NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

SEPTEMBER 13, 2005

7:00PM ROOM 210 OF THE HIGH SCHOOL

PRESENT

Sandra Boerman, Robert Cahoon, Melinda DeBadts, Nickoline

Henner, Mark Humbert, Edward Magin, David Smith, Terri

Smith (7:30pm)

Donna House, Elena LaPlaca, Daniel Starr and approximately 15

guests.

ABSENT/EXCUSED

Jeffrey Lisanto

1. CALL TO ORDER

Mark Humbert called the meeting to order at 7:05pm pm and led

the pledge of allegiance.

1a. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Edward Magin moved and Robert Cahoon seconded the following

motion. The vote was unanimous. S. Boerman, R. Cahoon, M.

DeBadts, N. Henner, M. Humbert, E. Magin, D. Smith 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 September 13, 2005.

2. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Kari Durham spoke to the board about the school bus routes

being printed in The Shopper. She felt that it was not acceptable

that house addresses were published, as it provides information

to everyone in the community as to where our students live. She

felt that the cost of the advertising and the cost of postage to send

a postcard to each household with the same information was

wasteful.

Lisa Interlichia, President of the PTSA, provided the board with

copies of information on all of the pedophiles that live in the

district. She echoed Mrs. Durham’s concerns that the district

printed too much information on where buses stop to pick up

students.

Lisa Miraglia spoke to the board about the Capital Project. She

said that as a taxpayer, she needed information and wanted to

know where to get it. Dr. Starr responded that the district

published information in The Shopper the week of September 12,

with plans to follow-up with more information the week of

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. Additionally, a brochure will be mailed to

each household in the district with detailed information. Public

information sessions are scheduled for September 20

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at the

Middle School, September 22

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at North Rose Elementary School,

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at the High School and September 29

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at the

Middle School.

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Dic Lasher, school bus driver, spoke to the board about area relief

efforts for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. He is coordinating

the delivery of supplies to victims of Hurricane Katrina. He asked

the the Board to consider his request for a leave.

4a POLICY UPDATE

Dave Smith reported on the most recent Policy Committee

meeting. He said that questions were raised about board

committees should work and come to consensus before

presenting their recommendations to the entire board.

4b COMMUNITY LINKAGE Mindy DeBadts reported on the most recent Community Linkage

meeting. The committee is recommending a number of ways to

strengthen the bonds between the district and the community,

including the procurement of a message board for the front of the

High School, funded by a grant; Channel 6 Public Access

television, re-establish the Volunteer Coordinator position within

the district; print sports scores in the local newspapers; continue

to pursue an Adult Education Program; continue to provide

information on the school lunch program.

4c CAPITAL PROJECT

Dr. Starr reported on old capital project work surrounding the

track and infield area. The Capital Project committee had

decided some time ago not to crown the north end of the field, as

the cost was prohibitive. Bob Cahoon said that the only way to fix

drainage problems is to crown it. Dave Smith replied that it

might look fine now that the area was filled and seeded, but it

would settle and the same problems will occur in the spring.

Dr. Starr restated his earlier announcement on the times and

places for presentation of Capital Project information. Brochures

will be mailed during the week of September 19

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to all

households in the district.

BUDGET UPDATE

Ed Magin reported that the Budget Committee met to start the

process of developing a budget for the 2006-07 school year. This

year the budget will be build by student need and will require

more time on task with more meetings planned for the

committee. However, committee members feel that this budget

development process will give a more accurate picture for

necessary expenditures.

REMINDER

The Board of Education Workshop is scheduled for Wednesday,

September 21 from 6:00 – 8:00pm in room 210 of the High

School.

NYSSBA REPORT

Sandy Boerman reported a NYSSBA school law workshop that she

recently attended. She reported that all board members who took

office as of July 1, 2005 must have six hours of training on

fiduciary responsibility.

GOOD NEWS!

Sandy Boerman reported that a neighborhood family is housing

displaced family due to Hurricane Katrina. They told her that the

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children were welcomed by students and staff at North Rose

Elementary School.

Mindy DeBadts complimented the High School staff for

Freshman Orientation. The experience was great and students

enjoyed the event.

Dr. Starr introduced Ben Kauter, the new School Resource

Officer. Tpr. Kauter mentioned that he was eager to work in the

district and has already established himself in each building.

Nicki Henner questioned whether or not the High School was

loaning graphing calculators to students again this year. Bill

Rotenberg assured her that they were available at the Media

Center for students to sign out. He is not aware of any problems

with students completing this process and asked that students

and/or parents contact him with questions.

Nicki Henner opened a discussion on volunteers and the need for

district-wide guidelines for district residents who may wish to

volunteer to help our coaches in various sports programs. The

discussion centered on the fact that the Athletic Director requires

that residents who participate with our teams on a regular basis

need to get a temporary coaching certification, as the volunteer

may be assuming responsibility for the care and direction of

students. Dr. Starr explained that occasional participation by a

parent is at the sole discretion of the coach of a particular sport.

