HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION HALEDON, NJ

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1 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION HALEDON, NJ MINUTES REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, :00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Kaslander. 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: Also Present: Mr. Batelli, Mrs. Fischer, Ms. Fusco, Mr. Hicks, Mrs. Martin, Mr. McCloskey, Ms. Rolón, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Kaslander Dr. Wanko, Interim Superintendent, Mr. Serapiglia, Business Administrator/Board Secretary; Mr. Parkes, Principal; Ms. Barnhill, Vice Principal CORRESPONDENCE MOTION by Mr. Hicks, seconded by Ms. Fusco that the Board of Education accepts the following correspondence: Letter of Resignation Roger Schneider, Social Studies Teacher Letter of Resignation Aura Monasterio, Caregiver Letter of Resignation Elisha Wilson, Instructional Aide Letter of Resignation Bryan Press, Instructional Aide Letter Declining Employment Abigail O Connell, Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher

2 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 2 of 13 MOTION carried unanimously upon roll call vote, 9-0. PRESENTATION None. APPROVAL OF PRIOR MINUTES MOTION by Mr. Batelli, seconded by Mr. Hicks that the Board of Education approves the following minutes: Regular Meeting August 19, 2014 Executive Session August 19, 2014 MOTION carried upon roll call vote, (Mrs. Fischer, Mr. McCloskey, Ms. Rolón, Mrs. Smith 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 Mrs. Smith to open the floor to the public, 7:02 p.m. None. MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco to close the floor to the public, 7:02 p.m. MOTION passed by voice vote, 9-0. REPORTS President s Report Mr. Kaslander stated he is glad to see County meetings being scheduled. Superintendent s Report Dr. Wanko reported the first days of school were a success. The staff did a great job welcoming the students back and preparing them for a successful school year. The summer preparation by the main office staff and maintenance team was exceptional. He visited several classrooms and spoke with the children. He also called a random selection of homes at the end of the day to inquire about the first day of school. All reports were positive. Grade level assemblies were held to express the high expectations of the administration. The students came to school well prepared and eager to learn. The first fire drill of the school year was executed with success. The roof repairs have continued each day. The piles of supplies were moved to the opposite side of the building before school started. The anticipated completion date is still about October 15. The school will start an implementation of an educational data analysis system called edoctrina over the next three years. This will allow staff to assess the progress of each student on a weekly basis. Interventions for the students will then be provided and lessons will be planned based on data. The first supervisor training will occur on September Also, a full staff training will occur on the October 13 Professional Development day. There will be follow up webinar trainings and customer support available.

3 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 3 of 13 Business Administrator/Board Secretary Report Mr. Serapiglia reported the personnel resolutions from the last meeting must be approved again. Mr. Serapiglia gave an update on projects: gates installed and need to be programmed; cameras ordered and need to be installed; boiler is 90 percent complete and should be at punch list within two weeks. Personnel Report Mrs. Smith, Chairperson; Mrs. Fischer, Ms. Fusco Agenda items only. Finance Report Mr. Batelli, Chairperson; Mr. Hicks, Mr. McCloskey A short meeting was held to sign bills. Curriculum Report Mrs. Fischer, Chairperson; Mrs. Smith, Mr. McCloskey A meeting was held to discuss board goals. Policy Report Ms. Rolón, Chairperson; Mr. Batelli, Mrs. Martin None. State and County Report A meeting is scheduled for next Monday. Board Attorney s Report None. Personnel and Management Committee (Mrs. Smith, Chairperson; Mrs. Fischer, Ms. Fusco) MOTION by Mrs. Smith, seconded by Mr. Hicks that the Board of Education approves Items 1-42 and removes Item 2: 1. That the Board of Education accepts, with regret, the resignation of Roger Schneider, Middle School Social Studies Teacher, effective retroactively to July 22, REMOVED. 3. That the Board of Education rescinds approval of the following unpaid Rutgers Social Work Intern, previously approved July 22, 2014: Brittany Ritterman 4. That the Board of Education rescinds the appointment of the following personnel: Name Position Previously Approved Date Christine Ferraioli Special Education Teacher June 24, 2014 Nyema Reyes School Nurse June 10, That the Board of Education approves movement on the guide for the following certificated personnel for the school year effective September 1, 2014: Name Step On Guide Salary From To From To Christina Martelo BA+15/Step 6 MA/Step 6 $55,005 *$56,605 * pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education

