6:30 | Executive Session | |||||
Pledge of Allegiance |
1. | Population Study Report | |
2. | NYS Commission on Property Tax Relief | |
3. | Student Representative | |
4. | Student Questions | |
9:00 Approve Freischlag Internship |
Att. 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Ontario Center, New York 14520 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
BOARD OF EDUCATION MINUTES | UNOFFICIAL UNTIL APPROVED | |||||||||||||||||||||
DATE: Thursday, June 5, 2008 | TIME: 6:00p.m. | |||||||||||||||||||||
TYPE: Regular Business Meeting | PLACE: District Office | |||||||||||||||||||||
PRESENT: Members Griswold, Johnson, Lyke, Newman, Nicholson, Robusto, Schultz (arrived @ 6:05 p.m.) & Wyse; Members-Elect Mrs. Brunner, Mr. Paz; District Clerk Switzer; Administrators Havens, Armitage, Derse, Armocida, Shaffer, La Ruche, Pullen, Wright, Schiek, Atseff, Cox, Callahan, Green, Blankenberg | ||||||||||||||||||||||
ABSENT: Mr. Triou | ||||||||||||||||||||||
GUESTS: Visitor’s Roster filed in clerk’s agenda file, this meeting | ||||||||||||||||||||||
I. | CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 p.m. by Frank Robusto, Jr., School Board President | |||||||||||||||||||||
II. | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE | |||||||||||||||||||||
III. | APPROVAL OF AGENDA & MINUTES (May 22, 2008) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Mrs. Lyke offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to approve the agenda for this evening’s meeting and the minutes of the meeting of May 22, 2008, each as presented. 6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absent (Mr. Schultz, Mr. Triou), 1 Abstention (Mr. Nicholson), Carried. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
(Mr. Schultz entered the meeting at 6:05 p.m.) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
IV. | PUBLIC COMMENT – None |
A. | Mr. Wyse stated that that his duties as a Governor-Nominee for Rotary International District 7120 prevented him from seeking re-election, and, due to a prior commitment, tonight is his final meeting prior to retirement from the Board of Education on June 30th. He has enjoyed working with board members for the past ten (10) years and is pleased with the improvements made in the district. He plans to continue as a volunteer for light and sound support for the performing arts center and offered to serve as a citizen member of the long-range facilities committee. |
VI. | BOARD PRESIDENT’S COMMENTS |
A. | Mr. Robusto extended condolences to the family of food service retiree Marjorie Froniear. |
B. | Mr. Robusto extended compliments for athletic honors to Kelly Jones (high jump) and Mike Miles (pole vault). |
VII. | RECOGNITION OF RETIREMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS |
Mr. Robusto presented Certificates of Appreciation to Mr. Wyse and Mr. Johnson in recognition of 9.5 and 10 years, respectively, which they will conclude upon their retirement from the Board of Education on June 30, 2008. | |||||||||||||||||||
He noted the many contributions they have made on behalf of students, families, staff members and the community. He recalled the legacies each will leave, Mr. Wyse to “hire the best person for the job” and Mr. Johnson to “do it once and do it right.” | |||||||||||||||||||
VIII. RECOGNITION OF ACHIEVEMENT BY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS |
A. Mr. Havens presented a certificate to Mrs. Newman from the NYS School Boards Association in recognition of forty (40) credit hours of professional training for school board members. | |||||||||||||||||||
B. Mr. Havens added his best wishes to Mr. Johnson and Mr. Wyse as they retire as members of the Board of Education and thanked them for their service and support. | |||||||||||||||||||
IX. | REPORTS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS |
Ø Alignment to New York State Standards | |||
Ø Readability & Reading in the Content Area | |||
Ø Format & Design – Real Life Applications of Science | |||
Ø Vocabulary Drill, Practice and Understanding | |||
Ø Visuals - Photographs, Charts, Diagrams, Tables | |||
Ø Laboratory Activities – Hands-On, Skill Based | |||
Ø Alignment with district goal for 90% Passing Rate for NYS Intermediate Science Test | |||
Ø Resources for Differentiated Instruction | |||
Ø Website Access to Print & Audio Materials for Students and Teachers | |||
Ø Student & Teacher Resources - Print, Web-Based and CD-ROM | |||
Ø In-Service Training for Teachers. | |||
Ø Successful Use in Other Districts |
Mr. Wyse CALLED THE QUESTION. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou). |
On the ORIGINAL QUESTION, the vote was 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou), Carried. |
