Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York. BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 11, 2011

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1 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 11, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey - ABSENT Cynthia Milkovich Joan Miller Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis Student Government Representative John Deming left 7:35pm About 56 Visitors The Board meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Library Media Center of the Tioga Hills Elementary School. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel and the recommendations from the Committee on Special Education. # Call to Order # Executive Session The Board returned to open session at 7:05PM in the cafetorium and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. # Pledge of Allegiance Kent Maslin welcomed the Board and visitors to Tioga Hills. He introduced Rhonda Ruhm who described the Character Education initiatives and talked about the Morning Program. Videos featuring students using the Kelso the Frog program was shown. Denise England, along with students Tyler Blachovick, Elizabeth Abashian, and Lillian Hamp, explained to the Board how they determined wants from needs and used this information to create a welcome book for new people to the area. On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the December 21, 2010 meeting as written. # Spotlight on Tioga Hills # Approval of Minutes None. # Public Comments on Agenda Items Student Government Representative John Deming reported: --The King Bruin dance was very successful, with over 600 attendees. Everyone had a good time. --There were more than 200 scholar athletes recognized and all of the sports teams met the threshold for student athletes. --Over 170 participants donated blood at the recent blood drive. --Stephanie Nelson performed in the Macy s Thanksgiving Day Parade. --Student groups are donated snack items for the Backpack Program, where these items are packaged up and given to those who might not have after school snacks available to them. # Reports Board President Michon Stuart reported: --Liaisons: Kim Myers reminded the Board that the Student Recognition Breakfast is Thursday at 7:00am. Orientation for current 8 th graders going into 9 th grade next fall will be tomorrow night. The alumni association is asking what is being planned for the 75 th anniversary of the district next year. Mark LaRoach will set up a meeting to include Jim O Hara, Dale Ketchum, Kathy Loveland and Kim Myers to discuss it. Jerry Etingoff mentioned the memo attached to the NYSSBA alert of 1/5/11. --Vestal School Foundation Trivia Night is January 28 th. Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported: --Lauren Poehlman explained the energy conservation study that was provided electronically. Some initial

2 investment will pay off in the long run. --District staff met with Union Endicott representatives to discuss the sharing of services/resources. We are already collaborating with professional development and training. Many other possibilities are being explored, including undersubscribed courses, retirement, Project Lead the Way, mentor program, master scheduling. --Building meetings regarding budget and RTTT are continuing. Staff has been very receptive to the information regarding the fiscal challenges the district is facing. Vestal Hills and the Senior High have already been visited, Glenwood and the Middle School will be visited tomorrow. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule F (Travel and Conference Report) and Transfers; and to approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). It was noted by Kim that Beth Bossong will be sorely missed. Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: # Acceptance/Approval of Schedules F, Transfers, and Schedule P SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Ferguson, Kristina Substitute Teacher 12/23/10 Relocation SCHEDULE IP 2 RETIREMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE Bossong, Elizabeth Foreign Language Teacher Foreign Language 7/1/11 Lowell, Peter Science Teacher Science 7/1/11 SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Kalny, Jessica English/Special Education Initial/Initial BA 1/12/11 *Rosenthal, Erin Social Studies Initial BS 1/12/11 *Wells, Courtney Physical Education Initial BS 1/12/11 Bossong, Elizabeth Foreign Language Permanent MSED 9/1/11 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCEY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Kalny, Jessica English/Special Education Initial/Initial BA 1/12/11 Rosenthal, Erin Social Studies Initial BS 1/12/11 Wells, Courtney Physical Education Initial BS 1/12/11 SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find pages 2, 6 and 10 of a master list of above contract positions for the school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: January 11, 2011 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC POSITIONS Modified Wrestling Coach Winter Season TBD 5/4/10 Barr, Christopher 1/11/11 Modified Wrestling Coach Winter Season TBD 5/4/10 DeMarco, Christopher 1/11/11 Modified Wrestling VOLUNTEER Winter Season DeMarco, Christopher 1/11/11 ADVISORS Science Club (1) Senior High $ /4/10 Harrison, Nancy* 1/11/11 MUSIC Stage Technician Senior High $ /4/10 Thorpe, Donald 1/11/11 Props and Make Up Senior High $ /4/10 Maerz, Deborah 1/11/11

