LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS LINCOLN PARK, NEW JERSEY MINUTES REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM, LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL June 9, 2015 District Mission Statement The Lincoln Park School District will provide, through its schools, an educational setting that helps children to love and master learning, to work independently as well as collaboratively, and to develop the character and values that promote a healthy society. It is the school district’s expectation that all students will achieve the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards as well as the Common Core Standards at all grade levels. President Mayers called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., and he led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. He then read the following statement into the record: In accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act, I wish to announce that: The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of the act, the Lincoln Park Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be mailed to the Daily Record and The Record and posted at the Board of Education Administrative Offices and filed with the Borough Clerk. MEMBERS PRESENT: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, M Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen, Mr. Stager and Mrs. Stoel MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATION: Mr. James Grube, Superintendent Ms. Adrian Pollio, Business Administrator/Board Secretary 300 Members of the Public MINUTES Trustee Gibbons seconded by Stager, moved to approve the minutes of a regular meeting of the Board of Education held on May 26, 2015 as well as the Executive Session Minutes. A roll call was taken: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen Mr. Stager, and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0 PRESENTATIONS Mr. Grube presented and read into the minutes the following teacher recognition awards: Page 1 of 23
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LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS LINCOLN PARK, NEW JERSEY
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING
7:00 PM, LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL June 9, 2015
District Mission Statement
The Lincoln Park School District will provide, through its schools, an educational setting that helps children to love and master learning,
to work independently as well as collaboratively, and to develop the character and values that promote a healthy society.
It is the school district’s expectation that all students will achieve the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards as well as the
Common Core Standards at all grade levels. President Mayers called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., and he led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. He then read the following statement into the record:
In accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act, I wish to announce that: The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of the act, the Lincoln Park Board of Education has caused notice of this meeting to be mailed to the Daily Record and The Record and posted at the Board of Education Administrative Offices and filed with the Borough Clerk. MEMBERS PRESENT: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, M Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen, Mr. Stager
and Mrs. Stoel
MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATION: Mr. James Grube, Superintendent Ms. Adrian Pollio, Business Administrator/Board Secretary 300 Members of the Public MINUTES Trustee Gibbons seconded by Stager, moved to approve the minutes of a regular meeting of the Board of Education held on May 26, 2015 as well as the Executive Session Minutes.
A roll call was taken: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen
Mr. Stager, and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0
PRESENTATIONS Mr. Grube presented and read into the minutes the following teacher recognition awards:
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IN RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR:
Lois Moeller, Teacher WHEREAS, Lois Moeller, a dedicated educational professional in the Lincoln Park School District who served as an Elementary School Teacher since September, 1988, requested retirement at the end of the day on June 30, 2015; AND WHEREAS, Lois Moeller, during her years of dedicated service, has provided caring support for all children, encouraging the intellectual and emotional growth of these young minds and helping them realize their talents and special aptitudes; AND WHEREAS, Lois Moeller has actively involved the parents in the educational program to enhance learning opportunities for the children; AND WHEREAS, Lois Moeller, as a distinguished teacher, has given so much of her energy and time to students, staff, and parents; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education hereby publicly acknowledges the accomplishments and professional commitment of this educator, who has enriched the lives of many students, colleagues, and community members; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education wishes for her and her family many rewarding and happy years in her forthcoming retirement and that the Secretary to the Board of Education be directed to spread this Resolution in full upon the Minutes and that the Superintendent of Schools forthwith dispatch a copy to the teacher being so honored.
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IN RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR:
Wanda Crump, Teacher Aide/Paraprofessional WHEREAS, Wanda Crump, a dedicated educational professional in the Lincoln Park School District who served as a Teacher Aide/Paraprofessional since April, 2000, requested retirement at the end of the day on June 30, 2015; AND WHEREAS, Wanda Crump, during her years of dedicated service, has provided caring support for all children, encouraging the intellectual and emotional growth of these young minds and helping them realize their talents and special aptitudes; AND WHEREAS, Wanda Crump has actively involved the parents in the educational program to enhance learning opportunities for the children; AND WHEREAS, Wanda Crump, as a distinguished paraprofessional, has given so much of her energy and time to students, staff, and parents; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education hereby publicly acknowledges the accomplishments and professional commitment of this educator, who has enriched the lives of many students, colleagues, and community members; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education wishes for her and her family many rewarding and happy years in her forthcoming retirement and that the Secretary to the Board of Education be directed to spread this Resolution in full upon the Minutes and that the Superintendent of Schools forthwith dispatch a copy to the paraprofessional being so honored.
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IN RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR:
Patricia Kaplan, School Secretary WHEREAS, Patricia Kaplan, a dedicated professional in the Lincoln Park School District who served as the Elementary School Secretary since September, 2004, requested retirement at the end of the day on June 30, 2015; AND WHEREAS, Patricia Kaplan, during her years of dedicated service, has provided caring support and assistance for all children, teachers, and community members; AND WHEREAS, Patricia Kaplan has actively involved the parents in the Lincoln Park Elementary School community, ensuring that all members of the community were well informed regarding the events of the school; AND WHEREAS, Patricia Kaplan, as a distinguished school secretary, a true professional, has given so much of her energy and time to students, staff, and parents; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education hereby publicly acknowledges the accomplishments and professional commitment of Patricia Kaplan, who has enriched the lives of many students, colleagues, and community members; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education wishes for her and her family many rewarding and happy years in her forthcoming retirement and that the Secretary to the Board of Education be directed to spread this Resolution in full upon the Minutes and that the Superintendent of Schools forthwith dispatch a copy to the secretary being so honored.
