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MINUTES

PETERS TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING

MONDAY, JUNE 27, 2011 6:30 P.M. – EXECUTIVE SESSION

7:30 P.M. – DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION OFFICES CALL TO ORDER: Diane Ritter, President, called the regular meeting of the Peters Township

Board of School Directors to order at 7:30 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL: Present were: Mrs. Golembiewski, Mrs. Ritter, Mrs. Erenberg, Mr. McMurray,

Mrs. Cuervo, Mrs. Smith, Dr. Buzzatto and Mrs. Sullivan and Mr. Hvizdos.

Also present were Dr. Nina Zetty, Superintendent, Dr. Anthony Merante, Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Solomon, Business Manager, Kelly Gustafson, Principal Bower Hill Elementary, Mike Fisher, Principal Pleasant Valley Elementary, Sherry Voitek, Food Service Director, Patrick Maloy Director of Technology, Shelly Belcher, Communications Coordinator, and Gary Matta, Solicitor. SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS

Celebration of Excellence

• Dr. Zetty stated that on Friday, June 10, Peters Township celebrated the graduation of the class of 2011. Staff members from all buildings were on hand to escort the 330 graduates and celebrate this important milestone in their lives. Keeping with PTSD tradition, member of the class of 1961 were also in attendance to mark the 50th anniversary of their commencement ceremony from PTHS.

• Dr. Zetty reported that seven students from Peters Township Middle School represented the

District in the PA Junior Academy of Science State Competition held at Penn State.

• Dr. Zetty reported that in May, High School SAD students presented lessons on “Bad

Situations” at McMurray Elementary to the 6th grade classrooms. The SAD students

presented real-world scenarios and focused on making good choices.

• Dr. Zetty reported that the third grade students at Pleasant Valley presented their annual

celebration of Pittsburgh with a special musical performance. The show was the culmination

of the social studies unit on our hometown history and featured facts and music about our

industry, culture, traditions and sports.

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• Dt. Zetty stated that the Bower Hill Elementary third grade students presented their “Milky

Way Musical Journey” to parents and fellow students. This unique event features not only

music, but student artwork, uniquely created poetry, and student-driven music.

• Dr. Zetty commented on the Elementary class-size at the third grade level and stated that

one option being considered is to redistrict seven students to Bower Hill.

• QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR (15 minutes)

“Any parent, guardian, resident, or community group shall have the right to present a request, suggestion, or complaint concerning district personnel, programs, or operations of the district. At the same time, the Board has a duty to protect its staff from harassment. Consequently, the board does not and will not condone personal attacks directed toward district personnel. It is the Board’s intent to provide a fair and impartial manner for seeking appropriate remedies. Any suggestions or complaints directed to individual Board members and/or the Board shall be referred to the superintendent and/or appropriate administrator for consideration and action. Personnel complaints directed toward an individual(s) are not subject for discussion or review at a public meeting of the Board of School Directors.”

(Peters Township School District Policy 1312)

• Mr. Aburachis of 272 Sutherland Drive questioned why the Board held a special meeting in

February. • Mrs. Cuervo stated the meeting was held to meet deadlines for the application process with

the Township for the Pleasant Valley Athletic field. • Mr. Aburachis implied that select members of the public were informed of the meeting by

the Board • Darcy Sefer of 201 Sandcreek Drive questioned how Peters township School District

compared with other comparable school districts regarding class-size. She stated the four of the districts she contacted had class-sizes that were lower than Peters Township and requested that the class-size be maintained at less than twenty five students.

• Sherri Morgan of 107 Standing Rock Drive, asked the Board to reconsider their option for the Pleasant Valley third grade class-size. She stated that she was concerned of the impact on the students that would be relocated and asked the Board to continue to look for other options.

• Lori McRoberts of 103 Sandcreek Drive, thanked the Board for their efforts regarding the budget on addressing the class-size issue. She stated that she does not support the redistricting option and supports the addition of one third grade teacher to six teachers at Pleasant Valley.

• Anita Knaack of 213 Rutledge Drive, asked if the Board has established a specific class-size cut off enrollment by grade level. She requested the third grade class-size be twenty one.

• Dr. Zetty stated that we will continue to monitor class-size over the summer and make a decision by August 1, 2011

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• Mary Korsmeyer of 132 Highland Drive requested that the Board vote no on the Bond issue and the Pleasant Valley electrical contract. She suggested the Board spend money on instruction not atheltics. She also stated that the Board has no legal obligation to continue with the Pleasant Valley Field project.

