SUSQUENITA SCHOOL DISTRICT

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1 SUSQUENITA SCHOOL DISTRICT Regular School Board Meeting November 13, :00 p.m. High School LGI MINUTES ATTENDANCE Members of the Board Kent R. Smith (Superintendent), Phillip C. Lehman (Vice President), Stephanie Droman, Donald D. Kauffman, Tina M. Kelly, Heather A. Rudy, Stephen Smith, and Robert F. Staver. Dan Altland (Solicitor) and Shannon E. Reed (Secretary) District Representatives Scott Acri, Roger D. Carl, Craig L. Funk, Craig A. Gilbert, Rebecca L. Lorfink, Mark W. Maldet, Christine L. Matash, and William Quigley. Members of the Public Dennean Bressi, Richard Knepp, John Rubisch, Jim Ryan, Brittany Sanchez, and James White. CALL TO ORDER Mrs. Lehman, presiding, called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m. An Executive Session was held in advance of this meeting to discuss personnel, contract, and/or legal matters. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE At this time, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. AGENDA A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to adopt the Agenda with the following motion: MOTION to approve the resignation of James O. Dersham, from the position of Maintenance Mechanic (8.0 hour/260 day) Level II, effective November 23, There were no questions or comments. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY There were no public comments at this time.

2 MINUTES A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the October 9, 2018 Board Meeting Minutes. There were no questions or comments. PRESENTATIONS A. Student Representative Report - Mr. Whitehead-Zimmers Mr. Whitehead Zimmers provided an update on the end of the fall athletics season, the PA Math League Competition, and the PPL Think Energy presentation held at SHS on October 30. Mr. Whitehead-Zimmes will be performing with the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra next Saturday. B. Career Pathways Framework - Superintendent Smith Superintendent Smith provided an update on Intermediate Unit 15 s initial discussions about a potential Capital Region Career Pathways Framework. DISCUSSION Proposed 2019/2020 Academic Calendar - Superintendent Smith The Board developed a Proposed 2019/2020 Academic Calendar, which will be presented to the Board for approval at the January Board Meeting. FINANCE A. Treasurer s Reports September 30, 2018 Treasurer s Reports were distributed to the Board for review in advance of the meeting. There were no questions or comments. B. Payment of Orders A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the Payment of Orders: 1) General Fund Check Summary - $435, ) Insurance Checks & Wire Transfers - $289, ) General Fund Prepaid - $120, C. Budget Transfers A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the General Fund Budget transfers for the fiscal year ending June 30, PERSONNEL A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly to approve the following personnel matters:

3 A. Personnel Requiring Multiple Actions 1) Julie A. Keene a. Employment as a High Risk Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day) at $9.50 per hour effective October 18, b. Resignation from the position of High Risk Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day) at $9.50 per hour effective November 6, ) Tiffany Mullen a. Change of status from Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day) at $8.50 per hour to High Risk Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day) at $9.50 per hour, effective October 18, b. Change of pay rate as a High Risk Instructional Aide (6.0 hour/182 day) from $9.50 per hour to $10.00 per hour, effective October 23, This change of status is due to obtaining highly qualified status. 3) Cherie L. Williams a. Change of status from Bachelor s, Step 7, at $49,533.00, to Master s, Step 7, at $51,784.00, effective October 16, b. Resignation from the position of Special Education Teacher effective October 18, 2018 or not more than sixty (60) days from the receipt of resignation (approximately December 17, 2018). B. Termination - Brandt J. Wagner, from the position of High Risk Personal Care Assistant (6.0 hour/182 day), effective November 5, C. Retirement - Russell W. Wallace, resignation with the intent to retire from the position of Alternative Education/ISS High Risk instructional Aide (7.0 hour/182 day), effective at the conclusion of the school year. [SHS] D. Employment - 1) Benjamin J. Carraher of New Buffalo, as a Music Teacher (Masters, Step 5) at $48,434.00, effective January 16, SHS; Mr. Carraher will replace Mr. Charowsky who will transfer to the Middle School to replace Mr. Smith who is retiring in January ) Rashell M. Bowman of Halifax as a School Nurse at Bachelor Step 1 at $44,983.00, effective tentatively January 14, E. Creation of a Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds position : 1) Addition of the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds position to the Support and Classified Support Personnel Assignment and Salary Chart. 2) Terms of Employment for Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds. 3) Change of Status for Craig A. Gilbert from Energy and Mechanical Systems Specialist (8.0 hour/260 day) to Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds (8.0 hour/260 day) effective November 13, 2018 with no change in salary.