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IN RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR:
Randie Akunowicz, Media Specialist WHEREAS, Randie Akunowicz, a dedicated educational professional in the Lincoln Park School District who served as a Media Specialist since October, 1999, requested retirement at the end of the day on June 30, 2015; AND WHEREAS, Randie Akunowicz, during her years of dedicated service, has provided caring support for all children, encouraging the intellectual and emotional growth of these young minds and helping them realize their talents and special aptitudes; AND WHEREAS, Randie Akunowicz has actively involved the parents in the educational program to enhance learning opportunities for the children; AND WHEREAS, Randie Akunowicz, as a distinguished media specialist, has given so much of her energy and time to students, staff, and parents; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education hereby publicly acknowledges the accomplishments and professional commitment of this educator, who has enriched the lives of many students, colleagues, and community members; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education wishes for her and her family many rewarding and happy years in her forthcoming retirement and that the Secretary to the Board of Education be directed to spread this Resolution in full upon the Minutes and that the Superintendent of Schools forthwith dispatch a copy to the media specialist being so honored.
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IN RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION FOR:
Barbara Preciado, Teacher WHEREAS, Barbara Preciado, a dedicated educational professional in the Lincoln Park School District who served as a Resource Room Teacher since March, 2004, requested retirement at the end of the day on June 30, 2015; AND WHEREAS, Barbara Preciado, during her years of dedicated service, has provided caring support for all children, encouraging the intellectual and emotional growth of these young minds and helping them realize their talents and special aptitudes; AND WHEREAS, Barbara Preciado has actively involved the parents in the educational program to enhance learning opportunities for the children; AND WHEREAS, Barbara Preciado, as a distinguished teacher, has given so much of her energy and time to students, staff, and parents; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education hereby publicly acknowledges the accomplishments and professional commitment of this educator, who has enriched the lives of many students, colleagues, and community members; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education wishes for her and her family many rewarding and happy years in her forthcoming retirement and that the Secretary to the Board of Education be directed to spread this Resolution in full upon the Minutes and that the Superintendent of Schools forthwith dispatch a copy to the teacher being so honored.
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Retirees
27 Years Lois Moeller 15 Years Randie Akunowicz 15 Years Wanda Crump 10 Years Patricia Kaplan 11 Years Barbara Preciado Years of Service
25 Years of Service Donna Ahman 20 Years of Service Jennifer Kennelly Leeanne Leck Cherie Monteleone 15 Years of Service Randie Akunowicz Christopher Connelly Wanda Crump Diane Fox Christopher Gaffney 10 Years of Service Reinaldo Cardona Patricia Kaplan Michael Sas James Toppeta David Winston Whitney Zeppetelli 5 Years of Service Marion Blakeley LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mrs. Bammer presented recognition certificates to the following Lincoln Park Elementary School students: FIRST & SECOND GRADE SPELLING BEE 1ST PLACE: Jaden Garcia, Gr. 2 2ND PLACE: Addison Barbosa, Gr. 2 3RD PLACE: Sarah Henches, Gr. 2 1ST PLACE in 1ST Grade: Cody Roller THIRD & FOURTH GRADE SPELLING BEE 1ST PLACE: Nitya Makkapati, Gr. 3 2ND PLACE: Jeremy Roller, Gr. 4 3RD PLACE: Casey Cimafranca, Gr. 3 (tie) Nathan Macaranas, Gr. 4 ACCELERATED READERS Place Name 1. Akshaj Mundada 2. Nadia Ris 3. Jeremy Dolan 4. Andrew Saunders 5. Nitya Makkapati 6. Oluwatamilore Adedeji 7. Angelika Brzyzek 8. Ella Young 9. Anna McHugh 10. Jeremy Roller
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ACCELERATED READER MILLION WORD READERS Place Name 1. Akshaj Mundada, 2,173,189 words 2. Nadia Ris, 1,287,174 words 3. Jeremy Dolan, 1,189,637 words 4. Andrew Saunders, 1,182,255 words 5. Nitya Makkapati, 1,181,173 words YOUNG AMERICAN POETRY DIGEST WINNERS Sarah Henches, Lilian Nguyen, Abigail Rylander, Michelle Tripetsky SERVICE AWARD - FLAG Connor Dempsey, Gregory Pashos, Zachary Ricker STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FEBRUARY - TRUSTWORTHINESS K Callie Koldyk, K Cameron Perez 1st Grade, Ardi Dauti, Charlotte Stager 2nd Grade, Megan Campos, Marko Panycia 3rd Grade, Adalia Edwards, Nicolas Espinosa 4th Grade, Matthew Ruggiero, Ella Young MARCH – PERSEVERANCE K Joseph Rizzo, K Era Selimi 1st Grade, Rihana Merko, Nicholas Sadowski 2nd Grade, Makayla Mitchell, Elena Naumoski, 3rd Grade, Jayson DeJesus, Brooke Morris 4th Grade, Natasha Rivera, Ethan Smith APRIL - INTEGRITY K Eshal Ahmed, K Kaelynn Wines 1st Grade, Kayla Cooke, Joseph Valente 2nd Grade, Mateus Garcia, Emma Ricker 3rd Grade, Dominic De La Rosa, Michael Flood 4th Grade, Ainne Doyle, Ethan Volante MAY – SCHOOL LEADERSHIP K Lilianna Collucci, K Tyler Ko 1st Grade, Ziporah Heron, Matthew Moskal 2nd Grade, Steven Fiorendino, Scott Soukup 3rd Grade, Nick DiCoio, Ailiana Espinal 4th Grade, Gentian Dauti, Leah Martinez JUNE – MOST IMPROVED K Cody Loftus, K