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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
May 25, 2010
7:00 PM
High School Small Cafeteria
PRESENT:
Judi Buckalew, John Boogaard, Robert Cahoon, Katharine DeAngelis,
Kari Durham, Kelly Ferrente, Edward Magin, Clifford Parton, Phil
Wagner
Hal Ferguson, John Walker, Robert Magin, Jacinda Lisanto, Jan
McDorman and approximately 18 guests
ABSENT/EXCUSED:
Samantha Zerniak
CALL TO ORDER:
Board President Judi Buckalew called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm
and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. OATH OF OFFICE
Phil Wagner was sworn in as a Board Member. The Oath of Office is on
file with the District Clerk.
1a. APPROVAL OF
Clifford Parton moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
&
AGENDA AND
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard,
13a. ADDITIONS TO THE
R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton,
AGENDA:
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
Agenda and the Additions to the Agenda of May 25, 2010.
2. PUBLIC ACCESS TO
No one spoke to the Board at this time.
THE BOARD:
3.
PRESENTATION:
The Board enjoyed listening to an excerpt from “The Princess and the
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Pea”, told by Lexus Carr, a 7
th
grade student. Lexus recently competed in
STORYTELLING
a Regional Storytelling competition.
4a. ADMINISTRATIVE
The Board thanked the administrators for the reports they provide.
REPORTS:
4b. CURRICULUM
The Curriculum Council met on May 24, 2010. It was reported that
COUNCIL:
curriculum mapping will be placed on hold until the new changes in ELA
KATHARINE
and Math standards are established. The schedule for June 2010
DEANGELIS
Conference days were discussed.
4c. BUILDING AND
Work is in progress on the punch list for the High School classroom
GROUNDS:
addition. The ventilation ducts will soon be painted brown. Other
CLIFFORD PARTON
renovations for the High School are close to being finished, with the
exception of the sidewalk area in front of the school. New main entrance
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doors are being installed at North Rose Elementary. At Middle School,
preparation is beginning for asbestos removal.
4d. TECHNOLOGY
Edward Magin reported on the Technology Committee meeting held on
COMMITTEE:
May 19, 2010. Many areas were discussed, including how the technology
EDWARD MAGIN
department would be affected by an austerity budget. The need for a
computer technician to be assigned to the new high school computer lab
was discussed. Old computer equipment throughout the District was
turned in, producing a savings of $9,000. Smartboards in the Middle
School will be installed this summer. Neil Thompson has created a
software selection guide which will assist teachers in picking software,
etc. for the Smartboards. A program named NovaNet was discussed
which allows students to recover coursework credit online.
4e. STUDENT BOE
No report was given.
MEMBER REPORT:
SAMANTHA ZERNIAK
4f. OTHER GOOD NEWS
John Boogaard gave kudos to Jennifer Hayden for providing a pancake
OF THE DISTRICT:
breakfast for her staff during Staff appreciation week. Congratulations
were given to Neil Thompson on his work with the Erie Canal state-wide
distance learning project offered through Monroe 1 BOCES for 4
th
graders. The distance learning project offered 4
th
graders a chance to
communicate and share ideas with students from other districts. The
athletic teams were praised for their efforts in community service
projects throughout the year.
4g. OTHER:
Edward Magin spoke about the Four County School Boards Annual
meeting he attended on May 20, 2010, where an interesting speaker
named David Cay Johnston spoke about “A Path Back to Prosperity for
America”. He mentioned that the election of Four County Officers took
place, and that 23 out of 27 districts belong to the Association.
5a. SUPERINTENDENT’S
There was discussion about how to proceed after the defeat by voters of
UPDATE:
the proposed 2010-11 Budget. The details of a contingency budget were
discussed in depth. It was mentioned that a contingency budget would
reduce approximately $51,500 from the administrative component of the
proposed budget. To respect the voice of the community, it was
recommended that an extra $25,000 be taken from reserve funds, and a
contingency budget be adopted to reduce the tax levy.
A motion was made by Edward Magin and seconded by John Boogaard
to approve the following resolution. The vote was unanimous. J.
Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.
Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton, P. Wagner voted yes.
Resolved, that the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and in compliance with New York State
Education Law, hereby adopts a contingent budget for the 2010-11 fiscal
year in the amount of $26,935,286.00.
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Be it further resolved that a sum of $25,000.00, be transferred if
necessary, from District reserve funds to support the contingent budget .
5b. BUSINESS
Mr. Robert Magin presented the Board with an analysis of a Contingent
ADMINISTRATOR’S
Budget, and answered questions that were asked.
UPDATE:
6a. MEETING
Edward Magin moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
MINUTES:
motion. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.
MAY 11, 2010
Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton, P. Wagner voted yes, R. Cahoon
abstained.
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 May 11, 2010.
6b. MEETING
Kelly Ferrente moved and Katharine DeAngelis seconded the following
MINUTES:
motion. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.
MAY 18, 2010
Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton, P. Wagner voted yes, R. Cahoon
abstained.
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 May 18, 2010.
7. CONSENT AGENDA:
Clifford Parton moved and Robert Cahoon seconded the motion to
approve the Consent Agenda. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J.
Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, E. Magin,
C. Parton, P. Wagner voted yes.
7a. WARRANT:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following Warrant:
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$663,171.66
7b. RECOMMENDATIONS
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
FROM CSE:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
recommendations from the Committee on Special Education dated May
6, 2010, May 7, 2010, and May 13 2010, and May 14, 2010 and the
Committee on PreSchool Special Education dated May 4, 2010, and
instructs the Superintendent to implement the recommendations on
behalf of the following individuals identified by student number:
11484 11152 12330 12421 11597 11958 12400 12429
12226 12401 11179 12062 11335 11013 11231 10572
10452 12515 10679 12103 10317 09756 09148 08421
08423 11498 12290 08021 09386 12154 08222 11721
IEP Amendment:
09827
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7c. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
AND SUBSTITUTE
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
SERVICE PERSONNEL:
the individuals named on the substitute lists, which are on file with the
District Clerk.
7d. VOLUNTEER
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
APPROVAL:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following individual to do volunteer work at North Rose Elementary
school:
Shanyse Palmer
7e. CHANGES TO 2010-
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
2011 ACADEMIC
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
CALENDAR
changes to the 2010-11 Academic Calendar as follows:
Changes in evening parent conference dates
FH Evening Conference from 11/15/10 to 11/17/10
FH Evening Conference from 4/6/11 to 4/7/11
NRE Evening Conference from 11/16/10 to 11/18/10
NRE Evening Conference from 4/7/11 to 4/6/11
Changes in spring afternoon parent conference dates
K-5 Early Release @ 11:45 for Parent Teacher Conferences from
4/6/11 & 4/7/11 to 4/4/11 & 4/5/11
7f1. ABOLISH NON-
Whereas, the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District has
INSTRUCTIONAL
determined that for reasons of economy and efficiency it is necessary to
POSITINS:
abolish 2 positions in the classified civil service; and therefore
Resolved, that the Board of Education hereby abolishes the following
classified civil service positions effective June 30, 2010;
Position
Classification
Incumbent
Senior Clerk Typist Clerk competitive class position Vacant
Stenographer
competitive class position Tari Markowski
Be it further resolved that pursuant to New York Civil Service Law and
the Wayne County Civil Service Rules, the Wayne County Civil Service
Commission has determined that those individuals having least
retention standing for the positions abolished is as follows:
Stenographer: Tari Markowski
Be it further resolved that the services of Tari Markowski shall be
discontinued on June 30, 2010; and
Be it further resolved that the name of Tari Markowski is to be placed on
a preferred eligible list by the Wayne County Civil Service Commission
for that period of time as set forth in the New York Civil Service Law; and
Be it further resolved, that the Superintendent of Schools is hereby
authorized and directed to take such additional action as is necessary to
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implement this resolution so as to comply with the Civil Service Law,
Rules and Regulations of the Civil Service Commission of the County of
Wayne, policies of the Board of Education and terms and conditions of
existing negotiated agreements.
The Superintendent or his designee is directed to provide written notice
of our action to Tari Markowski regarding her lay-off by certified mail,
return receipt requested.
7f2. MIDDLE SCHOOL CO-
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
CURRICULAR
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
APPOINTMENT:
following Co-Curricular appointment for the 2009-2010 school year,
effective May 3, 2010:
Name
Position
Step/Years
Salary
Joseph Barravecchio
Bus Loader
1
1
$174 ( Prorated Amount)
7f3. AQUATICS PROGRAM:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following individual as a Water Safety Instructor/Lifeguard for any swim
program we offer:
WSI Instructor/Lifeguard
$/hr.
Taylor Porter
$9.50
13b. LETTER OF
Edward Magin moved and Katharine DeAngelis seconded the following
RESIGNATION FOR
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard,
PURPOSE OF
R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton,
RETIREMENT:
P. Wagner voted yes.
CONSTANCE
VANNORSTRAND
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with
thanks for over 36 years of service, the letter of resignation for the
purpose of retirement from Constance VanNorstrand, effective at the
close of business on June 30, 2010.
13c. LETTER OF
Clifford Parton moved and Robert Cahoon seconded the following
RESIGNATION:
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard,
LYN MIRALLES
R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton,
P. Wagner voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with
thanks for her service to the District, the resignation of Lyn Miralles as
an Elementary Teacher, effective June 30, 2010, contingent upon
continuing health insurance coverage through August 31, 2010.
8. DISCUSSION ON
The Board discussed Board member reduction, and the struggle that
BOARD MEMBER
that has occurred trying to fill Board seats. Various options and pros and
SHIP REDUCTION:
cons to the 9 member, 5 year term, 2 meetings/month obligation were
discussed. The Board will enlist the school attorney to assist them with
details and information on the topic.
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9 . INFORMATIONAL
The following items were shared with the Board: Use of Facilities,
ITEMS:
Enrollment - May 2010, Board Goals, The Advocate - May 2010, RSA
News - Spring 2010, Board of Education Calendar 2010-2011.
10. PUBLIC
There was no public participation.
PARTICIPATION:
11. FUTURE AGENDA
New Board member orientation was discussed. Board members were
ITEMS:
asked to review the Board Goals document. It is hoped that the
document will be shared with administration over the summer. It was
mentioned that each year there has been better communication with the
community. The need for ongoing Board communication with the
community and how that will occur without a District newsletter was
discussed.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Robert Cahoon moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R.
Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton, P.
Wagner voted yes.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approved
Executive Session at 8:40 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the
employment history of specific individuals.
OPEN SESSION:
The meeting returned to open session at 9:59 pm.
ADJOURNMENT:
Robert Cahoon moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, R.
Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton, 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 10:00 pm.
___________________________________
Jan McDorman, Clerk
Board of Education