• Kristen Kulkiowski of 223 Robinhood Lane requested that the Board add a third grade teahcer to Pleasant Valley.

• Rick Enscoe of 101 Belin Drive questioned the new payments to participate in sports, specifically the booster groups paying the lowest paid coach. He requested that the Board review the program annually for possible elimination or reduction. He stated that he feels that the coaches’ fee is unreasonable and will place a burden on the Booster Groups.

• Joe Glover of 706 Glover Way stated that he is concerned about the impact on the students that are relocated to Bower Hill Elementary.

• Robert Finn of 215 Ridgeview Drive stated that he supports the Pleasant Valley Field project and feels that Peters township School district is behind compared to other districts. He also stated the facility is defective in many ways.

• Nina Little of 123 Golden Eagle Drive questioned the Board on the cross country coach to be hired.

• Dr. Zetty stated that this item is on tonight’s agenda. • Matt Bootman of 106 Briarwood stated that because the Pleasant Valley Field project is

being paid for with a bond issue it does not impact the education program. • Colleen Nutili of 153 Bittersweet Circle spoke on behalf of the Bower Hill parents and

requested a third grade teacher at Bower Hill Elementary. • Mrs. Sullivan stated the field utilization schedule convinced her that this project is needed

and the cost at this time is very low and the additional funds in the Bond issue can be used for future capital projects.

• Mrs. Golembiewski stated that she supports maintaining our facilities and feels this bond issue will provide the funds to do this.

• Suzanne Mackay of 165 Druid questioned if there was a restriction on students and on the amount students pay for the activities they could participate in.

• Dr. Zetty stated that there is no limit for activities only athletics.

PRESIDENT’S COMMENTS

• Mrs. Ritter stated that there was an Executive Session before this meeting for discussion of Personnel issues and contracts.

OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS:

MOTION:

Mrs. Golembiewski as per policy asked to waive the request to roll call vote on every issue.

Seconded by Mrs. Erenberg.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

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• Mr. Hvizdos stated that he would vote no on the motion because of the payment to attorney Mark Scott that appeared on the monthly bills list.

I. BUSINESS OFFICE RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve Business Office recommendations as follows (attachments 1 through 9):

1. Approval of the minutes the regular meeting May 16, 2011.

2. Approval of the treasurer’s report for May 2011 with a balance of $618,596.68

3. Approval of General Fund bills for May 11, 2011 through May 31, 2011 and June 1, 2011 through June 11, 2011.

4. Approval of the Capital Facilities Fund bills from May 11, 2011 through June 11, 2011.

5. Approval of the Food Service Bills from May 11, 2011 through June 11, 2011.

6. Approval of the McMurray Elementary School Activity Fund report from May 1, 2011

through May 31, 2011.

7. Approval of the Middle School Activity Fund report from May 1, 2011 through May 31, 2011.

8. Approval of the High School Athletic Fund report from May 1, 2011 through May 31, 2011.

9. Approval of the High School Activity Fund report from May 1, 2011 through May 31, 2011.

MOTION: Mrs. Erenberg moved approval of the Business Office recommendations 1 through 9, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski

MOTION CARRIED

(8-1)

Mr. Hvizdos voted no

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II. BOARD COMMITTEES Personnel Cindy Golembiewski

• Mrs. Golembiewski stated a Closed Personnel Committee meetings were held on June 16, 2011 and June 18, 2011 for the purpose of discussing personnel issues.

Education Lynn Erenberg

• Mrs. Erenberg stated the following textbooks are recommended for initial presentation: MIDDLE SCHOOL and HIGH SCHOOL Algebra I

→ Algebra I, Holt McDougal, ©2011, Burger, Student Edition, ISBN 9780030995743, Cost: $30,888.77

HIGH SCHOOL Music

→ Rock and Roll: Its History and Stylistic Development, Prentice Hall, Inc., ©2009, ISBN 9780136010685, Cost: $1,975.00

Science – Molecular

→ What Einstein Told His Cook: Kitchen Science Explained, W.W. Norton & Col, ©2002, Robert L. Wolke, ISBN 9780393011838, Cost: $660.00

Finance Tom McMurray

• Mr. McMurray thanked the Board and Administration for their hard work on the budget. • Mr. McMurray stated that there was a Finance Committee meeting on June 13, 2011 to

discuss the preliminary budget revisions. • Lisa Chiesa from Thrope, Reed and Armstrong presented the ”Bond Resoultion” and

answered questions.

1. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve authorizing the incurring of nonelectoral debt by the issuance of general obligation bonds, in an aggregate principal amount of five million and 00/100 dollars ($5,000,000.00); covenanting to pay, and pledging unlimited taxing power for the payment of, the bonds; establishing a sinking fund and appointing a sinking fund depository; fixing the form, interest rates, maturity dates, and other provisions for the payment thereof; accepting a proposal for the purchase of the bonds; authorizing a filing of required documents with the department of community and economic development; ratifying and directing certain actions of officers; and making certain other covenants and provisions in respect of the bonds (attachment).

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MOTION: Mrs. Cuervo moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 1, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski

• Dr. Buzzatto stated that he will not support the Resolution because he does not understand the motion not the Board members who support it. He stated that this initiative does not fit the economic times. Dr. Buzzatto commended the Superintendent on a tremendous job during the budget process. He stated that during a time of current cuts in the budget he feels that the incurring of debt is unwise.

Roll call vote was taken: Mrs. Cuervo voted yes Mr. Hvizdos voted yes Mrs. Golembiewski voted yes Mrs. Sullivan voted yes Dr. Buzzatto voted no Mr. McMurray voted no Mrs. Smith voted no Mrs. Erenberg voted yes Mrs. Ritter voted yes MOTION CARRIED (6-3)

2. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve the following issuance cost for the 2011 bond issue: Underwriting discount $4.00 per thousand Bond Counsel $12,000.00 plus $1,500.00 expenses Solicitor fee $2,500.00 Official statement printing $3,500.00 Paying agent fee $500.00 Moody’s Rating Agency $7,700.00 CUSIP fee $500.00

MOTION: Mrs. Golembiewski moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 2, seconded by Mrs. Cuervo

Roll call vote was taken: Mrs. Cuervo voted yes Mr. Hvizdos voted yes Mrs. Golembiewski voted yes Mrs. Sullivan voted yes Dr. Buzzatto voted no Mr. McMurray voted no Mrs. Smith voted no Mrs. Erenberg voted yes Mrs. Ritter voted yes MOTION CARRIED (6-3)

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3. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to adopt the General Fund Budget for the 2011-12 school year in the amount of $49,583,988. The tentative budget amount was $49,892,752.

• Dr. Buzzatto stated that the budget increase over the previous year is extremely low at 1.5%

• Mr. Hvizdos stated that the District is not cutting people but eliminating positions and redistricting Bower Hill elementary.

MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 3, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski. Roll call vote was taken:

Roll call vote was taken: Mrs. Cuervo voted yes Mr. Hvizdos voted no Mrs. Golembiewski voted yes Mrs. Sullivan voted yes Dr. Buzzatto voted yes Mr. McMurray voted yes Mrs. Smith voted yes Mrs. Erenberg voted yes Mrs. Ritter voted yes MOTION CARRIED (8-1)

4. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to establish a Real Estate millage rate of 96.51

mills for the 2011-12 fiscal year. The 96.51 millage rate includes a 1.33 mill increase, equal to the allowable state index of 1.4%.

• Mr. Hvizdos stated that he felt that Harrisburg was out of touch with the financial

requirements to run a school district.

MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 4, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

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5. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve the 2011-12 Technology Budget in the amount of $778,426. This amount excludes salaries and benefits. The tentative budget amount was $ 795,903. This amount is included in the General Fund Budget.

• Mrs. Sullivan asked if the $795,903 was higher in the tentative budget. • Mr. McMurray explained the difference before the tentative budget and the final

budget. MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 5, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

6. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve the 2011-12 Curriculum Budget in

the amount of $38,497.55. MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 6, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

7. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve the 2011-12 Capital Reserve Budget in the amount of $3,817,217. The tentative budget amount was $3,862,217. This budget includes a $400,000 transfer to the General Fund.

MOTION: Mrs. Golembiewski moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 7, seconded by Mrs. Cuervo.

MOTION CARRIED

(6-3)

Dr. Buzzatto voted no, Mr. McMurray voted no, Mr. Hvizdos voted no

8. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve all taxes under the Local Tax Enabling Act (Act 511) to remain unchanged.

