HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION HALEDON, NJ MINUTES

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1 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION HALEDON, NJ MINUTES REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OCTOBER 6, :00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Batelli. FLAG SALUTE ROUTE OF EGRESS In the event of an emergency, all people may exit right or left from this room and proceed to an exit door. All doors will open from the inside. OPEN PUBLIC MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this act, the Haledon Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be published in the North Jersey Herald News, the Board s Official Newspaper, on January 11, Notices of this meeting, indicating date, time and place, were posted publicly on the door of the main entrance to the school and filed with the clerk in the municipality of Haledon. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Also Present: Ms. Diaz, Mrs. Fischer, Ms. Fusco, Mr. Kaslander, Mr. Latona, Mr. McCloskey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Batelli Ms. Rolón Dr. Wanko, Interim Superintendent, Mr. Serapiglia, Business Administrator/Board Secretary; Mr. Parkes, Principal; Ms. Barnhill, Vice Principal CORRESPONDENCE MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Mrs. Smith that the Board of Education accepts the following correspondence: Letter of Resignation Rita Castillo, Instructional Aide, dated August 18, 2015 Letters to Mayor Domenick Stampone Dr. Michael A. Wanko, Interim Superintendent, dated August 19, 2015 and September 23, 2015 Letter of Resignation Christopher Scarpati, Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher

2 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 2 of 9 Letter of Approval of State House Express award from Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics to Carl Parisi, HPS. dated September 29, 2015 MOTION carried unanimously upon roll call vote, 8-0. PRESENTATION Mr. Parkes, Principal, introduced the newly elected student council members for Haledon Public School who were present to observe how the Board of Education operates. They will attend a future meeting to sit with Board members. APPROVAL OF PRIOR MINUTES MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Mr. Kaslander that the Board of Education approves the following minutes: Regular Meeting September 22, 2015 MOTION carried upon roll call vote, (Ms. Diaz, Ms. Fusco and Mr. Kaslander abstained). HEARING OF CITIZENS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY Public is invited to address the Board with any questions, comments or concerns with respect to items listed on the agenda of this meeting. MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Mr. Kaslander to open the floor to the public, 7:09 p.m. None. MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco to close the floor to the public, 7:09 p.m. REPORTS President s Report Mr. Batelli confirmed that Mr. Kaslander and Mrs. Smith are on the interview committee for the new Superintendent. Interview Committee is meeting on November 12, 2015 at 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at MRHS. There will be a joint board meeting on December 10, 2015 to meet two finalists at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Batelli attended County joint meeting on Tuesday; MRHS staff and students were there and presented Chromebooks. Superintendent s Report Dr. Wanko reported on Friday October 2 nd, John Serapiglia, Beth Barnhill and he had a very productive meeting with the President of William Paterson University and her staff. Three topics were covered: 1) the institution of the technology internship program 2) possible site locations on William Paterson s campus for the construction of a second school and 3) the creation of a demonstration school program. Mr. Serapiglia and Dr. Wanko toured the university and Veritans properties. Enrollment for the school is currently at 1,043. Tomorrow Dr. Wanko and Mr. Serapiglia will be meeting with the

