MINUTES - FOR BOARD APPROVAL
BOARD
OF EDUCATION
Date
of Meeting:
Time
of Meeting:
Type
of Meeting: Business
Meeting
Place
of Meeting: High School
Library
Board
Members Present: Henrietta
Lodge, Board President
Pauline
Kaplan, Vice President
Bruce
Cunningham
Robert
Gaglione
Dennis Munnelly
Teri
Olson
Board
Members Absent: Thomas
Clark
Admin.
Staff Present: Frank DeLuca,
Superintendent
Frank
Tolan
Anthony
Saracino
John
Bellucci
Sonya
Abbye Taylor
George
Newman
Margie
Clarke
Robert
Hamilton
Evelyn
Perrault
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Time: 7:00 P.M. Walk-Through of the High
School Business
Meeting Called to Order by Board
President Roll Call was taken by the Board
Clerk Pledge to the Flag Board Pres. Comments – Welcome. Ms.
Lodge said that she was very impressed with all of the community
participation in volunteer activities this summer: The playground assembly,
older students helping the younger children during the summer program, and the
meetings of the Enrollment Committee. Visitor’s Comments – Donna Pagliaro introduced herself as
the new PTA president and expressed positive hopes for the upcoming school
year. Board Remarks – Teri Olson congratulated Mr.
Newman on a very insightful and professional introduction statement to
parents of special needs children. Agenda
order: Motion by Pauline Kaplan, seconded by Teri
Olson and carried unanimously that the Board of Education approves the
following additions to the order of the agenda as presented: ADD:
7.1 Resignation(s) F.
Maya Chambers, as school (playground) monitor G. Phyllis Menzi, from her
full-time French and ESL Teaching Position ADD:
7.3 Appointments Add to N.
(Substitute teachers we used last year who are Returning:) Add to W.
Add 2 coaching position ADD:
X. Phyllis Menzi, as a part time
(.6) ESL teacher Y.
Nyrita Sierra, school (playground) monitor, The Items with a * are items the
Superintendent recommended for the consent agenda. Motion by Pauline Kaplan, seconded by Bruce
Cunningham and carried unanimously that the Board of Education approves the
following as the consent agenda: 7.1
Resignations A.
Bus
Driver B.
Bus
Driver C.
District
Wide Substitute Teacher D.
School
(playground) Monitor E.
Sr.
Account Clerk/Records Management Clerk F.
School
(Playground) Monitor G.
Full-time
French & ESL Teacher 7.2
Leave of Absence(s) A.
Sr.
Account Clerk B.
Cook 7.3
Appointments A.
Mentors B.
School
Psychologist C.
Health
Teacher D.
Earth
Science Teacher E.
Teacher
Assistant F.
Teacher
Assistant G.
Microcomputer
Technician H.
School
Bus Monitor I.
Teacher
Aide J.
Bus
Driver K.
Bus Driver L.
Substitute
Bus Driver M.
Substitute
Bus Driver N.
Substitute
Teachers O.
District
Wide Substitute Teachers P.
Home
Tutor Q.
Summer
Records Management Workers R.
Teacher
Aide S.
Substitute
Teacher Aide T.
Temporary
Typist U.
Part
time Operating Assistant V.
Approve
Tax Collector continuation W.
Extracurricular/Interscholastic
Appointments X.
Part-time
ESL Teacher Y.