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MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 8, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

9. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to authorize the Administration to pay required invoices between June 30, 2011 and August 15, 2011 due to the length of time between meetings.

MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 9, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

10. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve the attached Homestead/Farmstead resolution for the 2011-12 fiscal year. Eligible property owners will receive a $120.43 reduction in real estate tax by providing a credit of $1,248 of assessed value (attached Resolution).

MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 10, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

11. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion as per section 688 of the Public School Code (Limitations on certain unreserved fund balances) be it resolved by the Peters Township Board of School Directors that it will reserve the designate $7,000,000 of surplus funds for the purpose of satisfying future debt service obligations and increases in the employer contributions to the Public School Employees Retirement System as follows: Debt Service Fund - $3,000,000 Retirement Fund - $4,000,000 By taking this action the District has fulfilled its obligation to maintain an unreserved undesignated fund balance that does not exceed 8% as legally required. The unreserved undesignated fund balance is estimated to be $3,197,645.

• Mr. McMurray explained the management of the reserve account.

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MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 11, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

12. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to renew the food service contract with ARAMARK, Inc., for one (1) year with the option to renew for years (2) subsequent years.

MOTION: Mr. McMurray moved approval of the Finance committee recommendation 12, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0) Policy Diane Ritter

• Mrs. Ritter stated that there was a Policy Committee meeting on June 16, 2011 to discuss the Graduation Honors Policy 5127.2 and Student Trip Policy 6153.

Attached is the first reading of:

Policy - 5127.2 Class Rank- Graduation Honors

• Mrs. Smith thanked the committee, students, parents, teachers and administration. She especially wanted to thank Mr. Sudol and Mr. Lacey for all of their hard work. Mrs. Smith also stated that even though the policy is improved it is still not finished.

• Mrs. Cuervo stated that she does not support the changes to this policy

Buildings and Grounds Lori Cuervo

13. RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to award the following bids for the Pleasant Valley Athletic Facility:

• Site Contract – Amity Asphalt Paving - $1,496,000 (total bid) Base Bid $1,350,000 Alternate #1 Widen/pave access road to athletic fields $ 72,000 Alternate #2 Resurface access drive from ES to athletic field access road $ 58,000 Alternate #5 Relocate existing batting cages $ 6,000 Alternate #8 Resurface walk path from ES parking lot to NE corner of site $ 10,000

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• General Construction – DiMarco Construction Company - $220,000 • HVAC Construction – Hranec Corporation - $19,650 • Plumbing Construction – J.B. Mechanical - $52,600 • Electrical Construction – S.E. Schultz Electric Inc. - $396,700

The total bid award is $2,184,950.

• Mrs. Cuervo stated that the bleachers and the wind screen were cut due to cost. • Mrs. Sullivan thanked Dr. Zetty for the Administrative Regulation for the use of the

facilities • Mr. Hvizdos stated that guidelines must be strictly enforced and we must be good neighbors. • Mr. McMurray stated that he supports the field but not the lights and sound. He cannot

support because of academic cuts that were made by the Board. • Mrs. Smith agreed with Mr. McMurray. • Mrs. Golembiewski stated that the Board understands this is a great responsibility making

this decision and that we could not make everyone happy. Mrs. Golembiewski believes that the Board has done their best. She stated that last week the District had a problem getting access to the field for someone in a wheelchair and Dr. Zetty had to intervene.

MOTION: Mrs. Cuervo moved approval of the Buildings and Grounds committee recommendation 13, seconded by Mrs. Golembiewski.

MOTION CARRIED (6-3)

Dr. Buzzatto voted no, Mrs. Smith voted no, Mr. McMurray voted no PSBA Sue Smith

• Mrs. Smith thanked the Board members for their responses to her request Western Area Career and Technology Center Julie Ann Sullivan

• Mrs. Sullivan reported that Roberta DiLorenzo completed her tenure as Superintendent of record with CTC and thanked her for her work.

Intermediate Unit Tom McMurray

• Mr. McMurray stated the Intermediate Unit 1 is closing a facility and planning on teacher layoffs.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S AGENDA III. CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve Certificated Personnel recommendations as follows:

1. Approve the following resignation: Name: Stephanie Saxe Position: 4th Grade Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary Effective: June 13, 2011

2. Approve the following sabbatical leave: Name: Thomas Hajzus Position: Assistant to the Superintendent for Operations Assignment: District Administrative Offices Effective: July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012

MOTION: Mr. Hvizdos moved approval of the Certified Personnel recommendation 2, seconded by Mrs. Cuervo.

