Scotia-Glenville Central School District
District Office
Special Meeting of the Board of Education
Monday, November 23, 2009
6:00 PM – Executive Session
7:00 PM – Open Session
Library Media Center
Middle School
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.
1. Roll Call. Carbone, Benedetto, Conlon, Normington, Smith, Yagielski
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. Discussion: First Round Anticipated Changes in Items for 2010-2011 Budget Development (Susan Swartz, Superintendent of Schools)
5. Discussion: Emergency Bus Purchase Authorization
6. Adopt the 2009-2010 Charge for the OPAL (Opportunities & Programs for Advanced Learners) Committee
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Charge for the 2009-2010 OPAL (Opportunities & Programs for Advanced Learners) Committee, as submitted.
7. Request for Overnight Field Trip – French 2, 3, and 4 Classes to Quebec City, Canada – March 16, 2010 to March 18, 2010
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request for the overnight trip of the French 2, 3, and 4 classes and chaperones to Quebec City, Canada, from March 16, 2010 to March 18, 2010, at no expense to the district.
8. Accept Budget Appropriation Status and Revenue Status Reports/Fund Balance (1st) Projection for 2009-2010 Fiscal Year
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the Budget Appropriation Status and Revenue Status Reports/Fund Balance (1st) Projection for 2009-2010 Fiscal Year, as submitted
9. Proposed Senior High School Student Club – Ping Pong Club
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following new organization for Senior High School student participation:
Ping Pong Club
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CONSENT ITEMS
10. Resolution: Accept the Report of the Tax Collector
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution contained in the Report of Tax Collections for 2009-2010 to accept the Report of the Tax Collector, as submitted.
11. Revised Resolution: Withdraw and Amend the 2008-2009 School Tax Rolls
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Revised Resolution, dated November 23, 2009, to withdraw and amend the 2008-2009 School Tax Rolls, as submitted.
12. Resolution: Agreement with Onondaga-Cortland-Madison (OCM) BOCES to Participate in Energy Purchasing Services
Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education adopt the Resolution, dated November 23, 2009, to Participate in Energy Purchasing Services with Onondaga-Cortland-Madison (OCM) BOCES and authorize the President of the Board to sign the agreement, as submitted.
CONSENT ITEMS (continued)
13. Communications
a. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the resignation for retirement purposes of Jean B. Ellis, Executive Secretary II (District Office), effective c.o.b. February 28, 2010, with appreciation for her service to the district.
b. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request of Deborah A. Croghan, Elementary Teacher (Glendaal Elementary School) for an unpaid leave of absence, in accordance with the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), to be used in half-day increments on an intermittent basis during the period November 19, 2009 through June 30, 2010.
c. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the request for an extension of an unpaid leave of absence for medical purpose of Cheryl Cotto, Cleaner (Middle School), through November 24, 2009.
d. Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education accept the letter of resignation of Roger Fallon, School Monitor (Senior High School), effective c.o.b. November 13, 2009, with appreciation for his service to the district.
14. Report of Superintendent
a. Staffing
1) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the regular substitute appointment of Benjamin T. Early as Science Teacher (Middle School), effective January 4, 2010 through June 30, 2010, with 2009-2010 annual salary to be at the rate of $43,002 (Step 3 +M +22). Mr. Early has initial certification.
2) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the increase in assignment of Jaclyn Barton, Teacher Aide (Glen-Worden Elementary School), from 7.5 hours/day to 7.75 hours/day, effective November 16, 2009 through June 30, 2010, with no change in current rate of pay.
3) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the part-time appointment of Misty Feulner as School Bus Driver (Transportation), effective November 24, 2009 through June 30, 2010, with 2009-2010 salary to be at the rate of $16.32/hour (2.25 hours/day).
4) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the part-time appointment of Harry Potter as Teacher Aide (Lincoln Elementary School), in accordance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations, effective November 24, 2009 through June 30, 2010, with 2009-2010 salary to be at the rate of $8.75/hour (31.75 hours/week).
CONSENT ITEMS (continued)
5) Superintendent’s Recommendation: That the Board of Education approve the following additional substitutes/tutors for the 2009-2010 School Year:
Substitute Teacher
Katherine Crosby
Maria McMunn
Paul Schwartz
Substitute Teaching Assistant
Katherine Crosby
Paul Schwartz
Substitute Teacher Aides
Neil St. Louis
*Darren Ogden
*Joyce O’Neil
Substitute School Monitors
Neil St. Louis
*Darren Ogden
*Joyce O’Neil
Tutor
Maria McMunn
Katherine Crosby
*This appointment is conditioned on the school district’s receipt of clearance for the employee from the State Education Department following a criminal history records check in accordance with the provision of Education Law §3035.
15. Routine Business
a. Placements of Children with Disabilities
b. Minutes: Special Meeting - September 22, 2009
16. Other Business
The Board may adjourn to Executive Session in order to discuss matters relating to personnel and/
or negotiations.