BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Board of Education DATE: June 3, 2013 KIND OF MEETING: Regular Board of Education Meeting PLACE: Durgee Junior High School Cafeteria 6:30 PM - DJH CAFETERIA - PRIOR TO BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING - RETIREE RECEPTION Information: Recognition of Staff Members Retiring from the Baldwinsville Central School District 1. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance In the absence of District Clerk, James Rodems, Clerk Pro Tempore, Joseph DeBarbieri, called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call In the absence of District Clerk, James Rodems, Clerk Pro Tempore, Joseph DeBarbieri, took roll call. Members Present: President Burrill Wells, Vice-President Joan Reeves, Cheryl Cowen, Cynthia Cronin, Roman Diamond, Also Present: Ms. Jeanne Dangle, Superintendent of Schools; Mr. Matthew McDonald, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. Action: C. Approval of Agenda (B. Wells) Motion by James Goulet, second by Cynthia Cronin that the Board of Education approve the agenda for the June 3, 2013 Regular Board of Education Meeting. 2. Miscellaneous Information: A. President's Spotlight - Musical Performance Elden/Palmer Students (B. Wells) Jeanne Dangle introduced the woodwind ensemble 4th and 5th graders. Jeanne Dangle recognized Aliza Cincotta (district music teacher) for tenure and celebrated the achievements of our Retirees: James Glisson, 25 years SS Teacher Sally Goldschmidt, 28 years Special Ed Kathleen Goltermann, 26.7 years Art Margaret Jock, 23.5 years Consumer Science/Home and Careers Susan Kennedy, 26 years English Patricia Kryshak, 25.5 years Marilyn Levantino, 21.33 years Bus Driver Maureen Mayer,14 years TA Tim Morgan, 34.6 years SS Teacher Mary Reichert, 8.5 years Asst. Principal David Schrader, 34 years Phys. Ed. Karen Schunck, 26 years Art Susan Saunders, 12.58 years TA Elaine Sumner-Brown, 15.42 years TA Henry Green, 12.85 years Custodian Raymond Zarzecki, 25.83 years Mechanic Jeanne Dangle: Words will never, ever be enough to thank you for all you have done. Good luck and enjoy your retirement.
Page 2 3. Communications Information: A. Correspondence/Board Activities/Committee Reports Technology - Jeffrey Marier worked in a session to talk about the vision and goals for the committee. Public Budget Vote - Jeanne Dangle thanked the public and the Board of Education for their commitment to the students of Baldwinsville. CNYSBA Meeting - Cynthia Cronin described the program which focused on how funds are distributed to schools. Wellness - James Goulet indicated that we will hear a report later in the meeting. NYSBAA Convention Jeanne Dangle asked BOE members to let her know if members are interested in attending the convention. Joan Reeves mentioned that Thursday is the Athletic Banquet, as well as the CTE BOCES Graduation. Discussion: B. Request to Speak (B. Wells/J. Rodems) None 4. Consent Agenda Action: A. Approval of Consent Agenda (B. Wells) Motion by Roman Diamond, second by Jeffrey Marier, that the Board of Education approve the Consent Agenda, pursuant to the attached. 5. Reports Report: A. School Food Service Update (B. Wright) Brian Wright updated the BOE on the average daily participation for our school lunch program, as well as the federal requirements for nutrition. Additionally, Brian discussed student participation for the breakfast program. Brian discussed summer work including oven replacement at Baker High School. Brian discussed the proposed lunch prices for the 2013-14 school year. Brian also thanked the staff for their hard work this school year. Steven Schweitzer asked for clarification regarding the decline in participation and whether students are "brown bagging" because of the economy or the changes in what can be served. Brian indicated that our pricing is below the national average. Cynthia Cronin asked if the decrease in lunches is consistent among other schools. Brian said "Yes!" Cynthia Cronin asked if we have a fair amount of students that purchase double lunches. Brian said "Yes!" Report: B. Wellness Committee Update (K. Foote & Brian Wright) Kristen Foote and Brian Wright provided the update for the Wellness Committee goals for the 2012-2013 school year. Kristen described the wellness events that occurred at each school this year and the wellness activities for staff across the district. Report: C. Superintendent's Report Jeanne Dangle reported on: Baker High School Moving Up Day - May 24, 2013 Baker High School Senior Ball / KBR (Keep the Ball Rolling Event) - May 24, 2013 Baker High School Survey (Sr. Ball vs. Jr. Prom) 6. New Business Action: A. Proposed School Breakfast and Lunch Prices 2013-2014 (B. Wright) Motion by Vice-President Joan Reeves, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education approve the Proposed School Breakfast and Lunch Prices for 2013-2014 for the Baldwinsville Central School District, pursuant to the attached. Action: B. Certification of the BCSD Budget Vote/Election Results of May 21, 2013 (J. Rodems)
