August 21, 2006 Board meeting minutes

GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION

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A Workshop of the Members of the Board of Education of the Goshen Central School District, Orange County, New York, was be held in the Board Room at the Main Street School, on Monday, August 21, 2006, at 6:30 p.m. with Members of the Goshen Public Library Historical Society.

Present Mrs. Judy Green, President
Mr. Michael Stroka, Vice President
Mrs. Martha Bogart
Mr. Robert Kish
Mr. Alvin Watson
Mr. Marty Knapp
Mr. Steve Esposito
Superintendent of Schools Mr. Roy Reese
Assistant Superintendent for Business Mr. Joseph Abbondanza
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum Mrs. Jane Unhjem

Present Ms. Pauline Kehoe
Mrs. Tiffany Milidantri
Mr. Gene Degen
Mrs. Patty Garnett
Mrs. Janet M.
Mrs. Laura Engle

Mr. Reese opened the workshop at 6:36 p.m. personally thanking both Boards for committing to the meeting. The goal of the meeting is to work collaboratively and better understand the direction of each Board.

Joe Abbondanza handed out a brief worksheet of the library’s history over a five-year period. Mr. Abbondanza presented examples of three different borrowing scenarios and how much the school district would have to increase their budget to cover the library bonds.

The library borrowing would be their debt, but would be reflected in the school district’s budget. The school district would be responsible for the library’s capital project for construction of a new building. The district is also being faced with growth issues and possible future capital projects.

Discussion on borrowing and austerity budget of the school district were discussed. The library is not eligible for state aid. The library is planning to fundraise to help defray the cost, as well as applying for grants. A question was raised on who would own the fixed assets of the library. Mr. Reese agreed to contact legal counsel to obtain answer.

The library became part of the school district in 1984. Marty Knapp asked if the library could disassociate them from the district?

Mrs. Patty Garnett mentioned that the library and school district are both part of Goshen, serving Goshen residents of the school district.

The library is currently looking at a land purchase, which does not require a public referendum. The library’s timetable is approximately one year before seeking a capital project for construction of a new library.

Suggestions to have legal representation for both Boards at the next meeting be present. Attorneys for both the library and school district are in communication with each other.

The Tax Anticipation Notes were mentioned. The library is currently working on building up their fund balance to avoid asking for TAN’s in the future. The TAN is a 30 day note to cover expenses until the first tax payment is released to the library.

The workshop ended at 7:33 p.m.

A regular meeting of the Members of the Board of Education of the Goshen Central School District, Orange County, New York was held in the Board of Education Room at the Main Street School on Monday, August 7, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.

Present Mrs. Judy Green, President
Mr. Michael Stroka, Vice President
Mrs. Martha Bogart
Mr. Robert Kish
Mr. Alvin Watson
Mr. Marty Knapp
Mr. Steve Esposito

Superintendent of Schools Mr. Roy Reese
Assistant Superintendent for Business Mr. Joseph Abbondanza
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum Mrs. Jane Unhjem
Principals:

Mr. Robert Litz, Mrs. Mary Ann Knight, and Mrs. Daria Murphy
Assistant Principals: Mrs. Patricia Lercara, Ms. Colleen Kane
Director of PPS Ms. Barbara Butler
Director of Athletics Mr. Robert Siracuse
Student Senate Representative
Members of the Faculty, Press and Citizens of the District

The regular meeting was called to order by President, Mrs. Green at 7:41 p.m. Mrs. Green led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silent meditation, remembering Matthew Bruhler, Goshen student and his family on his recent deployment to Iraq.

Mrs. Green presented Mr. Esposito with a plaque for his outstanding leadership as President of the Board for three years. The Board thanked Mr. Esposito for his terms as President.

Mr. Esposito left the meeting at 7:45 p.m.

At this time the Board of Education recognized and acknowledged 4 employees retiring from the District. One retiree was able to be present at the meeting. Sue Tremper, Ron Majka and Hilda Ellis were unable to attend. Mr. Reese mentioned that Sue Tremper had been presented with her plaque earlier in the day and that Hilda Ellis had asked that a statement be read during the meeting. Mr. Reese read Mrs. Ellis’s statement thanking the district and staff for her fond memories and wished the district well.