4 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 4 of That the Board of Education approves the following Resolution: WHEREAS, the Board previously granted Jennifer Pulizzano ( Pulizzano ) the use of sick leave from June 3, 2014 through June 25, 2014, in connection with the anticipated birth of her son; and WHEREAS, Pulizzano gave birth to her son on June 11, 2014; and WHEREAS, Pulizzano has requested twelve weeks of leave under the Family Medical Leave Act ( FMLA ) and the New Jersey Family Leave Act ( NJFLA ) for child-rearing purposes. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Pulizzano be granted twelve weeks of leave under the FMLA and the NJFLA for child-rearing purposes, which shall commence on September 2, 2014 and end on November 21, 2014, and which shall be without pay but with a continuation of medical benefits; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED Pulizzano shall be expected to return to work on November 24, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following personnel and authorizes the salary listed below, upon completion of criminal history background check, for the school year: Name Position Degree / Step Salary Replacement for: Linda Mikulka Teacher of Language Arts/BSI MA/1 *$54,030 Tina Lanciotti * pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education 8. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher and authorizes the salary listed below, upon completion of criminal history background check, without benefits, from September 1, 2014 through November 21, 2014: Name Position Degree / Step Salary Replacement for: Abby McBride Grade 2 MLR Teacher MA/1 *$54,030 prorated Jennifer Pulizzano *pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education 9. That the Board of Education approves creation of the following positions for the school year. Position Created Number of Positions Classroom Instructional Aide One 1:1 Aide One 10. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following 1:1 Aide, upon completion of criminal history background check, for the school year:

5 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 5 of 13 Name Step Hourly Rate Hrs. / Day Days Per Year Annual Salary Lauren Mestell 2 $ $12, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following Contractual Leave Replacement Teacher and authorizes the salary listed below, upon completion of criminal history background check, without benefits, for the school year: Name Position Degree / Step Salary Replacement for: Hendi Cumberton Grade 5 Leave Replacement BA/1 *$50,830 Carmela Triglia *pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education 12. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following personnel and authorizes the salary listed below, upon completion of the criminal history background check through June 30, 2015: James Queli Vice Principal of Student Affairs $102,000 prorated to start date 13. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the REVISED Salary Guides for Instructional Aides/Caregivers and Cafeteria/Playground Aides as shown under Exhibit A. 14. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the following revised rates for Cafeteria/Playground Aides appointed for the school year: Name Step Hourly Rate Hrs. Per Day Days Per Year Annual Salary Shirley Schopperth C $ $8,629 Lillian Turkousky C $ $6, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the following revised rate for Lead Caregiver, After School Program, appointed for the school year: Name Step Hourly Rate Hours Geraldine Pacelli D $17.85 Not to exceed 25 hrs./wk. (Lead Caregiver) 16. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the following revised rate for Instructional Aides appointed for the school year: Name Step Hourly Rate Hrs. / Day Days Per Year Annual Salary Deborah Zizzo D $21,233 Vincenza Porporino D $21, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, rescinds appointment of the following certificated staff effective immediately due to acceptance of a supervisor/director position:

