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UnOfficial & UnApproved
NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
December 21 , 2010
5:30 PM
High School Room #210
PRESENT:
Kari Durham, John Boogaard, Robert Cahoon, Katherine DeAngelis,
Kelly Ferrente, Edward Magin, Clifford Parton, Phil Wagner, Carson
Doyle (7:00)
John Walker, Jan McDorman and 6 guests (7:00)
ABSENT/EXCUSED:
Judi Buckalew, Cinda Lisanto, Robert Magin
CALL TO ORDER:
Board President Kari Durham called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm.
2. ANTICIPATED
Phil Wagner moved and Kelly Ferrente seconded the following
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, 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 5:32 pm for the specific purpose of discussing
negotiations and to determine interests.
Kelly Ferrente left the meeting during Executive Session at 6:00.
OPEN SESSION
The meeting returned to open session at 7:02 pm.
Board President Kari Durham led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1a. APPROVAL OF
Katharine DeAngelis moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
AGENDA:
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon,
K. DeAngelis, 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 December 21, 2010.
A moment of silence was observed in memory of Mrs. Tina Wilson, High
School Principal who passed away on December 21, 2010.
3. PUBLIC ACCESS:
There was no public access.
4a. DAR GOOD
The DAR Good Citizen will be recognized at the next Board of Education
CITIZEN RECOGNITION:
meeting.
4b. AREA AMBULANCE CREW
Representatives from the Rose Fire Department’s Ambulance Crew were
RECOGNITION:
present and received recognition for the outstanding service they provide
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to our school district and community.
Katharine DeAngelis left the meeting at 7:10 pm
5a. ADMINISTRATOR’S
A Board member requested more information regarding professional
REPORTS:
development.
5b. CURRICULUM COUNCIL:
No report was given.
KATHARINE DEANGELIS
5c. BUDGET COMMITTEE:
Edward Magin reported on the recent Budget Committee meeting, and
EDWARD MAGIN
spoke about the serious issue of putting together a budget this year.
Foremost is the importance of providing the best education we can for
students. A budget that offers art, music, and extra co-curricular
activities is needed for a well rounded student. Every program will be
reviewed for effectiveness. Communications to the community
regarding the budget will be crucial and will begin in January. Programs
will be looked at across the grades, not just in each building. Even
though dollars need to be saved, it is imperative to provide a program
that is not broken.
5d. POLICY COMMITTEE:
Clifford Parton spoke about the policies that each member has in their
CLIFF PARTON
packet for review. The Policy Committee recommends that the Board
adopt these policies. He mentioned that an Energy Committee of two
members needs to be formed. He requested a presentation on the
COGEN units.
5e. STUDENT BOE MEMBER
Carson Doyle commented on how tremendous our staff and
REPORT:
administrators handled the crisis of Mrs. Wilson’s passing at the
CARSON DOYLE:
High School, noting that everything that could be done to accommodate
students and staff was done. Carson reported on the winter sports
season that has begun. He listed numerous community service projects
that our teams and clubs have completed. He reported on a presentation
that Mr. Wojieck gave on anti-bullying. Carson recommended using the
Connect Ed system to communicate about District Newsletter
distribution.
5f. OTHER GOOD
The holiday concerts at all buildings have been enjoyed this season.
NEWS OF THE
Clifford Parton mentioned that over 200 families will be given food
DISTRICT:
and gifts from the community Food Pantry located at the Wolcott
Presbyterian Church. It was mentioned that it was nice to see our Girls
Basketball team ringing for the Salvation Army at Bob’s Big M this season.
In regards to the passing of Mrs. Wilson, it was mentioned that the amount
of support that we received from neighboring school districts was
tremendous and is very much appreciated. We were fortunate to have a
number of grief counselors present from other districts for our student body
and staff. There were over 100 people in attendance for the prayer service
coordinated by our Bible Club members earlier today in memory of Mrs.
Wilson.
5g. OTHER:
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Katharine DeAngelis returned at 7:30 pm.
6a. SUPERINTENDENT’S
Mr. Walker spoke to the Board about the Race to The Top funding that
UPDATE:
we have qualified for and thanked Cinda Lisanto and David Murphy
JOHN WALKER
who have been instrumental in obtaining this funding. He spoke about
what the grant money will be used for. Kudos were given to David
Murphy and Rebecca Gamba who have announced that 1.3 million
dollars will be awarded in grant money to be shared between North
Rose-Wolcott, Clyde, and Lyons over the next three years. He spoke
about where this grant money will be used. Mr. Walker explained
emergency closing procedures to Board members and mentioned that it
may be possible to use grant money to secure a School Resource Officer.
He explained snow day closing procedures. The topic of school building
use on Saturdays and Sundays was discussed.
Kari Durham left the meeting at 7:35 pm.
A motion was made by Edward Magin and seconded by Clifford Parton
to determine use of facilities on Saturday and Sundays with or without
custodial coverage. The Board approves granting custodial status to the
responsible person in charge on a case by case basis, and grants the
Superintendent the authority to determine this approval. R. Cahoon, P.
Wagner, E. Magin, K. DeAngelis, C. Parton voted yes. J. Boogaard voted
no.
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves to
determine use of facilities on Saturday and Sundays with or without
custodial coverage. The Board approves granting custodial status to the
responsible person in charge on a case by case basis, and grants the
Superintendent the authority to determine this approval.
6b. BUSINESS
No report was given.
ADMINISTRATOR’S
UPDATE:
Kari Durham returned at 7:50pm.
6c. POLICY FIRST READING:
New and revised policies were given to the board for a first reading. No
questions were asked.