MOTION CARRIED

(8-1)

Dr. Buzzatto voted no

3. Approve the following transfer: Name: Brandi Deems From: Special Education & Instruction Support Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary To: Special Education Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary Effective: 2011-12 school year Replaces: Caroline Abele Name: Dana Stock From: Special Education Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary To: 4th Grade Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary Effective: 2011-12 school year Replaces: Stephanie Saxes

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4. Approve the following new hire (attachment): Name: Brian Griffin Position: Technology Education Teacher Assignment: Middle School Salary: Bachelors, Step 3 Effective: 2011-12 school year Replaces: Paul Sutherland

Name: Meredith Price Position: English Teacher Assignment: High School Salary: Masters, Step 1 Effective: 2011-12 school year Replaces: Jay Suszynski

5. Approve the following Long Term Substitute (attachment):

Name: Kim Jewison Position: 5th Grade Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary Salary: Bachelors, Step 1 Effective: 2011-12 school year Replaces: Megan Mongillo

Name: Vanessa Blair Position: 6th Grade Teacher Assignment: McMurray Elementary Salary: Masters, Step 1 Effective: 2011-12 school year Replaces: Jennifer Goldbach

6. The following person(s) have completed three years in the Peters Township School District

as Temporary Professional Employees and have been rated in accordance with the provision of Section 1123 of the Public School Code of 1949 as amended. Having earned a final rating of “satisfactory” they are so certified and entitled to Professional Employee Status in accordance with the provision of Section 1108 (b):

Professional Employee Building Milton Barney High School Kristen Caponi High School Dulce Miller High School Stephen Maiolo Middle School Shannon Nardello Middle School

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Megan Mongillo McMurray School Jessica Reyes McMurray School Joe Scaglione McMurray School Amelia Yates McMurray School Kathy Zuccarini McMurray School Melissa Panza Bower Hill School Kristen Degenhardt Pleasant Valley School Nicole Scott Pleasant Valley School

7. Approve the following student teachers/observers/interns for the 2011-12 school year, pending receipt of all compliance documents:

Name: Jason Hivner Dates of Assignment: August 29 – December 16, 2011 College or University: Robert Morris University Curriculum Major: Elementary Education Assignment: Student Teacher PTSD Teacher and Bldg: Linda Sallee, Bower Hill Elementary

MOTION: Mr. Hvizdos moved approval of the Certified Personnel recommendations 1 and 3-7, seconded by Dr. Buzzatto.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0) IV. NON-CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve Non-Certificated Personnel recommendations as follows:

1. Approve the following day-to-day non-teaching substitutes for the 2011-12 school year

pending receipt of all compliance documents. Employees will not begin work within or for the District until documents are on file, except in special circumstances approved by the Superintendent. Bellavance, Tammy Cafeteria/Playground Monitor, Bus

Driver, Cafeteria/Food Service, Custodian

Sliman, Debra Custodian, Bus Aide

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2. Approve the following Seasonal Laborers who will be working between June and September 2011 pending receipt of all compliance documents. Employees will not begin work within or for the District until documents are on file, except in special circumstances approved by the Superintendent.

Devore, Diane Sliman, Debra Striebich, Carol

3. Approve the following paraprofessionals for the 2011 Extended School Year (ESY)

Program at the substitute teacher rate and/or prorated substitute rate: Substitute Paraprofessional (All Schools) June 27 – July 29 Kristen Caponi

4. Approve the following Paraprofessional’s for the 2011 Extended School Year (ESY) Program at the paraprofessional contractual rate: Substitute Paraprofessional (All Schools) June 27 – July 29 Andrea Crall Kim Wolfe

MOTION: Mrs. Golembiewski moved approval of the above Non-Certified Personnel recommendations 1-4, seconded by Mrs. Cuervo

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9-0)

V. EXTRA-DUTY PERSONNEL/PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve Extra-Duty Personnel/Program recommendations as follows:

1. Approve the following resignation: Name: Position: John Vavala MS Coed Swimming Coach

2. Approve the following extra-duty personnel for the 2011-12 school year pending receipt of all compliance documents and Board approval of these positions in the 2011-12 Budget. Employees will not begin work within or for the District until documents are on file, except in special circumstances approved by the Superintendent.

