MINUTES OF THE LAKE-LEHMAN SCHOOL BOARD MEETING October 17, 2016 The combined Committee-of-the-Whole and regular monthly meeting for voting purposes of the Lake-Lehman Board of School Directors was held on Monday, October 17, 2016, in the Library of the Lake-Lehman Junior-Senior High School. The meeting was called to order by President, Drew Salko, at 7:00 PM, and opened with Roll Call, the Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence. DIRECTORS Kevin Carey Lorraine Farrell Marilyn Glogowski Karen Masters John McDonald David Paulauskas Drew Salko Robin Wesley Robert Wright Roll Call Absent Others : James E. McGovern, Superintendent Tracey Liparela, Assistant to the Superintendent Mary Jo Casaldi, Superintendent s Administrative Asst. /Board Secretary Tom Melone, Business Consultant, Albert B. Melone Company Matthew Nonnenberg, Assistant Principal, Junior-Senior High School Donald James, Principal, Lehman-Jackson Elementary Nancy Edkins, Principal, Ross Elementary Tabitha Miscavage, Personnel/Benefits Manager Brian Pipech, Director of Child Accounting/Logistics Brian Murphy, Technology Director David Madajewski, Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds Kyle Yankoski Todd DeRosa Nancy Stark Elizabeth Morgan Brenda Morris Heather Wertman Mike Hanson, CM3Building Solutions Shannon Keim, CM3 Building Solutions Jim Donovan, UGI Lisa Ninotti, UGI READING NOTICE OF MEETING Mrs. Mary Jo Casaldi, Board Secretary, read the meeting notice published in the Times Leader newspaper. 7152
Minutes of the Lake-Lehman School Board Meeting 10/17/16, Page 2. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS Mr. Salko noted that an Executive Session was held on October 17, 2016, to discuss personnel issues and litigation and. READING OF MISSION The Mission of the Lake-Lehman School District is to inspire students to achieve personal fulfillment through the context of community, independence, generosity and mastery within a safe learning environment. Mr. McGovern read the Mission of the Lake-Lehman School District. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following minutes were approved by all members present: September 12, 2016, combined meeting minutes. PAYMENT OF BILLS Motion was made by Drew Salko, seconded by Kevin Carey, to approve the list of bills for October, 2016, in the amount of $334,963.87 and move that they be paid, subject to audit. Vote: Upon roll call, all directors present voted yes; motion carried. TREASURER S REPORT Motion was made by David Paulauskas, seconded by Kevin Carey, to approve the treasurer s report for September, 2016. Vote: Upon roll call, all directors present voted yes; motion carried. ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF FINANCIAL REPORTS AND FILE FOR AUDIT (Attached to Treasurer s Report) - Food Service Report as of August 31, 2016 - Jr/Sr High Principal s Fund for August and September, 2016 - Jr/Sr High Activities Fund as of August, 2016 - Ross Elementary Fund for August and September, 2016 - Lehman-Jackson Elementary Fund as of September 30, 2016 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Mr. McGovern reviewed the agenda and addendums. Mr. Salko noted the agenda is approved as read and amended. SUPERINTENDENT S REPORT The following reports were presented at the meeting: Mr. McGovern congratulated senor student Emily Johns who was accepted to Harvard University where she will participate in Track & Field. 7153
Minutes of the Lake-Lehman School Board Meeting 10/17/16, Page 3. Mrs. Liparela announced that the Lake-Lehman Foundation will be sponsoring a Zombie Crawl to be held at the school campus on October 23 rd. Registration begins at noon. Proceeds benefit the Lake- Lehman Foundation. Mr. McGovern stated that the 2016-2017 school calendar has been revised to reflect a change to the November 14 th parent/teacher conference schedule. Faculty will be available for scheduled conferences from 1:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Mr. Mike Hanson, and Mr. Shannon Keim of CM3 Building Solutions, gave a presentation on Year Two Savings Results and Phase II Measures. BUSINESS MANAGER S REPORT No Report. FOUNDATION REPORT No Report. FOOD SERVICE REPORT Susan Benczkowski, Regional Manager with Nutrition Group, introduced Tracy Mushinsky, new Food Service Director for the Lake-Lehman School District and also talked about upcoming promotional lunch programs in the elementary schools. STUDENT COUNCIL REPORT Andrew Herrick, Student Council Representative reported on upcoming bake sales, dress-down days, a Red Cross Blood Drive scheduled for December and the annual Christmas Assembly. OLD BUSINESS None. VISITOR S COMMENTS RELATIVE TO ACTION ITEMS: None. ACTION ITEMS: CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Motion was made by David Paulauskas, seconded by Karen Masters, to move on the following items: 1. Ratify to authorize a Sabbatical Leave of Absence for Employee #915, for the purpose of restoration to health, effective September 23, 2016 through February 8, 2017. 2. Ratify to authorize a Sabbatical Leave of Absence for Employee #3036, for the purpose of restoration to health, effective October 13, 2016 for the remainder of the 2016-2017 school year. 7154
