SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DISTRICT OFFICE
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Monday, April 7, 2008
Open Session - 7:00 PM
Middle School -- Library Media Center
AGENDA
1. Roll Call. Smith, Ahnert, Benedetto, Carbone, Conlon, Normington, Yagielski
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 ŅWelcome to a Meeting of the Board of EducationÓ brochure.
4. Adopt the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan for the District
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan for the District, as submitted.
5. Building Project Discussion
6. Final Review and Adoption of 2008-2009 Budget
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education submit the following proposition at the Annual District Election on May 20, 2008:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Scotia-Glenville Central School District be authorized to expend the sums set forth in the total amount of $45,857,132 during the 2008-2009 school year and to levy the necessary tax therefor.
7. Budget Status and Revenue Status Reports for 2007-2008
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the Budget Status and Revenue Status Reports for 2007-2008, as submitted.
8. Request for Overnight Field Trip Š German Exchange Club to Saarlouis, Germany
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request for the overnight trip of the German Exchange Club students and chaperones to Saarlouis, Germany, from February 14, 2009 Š February 28, 2009, at no expense to the district.
9. Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated April 7, 2008, regarding acceptance of a donation from the Glendaal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) for the sole purpose of assisting with the costs associated with transportation for the fifth Grade Glendaal Elementary School class trip to Camp Chingachgook on May 14, 2008.
10. Approval of Emergency Project: District Office Boiler
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the emergency purchase and installation of a Boiler for the District Office heating system.
11. Approval of Agreement with Questar III for Internal Audit Services for 2008-2009
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Agreement with Questar III to provide Internal Audit Services for 2008-2009, as submitted.
12. Approval of Nonresident Student Tuition Rates for 2007-2008
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following nonresident student tuition rates for 2007 Š 2008:
Regular Education
Transitional Kindergarten $6,230
Grades K Š 6 $6,446
Grades 7 Š 12 $7,323
Students with Disabilities Eligible for Public Excess Cost Aid
Transitional Kindergarten $10,928
Grades K Š 6 $18,191
Grades 7 Š 12 $19,068
13. Report of Superintendent
a. Staffing
1) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education rescind the regular substitute appointment of Kelly M. Neiderer as English Teacher (Senior High School) effective c.o.b. March 26, 2008 through June 30, 2008, and further grant her a probationary appointment as English Teacher (Senior High School), effective March 27, 2008 through August 31, 2010, with no change in current rate of pay. Ms. Neiderer has initial certification.
2) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the change in assignment of Nicole Bisaillon, School Bus Driver (Transportation), from 5.25 hours/day to 6 hours/day, effective March 25, 2008, with no change in current hourly rate of pay.
3) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the part-time appointment of Tina Phillips as School Monitor (Glen-Worden), effective April 8, 2008 through June 30, 2008, with 2007-2008 salary to be at the rate of $8.50/hour, 2 hours/day.
4) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the part-time appointment of Katilynne Sarnowski as School Monitor (Glen-Worden), effective April 8, 2008 through June 30, 2008, with 2007-2008 salary to be at the rate of $8.50/hour, 2 hours/day.
5) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the part-time
appointment of Michael Dunn as Teaching Assistant (High School), effective
April 8, 2008 through June 30, 2008, with 2007-2008 salary to be at the annual
rate of $16,921 (Step 2, 6.5 hours/day). Mr. Dunn has Teaching Assistant Certification
in progress.
6) SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following additional substitutes for the 2007-2008 school year:
Substitute Teacher Substitute Teaching Assistant
Barbara Amirault Amy Chrzanowski
Amy Chrzanowski Monica Pires
Jill Fliesser Jessica Waltzer
Monica Pires
Jessica Waltzer
Substitute Teacher Aide Clerical Substitute
Sarah Kohout Katilynne Sarnowski
a. Placements of Children with Disabilities
b. Minutes: Special Meeting March 3, 2008
Regular Meeting March 10, 2008
Special Meeting March 17, 2008
Special Meeting March 24, 2008
Special Meeting March 31, 2008
c. Treasurer's Report: January 2008
Budget Transfers: March 2008
d. Bid
SuperintendentÕs Recommendation: That the Board of Education award the bid for Reconstruction Work at Glendaal Elementary School to Bellamy & Sons and James A. Edgar Co. respectively, as per the attached Bid Summary.
The Board may adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel and/or negotiations.
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