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NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
January 11 , 2011
7:00 PM
High School Room #210
PRESENT:
Kari Durham, Judi Buckalew, John Boogaard, Robert Cahoon,
Katherine DeAngelis, Edward Magin, Clifford Parton, Phil Wagner,
Carson Doyle
John Walker, Robert Magin, Jacinda Lisanto, Jan McDorman and
approximately 17 guests
ABSENT/EXCUSED:
Kelly Ferrente
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
Robert Cahoon moved and Clifford Parton seconded the following
AGENDA:
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Buckalew, 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 January 11, 2011.
2. PUBLIC ACCESS:
There was no public access.
3a. ART GALLERY:
Mrs. Teska summarized the events that have occurred in the Art
DEB TESKA
Gallery since it opened in March 2010. She invited members to an
Opening Reception on January 14
th
from 4:30 – 6:30 to view a
photography show on ‘Faces’ by Hannah Morse. The Memory Project
which consists of 38 portraits done by High School students of orphans
from Thailand will be on display in the lobby. Hannah Morse will also
present an Artist talk on February 2
nd
at 7:00. She listed other upcoming
events, and spoke about the need for the Art Gallery to be open on a
regular basis, during basketball games, concerts, etc. Mrs. Teska would
like to see volunteers coordinate the Art Gallery schedule. She asked the
Board to remember the importance of Art for students, as they work on
next years budget, mentioning that more than one-half of our Art
department employees are graduates from NR-W. She thanked the
Board for their support, and mentioned a silent auction that is planned
for fund raising at the end of the school year.
3b. LITERACY MINI-GRANT
The Board congratulated Mrs. Janie Campbell, Teaching Assistant at
RECIPIENT:
FHE, on being awarded a Literacy Mini-Grant from the Lake Counties
JANIE CAMPBELL
Reading Council. Her project will use technology (a Kindle) to help
encourage students to read for meaning. Mrs. Campbell described how
the children will learn to load books together on the Kindle, document
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questions, and present what they’ve learned to their classmates and
teachers. The Board thanked Mrs. Campbell for her outstanding efforts
and for all she does for the students of NR-W.
3c. DAR GOOD CITIZEN
The Board congratulated High School Senior Emily Burm for being
AWARD RECIPIENT:
chosen the recipient of the Daughters of the American Revolution
EMILY BURM
Good Citizens award from NR-W. She was chosen for exemplifying
dependability, service, leadership and patriotism.
4a. BUDGET COMMITTEE:
Edward Magin reported that the Budget Committee met recently and
EDWARD MAGIN
reviewed District utility costs. The Budget Committee has also met with
the Transportation department and the Technology department. Some
topics of discussion were uniforms, diesel fuel, the trading of buses, the 5
year computer recycling plan. Kudos to Robert Galloway,
Transportation Supervisor for his work over the years to reduce
expenditures, and to the Buildings and Grounds department for keeping
the buildings in great shape.
4b. PERSONNEL &
Mrs. Buckalew reported that a Personnel and Negotiations Committee
NEGOTIATIONS:
meeting is scheduled for February 8
th
at 5:00 p.m. Mr. Walker and Mr.
JUDI BUCKALEW
Robert Magin met today with Mr. Brent Cooley, Sr. Labor Relations
Specialist from BOCES to prepare for negotiations.
4c. STUDENT BOE MEMBER
Carson Doyle mentioned that the overall mood in the high school has
REPORT:
been quiet and focused. The students are transitioning well to Mr.
CARSON DOYLE
Ceccarelli as the Interim Principal. High School students are busy
preparing for finals at the end of the semester. The Junior class took
their English regents today.
Mrs. Kathy DeAngelis reported that the Curriculum Council met
recently. Mr. Walker was present and spoke to the members about
sharing services (AP courses) with other districts. Mr. Thompson spoke
to the members about workshops that the Technology department can
provide. A round table discussion occurred regarding NY State Learns
and common core state standards. The mission statement was reviewed.
4d. OTHER GOOD
Mr. Clifford Parton welcomed Mr. Ceccarelli back to the High School.
NEWS OF THE
The Staff has been tremendous, and the Board is thankful for their efforts
DISTRICT:
in helping to provide a smooth transition for the students.
4e. OTHER:
Carson Doyle was pleased to announce that the canned food drive
brought in approximately 1600 cans of food.
