September 17, 2007 Regular School Board...

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EAST STROUDSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING – September 17, 2007

J. T. Lambert Intermediate School - Auditorium

7:30 p.m.

Minutes

I. President Horace Cole called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. and led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary, Patricia Rosado called the roll.

II. Members present were: Christopher Baj (left at 10:00 p.m.), Horace Cole, Robert Gress, Bet Hays, Robert Huffman, Keith Karkut, Donald Motts and William Zacharias (left at 10:00 p.m.). William Searfoss was absent.

III. School personnel present: Michelle Arnold, David Baker, Lauren Baughman, Patricia Baughman, Marianne Bridges, Mark

Brown, John Burrus, Richard Carty, Maria Casciotta, Michael Catrillo, Dawn Dailey, Robert Dilliplane, Irene Duggins, Larry Dymond, Eric Forsyth, Marie Guidry, Rachael R. Heath, Kim Holcomb, Lynda Hopkins, Gail Kulick, Sharon Laverdure, Constance Lutjens, Deanna Mayers, Araina Maynard, Lois Palio, William Pinkowski, Annelle Prefontaine, Patricia Rosado, Jim Shearouse, Kim Stevens, and Steve Zall. Also present were: Thomas Dirvonas and Rebecca Young – Solicitors.

IV. Media Guests present: Dan Berrett - Pocono Record

V. Community members present: Jim Brunkard, Kathy Comiskey, Devin Day, Jamie Doyle, Joe Goodlavage, Audrey B. Hocker, Yvette Keitt, Karen Malachowsky, Joseph Manda, Stephen McNulty, Curt Santee, Dale Santee, Mike Silvoy, J. D. Smith, Gary Summers and Cheryl Wilson.

VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND AGENDA

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts to approve the minutes for the meeting of August 20, 2007, (pages 1-56), and this agenda for September 17, 2007 (pages 1-18), as submitted, with the Board of Education reserving the right to add to the agenda, and take further action on any items raised in executive session where immediate action on such items is considered to be in the best interest of the District. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 8-0.

VII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION -- An executive session was held this evening at 6:00 p.m. before this meeting for the purpose of discussing personnel, litigation, land acquisition and negotiations.

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE BOARD

Mr. Motts thanked everyone who was involved (professional and support staff) with getting the schools ready for the opening of school day and for a job well done. He also thanked Dr. Heath, Superintendent, for her coordinating efforts and hard work.

IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

A. Mr. Robert Huffman reported that at the Monroe Career & Technical Institute the night school supervisor is leaving in a couple months and has done an excellent job. All night courses are currently filled and he will be missed. Mr. Karkut informed everyone that the Monroe Career and Technical Institute has some new promotional material which will be used as a marketing tool.

B. Colonial IU 20 Update – Mr. Robert Gress reported that the Colonial IU 20 Academy is at full capacity and it has

a waiting list. Also, the budget has been started and will be worked on within the next couple of months.


C. Dr. Heath reiterated what Mr. Motts said and thanked everyone for all their help in getting the schools ready for the opening week of school. She also thanked the Board members, Mr. Motts and Mr. Searfoss for giving of their time on a holiday to go on a walk through to insure High School South could be opened on time. She also is glad that the first two weeks of school have gone very well.

D. Ms. Jamie Doyle of Public Financial Management came to respond to any questions that the Board members or

public may have on the bond issues to be voted on in next month’s Board meeting. Several questions that were asked were about the phasing and fees of the bond issues. It is only one set of fees. It will also be a fixed rate bond issue but nothing is final because some of the items will be bid out. This bond issues will be step three of the process to fund all the current school projects.

E. Mr. Bud Newton of Newton Engineering reported on the study that was done on the traffic light on Broad Street

and Courtland Street. Questions and Discussions raised were: Was the pharmacy on the corner taken into consideration when doing the study?

Penn Dot could have requested the school district to handle the heavy traffic and existing problems by themselves; therefore, this was a good deal that the school district negotiated with the borough. How was the decision made on where to put the light; was it due to the student parking being in that area?

