Central Valley School District Board of Education Regular Meeting April 11, :00 p.m. APPROVED

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1 The Board of Education s regular meeting was called to order by President Stephen Coupe, at 7:07 p.m., in the LGI at Central Valley Academy. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all those present. Members Present Stephen Coupe, Pres. William Lennox, Vice Pres. Vicki Judd Daniel LaLonde Walt Roginski Fred Schell Matthew Shedd Members Absent None Staff Present (those signing in) Dr. Richard J. Hughes Angela Rorick Lisa Alexander Fran LaPaglia Laura LiBritz Lori Slaughter, IMUT Jim Humphrey Brittani Canipe Jonna Costin Lisa Hoffman Maggie Wesolowski Connie Yardley Melissa Hoskey Andria Hartman Kimberly Obreza Aaron Carey Amy Brien Shannon Darrow Jeremy Kozak Kelly Macisco Karen Fogerty Dick Keeler Andrea Donahue Rebecca Fogerty Jeremy Rich Tammy Morgan Holly Markwardt Michele Pilla Mandy Knowles Kate Brien Garrett Olds Jessica Bowman Mary Day Barbara Lennox Holly White Shauna Michael Jodi Marusic Devon Rappa Sarah Enea Jeff Mower Brandy Vogel Patty Day Gina Kirkpatrick Julie Ball Nancie Cooney Kim Vitale Gina Scaparo Molly Ciallelo Tara Raux Lou Ann Garrison Shelly McCarthy, IMUT Debbie English Michelle DelConte Trish Murray Teresa Sponburgh Shannon Buttacaroli Jonathan Cole Amy Casale Kerri Chard Mary Thorp Ryan Canipe Jody Balash Jane Connors Susan Earl Cheryl Stack Noni Baum Guests Present (those signing in) Gail Hoffman Patricia Zink Donna Thompson Shannon Stewart Kelly Cave Kelly Rowland Allie Morgan Julie Dewan Erika Root Kristen Rich Bunny S. Paula Gravelding Jon Boucher Connor Day Sarah Hussein Diane Watkins Josh Watkins Trevor David Samantha LoCash Becky Dean Timmy Day Michelle Herringshaw Ian Markwardt Pat Brien Kathy Donahue Jenny Watkins Phil Bodwell Holly Yardley Lisa Lawton Brandon Ciallelo Terry Stanley Lisa Stanley Annmarie Wormuth Bill Wormuth Jody Janicki Valerie Day Michele Treen Heather H. Jaclyn McDowell Nancy Ratcliffe Ashley Ossont Jason Ossont Jane North Theresa S. Thomas Goldin Carol Lennon Rachel McCaw Lori Countryman Shannon Canipe Bonnie Danforth Patrick LaPorte Becky Kubecka Tim Day Matt Darrow Karen Steele Kristina Lindberg Anna Bunce Taylor Platts Austin Lindberg Abbey Sweeney Jacob Bunce Tracey Shaut Jack Hall Carol Ann Eysaman Jason Bunce Bella Bunce Cecilia Countryman Lyli Cirillo Kim Sanders Darrell Sanders Paige Guido Stacey Lally Donna White-Davis Cassandra Castle Karlee Davis Kristina Newtown Laura Corone Melanie Welch Cara Johnson Anne Schell Thad Luke Ben Girard Erica Johnson Michael McGraw Kevin Joyce David Rankins Travis Costin Scott W. Tyler B. Paul Donahue Melissa Smithson Deb Schoff

