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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES

November 16 , 2010

7:00 PM

High School Room #210

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 30 guests

ABSENT/EXCUSED:

Robert Cahoon, Carson Doyle

CALL TO ORDER:

Board President Kari Durham called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm and

led the Pledge of Allegiance.

1a. APPROVAL OF

Phil Wagner moved and John Boogaard 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 November 16, 2010.

3b. NEGOTIATIONS &

Mr. Jeff Trout, Labor Relations Specialist from New York State United

CONTRACT REPRESENT- Teachers and Mr. Brent Cooley Sr., Labor Relations Specialist from

ATIVE INTRODUCTIONS: Cayuga Onondaga BOCES were introduced to the Board. They will be

working with the District when negotiations occur.

1b. BUILDING

John Boogaard mentioned that he was impressed with the atmosphere of

TOUR:

the High School, and with the process that occurs when students

transition from 8

to 9

grade which is a very critical year. He was

pleased to learn that the 9

grade teachers meet as a team, with parents

of their students, and with the entire HS teaching staff to analyze the

progress of freshmen students.

John Boogaard, Kelly Ferrente, and Tina Wilson led the Board on a tour

of the High School. The Computer Lab, Business department, school

store, and new classroom edition including the Special Education and

Foreign Language rooms were among the areas toured.

2. PUBLIC ACCESS:

There was no public access.

3a. NR-W BOOSTER CLUB:

Aaron Petrosino, President of the NR-W Booster Club read the mission

AARON PETROSINO

statement of the North Rose-Wolcott Boosters Club to the Board of

Education and thanked them for their continued support and use of

school facilities. He gave a financial overview of the year and mentioned

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that the bulk of their funds come from the Food Booth during Soccer

season. In addition, income is generated from the selling of clothing with

the Cougar logo, and from Soccer and Basketball tournaments. The

Club contributes to Mercy Flight and the local ambulances, supports

school musicals, Dollars for Scholars, Project Graduation, Inventive

Minds, Student of the Week programs, 8

Grade Honors trip, Sports

Banquet, and the Ronald McDonald House Basketball All Star program.

The Club contributed to the Sam DeNoto and Marianne Hunt memorial

awards, and assisted with the High School speaker system, volleyball net

winder, and basketball shooting gun. The club provides plaques and

engraving for academic awards and continues to purchase sectional

jackets/patches for those teams winning sectionals. They also provide

trophies for various events. The Board thanked the Booster Club for the

service they provide.

3c. FOOD SERVICE

The Superintendent and Board of Education congratulated Nancy

RECOGNITION:

Younglove, School Lunch Manager, and her colleagues on receiving

NANCY YOUNGLOVE

recognition from Wayne County Cornell University Cooperative

Extension. This recognition was for outstanding service in helping

Cornell Cooperative Extension in Wayne County achieve its educational

goals. A second honor was received from the New York State School

Nutrition Association: The President’s Gold Award, and a third honor

was awarded when the NR-W Food Service Program was found in

excellent standing for both parts of the review process of the Summer

Program Child Nutrition. The Food Service program also had two years

of perfect health inspections. Nancy contributes this success to her

Food Service team, and is proud to work at NR-W.

PUBLIC ACCESS TO

There was no public access to the Board.

THE BOARD:

4a. ADMINISTRATOR’S

Cinda LiSanto answered questions on the data team. It was

REPORTS:

mentioned that 70 Freshmen have passed every course to date, and

congratulations were given to students and teachers for this

achievement. Jennifer Hayden described the Book Leveling Party that

recently took place at NRE.

4b. WELLNESS COMMITTEE:

The Wellness Committee had their second meeting of the year, and

KELLY FERRENTE

monthly events for the school year were planned. Involvement in

Superintendent Day activities was discussed. Tammy Richardson visited

the High School and spoke to students about suicide prevention. She

will visit the Middle School next, and will speak with faculty as well. A

parent night will be scheduled on suicide prevention, paired with the

anti-bullying theme, to help parents help kids.