The Board already approved the amount of $75,000 to pay for this traffic light. Pennsylvania School Board Association brought up the fact that the municipal code states that the school district cannot be forced to pay for offsite improvements but the Board made a decision and they will honor their commitment. The only expense that the school district will incur is for the fee for the light and no maintenance fees nor energy fees. There are two change orders on tonight’s agenda in reference to engineering fees as a requirement from Penn Dot that was not on the original agreement.

F. Mr. Joe Manda of Buchart Horn gave an update on the East Stroudsburg Elementary project which is on schedule.

The progress that was made over the last month was: - Continued sitework, storm water, Route 447 work - Continued Underground Utilities - Started Structural Steel/Roof Decking - Started Enclosing Building with CMU - Building Systems - Floor Slabs and Roof

The projected work for next month:

- Continue site work - Complete structural steel - Continue enclosing building and CMU - Exterior door frames and windows - Building systems - Paving of 447 when permit is completed.

Mr. Manda also reported that the death of Mr. Skepton would not affect the project in any way. Condolences were sent to his family.

G. Mr. Steve McNulty and Mr. Joe Goodlavage of Reynolds, Inc. gave an update on the High School South project in reference to the Unit E and Library Gallery renovations and the cafeteria, kitchen, music classroom, gymnasium addition. The site work and schedule were also discussed. The classroom addition will be completed by December and phase 1 completed by Thanksgiving. The new cafeteria should be completed within the next two weeks; around the first of October. The sidewalk needs to be widened. The silk fence is coming down and will be widened with gravel by the school district’s personnel to transfer the students. The administration at High School South will be giving their recommendations. Numerous hours were spent on over time, but who will be paying for this? Reynolds will look into this matter. Dr. Heath thanked Marianne Bridges and her staff for bringing the lunches to the school each day from J. T. Lambert.

H. Mr. Curt Santee of The Architectural Studio gave an update on the Middle Smithfield project. Everything is moving along fine, still on tract with bid opening. One thing that came up was at the planning meeting for land


development was that it became apparent that the planning commission did not particularly care for the look of the building. The zoning district decided that it has to meet the character of the 209 look. Several things needed to be added, such as the materials used. It will be a modern look compared to the traditional building. A comprehensive plan has been created; but, not adopted. The planning commission would like the Board to consider the change in architecture.

With the Board’s approval, they will be presenting TAS’s suggestions to the planning commission on Thursday. TAS cannot guarantee it will not cost more. It will be up to the board to decide. The township did not indicate if they can stop this project if we do not change our plans. Some of the Board members concerns are if the township will continue to dictate how the project will be followed and if it will cost more money to the taxpayers. The township’s concerns should be in educating the students rather than being concerned with the look of the building.

I. Mrs. Irene Duggins, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum gave an update on PSSA – 2007 Adequate Yearly

Progress Report (AYP) using a power point presentation of results by building. There are three targets that the school district must meet in attendance or graduation rate, participation rate on PSSA and performance on PSSA in Math and Reading. Students from grades 3-8 and 11 have participated. The overall status is that the school district is well above the state expectation of 45% proficiency in Math and 54% proficiency in Reading for all students. However, some buildings did not meet AYP because not all subgroups met the targets. Next year the target levels will go up from 45% to 56% in Math and 54% to 63% in Reading. The state is hoping for 100% proficiency for all students, including all subgroups by the year 2014. All areas, elementary, intermediate and high school will continue to implement remedial programs and provide staff development in best teaching practices to help us meet these goals. Mrs. Duggins said that overall we are doing well because of the students’ and staff’s hard work. She thanked the Board for their support on approving the many initiatives.

Questions and Comments: It doesn’t make sense that the elementary and intermediate levels do well; but, when they get to the high school level the results are not the same. Could block scheduling be contributing to these results? Focusing on a career may help the students to take the tests seriously. High Schools of the Future Grant may help with giving the students the help they need through technology. Overall enrollment shows that we have 96 new High School North and 72 High School South from other areas that did not take the PSSA test before. The curriculum will be reviewed to help meet what the state wants. Each high school will receive about $9,000.00 and possibly some educators’ review to help us with the programs. Students should be made accountable for results of tests, such as limiting participation in events if they do not pass.