2 PRESENTATION Strategic Planning Jessica Bowman, Holly White, and Michele DelConte were in attendance as representatives of the district s Strategic Planning and Partners Team. They reviewed the district s mission statement and strategic goals to begin in the school year. Action steps for the implementation of each goal were explained. Dr. Rick Timbs, of the R.G. Timbs Advisory Group, Inc., worked with the planning and partners team throughout the development of the plan. Dr. Timbs thanked the district and the team members for their hard work and dedication to creating a plan that is focused on helping every student to be successful both in and out of the classroom. On behalf of the Board of Education, Mr. Coupe thanked Dr. Timbs for his efforts in assisting the district in this process. Mrs. Hoskey, Jarvis Middle School Principal, provided information on 8 th grade electives in the areas of Studio Art, DDP, Music, and Business. These additional offerings will provide an opportunity for students to earn high school credits by the end of 8 th grade. In addition, the STREAM program will be evolving to a building-wide initiative in order for all students to work with aspects of project-based learning (PBL). PBL will be offered in semester options to be designed by grade level staff. Mr. Keeler, Central Valley Academy Principal, reported increased AP and College Now offerings for the school year. There is a focus on increased opportunities through scheduling for departments to collaborate and align their curriculums in ELA and Social Studies, as well as Math and Science. Jarvis and CVA will be working closely on this. Mr. Keeler reported that ELA and Social Studies teachers have been working to align ELA 9 with US History, and ELA with Global Studies I and II. This work will help to prepare for the shift of US History to 9 th grade in an effort to increase student success on the Regents. Mrs. Hoffman, Director of Student Services, reviewed changes to the instructional model. She explained that the need for these changes is due to the district s mission statement, changing student population, an increase in classified students from 15% to 17%, being on the NYSED list for high enrollment in self-contained classes, and Tier I and II RTI interventions. Mrs. Hoffman reviewed instructional models including co-integrated teaching, direct consulting, and Tier I and II. Mrs. Pilla, Fisher Elementary Principal, and Mr. Rich, Barringer Elementary Principal, discussed effective instructional models at the elementary level. Personalized learning was discussed, including ability grouping, blended, and differentiated instruction. The use of technology in student learning was highlighted and the need for parent training was noted in order to provide support outside the classroom. The district continues to work to provide the best services possible to our students and find the models that are best for all kids. (Copy of information on file in District Clerk s files.) ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Superintendent s Report Proposed School Year Calendar The Board received copies of the proposed calendar for the school year. The Board will consider formal action on this item under New Business on this evening s agenda. (Copy of proposed calendar on file in District Clerk s files.) Substitute Employees The Board received a county-wide comparison of substitute rates for retired, certified, and non-certified substitutes. The Board will review this information and discuss at their next regular meeting.

3 Superintendent s Report (cont d) Policy Update The Board received a policy update on Opioid Overdose Prevention from the district s policy service. The Board will review this information and discuss further at a future meeting. (Copy of information on file in District Clerk s files.) Business Official s Report Financials - The Board received copies of the February 2016 financial reports for their review, as well as draft budget information for Mr. Long provided an update of the projected tax levy and reviewed information pertaining to the tax cap. The need for a super majority vote was discussed. Food Service - Mr. Long proposed an increase in hours for several Food Service Helpers due to the new community eligibility program which provides free breakfast and lunch for each child in the district. The Board will consider formal action on these increases under the consent portion of this evening s agenda. Transportation - Mr. Long reported that the district continues to work on newer, more efficient routes with the elementary reconfiguration in mind. The goal is to have all bus information out to parents by the end of school in June. Uniforms The uniforms for CVUE employees in the Food Service, Maintenance, and Transportation departments have been delivered and are now being worn by those employees. Voting Machines We have received the agreement with the county to use the optical scanner machines for the district s budget vote/board election in May. The Board will consider the appointments of vote workers at their next regular meeting. (Copy of information on file in District Clerk s files.) PUBLIC FORUM Many staff, parents, and community members were in attendance this evening to hear about the strategic plan and changes being proposed in the district. Below is a general summary of their questions and thoughts expressed. Kelly Rowland Expressed concerns over the number of changes being implemented, suggested a task force be set up to include parents/community in decision making, feels a need for increased communication to staff and parents/community regarding the proposed changes. Suggested a review of the pros and cons in implementing changes this year versus next year. Asked about addresses to contact Board members directly would like more readily available on the website. Suggested the Board schedule a public forum for parents to get answers to the questions asked this evening. Melanie Welch Asked for clarification on elementary proposals, models, grouping. Jody Janicki Suggested the Board set a date tonight for the public forum so that those present could mark their calendars. The Board agreed to call a Special Meeting / Public Forum on Monday, May 2, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium at CVA. Suggested the district reinstate the practice of sending out school newsletters to the community. Gina Kirkpatrick Expressed the need for appropriate supports / push-ins in the classrooms. Deb Schoff Expressed the need for increased communication of changes and shifts in instructional strategies as all involved are interested in knowing what direction the district is heading in. Tricia Zink Asked for clarification regarding a proposed change in school hours and if any thought had been given to increasing the Six to Six program. Also asked if the public would be heard on May 2 nd.

