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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
September 14 , 2010
7:00 PM
HIGH SCHOOL ROOM #210
PRESENT:
Kari Durham, John Boogaard, Judi Buckalew, Robert Cahoon,
Katherine DeAngelis, Kelly Ferrente, Edward Magin, Clifford Parton,
Phil Wagner, Carson Doyle
John Walker, Robert Magin, Jacinda Lisanto, Jan McDorman and
approximately 12 guests
ABSENT/EXCUSED:
CALL TO ORDER:
Board President Kari Durham called the meeting to order at
7:00 pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1a. APPROVAL OF
Edward Magin moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
AGENDA:
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J.
Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, E. Magin, K. Ferrente, 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
Agenda of September 14, 2010.
2.
PUBLIC ACCESS
No one spoke to the Board at this time.
TO THE BOARD:
3.
PRESENTATIONS:
Vic Tomaselli from SEI Design Group presented an update on NRE
NRE TRANSITION
transition plans. He was assisted by Gian-Paul Piane, also from SEI, and
VIC TOMASELLI, SEI
Kevin Clark from Campus Construction. A copy of the floor plan
DESIGN” GROUP
was handed out which showed that adequate classrooms will be there to
accommodate students. The kitchen area with an expansion of a serving
line was spoken about. The plan for a new parking lot adjacent to the
gymnasium was discussed. Duct work, suspended ceiling, lighting,
exterior materials, roofing, heating and sidewalks were other topics of
discussion. Plans will be submitted to the State Education Department in
the next few days. Demolition of the site and renovations may occur as
early as April.
Kevin Clark from Campus Construction thanked all teachers, staff, and
administration in the buildings, especially at the Middle School, for
being so accommodating to the construction firm during the Capital
Project.
TRANSPORTATION
Robert Galloway, Transportation Supervisor, gave a report on
REPORT ON OPENING
transportation during the first few days of school. He mentioned that
DAYS: ROBERT
bus rides are under an hour for all students, and that the computer
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GALLOWAY
software used in the Transportation department insures that good routes
are made. He commended Scott Converse on a fine job of keeping things
running smoothly, spoke about a fueling system that is being installed,
and four new buses that are being registered that will be ready for use
shortly. Mr. Walker thanked Robert Galloway for a fine job in
maintaining buses, and for providing great transportation for the kids of
our District.
4a BUILDINGS AND
Mr. Parton reported that punchlist work is being completed.
GROUNDS:
C. PARTON
4b. STUDENT BOE REPORT:
Carson Doyle spoke about the opening days of school for students.
CARSON DOYLE
He mentioned that students are trying to adjust to the new 9
period class schedule at the High School. Carson will meet with the
Principal on a bi-weekly schedule to follow-through with this topic and
discuss other issues of importance.
4c. OTHER GOOD NEWS
Mr. Walker, Carson Doyle, and three other students recently spent an
OF THE DISTRICT:
afternoon together, getting acquainted and talking about future plans,
our school, and kids.
4d. OTHER:
5a. SUPERINTENDENT’S
Superintendent Walker spoke about the County Superintendent’s
UPDATE:
meeting he recently attended. He mentioned that our District’s
JOHN WALKER
enrollment is increasing, not decreasing as some other districts.
5b. BUSINESS
Mr. Robert Magin spoke about the 2009-10 fund balance report
ADMINISTRATOR’S
and reserves. There was a discussion regarding the signage
UPDATE:
over the main entrance of the High School. A straw vote of
ROBERT MAGIN
Board members determined that no additional words would be added to
the signage at this time. The Use of Facilities by outside agencies while
in a contingency budget was discussed.
6a. MEETING MINUTES
Phil Wagner moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
August 24, 2010
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J.
Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, 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
Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2010.
7. CONSENT AGENDA:
Clifford Parton moved and Phil Wagner seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J.
Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C. Parton,
P. Wagner voted yes.
7a. WARRANTS:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
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the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
approves the following Warrants:
1. #009
$93,470.72
2. #0012
$610,463.64
3. #0014
$324,000.60
7b. RECOMMENDATIONS
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
FROM CSE AND CPSE:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the
Committee on Preschool Special Education, and instructs the
Superintendent to implement the recommendations on behalf of the
following individuals identified by student number:
IEP Amendments
11179
12584 12578 10596
11026
11212
11025 11191
12590
12577
12267 08316 09873 12600
7c. SUSBITUTES:
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.
7d. AUTHOIZATION TO
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
DISPOSE OF SCHOOL
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, authorizes
PROPERTY:
the Business Executive to dispose of the items listed in attachments
#7d1. and #7d2. The lists will be on file with the District Clerk.
7e. APPROVAL OF CAPITAL
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
PROJEXT CHANGE
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
ORDER:
the following Capital Project Change Order Request:
Change Order Request Description
Project #
Reference #
Total Amount
GT120
Issue 364 add’l.
2006179
001
$24,621.55
abatement tents
for wiring and piping
needed @ Leavenworth
7f. THE ELISABETH COMAN
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
NATIONAL HONOR
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
SOCIETY AWARD:
approves the establishment of the Elisabeth Coman National Honor
Society Award, which will bestow a $250.00 check to a High School
graduating Senior boy or girl on a yearly basis who meets the criteria set
forth by the family, and authorizes the Business Administrator to hold
the funds in an interest bearing Trust and Agency account for
distribution according to written criteria established for the fund.