Stephanie Ramirez 1st Grade, Anthony MacLaren. Sofia Serra 2nd Grade, Eric Berger, Lorjana Sabani 3rd Grade, Sarah Rasa, Charlize Valencia 4th Grade, Taj Climeson, Emily O’Day Yearbook Cover Artists Darren Bosits, David Hathaway, Keith Hughes, Jeremy Roller, Nick Scaltro, Ella Young Morris County Youth Art Month Participants Matthew Moskal,Sehere Coma, Grace Morreale, Akhiralin Generoso, Angelina Nagle, Hayley DeFrancesco, Charlotte Davis Giovanni Piro, Jordan Noto, Michelle Tripetsky, Ashley LoMonaco, Danielle Smith, Laila Heykoop, Scott Soukup, Sierra Medina, Angelika Brzyzek, Catalina Villacis, Nitya Makkapati, Ariana Abazi, Gianna Rizzitello, Syndie Lintag Breanna Dungca, Ashlee Sparer, Isabella Wojtas, Matthew Zenzer, Sara Brzyzek, Priyal Kumar, Ainne Doyle Gabriel McDaniel, Matthew Ruggiero, Jackie Cifelli, Natalie Maione, Charlotte Tone, Lyla Iasso, Cash Kaiser Kaelynn Wines, Emilee Sparer, Grace Henches, Cody Roller, Olivia Edwards, Andrew Panycia, Ivanna Robello Aleesa Beyabani, Jakub Miazga, Milan Sajai, Addison Barbosa, Aliana Santiago, Brianna Bogert, Kaci Hackett Lilian Nguyen, Jaden Garcia, Jeremy Dolan, Arlenys Santana, Elysia Esposito, Janberk Bilgec, Jeremy Regincos Leonora Ferati, Rahel Toth, Dasha Furlender, Olivia DePalma, Julia Jakimas, Ella Young, Izabelle Grzybowski Liliana Vucenovic, Amber Levedag, Alyssa Deriancho, Callie Koldyk, Lilianna Collucci, Rylie McLaughlin
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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT FOR COMPLETION OF ACCESS PROGRAM Grade 1 Derek Zammit Grade 2 Drew Cabalar, Jaden Garcia, Sarah Henches, Joseph Hoernlein, Ashley LoMonaco, Abigail Rylander Anya Shah Grade 3 Katherine Cifelli, Christopher Clemente, Nitya Makkapati, Jessica Murphy Grade 4 Kristiana Belancic, Akshaj Mundada, Andrew Saunders, Ella Young LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Mr. Meyer presented recognition certificates to the following Lincoln Park Middle School students: MIDDLE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP AWARD Joseph Ferrandiz GEOGRAPHY BEE Winner - Abigail Di Lorenzo, Grade 7 LPMS HOT SHOT CONTEST WINNERS 5th Grade, Kayla Bower, Tyler Stark, 6th Grade, Kayla Manna, Zachary Gupta, STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FEBRUARY – RESPECT 5th Grade, Isabella Morales, Milan Luna 6th Grade, Kaitlyn Doyle, Ian Feldner 7th Grade, Jaylene Combs, Adrian Tumang 8th Grade, Frances Locsin, Bryan Clemente MARCH – PERSEVERANCE 5th Grade, Kira Vrabel, Jason Barbosa 6th Grade, Daniela Meyer, Arton Banusi 7th Grade, Shara Mae Lintag, Kyle Hughes 8th Grade, Adelina Dika, John Muttel 8 APRIL – INTEGRITY 5th Grade, Ava Oberlin, Ignas Balcius 6th Grade, Camryn Runfeldt, Christian Brendli 7th Grade, Sydney Van De Putte, Art Nagle 8th Grade, Kiley Fugel, Nathan Lindsay MAY – LEADERSHIP 5th Grade, Elaiana Rivera-Lagalla, John Rigas 6th Grade, Hailee Smentkowski, Varun Gupta 7th Grade, Alexa Lo Monaco, Aimen Seddiki 8th Grade, Jolien Avena, Ryan Cassidy JUNE 5th Grade, Alyse Turk, Evan Sanderson 6th Grade, Emma Stansfield, Maximus Gilmore 7th Grade, Taeah Mills-Baumann Alexander Hartle 8th Grade, Mark Bottge, Christina Maimone Morris County Youth Art Month Participants Emma Krajc, Kiefer Baldevarona, Thomas Jakimas Chester Macaranas, Jacqueline Shirley, Jason Smith, Alyse Turk Joselyn Perez, Taeah Mills-Baumann, Dominique Alexandre, Blerim Rustemi, Anthony Cabalar, Ailie Keegan, Shreeya Patel Kelly Doyle, Megan Gupta, Haylee Roller, Daniela Murphy, Nicholas Cichon, Kaitlyn McEvoy, Kayla Manna, Stephanie Stolarz, Miranda Fazliu, Hailee Hopkins, Danilo Garrido, Sydney Van de Putte, Emily Saunders, Hannah Montoya Joseph Kassar
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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT FOR COMPLETION OF ACCESS PROGRAM Grade 5 Kevin Byrne, Jack Caputo, Andrew Di Falco, Jeffrey Di Lorenzo, Ailie Keegan, Tyler Stark Grade 6 Cameron Egan, Varun Gupta, Zachary Gupta, Thomas Jakimas, Mark Kocarski, Kaitlyn McEvoy, Julienne Mendoza Daniela Murphy, Haylee Roller, Camryn Runfeldt, Hailee Smentkowski, Emma Stansfield, Matthew Wallace SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT Changes to agenda No changes to the agenda. Suspension Report No Suspensions since the last report. HIB Report No HIB incidents since the last report. COMMENTS
• Friday, June 19th is the last day of school and LPMS Graduation, which starts at 6:30 p.m., will be held outdoors dependent upon the weather.
• Boonton High School Graduation is June 18th at 7:00 p.m. • Boonton contacted our district and requested permission for use of a classroom at the LPMS during the summer on
Tuesday’s and Thursday’s to provide extra help for students in need. We have accommodated them with a classroom for the last two summers.
• The superintendent’s evaluation will be discussed in executive session. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
• Beginning of year end close. • Received bids for Architectural, Banking, and Auditing Services.
COMMITTEE REPORTS Curriculum / Personnel, Carol Nielsen
• No Meeting, no report.
MCSBA, Robert Stager • No meeting, no report.
Finance / Facilities, Perry Mayers
• No meeting, no report.
Negotiations, Perry Mayers • No meeting, no report.
Lincoln Park / Pequannock Shared Services, Perry Mayers
• No meeting, no report.
Policy / Public Relations, Lou Nazzaro • No meeting, no report.
MCESC, Lou Nazzaro
• Met last Wednesday for a reorganization meeting and elected a new president and vice-president. Discussed the Middlesex Educational Services changing its name to Educational Commission of NJ.