6 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 6 of 13 Last Name First Name Degree *Step* *Salary * Territo Jeffrey MA 5 $ 56, That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Haledon Board of Education (hereinafter referred to as the "Board") appoints Jeffrey Territo as Supervisor of Instruction/Director of After-Care Services for the Haledon School District for the period from on or about September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board approves the Employment Agreement with Jeffrey Territo for the position of Supervisor of Instruction/Director of After-Care Services for the foregoing period of appointment, which Employment Agreement is attached to this Resolution and made a part hereof (Exhibit B). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board hereby authorizes the Board President and the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to execute, on behalf of the Board, the Employment Agreement by and between the Board and Jeffrey Territo. 19. That the Board of Education accepts, with regret, the resignation of Elisha Wilson, Instructional Aide, effective immediately. 20. REMOVED. 21. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following personnel at the salary listed, upon completion of the criminal history background check, for the school year: Name Position Degree / Step Salary Jessica Pounds Behavioral Disabilities Teacher BA/1 *$50,830 *pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education 22. That the Board of Education accepts, with regret, the resignation of Aura Monasterio, Caregiver, After School Program, effective August 8, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following Caregivers in the Aftercare Service Program, upon completion of the criminal history background check, effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 (contingent upon enrollment): Name Step Hourly Rate Hours Jacqueline Diaz 1 $9.70 Not to exceed 15 hours per week Beatriz Lorenzo 1 $9.70 Not to exceed 15 hours per week Quilvio Munoz II 1 $9.70 Not to exceed 15 hours per week 24. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following personnel and authorizes the salary listed, upon completion of criminal history background check, for the school year:

7 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 7 of 13 Name Position Salary Replacing Artur Malo Custodian $24,970 (prorated to start date) Alfed Yetta 25. That the Board of Education approves the lists of current substitutes through Passaic County Educational Services Commission for the school year, from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015, as shown under Exhibit C. 26. That the Board of Education approves the substitute nurse pay rate of $ per day and the substitute teacher pay rate of $ per day effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following Cafeteria/Playground Aide, upon completion of criminal history background check, for the school year: Name Step Hourly Rate Hrs. Per Day Days Per Year Annual Salary Replacing: Halen Begum 1 $ $3,672 Marlene Mazzoni 28. That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: RESOLVED that Juliann Meletta ( Meletta ) be granted paid sick leave from September 2, 2014 through September 12, 2014, in connection with the birth of her child on July 18, During this period, Meletta will use nine (9) accumulated sick days. RESOLVED that Meletta be granted a child-rearing leave of absence under the Family Medical Leave Act and the New Jersey Family Leave Act, which shall begin on September 15, 2014 and end December 5, This statutory leave shall be without pay but with a continuation of medical benefits. 29 That the Board of Education approves the Substitute Teacher Registry Agreement through the Passaic County Educational Services Commission effective September 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 in the sum of $9, That the Board of Education approves movement on the guide for the following certificated personnel for the school year effective September 1, 2014: Name Step On Guide Salary From To From To Lisa Dispenza MA/Step 9 MA+15/Step 9 $62,860 *$64,460 * pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education 31. That That the Board of Education accepts, with regret, the resignation of Bryan Press, Instructional Aide, effective August 25, That the Board of Education rescinds the appointment of Abigail O Connell, Special Education Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher, previously appointed on June 24, 2014, effective immediately.

8 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 8 of That the Board of Education rescinds the appointment of the following personnel previously appointed on June 10, 2014: Dana Przychodzki Instructional Aide 34. That Board of Education approves movement on the guide for the following certificated personnel for the school year effective September 1, 2014: Name Step On Guide Salary From To From To Colleen Dorn BA+15/Step 5 MA/Step 5 $54,420 *$ * pending ratification of HEA Agreement with Board of Education 35. That the Board of Education approves the following salaries to be charged to the Early Child Program Aid for the school year (teacher salaries to be readjusted once contract is settled): Charged to Christina Bonicioli $66,060(100% salary) Kimberly Buckworth $55,520 (100% salary) Kimberly Burian $50,830 (100% salary) Carol Ann Benson $6,215 (10% salary) Christine Frontino Habrahamshon $8,233 (10% salary) David Pucilowski $27,760 (50% salary) Kathleen Boyle Ceneitta Khadaroo Rachael Provenzale Monica Costello Charged to $$19,924 (100% salary) $21,173 (100% salary) $12,014 (100% salary) Charged to $8,037 (10% salary) Charged to Emilio Turano $22,455 (80% salary) 36. That Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, approves the revised salary of the following personnel for the period of September 1, 2014 through November 21, 2014 (without benefits): Name Position Degree / Step Salary Replacement for: Abby McBride Grade 2 Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher MA+30/Step 1 *$57,230 prorated Jennifer Pulizzano *pending ratification of HEA Agreement 37. That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: WHEREAS, Josephine Shearer, School Nurse, initially employed during the School Year has met the necessary statutory requirements during the school