J. Mr. Cole asked for volunteers from the Board to serve on the Board Financial Committee. Last year’s finance

Committee consisted of Mr. Baj, Mr. Gress, Ms. Peterson and Mr. Karkut. The new Board Finance Committee will include Mr. Christopher Baj, Mr. Robert Gress, Mr. Robert Huffman and Mr. Keith Karkut. At this time no other individuals will be included in this committee.

Board Policies to be considered for approval at the October 15, 2007, Board Meeting are available for review in the Superintendent's Office and J. T. Lambert’s main office on any District business day from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

#204 Attendance #504 Employment of Classified Support Employees #605 Tax Levy #606 Tax Collection #610 Purchases Subject to Bid #624 Taxable Fringe Benefits #828 Fraud

(See pages A1-G3)

X. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION -- Federal Programs Title I Title VI Other Concerns


A. Ms. Cheryl Wilson brought concerns to the Board in reference to the contents on the mandatory reading of certain books that the students are mandated to read and that are part of the curriculum which contain ethnic connotations. A committee reviews the books and decides on which ones will be included in the mandatory reading list but any student can opt out and do another assignment. This alternative method may cause the student to be singled out. This matter will be reviewed by the school district in reference to opting out and the school policy.

B. Ms. J.D., an advocacy group founder, commented in reference to the PSSA presentation which had a

breakdown by ethnic groups. This should be kept at the school district for any interested person to view. She feels that this categorizing is not necessary. Ms. J.D. also commented on the postcard that was published. Dr. Heath said that unfortunately the state has it categorized by sub groups. In reference to the post card, this was an event that should have never been published; but the school district is doing their best to meet the needs of every student.

C. Mr. Larry Dymond had concerns on how to come together as a community to help the students. Also, the

high turnover rate of teachers and administrators is detrimental to the students. Another concern was that the district spends about $6.5 million on administrators. Ms. Guidry assured everyone that no one in the district is paid $200,000 including benefits. Dr. Heath commented that in the surrounding counties administrators make more than in our school district. Also, the Saw Creek bus stop is unsafe; it is narrow and tight. There should be ten feet of separation.

D. Ms. Yvette Keitt commented that administrators should not be moved from school to school if they are doing

fine where they are. A mandate should be required to have an administrator serve in a place for a certain amount of years. She also commented on the books that the students are reading and suggested that a diverse reading committee should be formed. Are Maya Angelou’s books still banned from the school district like she was told? Another concern was that at the Saw Creek bus stop; bus drivers are telling students they can not get on the bus, but have to go home due to not having proper paperwork filed at the school. This should be taken up with the parent and not the student. Her last concern was on the safety of the bus stop at Saw Creek, due to not enough space allotted for buses and students. The community is working on helping this bus stop be a safe environment for the students. These concerns will be reviewed and handled by the school district.

E. Ms. Constance Lutjens discussed concerns in reference to Policy 539 Uncompensated Personal Leave.

Instructional Aides have concerns with not being able to take a leave to complete their student teaching; therefore, they have to quit. Mrs. Baughman said that if they are given the leave and then move on to another district to teach it is harder to collect the money that the district paid for their education. Mr. Dirvonas said he will look into this matter since it is an item for negotiation.

XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

A. Support Staff

(The following item(s) are to be deleted from the consensus motion at Board Member(s) request.) __________ __________ __________ ___________ ___________

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the resignations, reassignments, changes of status, leaves of absence, and appointments to the support staff designated, in accordance with the approved applicable policies, procedures [subject to proper completion of all necessary documents and obtaining all necessary positive clearances] and contractual agreement. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously 6-0.