NJSBA, Dina Stoel • No meeting, no report.
Boonton High School Representative / High School, Jack Gibbons
• Boonton High School Graduation is on June 18th.
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FIRST PUBLIC RECOGNITION REGARDING SCHOOL RELATED MATTERS Trustee Nielsen seconded by Trustee Stager, moved to forgo the first public recognition, as no public had any questions.at 8:11 p.m., the motion was approved by unanimous vote.
RESOLUTIONS ADMINISTRATION Trustee Stager, seconded by Trustee Nielsen, moved to consider the following resolutions on Administration: RECOGNITION AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION AND BULLYING REPORT FOR JUNE 2015
RESOLUTION 198-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education recognizes and approves the Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying report as of June 5, 2015, as summarized below:
School Incidents Reported Confirmed Incidents of HIB
LPES 0 0 LPMS 0 0
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the remedial and disciplinary action taken by the building principals.”
SHADOW AIDE: 2015 ESY
RESOLUTION 199-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the establishment of a shadow aide position for student State ID #4272916671, for four (4) hours daily for ten (10) days for the Extended School Year Program, effective August 3, 2015 through August 14, 2015.”
CREDIT RECOVERY PROGRAM: 2014-2015 RESOLUTION 200-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the Credit Recovery Program offered through the Pompton Lakes School District and the online program offered through Edgenuity.com/SummerSchool for the 2014-2015 school year.”
HOME INSTRUCTION: 2015, #3873869968 RESOLUTION 201-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education post-approves the provision of home instruction services to be provided by district approved home instructors for student State ID #3873869968 - Lincoln Park, at a rate of $30.00 per hour, for 10 hours per week, not to exceed $2,100.00, account #11.150.100.101.03, effective May 5, 2015 through June 18, 2015, per the Boonton Child Study Team and the Boonton board agenda dated May 18, 2015.”
HOME INSTRUCTION: 2015, #4178283234 RESOLUTION 202-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education post-approves the provision of home instruction services to be provided by district approved home instructors for student State ID #4178283234 - Lincoln Park, at a rate of $30.00 per hour, for 10 hours per week, not to exceed $1,800.00, account #11.150.100.101.03, effective May 12, 2015 through June 18, 2015, per the Boonton Child Study Team and the Boonton board agenda dated May 18, 2015.”
PROFESSIONAL DAY WORKSHOP ATTENDANCE RESOLUTION 203-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the following professional days: WHEREAS, employees of the Lincoln Park Board of Education have requested professional days; and WHEREAS, The Board of Education has determined that the training and informational programs delineated below are directly related to and within the scope of the employees’ duties, current responsibilities and the Board’s professional development plan; and WHEREAS, The Board of Education has determined that participation at the stated functions require school district travel expenditures and that this travel is critical to the instructional needs of the district and/or furthers the efficient operation of the district; and WHEREAS, The Board of Education has determined that the school district travel expenditures for the stated functions are in compliance with State travel guidelines as established by the Department of the Treasury and within
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the guidelines established by the federal Office of Management and Budget; except as superseded by conflicting provisions of Title 18A of the New Jersey Statutes; and WHEREAS, The Board of Education finds that a mileage reimbursement rate equal to that of the State of New Jersey Office of Management and Budget mileage reimbursement rate of $0.31 per mile is a reasonable rate; and WHEREAS, The Board of Education has determined that participation at the stated function is in compliance with the district policy on travel. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves attendance of the following employees at the following professional day conferences and/or workshops:
Name of Attendee Name and Date of Event
Event Cost
Estimated Mileage
J. Grube Educational Policy & School Law seminar, 6/12/15 --- 111
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the costs of attendance at the stated functions, including all registration fees and statutorily authorized travel expenditures, provided that such expenditures are within the annual maximum travel expenditure amount, and that the total cost of the related travel expense will not exceed the amounts stipulated above.” A roll call was taken for Administration: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen,
Mr. Stager and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0
POLICY Trustee Stager, seconded by Trustee Nielsen, moved to consider the following resolutions on Policies:
BYLAWS, POLICIES AND REGULATIONS, SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
* RESOLUTION 204-2015 “WHEREAS, the policy committee reviewed the following via email on May 15, 2015. BE IT RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the following for second reading and adoption:
Bylaw/Policy/ Regulation No. Title Status
A Bylaw 0134 Board Self Evaluation Revised B Bylaw 0152 Board Officers Revised C Policy 2622 Student Assessment Revised D Policy 3212 Attendance Revised E Policy 4212 Attendance New F Policy 3218 Substance Abuse Revised G Regulation 3218 Substance Abuse Revised H Policy 4218 Substance Abuse Revised I Regulation 4218 Substance Abuse Revised J Policy 5200 Attendance Revised K Regulation 5200 Attendance Revised L Policy 7510 Use of School Facilities Revised M Policy 8630 Bus Driver/ Bus Aide Responsibility Revised N Regulation 8630 Emergency School Bus Procedures Revised
