Regular Meeting Minutes
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Scotia-Glenville Central School District was held in the Cafeteria of Glendaal Elementary School in said district on October 17, 2005.
President of the Board of Education Margaret Smith called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Present: Ahnert, Bradley, Carbone, Carpenter, Conlon, Crisafulli, Smith, Superintendent Swartz, Business Administrator Nolie, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Kavanaugh, and District Clerk DeLong.
Absent: none
Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
Jessie Williams, an 8th grade student, spoke regarding Tartan Time at the Middle School.
Claire Houlihan, 213 Alexander Ave., spoke regarding the letter sent home from the Middle School regarding Tartan Time.
DISCUSSION: MIDDLE SCHOOL DRESS CODE GUIDELINES
Superintendent Swartz addressed the Board regarding the Middle School Dress Code. She
discussed the fact that what was being enforced at the Middle School in regards to disciplinary
actions, was the Code of Conduct, not the Guidelines. She also reminded everyone that these
Guidelines were intended to be a tool for parents and were being piloted this year. She reported that
there had been 28 violations of the Dress Code to date, involving 22 students. The Board requested
more detail in regards to these violations and Superintendent Swartz told the Board she will gather
this information and report back to them at a future meeting. Kathyrn McCary, Attorney at Law, also
spoke to the Board regarding the enforceability of the Dress Code. She cited the CommissionerŐs
rulings on School Dress Codes, which state that Ňstudents cannot wear clothing that is either
dangerous or disruptive to the learning processÓ. The Board questioned the practice of applying
different standards to different buildings. Ms. McCary responded by citing that such practice is
acceptable. The Board questioned whether the guidelines equate to the standards set down by the
Commissioner. Ms. McCary stated that the guidelines are not what is being enforced at the Middle
School, but the Dress Code itself is, as stated in the District Code of Conduct. The Board raised the
issue of whether some athletic uniforms comply with the Dress Code and also requested that they be
provided with information regarding positive and negative feedback on the Dress Code issue.
Superintendent Swartz told the Board she would gather as much information as possible and report
back when she had this information.
ACCEPT AUDITOR'S REPORT FOR 2004-2005 FINANCIAL REPORT, SINGLE AUDIT
SUPPLEMENTARY FINANCIAL REPORT, AND THE EXTRACLASSROOM ACTIVITY FUNDS
FINANCIAL REPORT
Jim Amell, of C. L. Marvin and Co.,reviewed the various financial statements and auditorŐs report with the Board of Education. He reported that all the reports were very good. He spoke to the Board regarding the GovernorŐs 5-point plan and informed the Board that the trend of many school districts is to hire outside of their district for the Internal Claims Auditor position. He also reported that the State ComptrollerŐs Office will be auditing every district in New York State within five years. The Board thanked Mr. Amell for his report. (This report is contained as Appendix A to these minutes).
MOVED by Ahnert that the Board of Education accept the Annual Independent Audit Report of the financial accounts, Single Audit Supplementary Financial Report, and the Extraclassroom Activity Funds Financial Report of the school district for the 2004-2005 fiscal year, as submitted by C.L. Marvin & Company, P.C.
ROLL CALL
AYES: 7
NOES: 0
MOTION PASSED
DISCUSSION: TARTAN TIME
Superintendent Swartz gave a brief recap of why the Middle School has instituted Tartan Time instead of Rec. for this school year. Shari Keller, Middle School Principal, shared with the Board that Tartan Time is not meant to be punitive, it is an attempt to solve a long running problem the Middle School has had with Rec. time and the lack of space and proper staffing. The Board discussed this issue at length and raised the question of whether this should be a Board issue or whether Shared Decision Making would be a more appropriate arena. Ms. Keller also stated that she would be asking Student Council for their input on this issue and possible ways to give the students some recreation time, while still maintaining control and seeing to it that the students are in a safe environment. Superintendent Swartz recommended that this issue be brought to both SDM and Student Council and that Ms. Keller report back to the Board with an update in either November or December. The Board agreed with her recommendation.
PRESENTATION: FIELD UTILIZATION STUDY
Representatives from Fraser and Associates presented the Field Utilization Study to the Board. The Board raised several questions regarding this study and will discuss at a later date how to proceed with this issue. (This study is contained as Appendix B to these minutes).
SELECT VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE FOR NYSSBA ANNUAL CONVENTION
The selection of a voting delegate and alternate for the NYSSBA annual convention was tabled until
the next meeting, Oct. 24th.
MOVED by Ahnert that the Board of Education adopt/approve the following:
RESOLUTION: WITHDRAW AND AMEND THE 2005-2006 SCHOOL TAX ROLLS
Adopt the Resolution, dated October 17, 2005, to withdraw and amend the 2005-2006 School Tax
Rolls, as submitted. (This resolution is contained as Appendix C to these minutes).
NON-RESIDENT STUDENT TUITION ENROLLMENT: ERICA SELIN
Approve the non-resident student tuition enrollment of Erica Selin, Grade 12 student, for the 2005-
2006 school year. (This letter is contained as Appendix D to these minutes).
RESOLUTION: ACCEPT GIFT AND DONATION
Approve the resolution, dated October 17, 2005, regarding acceptance of a donation from the Scotia
Glenville Middle SchoolŐs Student Council for the purchase of Audio Visual (AV) equipment for the
Middle School auditorium, as submitted. (This resolution is contained as Appendix E to these
minutes).
ROLL CALL
AYES: 7
NOES: 0
MOTION PASSED
CAPSBA/LEGISLATIVE LIAISON/PTA REPORTS
á CAPSBA- Pam Carbone reported that the next CAPSBA meeting will be held on November 3rd, with David Abrams from State Ed. giving an update on NYS assessments.