3 *CHANGE SCHEDULE IP 4B.A RESIGNATIONS: ABOVE CONTRACT The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following ABOVE CONTRACT RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Barr, Christopher Modified Wrestling Coach (Winter Season) 1/4/11 Personal Reasons DeMarco, Christopher Modified Wrestling Volunteer (Winter Season) 1/4/11 To Accept Modified Wrestling Coach (Winter Season) position SCHEDULE IP6 TENURE APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. PROBATIONARY PERIOD EFFECTIVE Baechtle, Cheryl Elementary Teacher Elementary Permanent 4/20/09-4/19/11 4/20/11 Frye, Holly Elementary Teacher Elementary Professional 1/2/08-3/25/11 3/26/11 Hucko, Rachel Music Teacher Music Initial 4/1/08-3/31/11 4/1/11 SCHEDULE IP 7 LEAVE OF ABSENCE: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATES REASON Hawley, Nicole Elementary Teacher Elementary 12/23/10-6/30/11 Family Responsibilities SCHEDULE IP 9 RECALL APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RECALL APPOINTMENTS: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA CERTIF. EFFECTIVE DATE SALARY REMARKS Gollogly, Wendy Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 12/13/10-1/25/11 Long Term Sub Morgan, Barbara Elementary Teacher Elementary Initial 12/23/10-6/30/11 Permanent Sub SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATIONS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS McNierney, Rosaria Typist PT (10 month) African Road 1/4/11 Peake, Carol Teacher Aide (Monitor) Vestal Hills 1/17/11 Pizzuti, Jr., Francesco Custodian PT/S District Wide 12/22/10 SCHEDULE NIP 2 RETIREMENTS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RETIREMENTS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG EFFECTIVE DATES REMARKS DuBois, Kathleen Teacher Aide (Monitor) African Road 7/1/11 SCHEDULE NIP 8A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS/SUBSTITUTES: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS- SUBSTITUTES: NAME POSITION EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS DuBois, Kathleen Teacher Aide PT/S 9/1/11 On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the Request for Proposal for Substitute Janitorial Services, awards the bid to Matrix, LLC, and allows the contract to be signed by the President or Vice-President of the Board. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education give permission for approximately 48 4 th grade students from African Road Elementary School to tour the NYS Museum in Albany, NY on Friday, June 10, There is no cost to the District for this trip. # Request for Proposal Substitute Janitorial Services # Field Trip Approval ARE 4 th Graders to Albany, NY

4 On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the attached unit cost methodology is hereby approved for shared services with the Broome- Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services for the school year. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District enter into a contract with Dale and Kelly Yoder to allow them to transport their son to Harshaw Elementary School in Chenango Forks at a cost not to exceed $5,000, from December 13, 2010 to June 30, On motion by David Hanson, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the response from the district to the New York State Office of the Comptroller and New York State Education Department Office of Audit Services regarding the draft report on transportation. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the IRS standard mileage rate will be paid for reimbursement to school district employees and officials for necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties, inside and outside the district. On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the tuition charges for the school year be set as follows: # Unit Cost Methodology for BOCES Services # Transportation Contract with Parent # Acceptance of Response to Comptroller s Transportation Audit Report # Mileage Reimbursement # Tuition Rates for the School Year Per Year K-12 SWD Base $3,241 Grades K-5 $7,790 Grades 6-12 $9,914 Note: SWD is the acronym for Student with Disability *The net cost per pupil for SWD K-12 is a SWD base amount. The SWD charge is determined by multiplying the SWD base by the weighting factor for the level of service provided to each individual pupil for which a charge is billed. The actual tuition charge is the sum of the appropriate SWD base plus the base grade tuition cost. Ralph Bottini, 825 E Circle Drive, Vestal, NY, addressed the Board regarding the modified sports program. Marc Robinov, 89 Glann Road, Apalachin, NY, addressed the Board regarding the modified sports program. Mark LaRoach reviewed the financial status of the district. All areas of the budget are being reviewed and looked at for reductions. Any reductions are equally distasteful and the preservation of academic programs is the priority. A powerpoint presentation, indicating specific areas of possible reductions and the resulting savings, was reviewed. Tom Hahne was asked to review reduction options in the Athletic Department. Tom explained reducing his budget by 20% could not be done by just cutting materials, supplies, equipment, or shortening schedules. It would have to be done by cutting salaries which would greatly impact the athletic program for students. # Voice of the Public # Work Session Jeff Valent, 165 Charles Street, Vestal, NY, addressed the Board regarding the budget information. Matt Wood, 1695 N Cafferty Hill Road, Endicott, NY, addressed the Board regarding the sports program. Tuesday, January 25, :00 pm (Executive Session); 7:00-Regular Business Meeting Board Conference Room Administration Building Tuesday, February 8, :00 pm Board Conference Room Administration Building On motion by David Hanson, second by Cindy Milkovich, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into anticipated Executive Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel. # Future Meetings # Executive Session

