May 8 Board of Education Meeting

Scotia-Glenville Central School District

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Monday, May, 8 2023

Board call
5:30 PM –Audit Committee Meeting
6:15 PM – Executive Session
7:00 PM –Regular Session: Middle School Cafeteria

Scotia-Glenville Mission Statement

The Scotia-Glenville Central School District is committed to providing an environment which allows students to realize their full potential and thus prepares them for life in an ever- changing world. In the tradition of excellence, Board of Education, administration, staff, parents, business and community members will continue to ensure that our educational system fulfills the needs of our students.

AGENDA

  1. Roll Call: Bucciferro, Carbone, Frederick, Massaro, Orr, H. Talbot, K. Talbot
  2. Pledge of Allegiance
  3. Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
  4. Superintendent’s Comments (Susan M. Swartz, Superintendent of Schools)
  5. Accountability Update (Karen Swain, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction)
  6. Reports/Update: CAPSBA  Legislative Liaison  PTA Council  Audit Committee Board of Education Policy Committee  Board of Education Goals  Budget
  7. Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donations for various High School Award Scholarships

    Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated May 2, 2023, regarding accepting and appropriating the Gifts and Donations listed to be applied to various High School Scholarship Awards, as submitted.

  8. Resolution: Award Electrical Contract for Glen-Worden Elementary School Electrical Service Upgrade and 2022-2023 Capital Outlay Contract Award

    Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the award for Glen-Worden Electrical Service Upgrade and 2022-2023 Capital Outlay Contract to BW Electrical Services, LLC, as submitted.

  9. Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donation from Glendaal Elementary School PTA

    Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated May 3, 2023, regarding accepting and appropriating the Gift and Donation from Glendaal Elementary School PTA to be used for Arts in Education programs, increasing the BOCES Arts in Education Account (A211049401) in the amount of $2,496.32, as submitted.

  10. Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Funds from Schoharie Area Workers’ Compensation Consortium

    Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated May, 5, 2023, accepting and appropriating funds from Schoharie Area Workers’ Compensation Consortium in the amount of $2,500.00 to Scotia-Glenville CSD for reimbursement of Treasurer’s duties performed by Sheri Tyrell as acting Treasurer for SAWCP, as submitted.

  11. Request for Overnight Field Trip: Senior High School Spanish Club to Puerto Rico, U.S. Territory – February 17, 2024 – February 22, 2024

    Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request for the overnight field trip of the Senior High School Spanish Club and chaperones to Puerto Rico, U.S. Territory from February 17, 2024 to February 22, 2024, at no cost to the district, as submitted.

  12. Appoint Additional Poll Clerks and Inspectors for the Annual District Election

    Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education appoint the list of Poll Clerks and Inspectors for the Annual District Election on May 16, 2023, as submitted.

  13. Communications

    1. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the resignation of Lisa Kahrs, PPS Teacher Aide (Middle School), effective c.o.b. May 3, 2023, with appreciation for her service to the district.

    2. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the request for a leave of absence of Trevor Cooper, General Mechanic (Buildings and Grounds), effective c.o.b. May 8, 2023, to accept the position of Maintenance Mechanic (Buildings and Grounds), as submitted.

    3. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Jamie Brown, School Bus Driver (Transportation), effective c.o.b. May 16, 2023, with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted.

    4. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Shannon D’Aurizio, Special Education Teacher (Middle School), effective c.o.b. June 30, 2023, with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted.

    5. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the request for an unpaid leave of absence of Brianna Thomas, Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher (Middle School), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, as submitted.

    6. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Charles Smullen, Delivery Truck Driver (Buildings and Grounds), effective c.o.b. July 5, 2023, with appreciation for his service to the district, as submitted.

    7. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the request for a leave of absence of Jennifer Duane, Executive Secretary I (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. July 28, 2023, to accept the position of Executive Secretary II (Senior High School), as submitted.

  14. Report of Superintendent
    a. Staffing

    1. Superintendent’s Recommendation: approve the 2023-2024 salary list rates and stipends for the following employees, as submitted: Management Confidential Employees

    2. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Rebecca Penn as Special Education Teacher (Senior High School), effective September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2026, with 2023- 2024 salary to be at the rate of $67,325 (Step 14 +M). Ms. Penn has Permanent certification.

    3. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Marilyn Johnson as Special Education Classroom Substitute Teacher (Senior High School), effective March 3, 2023 through March 30, 2023 at the rate of $123.00 (day 1 through 20), then March 31, 2023 through June 23, 2023 with the 2022-2023 salary to be at the rate of $415.12 (Step 22) for days worked.

    4. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the provisional appointment of Jennifer Duane as Executive Secretary II (Senior High School), in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective July 29, 2023, with 2023-2024 salary to be at the rate of $18.45/hour, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, 12-month.

    5. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the provisional appointment of Trevor Cooper as Maintenance Mechanic (Buildings and Grounds), in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective May 9, 2023, with 2022-2023 salary to be at the rate of $26.50/hour, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, 12-month.

