BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS

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1 BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN MINUTES OF THE REORGANIZATION MEETING, 6:00 PM Board of Education Offices Auditorium 327 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, New Jersey The Reorganization Meeting of the Board of Education was held this day in the Auditorium at 327 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, New Jersey. Board Secretary John Susino called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Mr. Susino conducted a Roll Call of the members present: Present at Roll Call Absent at Roll Call, Interim Eecutive County Superintendent Also in Attendance Howard Lerner, Ed.D., Superintendent Andrea Sheridan, Assistant Superintendent of Schools Richard Panicucci, Assistant Superintendent of Schools John Susino, Board Secretary/School Business Administrator William Soukas, Esq., Board Attorney Gary Hall, Coordinator of Human Resources Ava Miller, Assistant Board Secretary All present pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Board Secretary John Susino read the following Open Public Meeting Statement: The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of the public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this act, the Board of Vocational Education in the County of Bergen has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time, and place thereof posted on a bulletin board, prominently displayed in this school, to all board members, and the following: County Clerk Clerk of the Board of Chosen Freeholders The Record Herald News The district is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

2 Mr. Susino introduced Superintendent Howard Lerner to initiate the presentations for the meeting: Page 2 1. The Board of Education recognized the retirement of Patricia Carroll, Ph.D. On behalf of the Board, read the following statement. For over 28 years, Dr. Patricia Carroll dedicated herself to the Bergen County Technical High School where she has served on the Hackensack, Paramus and Teterboro Campuses as a School Psychologist. A highly intelligent, compassionate individual with a strong commitment to students, Patricia is dedicated and committed to ensuring that educational opportunities eist for all. She is passionate about meeting the needs of her students, both emotionally and academically, and willing to go above and beyond. Dr. Carroll is a highly respected, competent individual who always has a pleasant demeanor. She is held in high regard and is always willing to help someone with questions. Patricia is an integral part of the Technical Schools community and will be missed by all. The Board of Education and administration wish Patricia the best of health, happiness and a relaing future as she begins her new journey. 2. Richard Panicucci, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, presented to the Board the Student Learning Outcomes. Please see attached PowerPoint presentation. 3. District Supervisor Patricia Cosgrove reported on District s activities for the Week of Violence and Vandalism Awareness. Ms. Cosgrove also presented the yearly EVVRS report, as well as the District s HIB and ITT reports. Please see attached presentation. Board Secretary Susino entertained a motion for nominations for the position of Board President. Dr. William Meisner nominated Jason Kim and seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken and all trustees present elected unanimously. The meeting was turned over to Board President Elect Kim who called for a motion to nominate a Board Vice President. Ms. LaTesta nominated Dr. William Meisner and seconded the motion. A roll call was taken and all trustees present elected unanimously.

3 Page 3 A motion was introduced by, second by Ms. LaTesta, for the appointment of Professional Board Staff for the school year as follows: Treasurer of School Monies: Eternal Auditor: Attorney: Joseph Luppino, County Treasurer Lerch, Vinci & Higgins, LLP Nowell, Amoroso, Klein, Bierman, PA Special Counsel for McCarter & English Intellectual Property: Insurance Consultants/ Brown & Brown Metro, Inc. Broker of Record: Physician: Architects: Engineers: Ronald Rigolosi, M.D. DMR Architects Settembrino Architects RSC Architects Netta Architects Remington & Vernick & Arango Engineers Boswell Engineering CHA Associates Partner Engineering Energy Conservation Gable Associates Consultant: Construction Management: Mast Construction Services, Inc. Pinnacle Construction Management A roll call vote resulted in all recommendations approved unanimously by all members present. The Business Administrator will provide a notice of action as soon as practicable.

4 Page 4 A motion to appoint John Susino as Board Secretary/School Business Administrator for the School Year was introduced by and seconded by Ms. LaTesta. A roll call vote was taken and all members present appointed Mr. Susino unanimously. A motion to appoint Ava Miller as Assistant Board Secretary for the School Year was introduced by Dr. Meisner and seconded by. A roll call vote was taken and all members present appointed Ms. Miller unanimously. A motion to appoint Danielle Tikijian as Qualified Purchasing Agent for the School Year was introduced by Ms. LaTesta and seconded by. A roll call vote was taken and all members present appointed Ms. Tikijian unanimously.