School
(Playground) Monitor 7.4
Increase
Part time Courier to Temporary Full time Courier 7.5
Reduce
Science Teacher Appointment 7.6
Amend
Dean of Students/A.D. Appointment Notice 7.7
Amend
Administrators Benefits Agreement 7.8
Recognize
Civil Service Administrators Association 7.9
Amend
District Organizational Chart 7.10
Approve
Field Work Experience for Student Teachers 9.1
Accept
Individualized Educational Plans 10.1
Approve
District Bus Routes 2004-2005 10.2
Approve
Late Transportation Requests 10.3
Approve
Statement of Agreement with American Red Cross Discussion Minutes Motion by Pauline Kaplan, seconded by Bruce
Cunningham and carried unanimously that the Board of Education approve the
minutes of the following meeting, as presented: Personnel *Approved
as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education approves the
following resignation(s): A. Anthony Cefaloni, bus driver, effective B. Deborah L. Patchey, bus driver, effective C. Lillie Muscente, as a district wide substitute teacher,
effective D. Karen
Miller, school (playground) monitor, effective E. Janice Tedesco as Senior Account Clerk and Records Management
Clerk, effective F. Maya Chambers, as school (playground)
monitor school (bus) monitor, effective G. Phyllis Menzi, from her full-time
French and ESL Teaching position,
effective *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education approves
the following request(s) for a leave of absence: A. Barbara
Lynch, Sr. Account Clerk, Family Medical Leave Act request, effective
September 2, 2004 to October 15, 2004. B. Cathy
Lehman, cook, effective * Approved as part of the consent agenda that
the Board of Education approve the following appointments: A. The following certified teachers as Teacher Mentors for the 2004-05
school year, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools at the rate as
contained in the Agreement between the District and the Pawling Teachers
Association: Ellen
Casey Karen
Arnhold Falanga Amy
Mauceri Karen Nolan Jennifer Pehmoeller Dorothy
Rottkamp Ruth Rowe Stacy
Scofield Peggy
Wagner B. Matthew
Crandell, School Psychologist, in the psychologist tenure area, effective
September 1, 2004 with a three (3) year probationary period ending August 31,
2007, and that Matthew Crandell be paid at Step 1B74M plus advanced degree ($ 47,679.00) as
contained in the agreement between the District and the Pawling School
Teachers Association, dependent upon receipt of NYS Certification and
fingerprint clearance. C. Barbara
Bliven, Health Teacher, with a three year probationary appointment in the
Health tenure area, effective September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2007, on Step
4B72M ($ 51,193.00) of the salary schedule as contained in the agreement
between the district and the Pawling School Teacher’s Association, dependent
upon fingerprint clearance from SED. D. Sara
VonBurg, as a secondary Earth
Science teacher, in the Earth Science tenure area, with a three (3) year probationary period
effective September 1, 2004 and ending August 31, 2007, on Step 1B ($41,331) dependent upon receipt of
temporary Earth Science license and fingerprint clearance from the State
Education Department. E. Marilynn
Reed Kelly, Teaching Assistant, with a three year probationary period
effective September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2007, and that Marilynn Reed Kelly
be paid at the annual rate of $17,606.00 as per the salary schedule contained
in the agreement between the district and the Pawling School Teachers
Association; continuing employment is dependent upon fingerprint clearance
from the State Education Department and a Teaching Assistant License. F. Kirstin
Gellatly, Teaching Assistant, with a three year probationary period
effective September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2007, and that Kirstin Gellatly be
paid at the annual rate of $17,606.00 as per the salary schedule contained in
the agreement between the district and the Pawling School Teachers
Association, continuing employment is dependent upon fingerprint clearance
and teaching certificate from the State Education Department. G. Tim
Facchin, Microcomputer Technician, on Grade 14A, Step 2 of the CSEA
Contract provisionally pending passing Civil Service exam, effective H. JoAnn
Phillips, school bus monitor, effective I. Marie Simone, Teacher Aide,
effective September 8, 2004, at the hourly rate 9.63 with a probationary
period according to the CSEA contract, dependent upon fingerprint clearance
from the State Education Department. J. Henry
Vitti, bus driver, at the hourly rate of $17.44 (Step 1/year 1),
effective August 31, 2004, with a probationary period in accordance with the
CSEA contract and dependent upon fingerprint clearance from NYSDMV. K. Michael
Lavoie, bus driver, at the hourly rate of $17.62 (Step 2/year 1),
effective September 27, 2004, with a probationary period in accordance with
the CSEA contract and dependent upon
fingerprint clearance from NYSDMV. L. Anthony
Cefaloni, as a per diem substitute bus driver for the 2004-05 school
year, effective M. Deborah
L. Patchey, as a per diem substitute bus driver for the 2004-05 school
year, effective N. The
following individuals as per diem
substitute teachers for the 2004-2005 school year: Loraine
Maggio,
certified rate, dependent upon fingerprint clearance from the State Education
Department. Sheila
Finch,
4 yr. degree rate, dependent upon fingerprint clearance from
the State Education Department. Mary DeBellis, Certified rate, dependent upon fingerprint
clearance from the State Education Department. Lillie Muscente, 4 yr. degree rate (has fingerprint clearance) Bryan Turner, 2 yr. degree rate (has fingerprint clearance) Sarah Florio, 2 yr. degree rate (has fingerprint clearance) Kristin Bates-Renaud, 4 yr. degree rate (has fingerprint
clearance) Deanne
Evangelista,
certified rate Kathryn
Nathan Marcus,
4 yr. degree rate O.