á Legislative Liaison- none
á PTA Council- Karen Bradley reported that Council is off to a good start and that the PTAŐs have all been asked to notify Council if they would like Board representation at their meetings.
MOVED by Carbone that the Board of Education approve/accept the following items:
COMMUNICATIONS
a. Approve the request of Margaret J. Gillen, Elementary Teacher (Lincoln Elementary School), for an unpaid leave of absence effective November 1, 2005 through January 2, 2006. (This request is contained as Appendix F to these minutes).
b. Accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Linden A. Gregory, Music Teacher (Districtwide), effective c.o.b. June 30, 2006, with appreciation for his service to the district.
(This letter is contained as Appendix G to these minutes).
c. Accept the letter of resignation of Theresa Marocco, Teacher Aide (Transportation), effective c.o.b. September 28, 2005, in order for her to accept the position of part-time School Bus Driver, effective September 29, 2005. (This letter is contained as Appendix H to these minutes).
d. Accept the letter of resignation of Michael Gennett, Fitness Center Assistant, effective c.o.b. October 17, 2005, with appreciation for his service to the district. (This letter is contained as Appendix I to these minutes).
ADOPT THE TEXTBOOK: MACROMEDIA FLASH MX 2004 - DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
Adopt the following textbook for the Senior High School Web+Plus course.
Macromedia Flash MX 2004 - Design Professional
By Jim Shuman and Piyush Patel
Macromedia/Course Technology, 2004
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT
a. Staffing
1) Approve the revised 2005-2006 TeachersŐ Salary List, as submitted.
(This list is contained as Appendix J to these minutes).
2) Approve the following additional supplemental appointment for 2005-2006:
AV Coordinator Đ Middle School
Santina Florio 55% $609.95
Monica Statile 45% $499.05
3) Approve the part-time appointment of Andrea L. Yezzo as School Monitor (Middle School), effective October 18, 2005 through June 30, 2006, with 2005-2006 salary to be at the hourly rate of $8.00 (2.5 hours/day).
4) Approve the part-time appointment of Alisa Harris as School Monitor (Senior High School), effective October 18, 2005 through June 30, 2006, with 2005-2006 salary to be at the hourly rate of $8.00 (3.5 hours/day). This appointment is conditioned on the school districtŐs 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.
5) Approve the increase in hours of Sharon Day, Teacher Aide (Sacandaga Elementary School), from 6.25 hours/day to 6.75 hours/day effective October 18, 2005 through June 30, 2006, with no change in her current rate of pay.
6) Approve the change in hours of Audrey L. Gundlach, School Bus Driver (Transportation Department) from 5.25 hours/day, plus 1 hour late run four days/week with 2005-2006 annual salary of $18,984.06 (Step 3, $15.95/hour, plus .30/hour longevity) to 5 hours/day, plus 1 hour late run four days/week, with 2005-2006 annual salary of $18,200 (Step 3, $15.95/hour, plus .30/hour longevity), effective September 19, 2005 through June 30, 2006.
7) Approve the part time appointment of Theresa Marocco as School Bus Driver (Transportation Department), effective September 29, 2005 through June 30, 2006, with 2005-2006 salary to be at the annual rate of $12,601.94 (Step 1, 4.5 hours/day). This appointment is conditioned on the school districtŐs 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.
8) Approve the part-time appointment of David S. Kiddle as School Bus Driver (Transportation Department), effective October 18, 2005 through June 30, 2006, with 2005-2006 salary to be at the annual rate of $12,601.94 (Step 1, 4.5 hours/day).
9) Approve the following additional substitutes for the 2005-2006 school year:
School Monitor Substitute
Karen DeAguiar
Clerical Substitute
Karen DeAguiar
Fitness Center Assistant Substitute
Michael Gennett
10) Approve an additional 4 hours/week for Karen Darrow, Teaching Assistant (Middle School), effective October 3, 2005 through June 30, 2006, with no change in her current 2005-06 hourly rate of pay.
ROUTINE BUSINESS
a. Placements of Children with Disabilities
Approve the Placement of Students with Disabilities as recommended by the Committee
on Preschool Special Education at their meeting on 9/30 and by the Committee on
Special Education at their meetings on 7/26, 9/19, 9/22, 9/26, 9/27, 9/28, 9/29, 10/3,
10/4, 10/5, 10/6, and 10/12.
b. TreasurerŐs Report: August 2005
(This report is contained as Appendix K to these minutes).
c. Minutes: September 12, 2005 Regular Meeting
September 26, 2005 Special Meeting
d. Bids: Floor Mats and Fold-Up Divider Gym Door
1) Award the bid for Floor Mats to Sofco, as per the attached Bid Summary.
2) Award the bid for the Fold-Up Divider Gym Door (Middle School) to G.E.P. Services, Inc., as
per the attached Bid Summary.
(These bids are contained as Appendix L to these minutes).
ROLL CALL
AYES: 7
NOES: 0
MOTION PASSED
MOVED by Conlon that the Board of Education adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss
matters relating to personnel and/or negotiations.
ROLL CALL
AYES: 7
NOES: 0
MOTION PASSED
The Board adjourned to Executive Session at 9:59 p.m. and returned to Open Session at 10:29 p.m.
MOVED by Ahnert that the meeting be adjourned.
ROLL CALL
AYES: 7
NOES: 0
MOTION PASSED
The meeting adjourned at 10:29 p.m.
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Bobbie DeLong, District Clerk