Mr. Triou stated that public comment is some of the most valuable time spent by trustees who appreciate input from speakers. While immediate responses are not always possible, follow-up will occur if needed. He asked speakers to confine their remarks to five (5) minutes. Persons wishing to speak should first be recognized by the school board president, then identify themselves, any organization they may be representing at the meeting, and the agenda topic.

     

	A. Anne Barnes, 2428 Smith Hill Road, Walworth, stated that she has resided in the school district for 35 years, has five children who are alumna of and several grandchildren presently attending local schools, and has attended one school board meeting before today. She noted that the high school principal, on a leave of absence since May, 2005, and an acting principal, are each paid a sizeable salary and asked when the community will learn the disposition of this matter. She asked if the school board or the employee sought the leave of absence.
	B. Susan Brown, 7518 Knickerbocker Road, Ontario, spoke as treasurer of the Ontario Primary-Ontario Elementary School PTA, from a prepared statement on the local, state and national role of PTA and invited trustees to consider joining the local unit. (copy attached to these minutes in the minute book)
	C. Mrs. Brown, supra, state that time for additional public comment was omitted from the prior meeting agenda and this evening’s agenda and asked if it is no longer available. She noted that the prior meeting minutes included a section for such comments but time was not provided for same on the agenda.
	D. Mrs. Brown, supra, believes that the school board should provide copies or read aloud the proposed personnel actions so the public knows what items are under consideration.

     

VII. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS

 

A.	Mrs. Lyke reminded trustees of the program meeting of the Four County School Boards Association on October 18, in Geneva, featuring NYS Comptroller Alan Hevesi

 

B.

Mr. Griswold stated that the tours of the new classrooms and other improvements conducted following the ribbon-cutting on September 23rd were well done. He added that many people attended and he heard several suggestions that the school district host tours to showcase school facilities on annual or alternate years and that he supports that suggestion.

  

C.	Mr. Triou noted that inviting residents and parents to attend meetings when building tours are conducted during the school year at each of the schools.

  

v RECOGNITION FOR RETIREES • 2004-2005

   

Mr. Triou introduced Mrs. Brunner to conduct the recognition for retired school employees from the 2004-2005 school year.

Mrs. Brunner extended thanks to Mr. Switzer, district clerk, and Mrs. Lori Eaton-Smith, secretary to the superintendent of schools, for their efforts to prepare and present the resolutions and certificates and handling logistics for this event which would not occur without their assistance.
 
Trustees shared duties to read the customized resolutions for each of the eighteen (18) retirees into the record and joined Mr. Havens and building principals in presentations for each retiree. A framed certificate of retirement and a copy of the customized resolution were presented to/for each retiree. Those present were David Scott, Donald Davis, Carolyn Stowe, James Adamo, Deborah Adamo, Marian Mazura, Deborah Wood, Edward Currier and Nancy Driscoll.

 

Mrs. Brunner offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Wyse, to adopt the following RESOLUTIONS to recognize retirees as of the end of the 2004-2005 school year TO WIT:

                         

RESOLUTION COMMENDING DEBORAH ADAMO

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Deborah Adamo has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 33 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Adamo served the students and families of Walworth Elementary School in grades five and six and at Freewill Elementary School in grades one and three, and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Adamo developed a positive attitude for learning where children took pride in their accomplishments and recognized that students respond well to high expectations and through a consistent message and support from parents, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Adamo participated in leadership and supportive roles through service as a team leader and committees on social studies, science, gifted and talented education, writing, and computer technology, among others, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Adamo shared her expertise with student teachers and further served the school district as a member of district-wide committees on language arts and in summer curriculum workshops in language arts and mathematics, among others, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Deborah Adamo is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Deborah Adamo and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING JAMES ADAMO

UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

WHEREAS, James Adamo has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 30 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, James Adamo served the students and families of Freewill Elementary School in grades five and six and Ontario Elementary School in grades three and four, and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, James Adamo challenged his students to achieve high expectations, to develop an excitement and sense of discovery in their learning activities and to work independently, and

WHEREAS, James Adamo participated in leadership and supportive roles through service as a team leader, assistant principal, district-wide teacher coach for language arts, district-wide, textbook review and selection and teacher of in-service education courses in classroom management, and member of the building leadership team and pupil services team, among others, and

