September 27, 2011

NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 7:00 PM MEDIA CENTER NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRESENT:

Judi Buckalew, Kathy DeAngelis, Kari Durham, Kelly Ferrente, Brigette

Henry, Gary Sproul, Phil Wagner

Elena LaPlaca, Cinda Lisanto, Robert Magin, John Walker and

approximately 12 guests.

ABSENT/EXCUSED

John Boogaard, Robert Cahoon

Prior to calling the meeting to order, board members toured the bus

garage.

CALL TO ORDER

President, Kari Durham called the meeting to order at 7:10pm and led

the pledge of allegiance.

Jennifer Hayden, Principal, led the board on a tour of the North Rose -

Wolcott Elementary building.

1a. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Phil Wagner moved and Brigette Henry seconded the following motion.

The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.

Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul, P. Wagner voted yes.

2. PUBLIC ACCESS

High School senior, Anthony Pickard attended this meeting as part of the

requirements for a Participation in Government class. The board

welcomed him and congratulated him for his performance in a track

meet prior to the meeting.

3. PRESENTATIONS:

John Walker prefaced the presentation of assessment and Regents

ELA/MATH/REGENTS TEST

scores by stating that he was not happy with most test results, nor were

teachers, administrators or the Board of Education. Improving these

scores is the responsibility of everyone. He acknowledges that staff is

working as hard as they can. He will help them use their energy in a

smarter way to bolster scores.

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Cinda Lisanto provided the

board and guests with a summary of test scores: Terra Nova reading and

math for kindergarten; Grades 3

–

8 ELA, Math and Science assessments;

and, NYS Regents exams. She highlighted focused work by the second

grade team this past summer to identify where students struggle and to

develop strategies to address those areas.

She pointed out that the State Education Department changes cut scores

and test material. The tests contained more problems/questions for

students to answer in same amount of time as in the past.

Ms. Lisanto reported that there has been discussion of the Regents board

raising the passing score from 65 to 75 in ELA for January, but no

definite direction has been received.

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Paul Benz spoke of tutoring efforts as the High School during the last

school year that helped a number of students to achieve passing scores

on Math and Spanish Regents test scores. All students who stayed for

tutoring passed the exams.

Michele Sullivan spoke of Math and ELA tutoring at the Middle School.

4. ADMIN. REPORTS:

Paul Benz reported that he was happy with the start of the school year.

Open house was very successful. He told parents of the goals and

expectations for all students and talked about test scores.

All sophomores, junior and senior students will take the PSAT test in

October. Students will experience the rigor of study and test taking.

This test results will be used to help to elevate Regents test scores.

Kathy Hoyt reported that there have been less infraction referrals than

for the same time period last year.

Neil Thompson reported that of the fourteen students in the Alternative

Learning Center, half are working on credit recovery. He has been

working with Geoffrey Tierson, Delphi Counselor to develop life skills

internships so students can experience the rigors of a job. Students need

good attendance and grades to be considered for this program.

John commended Neil for and his staff for the extensive, well thought out

program that works well for North Rose - Wolcott students.

Michele Sullivan reported that 5

and 6

grade students transitioned

well for the start of the school year. Middle School open house is

scheduled for September 28 where Michele and John Walker will be

addressing parents. Michelle will be informing parents of exactly what a

SINI (School In Need of Improvement) means and will discuss the

corrective action plan.

Jennifer Hayden had to leave the meeting for a family obligation.

Angela Kirkey reported that a .5FTE Occupational Therapist has been

hired. Students who require this service will make up any missed

classes in order to meet the requirements of their IEP. She is working to

align reports and paperwork to comply with SED requirements.

Kathy Goolden reported that she is excited about new role in the district.

Kari Durham told the Administrators that their verbal reports to the

board on a monthly basis are very helpful and changes the perception of

what is being done to address the concerns of the community.

4d. STUDENT BOARD

Nolan Anthony reported on the plans for Homecoming events this year.

MEMBER REPORT

The theme is “Cougar Tales”. Many fun things are planned

for Spirit

Week; October 11-15, culminating with the Homecoming Dance.

4f. OTHER GOOD NEWS

Open house at North Rose - Wolcott Elementary was wonderful!

OF THE DISTRICT:

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4g. OTHER

The district just concluded successful contract negotiations with the

North Rose -

Wolcott Service Employees’ Association.

5a. RATIFY NRWSEA AGMT.

Kelly Ferrente moved and Judi Buckalew seconded the following motion.

FOR July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012

The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.

Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul, P. Wagner voted yes.

WHEREAS, the Superintendent and the Association have on June 29,

2011, met and reached agreement on terms and conditions of

employment for a successor collective negotiating agreement

(“Agreement”) for the period of time from July 1, 2011 through June 30,

2012; and WHEREAS, the Association has ratified the terms of this

Agreement on August 31, 2011.

NOW, Therefore, upon the affirmative recommendation of the

Superintendent of Schools for the School District, it is HEREBY

RESOLVED, That the North Rose-Wolcott Central School Board of

Education hereby ratifies the terms and conditions of employment

negotiated in the tentative agreement dated June 29, 2011; and, It is

FURTHER RESOLVED, That the North Rose-Wolcott Central School

District Board of Education approves the necessary funds for the July 1,

2010 to June 30, 2012 Agreement between the School District and the

Association.