4c. AUDIT COMMITTEE:

Mr. Parton recapped the meeting recently held with Ray Wager, Auditor.

CLIFF PARTON

He mentioned that the Policy Committee will look into a Whistle Blower

policy, and that acceptance of the Basic Financial Statements and

Management letter are part of the Consent Agenda. He urged any

members having questions regarding the financial report to ask an Audit

Committee member.

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4d. COMMUNITY LINKAGE:

Mrs. Durham spoke about a survey that is being developed by the

KARI DURHAM

Community Linkage Committee and students. She mentioned news

releases that have been printed in local papers which will promote

community awareness of District issues.

4e. STUDENT BOE MEMBER

There was no report given.

REPORT:

CARSON DOYLE

4f. OTHER GOOD

Kudos were given to all those who did a fine job performing in the

NEWS OF THE

High School play “The Worst High School Play in the World” on November

DISTRICT:

and 13

. Mrs. Buckalew mentioned that this year every school in the

District and some school clubs will be participating in the Festival of the

Trees, sponsored by the Wolcott Historical Society.

4g. OTHER:

Mr. Wager complimented Nancy Younglove on her accomplishments.

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

25 years of service, the letter of resignation for the purpose of

JOSEPH DIEHL

retirement from Joseph Diehl, effective at the close of business on June

29, 2011.

5b. SUPERINTENDENT’S

Mr. Walker is thankful for the great work provided by Tammy

UPDATE:

Richardson relating to the suicide prevention program. He gave his

JOHN WALKER

personal recognition to Nancy Younglove, and spoke about the

enjoyment he received from participating in the fall play with High

School students. He mentioned that powerful conversations have

occurred regarding Race to the Top funding, and that lengthy, detailed

data has been submitted to the State. He thanked Cinda Lisanto and her

team, and mentioned that because of their efforts, our District may be

able to receive funding for staff development. Mr. Walker recapped the

activities that occurred on Superintendent’s Day, and set up a Policy

Committee meeting.

5c. BUSINESS

Mr. Robert Magin asked members to note two new sections on the

ADMINISTRATOR’S

Treasurer’s Report. He supplied the Board with financial data on

UPDATE:

Substitute Teachers. He spoke about an upcoming Budget Committee

meeting on December 8

, and gave a preliminary 2011-2012 budget

presentation.

6a. MEETING MINUTES

Phil Wagner moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following

October 26, 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

Meeting Minutes of October 26, 2010.

7. CONSENT AGENDA:

Katharine DeAngelis moved and Clifford Parton 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. #0025

$103,096.64

2. #0027

$390,649.65

3. #0028

$362,612.54

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

October 20, 2010, October 21, 2010, October 28, 2010, and November 4,

2010, and the Committee on PreSchool Special Education dated

November 2, 2010, and instructs the Superintendent to implement the

recommendations on behalf of the following individuals identified by

student number:

12566 12610 12616 07964 08316 10499 07864 08473 10129

11321 10075 09459 10507 09746 12602 10480 10639 11273

10283 10220 11304 12537 11879 11275

11570 11158 12001

IEP Amendments

10024 10565 09661 12233 12418 11772

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. BASIC FINANCIAL

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

STATEMENTS:

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the

Basic Financial Statements and Management Letter for the year ending

June 30, 2010.

7e. DISTRICT FINANCIAL

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

REPORT:

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

SEPTEMBER 2010

Treasurer’s Reports for September, 2010.

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

Extra Classroom Activity Reports for September, 2010.

7f 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

Amy Dean

North Rose Elementary School

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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

PROPERTY:

the Business Executive to dispose of the items listed in attachment #7g.

The list will be on file with the District Clerk.

7h. RETURN OF TAXES TO

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

THE COUNTY:

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

return of 2010 unpaid school taxes to Wayne County for collection of

payment.

7i. BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

following revisions made to the appointments on July 13, 2010:

1. Deputy Treasurer: Susan Riley, effective 11/29/10

2. Signature on Checks: Kathleen Krivitza, Susan Riley, John Walker,

effective 11/29/10

7j1. LETTER OF RESIGNATION:

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of

DEBORAH LEVREAULT

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with

thanks for service, the resignation of Deborah Levreault as Food Service

Helper, effective November 5, 2010.