WHEREAS, James Adamo shared his expertise with teachers in areas of data analysis, incorporating computer technology in the classroom and integration of state learning standards with their lessons and further served the school district as a member of interview committees for staff and management positions, on district-wide committees for science, language arts, and mathematics and summer curriculum workshops in language arts and mathematics, among others, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of James Adamo is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to James Adamo and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

RESOLUTION COMMENDING AUDREY ANDERSON

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

AS A FOOD SERVICE WORKER

WHEREAS, Audrey Anderson has retired effective July 12, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 18 years service to the Wayne Central District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Audrey Anderson served staff, students and families at James A. Beneway High School as a food service worker, and

WHEREAS, Audrey Anderson’s service was marked by her personal interest and attention to the needs of students, families and staff members, and

 

WHEREAS, Audrey Anderson worked with students and staff members for daily preparation of breakfast and lunch meals and for special activities, observances and banquets, and

                        

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Audrey Anderson is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Audrey Anderson and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING JOANNE BEACH

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Joanne Beach has retired effective June 26, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 32 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Joanne Beach served the students and families of Ontario Primary School, and the residents of the community, in the area of grades one through four, and

WHEREAS, Joanne Beach established a student-centered classroom with careful attention to individual student needs and encouraged primary level children to take responsibility for their learning, and

WHEREAS, Joanne Beach worked in varied classroom settings, ranging from single grades to multi-aged classes and “looping” within grade levels and served in leadership and supportive roles, including the building committee on social studies and as a teacher of in-service courses on metrics, and

WHEREAS, Joanne Beach shared her expertise with student teachers and further served the school district as a member of district-wide committees on math, science, staff development and Talents Unlimited, among others, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Joanne Beach is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Joanne Beach and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING LAURA BUSHEY

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

AS A TEACHER AIDE

WHEREAS, Laura Bushey has retired effective July 1, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 28 years service to the Wayne Central School District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Laura Bushey served as a teacher aide in a variety of subject areas for fifth and sixth grade teams at Freewill Elementary School, and

WHEREAS, Laura Bushey was respected for understanding the individual needs of students with whom she worked and set high expectations for student conduct and behavior, and

WHEREAS, Laura Bushey shared her affection and support for students through participation in numerous extra activities and special events, particularly the fifth and sixth grade recognition banquets, and

WHEREAS, Laura Bushey was highly regarded by her students, fellow employees and her supervisors, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Laura Bushey is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Laura Bushey and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

             

RESOLUTION COMMENDING EDWARD R. CURRIER

UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT IN THE FIELD OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Edward R. Currier has retired effective July 1, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 37 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Edward R. Currier served the students and families of Thomas C. Armstrong Middle School, and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Edward R. Currier brought a passion for science and compassion for students to the high standards he set and the enthusiasm for science that he created in varied classroom and extra-classroom activities, and

WHEREAS, Edward R. Currier was a charter member of the middle school staff, served as a member of the building planning team for school improvement, on staff & management screening committees, provided in-service training for teachers, developed community partnerships such as beautification and Eagle Scout projects and assisted in curriculum development in math, science, technology, energy conservation and outdoor education, including the school’s nature center, and

WHEREAS, Edward R. Currier served Thomas C. Armstrong Middle School as science department chairman (28 years), as an advisor for science club, astronomy club, rocket club and Science Olympiad, the latter repeatedly recognized as at the national level, organized primary level science days, was a co-founder of Science Exploration Days for central and western New York State and filled leadership roles in regional, state and national science associations, and

WHEREAS, his outstanding service was recognized in 2001 by creation of the annual Edward R. Currier Award for exemplary academic performance, character and citizenship by an eighth grade boy and girl, and

WHEREAS, Edward R. Currier was also recognized as Teacher of the Year at the local and regional level, by yearbook dedication, as a nominee for NEA National Teacher of the Year and was selected to serve as a school assessment expert for the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Edward R. Currier is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Edward R. Currier and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

                                                    

RESOLUTION COMMENDING DONALD M. DAVIS

UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

AS DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL FACILITIES

WHEREAS, Donald M. Davis has retired effective April 29, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 25 years service to the Wayne Central School District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Davis served staff, students and families of the school district as manager and supervisor of maintenance, renovations, repair and improvements to buildings and grounds owned and operated by the school district, and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Davis’ service included management of a large staff of cleaners, custodians, senior custodians, maintenance, buildings, grounds and central stores staff, planning and conducting occupational and safety training for employees, security, repair and maintenance of facilities and maintaining plans for emergency management and facilities’ planning, among others, and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Davis extended his care and concern for others through support and encouragement of the efforts by his staff members and personal attention to detail, and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Davis demonstrated and promoted the value and importance of clean and inviting facilities, indoors and outdoors, in the success and achievement by students in the daily learning experiences, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Donald M. Davis is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Donald M. Davis and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