5 On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately. # Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:59 PM. Kay Ellis, District Clerk

6 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, January 11, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey Joan Miller Glenna Pitarresi Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman - arrived 6:30pm Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey arrived 6:30pm School District Attorney Michael Sherwood arrived 6:30pm District Clerk Kay Ellis - dismissed 6:01pm, returned 6:30pm Anne Tristan, Director of Special Education arrived 6:30pm Executive Session commenced at 6:00PM in the Library Media Center of the Tioga Hills Elementary School. A matter of particular personnel was addressed. Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Education were on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 28 students and students. The session was adjourned at 7:02PM. Kay Ellis, District Clerk

7 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, January 11, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice-President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey - ABSENT Joan Miller Glenna Pitarresi Cynthia Milkovich Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis District Negotiator Keith Olivet Executive Session commenced at 9:50PM in the cafetorium at Tioga Hills Elementary School. The Board discussed a matter of particular personnel. The session was adjourned at 9:59 PM. Kay Ellis, District Clerk MIN

8 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 25, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey Joan Miller Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis Student Government Representative John Deming About 200 Visitors The Board meeting was called to order at 6:02PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Library of the Vestal Middle School. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss a matter of particular personnel and the recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. # Call to Order # Executive Session The Board returned to open session in the Middle School cafeteria at 7:00 PM and the pledge of allegiance was recited. Cliff Kasson, Middle School Vice Principal, gave an overview of the Math A Lon program sponsored by BAE Systems. The Middle School had 3 teams participate, they finished 2 nd, 3 rd and 4 th out of twelve teams. The board recognized the students and coaches who were involved. On motion by Kim Myers, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2011 meeting as written. Nora Hickey abstained from the vote. # Student Recognition # Approval of Minutes None. # Public Comments on Agenda Items Student Government Representative John Deming reported on the following: --the Backpack program, designed to supply food for those in need for weekends, distributed 700+ bags --the Student Recognition Breakfast honored 30 students --Talent Fest emcees were decided upon --the Vestal Swim Team had Senior Honor Night against Corning # Reports Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: --Liaisons: CAPTO is planning an Open House on March 24 th, their recycling program is expanding. The Policy Review Committee is looking at the 6000 s (Personnel). Governor Cuomo has established a website regarding unfunded mandates: The Dollars for Scholars phone-athon will be February 5 th, 11:00am to 5:00pm and February 6 th, 1:00pm to 5:00pm. District Council has been given the schedule of town hall meetings regarding the budget. The Town of Vestal liaisons will be meeting next week. Vestal School Foundation Trivia is Friday at 6:30pm. --Barb Fox will run the VSF Trivia on Friday. --Parking lot item: the mission statement and district goals were discussed. The Board came to consensus to leave these items in the parking lot to revisit during the annual board workshops. --the district did join NYSSBA for the calendar year Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: An overview of the current spending plan was discussed. The expected short fall in the state budget along with the possibility of a tax cap will put districts in a financial straight jacket. It is a daunting task to strike a