The following district wide substitute
teacher for 2004-05, at the daily rate of $75.00 (no other benefits) and
dependent upon fingerprint clearance. Richard Milhaven
(Ele) 4 yr. Degree Josephine Occhipinti
(M.S.) Certified P.
Barry Gajdosik, home tutor for
2004-05, at the hourly rate of $30.00. Q. Charles Lynch and Catherine Lehman, as Summer Records Management Workers at
the hourly rate of $10.00 (grant funded) to assist in organizing the
district’s records rooms. R. Karen
Miller, teacher aide, effective S. Denise
Coffey, substitute teacher aide for the 2004-05 school year, at an hourly
rate of $6.50, dependent upon fingerprint clearance. T. Cathy
Lehman, as Temporary Typist for a period of six (6) months, effective
September 13, 2004 to March 11, 2005 at the Salary Grade 7A, Step 6
($29,054.55 prorated) of the CSEA
contract. U. Ann
Lierow, as a .8 Operating Assistant for the 2004-2005 school year at a
rate of $3,000 per month, effective V. Janice
Tedesco, to continue as Tax Collector for the 2004-2005 school year at a
stipend of $2,000. W. The
following extracurricular/interscholastic
appointments: Carl Ferraro,
Director of Physical Education, at a stipend according to the Pawling
Teachers Agreement. Richard Suter, to perform limited specialized contractual services
as an assistant varsity football coach for the 2004-05 school year, at the
rate indicated as per limited contractual agreement between the individual
and the district. (Fingerprint clearance on file). Sara Von Burg, Varsity Cheerleading
Coach at a stipend according to the Teachers contract. Thomas Flood, to perform limited
Specialized contractual services as a Modified football coach and Joseph
Amuso Jr. as the assistant modified football
coach for the fall 2004 season, at the rate indicated as per limited
contractual agreement between the individual and the district, pending
completion of all pertinent coaching requirements, and fingerprint clearance
from the State Education Department. X. Phyllis Menzi, as a part time (.6) ESL teacher, effective Y. Nyrita Sierra, school (playground) monitor, Effective *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education approve
increasing Robert Katan from Part-time courier to Temporary Full-time courier
for a period of three (3) months, effective *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education approves Charlotte
Flannery as per a one (1) year agreement between the PSTA and H.S. Principal Frank Tolan for the 2004-2005 school year,
reducing Charlotte Flannery’s (at her request) full-time position as science
teacher to a 75% position. *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education approves
the amendment of John Bellucci, Dean of Students/Athletic Director’s hire
date to *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education amend the
Administrator Benefits agreement dated * Approved as part of the consent agenda that
the Board of Education recognizes the Civil Service Administrators
Association as the representative for purposes of collective bargaining under
the Taylor Law of individuals in the position of Director of Facilities and
Operations and Supervisor of Transportation. *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education amends the
Pawling Central School District Organizational Chart Exhibit, Board Policy
#3230E. *
Approved as part of the consent agenda that the Board of Education approve
field work experience of the following student teachers at the Middle School: From New
Paltz Susan Moreno, Glen Morris,
Ilene Kramer Financial Motion by Pauline Kaplan, seconded by Robert
Gaglione and carried unanimously that the Board of Education amends the real
property tax levy in the sum of $19,689,970 for the 2004-2005 school year. Committee
on Special Education * Approved as part of the
consent agenda that the Board of Education accept the following
Individualized Education Plans: 02027,
82048, 10826, 02004, 82019, 0036,
10026, 10024, 9451, 10755, 02022,
5030, 10738, 10703, 3852,
00002, 0203802038, 3892, 02024, 02045, 10034, 10033, 02033, 200139, 10202,
10729, 02027, 10866, 3311, 9854, 10689, 02010, 3407, 10048, 10050, 9652,
02040, 200163, 200164, 10731, 0061, 10069, 10146, 9745, 9746, 10677, 10562,
10826, 10009, 00006, 10860, 10678, 02020, 02004, 10914, 10608, 10362, 02016,
0036, 10196, 10195, 10750, 10316, 10430, 100071, 9318, 10853, 10871, 02021,
200068, 9901, 02008, 9993, 9911, 10819, 10225, 10570, 10451, 02018, 0088,
2050, 10026, 10141, 10024, 3540, 10369, 10712, 9876, 9992, 10693, 0001,
200331, 10409, 9414, 200071, 10373, 10374,02029, 02003, 02017, 9880, 11015,
02011, 10755, 9886, 02022, 5030, 10724, 9702, 10234, 3070, 10828, 10807,
9523, 9771, 200119, 5093, 9864, 10840, 3960, 10424, 10875, 9609, 200124,
200069,10408, 00004, 10098, 3624, 9884, 02015, 0097, 10574, 10588, 0014,
10249, 0098, 03339, 10958, 10252, 09911, 10855, 10837, 10764, 10113, 10295,
3336, 200291, 100053, 10681, 10618, 10522, 10395, 10646, 105781, 02007,
10848, 10849, 00001, 0203802038, 10479, 10886, 10887, 10396, 10003, 10397,
10880, 10891, 10579, 10580, 10258, 0029, 0081, 10590, 10481, 09820,
82018,10674, 02009, 10121, 3892, 9985, 200070, 02024, 10615, 2365, 9221,
100046, 10427, 9568, 0063,02042, 9996, 9347, 9987, 9602, 3060, 02045, 02039,
09424, 10876, 10411, 10197, 10982, 9475, 200159, 10102, 10728, 10271, 02037,
3907, 100026, 02043, 10958, 02012, 02029, 9318, 9414 Board
of Education * Approved as part of the
consent agenda that the Board of Education approve the preliminary bus runs
for the 2004-05 school year, subject to modification as necessary. * Approved as part of the consent
agenda that the Board of Education approve the following late transportation
request(s): K.