5 Page 5 A motion to appoint Board officials for the school year as stated below was introduced by and seconded by. Affirmative Action Officer Tara Bohan ADHERA Compliance Officer Tom Jodice Indoor Air Quality Officer Tom Jodice Integrated Pest Management Coordinator Tom Jodice Right to Know Contact Person Tom Jodice 504 Officer Tara Bohan Public Agency Compliance Officer John Susino Custodian of Public Records John Susino Health and Safety Officer Patricia Cosgrove A roll call vote was taken and unanimously approved. A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta, second by, to accept Bank Account Signatures as listed at TD Bank, Paramus, New Jersey, and Capital One Bank, Paramus, NJ. The TD Bank and Capital One Bank are hereby requested, authorized, and directed to honor all checks, drafts, and other orders for the payment of money drawn in the name of the Board of Education in the following accounts when bearing the true or approved facsimile signature indicated. WHEREAS; Jason Kim has been elected President of the Board of Education AND William Meisner has been elected Vice President; and WHEREAS; Dr. Howard Lerner has been appointed Superintendent of Schools; and WHEREAS; John Susino has been appointed School Business Administrator and Board Secretary; and WHEREAS; Joseph Luppino has been appointed Treasurer of School Monies;

6 Account Title Signatures Required Page 6 Payroll Account Joseph Luppino, Treasurer of School Monies Capital One Bank OR John Susino Agency Account Capital One Bank Joseph Luppino, Treasurer of School Monies Academy for the Russell Davis Advancement of Science AND Raymond Bath OR Victor Lynch and Technology Student Activities Capital One Bank Paramus Vocational Katoya Pierce Student Activities AND Carole Terrizzi OR Leonard Szczawinski Capital One Bank Teterboro TEC Student Elaine Gagis Activities AND David Tankard OR Jon Chevalier Capital One Bank State Unemployment Jason Kim OR William Meisner Insurance Trust Account AND John Susino Capital One Bank AND Joseph Luppino, Treasurer of School Monies BCVTS General Fund Jason Kim OR William Meisner Capital One Bank AND John Susino AND Joseph Luppino, Treasurer of School Monies Adult Depository Account Howard Lerner AND John Susino Capital One Bank Escrow Management Account Jason Kim OR William Meisner TD Bank AND John Susino AND Joseph Luppino, Treasurer of School Monies Federal Student Howard Lerner AND John Susino Financial Aid Capital One Bank The Athletics Clearing William Muller OR Andrea Sheridan Checking Account AND Yvone Kruse Capital One Bank Depository Account Howard Lerner AND John Susino Capital One Bank Board of Vocational John Susino AND Elizabeth Scolpino Education Student Fund Day Care Capital One Bank Bergen County Technical Jason Kim Schools Capital Reserve AND John Susino Capital One Bank AND Joseph Luppino, Treasurer of School Monies

7 Bergen County Technical Howard Lerner AND John Susino Schools Food Service Depository Account Capital One Bank Compensating Account Howard Lerner AND John Susino Capital One Bank A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. Page 7 A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta and second by to designate the official newspaper for the purpose of legal notice for the District as follows: The Record Herald News A motion was introduced by, second by Ms. LaTesta, for the appointment of Committee Assignments as follows: Committee of the Whole: Board of School Estimate New Jersey School Boards Association New Jersey Council of County Vocational Schools Bergen County School Boards Association Finance: Ms. LaTesta, Chairperson and Personnel:, Chairperson and Ms. LaTesta Facilities: Mr. Hryczk, Chairperson and Special Services School District Liaison:

8 A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. Page 8 A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta, second by, to approve, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, the table of organization indicating staff appointments and titles be adopted, as provided by the budget, effective July 1, A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. A motion to introduce by, second by, to approve the re-adoption of Board of Education policies, by-laws, job descriptions, advisory committee membership, and program/facility organization. A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. A motion to introduce by, second by Ms. LaTesta, to approve a resolution reaffirming and approving the employment contract for the Superintendent of Schools, Howard Lerner, Ed.D., effective July 1, 2015, that was originally approved by the Board of Education on September 23, 2014.

9 A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. Page 9 A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta, second by, to approve and re-adopt all courses of study, tetbooks/workbooks, and ancillary materials of the District, on file in the Curriculum Office, for the period from the date of this Re-Organization Meeting until the Re-Organization Meeting in the net calendar year, unless modified upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools. A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. A motion was introduced by, second by Ms. LaTesta, to approve the 5-year Maintenance Plan of the Bergen County Technical School District as updated. A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta, second by, to approve the Board of Education s participation in the County of Bergen s Joint Insurance Fund, and approve the Board s appointment of Bergen Risk Managers,