9 balance. BOCES offered an information session regarding merging of services. We are reaching out to other districts in an effort to share resources. Informational meetings (town hall meetings) will be held on February 1, February 15, and March 1 at the Middle School cafeteria. Public discussion is encouraged at those meetings. --Building visits continue, sharing fiscal information with the staff. Race to the Top dollars and what they can be used for were explained. The details regarding the teacher/principal evaluation system (that is mandated) are not available yet and will have to be negotiated with the bargaining units. The evaluations will be tied to student performance. The BOCES cost analysis will be postponed. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer s Report-December), Schedule B1 (General Report-December), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-December), Schedule C (Bills-December), Schedule E (Enrollment Report); and approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). # Acceptance/Approval of Schedules A, B1, B3, C, E, and P Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: SCHEDULE IP 1 RESIGNATIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATION: NAME POSITION TENURE AREA EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Cook, Sharon Substitute Teacher 1/26/11 SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find page10 of a master list of above contract positions for the school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: January 25, 2011 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED MUSIC Asst Musical Director co Senior High $ /4/10 Weaver, Kacie 1/25/11 Asst Musical Director co Senior High $ /4/10 Gaylord, Barbara 1/25/11 Stage Manager Senior High $ /4/10 Gaylord, Barbara 1/25/11 Costume Master Middle School $ /4/10 Brown, Linda 1/25/11 Program Middle School $ /4/10 Solinsky, Angela 1/25/11 Rehearsal Coach Middle School $ /4/10 Weaver, Kacie 1/25/11 Set Design/Painting Middle School $ /4/10 Aloi, Christine 1/25/11 Stage Crew Manager Middle School $ /4/10 Gaylord, Barbara 1/25/11 Student Supervision Middle School $ /4/10 Dinnel, Joan 1/25/11 Student Supervision Middle School $ /4/10 Jalovick, Nancy 1/25/11 Student Supervision Middle School $ /4/10 Stewart, Diana 1/25/11 Ticket Sales Middle School $ /4/10 Kosick, Betsy 1/25/11 SCHEDULE IP 4 B.B RESIGNATIONS: ABOVE CONTRACT The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following ABOVE CONTRACT CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE Gaylord, Barbara Stage Manager (SH Musical) 1/3/11 To accept Asst Musical Director co position (SH Musical) SCHEDULE IP 4 B.C CHANGE IN STATUS: ABOVE CONTRACT The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following ABOVE CONTRACT CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Weaver, Kacie Asst Musical Director To Asst Musical Director co 1/25/11 Position shared with Barbara Gaylord SCHEDULE NIP 1 RESIGNATIONS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIGNATION: NAME POSITION SHIFT/SCHOOL EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Henry, Kristin Bus Attendant Transportation 1/13/11 To accept Bus Driver position 2

10 SCHEDULE NIP 11 CHANGES IN STATUS: NON-INSTRUCTIONAL The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following NON-INSTRUCTIONAL CHANGES IN STATUS: NAME POSITION SHIFT/BLDG CHANGE EFFECTIVE DATE REASON Henry, Kristin Bus Driver PT/S Transportation To Bus Driver 1/13/11 The following employees have achieved satisfactory completion of district probationary period: Armentrout, Crystal Custodian 2 nd Shift/ Senior High 2/10/11 Bronikowski, Anna Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT Clayton Avenue 2/9/11 (0.75/hrs/day) Ely, William Custodian 2 nd Shift/Vestal Hills 2/10/11 Lewis, Michelle Senior Typist Senior High 2/19/11 Lusht, Carol Teacher Aide (Monitor) PT African Road 2/9/11 (3hrs/day) Orton, Shawn Bus Driver Transportation 1/27/11 Warwick, tina Custodian 2 nd Shift Senior High 2/10/11 Webster, Wendy Senior Typist Administration 2/10/11 A motion was made by Phyllis Wiley, second by Jerry Etingoff, for the approval of following textbook for use, as detailed in the attached memorandum: Prentice Hall New York Earth Science: Physical Setting/Earth Science by E. Tarbuck and F. Lutgens; Grade 9 List Price: $73.97 each After much discussion, a motion was made by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, to table this action. The Board voted 7 to 1 (Kim Myers) to approve this motion. Michon Stuart abstained from the vote. On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education pursuant to its authority under Section 1709 (12) of the Education Law hereby accepts the following gifts: # Textbook Adoption # Acceptance of Gifts Description Approx. Value Donor Recipient Cash Donation for Purchase $ IBM Corporation Vestal Central Of 2 ipads for Tioga Hills School District Elementary School Finishlynx Timing System $11, Track & Field Vestal Central Booster Club School District On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby establishes an Unemployment Insurance Payment Reserve fund pursuant to the provisions of Section 6-r of the General Municipal Law for the purpose of paying unemployment insurance claims. On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves the transfer of $210, from the General Fund to the Unemployment Insurance Payment Reserve. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 9 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED that the Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Purchasing Agent, declare the attached vehicle as obsolete and authorize her to dispose of this item in accordance with Board Policy Cost reductions for this year and next were reviewed. A powerpoint presentation showed possible cuts and reductions. The timeline of legal requirements was discussed. Bill Gaffney, 1309 Cameron Lane, Vestal, NY, addressed the Board regarding cutting the modified sports program. Suren Pathman, 416 E Benita Blvd, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding changing the student attendance to summer months to avoid high heating costs in the winter months. # Establishment of Unemployment Insurance Payment Reserve # Transfer of Funds # Declaration of Obsolete Vehicle # Budget Workshop # Voice of the Public 3

