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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
October 26 , 2010
7:00 PM
North Rose Elementary School Library
Clifford Parton and Robert Galloway led the Board of Education through a tour of the North Rose Bus
Garage. A presentation about the camera security system used on buses was given, and Board members
were able to view a new method used in dispensing fuel.
PRESENT:
Kari Durham, Judi Buckalew, John Boogaard, Katherine DeAngelis,
Kelly Ferrente, Edward Magin, Clifford Parton, Phil Wagner
John Walker, Robert Magin, Jacinda Lisanto, Jan McDorman and
approximately 75 guests
ABSENT/EXCUSED:
Robert Cahoon
CALL TO ORDER:
Board President Kari Durham called the meeting to order at 7:08 pm
and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1a. APPROVAL OF
Clifford Parton moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
AGENDA:
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Buckalew, J.
Boogaard, 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
Agenda of October 26, 2010.
1b. NATIONAL SCHOOL
The intent of National School Board Member Recognition week is to
BOARD RECOGNITON:
honor School Board members for their dedicated service to the children
of New York State.
A large “Gotcha” card was signed by children at
Florentine Hendrick and a group of students from North Rose
Elementary sang and performed a cheer routine. The Board members
also received a basket with handmade note cards, coasters, pencils and
goodies.
3b. JR. AND SR. HIGH AREA
The Board was delighted to listen to the members of the High School
ALL-STATE CHORUS:
chorus sing. Kudos and certificates of recognition were presented to
Nick Durgan and Noah Barnes on their selection to Jr. High Area All-
State Chorus, and to Kassandra Rose, Taylor Porter, Emily Burm, Amber
Walker, Mike Chapin, Caleb Miraglia, Carson Doyle and Amelia Rothfuss
on their selection to Sr. High All-State Chorus.
It was also a pleasure for the Board to listen to members of the High
School Band perform. Kudos and certificates of recognition were
presented to Erin Straight and Trevor Ivanov on their selection to Sr.
High Area All-State Band.
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These musicians were accompanied by their instructors; Mrs. Mathews,
Mr. Dunn, and Mr. Witkiewitz. Mr. Walker and the Board of Education
congratulated the group on their accomplishments.
3a. 2011 NATIONAL MERIT
It was an honor for the Board to present and congratulate High School
SCHOLARSHIP
Senior Michael Chapin with a certificate of recognition for being
PROGRAM:
named a Commended Student in the 2011 National Merit Scholarship
Program. Michael placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5
million students who entered the 2011 competition by taking the 2009
Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
3c. ELEMENTARY SUMMER
Mrs. DeFeo and Mr. Murphy gave an overview of the Elementary
SCHOOL:
Summer School Program. Approximately 120 students attended
KRISTIN DEFEO,
the K-5 Summer School Program that ran four hours/day from July 12
th
DAVE MURPHY
– August 12
th
. There was discussion about the evaluation of Summer
School data and a smooth transition for students from Summer School to
the regular school year.
3d. SPECIAL EDUCATION
Mrs. Kirkey presented the Board with information about the Special
SUMMER SCHOOL:
Education Summer School program. Approximately 38 students
ANGELA KIRKEY
participated in the 30 day program over the summer. Speech and
occupational/physical therapy services were provided.
1c. BUILDING TOUR:
Edward Magin and Jennifer Hayden led members of the Board on a tour
through the North Rose Elementary School. The Cafeteria and special
Cougar Café area, the result of a PBIS initiative, were visited. The group
toured the Computer Lab and discussion occurred in a 4
th
grade
classroom regarding a SmartBoard that was used there. The tour
continued past a PBIS Bulletin Board and family book swap area.
Student work that was on display throughout the building was enjoyed.
2. PUBLIC ACCESS TO
Stacey Reppi spoke to the Board about a transportation issue for her two
THE BOARD:
daughters. Carl Conboy voiced his concern about behavior on buses.
4a. ADMINISTRATOR’S
The Board thanked the administrator’s for their reports, no questions
REPORTS:
were asked.