7j2. CREATION OF 1.0 FTE

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of

TEACHING ASSISTANT:

the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves

the creation of a 1.0 FTE Teaching Assistant.

7j3. APPOINT SR. CLERK/

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

TYPIST: SUSAN RILEY

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

26 week probationary appointment of Susan Riley to the position of Sr.

Clerk/Typist, conditional upon a criminal history record check according

to Commissioners Regulations §80-1.11 and Part 87 for $12.00/hr., 7.5

hours per day, 12 months/year, $23,400.00 prorated to start date,

effective

November 29, 2010.

7j4. APPOINT LITERACY

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of

COACH:

the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves

the three year probationary appointment of Karen Cunico as Literacy

Coach, conditional upon a criminal history record check according to

Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 as follows:

Certification: Permanent Nursery, K, 1-6

Control #: on file

Reading Endorsement, State of Florida

(Reciprocity Agreement)

Tenure Area: Reading

Probationary Period: November 1, 2010 – October 31, 2013

Salary: $44,050 Step E plus an additional sign on bonus of $1,500 for

Masters Degree, prorated to start date.

7j5. 21

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

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SCHOOL PROGRAM STAFF:

following individuals to work in the 21

Century Grant/Advantage After

School Program:

Name

Position

# of Hrs.

$/Hr.

Effective Date

Scott Cunningham

After School Program Teacher

varies

$25.00

Oct. 13, 2010

Jim Fisher

After School Program Site Coordinator

varies

$27.00

Oct. 4, 2010

Mike Grasso

After School Program Teacher

varies

$25.00

Nov. 8, 2010

John Hewes

After School Program Teacher

varies

$25.00

Oct. 15, 2010

Sue Lasher

After School Program Teacher Asst.

varies

$12.00

Nov. 1, 2010

Tammy McNabb

After School Program Teacher

varies

$25.00

Oct. 13, 2010

Tim Pauldine

After School Program Teacher

varies

$25.00

Nov. 2, 2010

Katie Yokopovich

After School Program Teacher

varies

$25.00

Oct. 18, 2010

7j6. COACHING APPOINTMENT: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

following volunteer coaching appointment 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

Laurie Elliott Girls Basketball

Volunteer

The Board thanked Laurie Elliott for volunteering as a coach.

7j7. ADAPTIVE PE CENTER:

Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation

APPROVAL OF NEW

of the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law,

RECREATION ATTENDANT:

approves the following individual as a Recreation Attendant in the

Adaptive PE Center. The individual meets the criteria set forth for the

position, and will work approximately 6-12 hours/week, 12 months/year,

effective November 17, 2010:

Name

Position

$/hour

Anthony Losurdo

Recreation Attendant

$7.25

8. INFORMATION ITEMS:

The following items were shared with the Board: Enrollment –

November 2010, Board to Board – October 2010, Use of Facilities, FHE

News – November 2010, NRE News – November 2010, Area All-State

Concert brochure.

9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

No public participation occurred.

10. CLOSING OF FHE:

Mr. Walker spoke about the cleaning that has been occurring with our

Buildings and Grounds crew throughout the District. He talked about

getting things lined up for trailers, storage, packing boxes, etc. He

mentioned that a State certified grant worker in Records Retention is

making progress sorting through District records, and that a meeting will

occur soon with teachers at the 5

grade level to inform them where

their rooms will be located at the Middle School. A December 13

meeting has been planned with Ora Rothfuss and Peg Churchill from the

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency to discuss options for the

Florentine Hendrick building.

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EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Kelly Ferrente moved and Katharine DeAngelis 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

Executive Session at 9:10 pm for the specific purpose of discussing

negotiations.

OPEN SESSION

The meeting returned to open session at 9:28 pm.

ADJOURNMENT:

Kelly Ferrente moved and Katharine DeAngelis 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