11 Steve Rice, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board regarding budget cuts. Mike Chewens, 30 Pine Meadow Rd, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding budget cuts and contractual agreements. Valerie Iacovelli, 309 Academy Drive, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding cutting Teaching Assistant positions. Andrew Loso, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board (as a member of the Senior Class) regarding athletics from the student perspective. John Deming, 11 Berne Drive, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board regarding the sense that students are being considered by all in this discussion. Glenda Ward, 348 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding the money that district sports brings to community businesses and making cuts in other areas. Brian Harrington, 569 Tracy Creek Rd, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding the importance of modified sports and innovative ways of funding. Ralph Bottini, 825 E Circle Drive, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding the benefits sports can have on kids. Rachel Kosty, 3628 Pinecrest Road, Vestal, NY addressed the Board (as a 14 yr old student) about the benefits of athletics. Micah Caler, 2625 Lynnhurst Drive, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding the effect sports have on academic performance and the return on the investment in students. Mark Mushalla, 1304 Cameron Lane, Vestal, NY addressed the Board about reviewing the budget and to look at the cost benefit. Jennifer Wegmann, 2 Jennifer Lane, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board on their efforts to provide programs with less money and how there is a vested interest by the community. John Evans, 1004 Sienna Lane, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding the lifelong benefits to students that sports have and to look at creative solutions to budget cuts. David Barr, 36 Azalea Drive, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board as the modified soccer coach this year and the related to the Board one players story. Melanie Wagner, 20 Azalea Drive, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board regarding areas to cut the budget and how Character Education is part of the athletic program. Ray Berube, 7 Glann Road, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board how sports kept him in school and without sports he would not have gone to college. Thad Zaparzynski, 49 McFadden Road, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board about the 14% insurance increase and unfunded mandates. Joe Schutt, 409 Rayelene Drive, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding cuts in modified sports and the benefits of participation in sports. A student addressed the Board regarding trying out for teams and learning what you are good at and not so good at and what to work on to become better. Scott Burghardt, 4505 Marlboro Place, Vestal, NY addressed the Board about the importance of the modified sports program to the JV and Varsity teams. Unnamed woman addressed the Board regarding her son s experiences with wrestling and what he learned from his coach. 4

12 Bill Reese, 100 Glann Road, Apalachin, NY addressed the Board regarding finding out what other Boards in the area are doing and collaborate with them. Michele Barbieri, 1545 Glenwood Road, Vestal, NY addressed the Board regarding her son s experience with the athletic program and how what they learn in sports they carry on in their lives. Tuesday, February 8, :00 PM Board Conference Room Administration Building Tuesday, February 22, :00 pm Board Conference Room Administration Building On motion by David Hanson, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss particular personnel. # Future Meetings # Executive Session On motion by Joan Miller, second by David Hanson, the Board voted 9 to 0 to adjourn. # Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 10:50PM. Kay Ellis, District Clerk 5

13 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, January 25, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey Joan Miller Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach arrived 6:40pm Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman arrived 6:45pm Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey arrived 6:40pm School District Attorney Michael Sherwood arrived 6:40pm District Clerk Kay Ellis dismissed 6:03pm, returned 6:40pm Director of Special Education Anne Tristan arrived 6:40pm, dismissed 6:45pm Executive Session commenced at 6:02 PM in the Library of the Vestal Middle School. A matter of particular personnel was discussed. Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Education were also on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Cindy Milkovich, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 14 students and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 7 Section 504 students. Glenna Pitarresi abstained from the vote. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Cindy Milkovich, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 9 students. Glenna Pitarresi abstained from the vote. The session was adjourned at 6:58 PM. Kay Ellis District Clerk 6

14 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, January 25, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey Joan Miller Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman-absent Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey left 10:10pm School District Attorney Michael Sherwood left 10:10pm District Clerk Kay Ellis left 10:10pm Executive Session commenced at 10:01PM in the Library of the Vestal Middle School. The Board discussed items of particular personnel. The session was adjourned at 10:50PM. Kay Ellis District Clerk BOE/ MIN 7

