Special Meeting Minutes

A Special Meeting of the Board of Education of the Scotia-Glenville Central School District was held in the Library Media Center at Lincoln Elementary School in said district on May 19, 2003.

President of the Board of Education Kurt Ahnert called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Present: Ahnert, Bradley, Carbone, Conlon, Magruder, Smith, Superintendent Marcelle; Interim Director of Curriculum and Instruction Hodgins, District Treasurer Nolie and District Clerk Galivan

Pledge of Allegiance

Hearing/Privilege of the Floor

None.

Curriculum Report: Alternative Education Program (Adult GED, GOAL [Graduate of Alternative Living] Program, High School Equivalency)

Superintendent Marcelle introduced Thomas Eagan, High School Assistant Principal, Karla Guererri and Wanda Coyler, High School Teachers, who were on hand to present the Board with the G.O.A.L./GED Program Curriculum Report. Mr. Eagan explained that the G.O.A.L. Program is aimed at 9^th and 10^th Grade students who may be at risk of not completing High School. He described the typical student profile and outlined the student selection process, program goals and the process of reviewing of student progress.

Mr. Eagan explained that the GED program is a final option program for students who have completed the school year in which they turn 16. He explained that the program is designed to ensure student success on the GED test. Mr. Eagan then outlined the GED Preparation Program student profile and selection process.

Mr. Eagan then presented Ms. Guererri, G.O.A.L teacher, and Ms. Coyler, GED teacher, who outlined program and classroom organization, areas of concern and student placement in these two programs. Ms. Guererri outlined the evolution of the G.O.A.L. program and explained the factors that make the program alternative. Ms. Coyler stressed the importance of connecting with at-risk students in the GED Preparation Program. (The Curriculum Report is contained as Appendix A to these minutes.)

Update: Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum

Superintendent Marcelle introduced Carol Hodgins, who presented an update on Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum. Mrs. Hodgins explained that the Board of Education and the Administrative Council met in January, 2003 to discuss the district’s academic program. Out of this meeting, a consensus was reached on 17 items relating to the writing process as being of special importance. Mrs. Hodgins explained that she ultilized summaries of reading and writing across the curriculum activities that Principals and Department Heads sent to her during the month of April as the basis for this update. Mrs. Hodgins then explained the format for the report and briefly outlined the 17 items of special importance.

Update: 2003-2004 Budget

Superintendent Marcelle and District Treasurer Nolie reported that the State Legislature has overridden the Governor’s veto on funding for education and that this would have a positive impact on the tax levy. Mrs. Nolie reported that anticipated revenue and expenditures would be less than budgeted due to the change in the Early Retirement System contributions

Appoint Chairperson of Annual District Election

MOVED by Smith that the Board of Education appoint Daniel Magruder as Chairperson of the Annual District Election on June 3, 2003

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

Appoint Chief Inspector of Annual District Election

MOVED by Bradley that the Board of Education appoint Bruce Rowledge as Chief Inspector of the Annual District Election on June 3, 2003.

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

Appoint Inspectors and Assistant Clerks for Annual District Election

MOVED by Bradley that the Board of Education appoint Inspectors, Assistant Clerks, and Inspectors for Nursing Homes for the Annual District Election on June 3, 2003, as submitted, and further, authorize the Superintendent to fill any remaining vacancies with an appointment at the June 9, 2003, Board of Education meeting. (A list of inspectors and clerks is contained as Appendix B to these minutes.)

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

MOVED by Carbone that the Board of Education renew/adopt the following Authorizations/Resolutions:

School Lunch/Breakfast Authorization

The school district’s participation in the National School Lunch Program, Special Milk Program, and Breakfast Program for the 2003-2004 school year and authorize the District Treasurer to submit the renewal agreement.

Resolution: Accept Gift and Donation

The Resolution, dated May 19, 2003, regarding acceptance of a donation from the PTA for Arts in Education Programs, as submitted. (The Authorization is contained as Appendix C to these minutes.)

Resolution: Amend the 2002-2003 General Fund Budget

The Resolution, dated May 19, 2003, to authorize the increase in the general fund revenue and appropriations in the amount of $5,752.61. (The Authorization is contained as Appendix D to these minutes.)

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

MOVED by Magruder that the Board of Education accept/approve the following items under Communications and Staffing:

Communications

The resignation of David VanSchaick, Transportation Supervisor, effective c.o.b. June 30, 2003. (The letter is contained as Appendix E to these minutes.)

Routine Business

a. Staffing

1) The full-time appointment of Jamie E. White as Registered Professional Nurse-School (Glendaal School), subject to Civil Service regulations, effective May 20, 2003, with 2002-2003 salary at the annual rate of $22,600. This appointment is conditioned on the school district’s 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) The regular substitute appointment of Cathleen Barrett as School Psychologist (Glendaal and Glen-Worden), effective September 1, 2003 through June 30, 2004, with 2003-2004 salary to be set at Step 10 + M + 39 of the teachers’ salary schedule when teachers’ salaries are set for the next school year. Ms. Barrett has permanent certification.

3) The 2003- 2004 contracts with the following Management/Confidential employees: Jeanne Ellis, Amanda Galivan, Diane Hartman, John Hoefer, Gloria Kudzin, Dana Legere, Celeste O’Neal, and James Rodecker, as submitted.

routine Business

a. Placement of Children with Disabilities

MOVED by Bradley that the Board of Education accept the Placement of Children with Disabilities as recommended by the Committee on Special Education at their meetings on April 29, 2003 (Glendaal), April 9 and 16, 2003 (Glen Worden), April 4, 10, and 14; May 12, 2003 (Sacandaga) April 14 and 17, 2003 (Middle School), April 28; May 9, 2003 (High School), April 1 and 7, 9, and 10 May 8, 2003(Out of District), and the Committee on Preschool Special Education at their meeting on April 8 and May 2, 2003 and Left District.

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

Other Business

· The Board discussed the agenda for the Formal Budget Hearing and Meet the Candidate Night, which will be held on May 20, 2003.

· Superintendent Marcelle discussed the possibility of demolishing the press box that is attached to the bleachers in the athletic field.

· The Board discussed requests for overseas trips for next year. Superintendent Marcelle

MOVED by Carbone that the Board of Education adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters of personnel and/or negotiations.

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

The Board of Education adjourned to Executive Session at 8:45 p.m. and returned to Open Session at 9:23 p.m.

MOVED by Conlon that the meeting be adjourned.

ROLL CALL

Ayes: 7

Noes: 0

MOTION CARRIED

The meeting adjourned at 9:24 p.m.

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Amanda Galivan, District Clerk