B. | PROPOSAL FOR ADMINISTRATIVE INTERNSHIP • 2008-2009 • Scott Freischlag |
Mr. Havens presented the outline of a proposed administrative internship for Scott Freischlag for review and consideration by the Board of Education. | ||
He asked Mrs. Cox, Mr. Blankenberg and Mr. Shaffer to review the major areas of the proposal, with staff mentors, as follows |
Ø Student Management (Mr. Shaffer) | ||
Ø Program Organization (Mrs. Cox, Mr. Blankenberg) | ||
Ø Leadership (Mrs. Armitage) | ||
Ø Teacher Evaluation (Mrs. Cox) |
Mr. Havens noted that the scope of internship activities and assessments has expanded as efforts to provide a more comprehensive administrative preparation and experience for local staff members have increased. |
Mr. Havens stated that Mr. Freischlag will continue with his physical education teaching duties at the middle school with one block daily for internship duties. The summer school principal portion of the internship is a standard expense of conducting summer school. |
Mrs. Lyke feels this is one of the strongest internships offered in our district. |
Mr. Griswold asked what this internship would have included and looked like twenty (20) years ago. Mr. Havens provided comparisons, using his own internship in 1981, and noted the many changes in the role of school administrators. |
Mrs. Newman stated that the proposed internship speaks well for the district initiative for rigor in programs. | ||
Mr. Johnson noted that the current scope of the internship is 360 degrees different than the initial ones he is very pleased and impressed with the growth of the program. |
Mr. Havens stated that he will present the proposed internship for formal consideration and approval at the June 19th meeting. | ||
(1) | Jeff Marianetti, 1830 Kenyon Road, Ontario, asked why student athletes are required to participate in physical education class; Mr. Havens provided details. |
X | ITEMS FOR BOARD OF EDUCATION ACTION |
A. | PERSONNEL CHANGES |
Mr. Havens presented the following personnel changes for review and consideration by the Board of Education: |
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF | ||
TENURE RECOMMENDATION | |||||||||||||||||||
RESOLUTION TO GRANT TENURE TO | ||||||||||||||||||
MICHELLE SCHEIK IN THE TENURE AREA | ||||||||||||||||||
OF DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICES | ||||||||||||||||||
RESOLVED, that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, Michelle Scheik, who is certified in the area of school administration, is hereby appointed to tenure in the director of student services tenure area effective June 30, 2008 |
INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF | |||||||||||||||||||
TENURE RECOMMENDATIONS | |||||||||||||||||||
RESOLUTION TO GRANT TENURE TO THE | ||||||||||||||||||
FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS IN THE | ||||||||||||||||||
TENURE AREA NOTED AT | ||||||||||||||||||
EFFECTIVE DATES AS STATED | ||||||||||||||||||
RESOLVED, that, upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the following named persons, who are certified in the areas as noted, are hereby appointed to tenure in the respective tenure area and at effective dates as noted below. |
Name | Tenure Area Date |
Janis Becker | |
Science August 31, 2008 | |
Lisa Clemons | |
K-6 Elementary Education August 31, 2008 | |
Michele Farley | |
Special Education August 31, 2008 | |
Jaime Gallo | |
Special Education August 31, 2008 | |
Lois Harris | |
Teaching Assistant August 31, 2008 | |
Janiece Jackman | |
Foreign Language August 31, 2008 | |
Justin Marino | |
Social Studies August 31, 2008 | |
Anna McGrath | |
Science August 31, 2008 | |
Jennifer Saul Agnitti | |
English | August 31, 2008 |
Julie Schwartz | |
School Counseling August 31, 2008 | |
Kristina Stiles | |
Special Education August 31, 2008 | |
Jeffrey Ugine | |
Science August 31, 2008 |
APPOINTMENTS: |
Matthew Angell, math teacher, NYS Control No. 520668041 (Initial, valid through 9/1/2009), assigned to the high school, a two (2) year probationary appointment effective September 1, 2008 through August 31, 2010 at $41,529 (replacement for Kathy Emison, retired). | ||
Stephanie Bounds, reading teacher, NYS Control No. 58779061 (Initial, valid through 9/1/2011), assigned to the middle school, a seven (7) week temporary appointment effective May 8 through June 30, 2008 at $37,850 (replacement for Rae Jagoda while on FMLA leave of absence) | ||
Sarah Francis, internship coordinator, NYS Control No. 206342081 (Initial, valid through 9/1/2013), assigned to high school, a three (3) year probationary appointment effective September 1, 2008 through August 31, 2011 at $38,650 (new position created through this action). | ||