    6. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the 2022-2023 Advanced Placement Testing stipends for the following individuals:

      Lise Williams

      Advanced Placement Coordinator

      $250.00

      Bruce Anderson

      Advanced Placement Lead Proctor

      $125.00

      David Langdon

      A.P. Services for Students w/ Disabilities

      $ 50.00

      Lynn Casey

      Advanced Placement Recordkeeping

      $ 50.00

    7. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the 2022-2023 spring coaching appointment of Jeffrey Paolozzi as Volunteer Modified Baseball Coach, Step 0 ($0).

    8. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Sandy Piraino as Senior High Athletic Contest Chaperone for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year, at the rate of $20.00/hour.

  15. Routine Business
    1. Placement of Children with Disabilities
    2. Minutes: Regular Meeting (April 3, 2023) and Special Meeting (April 19, 2023)
    3. Treasurer’s Reports: February 2023 and March 2023
  16. Other Business
  17. Hearing

In accordance with Policy #1230, privilege of the floor will be extended at this time to any person in attendance. The time allowed, protocol and procedures are outlined in the “Welcome to a Meeting of the Board of Education” brochure.

The Board may adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel and/or negotiations.

Minutes

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Scotia-Glenville Central School District was held in the Cafeteria of the Middle School, in said district on May 8, 2023

President Talbot called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m.

Present:   Bucciferro, Carbone, Frederick, Massaro, Orr, H. Talbot, K. Talbot, Superintendent Swartz, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Swain, Business Manager Giaquinto

Absent:   none

MOVED by Frederick, SECONDED by Bucciferro, that the Board of Education adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel.

Roll Call
Ayes: 7
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED

The Board adjourned to Executive Session at 6:20 p.m. and returned to Open Session at 7:18 p.m. District Clerk DeLong was present during the Open Session.  Mr. Bucciferro left after the Executive Session.

Pledge of Allegiance

Hearing/Privilege of the Floor

None

Superintendent’s Comments (Susan M. Swartz, Superintendent of Schools)

Superintendent Swartz reported to the Board that she had an opportunity to attend three events this week (a unified basketball game, the districtwide book fair and the girl’s softball “pink out” game).  All events were wonderful.

Accountability Update (Karen Swain, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction)

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Swain gave an update to the Board on the District’s accountability.  She explained how procedures have changed under ESSA and reported on the position the District is in.

Reports/Update: CAPSBA – Legislative Liaison – PTA Council – Audit Committee – Board of Education Policy Committee – Board of Education Goals – Budget 

CAPSBA- Mr. Talbot reported that they are still in the process of working with other boards to get this back up and running.

Legislative Liaison- Mr. Frederick reported that the State passed its budget earlier this week.

PTA Council- The meeting has been moved to next week- they are currently looking for a president and vice-president for next year.

Audit Committee- The committee met this evening on the risk assessment and Medicaid audits.  They will meet with West & Co. on the 22nd for the pre-engagement for the external audit.

Policy Committee- They have finished with the 6000’s and are moving on to the 7000’s.

BOE Goals- The Board continues to work on communication and also the Superintendent’s evaluation.

Budget- The vote is May 16th from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the high school.

MOVED by Orr, SECONDED by Frederick, that the Board of Education accept/approve the following items:

Resolution:  Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donations for various High School Award Scholarships

Approve the Resolution, dated May 2, 2023, regarding accepting and appropriating the Gifts and Donations listed to be applied to various High School Scholarship Awards, as submitted.  (This resolution is contained as Appendix A to these minutes).

Resolution:  Award Electrical Contract for Glen-Worden Elementary School Electrical Service Upgrade and 2022-2023 Capital Outlay Contract Award

Accept the award for Glen-Worden Electrical Service Upgrade and 2022-2023 Capital Outlay Contract to BW Electrical Services, LLC, as submitted.  (This resolution is contained as Appendix B to these minutes).

Resolution:  Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donation from Glendaal Elementary School PTA

Approve the Resolution, dated May 3, 2023, regarding accepting and appropriating the Gift and Donation from Glendaal Elementary School PTA to be used for Arts in Education programs, increasing the BOCES Arts in Education Account (A211049401) in the amount of $2,496.32, as submitted.  (This resolution is contained as Appendix C to these minutes).

Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
ABSTAIN: k. TALBOT (from #7)
MOTION CARRIED

Resolution:  Accept and Appropriate Funds from Schoharie Area Workers’ Compensation Consortium

MOVED by Massaro, SECONDED by Frederick that the Board of Education approve the Resolution, dated May, 5, 2023, accepting and appropriating funds from Schoharie Area Workers’ Compensation Consortium in the amount of $2,500.00 to Scotia-Glenville CSD for reimbursement of Treasurer’s duties performed by Sheri Tyrell as acting Treasurer for SAWCP, as submitted.  (This resolution is contained as Appendix D to these minutes).