1. Resignations

Name

Position Held

a. Barrett, Lorelle Instructional Aide – High School South Effective Date: August 29, 2007


b. Contino, Diane Instructional Aide – Lehman Intermediate Effective Date: August 29, 2007

c. Hussein, Bibi Instructional Aide – Resica Elementary Effective Date: August 28, 2007

d. Klee, Terri Instructional Aide – Resica & Smithfield Elementary Effective Date: August 22, 2007

e. Laurent, Evelyne Cafeteria Worker (part-time) – Bushkill Elementary Effective Date: at the end of the workday on September 14, 2007

f. Monik, Joanne Study Hall Monitor – High School South Effective Date: August 27, 2007

g. Rambone, Ali Student Helper – Bushkill Elementary Effective Date: August 27, 2007

h. Rivera-Diaz, Lourdes Student Helper – Resica Elementary Effective Date: September 3, 2007

(See pages 19-26)

2. Reassignments

Name

Appointment

a. Aquino, Evelyn From: Student Helper – Lehman Intermediate To: Instructional Aide (Step 1) – Lehman Intermediate Hourly Rate: $11.99 Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Evelyn replaces Diane Contino who was reassigned.

b. Costiera, Mary Jane From: Instructional Aide – Middle Smithfield Elementary To: Instructional Aide – Bushkill Elementary Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Mary Jane replaces Stephanie Muller who was reassigned.

c. Keesser, Bridget From: Instructional Aide – High School South To: Instructional Aide – Middle Smithfield Elementary Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Bridget replaces Mary Jane Costiera who was reassigned.

d. Nevin, Angela From: Student Helper – Lehman Intermediate To: Student Helper – Bushkill Elementary Effective Date: September 4, 2007 This position was transferred due to student needs.

e. Parkes, Jo From: Student Helper – Resica Elementary To: Instructional Aide (Step 1) – Resica Elementary Hourly Rate: $11.99 Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Jo replaces Virginia LeBar who resigned.

f. Sanita, Sharon From: Instructional (Reading) Aide – High School South (EAP Tutoring Grant) To: Instructional (Special Ed) Aide – Smithfield Elementary Effective Date: August 30, 2007 This position was transferred due to student population needs.


3. Changes of Status

Name

Appointment

a. Flotz, Patricia From: Cafeteria Aide (part-time) – High School North To: Study Hall Monitor (full-time) (Step 1) – High School North Hourly Rate: $8.62 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Patricia replaces Doreen Asher who resigned.

b. Tuminello, Tracy From: Cafeteria Worker (part-time) – Smithfield Elementary To: Cafeteria Worker (full-time, 7 hours) – Smithfield Elementary Effective Date: August 29, 2007 Tracy replaces Lorrie Litts who was reassigned.

c. Van Why, Rose From: Cafeteria Worker (part-time) – High School South To: Cafeteria (Cook) Worker (full-time, 7 hours) – High School South Hourly Rate: $10.18 (plus $1.50/per hour differential) Effective Date: August 29, 2007 Rose replaces Kathleen Cortellini who retired.

4. Change of Status – Non-Bargaining Unit

Name

Appointment

a. Czajkowski, Joseph From: Chief of School Police – District (1st Level Supervisor) To: School Police Officer (1st shift, 10 month) (Step 2) – J. T. Lambert Intermediate Hourly Rate: $12.97 Effective Date: September 10, 2007 Joseph replaces Peter Brady who resigned.

5. Leaves of Absence - In accordance with School Board Policy #535

Name

Position Held

a. Reyes, Mary Ellen Cafeteria Worker (full-time) – North Campus Effective Date: September 17, 2007 Length of Leave: September 28, 2007

b. Wells, Barbara Bus Driver – Transportation Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Length of Leave: September 28, 2007

(Applications for Leave of Absence received)

6. Leave of Absence - In accordance with School Board Policy #535 and Child Rearing Leave

Name

Position Held

a. Krumanocker, Catherine Instructional Aide – Bushkill Elementary Effective Date: November 17, 2007 Length of Leave: through the end of the 2007-2008 school year.

(Application for Leave of Absence received)


7. Extension of Leave of Absence - In accordance with School Board Policy #535

Name

Position Held

a. Dunn, Rita Secretary – East Stroudsburg Elementary Effective Date: July 30, 2007 Length of Leave: now through September 21, 2007. This leave will be intermittent from September 10 through September 21, 2007.