4 PUBLIC FORUM (cont d) Cassandra Castle Referred to ability grouping and role models top students are not always role models if they are bored in their classrooms. Jaclyn McDowell Expressed concerns over iready being used as the emphasis to define ability grouping model. Kevin Joyce Asked for further information on school hours, proposed bus schedules/runs, how schedules will coordinate for families with children in different buildings. Krissi Newtown Asked what the target year was for each student to reach the goals noted for the Regents exams. Asked if information could be placed on website regarding current student scores / school report card. Mary Thorp Asked if parents/staff would be receiving the strategic plan and/or could it be posted on the district s website. Karlee Davis Expressed concerns over ability grouping the social aspect and how this makes the students feel. Michele Treen Asked if students would be pulled up from a group if improving and expressed concern over the stigma that would set at a young age. Patty Day Asked for more detail on the Board agendas as to what will be discussed at the meetings. Asked for consideration in moving public forum date up before staff placement decisions are finalized. Tara Raux Expressed concern that the May 2 nd Special Meeting will take place after staff placement letters are issued on April 30 th. Noted the importance of the public having the opportunity to have their input heard prior to final decisions being made. Kristina Lindberg Suggested discussion about the mood of the school from a student s perspective. Melissa Smithson Asked when school day start and end times would be defined concerned about parent work schedules. Samantha LoCash Suggested consideration of an elementary summer school program. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Minutes Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved the minutes of the following meeting. Motion carried 7-0. February 24, Regular Meeting Approval of Arrangement of Services CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan Meetings Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved the arrangement of services of the following CSE/CPSE/504 Accommodation Plan Meetings. Motion carried 7-0. February 9, 2016 February 23, 2016 March 2, 2016 March 9, 2016 February 11, 2016 February 24, 2016 March 7, 2016 February 22, 2016 February 25, 2016 March 8, 2016 (Copy of minutes on file in District Clerk s files.)

5 CONSENT AGENDA (cont d) Acceptance of Retirement Notices Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board accepted the following notices of retirement. Motion carried 7-0. Karen Anderson Health Teacher Effective 6/30/16 David Appleton Mathematics Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Marilyn Behe Teacher Assistant Effective 6/30/16 Mary Ellen Bonvino Teacher Assistant Effective 6/30/16 Martin Burrello Social Studies Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Darlene Carino Elementary Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Ellenjane Kinney Teacher Aide Effective 6/30/16 Ellen Laubenstein Elementary Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Melanie Miller Foreign Language Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Kathy Moorhead Elementary Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Nicholas Netti Social Studies Teacher Effective 6/30/16 James Ravinski Senior Custodian Effective 6/30/16 Carol Rehm Reading Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Stephanie Wisbeski Special Education Teacher Effective 6/30/16 Lorna Zelman School Nurse Effective 6/30/16 (Copy of notices on file in District Clerk s files.) Acceptance of Resignations Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board accepted the following resignations. Motion carried 7-0. Katherine Burdick Teacher Aide Effective 3/4/16 Melissa Snyder Special Education Teacher Effective 6/30/16 (Copy of resignations on file in District Clerk s files.) Approval of Termination Due to Abandonment of Position Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved the termination of the following substitute due to abandonment of position. Motion carried 7-0. Meagan Simonds Substitute Building Cleaner Effective 2/22/16 Approval of Substitute Rate Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved the following substitute pay rate, effective retroactive to 2/22/16. Motion carried 7-0. Substitute Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) $100/day Approval of Personnel Appointments / Adjustments Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved the following personnel appointments / adjustments. Motion carried 7-0. Instructional Appointment Three-Year Probationary: Liza Gonzalez-Brondou Spanish Teacher Effective 9/1/16