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HIGH SCHOOL Fall SAT Prep Course (English) Joanne Beckjord Fall SAT Prep Course (Math) Scott Sussman Activities Positions Interact Club Sponsor (paid by Rotary) Judy Alexander

Athletic Positions Fall Cross Country Head Coach (attachment) Justin Pinto

Field Hockey Head Coach Mary Rae Rocco Swimming/Driving Head Coach (attachment) Thomas Fletcher

3. Approve the following renewal of extra-duty personnel for the 2011-12 school year: Athletic Positions HIGH SCHOOL Fall Soccer Boys Assistant Coach Steve Evans Soccer Boys Assistant Coach Joe Jelinski Soccer Boys (volunteer) Joe Dyer Soccer Boys (volunteer) Mike Perez Soccer Boys (volunteer) Kris Bergman Fall/Winter Cheerleading Head Coach Chelsea Stockhausen Cheerleading Assistant Coach Alyssa Simmons Cheerleading Assistant Coach Emily Sasso Winter Swimming/Driving Assistant Coach Amber Hartung Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Scott Sussman Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Ed Rafferty MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Boys Basketball Head Coach Jay Zeminski Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Jack Kerekes

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Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Chris Kelly Boys Basketball Assistant Coach Josh Elders Girls Basketball Head Coach Jay Zeminski Girls Basketball Assistant Coach Will Amend Girls Basketball Assistant Coach Lois Murray Girls Basketball Assistant Coach Liz Bladel Wrestling Head Coach Ken Smith Wrestling Assistant Coach Dale Murdock

4. Approve the following paid support positions for athletics during the 2011-12 school year

pending receipt of all compliance documents and Board approval of these positions in the 2011-12 Budget. Employees will not begin work within or for the District until documents are on file, except in special circumstances approved by the Superintendent.

Amend, Will Deliere, Barb McWilliams, Ken Becki, David Demascal, Bill McWilliams, Sandy Bergman,Kris Drakeley, Sue Murdoch, Linda Berquist, Jim Elders, Josh Murray, Lois Bladel, Liz Evans, Steve Myers, Patti Bockstoce, Beth Farrell, Brian Palko, Jennifer Borden, Pat Glass, Lorraine Pinto, Jaylan Antonelli, John Goga, Gary Pinto, Justin Appel, Sean Green, Ashley Piccinini, Rich Baker, Erin Griffith, Rich Plack, T.J Barbour, Bryan Gunther, Betsy Pokorny, Rudy Bourg, Judy Hands, Bruce Rafferty, Ed Bowman, Brandt Helbig, Chuck Redilla, Mark Brandstetter, Brian Hume, Anthony Ripepi, Josh Brown, Barbara Jackson, Becky Scaglione, Joseph Brown, Rene Kamphaus, Jeanna Scahill, Zack Buckley, Briana Kelly, Chris Seckar, Mark Buckley, John Kerekes, Jack Semple, Lara Burns, Fred Kehran, Harry Spamer, Christy Bushmire, Harry Kissell, Lauran Steider, Nancy Cabot, Jessica Kocan, Tiffany Stunek, Traci Caponi, Kristin Kuhn, David Sussman, Scott Carpetta, Jason Lugar, Deanna Tanner, Ashley Cervenak, Doug Lusk, Evie Vavala, John Cheran, Matthew Lusk, Evie Vereb, Patrick Christopher, Jami Maize, Joe Walsh, Dave Compeggie, Keith Maloney, Mike Weber, Diane Conkle, Jackie Manion, Andy Vereb, Rick Corbin, Karen McBride, Mike Werst, Vivian DelCorso, Janet McLaughlin, Ted Zeminski, Jayson

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MOTION: Mrs. Cuervo moved approval of the above Extra Duty Personnel recommendations 1-4, seconded by Mrs. Mrs. Golembiewski

MOTION CARRIED (8-1)

Mrs. Cuervo voted no

VI. EDUCATION PROGRAM AND STUDENT ACTIVITIES

1. Approve the following fundraising activities:

Organization: FBLA Purpose: Funding for PA FBLA state project and local chapter projects Dates: TBA Location: Max & Erma’s Activity: 20% of sales