10 Page 10 Inc., Ramsey, New Jersey as the Workers Compensation and General Liability Insurance carrier for the District effective July 1, 2014 through June 30, A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta, second by, to approve the proposed dates for combined Work Sessions/Eecutive Session and Regular Board of Education Meetings as listed below. Additional meetings may be scheduled as the Board deems appropriate. The Board all resolves that the Board Secretary shall cause legal notice to be given regarding these meeting dates and at the following location: LOCATION: Auditorium Community Services Building 327 East Ridgewood Avenue Paramus, NJ DATE Tuesday, December 9, 2014 Tuesday, January 27, 2015 Thursday, February 19, 2015 Tuesday, March 24, 2015 Tuesday, April 28, 2015 Tuesday, May 26, 2015 Thursday, June 18, 2015 Tuesday, July 28, 2015 Tuesday, August 25, 2015 Tuesday, September 22, 2015 Tuesday, October 27, 2015 Monday, November 2, 2015 Re-Organization of the Board 6:00PM WORK SESSION and EECUTIVE SESSION 6:45PM REGULAR MEETING

11 A roll call vote was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. Page 11 A motion was introduced by Ms. LaTesta, second by, to approve the following Order of Business for Board of Education meetings. amended the resolution to reflect the following language and agreed upon by all members present: The Board moves to approve the Order of Business for all Board of Education meetings and that Roberts Rules of Order shall be in effect governing the parliamentary proceedings. PUBLIC WORK SESSION ORDER OF BUSINESS Call Meeting to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Open Public Meeting Statement Presentations Review of Resolutions Board Discussion on Agenda Resolutions Only Public Participation on Agenda Resolutions Only Board Discussion on Any Item Eecutive Session REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING ORDER OF BUSINESS Re-Open the Public Work Session Close Public Work Session and Move to Public Meeting Call Public Meeting to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Open Public Meeting Statement Board Action on Prior Meeting Minutes Reports: Committee Board Secretary/Business Administrator Superintendent Introduction Consent Agenda Resolutions Board Comment Consent Agenda Only Public Comment Consent Agenda Only Board Action Consent Agenda Introduction Off Consent Agenda Resolutions (If Necessary) Board Comment Off Consent Agenda Only (If Necessary) Public Comment Off Consent Agenda Only (If Necessary) Board Action on Off Consent Agenda Only (If Necessary) Public Comment Any Issue

12 Adjournment Page 12 A roll call vote on the resolution, as amended, was taken and approved unanimously by all members present. Board Secretary John Susino reviewed the following resolutions: Administration: 15-A-53T A-66T Personnel: 15-P-47T P-59T Finance: 15-F-64T F-89T RESOLUTION # RESOLUTIONS SYNOPSIS 15-A-53T 15-A-54T 15 A 55T ADMINISTRATION Approval WIA/WFNJ/WLL One Stop Administration and Oversight Approval Report of Student Suspensions for month of September 2014 Approval-Professional Development Providers and Services Reports and summary data for Workforce Investment Board. Disciplinary suspensions of students for month of September 2014 Professional Development Providers and Services for A 56T Approval Student Teaching, Caldwell Approval of Student Teaching University 15 A 57T Approval- First Reading of Board of Education Policies and Regulations Board of Education Policies and Regulations First Reading 15 A 58T Approval- First Reading of Board of Board of Education Policies First Reading Education Policies 15 A 59T Approval Volunteer Worker Volunteer Worker 15 A 60T Approval NCS Pearson VUE Authorized Center Agreement NCS Pearson VUE Authorized Center Agreement 15 A 61T Approval District and Board Goals for School Year District and Board Goals for School Year 15 A 62T Approval MOU Between GRASP Laboratory and Memorandum of Understanding between GRASP Laboratory and 15 A 63T Approval Volunteer Worker Volunteer Worker 15 A 64T Approval Submission of the Annual District Report of Violence and Submission of the Annual District Report of Violence and Vandalism Vandalism 15 A 65T Approval - Travel Epenses Travel Epenses for School Year 15 A 66T Approval Field Trips Field Trips for School Year

