MIDDLETOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT School Board Meeting October 28, :00 p.m. MINUTES

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1 MIDDLETOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT School Board Meeting October 28, :00 p.m. MINUTES Members in attendance were: Newton Davis, Gordon Einhorn, Melvin Fager, Terry Gilman, David John, Barbara Layne, and Pamela Price. Members not in attendance were: Sheila Evans and Michael Richards. Ms. Layne acknowledged that Mr. Richards was absent due to the scheduled outage at his employer, Three Mile Island. Staff/Public in attendance were: Dr. Lori Suski, Superintendent of Schools; Christine Mostoller, Assistant to the Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment; David Franklin, Assistant to the Superintendent for Finance and Operations/Board Secretary; Jodie Zorbaugh, Communications Specialist/Recording Secretary; Zach Kepler, Computer Technician; Marie Drazenovich, Director of Student Services; Heidi Zula, Director of Human Resources; Tom Shaffer, Earl Bright, Chelton Hunter, Administrators; Jodi Sessa, Amanda Henry, and Mary Barth, District Professional Staff; Mark Shipkowski, Megan Martz, Mimi Martz, John Martz, Chris Holloman, Christina Holloman, Asaad Hunter, Richard Barth, Jess Eckert, Rachel Rusnov, Camryn Shenk, Kimberly John, Mark Schopf, and Judi Little, Interested Students and Citizens; Daniel Walmer and Phyllis Zimmerman, Reporters. Call to Order Roll Call Ms. Layne called the meeting to order and asked those present to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent meditation. She also asked attendees to keep the Radabaugh family in their thoughts and prayers. Ms. Layne asked the Secretary, David Franklin, to call the roll. A quorum was present as noted above. Introduction of Meeting Guests and Presentations Student Comments Student Council: Dr. Suski introduced Student Council representatives to report on the activities of Student Council. The students announced a fundraiser for the Radabaugh family. Key Club: Dr. Suski introduced Jess Eckert and Rachel Rusnov. The students reported on the activities of Key Club.

2 Recognitions Dr. Suski introduced Christopher Holloman as the Student of the Month for October and Megan Martz as the Rotary Student of the Month for October. Christopher Holloman selected Amanda Henry as the educator who had most influenced his school career and Megan Martz selected Jodi Sessa as the educator who had most influenced her school career. The students and educators came forward to be congratulated by the Board members. Dr. Suski congratulated the following individuals for their accomplishments and presented them with certificates. 1. Gordon Einhorn - PSBA Certificate of Appreciation for 8 years of service as a School Director 2. Mary and Richard Barth Certificate of Achievement for their publication of a children's book, I See...A Red-Tailed Hawk 3. Earl Bright IV, Middletown Area Alumni Association President - Certificate of Appreciation for oversight of 50th Anniversary of Homecoming Presentations Mark Schopf and Judi Little from Guernsey Office Products presented the District with a rebate check for $1,200. The check represented the rebate for one quarter. Kimb John invited the public to attend the MAHS play Ten Little Dunces on November 15 or 16, Dr. Suski presented the School Performance Profile (SPP) for Fink Elementary, Kunkel Elementary and Reid Elementary. Dr. Suski noted that the SPP for school districts was published in the Patriot- News, but that it did not provide detailed information regarding each school s achievements. Dr. Suski noted that only the information for the three elementary schools is posted on the PDE website because the school district chose to suppress the data for the middle school and high school after being notified by PDE that the data for those schools may have errors. Dr. Suski said that the SPP information for these schools will be made public in January 2014 by PDE after data corrections have occurred. Dr. Suski explained what the SPP data represents and noted how it differed from the Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) data that was presented in previous years. Dr. Suski explained the Annual Measurable Objectives (AMO) and the goal of closing the achievement gap by one-half in a six-year period. Dr. Suski reviewed the methods that will be implemented in order to achieve this goal use of data to inform instruction, curriculum revisions to align to PA Core Standards, implementation of a new reading curriculum with an emphasis on writing and exploration of a new math curriculum. Dr. Suski noted that the administration is committed to