3 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 3 of 9 Executive County Superintendent requesting a waiver for our Kindergarten Class size. Student to teacher ratios in kindergarten classrooms are not specified in New Jersey statute but the NJ Administrative Code regulates that classes of no more than 25 children and a fulltime teacher and full-time teacher assistant if 40% lower-income families. The soccer teams continued their games this week. The Boys team had their first win of the year against Secaucus by a score of 5-2. The Girls team is still searching for their first win. During the last faculty meeting, the administrative team presented professional development on objectives and exit assessments. These are two crucial components to a well-planned and executed lesson. Each child should be able to demonstrate that they have mastered what the lesson objective states. This is usually demonstrated during an exit assessment or as a check for understanding. If the material is not mastered, the teacher will need to adjust their future lessons based on this data. The Professional Learning Community groups are off to a great start. The goal of a PLC is to focus on student learning, data, and a collaborative culture. This year the middle level PLCs are meeting with their departments. In the past, it was by grade level at the middle school. Dr. Wanko reported we continue to meet by grades at the elementary level. Our Annual PTA Book Fair was held last week. Each class had a scheduled time to attend the fair which was located on the stage. Students were excited to purchase books of their choice which encourages them to continue to read for pleasure. It was very successful. The committee planning this year s Eighth and Seventh grade trips has researched less expensive venues for our students to increase participation. A handout with that information was distributed. Dr. Wanko advised there will be a combined board meeting on Thursday, December 10 th beginning at 6 pm at the MRHS library at which time the two finalists for the superintendent s position will be making presentations and answering questions. Informational letters have been sent to the first round interview committee members. Business Administrator/Board Secretary Report Mr. Serapiglia reported on resolutions approving salaries charged to NCLB, hiring of a substitute teacher for 15 days for special education, approving LPN at a cost of $45 per hour and the need to approve a revised resolution with Maschio s. Also a change order is being revised for Burlew. A handout was distributed and the Board needs to review interlocal agreements of the Superintendent and Business Administrator. Interview for PPA--need a volunteer for November 19, An update will be given on Veritans and St. Paul s in Prospect Park, under New Business. The Unit Vent is still being worked on. A Safety Committee update was given in regards to the playground and adding a fence. Aftercare enrollment is at 200. Substitute service started this week. Got off to a rocky start. We are hoping to work out kinks. Personnel Report Mrs. Fischer, Chairperson; Mr. Kaslander, Mrs. Smith Agenda items only. Finance Report Mr. Kaslander, Chairperson; Ms. Fusco, Mr. Latona A meeting was held to sign bills. Curriculum Report Mrs. Smith, Chairperson; Mrs. Fischer, Ms. Diaz Agenda items only. Policy Report Ms. Rolón, Chairperson; Mr. Latona, Mr. McCloskey- Agenda items only. State and County Report Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Latona Mrs. Fischer reported on the Brownstone Joint meeting with Passaic and Bergen Counties. MRHS students demonstrated Chromebooks to Board members (replacing pen and paper).

4 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 4 of 9 Board Attorney s Report Mr. Fogarty None. Personnel and Management Committee - Mrs. Fischer, Chairperson; Mr. Kaslander, Mrs. Smith MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Mrs. Smith that the Board of Education approves Items That the Board of Education approves the following personnel for an additional 36 hours each at a rate of $42.00 per hour to assess and place incoming students for a total of $4, to be paid from NCLB Title I Account # : Stacey Canova Cheryl Robertson Heather Miller 2. That the Board of Education approves the following personnel for an additional 10 hours each at a rate of $42.00 per hour to complete student scheduling for a total of $ to be paid from NCLB Title II Account # : Jennifer Rhome Colleen Dorn 3. That the Board of Education retroactively accepts the resignation of Rita Castillo, Instructional Aide, effective September 1, That the Board of Education accepts, with regret, the resignation of Christopher Scarpati, Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher, effective October 30, 2015 or sooner if a replacement is found. 5. That the Board of Education approves Delta-T Group of North Jersey Inc. to provide a substitute teacher for special education for 15 days (September 23 through October 14) to cover a teacher s absence, at a cost of $ per day, for a total cost of 3,705.00, utilizing MRESC Co-op pricing #65 MCESCCPS 15/16-12 (Exhibit A). 6. That the Board of Education approves the Letter of Agreement with Bayada Home Health Care Inc. for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at a cost of $45.00 per hour for the school year (Exhibit C). MOTION carried unanimously upon roll call vote, 8-0. Curriculum & Technology Committee Mrs. Smith, Chairperson; Mrs. Fischer, Ms. Diaz MOTION by Mrs. Smith, seconded by Mrs. Fischer that the Board of Education approves Items 1-4: 1. That the Board of Education approves the following class trip(s): Grade Trips 5 Botto House Museum

