September 6, 2005 Board meeting minutes

GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION

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A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held in the Board of Education Room at the Main Street School, on Tuesday, September 6, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. 

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

Superintendent of Schools Mr. Roy Reese
Assistant Superintendent for Business Mr. Joseph Abbondanza
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum Mrs. Jane Unhjem
Principals: Principal Mr. Robert Litz, Mrs. Mary Ann Knight, and Mrs. Daria Murphy, Mr. Michael Johndrow.
Assistant Principals: Mrs. Patricia Lercara and Mr. Kent Maslin
Director of PPS Ms. Barbara Butler
Director of Buildings & Grounds Mr. James Riley
Director of Transportation Mr. Pete Brockmann
Members of the Faculty, Press and Citizens of the District

The meeting was called to order by Mr. Steve Esposito, President, at 7:35 p.m. Mr. Esposito led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silent meditation remembering the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

On a motion by Michael Stroka and seconded by Robert Kish upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education approves the draft of the minutes for the meeting of August 8, 2005 and August 22, 2005. AYES 6 NAYS 0 
Motion carried.

The Board received the following correspondence: Correspondence from Shaw & Perelson, correspondence from Assembly Republican Commission on Alternatives to School Property Taxes, correspondence from the Jason Found for Education acknowledging Cindy McGlynn, flyer from New York State Assembly and various newspaper articles.

Mr. Esposito reported he had an opportunity to attend Summer School Graduation and thanked Bob Litz and his staff on a commendable job. 

Mr. Esposito also attended the kick off football game against Middletown. Goshen’s team won.

Mr. Reese reported that the new District Web Page is up and running. The new website is more informative and interactive with the community. 

Mr. Reese reported on a successful Opening Day. Guest speaker, Hal Urban, addressed the staff. Mr. Reese also mentioned he was at Scotchtown Avenue School on the first day of school. 

Mr. Reese introduced Mr. Pete Brockmann who addressed the Board with regard to the bus article that ran in The Times Herald Record. Preventative maintenance is maintained on all buses. There were nine defects that were reported on the last inspection. Although these defects were minor, they resulted in a lower score than past years. Another factor was the result of being on austerity and not being able to replace older buses during the last school year. The Board thanked Mr. Brockmann.

Mr. Reese mentioned that the GTA held an impromptu collection for the hurricane victims. Approximately $1,500 will be sent to the Red Cross.

Three high school students met with Mr. Reese to begin a fundraising effort to help the victims of the hurricane.

Mr. Reese introduced Jill Melvin, a teacher from Minisink, who is taking a year leave to do her internship.

Mr. Abbondanza distributed information on the Comptroller’s Five-Point Plan to the Board.

Mr. Abbondanza briefly discussed the current energy situation. The District is in good shape as of this date with rising fuel costs. During the budget process, consideration was given to possible higher fuel costs. The District has EPEX, who monitors commodities for the District.

Mrs. Unhjem presented an overview of the three-day in-service offered to veteran teachers at the Intermediate School and Scotchtown Avenue School. Mrs. Unhjem reported on the three-day orientation for the new interns to the District. 

Mrs. Unhjem gave a breakdown of the second day conference per building for the Board. 

PERSONNEL
On a motion by Michael Stroka and seconded by Martha Bogart, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education approves the Consent Agenda as presented AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried. 

Accept the resignation of Carmina Carlucci as Assistant Girls Varsity Soccer Coach effective August 19, 2005.

Accept the resignation of Celine Maxwell Treasurer effective October 6, 2005.

Approve the child care leave of Karen Kropp grade 5 teacher is requesting child care leave under the Family Medical Leave Act effective October 17, 2005 through January 22, 2006.

Approve the leave of absence of Lisa Delgado bus driver is requesting a temporary medical leave of absence effective September 1 through September 16, 2005.

Approve the change of assignment of Sylvia Carlisle as temporary CSE Chairperson effective September 3, 2005 through June 30, 2006.

Approve the appointment of Catherine Mulvihill as temporary AIS teacher at a salary of $40,376 (BA-1) effective September 1, 2005. Ms. Mulvihill has Initial 1-6 certification. Ms. Mulvihill is replacing Yvonne Mirro.

Approve the appointment of Nancy Aronsen as bus monitor at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 5 hours per day effective September 5, 2005. Ms. Aronsen is replacing Carrie Weber.