Mrs. Green and Mrs. Unhjem presented Mr. Werner Fick with a plaque and thanked him for his years of service. Werner and his family are relocating to North Carolina.

The Board wished all retirees best of luck in their retirements.

The Board received the following correspondence: 2006/07 District calendar, 2006/07 Board Member list, 2006 NYSSBA Proposed Regulations and Voting Delegate’s Guide, letter from Mary Ann Knight thanking GIS PTO for Grant Writing Workshop, O/U BOCES August newsletter, correspondence from Liberty Mutual and various newspaper articles.

Mrs. Green opened Privilege of the Floor.

Mrs. Green reported on her attendance at the mandated Fiscal Responsibility Workshop she recently attended. Mrs. Bogart also attended and reported that the workshop was very informative.

Mr. Reese asked that the Board review the 2006 Proposed Bylaws and Amendments for discussion at future Board meetings for Al Watson to be able to address as Delegate at the NYSSBA Conference.

Mr. Reese mentioned the upcoming Summer School Graduation and Freshman BBQ on this coming Wednesday.

Mr. Abbondanza presented a powerpoint on the school tax warrant highlighting important factors contributing to the setting of the warrant. Taxable assessment, Equalization Rates, school tax increase, library tax and relationship between the Towns of the District are factored into establishing the tax warrant. The tax warrant by Towns for the 2006/07 school year are as follows: Town of Chester - $29.190, Goshen - $26.536, Hamptonburgh - $16.585, Wallkill - $81.083 and Waywayanda - $27.208 per $1,00 of assessed value.

The Board thanked Mr. Abbondanza for his presentation.

Mrs. Unhjem reported on the upcoming Mentor/Intern program and new teacher orientation.

Mrs. Unhjem highlighted Opening Day agenda, which will be held at the high school on Thursday, August 31st. The guest speaker for the morning will be Dr. Thomas Lickona Dr. Lickona will also present a workshop on Thursday evening for parents of the district jointly with the Minisink School District.

Friday, September 1st will be a Superintendent Conference Day for faculty only.

PERSONNEL

On a motion by Martha Bogart and seconded by Michael Stroka upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education accepts the retirement of Sue Tremper, effective August 31, 2006. Mrs. Tremper has been with the District for over 23 years. AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

On a motion by Robert Kish and seconded by Marty Knapp, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education approves the remainder of the Consent Agenda as presented, including the Addendum. AYES 6 NAYS 0

Accept retirement of Susan Tremper Cook/Manager effective August 31, 2006. Mrs. Tremper has been with the District for the past 23 years.

Accept resignation of Susan Buchanan teaching assistant effective August 7, 2006.

Accept resignation of Steven Cabello Spanish teacher effective August 14, 2006.

Accept resignation of Sharon Johnson teacher aide effective August 10, 2006.

Accept resignation of William Silling bus diver effective August 31, 2006.

Accept resignation of Patricia LaManna bus driver effective July 26, 2006.

Approve child care leave of Michele Pacciarelli AIS teacher is requesting a child care leave under the Family Medical Leave effective November 14, 2006 through March 26, 2007.

Approve extension of medical leave of Corwin Howarth bus monitor is requesting an extension to his medical leave of absence effective June 1, 2006 through August 31, 2006.

Accept resignation of Patricia Alexander teacher aide effective August 30, 2006.
Approve appointment of Patricia Alexander teaching assistant at a salary of $20,895 (.5-BA-1) effective August 31, 2006, with a tenure date of August 31, 2009. Ms. Alexander has pending Teaching Assistant Level 1 certification.

Accept resignation of Mary Adams teacher aide effective August 30, 2006.
Appointment: Mary Adams special education teaching assistant at a salary of $20,895
(.5 – BA-1) effective August 31, 2006, with a tenure date of August 31, 2009. Ms. Adams has Pending Teaching Assistant Level 1 certification.

