SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
DISTRICT OFFICE
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Monday, November 19, 2007
Open Session - 7:00 PM
Middle School
Cafeteria
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 ÒWelcome to a Meeting of the Board of EducationÓ brochure.
4. Curriculum Report: Technology Update - David Versocki, Director of Technology
5. Discussion/Adoption of Proposed 2007-2008 Board of Education Goals
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the 2007-2008 Board of Education Goals, as submitted.
6. Formation of a Board of Education Information Sub-Committee for 2007-2008 Board of Education Goals
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the formation of a Board of Education Information Sub-committee for 2007-2008 Board of Education Goals for the purpose of developing an informational folder for prospective/new school board members, including a training plan, consisting of the following Board of Education members:
Margaret Smith
Pamela Carbone
Gary Normington
7. Approval of Professional Development Plan for 2007-2008
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Professional Development Plan for the 2007-2008 school year, as submitted.
8. Approve the "Discovered Building Project" Proposal from BOCES
9. Presentation: Building Proposition Proposals - Susan M. Swartz, Superintendent of Schools
10. Tax Collector's Reports
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution contained in the Report of Tax Collections for 2007-2008.
11. Memorandum of Agreement Between the Scotia-Glenville Central School District and AFSCME Council 66 Local 766 Regarding Head Bus Driver Training.
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Memorandum of Agreement, dated November 19, 2007, between the Scotia-Glenville Central School District and AFSCME Council 66 Local 766 Regarding Head Bus Driver Training, as submitted.
12. CAPSBA/Legislative Liaison /PTA Reports
13. Request for Overnight Field Trip - French 3 and 4 Classes to Montreal, Quebec, Canada - March 7 - March 9, 2008
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request for the overnight trip of the French 3 and 4 Classes and chaperones to Montreal, Quebec, Canada, from March 7-9, 2008, at no expense to the district.
14. Board Policy Review
Policy 0000 District Philosophy of Education
Policy 0001 Purpose and Objectives of Continuing Education
Policy 0200 School District Goals and Objectives
Policy 0300 Commitment to Accomplishments
Policy 0320 Evaluation: Superintendent
Policy 0330 Evaluation: Teachers
Policy 0340 Evaluation: Noninstructional
15. Accept Risk Assessment Report
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the Risk Assessment Report, dated November 15, 2007, as submitted by Questar III.
16. Resolution: Withdraw and Amend the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 School Tax Rolls
Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution, dated November 19, 2007, to withdraw and amend the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 School Tax Rolls, as submitted.
17. Communications
a. Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Valerie Jessee, Foreign Language Teacher (Middle School), effective c.o.b. June 30, 2008, with appreciation for her service to the district.
b. Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request of Katherine Maggs, Special Education Teacher (Middle School), for an unpaid leave of absence for childcare purpose to commence on/about February 13, 2007 through May 30 2008.
c. Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request of Alison Tribley, Mathematics Teacher (Middle School), for an unpaid leave of absence for childcare purposes to commence on/about April 7, 2008 through May 18, 2008.
18. Report of Superintendent
a. Staffing
1) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the revised 2007-2008 salary for Patricia Tammar, Health Teacher (Senior High School) from $82,216 [Step 23 +M +49 (1/2)] to $82,328 [Step 23 +M +53 (1/2)].
2) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the revised 2007-2008 salary for Susan Weisman, Music Teacher (Glendaal Elementary School/Middle School) from $46,244 (Step 7 +M) to $46,934 (Step 8 +M).
3) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Michael Strenka as Interim District Treasurer (Districtwide), effective
November 13, 2007 through December 31, 2007, with 2007-2008 salary to be at the rate of $20/hour.
4) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following additional stipends for the 2007-2008 school year:
Mentors
Patricia Clausi $1,000
Brenda Coelho $1,000
John Connolly $1,000
Betty Fortna $1,000
Jeffrey Grizzaffi $1,000
Marilyn Johnson $1,000
Kim Morgan $1,000
Diane Robbins $1,000
Lori Waligora $1,000
Stephanie DiCocco $1,000
1/2 Mentor
Ronald Ashcraft $500
Christine Decarlo $500
Susanne Doyle $500
Richard Putorti $500
Janice Tunison $500
Margaret Zarnofsky $500
Mentor Coordinator
Patricia Tammar $1,200
5) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education terminate the employment of Joyce O'Neil, School Monitor (Middle School), effective c.o.b. October 23, 2007.
6) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following additional substitutes for the 2007-2008 school year:
Rory Adair
Lisa Agresta
Sally Brown
Rhonda Fusco
Mary Kalencki
John Mcelroy
David McLear
Sheila McPherson
Audry Nelson
Jeanine Tietz
Substitute Teaching Assistants
Rhonda Fusco
David McLear
Audry Nelson
Jeanine Tietz
Substitute Teacher Aide
Michelle Brisk
Substitute School Bus Driver
Michael Giakoumis
Gerald Moskal
7) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following additional 2007-2008 winter coaching positions:
Fitness Center Coach
Anthony Peconie Step 1 (50%) $1,483
Mark Gatta, Jr. Step 1 (50%) $1,483
8) Superintendent's Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Glen Neander as Cleaner (Senior High School), in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Civil Service Commission, effective November 20, 2007, with 2007-2008 annual salary to be at the rate of $22,568. 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.
19. Routine Business
a. Placement of Students with Disabilities
b. Minutes: Special Meeting October 29, 2007
c. Treasurer's Report: September 2007
d. Budget Transfers
e. Internal Claims Auditor's Report/Warrants
#9 $112,003.93
#10 $146,370.75
#11 $113,178.82
#18 $669,694.56
#20 $901,204.03
#22 $344,893.75
20. Other Business
The Board may adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel and/or negotiations.
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