A roll call was taken for Policy: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen,
Mr. Stager and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0
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PERSONNEL Vice President Avena, seconded by Trustee Stager, moved to consider the following resolutions on Personnel: 2014-2015 SALARIES: TEACHING STAFF
RESOLUTION 205-2015 “WHEREAS, the Agreement between the Board of Education and the Lincoln Park Education Association for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017 has been ratified; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the following adjusted salaries for teaching staff members for the 2014-2015 school year:
Last Name First Name Assignment Guide Step Longevity/
Stipend Base
Salary Total
Salary Ahman Donna MS Lang Arts MA+15 19 $1,500 $90,995 $92,495 Akunowicz Randie ES/MS Media MA+15 16 $1,000* $43,924 $44,924* Alvarez Jose MS Spec Ed BA+30 19 $2,000 $86,495 $88,495 Amoruso Janet ES Res Ctr MA+30 19 $1,000 $92,495 $93,495 Arnold Colleen Grade 2 MA 15
$72,005 $72,005
Bambach** Christian Grade 3 BA 3
$51,760 $51,760 Bastedo Jennifer ES ESL MA 6
$58,260 $58,260
Bell Kristin Grade 4 BA 5
$52,010 $52,010 Bergmann Tara MS Lang Arts BA 15
$66,005 $66,005
Bonsiewich Cathleen BSI BA+15 18 $1,000 $79,370 $80,370 Brocklesby Paula MS Music BA+30 19 $2,000 $86,495 $88,495 Brown Erin Preschool/ PSD MA 7
$59,085 $59,085
Brown Lisa Grade 1 BA+30 19 $1,000 $86,495 $87,495 Calandrillo Anna Mae BSI MA+15 18 $1,000 $85,370 $86,370
Chen Yilin (Teresa) MS Math BA+30 9
$57,230 $57,230
Cole** Katelyn Grade 3 BA 3
$51,760 $51,760 Connelly Christopher Social Worker BA 19
$83,495 $83,495
Cook** Joshua ES BSI BA 3
$51,760 $51,760 Cotsopoulos** Cassandra Grade 2 MA 3
$57,760 $57,760
Davidson Kathryn Grade 1 BA 12
$57,740 $57,740 Deady Jaclyn Grade 1 MA 4
$57,760 $57,760
DeJosia Judith MS Science BA+15 19 $2,000 $84,995 $86,995
DeSantis** Katelyn MS Spec Ed BA
BA+15‡ 4
$51,760 $53,260‡
$51,760 $53,260‡
DeVito Gina Marie ES Spec Ed MA+30 15 $1,000 $75,005 $76,005 Fox Diane Grade 4 BA 15
$66,005 $66,005
Frederiks** Laura ES Spec Ed BA 3
$51,760 $51,760 Gabel Karen Grade 4 MA 14
$68,850 $68,850
Gialanella Stephanie Grade 1 BA 9
$54,230 $54,230 Giannaci** Dana Kindergarten BA 3
$51,760 $51,760
Gibbs-Dempski Jolene MS Art BA 8 $53,085 $53,085 Gomes Linda Kindergarten BA 13
$60,095 $60,095
Gorombey** Cassandra MS Computers MA 1 $57,510 $57,510
Guza** Sarah MS Math BA+30
MA‡ 4
$54,760 $57,760‡
$54,760 $57,760‡
Hanly Jennifer Grade 3 MA+15 12
$65,240 $65,240 Holly Melinda MS Perf Arts BA 4
$51,760 $51,760
Iapoce Suzanne ES Computers MA 19 $1,500 $89,495 $90,995 Joy† Melba School Psych MA+45 7
$0 $0
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Last Name First Name Assignment Guide Step Longevity/
Stipend Base
Salary Total
Salary
Kaye Joddi LDTC MA+45 19 $93,995 $93,995
Kelly Ryan MS Phys Ed/ Health MA 9
$60,230 $60,230 Kennelly Jennifer LDTC MA+15 19 $1,500* $90,995 $92,495* Kerwin Carolyn Kindergarten BA+15 18 $1,000 $79,370 $80,370 Klein Jaclyn ES Music BA 5 $52,010 $52,010 Koldyk Danielle Grade 5 BA 13
$60,095 $60,095
Kunert Angela MS French BA 15 $1,000 $66,005 $67,005 Landolfi Sherri MS Lang Arts MA+45 17
$84,015 $84,015
Leck Kristen ES Spec Ed/ KITES II BA+15
MA‡ 5
$53,510 $58,010‡
$53,510 $58,010‡
Lee Cheryl Grade 4 MA 16 $1,000 $75,560 $76,560
Lehr** Jennifer P/T ES BSI BA 2
$29,503 $29,503
(Title I funds)
Ley** Christopher MS Spec Ed BA 3
$51,760 $51,760 Lichtenberg Karen Speech BA+30 19
$86,495 $86,495
Londono Jaclyn Grade 5 MA 11
$61,785 $61,785 Lopuski Loni MS Nurse MA 19
$89,495 $89,495
McConnell Beth Ann Grade 2 BA 19 $1,500 $83,495 $84,995 McKenna** Catherine Grade 4 BA 2
$51,760 $51,760
Medina William MS Spec Ed BA+30 11 $58,785 $58,785 Melcer** Katie Grade 5 BA 1 $51,510 $51,510 Moeller Lois Grade 3 BA+30 19 $2,000 $86,495 $88,495 Monteleone Cherie Grade 2 MA+15 19 $1,500* $90,995 $92,495* Moore** Emily ES Art BA 1 $51,510 $51,510 Morgenroth Danielle MS Science BA 12
$57,740 $57,740
Neal Robert Technology MA 16 $1,000 $75,560 $76,560 Nilsson Donna MS Soc St MA+30 11
$64,785 $64,785
Panek Susan Grade 5 MA 19 $2,000 $89,495 $91,495 Phemsint** Sarah P/T Guidance MA 1
$32,781 $32,781
Pohlman Amy Kindergarten BA 13
$60,095 $60,095 Preciado Barbara MS Res Ctr MA+45 13
$70,595 $70,595
Probst** Stephanie P/T Preschool BA 1 $29,361 $29,361 Puri** Cristina Guidance MA 8
$59,085 $59,085
Reilly Krystina MS Math MA 7 $59,085 $59,085 Roche Dianne MS Soc St MA 16 $1,000 $75,560 $76,560 Roller Cynthia Kindergarten BA 14
$62,850 $62,850
Saunders Amanda MS Spanish MA 14
$68,850 $68,850 Schurman Lucy MS Res Ctr/ ESL MA+45 19 $1,500 $93,995 $95,495
Simons Alison School Psych Lv Repl. MA+30 1 $60,610 $60,610
Spencer Matthew MS Soc St MA 16 $1,000 $75,560 $76,560 Stanisci Sharon Grade 2 MA+15 16
$77,060 $77,060
Todorovic** Kristina P/T BSI LA BA 2
$29,503 $29,503
(Title I funds) Toppeta James ES Phys Ed MA 10
$60,230 $60,230
Valente Amanda Grade 5 BA+15 8
$54,585 $54,585
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Last Name First Name Assignment Guide Step Longevity/
Stipend Base
Salary Total
Salary Van Kalsbeck Barbara ES Res Ctr MA+15 18 $1,000 $85,370 $86,370 Velardi Christina MS Phys Ed/ Health MA 4 $57,760 $57,760 Webb Tracey Speech MA 5 $58,010 $58,010 Werner** Jill Occup. Therapist BA 5 $52,010 $52,010 Zaleski** Allison P/T BSI Math BA 1 $29,361 $29,361 Zammit Jennifer MS Science BA 14
$62,850 $62,850
Zeppetelli Whitney Grade 1 MA 10
$60,230 $60,230
Zichelli** Jennifer ES Spec Ed/ KITES BA
BA+15‡ 3
$51,760 $53,260‡
$51,760 $53,260‡
Zodda Danielle ES Res Ctr BA 13
$60,095 $60,095 ** Non-tenured * Longevity was received/increased during the 14-15 school year. ‡ Movement on the guide was board approved effective February 1, 2015. † Mrs. Joy will be on board-approved unpaid leave during the 2014-2015 school year.”