Approve appointment of Matthew Quick leave replacement health teacher at a salary of $41,789 (BA-1) effective August 31, 2006 to on or about January 2, 2007. Mr. Quick has been a substitute and leave replacement teacher for the district. Mr. Quick is filling the child care leave of Lyn Taber.

Approve appointment of Mary Ditalia grade 5 leave replacement teacher at a salary of $46,229 (M-1) effective August 31, 2006 through approximately January 12, 2007. Ms. Ditalia is filling the extended child care leave of Anna Maria Slicker. Ms. Ditalia has provisional N-6 certification.

Approve appointment of Wanda Cooper bus driver at a salary of $15.60/hr. for 5 hours per day effective August 1, 2006. Ms. Cooper is replacing Patricia LaManna. Ms. Cooper has been a substitute bus driver for the district.

Approve appointment of Theresa Ferraro teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiations) for 5 hours per day effective August 30, 2006. Ms. Ferraro is filling the new position created during the 2006/07 budget process.

Approve appointment of Kathy Valerio special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiations) for 5.5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006. Ms. Valerio is replacing Hilda Ellis.

Approve creation of new position of Teacher Aide for Computer Lab at GIS at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiation) for 5.75 hours per day effective August 30, 2006. Position is being created due to reassignment of computer teacher.

Approve appointment of June Koch teacher aide for Computer Lab at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSA currently under negotiation) for 5.75 hours per day effective August 30, 2006. Ms. Koch is filling the newly created position due to reassignment of computer teacher.

Approve appointment of Lynn O’Keefe 1:1 teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiation) for 6.5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006. Ms. O’Keefe is replacing Jan VanHage.

Approve appointment of Marissa Block special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiation) for 5.75 hours per day effective August 30, 2006. Ms. Block is filling the position of Jean Barrett.

Approve appointment of Kathleen Thompson teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiation) for 5.5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006. Ms. Thompson is filling the position of Pat Alexander.

Approve reclassification of position Senior Library Clerk is being reclassified to Library Clerk Typist effective August 30, 2006.

Approve appointment of Sherry Felice library clerk typist at a salary of $27,957 – Step 1, (prorated to 10 months) (CSEA currently under negotiation) effective August 30, 2006. Ms. Felice is filling the position of Cindy McGiffert.

Approve appointment of Glynnis Jorgensen teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiation) for 5.75 hours per day effective August 31, 2006. Ms. Jorgensen is filling the position of Carmina Carlucci.

Approve creation of new position of Teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA currently under negotiation) for 5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006. Position is being created from a temporary position.

Approve appointment of Michelle Cooper as teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA under negotiation) for 5 hours per day effective August 30, 2006. Ms. Cooper is filling the new position.

Approve creation of new position of Custodial worker at a salary of $25,853 Step 1 (CSEA under negotiation) for 8 hours per day effective September 11, 2006.

Approve appointment of Matthew Sass modified volleyball coach at a stipend of $3,284 (Step B & D) effective September 5, 2006. Mr. Sass is replacing Donna Guarnieri.

Approve increase in hours of 1:1 special education teacher aide increase in hours from 5.0 to 5.75 for student #114271 IEP effective August 31, 2006.

Approve increase in hours of 1:1 special education teacher aide increase in hours from 4.5 to 5.75 for student #114489 IEP effective August 30, 2006.

Approve appointment/increase in hours of Catherine Manuele 1:1 special education teacher aide increase in hours from 5.0 to 5.75 effective August 30, 2006, for student #112413 IEP.

Approve appointment/increase in hours of Jennifer Lempka 1:1 special education teacher aide increase in hours from 5.0 to 5.75 effective August 30, 2006 for student #110939 IEP.

Approve increase in hours of Melissa Clark 1:1 special education teacher aide increase in hours from 5.0 to 5.75 effective August 31, 2006 for student #113574 IEP.

Approve increase in hours of Diane O’Sullivan 1:1 special education teacher aide from 5.5 to 5.75 hours effective August 31, 2006 for student #113902 IEP.