3 educational improvement. Public Comment Mark Shipkowski, 658 Hoffer St, Middletown, addressed the school board and asked that the soccer team be recognized for demonstrating pride. Secretary s Report Minutes Mr. John moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to approve the minutes of the September 23, 2013 School Board Meeting. The vote to Communications Mr. Franklin said the Board Committee Calendar for November 2013 was attached to the agenda and that changes to previously scheduled nights and times were in red. Treasurer s Report Bill Lists Mr. Einhorn moved and Mr. John seconded a motion to approve the Treasurer s Report for September 2013, as presented. The vote to (See Attachment) Mr. Einhorn moved and Mr. Fager seconded a motion to approve the "List of Paid Bills" with totals by fund, as detailed. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to 0. (See Attachment) Fund 10 - General Fund $657, Fund 32 - Capital Reserve Fund $0 Fund 39 - Capital Projects Fund $0 Fund 51 - Food Service Fund $2, Fund 59 - WMSS Radio Station Fund $39.04 Fund 72 - Expendable Trust Fund $0 Fund 74 - Nonexpendable Trust Fund $0 Fund 81 - Student Activities Fund $3, Mr. Einhorn moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to approve the "List of Unpaid Bills" with totals by fund, as detailed. The vote to (See Attachment) Fund 10 - General Fund $942, Fund 32 - Capital Reserve Fund $367, Fund 39 - Capital Projects Fund $0 Fund 51 - Food Service Fund $172, Fund 59 - WMSS Radio Station Fund $1, Fund 72 - Expendable Trust Fund $0 Fund 74 - Nonexpendable Trust Fund $0 Fund 81 - Student Activities Fund $8,822.51

4 Old Business Academic Affairs Committee Report Communications Curriculum Employment None Ms. Price reported for the Academic Affairs Committee. The Minutes from the October 8, 2013 Academic Affairs Committee Meeting were made available as an information item. Ms. Price moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the addition of an Advanced Chemistry Course to be delivered in hybrid form as an independent study to the High School course offerings. The vote to Ms. Price moved and Mr. Gilman seconded a motion to approve the employment of the following individuals as mentors. The vote to 1. Ms. Charlene Hurst as mentor to Ms. Laura Creek (High School Emotional Support Teacher) at a prorated stipend of $ Mrs. Heidi Tobias as mentor to Ms. Janelle Fenstermaker (High School Learning Support Teacher) at a stipend of $ Mrs. Jodi Neuschwander as mentor to Mrs. Jennifer Singer (School Nurse) at a stipend of $ Ms. Price moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to approve the employment of the individuals on the listing attached to the agenda as co-curricular personnel for the school year at the stipends listed. The vote to (See Attachment) Memorandums of Understanding Student Matters Policies Ms. Price moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Dauphin County Juvenile Probation and the District for the purpose of maintaining the physical security and safety of the schools in the District during the school year. The vote to Ms. Price moved and Mr. Fager seconded a motion to approve the Waiver of Expulsion Hearing Agreement for student # The vote to Ms. Price noted that revisions to Policy #916 (School Volunteers) were presented for first reading. Personnel Committee Mr. John reported for the Personnel Committee.