Roll Call
Ayes: 6
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED

Request for Overnight Field Trip:  Senior High School Spanish Club to Puerto Rico, U.S. Territory – February 17, 2024 – February 22, 2024

MOVED by Frederick, SECONDED by K. Talbot, that the Board of Education approve the request for the overnight field trip of the Senior High School Spanish Club and chaperones to Puerto Rico, U.S. Territory from February 17, 2024 to February 22, 2024, at no cost to the district, as submitted.  (This request is contained as Appendix E to these minutes).

Roll Call
Ayes: 6
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED

Appoint Additional Poll Clerks and Inspectors for the Annual District Election

MOVED by K. Talbot, SECONDED by Orr, that the Board of Education appoint the list of Poll Clerks and Inspectors for the Annual District Election on May 16, 2023, as submitted.  (This list is contained as Appendix F to these minutes).

Roll Call
Ayes: 6
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED

MOVED by Carbone, SECONDED by K. Talbot, that the Board of Education accept/approve the following items:

Communications        

  1. Accept the resignation of Lisa Kahrs, PPS Teacher Aide (Middle School), effective c.o.b. May 3, 2023, with appreciation for her service to the district.
  2. Accept the request for a leave of absence of Trevor Cooper, General Mechanic (Buildings and Grounds), effective c.o.b. May 8, 2023, to accept the position of Maintenance Mechanic (Buildings and Grounds), as submitted. (This request is contained as Appendix G to these minutes).
  3. Accept the letter of resignation of Jamie Brown, School Bus Driver (Transportation), effective c.o.b. May 16, 2023, with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted. (This request is contained as Appendix H to these minutes).
  4. Accept the letter of resignation of Shannon D’Aurizio, Special Education Teacher (Middle School), effective c.o.b. June 30, 2023, with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted. (This letter is contained as Appendix I to these minutes).
  5. Accept the request for an unpaid leave of absence of Brianna Thomas, Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher (Middle School), effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, as submitted. (This request is contained as Appendix J to these minutes).
  6. Accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Charles Smullen, Delivery Truck Driver (Buildings and Grounds), effective c.o.b. July 5, 2023, with appreciation for his service to the district, as submitted. (This letter is contained as Appendix K to these minutes).
  7. Accept the request for a leave of absence of Jennifer Duane, Executive Secretary I (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. July 28, 2023, to accept the position of Executive Secretary II (Senior High School), as submitted. (This request is contained as Appendix L to these minutes).

Report of Superintendent

a. Staffing

1) Approve the 2023-2024 salary list rates and stipends for the following employees, as submitted:

Management Confidential Employees
(This list is contained as Appendix M to these minutes)

2) Approve the probationary appointment of Rebecca Penn as Special Education Teacher (Senior High School), effective September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2026, with 2023-2024 salary to be at the rate of $67,325 (Step 14 +M). Penn has Permanent certification.

3) Approve the appointment of Marilyn Johnson as Special Education Classroom Substitute Teacher (Senior High School), effective March 3, 2023 through March 30, 2023 at the rate of $123.00 (day 1 through 20), then March 31, 2023 through June 23, 2023 with the 2022-2023 salary to be at the rate of $415.12 (Step 22) for days worked.

4) Approve the provisional appointment of Jennifer Duane as Executive Secretary II (Senior High School), in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective July 29, 2023, with 2023-2024 salary to be at the rate of $18.45/hour, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, 12-month.

5)  Approve the provisional appointment of Trevor Cooper as Maintenance Mechanic (Buildings and Grounds), in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective May 9, 2023, with 2022-2023 salary to be at the rate of $26.50/hour, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, 12-month.

6)   Approve the 2022-2023 Advanced Placement Testing stipends for the following individuals:

Lise Williams            Advanced Placement Coordinator                    $250.00
Bruce Anderson       Advanced Placement Lead Proctor                   $125.00
David Langdon         A.P. Services for Students w/ Disabilities        $  50.00
Lynn Casey                Advanced Placement Recordkeeping              $  50.00

7) Approve the 2022-2023 spring coaching appointment of Jeffrey Paolozzi as Volunteer Modified Baseball Coach, Step 0 ($0).

8)   Approve the appointment of Sandy Piraino as Senior High Athletic Contest Chaperone for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year, at the rate of $20.00/hour.

Routine Business                                                                             

  1. Placement of Children with DisabilitiesAccept the Placement of Children with Disabilities as recommended by the Committees on Preschool Special Education and Special Education in their report dated 05/08/2023.
  2. Minutes: Regular Meeting (April 3, 2023)
                     Special Meeting (April 19, 2023)

    Roll Call
    Ayes: 6
    Noes: 0
    MOTION CARRIED
  3. Treasurer’s Reports: February 2023 and March 2023

President Talbot noted receipt of the Treasurer’s Reports.  (These reports are contained as Appendix N to these minutes).

Other Business

Superintendent Swartz reminded the Board that the school’s attorney will be present on June 12th to do a board training.

Hearing/Privilege of the Floor

None

MOVED by K. Talbot, SECONDED by Carbone, that the meeting be adjourned.    

Roll Call
Ayes: 6
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED

The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.

 

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