2008-09 Summer Elementary School Reading Program • Teachers ($25 per hour) |
See Listing, Clerk’s Agenda File, This Meeting |
2008-09 Summer Middle School Bridge Program • Teachers ($25 per hour) |
See Listing, Clerk’s Agenda File, This Meeting |
2008-09 Summer 9th Grade Transition Program • Teachers ($25 per hour) |
See Listing, Clerk’s Agenda File, This Meeting | |||||||||||||||||||
Additional Per Diem Substitute Teachers • 2007-2008 School Year | |||||||||||||||||||
See Listing, Clerk’s Agenda File, This Meeting | |||||||||||||||||||
Additional Coaching Appointments • 2008-2009 School Year |
See Listing, Clerk’s Agenda File, This Meeting | |||||||||||||||||||
SUPPORTIVE STAFF: | |||||||||||||||||||
RESIGNATION: | |||||||||||||||||||
Anna Prinsen, bus driver, effective June 25, 2008 (retirement, 21 years of service to Wayne Central School District) |
APPOINTMENT: |
Nanette Coro, senior typist, assigned to the district office (human resources), a permanent civil service appointment effective July 6, 2008 at $13.31 per hour (having successfully completed a six (6) month probationary period) |
Summer 2008 Labor Appointments | ||
Mr. Wyse offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to approve the personnel changesas recommended by the superintendent of schools. Mr. Wyse noted that Mrs. Emison was a student teacher when he attended high school and extended congratulations to her and Mrs. Prinsen as they retire. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou). |
B. PUPIL PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS • Committee on Special Education |
Mr. Havens presented the pupil placement recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for review and consideration by the Board of Education. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mr. Wyse offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to adopt a RESOLUTION for pupil placements by the Committee on Special Education, TO WIT: |
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE | ||||||||||||||||||
COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL EDUCATION AND | ||||||||||||||||||
AUTHORIZE ARRANGEMENT OF RECOMMENDED | ||||||||||||||||||
SPECIAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES | ||||||||||||||||||
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and authorizes the Director of Student Services to arrange the recommended special programs and services. |
On the question, the RESOLUTION was adopted by a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou). |
C. CONSENSUS AGENDA | |||||||||||||||||||
(1) | Reports of the School District Treasurer (A/O 4/30/08) | |
(2) | Award Bids for Technology and Art Supplies and Equipment | |
(3) | Accept Gift to the School District • PTO Middle School • Purchase Smart Boards | |
(4) | Resolution for Non-Public Health Service Contract • 2007-2008 • Penfield CSD | |
(5) | Payment for Unused Vacation Days Per Employment Contract between the Board of Education and the superintendent of schools |
Mr. Havens presented the consensus agenda for review and consideration by the Board of Education. | |
Mr. Nicholson offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Wyse, to approve/adopt the consensus agenda, as presented by the superintendent of schools, as follows: | |
(1) | Receive & file reports of the school district treasurer for the period ending April 30, 2008 (copies attached to these minutes in the minute book) |
(2) | Award bids for technology and art supplies and equipment for 2008-2009 to the lowest responsible bidders, multiple bid award (copy filed in clerk’s agenda file, this meeting) |
(3) | Accept the gift of $4,800 from the Parent-Teacher Organization at the middle school for use to purchase smart boards for that school |
(4) | Adopt a RESOLUTION to approve a contract for non-public health services for the 2007-2008 school year with the Board of Education of the Penfield Central School District, TO WIT: |
RESOLUTION FOR HEALTH SERVICES CONTRACT | |||||||||||||||||||
WITH PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | |||||||||||||||||||
(Non-Public School Pupils, 2007-08) | |||||||||||||||||||
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Wayne Central School District hereby approves a contract with the Board of Education of Penfield Central School District for health service charges, pursuant to §912 of the State Education Law, for pupils at non-public schools in the 2007-2008 school year, and authorizes the President and Clerk of the Board of Education to execute said contract, pending approval of same by the superintendent of schools (copy of contract filed in clerk’s files) |