There was overwhelming support from fundraisers by NRE for the Crum
family who recently were the victims of a house fire.
5a. APPOINT INTERIM
John Boogaard moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL: motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Buckalew, J.
ROBERT CECCARELLI
Boogaard, R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, E. Magin, C. Parton, P. Wagner
voted yes.
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Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
appointment of Robert Ceccarelli as Interim High School Principal,
conditional upon a criminal history record check according to
Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 as follows:
Certification:
School
District Administrator, Permanent
Start Date:
January 4, 2011 for approximately 10-12 weeks, to
serve at the pleasure of the Board
Salary: $400.00 per day
5b. SUPERINTENDENT’S
Mr. Walker mentioned that Mr. Ceccarelli will serve as Interim
UPDATE:
Principal for approximately 10-12 weeks. He reviewed the hiring process
JOHN WALKER
that will occur to secure a new High School Principal. He spoke about
the advertising of the position and about committees that will be formed
to help with the interviewing process. Mr. Walker spoke about grant
money that the District will share over the next three years with Clyde-
Savannah and Lyons that will target High School students at risk, either
academically or behaviorally. This is a grant from NY State recognizing
that we need assistance, and a great reward for our High School to help
students in our area.
5c. BUSINESS
Mr. Robert Magin reported that meetings have already occurred with the
ADMINISTRATOR’S
Buildings and Grounds, Transportation, and Technology departments
UPDATE:
concerning their budgets. He mentioned the remaining departmental
meetings that are scheduled and that there will be one final meeting to
pull things together. He mentioned that the information we are
receiving regarding State Aid is not good. Mr. Robert Magin anticipates
having Draft #1 of the expenditure side of the budget ready by the March
8
th
Board of Education meeting. He mentioned that the date to have the
Buildings Condition survey completed has been extended by the State to
June 30
th
. A meeting occurred yesterday with the architects regarding
the Capital Project and items to be addressed before beginning the next
steps were reviewed. The plans have been received by the State
Education Department for the expansion work of the classrooms at NRE.
It looks as if we’re on a good time frame for approval of the plans to
occur possibly this month, and bidding to begin possibly next month.
The Board thanked Robert Magin for the extreme amount of work he has
accomplished during budget season.
Before approval of the meeting minutes of December 21, 2010,
corrections were made to Items #8h4. and #8h5, the permanent
appointment dates of Brett Norsworthy and Deborah Miller:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools
and pursuant
to Education Law, approves the
permanent appointment of Brett Norsworthy as a
Bus Driver, effective December 14, 2010 December
15, 2010.
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Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the
recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools
and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
permanent appointment of Deborah Miller as a Bus
Driver, effective December 14, 2010 December 15,
2010.
6a. MEETING MINUTES
Clifford Parton moved and Edward Magin seconded the following
DECEMBER 21, 2010
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew,
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
corrected Meeting Minutes of December 21, 2010.
7. CONSENT AGENDA:
Edward Magin moved and Robert Cahoon seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J. Buckalew,
R. Cahoon, K. DeAngelis, 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:
1. #0040
$147,395.00
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
December 9, 2010, and December 16, 2010 and the Committee on
PreSchool Special Education dated December 7, 2010, December 21,
2010, and January 4, 2011, and instructs the Superintendent to
implement the recommendations on behalf of the following individuals
identified by student number:
12617 12550 12466 12658 12672 10191
09092 11707 09872 08421 08423 09156
11119 10356 10595 09661 12057 11935 11955
IEP Amendments
11405 10232 08133 11464 11342 12680
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. BOARD APPOINTMENT:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following revision made to the appointments on July 13, 2010:
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1. Internal Claims Auditor: Elena LaPlaca, to begin approximately
1/18/11, and continue through the duration of Melanie Geil’s leave of
absence.
7e. CHANGE TO ACADEMIC
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
CALENDAR:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
chan ge to the 2010-11 Academic Calendar as follows:
May 9, 2011 Conference Day - change to a regular student day
7f. SINGLE AUDIT REPORT:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the
Single Audit Report for the year ending June 30, 2010.
7g. DISTRICT FINANCIAL
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
REPORTS:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
NOVEMBER 2010
Treasurer’s Reports for November, 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 November, 2010.