2014-2015 SALARIES: PARAPROFESSIONALS
RESOLUTION 206-2015 “WHEREAS, the Agreement between the Board of Education and the Lincoln Park Education Association for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017 has been ratified; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the following adjusted salaries for paraprofessionals for the 2014-2015 school year:
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
Stringer Susan Paraprofessional 10 Mo. 3 $14,577 $14,577
Van Bodegon Brenda Paraprofessional 10 Mo. 6 $26,503 $ 200 $26,703 * Longevity was received/increased during the 14-15 school year.” † Ms. Paxton’s resignation was board-approved and became effective January 1, 2015.”
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2014-2015 SALARIES: CUSTODIANS RESOLUTION 207-2015 “WHEREAS, the Agreement between the Board of Education and the Lincoln Park Education Association for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017 has been ratified; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the following adjusted salaries for custodians for the 2014-2015 school year:
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
$43,392** O'Kane† Thomas Custodian 12 Mo. 6 $50,168 $ 250 $50,418 Sas Michael Custodian, Head 12 Mo. 6 $50,168 $1,600 $51,768 Turco Nunzio Custodian, Head 12 Mo. 6 $50,168 $1,800 $51,968
* Longevity was received/increased during the 14-15 school year. ** Mr. Moore became full-time effective October 8, 2014. † Mr.O’Kane’s resignation was board-approved and became effective December 1, 2014.”
2014-2015 SALARIES: SECRETARIES
RESOLUTION 208-2015 “WHEREAS, the Agreement between the Board of Education and the Lincoln Park Education Association for the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017 has been ratified; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the following adjusted salaries for secretaries and part-time secretaries for the 2014-2015 school year:
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
Sleeman Lisa MS Office Asst. (start 10/27/14) 183 Days 1
$ 6,071 (prorated)
$ 6,071 (prorated)
Sorrentino Nancy ES Office Asst. 183 Days 4 $ 6,616
$ 6,616 * Longevity was received/increased during the 14-15 school year.”
2015-2016 SALARIES: TEACHING STAFF
RESOLUTION 209-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salaries of the following teaching staff members for the 2015-2016 school year:
Last Name First Name Assignment Guide Step Longevity Base
Salary Total
Salary Ahman Donna MS Lang Arts MA+15 20 $2,000 $91,995 $93,995 Alvarez Jose MS Spec Ed BA+30 20 $2,000 $87,495 $89,495 Amoruso Janet ES Res Ctr MA+30 20 $1,000 $93,495 $94,495 Arnold Colleen Grade 2 MA 16
$73,745 $73,745
Bambach* Christian Grade 3 BA 4
$53,500 $53,500 Bastedo Jennifer ES ESL MA 7
$60,000 $60,000
Bell Kristin Grade 4 BA 6
$53,750 $53,750 Bergmann Tara MS Lang Arts BA 16
$67,745 $67,745
Bonsiewich Cathleen BSI BA+15 19 $1,000 $81,095 $82,095 Brocklesby Paula MS Music BA+30 20 $2,000 $87,495 $89,495 Brown Erin Preschool/ PSD MA 8
$60,825 $60,825
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Last Name First Name Assignment Guide Step Longevity/
Stipend Base
Salary Total
Salary Brown Lisa Grade 1 BA+30 20 $1,000 $87,495 $88,495 Calandrillo Anna Mae BSI MA+15 19 $1,000 $87,095 $88,095
Chen Yilin (Teresa) MS Math BA+30 10
$58,970 $58,970
Cole** Katelyn Grade 3 BA 4
$53,500 $53,500 Connelly Christopher Social Worker BA 20 $1,000 $84,495 $85,495 Cook** Joshua ES Spec Ed BA 4
$53,500 $53,500
Cotsopoulos* Cassandra Grade 2 MA 4
$59,500 $59,500 Davidson Kathryn Grade 1 BA 13
$59,480 $59,480
Deady Jaclyn Grade 1 MA 5
$59,500 $59,500 DeJosia Judith MS Science BA+15 20 $2,000 $85,995 $87,995 DeSantis** Katelyn MS Spec Ed BA+15 5
$55,000 $55,000
DeVito Gina Marie ES Resource Ctr MA+30 16 $1,000 $76,745 $77,745 Fox Diane Grade 4 BA 16 $1,000 $67,745 $68,745 Frederiks** Laura ES Spec Ed BA 4
$53,500 $53,500
Gabel Karen Grade 4 MA 15
$70,590 $70,590 Gialanella Stephanie Grade 1 BA 10
$55,970 $55,970
Giannaci* Dana Kindergarten BA 4
$53,500 $53,500 Gibbs-Dempski Jolene MS Art BA 9 $54,825 $54,825 Gomes Linda Kindergarten BA 14
$61,835 $61,835
Gorombey** Cassandra MS Computers MA 2 $59,250 $59,250 Guza* Sarah MS Math MA 5
$59,500 $59,500
Hanly Jennifer Grade 3 MA+15 13
$66,980 $66,980 Holly Melinda MS Perf Arts BA 5
$53,500 $53,500
Iapoce Suzanne ES Computers MA 20 $1,500 $90,495 $91,995 Joy Melba School Psych MA+45 7
$64,500 $64,500
Kaye Joddi LDTC MA+45 20
$94,995 $94,995
Kelly Ryan MS Phys Ed/ Health MA 10
$61,970 $61,970 Kennelly Jennifer LDTC MA+15 20 $1,500 $91,995 $93,495 Kerwin Carolyn Kindergarten BA+15 19 $1,000 $81,095 $82,095 Klein Jaclyn ES Music BA 6 $53,750 $53,750 Koldyk Danielle Grade 5 BA 14
$61,835 $61,835
Kunert Angela MS French BA 16 $1,000 $67,745 $68,745 Landolfi Sherri MS Lang Arts MA+45 18
$85,755 $85,755
Leck Kristen ES Spec Ed/ KITES III MA 6
$59,750 $59,750 Lee Cheryl Grade 4 MA 17 $1,000 $77,300 $78,300 Lehr** Jennifer Grade 3 BA 3
$53,500 $53,500
Ley* Christopher MS Spec Ed BA 4