15 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 22, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President - arrived 6:55pm Jerry Etingoff David Hanson Nora Hickey Joan Miller - arrived 6:46pm Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi arrived 6:47pm Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis Student Government Representative John Deming About 120 Visitors The Board meeting was called to order at 6:44 PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Library Media Center of the Vestal Middle School. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Jerry Etingoff, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss the recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education. # Call to Order # Executive Session The Board returned to open session in the Middle School cafeteria at 7:00 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the February 8, 2011 meeting as written. # Approval of Minutes None. # Public Comments on Agenda Items Mark LaRoach announced the creation of an Ad-Hoc Committee charged to review and assist in making a recommendation to him about alternative reductions to the athletic budget that will be sustainable. The committee will consist of two coaches (John Anderson and Crystal Harvey), two assistant principals (Mike Rotondi and Cliff Kasson), Mary Surdey, a student representative and a community member. A powerpoint presentation of a preliminary budget summary was reviewed, showing the effect that the Governor s proposed budget cuts would have on the district. The assumption is the district is looking at a 4 million dollar budget hole. Contingency budget information was discussed. Melissa Restuccia, 600 Main Street, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding reductions in both staffing and budget amounts over the last two years. # Work Session # Voice of the Public Tori Bottini, 825 E. Circle Drive, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding modified sports and class sizes. Ralph Bottini, 825 E. Circle Drive, Vestal, spoke to the Board about comparable local districts regarding administrative staffing and test scores. Deb Reynolds, 684 State Street, Binghamton, addressed the Board with concerns regarding the value of Teaching Assistants and tutorial services. Micah Caler, 2625 Lynnhurst Drive, Vestal, spoke to the Board regarding student needs, wage freezes and cuts in State Aid. Jennifer Wegmann, 2 Jennifer Lane, Apalachin, commented on the Ad-Hoc Committee and the effect of cuts on students.

16 Mark Mushalla, 1304 Cameron Lane, Vestal, spoke to the Board about the need for involvement, the increase in benefits and upcoming contract negotiations. Bill Gaffney, 1309 Cameron Road, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding the overwhelming task before them and the willingness of community members to help. John Deming, 11 Berne Drive, Apalachin, spoke about the increase in respect being shown and the gravity of the fiscal problems facing the district. Thomas Whitaker, 1560 Main Street, Apalachin, addressed the Board regarding potential areas of reduction, employee contributions to insurance costs and contract negotiations. Lori Bottini, 825 E. Circle Drive, Vestal, spoke to the Board about finding ways to bring additional revenue into the District. Jeff Valent, 165 Charles Street, Vestal, addressed the Board about administrative staffing and thinking outside the box for solutions. Mark LaRoach repeated that no decisions have been made as of this date. Student Government Representative John Deming reported on the following: The swimming team was Section IV champs. Senior Night for basketball was held. A pep rally was held for winter sports. National Honor Society sold carnations for Valentine s Day. Talent Fest is 3/5/11. Junior and Senior Proms are coming up. The musical will be 3/ # Reports Board President Michon Stuart reported on the following: --Liaisons: Jerry Etingoff reported on ARE Parent Teacher Organization. Glenna Pitarresi spoke of an upcoming parent presentation on March 15 and 21 information will be on the website. The District Planning Group is working on the March Superintendent s Conference Day. Kim Myers reported they will set up a meeting with the Town of Vestal Supervisor. --Nora Hickey s resignation from the Board was accepted. Nora was thanked for her many years of service and was wished well on her move to Florida. Kim Myers will replace her on the Audit Committee. Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported on the following: --Mark attended the organizational meeting of the school climate committee formed at the Senior High last Friday. On motion by Kim Myers, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule A (Treasurer s Report-January), Schedule B1 (General Report-January), Schedule B3 (Federal Fund Report-January), Schedule C (Bills-January), and Budget Transfers; and approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: # Acceptance/Approval of Schedules A, B1, B3, C, Budget Transfers, and P SCHEDULE IP 4 B TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: ABOVE CONTRACT Attached, please find page 5,8 and 9 of a master list of above contract positions for the school year. We are asking approval for the person, position, and stipend that is underlined and in bold print. BOARD MEETING: February 22, 2011 AREA OF APPOINTMENT AREA/BLDG STIPEND POSTED NAME APPROVED DEPARMTENT CHAIRPERSONS Reading K-12 $3, /4/10 Evans, Sarah 2/22/11 OTHER Cafeteria Duty(Semester 2, Period 5 Middle School $24.37/hour 5/4/10 Herringshaw, Joseph 2/22/11 Cafeteria Duty(Semester 2, Period 5 Middle School $24.37/hour 5/4/10 Paulo, Dean 2/22/11 Cafeteria Duty(Semester 2, Period 6 Middle School $24.37/hour 5/4/10 Covert, Denton II 2/22/11 Cafeteria Duty(Semester 2, Period 6 Middle School $24.37/hour 5/4/10 Watson, Darren 2/22/11 Cafeteria Duty(Semester 2, Period 7 Middle School $24.37/hour 5/4/10 Daino, Jeremy 2/22/11 Cafeteria Duty(Semester 2, Period 7 Middle School $24.37/hour 5/4/10 Osinski, David 2/22/11 Odyssey of the Mind Tioga Hills $ /4/10 Reynolds, Doreen 2/22/11 2

