BOARD OF EDUCATION ROSELLE PARK, NEW JERSEY OPEN MINUTES of the March 4, 2014 Board Meeting 7:00 P.M.

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1 BOARD OF EDUCATION ROSELLE PARK, NEW JERSEY OPEN MINUTES of the Board Meeting 7:00 P.M. The meeting, held at the Sherman School Library, is an open session of the Roselle Park Board of Education held under the Open Public Meetings Act of the State of New Jersey. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Star Ledger, LocalSource, the Home News Tribune, the borough clerk, school offices and district website. The purpose of this meeting is to take action on matters for the month of March There were present: Alexander Balaban Christopher Miller Scott Bruckenstein Scott Nelson James Damm Barbara Sokol Troy Gerten Jeofrey Vita Loren Harms Also Present: Pedro Garrido, Superintendent of Schools Susan Guercio, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary Jennifer Osborne, Board Attorney Flag Salute Public Participation 7:00 PM Items Only Jacob Magiera, resident, questioned insurance on # 17 on the agenda. Board Secretary Guercio responded that a fixed asset report is done annually for insurance purposes. Mr. Magiera also commented that the description of closed session items now reads a bit better.

2 Committee/Liaison Reports Finance Committee They have had several meetings. Official Public Hearing will be on April 29, They will continue to work on the budget reports. UCESC reports that there will be a meeting tomorrow night. They are looking to partner with other groups for Special Education needs. One example will be to work with the Children s Specialized Hospital for students with Autism needs. A suggestion is made on paperless meetings where board members use laptops to access documents. The NJSBA does offer workshops on this topic. The East/West Basketball game being held at the High School on March 14 is looking for proctors. The staff and police are participating in this fund raiser. Facilities Committee We are researching participating in a Clean Energy Audit. We hope to combine our efforts with the town council. Curriculum Committee Vice President Sokol spoke about the 2 nd Family Literacy Night and thanked the Reading Recovery teachers. Ms. Sokol also attended the STEM workshop and gave a small review of the numerous programs currently taking place in our schools. Superintendent s Report Superintendent Garrido discussed the School Performance Report and the individual factors that pertain to each school. This report is for the school year. The NJASK and HSPA test results were used in this report. In the future the new PARCC testing program will be used. This will track students progress from one year to the next for growth. Superintendent will meet with principals to look at the items and address any areas of need. Principal s Report Sherman Principal, Mary Christensen, spoke about the Reading Initiative for K-5 as an opportunity to increase silent reading time. Some examples are special reading nights, outside reading, and the Reading Across America program. Ms. Christensen also spoke about the Spelling Bee at Sherman School. 2

3 Consent Motion Personnel PERSONNEL A motion was made by Mr. Balaban seconded by Mr. Harms to approve the following agenda items 1 through Staff Appointment To appoint the following staff: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) Shanna Fox, MS Mathematics teacher, effective date March 21, 2014 through June 20, 2014 at M1 $ 57,222 (prorated) (mat. leave) (repl. L. Klemens) Stephanie Zottarelli, Part-time Speech Language Specialist, effective date February 26, 2014 through June 20, 2014 at M1 $28,611 (prorated) (repl. L. Vollmin) 2. Change of Assignment Approval of the following change of assignment for the school year: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) From To Lisa Gomes, Robert Gordon Paraprofessional 6 hr/day 7 hr/day effective 2/24/14 3. Summer Camp Personnel 2014 To approve the following 2014 summer camp personnel: (as recommended by the Superintendent) Adult Step 4 - $18/hr Instructor Step 4 - $22/hr College Step 4 - $10.50/hr L. Hastrup L. Battaglia D. O Connor A. Swirz P. Appello R. Henry Adult Step 1 - $15.75/hr B. Lowe HS Step 3 - $7.25/hr M. Korybski N. Toccacelli P. Salinas 3

4 4. Extra-Curricular Assignment To approve the following MS Dance/Event Chaperones at $32.26/hr to be used as needed. (as recommended by the Superintendent) Cathy Pons Brenda Litterer 5. Grant Writer Payment To authorize the payment of $150 to Ray Bangs for writing and receiving the FY14 ACS-HACH High School Chemistry Grant in the amount of $1,500. (as recommended by the Superintendent) 6. After School Instruction To approve the following teachers to provide Robotics instruction to 7 th graders after school for 6 weeks, 1.5 hours per week, at $34.83 per hour: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) Jameson Chin Ryan Flatley 7. Title I After School Appointment To appoint Danielle Romero as the District STEM Literacy Coordinator up to 20 hours at $34.83 per hour. (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) (to be paid through NCLB funds) 4

