Scotia-Glenville Central School District
Monday, May 23, 2022
- 5:30 PM – Audit Committee Meeting
- 6:30 PM – To Entertain a Motion to go into 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, Feinberg, Frederick, Massaro, H. Talbot, K. Talbot
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
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.
4. Superintendent’s Comments – (Susan Swartz, Superintendent of Schools)
5. Report of Inspectors of Budget Vote and Election
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the report of the Inspectors of the Election certifying the results of the budget vote held on May 17, 2022, as follows:
1) Resolution to approve the 2022-2023 Budget in the amount of $60,274,949:
Yes: 933
No: 338
Total: 1271
2) Resolution to approve the School Bus Purchase Proposition to purchase three school buses, in the amount of $385,000:
Yes: 966
No: 307
Total: 1273
3) Board of Election Candidates:
- Kim Talbot, 778 votes
- Emily Orr, 654 votes
- Dan Feinberg, 519 votes
- Eric Potts, 379 votes
6. Accept Third Fiscal Projection for 2021-2022
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the Third Fiscal Projection for 2021-2022 with the supporting Revenue and Budget Status Reports and Summary Variance Analysis and Fund Balance Projection, as submitted.
7. Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donation from Library of Congress’ Surplus Books Program
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution regarding accepting and appropriating the Gift and Donation from the Library of Congress’ Surplus Books Program, donating various books to Scotia-Glenville School District, as submitted.
8. Resolution: Accept attached Donation List for various High School Award Scholarships
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the attached donation list to be applied to various High School scholarship awards, as submitted.
9. Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donation from Sacandaga Elementary School PTA
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the Resolution regarding accepting and appropriating the Gift and Donation from Sacandaga Elementary School PTA to be used for Arts in Education programs, increasing the BOCES Arts in Education Account (A211049401) in the amount of $1,296.46, as submitted.
10. Resolution: Approve IHO Appointment
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Impartial Hearing Officer Michael Lazan in a special education impartial hearing pursuant to the Board’s compensation policy and pursuant to the Regulations of the Commissioner of the New York State Education Department section 200.5(j)(3)(ii).
11. Communications
a. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the request for a leave of absence of Jessica Lamphere, School Psychologist (Middle School), effective May 11, 2022 through June 30, 2022, as submitted.
b. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Morgan Hubbard, Special Education Teacher (Senior High School), effective June 30, 2022 with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted.
c. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Kathryn Dimichino, Special Education Teacher (Lincoln Elementary), in order to accept the position of Classroom Teacher (Lincoln Elementary), effective August 31, 2022, as submitted.
d. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Diane Hartman, Sr. Stenographer (District Office), effective c.o.b. August 26, 2022, with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted.
12. Report of Superintendent
a. Tenure Recommendations
1) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Megan Johnson, professionally certified in Biology Grades 7-12 and professionally certified as a School District Leader, be granted tenure as Department Administrator, effective August 20, 2022
2) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Rachel Ciotoli, professionally certified in Music K-12, be granted tenure as a Music Teacher (grades K-12), effective November 5, 2022
3) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Melissa Clark, professionally certified in Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as an Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2022
4) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Tracy Clark, provisionally certified as a School Social Worker, be granted tenure as a School Social Worker, effective September 1, 2022.
5) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Erica Cullen, permanently certified as a School Social Worker, be granted tenure as a School Social Worker, effective September 1, 2022.
6) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Brett Daley, professionally certified in Childhood Education Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as an Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2022.
7) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Elizabeth Foley, professionally certified in Students with Disabilities Grades 5-9 Generalist, be granted tenure as a Special Education Teacher, effective April 1, 2022.
8) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Holly Gatto, permanently certified in Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as an Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2022.
9) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Jason Kritz, professionally certified in Physical Education K-12, be granted tenure as a Physical Education Teacher (grades K-12), effective September 1, 2022.
10) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Chelsea Murphy, professionally certified in English Language Arts Grades 7-12, be granted tenure as an English Teacher (grades 7-12), effective September 1, 2022.
11) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Shay Prins, permanently certified as a School Psychologist, be granted tenure as a School Psychologist, effective September 1, 2022.
12) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Glen Reynolds, permanently certified in German Grades 7-12, be granted tenure as a German Teacher (grades 7-12), effective December 16, 2022.
13) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Kerry Saati, professionally certified in English Grades 7-12, be granted tenure as an English Teacher (grades 7- 12), effective September 1, 2022.
14) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Marika Tierney, professionally certified in Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as a Special Education Teacher (grades 1-6), effective September 1, 2022.
15) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Sarahanne Timian, permanently certified in Speech and Hearing Handicapped, be granted tenure as a Speech/Language Teacher, effective September 1, 2022.
16) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Kelsey Cappello, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
17) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Rachel Frederick, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
18) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Melinda Kinney, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
19) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Leah Lapczenski, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September, 1, 2022.
20) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Katherine Lippiello, who holds a renewed Teaching Assistant Level I certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
21) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That Maria Wagner, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
b. Staffing
1) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Sylvi Joseph, Director of Technology (District Wide) in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective July 1, 2022, with 2022-2023 salary to be at the annual rate of $98,000.00 (12 month).
2) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the probationary appointment of Kathryn Dimichino as First Grade Teacher (Lincoln Elementary), effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2025, with the 2022-2023 salary to be at the annual rate of $66,569.00 (Step 14 +M + 2 Credits). Ms. Dimichino holds professional certification in Childhood Education Grades 1-6.
3) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the corrected 2022-2023 salary list rates and stipends for the following employees, as submitted:
Management Confidential Employees
4) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the appointment of Dana Cacchione as School Psychologist (Middle School), effective May 23, 2022 through June 30, 2022 providing up to five (5) Initial Evaluation Conduct for Pupil Personnel Services at the rate of $1,000.00 per evaluation.
5) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education increase the number of reevaluations for Dana Cacchione from 15 to 20, at the current rate of $500.00 per evaluation.
6) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the change in location assignment of Greta Brown from Teacher Aide at Middle School to Teacher Aide at Senior High School, effective May 17, 2022, with no change in hours or hourly rate for 2021-2022.
7) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the change in location and shift assignment of Jennifer Beatty from second shift Cleaner at the Senior High School to first shift Cleaner at the Middle School, effective May 24, 2022, with no change in salary for 2021-2022.
8) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following tutors for the 2021-2022 school year effective May 16, 2022:
- Ashley Baldwin
- Nancy Cousins
- Margaret Healy
9) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following 2021-2022 Kindergarten Screening Staff Roster and Salary List:
Staff/Approved up to number of days/Day Rate
- Stacy Bisanz. 1. $394.51.
- Julia Pyzik. 1. $297.14
- Alyssa Hart. 2. $245.58
- Lauren Remmers. 1. $308.33
- Renee Evenden. 2. $385.14
- Kim Mastroianni. 2. $241.60
- Erin Mocny. 2. $161.00
- Danielle Zizzo 2. $318.71
- Lauren Scavullo 1. $394.09
- Vicky Milkins 2.5. $281.94
- Shawn Logston. 2.5. $270.06
- JoAnne Reynolds. 2.5. $249.46
- Natasha Sweet. 2. $368.35
- Alyssa Hart. 1 $245.58.
- Betsy Williams. 2. $246.04
10) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following 2021-2022 spring coaching appointment:
Boys’ Lacrosse
- Varsity Volunteer Assistant David Lippiello Step 0 -0-
11) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the attached list of additional substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, as submitted.
13. Routine Business
a. Placement of Children with Disabilities
b. Treasurer’s Report – March 2022
c. InternalClaimsAuditor’sReport/Warrants/WarrantReportException
Payroll Warrants
- #61. 5/06/22. $1,098,282.92
Check Warrants
- A-54. 4/15/22. $890,967.09
- H-8. 4/15/22. $56,813.34
d. Budget Transfers – April 2022
e. Minutes:
14. Other Business
15. Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
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 23, 2022.
President Bucciferro called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Present: Bucciferro, Carbone, Feinberg, Frederick, H. Talbot, Superintendent Swartz, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Swain, Business Manager Giaquinto
Absent: Massaro, K.
MOVED by Frederick, SECONDED by H. Talbot, that the Board of Education adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to contracts and negotiations.
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
The Board adjourned to Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. and returned to Open Session at 7:05 p.m.
District Clerk DeLong was present for the Open Session.
Pledge of Allegiance
Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
None
Superintendent’s Comments (Susan M. Swartz, Superintendent of Schools)
Superintendent Swartz introduced Sylvie Joseph, the new Director of Technology and also Rachel Ciotoli and Brett Campbell, tenure recipients.
Report of Inspectors of Budget Vote and Election
MOVED by Feinberg, SECONDED by Carbone, that the Board of Education accept the report of the Inspectors of the Election certifying the results of the budget vote held on May 17, 2022, as follows:
1) Resolution to approve the 2022-2023 Budget in the amount of $60,274,949:
Yes: 933 No: 338 Total: 1271
2) Resolution to approve the School Bus Purchase Proposition to purchase three school buses, in the amount of $385,000:
Yes: 966 No: 307 Total: 1273
3) Board of Election Candidates:
Kim Talbot 778 votes
Emily Orr 654 votes
Dan Feinber(g 519 votes
Eric Potts 379 votes
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Accept Third Fiscal Projection for 2021-2022
MOVED by Frederick, SECONDED by H. Talbot that the Board of Education accept the Third Fiscal Projection for 2021-2022 with the supporting Revenue and Budget Status Reports and Summary Variance Analysis and Fund Balance Projection, as submitted. (This report is contained as Appendix A to these minutes).