5b. SUPERINTENDENT’S

John Walker reported on a Superintendents’ conference he attended in

UPDATE

Albany. Many districts share the concerns and frustrations of funding

education given the fiscal crises in New York state.

Mr. Walker reported that he received two notes from staff that have

relatives in Cougar Academy. They were impressed with student

attitude and said they were eager to attend school every day.

6a. MEETING MINUTES

Kelly Ferrente moved and Gary Sproul seconded the following motion.

The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.

Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul, 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 September

13, 2011.

7. CONSENT AGENDA

Phil Wagner moved and Gary Sproul seconded the following motion.

The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.

Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul, 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:

#14 - $261,145.28 #16 - #124,922.01

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7b. RECOMMENDATIONS

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

OF CSE AND CPSE

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

recommendations for the Committee on Special Education dated

September 15, 2011 and instructs the Superintendent to implement the

recommendations on behalf of the following individuals identified by

student number: 12831

IEP Amendments: 12237 11179 12839 10233 09827

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. TREASURER’S REPORTS

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

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

Treasurer’s Report for June 2011 and the

Extraclassroom Activity

Report for June 2011.

7e. DISPOSAL OF DISTRICT

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

PROPERTY

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, authorizes

the Business Administrator to discard a total of between 85-90 unused

books from the Middle School library books. The list is on file with the

district clerk.

7f. COMPREHENSIVE DISTRICT

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

EDUCATION PLAN FOR

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

MIDDLE SCHOOL

2011 Comprehensive Education Plan for the Middle School and

authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to transmit the fully executed

document to the State Education Department.

7g1 RESIGNATION:

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

SHANNON CAHOON

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the

letter of resignation from Shannon Cahoon as a School Monitor effective

September 1, 2011.

7g2. RESIGNATION:

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

LEO PICCIOTTI

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the

letter of resignation from Leo Picciotti as a bus driver, effective August

15, 2011.

7g3. RESIGNATION:

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

SUSAN RILEY

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the

letter of resignation from Susan Riley, as a Sr. Clerk/Typist, effective

October 5, 2011.

7g4. APPT BUS DRIVERS

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

SCOTT VAN DUYNE

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

26 week probationary appointment of Scott VanDuyne as a bus driver,

conditional upon a criminal history record check according to

Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 5 hrs./day, 10 months

per year, $14.50/hr. for a total annual salary of $13,557 prorated to start

date, effective September 28, 2011.

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DAWN KENDT

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

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

26 week probationary appointment of Dawn Kendt as a bus driver,

conditional upon a criminal history record check according to

Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 5 hrs./day, 10 months

per year, $14.50/hr. for a total annual salary of $13,557, prorated to

start date, effective September 28, 2011.

CRYSTAL DAVIS

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

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

26 week probationary appointment of Crystal Davis as a bus driver,

conditional upon a criminal history record check according to

Commissioners Regulation §80-1.11 and Part 87 5 hrs./day, 10 months

per year, $14.50/hr. for a total annual salary of $13,557, prorated to

start date, effective September 28, 2011.

7g5. PERMANENT APPT.

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

ROGER ANDERSON

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

permanent appointment of Roger Anderson as a Bus Driver effective

September 28, 2011.

7g6. VOLUNTEERS

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

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

following individuals as volunteers for the 2011-12 school year.

Jamie Balcom Lucia Monroe Amanda Houghtaling Sandra Hall

Christopher Rooze

7g7. APPT. ATHLETIC COORD.

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

FITNESS CENTER COORD.

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves the

following appointments:

Name

Position

Duration

Stipend

Tara Allen

Athletic Coordinator

9/1

–

11/1/11

$2000

Kristi King

Fitness Center Coordinator 2011-12 school year

$2500

7g8. C0-CURRICULAR APPT.

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

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, approves co-

curricular appointments as follows:

Name

Position

Step/ Years

Salary

Fred Dunn

HS Fall Play Advisor

$1994

Mike Grasso

Fr. Class Advisor

$ 577*

*corrected

8. INFORMATION ITEMS:

Use of Facilities, Thank You Letter, Wayne - Finger Lakes BOCES Board

Meeting Agenda

9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

No one addressed the board about items discussed during this meeting.

10a. ADDITIONS TO AGENDA

Kathy DeAngelis moved and Brigette Henry seconded the following

motion. The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham,

K. Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul, 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

additions to the agenda of September 27, 2011.

10b. RESIGNATION

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

Superintendent of Schools and pursuant to Education Law, accepts the

resignation of Matthew Confer as a cleaner, effective September 23,

2011.

ADJOURNMENT

Kari Durham declared the meeting closed.

Gary Sproul moved and Brigette Henry seconded the following motion.

The vote was unanimous. J. Buckalew, K. DeAngelis, K. Durham, K.

Ferrente, B. Henry, G. Sproul, 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 9:00pm.

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Clerk of the Board of Education