5 8. WISE Energize with Math Personnel To appoint the following WISE Energize with Math personnel at $34.83 per hour: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) (16 sessions) (16 sessions) Robert Gordon Teachers EJF-Aldene Teachers Gail Pelaez Alexandra Swirz Alexandra Nascimento Kristen Kulbaba Josephine Marino Jamie Carlson Natalie Basile Allison Weiss Mary Lou Gugger Substitutes Judy Nese Diane Heimall (32 sessions) Lis Layden Gina Faria (16 sessions) Sherman School Teachers Jennifer Burgos, Denise Matarante, Carlie Parker, Jane Garretson, Jacquelene Padovano, Christina Vega, Allison DeFortuna, Tara Lechner, Randi Sheps Substitutes: Bernardine Scholz, Dena Wilds, Wendy Ozeri, Karina DiLillo, AnnMarie Gaccione Nurse: Barbara Goss Paraprofessional: Sandy Califano (at contracted hourly rate) Substitute Paraprofessional: Liliana Pontoriero, Deb Italiano (at contracted hourly rate) 9. High School Extra-Curricular Advisors To appoint the following staff as advisors to the following High School Clubs at a stipend of $1.00: Hilton Seibert High School Robotics Club Jameson Chin High School Robotics Club Tiffany Bain - GSA Club (formerly HUE) 10. Professional Development Preparation To authorize payment for the following professional development planning and presentation at $34.83 per hour: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) Wednesday, January 29, hrs. Shannon Smith (CPR) Thursday, January 30, hrs. James Foy (CPR) Kevin Rodriquez (CPR) 5

6 11. Title I Before/After School Programs Appointment To appoint the following Title I Before/After School appointment personnel at $34.83 per session: (as recommended by the Superintendent) (as per RPEA contract) (paid with NCLB) Robert Gordon March 3, 2014 April 28, 2014 Lisa Layden total 14 sessions Diane Heimall total 14 sessions Christy Longo total 8 sessions (repl. N. Basile) Middle School February 24, 2014 April 25, 2014 Michelle Howell total 22 sessions Lisa Robison total 22 sessions Kimberly Haralambopoulos total 22 sessions Patti Mawer total 22 sessions 12. Maternity Leave of Absence Request - Carrie Russoniello (Elem Art Sherman/Aldene) RESOLVED, that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, hereby approves the prebirth disability leave of Carrie Russoniello commencing on April 21, 2014 and extending through May 21, Carrie Russoniello will use accumulated sick leave days during this pre-birth temporary disability period to continue to receive salary and health benefits from April 21, 2014 through May 21, The employee s pre-birth disability leave shall run concurrent to her leave under the Family Medical leave Act(FMLA). RESOLVED, that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the post-birth disability period of Carrie Russoniello for four weeks, following the birth of her child. Carrie Russoniello will use the remainder of her accumulated sick leave days during this post-birth disability period, and continue to receive salary from May 22, 2014 through June 19, The employee will also receive health benefits during this period. The employee s post-birth disability leave shall run concurrent to her leave under the Family Medical leave Act (FMLA). RESOLVED, that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the child care family leave of absence under the Family Medical Leave Act and the New Jersey Family Leave Act for Carrie Russoniello commencing June 20, 2014 and extending through June 30, The remainder of the employee s leave under the Family Medical Leave Act shall run concurrent to the employee s leave under the New Jersey Family Leave Act. The employee shall not receive salary during this period of time, but will continue to receive health benefits. The employee shall return to the District on September 1,