9 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 9 of 13 year, the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, grants tenure to Ms. Shearer effective October 18, That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following classroom aide, replacing Bryan Press, and authorizes the salary listed below, upon completion of criminal history background check, for the school year: Name Step Hourly Rate Hrs. / Day Days Per Year Annual Salary Jeffrey Bogdan 1 $ $11, That the Board of Education approves creation of a special education 1:1 Aide position, per IEP requirements, for the school year. 40. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, appoints the following 1:1 Aide, for student #5281, and authorizes the salary listed below, upon completion of criminal history background check, for the school year: Name Step Hourly Rate Hrs. / Day Days Per Year Annual Salary Rita Castillo 1 $ $11, That the Board of Education retroactively terminates the employment of Tatiana Ezmat, Caregiver, due to abandonment of position effective September 1, That the Board of Education approves the list of new substitutes through Passaic County Educational Services Commission for the school year from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 as shown under Exhibit F. MOTION carried upon roll call vote, 9-0 on Items 1-11, 13-17, 19-34, and 36-41; Roll Call vote was on Items 12, 18, 35 (Mr. Batelli abstained) and Item 42 (Mrs. Fischer abstained). Curriculum & Technology Committee (Ellen Fischer, Chairperson; Mrs. Smith, Mr. McCloskey) MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco that the Board of Education approves Items 1-7: 1. 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,

10 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 10 of 13 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 Annette Hartman How to Manage AP, Saddle Brook, NJ $ /9/14 Noelle Snyder NJ Dept. of Agriculture/Child Nutrition, Parsippany, NJ N/A None 9/24/14 James Queli NJ Dept. of Agriculture, Child Nutrition, Parsippany, NJ $ /24/14 2. That the Board of Education approves the Focal Point Memorandum of Understanding to provide training and coaching on the Focal Point System of Principal Practice Evaluation as shown under Exhibit D. 3. That the Board of Education approves the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Haledon Board of Education is required pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12 to adopt policy and approve travel expenditures by district employees and board members using local, State, or Federal funds to ensure that travel is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent; and WHEREAS, the board of education has determined that the training and informational programs sponsored by New Jersey School Boards Association and set forth below are directly related to and within the scope of board members duties; and WHEREAS, the board of education has determined that the training and informational programs sponsored by New Jersey School Boards Association and set forth below are directly related to and within the scope of the listed job title s current responsibilities and the board s professional development plan; and WHEREAS, the board of education has determined that participation in the New Jersey School Boards Association training and informational programs requires school district travel expenditures and that this travel is critical to the instructional needs of the district and/or furthers the efficient operation of the district; and WHEREAS, the board of education has determined that the school district travel expenditures to New Jersey School Boards Association programs are in compliance with State travel guidelines as established by the Department of the Treasury and with the guidelines established by the federal Office of Management and Budget; except as superseded by conflicting provisions of Title 18A of the New Jersey Statutes; and WHEREAS, the board of education finds that a mileage reimbursement rate of $.31 per mile is a reasonable rate; and WHEREAS, the board of education has determined that participation in the New Jersey School Boards Association training and informational programs is in compliance with the district policy on travel; therefore be it RESOLVED, that the board of education hereby approves the attendance of school board members at the listed New Jersey School Boards Association training and informational programs, and the costs of attendance including all registration fees, and