7h. APPROVAL OF
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
VOLUNTEER:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following individual for volunteer work:
Name
Building
Christie Edmondson
Florentine Hendrick Elementary School
7i. 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 #7i.
The list will be on file with the District Clerk.
7j. APPROVAL OF POLICIES:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
following new/revised policies:
1. Policy #5650 – Energy Conservation in the Schools
2. Policy #6180 – Staff-Student Relations (Fraternization)
3. Policy #6470 – Staff Use of Computerized Information Resources
4. Policy #7314 – Student Use of Computerized Information Resources
(Acceptable Use Policy)
5. Policy #7224
– Make-Up Credit Programs for High School Students
6. Policy #8262 – Children’s Internet Protection Act: Internet Content
Filtering/Safety Policy
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7k1. LEAVE OF ABSENCE:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
CHRYSTAL WEIGAND
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
unpaid child rearing leave of Crystal Weigand, that will commence after
her 6 week maternity leave beginning on or about April 18, 2011. The
unpaid child rearing leave will continue through the remainder of the
2010-11 school year. Mrs. Weigand plans to return in September 2011.
7k2. ABOLISH 1.0 FTE TEACHER Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
AIDE POSITION:
the Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
to abolish a 1.0 FTE Teacher Aide position.
7k3. CREATION OF 1.0 FTE
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
POSITION:
creation of a 1.0 FTE Teaching Assistant.
7k4. APPOINT TEACHING
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of
ASSISTANT:
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the
KELLY TUTTLE
three year
probationary appointment of Kelly Tuttle as a Teaching
Assistant, conditional upon a criminal history record check according to
Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87, annual salary of
$17,275.00, (Step A) plus $2,000 for Bachelor’s degree, prorated to time
worked, effective January 5, 2011 – January 4, 2014.
7k5. 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 STAFF:
following individual to work in the 21
st
Century Grant/Advantage After
School Program:
Name
Position
of Hrs.
$/Hr.
Effective Date
Angelic Durham After School Program Teacher
varies
$25.00 11/18/10
7k6. 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 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
Sam Converse
Girls Modified Basketball
Volunteer
Scott Baker
Varsity Golf
1
3
$2,374.00
7k7. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT:
Be it resolved that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the
M. CLARISSE
Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves
the final agreement signed between the North Rose-Wolcott Teachers’
Association and the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District in
regards to the matters of Mary Clarisse’s full year of employment.
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8. INFORMATION ITEMS:
The following items were shared with the Board:
Wayne County Star
article “NR-W Mourns Death of Principal”, Policy Regulation
Information – please refer to 12/21/10 Board Packet: Policy #5650 –
Energy Conservation in the Schools Regulation, Policy #6180 – Staff-
Student Relations (Fraternization) Regulation, Policy #6470 – Staff Use
of Computerized Information Resources Regulation, Policy #7314 –
Student Use of Computerized Information Resources Regulation, Policy
#7224
– Make-Up Credit Programs for High School Students
Regulation, Policy #8262 – Children’s Internet Protection Act: Internet
Content Filtering/Safety Policy Regulation, Use of Facilities, FHE News
– January 2011, High School Art Gallery Invitation
9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
No public participation occurred.
Mr. Walker answered a question from Edward Magin relating to the
revision of the Academic Calendar.
There was discussion on a tax collection issue.
10. CLOSING OF FHE:
Mr. Walker reported that the Building and Grounds department is going
to be ready for demolition to occur at NRE. Demolition will be able to
take place as soon as approval is granted. He spoke about a records
retention meeting he attended, and records that the District has that date
back to the 1890’s. Training on records retention will occur for staff. He
mentioned that the District is in need of unsecured space to use and
spoke about mid-year packing that will occur in February. The District
website will continue to spread accurate news regarding the Merge.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Clifford Parton moved and John Boogaard seconded the following
motion. The vote was unanimous. K. Durham, J. Boogaard, J.
Buckalew, 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
Executive Session at 7:55 pm for the specific purpose of discussing a
personnel issue regarding the tenure evaluation of an employee.
OPEN SESSION:
The meeting returned to open session at
8:55 pm.
ADJOURNMENT:
President Kari Durham declared the meeting closed at 8:55 p.m.
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 8:55 pm.
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Jan McDorman, Clerk
Board of Education