4b. CURRICULUM
The Curriculum Council met on October 25
th
and drafted plans
COUNCIL:
for the upcoming Superintendent’s Conference Day on November
KATHARINE
12
th
. A report was given on SUPA and goal setting for the year occurred.
DEANGELIS
Race to the Top requirements were discussed.
4c. COMMUNITY
The Community Linkage committee gathered and started laying out
LINKAGE:
ideas to overcome the gap in communication between the Board of
KARI DURHAM
Education, parents, and the community.
WELLNESS
The Wellness Committee met and made plans for the upcoming year.
COMMITTEE:
A yellow ribbon campaign was discussed as well as ideas for the
KELLY FERRENTE
Superintendent’s Conference Day in November.
4d. STUDENT BOE
Carson Doyle spoke about Board recognition gifts and gave kudos to
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REPORT:
his fellow classmates who were honored this evening. He mentioned
CARSON DOYLE
dates for the upcoming sectional games, and the Halloween party which
will be held at the High School. He spoke about the annual student
athlete/faculty appreciation event, and mentioned an inspiring author
named Terry Truman who visited the High School recently.
4e. OTHER GOOD
An outstanding performance by the international family group SheaLaurel
NEWS OF THE
was recently enjoyed by Middle School students. Mr. Walker thanked the
DISTRICT:
chaperones and all those who participated at the Middle School for the
Halloween Dance.
4f. OTHER:
5a. LETTER OF RESIGNAT-
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
ION FOR THE PURPOSE
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with
OF RETIREMENT:
thanks for
28 years of service, the letter of resignation for the purpose of
MELVA MINIER
retirement from Melva Minier, effective at the close of business on June
24, 2011.
5b. SUPERINTENDENT’S
Mr. Walker reported that the Emergency Drill on October 15
th
ran
UPDATE:
smoothly.
JOHN WALKER
5c. BUSINESS
Mr. Robert Magin reported that all state aid forms have been completed
ADMINISTRATOR’S
and the next focus will be on the 2011-12 budget. The Budget calendar is
UPDATE:
on the Agenda for adoption, and the Budget Committee will gather in
early December. He spoke about the status of Capital Project work, and
mentioned that a meeting occurred recently between administrators and
the SEI Design group to discuss parking, sidewalks, playgrounds and
other issues at North Rose Elementary. He mentioned that design plans
have been submitted to the State Education Department. A November 1
st
Audit Committee meeting was planned.
Before approval of the meeting minutes of October 12, 2010, a correction
was made to the voting area in the motion made to create a 1.0 FTE Sr.
Clerk/Typist position.
J. Buckalew, J. Boogaard, K. DeAngelis, K. Ferrente, E. Magin, C.
Parton, P. Wagner voted yes. K. Durham voted no. J. Buckalew, J.
Boogaard, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham E. Magin, C. Parton, P. Wagner
voted yes. K. Ferrente voted no.
6a. MEETING MINUTES
Clifford Parton moved and Judi Buckalew seconded the following
October 12, 2010
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew,
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
corrected Meeting Minutes of October 12, 2010.
7. CONSENT AGENDA:
Clifford Parton moved and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following
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motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew,
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
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
approves the following Warrants:
1. #0021
$314,785.18
a. Internal Auditor Report– Melanie Geil
2. #0022
$4,141.73
3. #0024
$41,138.00
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 dated
September 29, 2010, October 7, 2010, and October 14, 2010 and the
Committee on PreSchool Special Education dated October 19, 2010, and
instructs the Superintendent to implement the recommendations on
behalf of the following individuals identified by student number:
11579 10094 11547 10899 10403
11714 11026 11336 12329 10596 12122
IEP Amendments – CSE & CPSE
11184 12168 12163 12555 12138 10034
7c. SUBSTITUTES:
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. APPROVAL OF BUDGET
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
CALENDAR FOR 2010-11:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
Adoption of the Budget Calendar for the 2010-2011 school year.