8. Appointments - Regular

Name

Appointment

a. Bomar, Terrence Student Helper (Step 1) – Lehman Intermediate Hourly Rate: $9.18 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Terrence replaces Evelyn Aquino who was reassigned.

b. Castro, Maria Bus Driver (6 hour) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $11.79 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Maria replaces Ruth Miller who resigned.

c. Conwell, Ruth Bus Driver (6 hour) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $11.79 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Ruth replaces Dale Payne who retired.

d. DaCunha, Donna Cafeteria Worker (part-time) (Step 1) – High School South Hourly Rate: $9.15 Effective Date: August 29, 2007 Donna replaces Rhonda Bunting who resigned.

e. Eilers, Deborah Student Helper (Step 1) – Middle Smithfield Elementary Hourly Rate: $9.18 Effective Date: September 26, 2007 Deborah replaces Lourdes Rivera-Diaz who resigned.

f. Eriksen, Judy Cafeteria Aide (Step 1) – J T Lambert Intermediate Hourly Rate: $9.03 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Judy replaces Joanne Liszewski who resigned.

g. Fiorot, Linda Bus Driver (6 hour) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $11.79 Effective Date: September 13, 2007 This is a new “stand by” position budgeted for the 2006-2007 fiscal year that was not filled.

h. Fonash, Charlene Instructional (ESL) Aide (Step 1) – J. M. Hill Elementary Hourly Rate: $11.99 Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Charlene replaces Kaitlyn Smith who was reassigned.


i. Graceffa, Tammy Bus Driver (6 hour) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $11.79 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Tammy replaces Larry Knope who resigned.

j. Hirsch, Karen Cafeteria Worker (part-time) (Step 1) – High School South Hourly Rate: $9.15 Effective Date: August 29, 2007 Karen replaces Rose Van Why who was reassigned.

k. Hussein, Bibi Student Helper (.5, part-time) (Step 1) – Resica Elementary Hourly Rate: $9.18 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 This is a new position.

l. Kulyeshie, Deborah Cafeteria Aide (Step 1) – High School North Hourly Rate: $9.03 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Deborah replaces Patricia Flotz who was reassigned.

m. LoCascio, Lina Student Helper (Step 1) – Bushkill Elementary Hourly Rate: $9.18 Effective Date: September 12, 2007 Lina replaces Ali Rambone who resigned.

n. Palmer, Michelle Student Helper (Step 1) – High School North Hourly Rate: $9.18 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Michelle replaces Christina Duffy who resigned.

o. Rodriguez, Deborah Cafeteria Worker (part-time) (Step 1) – High School North Hourly Rate: $9.15 Effective Date: August 29, 2007 Donna replaces Angela Medina who was reassigned.

p. Rocheny, Patricia Bus Driver (6 hour) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $11.79 Effective Date: September 18, 2007 This is a new “stand by” position budgeted for the 2006-2007 fiscal year that was not filled.

q. Rose, Jennifer Cafeteria Worker (part-time) (Step 1) – Middle Smithfield Elementary Hourly Rate: $9.15 Effective Date: August 29, 2007 Jennifer replaces Teri Rode who resigned.

r. Stephens, Leanne Bus Driver (6 hour) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $11.79 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 This is a new “stand by” position budgeted for the 2006-2007 fiscal year that was not filled.

s. Stitch, Melody Study Hall Monitor (Step 1) – High School North Hourly Rate: $8.62 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 Melody replaces Robert Prothro who resigned.


t. Stocker, Harold Mechanic (1st shift) (Step 1) – Transportation Hourly Rate: $14.01 Effective Date: September 12, 2007 This is a new position budgeted for the 2006-2007 fiscal year that was not filed.

u. Urena, Gina Cafeteria Worker (part-time) (Step 1) – Smithfield Elementary Hourly Rate: $9.15 Effective Date: September 17, 2007 Gina replaces Tracy Tumminello who was reassigned.