5 Report Communications Leave of Absence Requests Change of Employment Status Employment The Minutes from the October 8, 2013 Personnel Committee Meeting were made available as an information item. Mr. John moved and Mr. Gilman seconded a motion to approve leave without pay for Lisa Krepps on October 11, The vote to approve the motion was 7 to 0. Mr. John moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to approve the change of employment status of Wynette Kell from a Part-Time Non- Instructional Aide (Support Staff Range 6) to a Full-Time Life Skills/MDS Personal Care Assistant (Support Staff Range 5) at an hourly rate of $11.82 to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Kelley Clark effective October 7, The vote to Mr. John moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the employment of the individuals listed below, pending submission of all required clearances. The vote to 1. Andrea Wade as a Temporary Clerical Assistant at an hourly rate of $11.93 effective October 2, 2013 until eligible for employment with Substitute Teacher Service (STS). 2. Dianne Klinger-Witmer as a Part-Time Non-Instructional Aide at an hourly rate of $10.25 to fill a vacancy created by the transfer of Wynette Kell effective October 10, Operations Committee Report Communications Approvals Construction Projects Mr. Gilman reported for the Operations Committee. The Minutes from the October 10, 2013 Operations Committee Meeting were made available as an information item. Mr. Gilman moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to grant permission for Sunoco Pipeline LP and affiliates to survey and conduct a feasibility study on the District s parcel # The vote to Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to authorize the Superintendent to approve change orders in amounts up to $20,000 with official board action to occur at the next scheduled meeting in order to allow for project work to continue. The vote to

6 Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Fager seconded a motion to approve Change Order #2 of the contract with B. R. Kreider & Son, Inc. - rock trench excavation at High School Athletic Fields at a cost of $5, The vote to Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. John seconded a motion to contract with Jamco Products to provide quality control for the High School athletic fields project at a cost of $45 per hour for approximately 18 hours using Capital Reserve funds. The vote to Equipment Purchases Agreements Policies Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the equipment purchases listed below. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to Trane US, Inc. to provide and install replacement HVAC rooftop units for the Administration Building at a cost of $90,480 using TCPN pricing and Capital Reserve funds. 2. Douglas A. Shope to provide and install track gates at a cost of $1,775 using Capital Reserve funds. Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to approve an agreement with South Jersey Energy Company for the purchase of natural gas for the facilities on the transaction confirmation at the market rate for a term of 12 months effective November 11, The vote to Mr. Gilman moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to waive Policy #003 requiring a first reading and adopt revisions to Policy #810 (Transportation) without a first reading. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to 0. Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. John seconded a motion to adopt revisions to the appendices for Policy #707 (Use of Facilities). The vote to Use of Facilities Resolutions Mr. Gilman moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to approve the use of facilities on the listing attached to the agenda. The vote to Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to adopt a resolution authorizing a public hearing for the proposed new High School project and the advertisement of the Public Hearing Notice. The vote to

7 Athletic/Activities Committee Report Communications Resignations Employment Field Trips Mr. Gilman reported for the Athletics/Activities Committee. The Minutes from the October 10, 2013 Athletics/Activities Committee Meeting were made available as an information item. Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Fager seconded a motion to approve the resignations of the individuals listed below. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to Sergei Koreba, Head Boys' Varsity Soccer Coach, effective October 4, Khaled Alhaj, JV Boys' Soccer Coach, effective October 4, Mr. Gilman moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to approve the employment of the individuals or volunteers on the listings attached to the agenda as co-curricular and extra-curricular personnel for the school year at the stipends listed, pending submission of all required clearances. The vote to (See Attachment) Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. John seconded a motion to approve the following Youth & Government field trips with District vans being used for transportation. The vote to 1. Eastern Elections Convention on November 16, 2013 at Springfield High School 2. Pre-Model Legislature Convention on February 22, 2014 at Dickinson College 3. Model Legislature Convention on April 10-13, 2014 at the State Capitol Finance Committee Report Communications Approvals Agreements Mr. Einhorn reported for the Finance Committee. The minutes from the October 15, 2013 Finance Committee Meeting were made available as an information item. Mr. Einhorn moved and Mr. Gilman seconded a motion to approve a transfer of $2,870,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Reserve Fund in the June 30, 2013 financial statements for costs related to the High School project or other capital improvements. The vote to Mr. Einhorn moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the