$53,500 $53,500 Lichtenberg Karen Speech BA+30 20
$87,495 $87,495
Londono Jaclyn Grade 5 MA 12
$63,525 $63,525 Lopuski Loni MS Nurse MA 20
$90,495 $90,495
McConnell Beth Ann Grade 2 BA 20 $1,500 $84,495 $85,995 McKenna** Catherine Grade 3 BA 3
$53,500 $53,500
Medina William MS Spec Ed BA+30 12 $60,525 $60,525 Melcer** Katie Grade 5 BA 2 $53,250 $53,250 Monteleone Cherie Grade 2 MA+15 20 $1,500 $91,995 $93,495
Moore** Emily ES Art BA 2 $53,250
$53,250
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Last Name First Name Assignment Guide Step Longevity/
Step Base
Salary Total
Salary Morgenroth Danielle MS Science BA 13
$59,480 $59,480
Neal Robert Technology MA 17 $1,000 $77,300 $78,300 Nilsson Donna MS Soc St MA+30 12
$66,525 $66,525
Panek Susan Grade 5 MA 20 $2,000 $90,495 $92,495 Phemsint** Sarah P/T Guidance MA 2
$42,305 $42,305
Pohlman Amy Kindergarten BA 14
$61,835 $61,835 Probst** Stephanie ES Spec. Ed./ BSI BA 2 $53,250 $53,250 Puri** Cristina Guidance MA 9
$60,825 $60,825
Reilly Krystina MS Math MA 8 $60,825 $60,825 Reilly Lauren ES Spec Ed/ KITES II BA 1 $53,250 $53,250 Roche Dianne MS Soc St MA 17 $1,000 $77,300 $78,300 Roller Cynthia Kindergarten BA 15
$64,590 $64,590
Saunders Amanda MS Spanish MA 15
$70,590 $70,590 Schurman Lucy MS Res Ctr/ ESL MA+45 20 $1,500 $94,995 $96,495 Spencer Matthew MS Soc St MA 17 $1,000 $77,300 $78,300 Stanisci Sharon Grade 2 MA+15 17
$78,800 $78,800
Toppeta James ES Phys Ed MA 11
$61,970 $61,970 Valente Amanda Grade 5 BA+15 9
$56,325 $56,325
Van Kalsbeck Barbara ES Res Ctr MA+15 19 $1,000 $87,095 $88,095 Velardi Christina MS Phys Ed/ Health MA 5 $59,500 $59,500 Webb Tracey Speech MA 6 $59,750 $59,750 Werner** Jill Occup. Therapist BA 6 $53,750 $53,750 Zaleski** Allison P/T BSI Math BA 2 $38,021 $38,021 Zammit Jennifer MS Science BA 15
$64,590 $64,590
Zeppetelli Whitney Grade 1 MA 11
$61,970 $61,970 Zichelli* Jennifer ES Spec Ed/ KITES MA 4
$59,500 $59,500
Zodda Danielle MS Resource Ctr BA 14
$61,835 $61,835 * Will receive tenure effective September 2, 2015 ** Non-tenured”
2015-2016 SALARIES: PARAPROFESSIONALS
RESOLUTION 210-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salaries of the following paraprofessionals for the 2015-2016 school year:
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
Stringer Susan Paraprofessional 10 Mo. 4 $18,926 $18,926
Van Bodegon Brenda Paraprofessional 10 Mo. 6 $27,126 $ 200 $27,326
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2015-2016 SALARIES: CUSTODIANS RESOLUTION 211-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salaries of the following custodians for the 2015-2016 school year:”
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
$ 550 $51,897 Miltner Lewis Custodian 12 Mo. 6 $51,347 $ 250 $51,597 Moore Tristan Custodian 12 Mo. 4 $44,188 $ 250 $44,438 Sas Michael Custodian, Head 12 Mo. 6 $51,347 $1,600 $52,947 Turco Nunzio Custodian, Head 12 Mo. 6 $51,347 $1,800 $53,147
2015-2016 SALARIES: SECRETARIES
RESOLUTION 212-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salaries of the following secretaries and part-time secretaries for the 2015-2016 school year:”
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
Stipend Total Salary Leck Leeanne Secretary - MS 10.5 Mo. 6 $48,531 $500 $49,031 Sleeman Lisa MS Office Asst. 183 Days 2 $ 6,493 $ 6,493 Sorrentino Nancy ES Office Asst. 183 Days 5 $ 6,772
$ 6,772
SALARY – SPECIAL SERVICES SECRETARY, 2015-2016
RESOLUTION 213-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salary of the following secretary for the 2015-2016 school year:”
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Step Salary Longevity/
Stipend Total Salary
Bartels Marla Secretary - SS 12 Mo. N/A $46,749 $46,749 SALARY – MEDIA AIDE, 2015-2016
RESOLUTION 214-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salary of the following media aide for the 2015-2016 school year:”
SALARY – NURSE, 2015-2016
RESOLUTION 215-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salary of the following registered nurse for the 2015-2016 school year:”
Last Name First Name Assignment Hours Period Hourly Rate
Longevity/
Stipend Total Salary
Karback Diane Media Aide 4 183
Days $21.37/hr $15,644
Last Name First Name Assignment Period Base
Salary Longevity/ Stipends Total Salary
Falk Sara Registered Nurse 10 Mo. $47,002 $47,002
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SALARIES – CENTRAL OFFICE STAFF, 2015-2016
RESOLUTION 216-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salaries of the following central office staff for the 2015-2016 school year:”
RESOLUTION 217-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the salaries of the following cafeteria/playground aides for the 2015-2016 school year:”
Last Name First Name Assignment Hours Period Base
Salary Longevity/
Stipend Total
Salary
Blakeley Marion Playground/Cafe Aide 3 183 Days $7,303 $7,303
Hobmeier Judy Playground/Cafe Aide 3 183 Days $7,018 $7,018
Larranaga Joan Playground/Cafe Aide 2.5 183 Days $6,212 $6,212
McGrath Filomena Playground/Cafe Aide 3 183 Days $6,881 $6,881