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donation from Library of Congress’ Surplus Books Program
MOVED by Frederick, SECONDED by Fienberg, that the Board of Education approve the Resolution regarding accepting and appropriating the Gift and Donation from the Library of Congress’ Surplus Books Program, donating various books to Scotia-Glenville School District, as submitted. (This resolution is contained as Appendix B to these minutes).
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Resolution: Accept attached Donation List for various High School Award Scholarships
MOVED by H. Talbot, SECONDED by Carbone, that the Board of Education accept the attached donation list to be applied to various High School scholarship awards, as submitted. (This resolution is contained as Appendix C to these minutes).
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Resolution: Accept and Appropriate Gift and Donation from Sacandaga Elementary School PTA
MOVED by Feinberg, SECONDED by Frederick, that the Board of Education approve the Resolution regarding accepting and appropriating the Gift and Donation from Sacandaga Elementary School PTA to be used for Arts in Education programs, increasing the BOCES Arts in Education Account (A211049401) in the amount of $1,296.46, as submitted. (This resolution is contained as Appendix D to these minutes).
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Resolution: Approve IHO Appointment
MOVED by H. Talbot, SECONDED by Feinberg, that the Board of Education approve the appointment of Impartial Hearing Officer Michael Lazan in a special education impartial hearing pursuant to the Board’s compensation policy and pursuant to the Regulations of the Commissioner of the New York State Education Department section 200.5(j)(3)(ii). (This resolution is contained as Appendix E to these minutes).
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
MOVED by Carbone, SECONDED by H. Talbot, that the Board of Education accept/approve the following items:
Communications
a. Accept the request for a leave of absence of Jessica Lamphere, School Psychologist (Middle School), effective May 11, 2022 through June 30, 2022, as submitted. (This request is contained as Appendix F to these minutes).
b. Accept the letter of resignation of Morgan Hubbard, Special Education Teacher (Senior High School), effective June 30, 2022 with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted. (This letter is contained as Appendix G to these minutes).
c. Accept the letter of resignation of Kathryn Dimichino, Special Education Teacher (Lincoln Elementary), in order to accept the position of Classroom Teacher (Lincoln Elementary), effective August 31, 2022, as submitted. (This letter is contained as Appendix H to these minutes).
d. Accept the letter of resignation for retirement purposes of Diane Hartman, Sr. Stenographer (District Office), effective c.o.b. August 26, 2022, with appreciation for her service to the district, as submitted. (This letter is contained as Appendix I to these minutes).
Ms. Carbone thanked Ms. Hartman for her thirty years of service and congratulated her on her retirement.
Report of Superintendent
a. Tenure Recommendations
1) That Megan Johnson, professionally certified in Biology Grades 7-12 and professionally certified as a School District Leader, be granted tenure as Department Administrator, effective August 20, 2022
2) That Rachel Ciotoli, professionally certified in Music K-12, be granted tenure as a Music Teacher (grades K-12), effective November 5, 2022
3) That Melissa Clark, professionally certified in Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as an Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2022
4) That Tracy Clark, provisionally certified as a School Social Worker, be granted tenure as a School Social Worker, effective September 1, 2022.
5) That Erica Cullen, permanently certified as a School Social Worker, be granted tenure as a School Social Worker, effective September 1, 2022.
6) That Brett Daley, professionally certified in Childhood Education Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as an Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2022.
7) That Elizabeth Foley, professionally certified in Students with Disabilities Grades 5-9 Generalist, be granted tenure as a Special Education Teacher, effective April 1, 2022.
8) That Holly Gatto, permanently certified in Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as an Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2022.
9) That Jason Kritz, professionally certified in Physical Education K-12, be granted tenure as a Physical Education Teacher (grades K-12), effective September 1, 2022.
10) That Chelsea Murphy, professionally certified in English Language Arts Grades 7-12, be granted tenure as an English Teacher (grades 7-12), effective September 1, 2022.
11) That Shay Prins, permanently certified as a School Psychologist, be granted tenure as a School Psychologist, effective September 1, 2022.
12) That Glen Reynolds, permanently certified in German Grades 7-12, be granted tenure as a German Teacher (grades 7-12), effective December 16, 2022.
13) That Kerry Saati, professionally certified in English Grades 7-12, be granted tenure as an English Teacher (grades 7-12), effective September 1, 2022.