8 agreements listed below required for the District to receive Access funding. The vote to 1. Agreement to Participate in the School-Based Administrative Claiming Program 2. Agreement to Participate in the School-Based Access Program Insurance Exonerations Mr. Einhorn moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to increase the amount of the District's fidelity bonds as listed below in accordance with the recommendation of the District solicitor. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to Board Secretary from $10,000 to $50,000 at a cost of $ Board Treasurer from $10,000 to $1,000,000 at a cost of $1, Tax Collector from $50,000 to $1,000,000 at a cost of $1,584 Mr. Einhorn moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to exonerate the 2013 real estate tax bills on the listing attached to the agenda for the reasons noted. The vote to (See Attachment) New Business Academic Affairs Committee Ms. Price moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the following contracts. The vote to 1. The Vista School to provide special education services during the school year for a student at a cost of $39,400 fully funded by the District. 2. The Arc of Dauphin County to provide the Learning for Life program for the school year at a cost of $37,500 for a group of five eligible special education students. Ms. Price moved and Mr. Gilman seconded a motion to approve the Letter of Agreement between Dauphin County Mental Health/ Intellectual Disabilities Program, Dauphin County Juvenile Probation and the District for the provision of student assistance program services for the school year. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to 0. Ms. Price moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to approve the Memorandums of Understanding listed below. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to Dauphin County Department of Social Services for Children and

9 Youth and the District for the provision of services to students who struggle with absenteeism through the County's School Outreach Services 2. Dauphin County Department of Drug and Alcohol Services and the District for the provision of services to students with drug, alcohol and tobacco problems 3. Capital Area Intermediate Unit to serve as the fiscal agent for the CAIU #15 Title III Consortium for the administration of Title III grant funds during the school year. Ms. Price moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the resignation of Steven Carson as the Human Services Pathway Co-Chair effective October 10, The vote to Ms. Price moved and Mr. John seconded a motion to approve the change of employment status of Amanda Henry from the Human Services Pathway Co-Chair to the Human Services Pathway Chair at a pro-rated additional stipend of $ effective October 11, 2013 due to the resignation of Steven Carson. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to 0. Personnel Committee Mr. John moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to approve the retirement of Rosemary Weirich, PIMS/Child Accounting Coordinator, effective January 2, The vote to Mr. John moved and Mr. Gilman seconded a motion to approve the resignations of the individuals listed below. The vote to approve the motion was 7 to Dianne Klinger-Witmer, Part-Time Non-Instructional Aide, effective October 21, Jamal Wells, In-School Suspension Monitor, effective October 25, Mr. John moved and Mr. Davis seconded a motion to approve the change of employment status of Amy Dintiman from Payroll/Benefits Accountant (Support Staff, Range 1) to Accounting Manager (Exempt Managerial Support Staff, Range 1) at an annual salary of $60,385 to fill a vacant position created by the retirement of Cindy Hendershott effective November 14, The vote to approve the motion was 7 to 0. Mr. John moved and Mr. Gilman seconded a motion to approve the

10 employment of the individuals listed below, pending submission of all required clearances. The vote to approve the motion was 6 to 0. Ms. Layne abstained from voting. 1. Brendon Parkhill as a Part-Time Courier/Van Driver at an hourly rate of $11.50 (MAESPA Driver, Step 1) to fill a vacant position created by the retirement of Jacob Burger effective October 29, Anna Smith as an Ophelia Assistant at an hourly rate of $20.00 effective October 29, Holly Hepner as a PATHS Assistant at an hourly rate of $20.00 effective October 29, Gail Jones as a PATHS Assistant at an hourly rate of $20.00 effective October 29, Donlynne Layne as a PATHS/Ophelia Assistant at an hourly rate of $20.00 effective October 29, Amy Sarson as a PATHS Assistant at an hourly rate of $20.00 effective October 29, Kim Schlicher as a PATHS/Ophelia Assistant at an hourly rate of $20.00 effective October 29, Catherine Judy as a Part-Time Non-Instructional Aide (Support Staff Range 6) at an hourly rate of $9.88 to fill a vacant position created by the resignation of Rosanna Zettlemoyer effective October 30, Cody Heitefuss as a College Technology Intern at an hourly rate of $7.25 effective November 4, Athletics/Activities Committee Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Fager seconded a motion to approve the employment of the individuals or volunteers on the listings attached to the agenda as co-curricular and extra-curricular personnel for the school year at the stipends listed, pending submission of all required clearances. The vote to (See Attachment) Mr. Gilman moved and Mr. Einhorn seconded a motion to approve a reciprocal agreement with Penn State Harrisburg to allow for Penn State's use of the District's track and field facilities during the academic year and for the District's use of Penn State's tennis courts during the High School construction period at no charge to either party. The vote to Representatives Capital Area Intermediate Unit Ms. Layne said she was unable to attend the last meeting due to illness.