5a MIDDLE SCHOOL

John Boogaard spoke to the board about the initiatives taking

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place at the Middle School level this year. Teacher Aides will

provide help in Academic Intervention Services this year, freeing

the teachers to provide more instructional time to those students

who need additional coaching in a particular subject. This

instruction includes reading comprehension, grammar, writing

and listening skills. The additional instruction reinforces lessons

already taught.

Mr. Boogaard spoke of the formation of a Disciplinary

Committee. The purpose of this committee is to develop

standards of discipline and student behavior expectations. The

resulting document will be shared with both students and staff. It

will state acceptable principles of student behavior and provide

staff with stages of discipline.

Paul Schiener, Assistant Principal Intern at the Middle School

shared with the board his goals for this year as he completes an

administrative internship. He will assist Mr. Boogaard in

improving program and scheduling to reduce the number of

students in study hall to place those students in AIS. He plans to

assist the coordination of the AIS program for maximum benefit

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to students as he meets with teachers and discusses the

educational needs of students. Additionally, he plans to assist

Mr. Boogaard with student management, budgeting and teacher

scheduling.

HIGH SCHOOL UPDATE

Bill Rotenberg reminded the board of the building management

problems he had at the High School last year, especially the

problem of students smoking in the lavatories in the building. He

pointed out that students are still smoking in the building. He

has suspended students in the first week of school for violating

the policy.

He reported that having June Muto as a full time Dean of

Students has helped him tremendously. He was able to visit

many classrooms the very first week of school, knowing that

building management was in Mrs. Muto’s capable hands. He said

that the concept of freshman orientation was going to be a year-

long process with computer training taking place in the Media

center along with guidance in library usage. There is an effort by

students and staff to build class spirit over the course of the year.

Mr. Rotenberg said that SAT preparation class is now available

on-line and every student will have access to the study guides and

test preparation material.

The block schedule at the High School will be examined for the

effectiveness of the delivery of instruction in the current schedule.

The committee will be comprised of teachers who both support

and do not support this concept.

Mr. Rotenberg is starting a effort to mentor senior students who

are at risk of not graduating in 2006. He asked teachers for help

in this effort, and received many offers from teachers to help

students in need of mentoring.

A committee will be formed this year to develop a graduate

survey. He knows that valuable information can be gathered that

will help in the refining curriculum and programs at the High

School.

5b BUILDINGS & GROUNDS Mike Steve gave the board an overview of the progress made in

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the appearance and upkeep of all school buildings during the

summer. The televisions monitors at Florentine Hendrick

Elementary School and Middle School have been installed and

power has been supplied.

“Hitching posts” have been installed at the bus garage. Buses will

be able to plug-in to the outlets to power heaters in diesel engines

during the winter months.

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Roof repairs were made this summer to address leaks in various

buildings. Mr. Steve will be developing some preventative

maintenance plans to address this type of problem in the future.

The playground equipment at North Rose Elementary School &

Florentine Hendrick Elementary School was painted this

summer, as was the concession stand and press box at the High

School. Light fixtures on the soccer field have also been replaced.

Randy Sears has supervised the clean-up of the courtyards at the

High School, which were overgrown.

5c FUEL COSTS

Dr. Starr informed the board that gasoline prices are stable for

the district. We participated in a cooperative bid process through

Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES earlier this year that guaranteed the

cost of gasoline at a certain level.

5d NYSSBA AREA 2

David Smith nominated Thomas Nispeca and Robert Cahoon

DIRECTOR

seconded the nomination to fill an unexpired term for NYSSBA

Area 2 Director.

Sandra Boerman nominated Jeanne Durfee and Terri Smith

seconded the nomination.

Davis Smith moved and Robert Cahoon seconded the following

motion. The vote was as follows. R. Cahoon, M. DeBadts, N.

Henner, M. Humbert, E. Magin, D. Smith, voted yes. S. Boerman,

T. Smith voted no.

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

has voted for Thomas Nispeca as the NYSSBA Area 2 Director for

a two year term starting January 1, 2005.

6a. MEETING MINUTES

Nickoline Henner moved and Melinda DeBadts seconded the

following motion. The vote was unanimous. S. Boerman, R.

Cahoon, M. DeBadts, N. Henner, M. Humbert, E. Magin, D.

Smith, T. Smith 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 August 23, 2005.

7. CONSENT AGENDA

Melinda DeBadts moved and Ed Magin seconded the following

motion. The vote was unanimous. S. Boerman, R. Cahoon, M.

DeBadts, N. Henner, M. Humbert, E. Magin, D. Smith, T. Smith

voted yes.

Prior to the approval of the Consent Agenda, Dave Smith and

Terri Smith asked Bill Rotenberg to explain his support for the

Phase In of the 65 passing score. Mr. Rotenberg explained that

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25+ student would not have graduated this year had the district

adopted a 65 passing score. Many good students are struggling.

Scoring between 55 – 64 has allowed students to graduate with a

local diploma and go on to college, the military and to work.