5 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 5 of Various Locations G&T Passaic County Activities 4 Sandy Hook, NJ 5 Sandy Hook, NJ 2 Haledon Public Library 2. That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: WHEREAS, the following employees are attending staff training, seminars and/or workshops; and WHEREAS, the attendance at stated functions were previously approved by the Chief School Administrator as work related and within the scope of the work responsibilities of the attendee; and WHEREAS, the attendance at the functions were approved as promoting delivery of instruction or furthering efficient operation of the school district and fiscally prudent, NOW BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the requests for attendance at professional workshops/conferences as listed: NAME WORKSHOP Funded by COST DATE Kerri Sanders BLS Healthcare Providers, Demarest, NJ $ /14/15 Todd Silver NCTM 2015 Regional Conference, Atlantic City, $ /23/15 NJ Christine Villaruz County SAC Meeting, Clifton, NJ $ /8/14 Catherine Eng NJ Assoc. of School Librarians Annual Conference, Long Branch, NJ $ /15-17/2015 Marian Golan Annual Education & Behavioral Health N/A None 10/23/15 Conference, Wayne, NJ Camille DeFranco Mandatory Gang Awareness, Wayne, NJ N/A None 10/21/15 Colleen Dorn Maximizing Essential Math Skills, Monroe, NJ $ /15; 11/18/15; 1/6/16 Christine Villaruz Second Annual Education & Behavioral Health N/A None 10/23/15 Conference, Wayne, NJ Monica Costello Second Annual Education & Behavioral Health N/A None 10/23/15 Conference, Wayne, NJ Jeffrey Territo Mandatory Gang Awareness Training, Wayne, N/A None 10/21/15 NJ Camille DeFranco Writing Legally Compliant IEPs, Wayne, NJ N/A None 10/12/15 Rosa Messineo Education & Behavioral Health Conference, Wayne, NJ N/A None 10/23/15 3. That the Board of Education designates October 5, 2015 through October 9, 2015 as a Week of Respect in order to recognize the importance of character education and to observe the week by providing age-appropriate instruction focusing on preventing harassment, intimidation and bullying (HIB). 4. That the Board of Education designates the week of October 19, 2015 through October 23, 2015 as School Violence Awareness Week.

6 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 6 of 9 MOTION carried unanimously upon roll call vote, 8-0. Policy Committee - Ms. Rolón, Chairperson; Mr. Latona, Mr. McCloskey MOTION by Mr. Latona, seconded by Mr. McCloskey that the Board of Education approves Item 1: 1. That the Board of Education approves the second reading and adoption of the following new and revised policies and regulations as shown under Exhibit B: P3322 P4322 P & R 5330 P5339 P5615 P5756 P8540 P8550 P8820 Staff Member s Use of Personal Cellular Telephones/Other Communication Devices (Revised) Staff Member s Use of Personal Cellu8lar Telephones/Other Communication Devices (Revised) Administration of Medication (Revised) Screening for Dyslexia (Revised) Suspected Gang Activity (Revised) Transgender Students (Revised) School Nutrition Programs (Revised) Outstanding Service Charges (New) Opening Exercises/Ceremonies (Revised) MOTION carried unanimously upon roll call vote, 8-0. Finance & Physical Plant Committee - Mr. Kaslander, Chairperson; Ms. Fusco, Mr. Latona MOTION by Mr. Kaslander, seconded by Ms. Fusco that the Board of Education approves Items 1-9: 1. That the Board of Education approves Little Smiles New Jersey PC (Smile Program Mobile Dentists) to provide dental examinations/screenings, dental cleanings, fluoride treatments and x-rays to the students of Haledon Public School on October 9, That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: WHEREAS, Haledon Public School (hereinafter referred to as the School ) and Maschio s Food Services, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Maschio s ) (hereinafter collectively referred to as the Parties ) are parties to a Food Service Management Agreement with a base year of the school year (hereinafter referred to as the Agreement ); and WHEREAS, the School is conducted by and under the supervision of the Haledon Board of Education (hereinafter referred to as the Board ); and WHEREAS, the Parties renewed the Agreement for the school year and the school year; and WHEREAS, the Board may exercise its option to renew the Agreement for up to two (2) additional one (1) year terms, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-4.2; and