Approve appointment of Gina Martin 1:1 special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 5.75 hours per day effective August 30, 2006. Ms. Martin is filling the newly created position for student
#114489 IEP.

Approve change of assignment of Mary Rudy 1:1 special education teacher aide is being reassigned from C.J. Hooker Middle School to Scotchtown Avenue School for 5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006.

Approve change of assignment of Jan VanHage 1:1 special education teacher aide is being reassigned from the High School to C.J. Hooker Middle School for 6.5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006 for student #11349 IEP.

Approve increase in hours of Kathleen Dawson teacher aide increase in hours from 4.25 to 5.5 hours per day. Ms. Dawson is replacing Mary Rudy.

Approve increase in hours of Carmina Carlucci teacher aide increase in hours from 5.75 to 6.5 hours per day. Ms. Carlucci is replacing Mary Adams.

Approve creation of new position of Kindergarten/Inclusion teacher aide for 5.75 hours per day effective at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA under negotiation) effective August 31, 2006. This is a new position due to enrollment.

Approve appointment of Sungsook (Sunny) Robinson as Kindergarten/Inclusion special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA under negotiation) for 5.75 hours per day effective August 31, 2006. Ms. Robinson is filling the new position.

Approve appointment of Regina Hartmann 1:1 special education teacher aide is be reassigned from Scotchtown Avenue School to the Intermediate School for 5.75 hours per day for student #12358 IEP. Ms. Hartmann is replacing Diane O’Sullivan.

Approve increase in hours of Mary Rudy 1:1 special education teacher aide increase in hours 5.0 to 6.5 hours per day effective August 31, 2006 for student #114795 IEP.

Approve creation of new position of 1:1 special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA under negotiation) for 5.75/hr. effective August 30, 2006 for student #113953 IEP.

Approve appointment of Jane Hastings 1:1 special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. (CSEA under negotiation) for 5.75 hours per day effective August 30, 2006 for student #113953 IEP. Ms. Hastings is filling the new position.

Approve change in appointment of Anna Allen 1:1 special education teacher aide change of appointment from temporary to permanent effective August 31, 2006 for student #109849 IEP. Ms. Allen is filling the new position created at the August 7, 2006 Board meeting.

EVENING HIGH SCHOOL APPOINTMENTS

Approve appointment of Sylvia Carlisle as Evening High School Administrator at a salary of $42.23/hr., for 3.5 hours per evening for 2 evenings per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Carlisle is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Roger Kalin as Evening High School Lead Teacher at a salary of $40.17/hr., for 3.5 hours per evening, 2 evenings per week, effective 2006/07 school year. Mr. Kalin is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Patricia Grandolfo as Evening High School English 12 teacher at a salary of $32.96/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for 1 evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Grandolfo is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Kristin Green as GED Science Teacher at a salary of $28/hr. for 3.5 hours for one evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Green is returning to Evening High School

Approve appointment of Michael Hanrahan as Evening High School Participation in Government & Economics teacher at a salary of $28/hr. for 3.5 hours per week for one evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Mr. Hanrahan is a social worker for the high school.

Approve appointment of Heidi Lawrence as Evening High School Math 2A teacher at a salary of $31.93/hr., for 3.5 hours evening, for 1 evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Lawrence is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Marlin Maduras as Freshman English 1 & 2 (OCCC Course) at $31.93/per hour for 3.5 hours per evening for 1 evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year.

Approve appointment of Charles Nuara as GED Math and GED Social Studies teacher at a salary of $36.05/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for two evenings per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Mr. Nuara is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Mel Sharp as Evening High School substitute teacher at a salary of $28.00/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, as needed, effective the 2006/07 school year. Mr. Sharp is returning Evening High School.

Approve appointment of Paul Tenney as GED English Teacher at a salary of $37.08/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for one evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Mr. Tenney is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Jessica Weir as Evening High School tutor/GED testing at a salary of $37.08/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, as needed, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Weir is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Betsy Xanthis as Evening High School English 11 teacher at a salary of $31.93/hr., for 3.5 hours per evening, for 1 evening per week, effective the 2006/07school year. Mrs. Xanthis is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Catherine Carlisle as Evening High School substitute teacher at a salary of $23/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, as needed, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Carlisle is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Norma Murphy as Evening High School secretary for 2 hours per evening for 4 evenings a week at a salary of $22.66/hr. effective 2006/07 school year. Ms. Murphy is returning to this position.