RESOLUTION COMMENDING JOHN DON VITO

UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT IN THE FIELD

OF SECONDARY SOCIAL STUDIES AND

DRIVER & TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATION

WHEREAS, John Don Vito has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 34 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, John Don Vito served the students and families of James A. Beneway Senior High School, and the residents of the community, in the area of secondary social studies education (28 years) and driver and traffic safety education (6 years), and

WHEREAS, John Don Vito set high expectations for his students, recognized their individual needs and interests and encouraged them to assume responsibility for their learning, and

WHEREAS, John Don Vito filled many roles at the high school, ranging from department chairperson and mentor for new teachers to membership on the high school’s leadership team and as a chaperone for student activities and events, and

WHEREAS, John Don Vito further served the school district and the community through service as principal of Lakeshore Secondary Summer School, junior class advisor, track coach and head football coach, and

WHEREAS, John Don Vito has served the local school community as a member of the Walworth Recreation Commission and as a volunteer coach and officer of youth football leagues and his profession as a president and chief negotiator for the Wayne Central Teachers’ Association, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of John Don Vito is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to John Don Vito and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING SILVA DON VITO

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Silva Don Vito has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 31 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Silva Don Vito served the students and families of Freewill Elementary School, and the residents of the community, in the area of first and second grade, and

WHEREAS, Silva Don Vito established a positive and nurturing learning environment for her students and assisted them in gaining independence in the learning at the primary level, and

WHEREAS, Silva Don Vito participated in leadership and supportive roles through service as a team leader and as a member of the building leadership team and committees on character education, special education, mathematics, flag day, assemblies, Reading Olympics, bicentennial, progress reports, and pupil services team, among others, and

WHEREAS, Silva Don Vito shared her expertise with student teachers and further served the school district as a member of district-wide committees on math, language arts and science and through summer curriculum workshops in math, language arts, and social studies and the community as a cheerleading coach, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Silva Don Vito is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Silva Don Vito and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING NANCY DRISCOLL

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Nancy Driscoll has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 16 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Nancy Driscoll served the students and families of Thomas C. Armstrong Middle School and the residents of the community, in the area of science education, and

WHEREAS, Nancy Driscoll established a climate of acceptance and encouragement in her classroom and caring and respect for the individual needs of her students and encouraged parents to take an active role in their child’s school experiences, and

WHEREAS, Nancy Driscoll served in leadership and supportive roles through service as a house leader and participation in developing scope and sequence for new state standards in middle school science, and

WHEREAS, Nancy Driscoll worked with students at the middle school as an advisor for science club, in planning and conducting science exploration days for primary level children, as an advisor for Science Olympiad, astronomy club and ecology club and in development of community partnerships with the local garden club for the entry garden to the middle school, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Nancy Driscoll is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Nancy Driscoll and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING LINDA DYE

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

AS ATEACHER AIDE

WHEREAS, Linda Dye has retired effective August 1, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 27 years service to the Wayne Central School District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Linda Dye served as a teacher aide in grades 4 to 6 at Walworth Elementary and for Wayne-Finger Lakes Board of Cooperative Educational Services and in reading readiness and whole language for grade 3 at Ontario Elementary School, preceded by service as a volunteer aide, and

WHEREAS, Linda Dye set high expectations for student achievement, conduct and behavior by students with whom she worked in traditional settings, one-to-one assistance and classes for students with special educational needs, and

WHEREAS, Linda Dye provided additional support for teachers and students by coordinating ecology club, rain forest and Earth Day activities and manage exercise programs to assist students with weight loss, and

WHEREAS, Linda Dye was highly regarded by her students, fellow employees and her supervisors, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Linda Dye is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Linda Dye and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

RESOLUTION COMMENDING LINDA ELMER

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AS A

TEACHER AIDE & MAIN OFFICE TYPIST

 

WHEREAS, Linda Elmer has retired effective June 27, 2005, and

                                                                    