Accept the resignation of Gail Falstein as food service helper effective August 17, 2005.
Approve the appointment of Gail Falstein as teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 5.75 hours per day, effective September 1, 2005. Ms. Falstein is replacing Kathleen Gill.

Approve the appointment of Christy Bolsenbroek as attendance clerk typist at the middle school at a salary of $25,971 (Step B) prorated to 11 months, effective August 31, 2005. Ms. Bolsenbroek is replacing Nancy Frenette.

Approve the appointment of Cynthia Ventura as probationary typist for the Athletic Department at a salary of $26,869 (Step C) effective September 12, 2005. Ms. Ventura is replacing Jennifer Anton.

Approve the appointment of Roselle MacKenzie as .8 English teacher at the high school at a salary of $40,376 (BA-1) (prorated) effective September 1, 2005. Ms. MacKenzie has provisional K-6, English and 7-9 ext. certification and provisional English 7-12 certification. Ms. MacKenzie is filling the new position created during the 2005/06 budget.

Approve the appointment of Jennifer Clearwaters as .5 ELL teacher at a salary of $28,227 (MA-9) prorated, effective September 19, 2005. Ms. Clearwaters is filling the new position created during the 2005/06 budget.

Approve the appointment of Christine Battista as food service helper at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 3 hours per day effective September 6, 2005. Ms. Battista is replacing Jane Hughes.

Approve the appointment of Honor Shea leave replacement special education teacher at a salary of $44,666 (MA-1) effective September 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006. Ms. Shea is filling the special leave assignment of Sylvia Carlisle

Approve the appointment of Jeanne Bouchard as substitute teacher aide at a salary of $7.75/hr., as needed, effective September 7, 2005.

Approve the appointment of Regina Hartmann as temporary 1:1 special education teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 5.75 hours per day effective September 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005.

Approve the appointment of Carleen Schaumberg as temporary teacher aide at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 5 hours per day effective September 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.

Approve the appointment of Marie Saggese as temporary long-term substitute food service worker at a salary of $9.95/hr. for 3 hours per day, effective September 6, 2005. Ms. Saggese is replacing Bernadette Maher.

Approve the change of hours of Michele Zani teacher aide change of hours from 4.25 to 5 hours per day effective September 1, 2005. 

Approve the change of civil service title of School Secretary for the Assistant Principal of the high school from Stenographer effective September 7, 2005.

Approve the appointment of Robert Rysinger as substitute custodial/courier at a salary of $8.50/hr., as needed, effective September 7, 2005.

Approve the appointment of Robin Weymers as substitute bus monitor at a salary of $7.75/hr., as needed, effective September 7, 2005.

Approve the change of step & salary of Beth Laskoski .6 AIS teacher at the high school at a salary of $47,613 (MA-3) prorated effective September 1, 2005. This change reflects the GTA contract.

Approve the appointment of Sharlene Bischof as temporary school secretary at the high school at a salary of $13.44/hr. for 8 hours per day, effective August 22, 2005. Ms. Bischof is replacing Marie Coluccio and appointment is pending results of civil service test.

Approve the appointment of Jessica Weir as Girls Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach at a salary of $4,080 (Schedule B Step D) effective August 29, 2005. Mrs. Weir is replacing Carmina Carlucci.

Approve the appointment of the 2005/06 Winter Coach Athletic Stipends

EVENING HIGH SCHOOL APPOINTMENTS

Approve the appointment of Sylvia Carlisle as Evening High School Administrator at a salary of $41.00/hr., for 3.5 hours per evening for 2 evenings per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Ms. Carlisle is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Roger Kalin as Evening High School Lead Teacher at a salary of $39.00/hr., for 3.5 hours per evening, 2 evenings per week, effective 2005/06 school year. Mr. Kalin is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Michael Isseks as Evening High School substitute administrator at a salary of $33.00/hr., as needed, effective the 2005/06 school year.