Minutes of the Lake-Lehman School Board Meeting 10/17/16, Page 4. 3. Appoint the following as per diem substitute teachers, at a daily rate of $90.00, without contractual rights/benefits. All clearances on file. A. Jenette Stapert of Nanticoke Special Education PK-8 & Grades PK-4 B. Judy Adonizio of Harvey s Lake Elementary K-6 C. Brandy Popple of Shavertown Special Education PK-8 & Grades PK-4 D. Katelin Hampton of Swoyersville Grades PK-4 4. Approve a leave of absence for Employee # 1972, Special Education Teacher, effective February 6, 2017 through May 22, 2017. It is understood the leave will consist of sick, personal and unpaid days in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act; not to exceed 60 days. BUILDINGS & GROUNDS No items. ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES Motion was made by David Paulauskas, seconded by Karen Masters to move on the following items. 1. Rescind the motion of August 15, 2016 appointing James Hummer as Head Boys Volleyball Coach for the 2016-2017 school year. 2. Authorize administration to advertise for the position of Head Boys Volleyball Coach. 3. Appoint the attached School & Booster Volunteers for the 2016-2017 school year; all clearances on file. (Attachment AA-1 - REVISED) SUPPORT SERVICES Motion was made by Lorraine Farrell, seconded by John McDonald, to move on the following items: 1. Authorize the dismissal of employee #3454 from employment with the Lake-Lehman School District, effective September 29, 2016, due to abandonment of position. 7155
Minutes of the Lake-Lehman School Board Meeting 10/17/16, Page 5. 2. Ratify to authorize administration to advertise for the position of Part-Time Food Service Worker, 3 hours per day, 186 days per year. 3. Approve a leave of absence for Employee # 1386, Secretarial/Clerical Worker, effective September 28, 2016 through January 2, 2017. It is understood the leave will consist of sick, personal, emergency and unpaid days in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act; not to exceed 60 days. TRANSPORTATION SCHOOL BOARD Motion was made by John McDonald, seconded by David Paulauskas, to move on the following items: 1. Approve the first reading waiving all future readings and adopt Policy # 819 Suicide Awareness, Prevention and Response. (Attachment SB-1) 2. Exonerate the following individuals from payment of 2016 per capita taxes as it has been determined that the individuals listed meet the guidelines set forth in the Application for Exoneration. A. Emma Long Spath, Jackson Township full-time student B. Megan Spess, Jackson Township, full-time student 3. Approve the revised 2016-2017 school calendar to reflect a change in the November 14, 2016 parent/teacher conference time to 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm for all elementary buildings and junior-senior high school. (Attachment SB-2) 4. Approve the contract between the Lake-Lehman School District and UGI Energy Services, LLC ("UGIES") for the period of January 2017 to December 2018 for securing the purchase of natural gas. (Attachment to be provided at the October 17 th executive session) 5. Approve a donation of $2,000.00 to the Back Mountain Memorial Library Association. INFORMATION AND RECOGNITION Mr. Salko noted that all informational items are as listed. 7156
Minutes of the Lake-Lehman School Board Meeting 10/17/16, Page 6. NEW BUSINESS Mrs. Masters requested that the district look into the cost of providing or outsourcing photo-id s for all Lake-Lehman volunteers. SET MEETING DATES The combined Committee-of-the-Whole and regular monthly meeting for voting purposes is scheduled for Monday, November 14, 2016 at 7:00 PM and will be held in the Library of the Lake-Lehman Junior-Senior High School. VISITORS None. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Salko adjourned the meeting at 7:40 PM Respectfully submitted, Mary Jo Casaldi, Non-Member, Board Secretary 7157