Organization: Cheerleading Purpose: To raise funds to supplement cheer program Dates: June 25, 2011 Location: Peterswood Park Activity: Cheerleading Booth Organization: Quarterback Club Purpose: To raise money for a variety of football program expenditures Dates: July – October 2011 Location: Community & Home football games Activity: Steeler Weekend Raffle Organization: Cheerleading Purpose: To raise funds to supplement cheer program Dates: July 9, 2011 Location: Brusters Ice Cream Activity: Car Wash Organization: Band Purpose: To raise money for band camp Dates: July 25 – August 6, 2011 Location: Community Activity: Pizza/Cookie Dough Sale

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Organization: News Magazine Purpose: To raise money for newspaper expenses Dates: August 2011 – January 2012 Location: PTHS Activity: Student Planners Organization: Yearbook/News Magazine Purpose: To raise money for yearbook and newspaper expenses Dates: August 2011 – January 2012 Location: PTHS & Community Activity: Senior & Business Ad Sales Organization: Yearbook Purpose: To raise money for the newspaper and yearbook expenses Dates: August 2011 – February 2012 Location: PTHS Activity: Yearbook Sales Organization: Band Purpose: To raise money for band camp Dates: August 1 – 14, 2011 Location: Community Activity: Coupon Book Sales Organization: PT Girls Racquet Backers (Tennis) Purpose: To assist with expenses for the upcoming season Dates: August 20, 2011 Location: Century Sports Activity: Car Wash Organization: Band Purpose: To raise money for band activities Dates: September 7 – 21, 2011 Location: Community Activity: Giant Eagle Gift Cards Organization: PTHS Golf Association Purpose: To raise funds to supplement to golf program Dates: September 17, 2011 Location: Mt. Washington Activity: Home Tour on Mt. Washington Organization: Band Purpose: To raise money for band activities Dates: September 17, 2011 Location: PTHS Stadium Activity: Band Festival

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Organization: Dance Team Purpose: To raise money for competitions Dates: October 2011 Location: PTHS Activity: Senior Auction for Homecoming Organization: News Magazine Purpose: To raise money for news paper expenses Dates: October 2011 – May 2012 Location: PTHS Activity: School News Magazine sales (student and parent subscriptions) Organization: Dance Team Purpose: To raise money for competitions Dates: October 3 – 14, 2011 Location: PTHS Activity: Sale of stickers, bracelets and other Breast Cancer Awareness items Organization: FBLA Purpose: Funding for PA FBLA state project and local chapter projects Dates: October 11 – 21, 2011 Location: PTHS/Community Activity: Sarris Christmas Candy Orders Organization: Band Purpose: Support band participation Dates: October 5 – 19, 2011 Location: Community Activity: Pretzel Rod Sales Organization: Dance Team Purpose: To raise money for competitions Dates: October 29 – 30, 2011 Location: PTHS gym Activity: Cheer/Dance Competition Organization: Band Purpose: To raise money for band activities Dates: November 1 – 15, 2011 Location: Community Activity: Pampered Chef Organization: Band Purpose: Support band participation Dates: November 21 – December 5, 2011 Location: Community Activity: Poinsettias & Sarris Candy

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2. Approve the following student trips (attachment):

Activity: Cheerleading Advisor: Chelsea Stockhausen Event: Cheer Camp Dates: July 22 – 25, 2011 Location: University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown Est. Cost to Dist.: $0

MOTION: Mrs. Golembiewskimoved approval of the above Education Program and Student Activities recommendations 1& 2, seconded by Mrs. Erenberg

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (9-0)

VII. OTHER

RECOMMENDATION: Consider a motion to approve other recommendations as follows: 1. Approve a donation $765 to Pleasant Valley PTA for the purchase of a Lumens Ladibug

Document Camera and a padded case for the Pleasant Valley Art Department.

2. Authorize the Administration to make applications and receive approval for Federal, State and Local Grants for the 2011-12 school year.

3. Approve the following ticket pricing (no increase) for athletic events during the 2011-12

school year:

Football: $5.00 Adults $3.00 Students All other sports events remain the same at: $4.00 Adults $2.00 Students

4. Approve the renewal of the School Leaders Legal Liability Insurance Policy (E & O)

effective July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012 with the PSBA Insurance Trust for $36,156. This policy has a $2,000,000 claim limit with a $10,000 deductable.

5. Approve the renewal of the School Leaders Excess Liability Insurance Policy

(Umbrella) effective July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012 with the PSBA Insurance Trust for $9,860. This policy has a $5,000,000 claim limit in effect following coverage from other policies.