(5) | Adopt a RESOLUTION to approve payment for unused vacation days for the 2007-2008 school year as provided by §17 of the employment contract between the Board of Education and the superintendent of schools, TO WIT: |
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PAYMENT | |
OF UNUSED VACATION DAYS TO THE | |
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS | |
(2007-2008) | |
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education does hereby approve the payment for unused vacation days for the 2007-2008 school year for the superintendent of schools as provided by §17 of the employment contract between the Board of Education and the superintendent of schools |
On the question, the consensus agendawas approved/adopted by a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou). |
XI. POLICY COMMITTEE ITEMS |
Mrs. Newman presented the policy and regulation items, noted above, for review and consideration by the Board of Education. | |
Mrs. Newman offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Wyse, to approve first reading of proposed revision of policy items, noted above, as presented by the policy committee. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou), Carried, |
Mrs. Newman offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Wyse, to single reading of proposed revision of regulations, noted above. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou), Carried, |
XII. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT – None | |
XIII. ADDITIONAL STUDENT COMMENT | |
a. | Alison Mc Quade, 7592 Fisher Road, Ontario, asked what steps are taken to prevent unauthorized Internet access by students through privately owned computers. Mr. Havens reviewed procedures in place. |
b. | Amber Heintzleman, 1625 Ridge Road, Ontario, asked what new athletic teams are planned in future years; Mr. Havens noted plans for a new modified level lacrosse team in 2008-09. |
c. | Rebecca Osterhout, 5496 Walworth Road, Ontario, asked how the new athletic teams are funded; Mr. Havens provided details. |
d. | Bill Benedict, 5933 Arbor Road, Ontario, asked why the school board decided to add the International Baccalaureate Program; Mr. Havens provided details. |
e. | Eric Knapp, 2125 Bear Creek Drive, Ontario, asked what happens if student interest decreases in band or chorus; Mr. Havens reviewed the guidelines for minimum course enrollment at the high school. |
f. | Alex Link, 120 Berg Road, Ontario, asked why school rules are not less rigid as students approach senior year and graduation; Mr. Havens commented on the balance between high school regulations and post-high school independence. |
g. | Michael Terruli, a student at the high school, noted the scheduling issues which eliminate a lunch break for seniors who spend a portion of their day at the trade and technical center; Mr. Havens stated the matter is under review. |
h. | Ryan Conley, 932 Lake Road, Ontario, asked what the International Baccalaureate program includes; Mr. Havens provided details. |
i. | Travis Sadler, 322 Ridge Road, Ontario, asked why Eagle passes are no longer available; Mr. Havens suggested that he review the matter with the high school principal. |
j. | Mark Soucy 3973 Walworth-Ontario Rd, Walworth, asked when the high school would get a senior study lounge; Mr. Havens outlined the process for students to present options to the high school principal. |
XIV. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS | |
A. Susan Brown, 7518 Knickerbocker Road, Ontario, noted that the marquee sign in front of the high school posted a 7 p.m. starting time for this evening’s meeting instead of 6 p.m. and expressed concern that postings reflect accurate information. | |
XV | BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS |
A. | Mr. Johnson extended congratulations to Mrs. Lyke upon her election last week as first vice-president of the Four County School Boards Association; visitors and school officials offered a round of applause. |
B. | Mrs. Lyke stated that he is also curious about the status of the Eagle pass at the high school. |
C. | Mr. Wyse extended compliments to the middle school for the Memorial Day observance and noted he was pleased to assist with the sound system and as a guitar accompanist. |
XVI. | ADJOURNMENT | ||||||||||||||||||
Mrs. Newman offered a MOTION, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to adjourn the meeting at 7:15 p.m. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Absent (Mr. Triou), 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 | |||||||||||||||||||
June 19, 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||
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