17 On motion by Kim Myers, second by Glenna Pitarresi, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the President or Vice-President of the Board of Education be authorized to sign an agreement with the Binghamton City School District to provide Health and Welfare Services to approximately 78 students residing in the Vestal Central School District attending non-public schools in the Binghamton City School District during the school year, at a cost of $ per student. On motion by Nora Hickey, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approve Change Order EC-01-R for Diekow Electric to provide labor, material, and equipment for the installation of eight additional detectors $2, and a credit for unused field directive allowance ($500.00) for the 2010 Capital Improvements project. On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District accepts the results of the cooperative bid for meat and cheese through the Broome County Specification Group for the period 3/8/11 to 4/30/11. On motion by Kim Myers, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept a grant of $ from the Arts Partners and the Discovery Center of the Southern Tier. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Nora Hickey, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education be authorized to enter into a lease agreement for a period of one year with The Dance Shoppe for the rental of space in the former Central Junior High School in accordance with said agreement, effective February 1, 2011 through January 31, On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following WHEREAS, on April 27, 2010, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to participate in BOCES Services, and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Vestal Central School District agreed to payment on supplemental contracts, therefore BE IT RESOLVED that the President or Vice President of the Board of Education is authorized to sign the supplemental contract titled Amendment II. On motion by Glenna Pitarresi, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the following RESOLVED, that the Board of Education accept a special grant of $1,000 from BAE Systems, with $350 for Mathletes and $650 for Science Olympiad. Tuesday, March 8, :00 PM; BOE 6:00 PM Vestal Middle School Cafeteria Tuesday, March 22, :00 pm Board Conference Room Administration Building # Health and Welfare Service Charges; Binghamton City School District # Change Order Number EC- 01-R; 2010 Capital Improvements Project # Bid Award for Meat and Cheese # Acceptance of Grant # Lease with The Dance Shoppe # BOCES Supplemental Purchase #2 # Acceptance of Grant # Future Meetings Future Town Hall Budget Information Session: Tuesday, March 1, :00 PM in the African Road auditorium On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Joan Miller, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss a legal issue and a matter of particular personnel. # Executive Session On motion by Joan Miller, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to adjourn. # Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 PM. Kay Ellis, District Clerk 3

18 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #1 Tuesday, February 22, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President ABSENT Jerry Etingoff David Hanson ABSENT Nora Hickey Joan Miller Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis Director of Special Education Anne Tristan Executive Session commenced at 6:44PM in the Library of the Vestal Middle School. Recommendations and annual reviews of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Education were also on the agenda. Board members had copies of the IEPs for each student made available to them the week prior to the meeting and had reviewed them. Board members gave due consideration to each case before voting. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 16 students and the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for 10 Section 504 students. On motion by Jerry Etingoff, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 7 to 0 to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 6 students. The session was adjourned at 6:57PM. Kay Ellis District Clerk 4

19 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION EXECUTIVE SESSION #2 Tuesday, February 22, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President ABSENT Jerry Etingoff David Hanson ABSENT Nora Hickey Joan Miller Cynthia Milkovich Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations & Personnel Lauren Poehlman Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis Executive Session commenced at 8:46PM in the Library of the Vestal Middle School. The Board discussed a legal issue and a matter of particular personnel. The session was adjourned at 9:25 PM. Kay Ellis District Clerk BOE/ MIN 5