Page 3 Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education certify the Baldwinsville Central School District Budget Vote/Election Results from May 21, 2013, pursuant to the attached. Action: C. BCSD Policies - Second Reading - Revised - Series 7000/8000 (J. Dangle) Some discussion followed: Cynthia Cronin asked if we are giving information to third party vendors. Jeanne Dangle: No, just college s and things like that. Cynthia Cronin: This is only children over 18? Jeanne Dangle: Yes. Give information to colleges, military. Roman Diamond: This 7000 policy some of the teachers would not grade a 100 if there was room for improvement, so they would give a 90. What is the percentage of homework based? Will communicate how they grade students. Joe DeBarbieri: Has to be consistent. Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Kenneth Dwyer to table the Student Directory Information Policy 7243. Motion by Cheryl Cowen, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education approve the Revised Baldwinsville Central School District Policies - Series 7000/8000, excluding tabled item and pursuant to the attached. Action: D. SEQR - Ray Middle School (J. Rodems) Steven Schweitzer asked if the information is reviewed. Jeanne Dangle said that Jamie Rodems reviews with the attorney and the architects. Motion by Steven Schweitzer, second by James Goulet to table SEQR. Action: E. Approval of Bond Resolution for School Bus Purchases 2013-2014 (J. Rodems) Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education approve the Bond Resolution for the School Bus Purchases for the Baldwinsville Central School District, pursuant to the attached. Roll Call Vote: Motion Carries Action: F. Equivalent of Attendance (EOA) Program Agreement with OCM BOCES 2013-2014 (J. Rodems) Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Vice-President Joan Reeves that the Board of Education approve the Equivalent of Attendance Program Agreement with Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Board of Cooperative Education Services (OCM BOCES) effective July 1, 2013 - June 30, 2014, pursuant to the attached.
Page 4 Action: G. Employment Preparation Education Program Agreement with OCM-BOCES 2013-2014 (J. Rodems) Motion by Vice-President Joan Reeves, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education approve the Employment Preparation Education Program Agreement with Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Board of Cooperative Education Services (OCM BOCES) effective July 1, 2013 - June 30, 2014, pursuant to the attached. Action: H. OCM BOCES Adult and Continuing Education Resolution 2013-2014 (J. Rodems) Motion by Roman Diamond, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education approve the resolution for the Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Board of Cooperative Education Services (OCM BOCES) to operate Cooperative Adult and Continuing Education Programs for the 2013-2014 school year at no cost to the Baldwinsville Central School District, pursuant to the attached. Action: I. Annual Cooperative Bidding Resolution with OCM BOCES 2013-2014 (J. Rodems) Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Cheryl Cowen that the Board of Education enter into agreement with the Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Board of Cooperative Education Services (OCM BOCES) to participate in municipal cooperative bidding for the period July 1, 2013 thru June 30, 2014, pursuant to the attached. Action: J. Donation of ipad Mini to McNamara Elementary School (J. Rodems) Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education approve the donation of one (1) ipad Mini to McNamara Elementary School, pursuant to the attached. Action: K. Appointment of Impartial Hearing Officer (J. Dangle) Discussion Steven Schweitzer Explain. Jeanne Dangle: If parent disagrees regarding a special needs student, we had only five days to get this approved, this is a critical time line. Steven Schweitzer: Is this specific? Jeanne Dangle: Yes. Steven Schweitzer: Do you have a list to choose from? Jeanne Dangle: Yes, we go down the list. Motion by Cynthia Cronin, second by Jeffrey Marier that the Board of Education appoint Paul T. Bumbalo as an Impartial Hearing Officer for an impartial due process hearing with respect to any matter relating to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, provision of a free appropriate public education, manifestation determination or other matter relating to discipline.
Page 5 7. Executive Session Action: A. Adjourn to Executive Session at 8:05 PM (B. Wells) Motion by Roman Diamond, second by Vice-President Joan Reeves that the Board of Education enter into Executive Session for the purpose(s) listed, if any. Motion by Kenneth Dwyer, second by Jeffrey Marier to leave Executive Session at 8:24 PM. 8. Adjournment Action: A. Meeting Adjournment at 8:25 PM (B. Wells) Motion by Kenneth Dwyer, second by Jeffrey Marier that the June 3, 2013 Regular Board of Education meeting be adjourned. Joseph DeBarbieri Clerk Pro Tempore 6/4/2013