9. Appointments – Long Term Substitutes

Name

Appointment

a. Holden, Wendy Instructional Aide (Step 1) – Bushkill Elementary (LTS) Hourly Rate: $11.99 Effective Date: August 30, 2007 through the end of the first marking period of the 2007-2008 school year only. Wendy replaces Charlotte Fekula who is on a leave.

b. Kallai, Eileen Student Helper (Step 1) – High School North (LTS) Hourly Rate: $9.18 Effective Date: September 4, 2007 through a date to be determined. Eileen replaces Mary Millet who is on worker’s compensation.

c. Roth, Susan Instructional Aide (Step 1) – Smithfield Elementary (LTS) Hourly Rate: $11.99 Effective Date: August 30, 2007 through a date to be determined. Susan replaces MerriAnn Moylan who is on worker’s compensation.

d. Schram, Jessica Instructional Aide (Step 1) – Resica Elementary (LTS) Hourly Rate: $11.99 Effective Date: August 30, 2007 through a date to be determined. Jessica replaces Katherine Frantz who is on worker’s compensation.

10. Substitute Appointments

Name

Position(s)

a. Castro, Maria Bus Driver b. Conwell, Ruth Bus Driver c. Graceffa, Tammy Bus Driver d. LeBar, Virginia Instructional Aide e. MacMoyle, Patricia Instructional Aide, Student Hall Monitor, Study Hall Monitor,

Student Helper f. Stephens, Leanne Bus Driver g. Thompson, Teresa Instructional Aide, Secretary, Student Hall Monitor, Study Hall

Monitor, Student Helper


B. Professional Staff


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the resignations, reassignment, leave of absence, sabbatical leave, compensated professional leave, appointments and tenure to the professional staff designated, in accordance with the approved applicable policies, procedures [subject to proper completion of all necessary documents and obtaining all necessary positive clearances] and contractual agreement. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and passed 5-1. Donald Motts voted no.

1. Resignations

Name

Position Held

a. Schweppenheiser, Christine Biology teacher – High School North Effective Date: August 27, 2007

b. Wong Yozviak, Lisa Vocal Music teacher – High School North Effective Date: August 29, 2007

(See pages 27-28)

2. Reassignment

Name

Appointment

a. Fuller, Joshua From: Biology teacher – High School South To: Biology teacher – High School North Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Joshua replaces Christine Schweppenheiser who resigned.

3. Leave of Absence - In Accordance with School Board Policy #435 and Child Rearing Leave

Name

Position Held

a. DiBonaventura, Hilary Special Education (Learning Support) teacher – J. M. Hill Effective Date: October 23, 2007 Length of Leave: through the end of the 2007-2008 school year.

(Application for Leave of Absence received)

4. Sabbatical Leave - In Accordance with School Board Policy #438

Name

Position Held

a. Magnes, Sandra English teacher – High School South Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Length of Leave: through the end of the 2007-2008 school year.

(Application for Sabbatical Leave received)


5. Compensated Professional Leave - In Accordance with School Board Policy #438.1

Name

Position Held

a. Bozena, John Health & Physical Education teacher – High School South Effective Date: the second semester of the 2007-2008 school year Length of Leave: through the end of the first semester 2008-2009 school year.


Name

Appointment

a. Berkey, Eric Social Studies teacher – High School North (TPE) Salary: $37,157.00 (Step 1 Column 1) Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Eric replaces Barbara Wismer who resigned.

b. Contino, Diane Special Education (Inclusion) teacher – Lehman Intermediate (TPE) Salary: $38,857.00 (Step 1 Column 5) Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Diane replaces Jennifer Jones who resigned.

c. Madrak, Kati Art teacher – High School North /Lehman (TPE) Salary: $37,157.00 (Step 1 Column 1) Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Kati replaces Richard Wacker who resigned.

d. Widger, Stephanie Vocal Music teacher – High School North (TPE) Salary: $37,157.00, prorated (Step 1 Column 1) Effective Date: September 12, 2007 Stephanie replaces Lisa Wong Yozviak who resigned.

e. Williamson, Maggie Special Education (Learning Support) teacher – Middle Smithfield Elementary (TPE) Salary: $37,157.00 (Step 1 Column 1) Effective Date: August 30, 2007 Maggie replaces Shauna Hill who was reassigned.