Approve appointment of Millie Ferrara as Evening High School security at a salary of $50.00/per evening for 3 hours per evening, as needed, effective the 2006/07 school year. Mrs. Ferarra is returning to this one evening position.

Approve appointment of Gail Frey as Evening High School security at a salary of $52.53/per evening for 3 hours per evening, one evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Ms. Frey is returning to this one evening position.

Approve appointment of Sterling Ponder as Evening High School security at a salary of $50.00/per evening for 3 hours per evening, one evening per week, effective the 2006/07 school year. Mr. Ponder is returning to this one evening position.

ADDENDUM

Approve appointment of Maggi Ackert Spanish teacher at a salary of $41.789 (BA-1) effective August 31, 2006 with a tenure date of August 31, 2009. Ms. Ackert has pending 5-9 Spanish initial certification. Ms. Ackert is replacing Steven Cabello.

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On a motion by Michael Stroka and seconded by Robert Kish, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board of Education appoints, whereas, the following employees have been fingerprinted, the fingerprints have been submitted to the New York State Education Department (SED) for processing and the District has not received clearance for such employees as of the date of this meeting. Therefore be it resolved, that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board hereby appoints the following instructional and non-instructional employees on an emergency basis:

Mary Ditalia Theresa Ferrara Kathy Valerio
June Koch Lynn O’Keefe Marissa Block
Katherine Thompson Sherry Felice Glynnis Jorgensen
Michelle Cooper Gina Martin Jane Hastings

Be it further resolved, that such emergency conditional appointments shall become conditional appointments upon receipt of State clearance from SED. AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

On a motion by Marty Knapp and seconded by Michael Stroka upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Board of Education approves the 2006/07 tax warrant as presented. (see official Minutes) AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

On a motion by Al Watson and seconded by Robert Kish, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education adopts the purchase of the new High School Social Studies Textbook Criminal Justice – Pearson Education, Inc. – as a component of the Social Studies Elective course effective September 1, 2006.
AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

Mr. Reese presented three options the Board has with regard to the recent resignation of Marty Knapp from the Board of Education. The Board can hold another district-wide election, appoint a member to finish Mr. Knapp’s term, or leave the seat vacant for the remainder of the term and have six members.

Past practice has been to leave the seat vacant. Al Watson stated he would be opposed to option 1, Michael Stroka would be opposed to option 2, Martha Bogart would be opposed to option 1, and Robert Kish stated the taxpayers should vote on the elected member.

Discussion will continue at the September 5th Board meeting.

The Board briefly discussed the Proposed Bylaw, Amendments, and Resolutions. Mr. Watson mentioned that there is a deadline of September 8th and 28th for district’s to submit resolutions to be placed on the floor at the convention. Martha recommended that the Board give Mr. Watson the flexibility to use his judgment as the Delegate. The Board will review the booklet and discuss further at the September 5th meeting.

Mrs. Bogart recommended that the Board give her authority to contact Assemblywoman Annie Rabbitt and Senator William Larking regarding Call to Action items. Mrs. Bogart asked that SLN updates for Senate Bills #3178 and #7530, and SLN Call to Action of August 11th, be placed on the September 5th Agenda authorizing Mrs. Bogart to contact our representatives regarding these issues.

Marty Knapp stated it has been a pleasure serving on the Board and working with professional people and thanked the Board for making his term a good experience.

Mrs. Green thanked Marty Knapp for his service and stated he would be missed.

Mr. Kish asked Mr. Litz when student schedules would be mailed. Mailings will take place this week.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. on a motion by Marty Knapp and seconded by Robert Kish to enter into Executive Session with no intent to return for the purpose of work history of a particular employee.

Respectfully submitted,
Cynthia M. Curry
District Clerk