13 Page 13 RESOLUTION # RESOLUTIONS SYNOPSIS PERSONNEL 15-P-47T Approval Staff Appointments and Reclassifications Staff Appointments and Reclassifications 15-P-48T Approval Revised Start Date Revision of the Start Date 15-P-49T Approval Adult and Continuing Education Staff Adult and Continuing Education Staff 15-P-50T Approval Adult and Continuing Education Staff Adult and Continuing Education Staff Reclassifications Reclassifications 15-P-51T Approval District Substitute District Substitute Teachers Teachers 15-P-52T Approval Hourly Appointments Approval Hourly Appointments 15-P-53T Approval Staff Compensation for Athletic Events Approval Staff Compensation for Athletic Events 15-P-54T Approval State Crew Staff State Crew Staff 15-P-55T Approval Appointments Etra Duty/Etra Pay Positions and Other Hourly Appointments Appointments Etra Duty/Etra Pay Positions and Other Hourly Appointments 15-P-56T Approval - Resignations Approval - Resignations 15-P-57T Approval - Retirements Approval - Retirements 15-P-58T Approval Return to Work- Maintenance/Custodian Approval Return to Work- Maintenance/Custodian 15-P-59T Approval Suspension with Pay Approval Suspension with Pay FINANCE 15-F-64T Approval-Payments of Bills Payments of Bills 9/16/14-10/24/14 15-F-65T Monthly Certification- August 2014 Certification of Monthly Financial Reports Board Secretary/School Treasurer s Report 15-F-66T Line Item Transfers August 2014 Certification of sufficient funds to meet district financial obligations 15-F-67T Approval Shared Services Agreement and Hawthorne Board of Education Shared Services Agreement and Hawthorne Board of Education 15-F-68T Approval Shared Services Agreement and Edgewater Board of Education Shared Services Agreement and Edgewater Board of Education 15-F-69T Approval Shared Services Agreement and Bogota Board of Education Shared Services Agreement and Bogota Board of Education 15-F-70T Approval Disposal of Surplus Property Disposal of Surplus Property 15-F-71T Approval Consultant Services Approval Consultant Services 15-F-72T Submission of the Comprehensive Maintenance Plan Submission of Comprehensive Maintenance Plan 15-F-73T Acceptance of Special Federal, State and Private Funds and Establishment of Budget Acceptance of Special Federal, State and Private Funds 15-F-74T Rescind of the Renewal of Contract to Provide Eterminating Services Rescind of the Renewal of Contract to Provide Eterminating Services 15-F-75T Award of Contract to Furnish and Deliver Tools and Service Equipment from the Snap-On Catalog Award of Contract to Furnish and Deliver Tools and Service Equipment from the Snap-On Catalog 15-F-76T Approval Amended Contract for EDU- MET Interactive Systems for Software Maintenance Amended Contract for EDU- MET Interactive Systems for Software Maintenance

14 Page 14 RESOLUTION # 15-F-77T 15-F-78T 15-F-79T 15-F-80T 15-F-81T 15-F-82T 15-F-83T 15-F-84T 15-F-85T 15-F-86T 15-F-87T 15-F-88T 15-F-89T RESOLUTIONS Withdrawal of Funds from the Maintenance Reserve Account Approval WIA Formula/WFNJ Individual Training Account Log Approval Authorization for an Additional Renovations to the Cosmetology Lab Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds /WIA Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds /WIA Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds /WIA Approval Clinical Affiliation Agreement Between -EMS Training Center and the Hackensack University Medical Center Approval Contract to Provide Eterminating Services for Approval Contract for the Construction of Environmental Science Building at the Bergen Academies Withdrawal of Funds from the Capital Reserve Account Approval for Keynote Speaker, WIB Youth Symposium Approval for WIB Youth Symposium Materials SYNOPSIS Withdrawal of Funds from the Maintenance Reserve Account Approval WIA Formula/WFNJ Individual Training Account Log: 9/15/14-10/20/14 Authorization for an Additional Renovations to the Cosmetology Lab Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds /WIA Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds /WIA Acceptance of Special State and Federal Funds /WIA Clinical Affiliation Agreement Between -EMS Training Center and the Hackensack University Medical Center Contract to Provide Eterminating Services for for a Two Year Period with the Option to Renew Contract for the Construction of Environmental Science Building at the Bergen Academies in Hackensack Withdrawal of Funds from the Capital Reserve Account Approval for Keynote Speaker, WIB Youth Symposium Approval for WIB Youth Symposium Materials The Board made no further comment on the resolutions and determined to place all resolutions on the Consent Agenda to be acted upon by the Board. Administration: 15-A-53T A-66T Personnel: 15-P-47T P-59T Finance: 15-F-64T F-89T No member of the public made any comment on the resolutions presented before the board. There was no discussion by the Board on any issue. At 6:50 PM, on a motion by Ms. LaTesta, second by, the Board moved, per the Resolution below, to go into Eecutive Session, the purpose of which was to discuss personnel matters. All members present voted in the affirmative. There were none opposed.

