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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

MAY 7, 2013

7:00 PM

OF THE HIGH SCHOOL

PRESENT:

Judi Buckalew, John Boogaard, Robert Cahoon, Kari Durham Kelly

Ferrente, Danny Snyder, Gary Sproul

Elena LaPlaca, Cinda Lisanto, Robert Magin, John Walker and

approximately 18 guests.

ABSENT/EXCUSED

Phil Wagner

CALL TO ORDER

Kari Durham President called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and led

the Pledge of Allegiance,

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Robert Cahoon moved and Danny Snyder seconded the following

motion. The motion passed with a unanimous vote. J. Boogaard, J.

Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, D. Snyder, G. voStperd oul

yes.

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recoenmmdation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

agenda ofMay 7, 2013.

2. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION &

No one spoke to the board.

PRESENTATION OF 2013-2014

Kari Durham welcomed everyone to the meeting and turned the meetg in

PROPOSED BUDGET

over to John Walker.

Mr. Walker talked about the process of developing a budget focusing on

the educational program. The board set the financial parameters for

budget development in early December. Then teachers, building

administrators, program administrators, the business administrator, and

the board of education budget committee collaborated to identify and

examine each category to ensure that the materials, resources and

programs needed to help students succeed were adequately addressed.

Mr. Walker asked Robert Magin, Business Administrator to present the

revenue and expenditure side of the budget.

Mr. Magin discussed the various categories of expenditures, pointing out

that the district is able to spend almost 2% more for educational

programs next year. This is due to the fact that the NYS Legislature

increased aid to the district by $280,000 this year. Additionally, the

district will rely on reserve funds of $471,668. He pointed out that the

district cannot rely on using reserve fundto

s balance the budget each

year. This results in a zero percent tax levy increase for the -22001134

school year.

He provided thec hart of projected tax levy rates for next school year.

This presentation has been made part of the meeting minutes.

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Judi Buckalew commented that budget development at the board

committee level would have resulted in a small tax levy increase. The

increase to state aid gave the board the ability to proudly present a

budget at the same tax levy as last year.

John Boogaard commented that it was appropriate that the

superintendent send letters of thanks to local state legislatoo

rs tht ank

them for supporting an increase in state funding to schools.

Gloria Crane asked about the use of reserve funds, given the recent news

coverage of alleged overfunding by the County government and other

school districts. Mr. Magin replied that at current funding levels, the

district could use reserve funds to help balance the budget fo1r 0 7y-ears

before reserves were depleted.

Kari Durham commented that the board is apprised on a yearly basis of

the balance of reserve funds. The board undersdts anhow the reserves

are funded and how they can be used. She also commented that some

reserve funds cannot be used unless the expenditure is authorized by

voters .

Chelsea Galuski asked how an increase in minimum wage would affect

the budget. Bob Magin responded that while it will affect a small

number of employees and contingency funds will be used to pay the

extra expenditures.

As there were no more questions from participants, board member

introduced themselves and declared which board committeeset y h

presently served on.

Judi Buckalew spoke of how she decided to run for the empty board seat.

She explained that last year voters agreed to reduce the size of the board

from 9 seats to 7 seats. Her seat expires on 6/30. /13A resignation

allows her ot run for the open seat and would give her the opportunity

to continue to help foster academic excellence in the district. She would

have to resign from her seat 5 weeks early should she be elected.

4a. TECHNOLOGY UPDATE

Kaaren Thompson spoke of her efforts to continually upgradse oftware,

equipment and infrastructure to support the educational msiion

s of the

district. The goals arte o ensure equitable electronic access for all

students to meet common core learning standards and increase

collaboration for teachers. All students will be mandated to take a

PARCC assessment [

Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College

and Careers] online in the 2014-15 school year. The district usmt be

ready to support this electronic undertaking.

Next steps include identifying processes for adoption of newft wsoare,

eBooks, and digital experiences. She will be working closely with

curriculum council to ensure that technologry ecommendations are

aligned with instructional standards and to support ongoing

professional development for teachers.

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A new family link will be implemented shortly to replace the PASS

system, which is a tool designed for parents to view student grades and

academic progress.

4b. BUILDINGS & GROUNDS

John Walker states that Mr. Wagner the committee continues to meet

and that they will have rationale and recommendations for board

consideration at the May 2

meeting.

4c. BOARD OF ED EVALUATION Kari Durham stated that she has been in contact with the superintendent

of the Binghamtons chool district, who shared a great tool for board -self

evaluation. Additionally, evaluation of the superintendent is due. She

distributed both documents to board members and skaed that they be

completed and returned to her or tPo hil Wagner. They will meet and

summarize for further discussion.

4d. STUDENT BOARD

Ben Gerstner added to the technologdy iscussion by saying that ACT

MEMBER REPORT

exams, which are administered in this district, walilsl o go to an inline

format. He also reported that AP final exams are being administerin ed

the High School this week. Junior and senior students were witness to a

DWI crash scenario at the Red Creek High Sch. oolHopefully students

will reflect on what they saw and it will help them make better choices.

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Judi Buckalew reported on the last audit committee meeting with the

Internal Auditor, Jan McDorman.

4f.

OTHER GOOD NEWS

Danny Snyder reported that he had finished the required training for

new board members. It is rewarding to know tNhato rth Rose -W olcott

staff is knowledgeable and involved in presenting information atht is

training.

Ben Gerstner remarked on the new wkailng path to the tennis courts and

how nice it looks. John Walker responded that it was designed by and

constructed by the buildings and grounds department by recycling

materials already available. He avge kudos and praise to Mike Steve and

all the staff involved in constructing the path.