4 F. Leave of Absence - Kyla A. Falzarano, Family Medical Leave tentatively from January 17, 2019 through April 10, G. Substitute Personnel 1) Support Staff - Katie Pack of Duncannon. 2) Guest Teachers a. Christian Baldwin of Duncannon. b. Jeffrey Fortenbaugh of Newport c. Melissa Fuller of Elliottsburg. d. Todd Mullen of Harrisburg. e. Susan Washinger of Marysville. f. Amy Zimmers of Marysville. H. Co-Curricular Assignments - Salaries per the Negotiated Agreement. 1) Makeup Advisors (Play) - Maria C. Petro & Kathy J. Kisner To share position and salary. 2) Makeup Advisors (Musical) - Maria C. Petro & Kathy J. Kisner To share position and salary. I. Athletic Coach Resignations 1) Howard Woodruff, from the position of Head Coach Boys Soccer, effective November 1, ) Derek Bauer, from the position of Head JV Coach, Baseball, effective November 7, J. Authorization to Commit Employment - The Administration may commit employment of appropriate candidates for vacancies to be filled prior to the December 2018 Board Meeting. A complete list will be provided at the December Board Meeting. K. Resignation of James O. Dersham, from the position of Maintenance Mechanic (8.0 hour/260 day) Level II, effective November 23, INDEPENDENT ATHLETES A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly,,to approve the following independent swimmers, to be coached by Deborah Houser and Amy Reed: A. Colby Houser B. Kendra Masser C. Emma Reed D. Carmichael Sherwood E. Michael Singley F. Elona Wimett

5 CONTRACTS A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the following contract: A. Edwin L. Heim Company (Remote Operators for Main Circuit Breakers) 1) Short Circuit and Coordination Study/Arc Flash Risk Analysis at all District buildings, to include up to 270 electrical busses, for a total of $34, ) Installation of remote operator panel for the Elementary and High School main circuit breakers, for a cost not to exceed $44, ($22, for each building). 3) Replacement of the existing Middle School main circuit breaker and installation of a remote operator panel, for a cost not to exceed $71, A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the following contract: B. Nagle Athletic Surfaces - for installation of a new High School Track, Javelin Runway, and High Jump area, for a cost not to exceed $264, This cost includes removal and disposal of existing surfaces. A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the following contract: C. New Story (Amendment to Current Contract) - Tuition for one (1) student at a daily rate of $275.00, from October 29, 2018 through June 6, 2019, or the final student day of the school year. BOARD POLICIES A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the first reading of the following Board Policies: A Employment of District Staff B Conduct/ Disciplinary Procedures C Outside Activities D Gifts E District Audit F GASB Statement

6 A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the second reading of the following Board Policies: A Assessment System B Homework C. 130R - Homework Guidelines D Purchases Not Budgeted E Cooperative Purchasing F Travel Reimbursement Mr. Staver voted no to 130R - Homework Guidelines. With the exception of Mr. Staver s no vote, all members voted in the affirmative. MEETING SCHEDULE The meeting schedule was distributed to members of the Board. FIELD TRIP A MOTION was made by Mr. Kauffman, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to approve the 2019 Class Trip to Williamsburg, VA, to visit Busch Gardens from Friday, May 17, to Saturday, May, 18, All members voted in the affirmative. INFORMATION The following information items were distributed to the Board for review: A. Disposition Items - 1) SHS Office - Handheld steamer 2) SHS Storage (1 of 2) - Televisions (2), desks (2), wrestling shoe mat 3) SHS Storage (2 of 2) - Sand table B. Field Trip - West Side Singers Field Trip to Boston, MA, to adjudicate and experience the musical culture, from April 25-April 28, COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Facilities Committee Superintendent Smith reported that the next Facilities Committee is scheduled for tomorrow, November 14th at 10:00 AM (DO Conference Room). The committee will continue to review need across the District both present and future. B. Policy Review Committee The next Policy Review Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 23, 6:00 p.m. in Middle school room 133

7 At that time we will be reviewing policies Student Records Personnel Files Job Related Expenses Personal Necessity Leave Vacation Taxable Fringe Benefit ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Mr. Acri congratulated the Field Hockey team on making it to the PIAA A State Tournament. Mr. Quigley reported that the 5th grade class will be visiting the Penn State Harrisburg campus on December 4. The Middle School Band and Chorus Concert will be held December 11. Mr. Funk reported that Mr. Knepp and several students hosted a water stand at the Harrisburg Marathon. He also reported that the National Honor Society has coordinated the provisions of Thanksgiving Meals for several local families in need. The Fall Play will be held on November 30 and December 1, 7:00 p.m. at the High School. Dr. Lorfink reported that the Mayor of Duncannon visited 3rd grade students as part of a lesson on local government. As part of Veteran s Day activities, students wrote letters to soldiers serving overseas. Mr. Gilbert thanked the Board for their continued support of the District. BOARD REPORTS Mr. Kauffman expressed his appreciation for the staff and students who participated in lining the District s drive with American flags in honor of Veteran's Day. Each flag included the name of a local veteran. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Knepp thanked the Board for approving the proposal to refinish the District s track. Mr. White of Duncannon asked the Board to reconsider his request to relocate his children s bus stop to a location which has been deemed unsafe by the administration, in accordance with the District Solicitor and Rohrer Bus Company. EXECUTIVE SESSION A MOTION was made by Dr. Jones, and seconded by Mrs. Kelly, to enter into Executive Session at 8:38.Following Executive Session, at 8:41 p.m., the Board reconvened and briefly addressed Mr White. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a MOTION was made by Dr. Jones, and seconded by Mr. Kauffman, to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 p.m. A PPROVED