15 Page 15 RESOLUTION Pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4 12, certain specified items are eempt from public disclosure and discussion. At this time, the Board of Education intends to convene in private session, from which the public shall be ecluded, to discuss matters, which fall under the eclusion of pending or anticipated litigation and personnel. Therefore, the public portion of this meeting shall now be adjourned. The results of any Board discussion conducted in this private session shall be made public at the earliest possible date. At 7:30 PM, on a motion by Ms. LaTesta, second by, the Board moved to close the Eecutive Session and re-open the re-organization meeting. All members present voted in the affirmative. There were none opposed. On a motion by, second by Ms. LaTesta, the Board moved to approve the minutes of the Work Session, Eecutive Session, and Regular Meeting Minutes of the September 23, 2014 Board of Education meetings. All members present voted in the affirmative. There were none opposed. On a motion by, second by Ms. LaTesta, the Board moved to approve the minutes of the Special Board of Education Meeting for the Purpose of Board Member Training and Goal Setting of September 23, All members present voted in the affirmative. There were none opposed. Dr. Howard Lerner, Superintendent of Schools, gave the following report to the Board. The District is now required to report specific incidents of harassment, intimidation and/or bullying to the Board of Education. We have had seven reportable incidents in the last month as follows: 1. HIB Incident T 1, School Year Incident student knowingly engaged in HIB behavior and was aware of its relationship to religion Intervention Victim will meet with the SAC once per week. Accused will meet with the SAC for sensitivity education three times, counseling as needed, parental involvement. 2. HIB Incident T 2, School Year Incident student engaged in harassing behavior in relation to gender bias in front of a group of students Intervention individual counseling, behavior management plan, parental intervention 3. HIB Incident T 3, School Year Incident Student engaged in demeaning remarks on race and seual orientation Intervention individual counseling and parental intervention 4. HIB Incident T 4, School Year Incident photo posted on Snap Chat harassing student about her size Intervention parental intervention, educational session on HIB/social media by the SAC 5. HIB Incident T 5, School Year Incident incident happened off school grounds; etremely inappropriate comments were made to the student and posted on social media Intervention parental contact, counseling on the appropriate behavior towards others and the use of social media 6. HIB Incident T 6, School Year Incident student knowingly engaged in gender/seual orientation harassment

16 Page 16 Intervention parental conference, counseling, student will reach out to counselor if the situation occurs again 7. HIB Incident T 7, School Year Incident student made insulting comments about religion Intervention parental conferences and educational counseling on appropriate communication 8. HIB Incident T 8, School Year Incident student insulted and demeaned a student based on race Intervention parental conferences and educational counseling on appropriate communication for both students There were si reported incidents that were investigated and determined to be non HIB. These HIBs were all 9 th grade students and we have already put in place several activities for prevention and education. Dr. Lerner also shared some highlights of the many accomplishments the District s students and staff have had, including the following: The safety badges implemented on our Paramus Campus this year have been the subject of news stories in both print and various television reports. They have been highlighted by staff and administration as a great resource for local districts. The district participated in an anti bullying presentation with the Bergen County Police Department and a Teterboro based company, FLOMO. Presentations were held on each campus and every student was given a gift bag from the company. The presentation was done by the young woman who was the victim. During the summer the district participated in a blood drive at the Public Safety Building in Mahwah in conjunction with the World Mission Society Church of God and blood center. The theme was Take A Stand Against Bullying and proceeds from the drive were presented to our district on October 29 in the amount of $8,000. This will be utilized by our Day of Happiness campaign that will kick off in March and include the district community and leaders. Sports: Teterboro senior Kenichi Hirose, a running back for the Knights, was the subject of an article in The Record on October 9. The story focused on his value to the team though he is only 5' 4 1/4". To date he has topped 100 yards in each of the first five games and scored ten touchdowns. He hopes to study physical therapy as well as play football in college. The Siemens Foundation recently announced the 2014 Semifinalists and Regional Finalists in the prestigious Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology, the nation s premier research competition for high school students. I am proud to share with you one student was named as a Regional Finalist and eight BCA students have been recognized as Semi finalists. A motion by Ms. LaTesta, second by, was made to introduce the following resolutions on the consent agenda: Administration: 15-A-53T A-66T Personnel: 15-P-47T P-59T Finance: 15-F-64T F-89T There was no further discussion by the Board regarding the resolutions on the Consent Agenda. There was no public comment regarding the resolutions on the Consent Agenda. A roll call vote on resolutions 15-A-53T thru 15-A-66T, 15-P-47 thru 15-P-59T, and 15-F-64T thru 15-F-89T was taken and approved unanimously by all members present.

17 Page 17 There were no resolutions placed on the off-consent agenda. No member of the public made any further comments. A motion by Ms. LaTesta, second by, was made to adjourn the re-organization meeting at 7:40 PM. All members of the Board present voted in the affirmative. There were none opposed. No further action was taken. Respectfully Submitted, John Susino Board Secretary/Business Administrator The minutes were approved by the Board of Education at a meeting dated: 12/9/14