(See pages 29-33)

7. Appointments - Long Term Substitutes

Name

Appointment

a. Naessig, Tara Special Education (Learning Support) teacher – Resica Elementary (LTS) Salary: $37,157.00, prorated (Step 1 Column 1) Effective Date: August 30, 2007 through the end of the first semester of the 2007-2008 school year only. Tara replaces Donna Mason who is on a leave.

b. Novotny, John Social Studies teacher – High School North (LTS) Salary: $37,157.00, prorated (Step 1 Column 1) Effective Date: August 30, 2007 through the end of the first marking period of the 2007-2008 school year only. John replaces Samantha Prince who is on a leave.

(See pages 34-35)


8. Tenure in accordance with Article IX, Section 1121 of Pennsylvania School Code Last Name First Name Certification School a. Adamcik Angelica English High School North b. Baughman Lauren Elementary East Stroudsburg Elementary c. Carson Jessica English High School North d. Cassidy Brendan Math High School South e. DiBonaventura Hilary Special Education J M Hill Elementary f. Dixon Danielle Special Education J M Hill Elementary g. Fluhr Joseph Science Lehman Intermediate h. Gittens Linda ESL Bushkill Elementary i. Gordon Wesley Elementary J M Hill Elementary j. Karnoff Stacey Special Education Lehman Intermediate k. Kerdzaliev Amanda Special Education Lehman Intermediate l. Kirkpatrick Jason Health & PE High School North m. Koberlein Wayne Math High School North n. Krieger Regina Special Education High School South o. Lavelle Rosemary Secondary Guidance Counselor High School North p. Libby Tina Elementary Bushkill Elementary q. Lowe Deatrice Elementary Lehman Intermediate r. Macaluso Stefanie Elementary Resica Elementary s. Majeski David Elementary Lehman Intermediate t. Meinking Courtney Elementary Smithfield Elementary u. Mullaney Matthew Elementary Lehman Intermediate v. Pattison Gayle Mid Level Math Lehman Intermediate w. Pinzarrone Frank Special Education Middle Smithfield x. Price Mark Chemistry High School North y. Reichl Jeffrey Secondary Guidance Counselor High School North z. Ridner, Jr. Fred Biology High School South aa. Scagliotti Justin Elementary Bushkill Elementary bb. Smith Matthew Elementary J M Hill Elementary cc. Steakin Susan Elementary Middle Smithfield Elementary dd. Swineford John Math High School South ee. Ullo Christina Elementary Resica Elementary ff. Vitulli William Business-Computer Info Tech K-12 High School South gg. Wood Dustin Elementary Resica Elementary hh. Zavertnik Louise Elementary Lehman Intermediate ii. Zelinski Jan Business-Computer Info Tech K-12 Lehman Intermediate

9. Substitute Appointments

Name

Certification

a. Achille, Amanda Elementary b. Austin, Susan (em) all areas c. Brookshire, LaJoyce (em) all areas d. Elias, Richard Social Studies e. Foderaro, Susann Elementary f. Fusiak, Amber (em) all areas g. Molinaro, Heide Art h. Saracco, Joseph (em) all areas i. Vidumsky, Amanda Citizenship

10. Homebound Appointment

Name

Certification

Contino, Diane Special Ed


C. Salary Changes


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts to approve the following salary changes in accordance with the 2005-2010 contractual agreement between the East Stroudsburg Area School District and the East Stroudsburg Education Association. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

Name From To Effective a. Saleet, Jude $38,582.00 (Step 3 Column 2) $40,282.00 (Step 3 Column 6) 8/30/07 b. Rispoli, Yvonne $72,090.00 (Step 16 Column 10) $72,665.00 (Step 16 Column 11) 8/30/07

D. Extra Responsibility Positions


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the rescission and appointments according to the 2005-2010 contractual agreement between the East Stroudsburg Area School District and the East Stroudsburg Education Association. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

1. Rescission

Name Position

a. Smith, Kelly-Jo Sophomore Class Advisor – High School North (See page 36)