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 10 years service to the Wayne Central School District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Linda Elmer served staff, students and families at James A. Beneway High School as a teacher aide and as a typist in the main office, and

WHEREAS, Linda Elmer’s service was marked by her care and concern for the staff, students and families in maintaining student schedules and data and assisting students, parents, teachers, staff members, visitors and vendors with multiple items on a daily basis, and

WHEREAS, Linda Elmer filled the additional role as treasurer of the extra-classroom activities fund for the high school for many years, working with students, faculty advisors and others in accounting for projects, activities and events of student organizations, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Linda Elmer is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Linda Elmer and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

RESOLUTION COMMENDING RICHARD GALVIN

UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT IN THE FIELD

OF SECONDARY GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

WHEREAS, Richard Galvin has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 30 years as a guidance counselor, including 24 years at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Richard Galvin served the students and families of Thomas C. Armstrong Middle School and James A. Beneway High School, and the residents of the community, as a school counselor, and

WHEREAS, Richard Galvin worked with students and their parents or guardians in course selection, orientation programs, financial aid and college and career counseling, and

WHEREAS, Richard Galvin was respected for his expertise in developing and resolving conflicts in the “master schedule” for student and teacher class assignments and for his care and concern for each of the students with whom he worked, and

WHEREAS, Richard Galvin further served the school community on the pupil services team, as a light and sound manager for the performing arts center/auditorium, as an audio and media coordinator for indoor and outdoor interscholastic athletic events, as an advisor for the Student-Faculty Senate and as a resource person and board member for the local chapter of Dollars for Scholars, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Richard Galvin is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Richard Galvin and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING MARIAN MAZURA

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AS A

TEACHER AIDE & TEACHING ASSISTANT

WHEREAS, Marian Mazura has retired effective August 1, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 24 years service to the Wayne Central School District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Marian Mazura served as a teacher aide and teaching assistant in the areas of reading and language arts for grades three through five at Ontario Elementary School, and

WHEREAS, Marian Mazura was respected for her attention to instructional detail and concern for the achievement of each of her students, and

WHEREAS, Marian Mazura also provided support for students in the homework hangout, early arrival and breakfast supervision, silent study hall, detention center, bus loop and school lunch duty, and Friendship Groups, among others, and

WHEREAS, Marian Mazura was highly regarded by her students, fellow employees and her supervisors, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Marian Mazura is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Marian Mazura and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

RESOLUTION COMMENDING DAVID SCOTT

UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF ENGLISH EDUCATION

WHEREAS, David Scott has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 34 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, David Scott served the students and families of Thomas C. Armstrong Middle School and James A. Beneway High School and the residents of the community, in the area of language arts and English education, and

WHEREAS, David Scott insured opportunities for student participation and engagement in their classes and taught them that high expectations for learning and careers were essential for achievement and accomplishment, and

WHEREAS, David Scott was recognized for leadership in the “art” of teaching and served in leadership and supportive roles through service as a department chairperson at the high school for 20 years, member of the building planning team for school improvement and in district-wide activities such as the district curriculum council and curriculum development for English, language arts and social studies, and

WHEREAS, David Scott worked with students as an advisor for student-faculty senate and with staff members in review sessions for teaching assistants and training for teaching the Great Books, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of David Scott is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to David Scott and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING CAROLYN STOWE

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT IN THE FIELD

OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Carolyn Stowe has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 37 years in education, 33 years of them at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Carolyn Stowe served the students and families of Walworth Elementary School, Freewill Elementary School and Ontario Elementary School in primary and elementary grades, and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Carolyn Stowe developed a positive classroom environment for her students and encouraged parents to take an active role in their child’s education, and

WHEREAS, Carolyn Stowe served as a team leader, as a member of the building planning team for school improvement, as an intramural coach and on committees for talent shows, assemblies, holiday toy drives, and language arts, among others, and

WHEREAS, Carolyn Stowe shared her expertise with student teachers and further served the school district as a member of textbook selection committee for health education and on district-wide committees on math, health education, benchmarks and language arts, among others, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Carolyn Stowe is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Carolyn Stowe and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING DEBORAH WOOD

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

IN THE FIELD OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Deborah Wood has retired effective June 30, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concludes a career of 26 years of service at Wayne Central School District, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Wood served the students and families of Thomas C. Armstrong Middle School and the residents of the community, in the area of special education, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Wood encouraged students to take pride in their efforts, helped them advocate for themselves in a positive way and worked closely with parents to insure student achievement and success, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Wood served as a member of the building planning team for school improvement, as a consultant teacher for children in varied subject areas and as a mentor for staff members in developing ways to assist students with special educational needs, and

