE SCHOOL TUTOR: the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
HILDE GRIGGS the appointment of Hilde Griggs as a Tutor, conditional upon criminal history
record check according to Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87, at
$25.00 per hour, not to exceed $10,000.00/year, to be paid from grant funds, to
serve at the pleasure of the Board for the 2007-08 school year.
7d7. ALPINE SKI TEAM:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of School and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
participation of one North Rose - Wolcott student on the Sodus Central School
District Alpine Ski Team for the 2007-08 school year, at no cost to the district.
8a. Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES Special Education Space Requirements Plan 2004-2009 Progress Report was
shared with the Board.
8b. Use of Facilities requests were shared with the Board.
8c. Issue Analysis information was shared with the Board.
8d. November Calendar of meeting and events was shared with the Board.
8e. Curriculum Mapping Workshop information was shared with the Board.
9. PUBLIC Jacinda LiSanto spoke to the Board with enthusiasm regarding her
PARTICIPATION: support of the accelerated courses that our High School offers students. The
completion of these courses show colleges that our students have the ambition,
drive, and work ethic necessary to excel at college.
10. WORKSHOP: B. Cahoon moved and K. DeAngelis
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FINALIZATION OF vote was unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, M.
DISTRICT GOALS DeBadts, K. Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III voted yes.
FOR 2007-2008
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves continuing
the 2007-2008 school year with the implementation of District goals set forth
from the 2006-07 school year.
11. EXECUTIVE SESSION: C. Parton moved and B. Cahoon seconded the following motion. The vote was
unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, M. DeBadts, K.
Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III 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 9:40 pm for the specific purpose of discussing a particular employee
evaluation.
OPEN SESSION The meeting returned to open session at 10:55 pm.
ADJOURNMENT N. Henner moved and B. Cahoon seconded the following motion. The vote was
unanimous. E. Magin, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, M. DeBadts, K.
Ferrente, N. Henner, C. Parton, O. Rothfuss, III 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 10:55 pm.
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