SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

DISTRICT OFFICE

 

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

Monday, January 10, 2005

Executive Session Ð 6:15 PM Ð District Office

Regular Session -  7:00 PM - Middle School Cafeteria

 

AGENDA

 

1.    Roll Call:  Smith, Ahnert, Bradley, Carbone, Carpenter, Conlon, Crisafulli

 

2.    Pledge of Allegiance

 

3.    Hearing/Privilege of the Floor

 

In accordance with Policy #1230, privilege of the floor will be extended at this time to any person in attendance.  The time allowed, protocol and procedures are outlined in the ÒWelcome to a Meeting of the Board of EducationÓ brochure.

 

4.    Facilities Advisory Committee Report

 

5.    Discussion:  2005-2006 Budget Development Calendar

 

6.    Resolution:  Mike Mortensen Memorial Scholarship

 

       Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution regarding acceptance of the Mike Mortensen Memorial Scholarship, dated January 10, 2005, as submitted.

 

7.    CAPSBA/Legislative Liaison/PTA Reports                

 

8.    Communications

 

a)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Michael Marcelle, Superintendent of Schools, effective c.o.b. April 22, 2005, with deep appreciation for his service to the district.

 

b)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Ann Peluso, Elementary School Principal (Glendaal Elementary School), effective July 1, 2005, with appreciation for her service to the district.

 

c)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Peter Lee, Elementary Teacher (Sacandaga Elementary School), effective July 1, 2005, with appreciation for his service to the district.

 

d)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Marie Montone, Elementary Teacher (Sacandaga Elementary School), effective July 1, 2005, with appreciation for her service to the district.

 

e)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Frederick Festine, English Teacher (Senior High School), effective July 1, 2005, with appreciation for his service to the district.

 

f)    Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Barbara Brandone, Business Education Teacher (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. July 16, 2005, with appreciation for her service to the district.

 

g)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Kara L. Sheehan, Teaching Assistant (Senior High School), effective January 18, 2005, with appreciation for her service to the district.

 

h)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Lori Kling, Teacher Aide (Transportation), effective January 3, 2005, with appreciation for her service to the district.

 

i)     Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of M. Jane Zieniuk, Teacher Aide (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. January 7, 2005, with appreciation for her service to the district.

 

j)     Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Mary Fischer, Teacher Aide (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. January 17, 2005, in order for her to accept a probationary appointment as a Teaching Assistant (Senior High School).

 

        9.   Resolution:  Authorize Search for Superintendent of Schools, Scotia-Glenville Central School District      

 

              Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution, dated January 10, 2005, to authorize Capital Region BOCES to conduct the search for a Superintendent of Schools, Scotia-Glenville Central School District, as follows:

 

              Resolved that the Scotia-Glenville Board of Education authorizes Capital Region BOCES District Superintendent, Barbara Nagler, to be the Search Consultant for the purpose of recruiting a Superintendent of Schools, and furthermore, reimburse the Capital Region BOCES for expenses related to the process.  The Scotia-Glenville Central School District agrees to defend and indemnify Barbara Nagler with respect to any claim and/or civil action arising out of the performance of such duties to the maximum extent permitted by law.      

 

  10. Non-Resident Student Tuition Rates for 2004-2005

 

           Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the Non-Resident Student Tuition Rates for the 2004-2005 school year, as follows:

 

       Transitional Kindergarten                                 $ 4,864.00

       Grades 1-6                                                          $ 6,288.00

       Grades 7-12                                                        $4,749.00

 

Charges for students receiving Special Education Services 20% or Consultant

       Teacher Services:

Transitional Kindergarten                               $16,983.00

Grades 1-6                                                    $18,407.00

Grades 7-12                                                        $16,869.00

 

Charges for students receiving Special Education Services 60%

Transitional Kindergarten                         $13,878.00 (second semester)

Grades 1-6                                                    $29,180.00

Grades 7-12                                                        $27,642.00

      

    11.   Resolution:  Refund Real Property Taxes

 

Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution dated January 10, 2005, to refund real property taxes, as submitted.

 

12.  Report of Superintendent

 

a.       Staffing

 

1)    Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Damian E. Croucher as Art Teacher (Senior High School), effective January 31, 2005 through January 30, 2008, with 2004-2005 salary to be at the annual rate of $37,248 (Step 1 +M +24).  Mr. Croucher has initial certification.  This appointment is conditioned on the school districtÕs receipt of clearance for the employee from the State Education Department following a criminal history records check in accordance with the provision of Education Law ¤3035.

 

2)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the regular substitute appointment of Bonnie Barner as Elementary Teacher (Sacandaga Elementary School), effective on/about March 17, 2005 through June 30, 2005, with 2004-2005 salary to be at the annual rate of $35,000 (Step 1).  Ms. Barner's initial certification is in process.

 

3)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the adjustment to the 2004-2005 annual salary of Susan M. Cerrito, Elementary Teacher (Middle School), from $74,530 (Step 21+M +18) to $74,638 (Step 21 +M +22{1/2}).

 

4)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Mary C. Fischer as Teaching Assistant (Senior High School), effective January 18, 2005 through January 17, 2008, with 2004-2005 salary to be at the annual rate of $16,721.25 (Step 2, 7 hours/day).  Ms. Fischer has Teaching Assistant certification.

      

5)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Linda Nowak as Teaching Assistant (Senior High School), effective February 14, 2005 through February 13, 2008, with 2004-2005 salary to be at the annual rate of $16,721.25 (Step 2, 7 hours/day).  Mrs. Nowak's Teaching Assistant certification is in process.

 

              6)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the following supplemental appointment effective September 1, 2004 through June 30, 2005:

 

                     Scotia-Glenville/Schenectady County             James Connolly                     $500

                     Community College Ð University in the

                     High School Program

                    

                      7)   Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education approve the following supplemental appointment effective January 18, 2005 through August 31, 2005, with an annual stipend of $2,000:

                            

                     Technology Help Desk        Gloria Kudzin                  

                            

                     8)    Superintendent's Recommendation:  That the Board of Education terminate the employment of Patricia J. Tietz, Teacher Aide (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. January 7, 2005.

 

13.  Routine Business

 

a.  Placement of Children with Disabilities      

 

b.  Treasurer's Report:  November 2004

 

c.  Minutes:          December 13, 2004          Regular Meeting

                               December 15, 2004          Special Meeting

 

         d.  Warrants:       #27           $1,030,802.95

                                        #29           $   438,873.59         

 

        e.   Extra Classroom Activities Accounts:  November 2004

 

 14.  Other Business

 

The Board may adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel and/or negotiations.                                                                    

                     

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