7 13. Maternity Leave of Absence Request - Michelle Lynch (MS Special Ed) RESOLVED, that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, hereby approves the prebirth disability leave of Michelle Lynch commencing on May 5, 2014 and extending through May 22, Michelle Lynch will use accumulated sick leave days during this pre-birth temporary disability period to continue to receive salary and health benefits from May 5, 2014 through May 22, The employee s pre-birth disability leave shall run concurrent to her leave under the Family Medical leave Act(FMLA). RESOLVED, that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the post-birth disability period of Michelle Lynch for four weeks, following the birth of her child. Michelle Lynch will use the remainder of her accumulated sick leave days during this post-birth disability period, and continue to receive salary from May 22, 2014 through June 20, The employee will also receive health benefits during this period. The employee s post-birth disability leave shall run concurrent to her leave under the Family Medical leave Act (FMLA). RESOLVED, that the Board, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the child care family leave of absence under the Family Medical Leave Act and the New Jersey Family Leave Act for Michelle Lynch commencing September 8, 2014 and extending through November 30, The remainder of the employee s leave under the Family Medical Leave Act shall run concurrent to the employee s leave under the New Jersey Family Leave Act. The employee shall not receive salary during this period of time, but will continue to receive health benefits. The employee shall return to the District on December 1, On roll call, motion carries EDUCATION A motion was made by Vice President Sokol seconded by Mr. Nelson to approve the following agenda items numbered 14 through Educational Trip Request To approve the following district 2014 educational trip requests: Union County St. Patrick s Day Parade 3/15/2014 RP High School Band - Students will be performing in the St. Patrick s Day parade as part of their performance requirements for class. 7

8 15. Education Programs To approve the following education program for the school year: Braille Translator #76 Mayrely Arocha $15.48/15 min (per RPEA contract) Bedside Instruction #77 5 hrs/wk 2/19/14 TBD $59.00/hr 16. Workshop Attendance Request To approve the following staff workshop attendance requests: (to be paid through IDEA funds) Katie Im Connective Tissue Mobilization for Pediatric Therapists, Barnabas Ambulatory Care Center, Livingston April 6 7, 2014 $ Motion carries 8

9 BUSINESS A motion was made by Mr.Balaban seconded by Mr. Harms to approve the following agenda items 17 through Inventory Disposal Approval to dispose of the following obsolete/damaged technology equipment: Device Serial Number Bar Code Printer MX8B5120RF 4011 Computer Printer CNBB Printer FALE Pocket PC 4G17DW36C2VY 2663 Printer CNBK Printer CNBK Printer MY37G3BONB5C 2699 Printer CNBB Printer CNBK Scanner CN39YT11MC 4006 Printer MX05J1W2FT 2530 Printer MY5224P23M 4702 Computer MXD5150C0N 4015 Computer H8SR Computer CNU6451N7V 4189 Printer 720Y3PX 4028 Computer 2UA5360F Computer 2UA73012GX 4369 Projector KM3F822834L 4675 Scanner W4966B Computer XA04300GKHF 4685 Printer USBNG Projector C Projector C Projector C Projector FH 3373 Computer CNU6451N3F 3721 Projector NDEF090653L Approval of Bills To approve the following bills for the month of February 2014: General Current Expense $627, Special Revenue Funds $ 4, Total $631,

10 19. Use of Buildings and Grounds To approve the following use of buildings and grounds (appropriate fees to be charged where applicable): a. DARE Graduation & Dance HS auditorium & students cafeteria Tuesdays, April 1, 2014 and April 8, 2014, 6:00PM 8:00PM 20. Secretary/Treasurer Report To approve the secretary/treasurer report for the period ending December Motion carries Continuing Business Students identified as not residing in Roselle Park/removed from school: October November 5 November 19 December 3 January 7 January 27 February 4 February 18 March 4 Total 1 student 0 students 1 student 2 students 0 students 0 students 0 students 0 students 0 students 4 students *********** 10

11 New Business Mr. Balaban suggests that correspondence be added to agenda after Committee Reports when necessary. Mr. Harms speaks about a letter received regarding parking concerns. This issue will be reviewed. Mr. Garrido suggests a phone call to the Superintendent if there are any future concerns. Mr. Garrido speaks of the update on the website regarding the two makeup snow days. School will now be in session on Monday April 14 th and Monday April 21 st. Mr. Gerten inquired as to why the school calendar was not on the website. Mr. Garrido stated that we are waiting for county approval and then it will be posted. Public Participation Saul Qerstyn, resident, questioned if principals were on the basketball teams and if any students were removed from not residing in Roselle Park. Both questions were answered yes. Also, Mr. Qerstyn asked we receive any compensation on students removed from school district? The response was no. Jacob Magiera, Sheridan Ave., questioned if there was an update on Election Day polling locations. President Miller responded that he spoke to Union County Board of Elections and numerous criteria must be met before moving to different locations. Roselle Park Board of Education Professional Development Ethics Training The Ethics Training has been cancelled and postponed to a later date. Adjournment A motion was made by Mr. Harms seconded by Mr. Gerten to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 p.m. Motion carries Next scheduled board meeting: March 18, 2014 Sherman School Gymnasium/Auditorium at 7:00 PM 11

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