7 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 7 of 9 WHEREAS, the Board is desirous of extending the term of the Agreement for a third time, for a one (1) year term, representing the school year, as the Board finds that the services of Maschio s are being provided in an efficient and effective manner, the cost of the additional term does not exceed the change in the index rate for the twelve (12) month period preceding the quarterly calculation available at the time of this contract renewal, and the terms of the renewal are substantially the same as the aforementioned Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hereby extends the Agreement with Maschio s for the school year, at an administrative/management fee of Nine Thousand Eight Hundred and seventy-seven Dollars and Zero Cents ($9,877.00) for the school year, to be billed in ten (10) monthly installments of Nine Hundred Eighty-Seven Dollars and seventy cents ($987.70) per month as a cost of operation. The Board reserves the right to extend the Agreement in its sole discretion for an additional term, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-42. The Board hereby approves the terms of the Food Service Management Company Addendum, a copy of which is attached hereto (Exhibit D). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the renewal of the Agreement is contingent upon the fulfillment by Maschio s of all provisions in the Agreement related to USDA donated commodities [7CFR (a)(12)]. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Maschio s guarantees a return to the Local Education Agency in the amount of $75, and that in the event the actual bottom line of the operational report (total revenue from all sources less program costs, including the management fee) is below the amount, Maschio s shall be responsible for any shortfall with the following conditions as outlines in Article I, Section B, Part 3 of the addendum. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board President and the Board Secretary are hereby authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution. 3. That the Board of Education moves the bills for October 6, 2015 be approved as presented: General Fund $414, Special Revenue Fund $0 Construction Project Fund $0 Debt Service Fund $0 Enterprise Fund $1, Payroll Fund 9/30/15 $466, Total for Approval $$882, That the Board of Education approves the purchase of a Promethean Board touch screen from CDW-G, utilizing MRESC State approved Co-op 65MCESCCPS, for a cost of $4,

8 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 8 of 9 5. That the Board of Education approves Melissa Donofrio, MA, BCBA of Partners in Development, LLC to provide Independent Functional Behavior Assessments for the school year at the following rates: One day, 6-hour observation $1,800 Two days of observations, both 4 hours in length $2,100 Home and school based observations $2, That the Board of Education approves the following agencies to provide Independent Speech-Language evaluations for the school year at the following rates: Dr. Lori Hanes, Pompton Plains, NJ Dr. Cheryl Kaplan, Denville, NJ $ per evaluation $ per evaluation 7. That the Board of Education approves the following Application for Use of Building: Girl Scouts NNJ 10/14, 10/15, 10/21, 10/22; 10/28, 10/29, 11/10, 11/11; 11/12, 11/17, 11/18 11/19/15 (4:30-5:30 pm) Cafeteria 8. That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: APPROVAL CHANGE ORDER FOR BURLEW MECHANICAL WHEREAS, Burlew Mechanical, was awarded the bid for the Unit Vent Replacement at the Haledon Elementary School, and WHEREAS, Burlew Mechanical submitted the following change order proposal which has been approved by the architect: CHANGE ORDER Number Description Amount Furnish and install a new 3 ton condenser $32, GC-01 with UV to serve room 127 TOTAL Change $32, AND WHEREAS this amount falls within the allowable contingency for this project NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board approves this change order and the contract amount is revised to reflect this change. 9. That the Board of Education approves the revised Form M-1 for the Comprehensive Maintenance Plan for the school year as shown under Exhibit E. MOTION carried upon roll call vote, 8-0 on Item 1 and Items 3-9. Roll call vote was on Item 2 (Mr. McCloskey abstained). NEW BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS Site locations: Veritans WPU doesn t own. We are trying to set up meeting.

9 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting October 6, 2015 Page 9 of 9 St. Paul s in Prospect Park is not available (currently in a lease). On WPU campus. Discussion of SRO: No reply from Mayor. Security Committee meeting to discuss. HEARING OF CITIZENS During this portion of the meeting, the residents are invited to address the Board with any questions, comments or concerns that may be in respect to the operation of their school. MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco to open the floor to the public, 7:44 p.m. Dr. Jean, parent, asked about the waiver for KG and why we are seeking it. Dr. Wanko replied we have no available space. Jeffrey Fischer, MRHS Board member, spoke of issue of no response from Mayor in regards to SRO--send letters to press and also look to reach out to Sheriff s department. Mr. Fischer reminded everyone NJSBA workshop is coming 254 programs are being run over the 3 days and the Board can also send your tech coordinator and facility director. Regarding enrollment, he asked if there is any thought of doing re-registration. MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco to close the floor to the public, 7:48 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION None. ADJOURN MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco, 7:49 p.m. to adjourn. Respectfully Submitted, John A. Serapiglia, Jr. Business Administrator/Board Secretary