7g1. ABOLISHMENT OF
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
CIVIL SERVICE
the superintendent of Schools and in accordance with Education Law,
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EMPLOYEE POSITIONS:
and Civil Service Law, approves to abolish (2) School Monitor positions
effective September 3, 2010:
SCHOOL MONITOR:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
AMBER HYSACK
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, discontinues
the service of Amber Hysack, being the least senior person in that title
area, in the North Rose - Wolcott Central School District at the close of
business on September 3, 2010. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
Amber Hysack’s name be placed on the Preferred Eligibility List of
candidates for appointment to a vacancy that may occur in a position
similar to the one which she previously occupied, following the North
Rose-Wolcott Service Employees’ Association contract dated July 1,
2007 - June 30, 2011.
RESCIND SCHOOL
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
MONITOR
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, hereby
APPOINTMENT:
rescinds the motion approved on August 24, 2010, authorizing the
MARY SWARTHOUT
appointment of Mary Swarthout as a School Monitor.
7g2. CREATION OF (1) 1.0 FTE
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
ELEMENTARY TEACHER: the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the creation of (1) 1.0 FTE Elementary Teaching position.
7g3. RECALL ELEMENTARY
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
TEACHER:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
CAITLYN HART
to recall Caitlyn Hart to service as an elementary teacher from the
established Preferred Eligibility List, effective September 1, 2010.
7g4. APPOINT TEACHING
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
ASSISTANT:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
SCOTT BAKER
approves the three year probationary appointment of Scott Baker as a
Teaching Assistant, conditional upon a criminal history record check
according to Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87, annual
salary of $17,875.00, (Step C) plus $2,000 for Bachelor’s degree,
effective September 1, 2010 – August 31, 2013.
7g5. CREATION OF FOOD
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon re commendation of
SERVICE HELPER:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the creation of (1) Food Service Helper position. This is a 2 hour/day, 10
month position, $9.75/hr.
7g6. ADAPTIVE PE CENTER-
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
APPROVAL OF NEW
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
RECREATION
approves the following individuals as Recreation Attendants in the
ATTENDANTS:
Adaptive PE Center. Each individual meets the criteria set forth for the
position, and will work approximately 6-12 hours/week, 12 months/year,
effective September 14, 2010:
Name
Position
$/hour
Andrea Ceccarelli
Recreation Attendant
$7.25
Sundra Besaw
Recreation Attendant
$7.25
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7g7. AQUATICS PROGRAM:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation
APPROVAL OF NEW
of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
WATER SAFETY
approves the following individual as a Water Safety Instructor/Lifeguard
INSTRUCTOR/LIFEGUARD for any swim program we offer:
WSI Instructor/Lifeguard
$/hr.
Carly Ostroski
$9.50
7g8. COACHING
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation
APPOINTMENTS:
of the Superintendent Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the following individuals to fill volunteer coaching positions for the
2010-11 school year:
Name
Position
Ashleigh Gerstner
Girls Volleyball
Ben Wilson
Boys Soccer
8. INFORMATIONAL
The following informational items were shared with the Board:
ITEMS:
Enrollment, W-FL BOCES Component District Combined Percent
Scoring Report: 2009-10 ELA 3, Wayne County Star article “Study:
No Regional HS for Wayne County”, NR-W Alumni Art Exhibition
Flyer, Use of Facilities.
9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Carson Doyle asked when the HS parking lot will be repainted, and
mentioned parking concerns.
10. CLOSING OF FHE
:
FHE transition plans were discussed in detail earlier in the meeting.
11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Board committee charges were discussed. It was noted that not all
committees listed are Board committees. A separation of Board
committees vs. school committees is needed. Board members Kelly
Ferrente, Katharine DeAngelis and Judi Buckalew will rearrange these
committees, work on the charges, and bring their revisions back to the
Board.
13a. ADDITIONS TO THE
Robert Cahoon moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
AGENDA:
motion. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis,
E. Magin, K. Ferrente, 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
additions to the agenda of September 14, 2010.
13b. APPOINT LONG TERM
Clifford Parton moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
SUBSTITUTE:
motion. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis,
KATHY SEWARD
E. Magin, K. Ferrente, 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
appointment of Kathy Seward as a Long Term Substitute Teacher,
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conditional upon a criminal history record check according to
Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 as follows:
Certification: Mathematics (Grades 5-9), Initial
Control #: on file
Mathematics 7-12, Initial
Control #: on file
Start Date: September 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011, to serve at the pleasure of
the Board
Salary: $39,250
Step A
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Robert Cahoon moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J.
Buckalew, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, 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
Executive Session at 8:50 pm for the specific purpose of discussing
personnel items.
OPEN SESSION
The meeting returned to open session at 9:23 pm.
There was discussion regarding facilities use by outside organizations.
Robert Magin will provide follow-up to this later.
ADJOURNMENT:
Robert Cahoon moved and Kari Durham seconded the following motion.
The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew, R.
Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, 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 9:43 pm.
___________________________________
Jan McDorman, Clerk
Board of Education