11 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 11 of 13 statutorily authorized travel expenditures, provided that such expenditures are within the annual maximum travel expenditure amount; and, be it further RESOLVED, that the Haledon Board of Education authorizes in advance, as required by statute, attendance at the following New Jersey School Boards Association training programs and informational events as listed: Program Date BOE Members Event Cost Passaic & Bergen Joint Negotiations 9/15/14 9 Board Members $6.16/person Meeting, Hackensack, NJ mileage only 4. That the Board of Education approves High Impact Youth Training Solutions, LLC to present the following assemblies to students in Grades 5-8 and HIB training to staff: Digital Citizenship Seminar Grades 5 and 6 $ Internet Safety & Bullying Grades 7 and 8 $ HIB & Technology Update $ Multi Booking Discount $ Total $2, That the Board of Education accepts the Board Goals as shown under Exhibit E. 6. That the Board of Education approves the revised date of attendance for the following employee at a professional workshop (previously approved on August 19, 2014): NAME WORKSHOP From To Annette Hartman MS Excel Basics, Parsippany 9/24/14 9/18/14 7. That the Board of Education approves the School Self-Assessment for Determining Grades under the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 as shown under Exhibit G. MOTION carried upon roll call vote, 9-0 on Items 2-7; Roll Call vote was on Item 1 (Mr. Batelli abstained). Policy Committee (Crystal Rolón, Chairperson; Mr. Batelli, Mrs. Martin) Finance & Physical Plant Committee (Mr. Batelli, Chairperson; Mr. Hicks, Mr. McCloskey) MOTION by Mr. Batelli, seconded by Mr. Hicks that the Board of Education approves Items 1-5: 1. That the Board of Education approves the purchase of Meraki 25 Cloud managed AP, components and warranty through CDW-G utilizing MRESC State Approved Co-op #65MCESCCPS 13/14-04 for $23, That the Board of Education retroactively approves the Transportation contract with Passaic County Educational Services Commission for two out-of-district students in the sum of $24, as follows:

12 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 12 of 13 Route # School Contractor # Students Cost Surcharge 7129 Windsor Learning Ctr A-1 Elegant Tours 2 $23, $ That the Board of Education approves the Transportation contract with Passaic County Educational Services Commission for three out-of-district students in the sum of $51,886.54, as follows: Route # School Contractor # Students Cost Surcharge 8009 Children s Institute Rudco, Inc. 1 $17, $ Forum School Scholastic Bus 1 $10, $ PCCP Center D&M Tours 1 $22, $ That the Board of Education moves the bills for September 9, 2014 be approved as presented: 5. That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Business Administrator/Board Secretary, accepts the Maschio s Food Service Report for the month of July 2014 which shows a monthly income of $ and a yearly income of $ as shown under Exhibit H. MOTION carried upon roll call vote, 9-0 on Items 1-4; Roll Call vote was on Item 5 (Mr. McCloskey abstained). NEW BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS The Board discussed a uniform committee. AD HOC UNIFORM COMMITTEE MOTION by Ms. Rolón, seconded by Ms. Fusco to appoint Ms. Rolón, Mr. Hicks, and Ms. Fusco to ad hoc uniform committee. MOTION carried unanimously upon roll call vote, 9-0. HEARING OF CITIZENS General Fund $536, Special Revenue Fund $15, Construction Project Fund $4, Debt Service Fund $0 Enterprise Fund $1, Payroll Fund 8/27/14 $57, Total for Approval $615, 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.

13 HALEDON BOARD OF EDUCATION Minutes Regular Meeting September 9, 2014 Page 13 of 13 MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Mrs. Smith to open the floor to the public, 7:11 p.m. None. MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco to close the floor to the public, 7:11 p.m. MOTION carried unanimously upon voice vote, 9-0. EXECUTIVE SESSION MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco to go into Executive Session for a negotiations update, 7:11 p.m. MOTION carried upon voice vote, 9-0. The Board reconvened into regular meeting at 7:33 p.m. ADJOURN MOTION by Mrs. Fischer, seconded by Ms. Fusco, to adjourn 7:33 p.m. MOTION carried upon voice vote, 7-0. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: John Serapiglia Business Administrator/Board Secretary