Patel Tejal Playground/Cafe Aide 3 183 Days $6,746 $6,746
Petrazzuolo Lucia Playground/Cafe Aide 3 183 Days $7,018 $7,018
Phoenix Martha Playground/Cafe Aide 3 183 Days $7,783 $7,783 MEDICAL LEAVE, MILTNER
RESOLUTION 218-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education post-approves Lewis Miltner, Custodian, Lincoln Park Middle School, for medical leave beginning June 3, 2015 through August 25, 2015 under the Family Medical Leave Act, unpaid with benefits, returning to work August 26, 2015.”
ADDITION TO SUBSTITUTE LIST, JUNE 5, 2015-JUNE 30, 2015
RESOLUTION 219-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education post-approves the following substitute at the approved substitute rate of pay, as called, effective June 5, 2015 through June 30, 2015: Jennifer Schweitzer, Teacher.” A roll call was taken for Personnel: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen,
Mr. Stager and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0.
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FINANCE Vice President Avena, seconded by Trustee Nielsen, moved to consider the following resolutions on Finance:
SUBMISSION OF IDEA-B APPLICATION, FY 2016
RESOLUTION 220-2015 “RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the submission of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B application for Fiscal Year 2016 in the following amounts:
Basic Grant (public) $ 263,067 Preschool Grant $ 8,883”
PAYROLL AND GENERAL ACCOUNTS BILLS LIST
RESOLUTION 221-2015 “RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education approves the payment of the following payroll related expenses and the following General Account bills list as approved by the finance committee.
BILLS DESCRIPTION DATED AMOUNT
PAYROLL GENERAL 5/31/2015 $ 379,380.44
STATE SHARE - FICA 5/31/2015 $ 21,966.00
BOARD SHARE - FICA 5/31/2015 $ 6,457.38
TOTAL 407,803.82
BILLS LIST FUND 10 6/9/2015 106,973.36
BILLS LIST FUND 20 6/9/2015 919.51
BILLS LIST FUND 60 6/9/2015 15,626.08
See Below TOTAL 123,518.95
GRAND TOTAL 531,322.77
MONTHLY TRANSFER REPORT, APRIL 2015
*RESOLUTION 222-2015 ”RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park Board of Education accepts and affixes to the minutes of this meeting the Monthly Transfer Report for April, 2015.”
TRANSFER OF FUNDS (IN EXCESS OF 10%)
*RESOLUTION 223-215 “RESOLVED, that the Lincoln Park of Education approves the following transfers of funds, which were approved by the Executive County Superintendent on April 20, 2015: FROM: Operation and Maintenance $21,200 TO: Equipment $21,200
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A roll call was taken for Finance: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen,
Mr. Stager and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0
USE OF FACILITIES Vice President Avena, seconded by Trustee Nielsen, moved to consider the following resolutions on Use of Facilities:
RESOLUTION 224-2015 “WHEREAS, the group(s)/organization(s) listed below have requested the use of facilities; and WHEREAS, these requests comply with the policies outlined under “Rental of School Facilities” incorporated into the policies of the Board of Education; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that approval is hereby given to the listed group(s)/organization(s) to rent requested facilities; and THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Business Administrator is hereby authorized to issue permits for these requests. The Board reserves the right to schedule school activities at any time.
Group/Organization School Location Day Date Time Rental Fee
A Borough of Lincoln Park LPMS Parking Lot Friday 7/3/15 5:00PM-
12:00AM None
B Lincoln Park Day Association Chapel Hill Field
Saturday or
Sunday
9/26/15 or 9/27/15
rain date 9:00AM-5:00PM None
A roll call was taken for Use of Facilities: YEA: President Mayers, Vice President Avena, Mr. Gibbons, Mr. Nazzaro, Ms. Nielsen,
Mr. Stager and Mrs. Stoel NAY: None The motion carried 7-0
BOARD DISCUSSION
• A discussion was held about the Camden Aquarium field trip and student misbehavior. The rumors that are being discussed are inaccurate.
• Mr. Grube stated that after the Board completes the evaluation process; setting district goals for next year need to be completed. Mr. Grube will meet with the Administrative team to create goals and welcomed any recommendations from the Board. This can be done in a formal process or Board Members may contact him personally.
SECOND PUBLIC RECOGNITION REGARDING SCHOOL RELATED MATTERS Trustee Nielsen, seconded by Trustee Nazzaro, moved to forgo the second public recognition, as no public was present, at 8:16 p.m. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Superintendent Evaluation
2. Legal
3. Negotiations ADJOURNMENT Trustee Nielsen, seconded by Trustee Stager, moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m. The motion was approved by unanimous voice vote. Respectfully submitted, Adrian J. Pollio Business Administrator/Board Secretary