WHEREAS, Deborah Wood assisted with staff recognition activities and planning the middle school talent show, served on the pupil services team, and as chairperson of the building sub-committee for the Committee on Special Education, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Deborah Wood is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Deborah Wood and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005

RESOLUTION COMMENDING SANDRA WOODARD

UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT

AS DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICES

WHEREAS, Sandra Woodard has retired effective July 8, 2005, and

WHEREAS, said retirement concluded a career of 21 years in education, including 16.5 years of service to the Wayne Central School District and the residents of the community, and

WHEREAS, Sandra Woodard served staff, students and families of the school district as a teacher of special education, assistant middle school principal, director of student services and chairperson of the Committees on Special Education and Pre-School Special Education, and

WHEREAS, Sandra Woodard provided leadership and training for teachers who worked both directly and indirectly with students with special educational needs, including, pupil services teams and subcommittees of the Committee on Special Education at each school, and the transition from pre-school to school age services, and

WHEREAS, Sandra Woodard recognized the diverse needs of each child and importance that high expectations for learning have on the academic achievement of each child, and

WHEREAS, Sandra Woodard assisted in introduction of new and emerging trends in education such as effective teaching and model schools and in careful planning and development of programs and services, taking special leadership in development of outcomes for graduates of our high school and the many components of the district’s Comprehensive District Educational Plan (CDEP), and

WHEREAS, the Board of Education recognizes that the contributions of each employee are essential to student achievement and success

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Education of the Wayne Central School District that the service of Sandra Woodard is recognized and commended, with grateful appreciation, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Sandra Woodard and that the school district clerk is hereby directed to cause the text of this resolution to appear in the minutes of the Board of Education meeting of September 29, 2005.

On the question, the resolutions were adopted by a vote of 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absent (Mr. Johnson, Mr. Robusto).
 

Mrs. Brunner thanked each retiree for their service to the district. Those present spoke briefly of their many years with staff and students in the school district

BE IT RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the Board of Education of Wayne Central School District hereby approves change order #9 in the amount of $10, 572.00 for the cost to remove existing plaster ceiling, and install new soffits as required and acoustical ceiling tile in the “A” wing in front of the old gymnasium
 

 

RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER #13

FOR the 2002 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

(Christa Construction – Floor Tiles – Team Room – High School)

BE IT RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the Board of Education of Wayne Central School District hereby approves change order #13 in the amount of $15,120.00 for the cost to install ceramic mosaic tile floor and glazed cove base in the team rooms, at the high school.
 

 

RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER #32

FOR the 2002 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

(Blackmon-Farrell Electric - Re-Install Conduit/Wiring – High School)

BE IT RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the Board of Education of Wayne Central School District hereby approves change order #32 in the amount of $10,200,00 for the cost to reinstall new conduit & wire damaged by the site contractor when working outside the south end of “D” wing.

Mr. Havens noted that the cost for Change Order #32 is a back charge to Christa Construction, the general contractor for the 2002 Capital Improvement Project.

On the question, the RESOLUTIONS were adopted by a vote of 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absent (Mr. Johnson, Mr. Robusto) (copy attached to these minutes in the minute book)

 

v POLICY COMMITTEE ITEMS

    

	Policy Committee Charge for 2005-2005
	Mr. Triou presented the proposed charge for the policy committee for the 2005-2006 school year for review and consideration by the Board of Education.
Mrs. Brunner offered a MOTION to adopt the proposed charge for the policy committee for the 2005-2006 school year as presented by the committee. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absent (Mr. Johnson, Mr. Robusto)

v ADDITIONAL BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS – None

 

v ADJOURNMENT

             

Mr. Wyse offered a MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:12 p.m. and gather in the dining room of the high school cafeteria for a reception for retirees, their family members, staff members and visitors. .7 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absent (Mr. Johnson, Mr. Robusto), Carried.

Respectfully submitted,

JAMES E. SWITZER

School District Clerk

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The foregoing minutes of the Board of

Education were submitted for review

& (approved as presented)(corrected

as noted) at the meeting of

October 13, 2005

School District Clerk

JES/jes:wp

Att. 2

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