7e. APPROVAL OF
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
VOLUNTEER:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the following individual for volunteer work:
Name
Building
Christina Bellinger
Florentine Hendrick Elementary
7f. AUTHORIZATION TO
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
DISPOSE OF DISTRICT
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, authorizes
the Business Executive to dispose of the items listed in attachment #7f.
The list will be on file with the District Clerk.
7g. AUTHORIZATION TO
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
DISPOSE OF DISTRICT:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, authorizes
the Business Executive to dispose of the items listed in attachment #7g.
The list will be on file with the District Clerk.
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7h. AUTHORIZATION FOR
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
CLUB MERGER:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, authorizes
the merger of the LIFESAVERS (Youth 2 Youth) Club and the ARK
(SMILE) Club into a new club named GOTTCHAS at the Middle School.
7g1. CORRECTION:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
RESIGNATION OF AMY
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the
TROWBRIDGE:
resignation of Amy Trowbridge as Literacy Coach, effective October 22,
2010 October 19, 2010.
7g2. LETTER OF RESIGNATION
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
FROM COACHING
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,
POSITION:
accepts the resignation of Brienne Stratton as JV Basketball Coach,
BRIENNE STRATTON
effective October 7, 2010.
7g3. APPOINT TEACHER AIDE:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
CHERE ´ TYLER-POOLE
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the 26 week probationary appointment of Chere ´ Tyler-Poole to the
position of Teacher Aide, conditional upon a criminal history record
check according to Commissioners Regulations §80-1.11 and Part 87 for
$9.75/hr., 7 hours per day, 10 months/year, prorated to start date,
effective October 12, 2010.
7g4. 21
st
CENTURY GRANT/
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
ADVANTAGE AFTER
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
SCHOOL PROGRAM
following individuals to work in the 21
st
Century Grant/Advantage After
STAFF:
School Program.
Name
Position
# of Hrs.
$/Hr.
Effective Date
Bradley DeMass After School Program Aide
2.25/day
$10.00 Oct. 13, 2010
David Parker
Advantage After School Program
Volunteer
7g5. COACHING
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
APPOINTMENTS:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following volunteer coaching appointments for the 2010-2011 school
year, conditional upon a criminal history record check according to
Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87, and successful
completion of all required First Aid/CPR and Child Abuse courses as
follows:
Name
Position
Step
Year Salary
Dale Binggeli
Boys Swim
Volunteer
Jeff Drake
Boys Swim
Volunteer
Kelly Cole
Boys Swim
Volunteer
Scott Baker
Boys Basketball
Volunteer
Ed Leisenring
Boys Basketball
Volunteer
Jay Reynolds
Boys Basketball
Volunteer
Joe Cahoon
Girls Basketball
Volunteer
Brienne Stratton Girls Basketball
Volunteer
Kurt Laird
Wrestling
Volunteer
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Nick Wojieck
Indoor Track
Volunteer
Pam Lockwood
Girls JV Basketball
1
1
$2,974.00
8.
INFORMATIONAL
The following informational items were shared with the Board:
ITEMS:
Enrollment – November 2010, The Advocate – October 2010, Use of
Facilities, Newspaper article “Huron Bus Training”, NR-W Middle
School Newsletter – October 2010, Fall Play information and
complimentary ticket.
Mrs. Buckalew mentioned that it is nice to see the increase of volunteers
in the District.
9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
It was mentioned that information was hard to obtain without a District
Newsletter.
10. CLOSING OF FHE:
Mr. Walker and Mike Steve recently toured the District and noted
existing storage areas and items that will need to be disposed of in order
to prepare for the move. An auction will be planned to get rid of extra
items. Mr. Walker mentioned that a Records Clearing expert will assist
the District with Records Management. Mr. Walker urges everyone to
check out the District web page under ‘The Merge’ , for communication
regarding the move.
ADJOURNMENT:
John Boogaard moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J.
Buckalew, 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 9:30 pm.
___________________________________
Jan McDorman, Clerk
Board of Education