20 Vestal Central Schools Vestal, New York BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 8, 2011 PRESENT: Michon Stuart, President Kim Myers, Vice President Jerry Etingoff David Hanson - ABSENT Nora Hickey Cynthia Milkovich Joan Miller Glenna Pitarresi Phyllis Wiley ALSO PRESENT: Superintendent Mark LaRoach Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Mary Surdey Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, & Personnel Lauren Poehlman School District Attorney Michael Sherwood District Clerk Kay Ellis Student Government Representative John Deming ABSENT About 57 Visitors The Board meeting was called to order at 6:30PM by Board President Michon Stuart in the Library Media Center of the Vestal Middle School. On motion by Phyllis Wiley, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to adjourn immediately into Executive Session to discuss the recommendations from the Committee on Special Education and the recommendations from the Committee on Preschool Special Education. # Call to Order # Executive Session The Board returned to open session at 6:57PM in the cafeteria and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. # Pledge of Allegiance On motion by Kim Myers, second by Phyllis Wiley, the Board voted 8 to 0 to approve the minutes of the January 25, 2011 meeting as written. # Approval of Minutes None. # Public Comments on Agenda Items Student Government Representative John Deming reported: None. Board President Michon Stuart reported: Liaisons: Nora Hickey reported that the Tioga Hills PTA meeting in January reviewed student progress measures (testing). They have a website and a facebook page. Jigsaw Jones will be there in March. The basement is being cleaned out. Kim Myers reported as Town of Vestal liaison that they are committed to work cooperatively. Jerry Etingoff mentioned the goals and mission statement. Glenna Pitarresi attended the Health Insurance Consortium meeting last week; there is no good news. Anticipate a 17% increase next year. --The school board team finished 4 th in the Vestal School Foundation Trivia contest. -- Town Hall budget sessions are scheduled for February 15 th and March 1 st, both at 7pm in the Middle School cafeteria. # Reports Superintendent Mark LaRoach reported: --the governors budget proposal was just released; it was not favorable to school districts. We would estimate an additional $500,000 reduction in state aid under this plan. Budget review: questions that were raised at the Board meeting held January 25 th were reviewed and answered. Suggested budget reductions were presented. # Work Session Ralph Bottini, 825 E. Circle Drive, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding the modified sports program, using volunteers for custodial services and the student/administrator ratio. # Voice of the Public

21 Bill Gaffney, 1309 Cameron Lane, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding the presentation of numbers, pay cuts, administrative cuts, pay freezes and more information regarding overtime. 2/8/11 Steve Crowle, 3625Turner Drive, Endwell, spoke to the Board about the importance of music in education, the need to keep an eye on the big picture, the need to redesign or recreate but not cut and the need to look at creative alternatives. Mark Mushalla, 1304 Cameron Lane, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding modified sports, what is driving costs up, contractual obligations and questioned if cuts are from prior budget figures or actual. Micah Caler, 2625 Lynnhurst Drive, Vestal, urged the Board to look at the return on investment and requested a listing of administrative positions. Michael Chewens, 30 Pine Meadow Road, Vestal, addressed the Board regarding long term planning that needs to be done and the effect of declining enrollment and urged the Board to think outside the box. Jennifer Wegmann, 2 Jennifer Lane, Apalachin, suggested to the Board that professional development be put on hold and suggested other administrative alternatives. Vita Rice, 8 Highland Drive, Apalachin, suggested to the Board that cuts need to come from the top down, suggested pay cuts and sharing of services. Melanie Wagner, 20 Azalea Drive, Apalachin, spoke to the Board regarding the response from the last meeting, details on collaboration, mandated energy saving procedures and long term planning. Jeff Valent, 165 Charles Street, Vestal, urged the Board to make cuts from the top down, not the bottom up. Mary Ellen Biechele, 101 Red Fox Run, Vestal, spoke to the Board about academics being the number one job, to look at everything and that she felt there was no winning solution. Keith O Hara, 1517 Campus Drive, Vestal, addressed the Board about extracurricular activities. The Board continued budget workshop discussions. On motion by Joan Miller, second by Kim Myers, the Board voted 8 to 0 to accept Schedule E (Enrollment Report), Schedule F (Travel and Conference Report) and Transfers; and to approve Schedule P (Personnel Changes). Under Schedule P, the following changes in personnel were made: # Acceptance/Approval of Schedules E, F, Transfers, and Schedule P SCHEDULE IP 4 A TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS *Parris, Rachel Art Initial BFA 2/9/11 *pending fingerprint clearance SCHEDULE IP 4 A.A RESOLUTION FOR EMERGENCEY CONDITIONAL APPOINTMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES The Superintendent of Schools hereby recommends the APPROVAL of the following TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS: INSTRUCTIONAL SUBSTITUTES: NAME INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL CERTIF. DEGREE EFFECTIVE DATE REMARKS Parris, Rachel Art Initial BFA 2/9/11