Approve the appointment of Norma Murphy as Evening High School secretary for 2 hours per evening for 4 evenings a week at a salary of $22.00/hr. effective 2005/06 school year. Ms. Murphy is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Patricia Grandolfo as Evening High School English 12 teacher at a salary of $32.00/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for 1 evening per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Ms. Grandolfo is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Kristin Green as Evening High School library aide at a salary of $11.28/hr. for 2.5 hours per evening for two evenings per week, effective the 2005/06 school year . Ms. Green is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Heidi Lawrence as Evening High School Math teacher at a salary of $31.00/hr., for 3.5 hours evening, for 1 evening per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Ms. Lawrence is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Charles Nuara as GED Social Studies/American History teacher at a salary of $35.00/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for two evenings per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Mr. Nuara is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Mel Sharp as Evening High School Social Studies teacher at a salary of $31.00/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for two evenings per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Mr. Sharp is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Paul Tenney as GED Teacher/English at a salary of $36.00/hr. for 3.5 hours per evening, for one evening per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Mr. Tenney is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Jessica Weir as Evening High School tutor/testing at a salary of $36.00/hr. for 2.5 hours per evening, as needed, effective the 2005/06 school year. Ms. Weir is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Betsy Xanthis as Evening High School English 11 teacher at a salary of $31.00/hr., for 3.5 hours per evening, for 1 evening per week, effective the 2005/06 school year. Mrs. Xanthis is returning to this position.

Approve the appointment of Gail Frey as Evening High School security at a salary of $51.00/per evening for 3 hours per evening, effective the 2005/06 school year. Ms. Frey is returning to this one evening position and filling the one evening position of Sterling Ponder.

Approve the appointment of Diane Jacob as Evening High School substitute security at $51.00/per evening for 3 hours per evening, as needed, effective the 2005/06 school year.

Approve the appointment of Marlin Maduras as Freshman English 1 & 2 (OCCC Course) at $31.00/per hour for 3.5 hours per evening for 1 evening per week, effective the 2005/06 school year.

Approve the disposal of obsolete equipment. (see official minutes)

Approve the extension of Gillette Creamery as ice cream vending bid for the second year in a row. 

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On a motion by Marty Knapp and seconded by Alvin Watson, 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:

Catherine Mulvihill, Christy Bolsenbroek, Cynthia Ventura, Roselle MacKenzie, Christine Battista, Jeanne Bouchard, Robert Rysinger, Robin Weymers, Honor Shea, Jennifer Clearwaters. 

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.

The Board briefly discussed the upcoming Board Workshop to discuss committees and goals scheduled for Saturday, September 10, 2005, at 9:00 a.m. After discussion, the time was changed to 8:30 a.m.

On a motion by Robert Kish and seconded by Marty Knapp upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education amends the purpose of the scheduled Executive Session on September 19, 2005 for the purpose of work history of particular employees. AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

Mr. Esposito moved discussion on Budget Development Calendar to this portion of the meeting.

Mr. Reese recommended that the Budget Development Calendar be reformatted. One third of the calendar deals with internal preparation from administration. The academic report and scoring will be reported to the Board as in the past. 

The budget presentations would begin to be presented to the Board in January. The streamlined calendar will be available during the workshop on Saturday. The workshop will include a “State of the Schools” report, which will help formulate the goals for the Board of Education for 2005/06. The focus this year is more contact time with students.

On a motion by Robert Kish and seconded by Marty Knapp upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education accepts the Terms & Agreement for Non-Bargaining Unit Employees as presented. AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

On a motion by Michael Stroka and seconded by Marty Knapp upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education approves the entry of the names of the 2005 Summer Graduate in the Board of Education Minutes. AYES 6 NAYS 0
Motion carried.

On a motion by Judy Green and seconded by Michael Stroka the Board of Education agrees to submit the letter in support of the SLN and NYSSBA request for support of new legislation regarding reauthorization of the Individuals with Disability Education Act 
(IDEA). AYES 6 NAYS 0 Motion carried.

A community member remarked about the Times Herald Record article on the availability of substitutes for districts. 

Mrs. Unhjem mentioned that a professional company will be scoring mandated tests for the District, which will not require teachers to be pulled from the classroom.

A community member asked about fingerprinting and if the District would consider fingerprinting substitutes who were included in the grandfather timeline.

She also asked if training could be offered to substitutes on lock downs and other safety measures.

Mrs. Unhjem mentioned a new substitute program is being introduced to the District. A new orientation program will be offered as needed.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:41 p.m. on a motion by Robert Kish and seconded by Marty Knapp to go into Executive Session with no intent to return for the purpose of work history of particular employees.

Respectfully submitted,
Cynthia M. Curry
District Clerk