Stars of Tomorrow competition is underway. Winrns efrom the musical

are Conner Burry, Noah Barnes and Laura McDorman. There is a link on

the district website to vote for our usdt ents.

5a. CURRICULUM AND

Cinda Lisanto reported on the recent Curriculum Council meeting. Plans

INSTRUCTION UPDATE

are being finalized for summer staff develomep nt for administrators, c-o

teaching model, and ELA and Math to review curriculum mapping. Katy

Lumb did a presentation to parents at PO

TSon common core learning

standards. There are links on the district website accessible through the

curriculum and instruction tab that will hepalp rents become familiar

with common core learning standards.A dditionally, articles have been

published in thed istrict newsletter explaining the new mandates.

5b. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR Mr. Magin reported that he is involved in working on budget,

UPDATE

negotiations and the buildings and grounds committee. The external

auditors completed preliminary audit work in the district.

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5c. SUPERINTENDENT’S

John Walker gave praise to Cinda Lisanto fohr er effort and dedication

UPDATE

to mentoring Katy Lumb as part of her administrative internship. Katy

has proven herself to be a capable student.

John Boogaard asked if the district knowhs ow many families have

electronic access to the internet in their homande are newsletter

articles written in clear text without using confusing jargon.

Cinda Lisanto responded thatstu dents are going home with information

and telling parents about the changes happening in school. Additionally,

Curriculum Council has been sensitive to the fact that simple

communication is their goal when wrinitg about curriculum.

Kaaren Thompson reported that the Technology Committee is working

on a survey to find out how and where community members ess

accand

use technology.

6. CONSENT AGENDA

Judi Buckalewmove d and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following

motion. The motion passed with a unanimous vote. J. Boogaard, J.

Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, D. Snyder, G. voStperd oul

yes.

6a. 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 April 24, 2012 with corrections.

6b. WARRANTS

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommaention

d of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

following Warrants: # 0066 -$ 27,812.38

6c. RECOMMENDATIONS OF

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

CSE AND CPSE

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

recommendations for the Committee on Special Education dated April

16, 2013, April 17, 2013, and April 18, 2013, d anthe Committee on

PreSchool Special Education dated April 23, 2013, and April 24, 2013,

and instructs the Superintendent to implement the recommendations on

behalf of the following individuals identified by student number:

12109 12890 12196 12762 12275 12672 12677 11783 13085 12457

12507 12725 12206 12539

09459 12946 11273 12960 09151

12722 13065

10220 10278 IEP Amendments 305211334

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6d. SUBSTITUTES

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

of the Superintendent fo Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

approves the individuals named on the substitute lists, which are

on file with the District Clerk.

6e. 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 March 2031.

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6f1. PERMANENT APPTS.

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

DONNA MILLS

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Laapw, proves the

permanent appointment of Donna Mills as a Bus Driver effective May 14,

2013.

HEATHER BROWN

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Lawap, proves the

permanent appointment of Heather Brown as a Clerk/Typist effective

May 20, 2013.

6f2. POLL WORKER FOR VOTE Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves

Karen Girard Weiss to work at the May 21, 201B3 udget Vote as an

Inspectors of Election, ta $7.25 per hr.

7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

None

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9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

No one had questions about discussions during thme eeting.

10. EXECUTIVE SESSION

John Boogaard moved andRob ert Cahoon seconded the following

motion. The motion passed with a unanimous vote. J. Boogaard, J.

Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, D. Snyder, G. voSptreod ul,

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 8:11 PM for the specific purpose of reviewing the

findings of ad iscipline hearing for a student.

OPEN SESSION

The meeting returned to open session at 8:1PM7 .

11 a. ADDITIONS TO AGENDA

Robert Cahoon moved and seconded the following motion. The motion

passed with a unanimousv ote. J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K.

Durham, K. Ferrente, D. Snyder, G. Sproul, vote. d yes

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law approves the

addition to the agenda oMf ay 7, 2013.

11b. APPEAL OF DISCIPLINARY Robert Cahoon moved and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following

HEARING PURSUANT TO ED LAW

motion. The motion passed with a unanimous vote. J. Boogaard, J.

SECTION 3214(3)

Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, D. Snyder, G. Sproul voted

yes.

Whereas, the President of the Board of Education received ta erlet on

April 22, 2013 appealing the length of suspension for student XX that

resulted from a discipline hearing pursuant to §3214(3) of the New York

Education Law, and

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Whereas, the Board of Education of the North Ro- sWe olcott Central

School District has reviewed the Hearing Officer’s Findings of Facts for

North Rose –W olcott Central School District in the Matter of a

Proceeding Pursuant to §3214(3) of the New York Education Law

regarding Student XX, and;

Whereas, the Board of Education of the Nh orRt ose- Wolcott Central

School District hasr eviewed the Superintendent’s Decision in the Matter

of a Proceeding Pursuant to §3214(3) of the New York Education Law

regarding Student XX,

Now, Be it Resolved, that the Board of Education of the North -R ose

Wolcott Central School District uphols dthe Superintendent’s decision on

the length of suspension imposed in the Matter of a Proceeding Pursuant

to §3214(3) of the New York Education Law regarding Student XX.

ADJOURNMENT

Kari Durham declared the meeting closed at 8:19 PM.

Robert Cahoon moved Gary Sproul and seconded the following motion.

The motion passed with a unanimous vote. J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew, R.

Cahoon, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, D. Snyder, G. Sproul, P. Wagner 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 8:19PM .

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Clerk of the Board of Education