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6. Approve the renewal of the Property/Liability Insurance Policy effective July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012 with PSBA Insurance Trust for $57,281.

7. Approve PlanCon Part J Project Accounting Based on Final Costs for Bower Hill

Elementary School Project number 3277 at a total cost of $2,185,291 and Peters Township Middle School Project number 3176 at a total cost of $9,435,883. These documents were prepared by Hosack, Specht, Muetzel, & Wood, LLP school district auditors.

8. Approve the contract between Watson Institute Training and Consultation Services and

Peters Township School District from July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012 at a rate of $740 for 8 hours or $453 for 4 hours plus mileage. This is for consultation and training services on an as needed basis for identified special needs students.

9. Approve the renewal of the RWAN (Regional Wide Area Network consortium)

agreement between IU#1 and Peters Township School District from July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2016 at a month rate not to exceed $2,850. This service is E-Rate eligible.

10. Set the fees for the following workers at athletic events for the 2011-12 school year as

follows:

Support personnel All events $40.00 Constables Football: Arriving at 4:00 PM $80.00 Arriving at 5:00 PM $67.50 Arriving at 6:00 PM $55.00 All other athletic and non-athletic events $12.50/hour not to exceed $50.00

(2 hour minimum) Any event that would be paid hourly would be paid $12.50/hour.

11. Approve an Educational Services Contract and Agreement with ACLD, Inc and Peters Township School District for Extended School Year Services effective July 7 through August 3, 2011 at the cost of $1,225 per student. There is only one student enrolled at this time.

12. Approve an Educational Services Contract with Wesley Spectrum Services and Peters Township School District for Extended School Year Program effective June 27 – July 28 at a cost of $3,150 per student. There are seven students enrolled at this time.

13. Approve an agreement between Center for Hearing and Deaf Services, Inc., HDS and

Peters Township School District for the 2011-12 school year for interpreting services at a cost of $39/hour plus travel, not to exceed 1350 hours per year.

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14. Approve an agreement between Pressley Ridge and Peters Township School District for

an ESY program effective June 29 – August 3, 2011 at a cost of $21,500 for three students.

15. Approve the Athletic/Activity Fee Program for the 2011-12 school year (attachment).

Fee Summary • High School activities $10/student/per activity • High School Athletics $90/student/per sport $215 max/per year • Band/Aux $40/per student • Middle School Athletics $35/student/per sport $85 max/per year

MOTION: Mrs. Golembiewski moved for approval of the above recommendations 1 -15, seconded by Mrs. Erenberg

• Dr. Buzzatto stated that he does not support having the Booster groups fund the least expensive coach.

• Mrs. Sullivan stated that Booster groups paying for one coach is not in the motion • Dr. Zetty stated that the District will pay and be reimbursed by the Boosters • Mrs. Smith requested that the groups be listed to avoid any confusion

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(9-0)

BOARD INFORMATION: None

SOLICITOR’S REPORT

QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD ON AGENDA ITEMS (15 minutes)

• Peggy Daniels of 327 Buffalo Ridge Dr asked about the signage for the Pleasant Valley

Field

• Mr. Solomon state that the signage is on list for this year. He will contact the Township for

any restrictions and it could include the school name.

• Mary Korsmeyer of 132 Highland Dr. requested a copy of the guidelines for the Pleasant

Valley Field usage and was directed to the website and to call the Administration office.

• Betty Kradel of 103 Clubview Drive thanked the Board for the budget process and requested

clarification on fees for the band, theatre and pep band. She also asked for clarification of

$215.00 maximum cost.

• Kathy Barnes of 111 Chestnut Court suggested that the Board revisit the admission fees to

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off-set the cost of the assistant coaches.

• Kris Bergman asked if the District will move forward with the online courses at the High

School. He also thanked the Board for saving all teacher positions. He also clarified that a 1st

step teacher salary is not $70,000.

CORRESPONDENCE - A petition was received from parents in the District in support of the transition to the traditional Algebra/Geometry/Algebra II.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mrs. Ritter thanked Dr. Merante for his work in the District and wished him

the best.

July 18, 2011 Special Board meeting 6:30 p.m.

July 18, 2011 Buildings and Grounds Immediately following the special meeting

July 18, 2011 Personnel Closed

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Golembiewski moved for adjournment at 10:40 p.m., seconded by Mrs. Erenberg

(9-0)

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Board Secretary Board President