14) That Marika Tierney, professionally certified in Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6, be granted tenure as a Special Education Teacher (grades 1-6), effective September 1, 2022.
15) That Sarahanne Timian, permanently certified in Speech and Hearing Handicapped, be granted tenure as a Speech/Language Teacher, effective September 1, 2022.
16) That Kelsey Cappello, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
17) That Rachel Frederick, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
18) That Melinda Kinney, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
19) That Leah Lapczenski, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September, 1, 2022.
20) That Katherine Lippiello, who holds a renewed Teaching Assistant Level I certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
21) That Maria Wagner, who holds a Teaching Assistant Level III certificate, be granted tenure as a Teaching Assistant, effective September 1, 2022.
b. Staffing
1) Approve the appointment of Sylvi Joseph, Director of Technology (District Wide) in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective July 1, 2022, with 2022-2023 salary to be at the annual rate of $98,000.00 (12 month).
2) Approve the probationary appointment of Kathryn Dimichino as First Grade Teacher (Lincoln Elementary), effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2025, with the 2022-2023 salary to be at the annual rate of $66,569.00 (Step 14 +M + 2 Credits). Ms. Dimichino holds professional certification in Childhood Education Grades 1-6.
3) Approve the corrected 2022-2023 salary list rates and stipends for the following employees, as submitted:
Management Confidential Employees
(This list is contained as Appendix J to these minutes)
4) Approve the appointment of Dana Cacchione as School Psychologist (Middle School), effective May 23, 2022 through June 30, 2022 providing up to five (5) Initial Evaluation Conduct for Pupil Personnel Services at the rate of $1,000.00 per evaluation.
5) Increase the number of reevaluations for Dana Cacchione from 15 to 20, at the current rate of $500.00 per evaluation.
6) Approve the change in location assignment of Greta Brown from Teacher Aide at Middle School to Teacher Aide at Senior High School, effective May 17, 2022, with no change in hours or hourly rate for 2021-2022.
7) Approve the change in location and shift assignment of Jennifer Beatty from second shift Cleaner at the Senior High School to first shift Cleaner at the Middle School, effective May 24, 2022, with no change in salary for 2021-2022.
8) Approve the following tutors for the 2021-2022 school year effective May 16, 2022:
Ashley Baldwin Nancy Cousins Margaret Healy
9) Approve the following 2021-2022 Kindergarten Screening Staff Roster and Salary List:
Staff Approved up to number of days Day Rate
Stacy Bisanz 1 $394.51
Julia Pyzik 1 $297.14
Alyssa Hart 2 $245.58
Lauren Remmers 1 $308.33
Renee Evenden 2 $385.14
Kim Mastroianni 2 $241.60
Erin Mocny 2 $161.00
Danielle Zizzo 2 $318.71
Lauren Scavullo 1 $394.09
Vicky Milkins 2.5 $281.94
Shawn Logston 2.5 $270.06
JoAnne Reynolds 2.5 $249.46
Natasha Sweet 2 $368.35
Alyssa Hart 1 $245.58
Betsy Williams 2 $246.04
10) Approve the following 2021-2022 spring coaching appointment:
Boys’ Lacrosse
Varsity Volunteer Assistant David Lippiello Step 0 -0-
11) Approve the attached list of additional substitutes for the 2021-2022 school year, as submitted. (This list is contained as Appendix K to these minutes).
Routine Business
a. Placement of Children with Disabilities
Accept the Placement of Children with Disabilities as recommended by the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Pre-school Special Education in their reports dated May 23, 2022.
b. Treasurer’s Report – March 2022
President Bucciferro noted receipt of the Treasurer’s Report. (This report is contained as Appendix L to these minutes).
c. Internal Claims Auditor’s Report/Warrants/Warrant Report Exception
Payroll Warrants
#61 5/06/22 $1,098,282.92
Check Warrants
A-54 4/15/22 $890,967.09
H-8 4/15/22 $56,813.34
President Bucciferro noted receipt of the Internal Claims Auditor’s Report/Warrants/Warrant Report Exceptions. (These reports are contained as Appendix M to these minutes).
d. Budget Transfers – April 2022
President Bucciferro noted receipt of the Budget Transfers. (These reports are contained as Appendix N to these minutes).
e. Minutes: Regular Meeting – April 11, 2022
Regular Meeting – April 27, 2022
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
Other Business
Superintendent Swartz reminded everyone that the Senior Awards Ceremony will be on June 3rd at 8:00 a.m.
Hearing/Privilege of the Floor
None
.MOVED by Frederick, SECONDED by Carbone, that the meeting be adjourned.
Roll Call
Ayes: 5
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
Bobbie DeLong, District Clerk