7a 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:

Federal 33

$5869.96

Federal 36

$6358.45

Federal 37

$86.00

General 29

$25681.32

General 30

$45.00

General 31

$341976.72

General 34

$494.35

General 43

$2750.00

School Lunch 32

$724.97

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 BOCES BID

Whereas, the Board of Education of North Rose - Wolcott C

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entral School District of New York State desires to participate in a

Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by The Board of

Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates

Counties from year to year, or until this Resolution is rescinded,

for the purchase of various commodities and/or services; and

Whereas, the Board of Education of North Rose - Wolcott Central

School District of New York State desires to participate in a

Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by The Board of

Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates

Counties in the joint bid of the commodities and/ or services

mentioned below is authorized by General Municipal Law,§ 1199-

o; and

Whereas, the Board of Education of North Rose - Wolcott

Central School District of New York State desires to participate in

a Cooperative Bidding Program conducted by The Board of

Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates

Counties assume the responsibility for drafting of specifications,

advertising for bids, accepting and opening bids, tabulating bids,

reporting the results to the Board of Education of North Rose -

Wolcott Central School District of New York State and making

recommendations thereon;

Therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Education, North

Rose - Wolcott Central School District of New York State and The

Board of Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and

Yates Counties accepts the appointment of The Board of

Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates

Counties to represent it in all matters related above; and,

Be it further resolved, that the Board of Education, North Rose -

Wolcott Central School District of New York State authorizes the

above mentioned Board of Cooperative Educational Services of

Ontario, Wayne and Yates Counties to represent it in all matters

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regarding the entering into contract for the purchase of the

below-mentioned commodities and/or services; and

Be it further resolved, that the Board of Education, North

Rose - Wolcott Central School District of New York State agrees

to assume its equitable share of the costs incurred as a result of

the cooperative bidding; and,

Now, therefore, be it further resolved, that the Business

Administrator, on behalf of the North Rose - Wolcott Central

School District of New York State hereby is authorized to

participate in cooperative bidding conducted by The Board of

Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates

Counties for various commodities and/or services and if

requested to furnish The Board of Cooperative Educational

Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates Counties an estimated

minimum number of units that will be purchased by The Board of

Cooperative Educational Services of Ontario, Wayne and Yates

Counties. The Board of Cooperative Educational Services of

Ontario, Wayne and Yates Counties is hereby authorized to award

cooperative bids to the bidder deemed to be the lowest responsive

and responsible meeting the bid specifications and otherwise

complying with Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law of the

State of New York relating to public bids and contracts.

7d PHASE IN OF 65

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

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of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

adopts the Phase-In of the 65 passing score on Regents exams as

proposed by the Commissioner of Education and the Board of

Regents. The proposed timetable is as follows:

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For students entering grade 9 in 2005: General education

students would be required to have at least three scores at 65

or above on the five required Regents exams and all scores

above 55.

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For students entering grade 9 in 2006: General education

students would be required to have at least four scores at 65 or

above on the five required Regents exams and all scores above

55.

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For students entering grade 9 in 2007: General education

students would be required to pass all five exams at 65 or

above

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Students who fail to score 65 on all exams during the first two

years of the phase-in ('05 and '06) would receive a local

diploma.

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Students who score 65 on all five exams would receive a

Regents diploma.

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Students who score 65 on eight exams would receive an

Advanced Regents Diploma.

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The Regents Competency Test (RCT) safety net for students

with disabilities would continue to be available for students

entering grade 9 prior to September 2010. Students using the

safety net will receive a local diploma

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The low-pass option of 55-64 would continue to be available

for students with disabilities

7e STIPULATION OF

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

SETTLEMENT

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

approves the Stipulation of Settlement between the North Rose -

Wolcott Central School District and Danny L. Curtis, and

authorizes the President of the Board to sign the document. The

full terms of the Stipulation of Settlement are on file with the

District Clerk.

7f BOARD APPTS.

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

appoints the following individuals to serve in the stated positions

effective July 1, 2005.

Tammy Anderson – Title 9 Compliance Officer

7g1 LTR. OF RESIGNATION Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

AMY RINDFLEISCH

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

accepts the resignation of Amy Rindfleisch as an Elementary

Teacher, effective August 31, 2005.

7g2 LTR. OF RESIGNATION Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

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of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

accepts the resignation of Trudy Clay as a Bus Driver and as a

School Monitor, effective September 16, 2005.

7g3. APPT. ELEM. TEACHER Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

CAROL STEVENS

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

approves the three year probationary appointment of Carol

Stevens, conditional upon a criminal history record check

according to Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 as

follows:

Certification: Childhood Education 1-6

Control #: Pending

Tenure Area: Elementary

Probationary Period: September 6, 2005 – September 5, 2008

Salary: 1G, $35,514, which includes Masters

7g4 APPT. LT SUB TEACHER Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

ANN C. SMITH

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

approves the appointment of Ann C. Smith as a long term

substitute teacher conditional upon a criminal history record

check according to Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part

87 as follows:

Certification: Permanent N, K, 1-6

Appointment Area: Elementary

Start Date: September 19, 2005 – November 9, 2005 to serve at

the pleasure of the Board

Salary: Step 1A, $33,950 prorated to time worked

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