Guzzo to St. James J.
DelBene to St. Lawrence O’Toole A.
McPhillips to St. Lawrence O’Toole J.
and R. Drake to S.
Gullerandsen to Mizzentop (afternoon only) A. Creitoff to am/pm
child care J.
Verdesi to Afterschool Care (first 8 days only) V.
Tanner to Afterschool Care K.
McDougal to Afterschool Care A.
Monahan to Afterschool Care K.
Monahan to Before and Afterschool Care O.
Martini from a.m. daycare * Approved as part of the consent agenda that
the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent to sign the Renewal
Agreement with the American Red Cross concerning the use of Facilities as
Mass Care Shelters by the National American Red Cross. Discussion – Code of Conduct Policy Discussion – Kindergarten/First Grade Enrollment Old Business – Mr. DeLuca said that
he spoke with Senator Leibell concerning the property for the bus parking
facility and garage. We are presently
waiting for the Governor’s signature. New
Business Congratulations to Henrietta Lodge for being
selected by the Mid Hudson School Study Council to receive one of this year’s
Awards for Excellence in School Board Service. (Oct 14th) Administrative
Reports Superintendent – Mr. DeLuca met with
Russ Davidson concerning the Masterplan.
He will attend the next Enrollment Committee meeting. Elementary
Principal
– Thanked the Board for agreeing with the possibility of hiring another
teacher, if needed (from kindergarten enrollment discussion.) Middle
School Principal
– not present High
School Principal
– Schedules were in the mail two weeks ago.
Counselors are available for changes as of today. - Thanked Mr. Hamilton and his staff for
taking great care of the building. Asst. Superintendent
for Curriculum and Personnel – Expressed that the District is ready for
New Teacher Orientation. -
Thanked teachers, Mr. Saracino and Kate Calandro for their work on putting
together kindergarten orientation packets. Asst.
Superintendent for Finance – Tax Anticipation Notice was received at 1 ¼%
- With the records management grant 100 boxes of old records were
logged and shredded. Director
of Special Education
– Discussed new techniques planned. Dean of
Students/Athletic Director – Thanked administrators and Board for their support. Director
of Facilities and Operations – Discussed the ceiling collapse in the
Washingtonville school. Our schools
have been inspected and Mr. Hamilton is researching how to effectively test the ceiling in the District’s High and
Elementary Schools. Supervisor
of Transportation
– Routes are complete. - Expressed that the summer program was
successful. Visitors’
Comments - none Executive
Session Motion by Pauline Kaplan, seconded by Bruce
Cunningham and carried unanimously that the Board of Education enters Executive
Session to discuss specific personnel issues and legal issues. Time:
The following was recorded by Henrietta Lodge,
clerk pro tem: Motion by Bob Gaglione, seconded by Pauline
Kaplan and carried unanimously that The Board of Education reconvene this
meeting for the purpose of adjournment: Time
Adjourn Time:
Respectfully
submitted, Virginia
Mold District
Clerk |
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE Board Pres. Comments Visitor’s Comments Board Remarks AGENDA ORDER APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA APPROVE MINUTES PERSONNEL Resignation(s) Leave
of Absence Appointments |