6 CONSENT AGENDA (cont d) Approval of Personnel Appointments / Adjustments (cont d) Non-Instructional Appointments Permanent: Jeffrey Keller Bus Driver Effective 4/1/16 Sirena Smith Teacher Aide Effective 4/1/16 Ruth Morey Food Service Helper Effective 4/5/16 Mary Szewczyk Head Cook Effective 4/5/16 Joan Miner Food Service Helper Effective 4/12/16 Substitute Appointments: Donna Lane Substitute Food Service Helper Effective 3/22/16 Christy Dixon Substitute Food Service Helper Effective 3/22/16 Long-Term Substitute Appointment: Gerald Blair LTS Technology Teacher Effective Immediately Substitute Appointments BOCES Sub Service: Burke, Alyssa Caiola, James Shibley, Lynn Coaching Appointment Spring : Boys Varsity Golf Ron Kuty Pending Certification Increase in Hours Food Service Department: Boepple, Deborra 3.00 to 5.75 hrs/day Morey, Ruth 4.50 to 5.00 hrs/day Cook, Nancy 5.50 to 5.50 hrs/day George, Tanya 4.00 to 5.50 hrs/day Deveans, Kimberlin 4.00 to 5.00 hrs/day Schultz, Kathy 4.00 to 5.75 hrs/day Ervin, Catherine 5.50 to 5.75 hrs/day Scott, Dawn 5.00 to 5.25 hrs/day Hellings, Patricia 4.00 to 5.25 hrs/day Tubia, Cheryl 4.75 to 5.00 hrs/day Jasewicz, Sally 4.50 to 5.00 hrs/day Walker, Anita 4.00 to 5.50 hrs/day Klink, Ruth 4.00 to 5.00 hrs/day Walker, Gary 4.00 to 5.50 hrs/day Loiacono, Tammy 4.00 to 5.75 hrs/day Yager, Cindy 4.00 to 5.75 hrs/day Miller, Joshua 4.00 to 5.50 hrs/day Yardley, Connie 4.00 to 5.00 hrs/day Miner, Joan 4.00 to 5.00 hrs/day Volunteer Coaching Appointment: Shawn Hyer Volunteer Strength & Conditioning Coach Effective 4/12/16 Approval of Financial Reports Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved the following financial reports. Motion carried 7-0. Financial Reports February 2016 Internal Claims Auditors Log Summary February 2016 Extracurricular Financial Summary Report February 2016 School Lunch Report December 2015 February 2016 (Copy of information on file in District Clerk s files.)

7 OLD BUSINESS Approval of Change in Meeting Date Schell, seconded by Mrs. Judd, the Board approved a change in the following meeting date in order to meet state guidelines. Motion carried 7-0. Annual Budget Hearing From Wednesday, May 11, 2016 to Tuesday, May 10, 2016 NEW BUSINESS Approval of School Year Calendar Roginski, seconded by Mr. Shedd, the Board approved the school year calendar for Motion carried 7-0. (Copy of calendar on file in District Clerk s files.) Acceptance of Donations Schell, seconded by Mr. Roginski, the Board accepted the following donations. Motion carried 7-0. Laurie Landry 21 Sharp TV for 6 th Grade STREAM Team Estimated Value - $20.00 The Ilsababy Foundation for ASA/Arts in Educ. Program March 22-24, 2016 $10, Approval of Cooperative Bidding Resolution Lennox, seconded by Mr. Schell, the Board approved a resolution for cooperative bidding between the district and Madison-Oneida BOCES for the school year. Motion carried 7-0. (Copy of resolution on file in District Clerk s files.) Approval of State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Resolution Schell, seconded by Mr. Lennox, the Board approved the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) resolution. Motion carried 7-0. (Copy of resolution on file in District Clerk s files.) Approval of Special Board of Education Meeting / Public Forum Lennox, seconded by Mr. LaLonde, the Board approved to hold a special Board of Education Meeting / Public Forum on Monday, May 2, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium at CVA. Motion carried 7-0. EXECUTIVE SESSION On a motion made by Mr. LaLonde, seconded by Mr. Lennox, the Board entered into an Executive Session at 8:47 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation, and legal matters regarding personnel. Motion carried 7-0. The Board was called out of their Executive Session by President Coupe at 10:28 p.m.

8 ADJOURNMENT On a motion made by Mr. Schell, seconded by Mr. Shedd, the Board adjourned their regular meeting at 10:29 p.m. Motion carried 7-0. Marsha Griffith District Clerk, Board of Education