11 Dauphin County Technical School Dauphin County Tax Collection Committee Harrisburg Area Community College Olmsted Regional Recreation Board PSBA Liaison Superintendent s Report Mr. Davis reported that DCTS Blast gives a good summary of last month s happenings. Mr. Franklin reported there was no meeting in the last month. Ms. Layne reported that delegates will meet on Wednesday and haven t met in the past six months. Ms. Layne reported that registration is starting this evening and continuing this week for the basketball program. Ms. Layne said that the coaches are excited to start the program and that Mr. Sattele has been especially helpful with this feeder program for the high school and is investing in the youth. Mr. John said that he and Mr. Franklin attended the PSBA Delegate Assembly. Mr. John reminded board members that they will no longer receive the PSBA biweekly publication since there has been a switch to an format. Mr. John commented that he believes that the new PSBA Director, Nathan Mains, will do a good job. Dr. Suski extended thoughts and concern for the Radabaugh family and expressed appreciation for the community s support for the family. Dr. Suski highlighted some upcoming dates the first marking period ends on Thursday, the Blue Wave Marching Band will be competing Saturday, the High School Chorus will present an Evening in Paris on November 7, the MAMS Veterans Program will be held on November 8, the elementary schools will dismiss early on November 8, schools will not be in session on November 11, report cards will be issued during parent conferences at the elementary level and on November 8 for secondary students, the fall play, Ten Little Dunces will be held on November 15 and 16, and the Junior class will participate in Shadow Day on November 21. Roundtable Mr. Gilman thanked Mr. Bright for his work to make Homecoming a successful day and thanked the three elementary principals for their dedication in seeking academic achievement. Mr. Gilman also thanked Mark Shipkowski for coaching the soccer team after the resignation of the coaches. Ms. Price echoed the comments of Mr. Gilman and extended concern for the Radabaugh family.

12 Mr. Davis echoed the comments of the other board members, thanked the principals and thanked Mark Shipkowski. Mr. Davis acknowledged that his son appreciated Mark when he coached him in soccer. Mr. Davis thanked Dr. Suski for the SPP presentation. Mr. Fager echoed the comments of the others, thanked Mr. Bright for his work on Homecoming, and expressed congratulations to the students recognized this month. Mr. Einhorn thanked the Shipkowskis for their coaching of the soccer team. Mr. Einhorn reminded those present about Election day next week. Mr. John congratulated the Barths about their authorship of the children s book and encouraged those present to attend the fall play. Mr. John thanked Ms. Drazenovich and Mrs. Mostoller for their role in working with curriculum. Ms. Layne echoed her colleagues. Ms. Layne thanked the elementary principals for their leadership. Ms. Layne thanked the Shipkowskis for coaching soccer. Ms. Layne thanked Dr. Suski for the SPP presentation. Ms. Layne said that she hoped that the public understands that under Dr. Suski s leadership the District is making great strides. Adjournment / Executive Session Mr. Gilman moved and Ms. Price seconded a motion to adjourn. The vote to The meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m. Ms. Layne stated that the board would be meeting in Executive session to discuss personnel matters. ATTEST: David A. Franklin, Board Secretary