7a. MEETING MINUTES
Katharine DeAngelis moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
November 16, 2010
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon,
K. DeAngelis, 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 November 16, 2010.
8. CONSENT AGENDA:
Edward Magin moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon,
K. DeAngelis, E. Magin, C. Parton, P. Wagner voted yes.
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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. #0030
$280,230.32
a. Claims Auditor Report
2. #0031
$108,985.00
a. Claims Auditor Report
3. #0033
$597,665.71
4. #0035
$31,737.57
8b. 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
November 9, 2010, November 10, 2010, November 15, 2010, November
19, 2010, and December 2, 2010, and the Committee on PreSchool
Special Education dated November 16, 2010, and instructs the
Superintendent to implement the recommendations on behalf of the
following individuals identified by student number:
07531 09093 12104 07578 12546 11464 12418
08340 08287 10001 08185 08328 10253 09151
09983 11335 12526 12620 12447 12671 10199
10534 10995 11713 12357 09826 10445 11872
12152 11772 11722 11212 11320
IEP Amendments
12057 10522 10356 12429 09996 12354 11025 09543
8c. 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.
8d. 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
OCTOBER 2010
Treasurer’s Reports for October, 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 October, 2010.
8e. EIGHTH GRADE HONORS
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
TRIP:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the Middle School 8
th
Grade Honors Trip to New York, New York on May
19 – May 22, 2011 with transportation provided by Port Bay Travel, a
private busing company. The trip will be supervised by Michele Sullivan,
Rosa Fox, Crystal Weigand, Mark Williams and a number of non-
classroom adults & parent chaperones. The cost of theatre tickets will be
supported through the Arts in Education program, and the District will
incur no cost for this trip.
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8f. THE STEPHEN C. KASPER
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
MEMORIAL MUSIC AWARD: Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
establishment of the Stephen C. Kasper Memorial Music Award, which
will bestow a $100.00 check to a High School Senior on a yearly basis
who meets the criteria set forth by the family. The selection of the
recipient will be determined by Mr. Michael Witkiewitz. The Board of
Education 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.
8g. NYS EXTERNAL DIPLOMA
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
APPROVAL:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
awarding Nickolas Patchen a New York State External Diploma.
8h1. LETTER OF RESIGNATION: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
JAMIE GEPHART
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with
thanks for service, the resignation of Jamie Gephart, Teacher of English
to Speakers of Other Languages, effective January 2, 2011.
8h2. LETTER OF RESIGNATION: Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
JAMES BARTON
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts with
thanks for service, the resignation of James Bartron, Bus Driver,
effective November 26, 2010.
8h3. LETTER OF RESIGNATION
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
OF CO-CURRICULAR
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the
APPOINTMENT:
resignation of Susan Malone from her Co-Curricular appointment as
SUSAN MALONE
Middle School Musical Costume Designer, effective November 29, 2010.
8h4. PERMANENT
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
APPOINTMENT:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
BRETT NORSWORTHY
the permanent appointment of Brett Norsworthy as a Bus Driver,
effective December 14, 2010 December 15, 2010.
8h5. PERMANENT
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
APPOINTMENT:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
DEBORAH MILLER
the permanent appointment of Deborah Miller as a Bus Driver, effective
December 14, 2010 December 15, 2010.
9. INFORMATION ITEMS:
The following items were shared with the Board: Enrollment –
December 2010, Introduction to Collective Bargaining Webinar
Handouts, Use of Facilities, District Newsletter – December 2010, FHE
Newsletter – December 2010, NRE Newsletter – December 2010, MS
Weekly Staff Update, Four County School Boards Membership Directory
2010-2011, Area All State Programs, Policy #5650 – Energy
Conservation in the Schools: Information on Policy, Regulation, Old
Policy, Policy #6180 – Staff-Student Relations (Fraternization):
Information on Policy and Regulation, Regulation, Old Policy, Policy
#6470 - Staff Use of computerized Information Resources: Information
on Policy and Regulation, Regulation, Old Policy, Policy #7314 -
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Student Use of computerized Information Resources (Acceptable Use
Policy): Information on Policy, Regulation, Old Policy, Policy # 7224-
Make-Up Credit Programs for High School Students: Information on
Policy, Regulation, Policy #8262-Children’s Internet Protection Act:
Internet Content Filterings/Safety Policy: Information on Policy,
Regulation, Old Policy, Finger Lakes Times article “Group: Region’s
schools can’t keep pace with state aid cuts”, Wayne County Star article
“Captain Statskey Addresses Students”, Wayne County Star article “View
from the Board”, The Advocate – Volume XXX November 2010,
Corrective Action Plan, Revised Treasurer’s Report – Extra classroom
Activity Fund, July/August/September 2010
Mr. Walker mentioned that the 61-65 increase in enrollment since
September has been sustained.
10. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
No public participation occurred.
11. CLOSING OF FHE:
Mr. Walker reported on a breakfast he attended which was a joint
celebration between FHE and NRE employees. He mentioned that the
event was well attended, high spirited, and the staff is geared up to be a
K-4 team. More events like this are being planned by principals to ease
the transition. Mr. Walker mentioned that a meeting occurred with SEI
Design Group where remodeling of NRE and State approval were topics.
Budget planning in the elementary schools for next year has begun.
Student member Carson Doyle relayed a question from a fellow student
about gaining permission to paint a mural in the high school building.
There was discussion regarding students riding a snow-mobile to/from
school.
ADJOURNMENT:
John Boogaard moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, R. Cahoon,
K. DeAngelis, 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 8:10 pm.
___________________________________
Jan McDorman, Clerk
Board of Education