2. Mentor Appointments for the 2007-2008 School Year

Last Name First Name Position Location Rate a. Bealer Heather Mentor for Maggie Williamson Middle Smithfield Elementary $550.00 b. Buksa Erik Mentor for Scott Moskovitz, through 4/09/08 High School North $550.00 (prorated)c. Cloward Daniel Mentor for Bryan Cramer, eff 1st semester High School North $550.00 (prorated)d. Conklin Kimberly Mentor for Matthew Whitney J T Lambert Intermediate $550.00 e. Dickerson Stacy Mentor for Snoann Tobin Middle Smithfield Elementary $550.00 f. Fuehrer Kellie Mentor for Diane Contino Lehman Intermediate $550.00 g. Honadel Janis Mentor for Katrina Aiello, through 10/02/07 Middle Smithfield Elementary $550.00 (prorated)h. Hubert Erin Mentor for Tara Naessig, eff 1st semester Resica Elementary $550.00 (prorated)i. Johnson John Mentor for Waldemar Szepietowski High School North $550.00 j. Kratzer Margaret Mentor for Cara Senese, eff 1st semester J. T. Lambert Intermediate $550.00 (prorated)k. Lagace Suzanne Mentor for Melissa Tesoroni High School South $550.00 l. LeDuc Wendy Mentor for Amy Worrel, eff 1st semester Resica Elementary $550.00 (prorated)m. Nace Kevin Mentor for David Krupski High School North $550.00 n. Padavano Debra Mentor for Stephanie Hoelper High School North $550.00 o. Sporer Lisa Mentor for Maury Tomaino High School North $550.00 p. Stine Richard Mentor for Erin O'Brien High School North $550.00


3. Appointments for the 2007-2008 School Year

Last Name First Name Position Building Rate a. Bove Sheila Pocono Academic Challenge Eighth

(PACE) Club Co-Advisor J. T. Lambert Intermediate $1,008.00 (prorated)

b. Bove Sheila Science Olympiad Club Co-Advisor J. T. Lambert Intermediate $1,008.00 (prorated) c. Camaerei Albert Intramural Wrestling Co-Advisor High School South $21.00/hour (24 hour

maximum) d. Chestnut Patricia Detention Supervisor Middle Smithfield Elementary $26.00/hour e. Falzone Hollie Intramural Girls' Volleyball Co-Advisor High School North $21.00/hour (24 hour

maximum) f. Gollinge Lisa Newspaper Advisor Lehman Intermediate $1,438.00 g. Gollinge Lisa National Honor Society Advisor Lehman Intermediate $875.00 h. Gollinge Lisa Intramural Literary Magazine Advisor Lehman Intermediate $21.00/hour (48 hour

maximum) i. Hofford Bonnie Detention Supervisor Middle Smithfield Elementary $26.00/hour j. Judd Jeremy Music "Open Mic" Club Co-Advisor J. T. Lambert Intermediate $1,008.00 (prorated) k. Lauer Danny Art Club Advisor Middle Smithfield Elementary $1,008.00 l. Litts Randall Intramural Wrestling Co-Advisor High School South $21.00/hour (24 hour

maximum) m. Malachowsky Paul Volunteer Football Coach High School North not applicable n. Moskovitz Scott Volunteer Football Coach High School North not applicable o. Naser Paul Volunteer Football Coach High School North not applicable p. Pellington Cathleen Volunteer Field Hockey Coach High School North not applicable q. Sanker Donald Student Council Advisor High School North $1,486.00 r. Smith Susan Detention Supervisor Middle Smithfield Elementary $26.00/hour s. Zaso Patricia Intramural Girls' Volleyball Co-Advisor High School North $21.00/hour (24 hour

maximum)

E. Administrative Staff - Administration


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the three-year contract for Irene Duggins as Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, effective immediately. Mrs. Duggins’ title will be Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, effective immediately. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

XII. CONTRACTS


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the contracts listed for their specific services, rates and effective dates. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

NAME SERVICE RATE PAYMENT FROM EFFECTIVE DATE 1. Andrews, Susan Cheerleader Uniforms

Alterations $176.00 Lehman

Intermediate 9/5/07

2. Balmages, Brian Compose a piece for Lehman’s 7/8

$4,300.00 High School North 9/4/07-3/11/08


Band/Rehearsal/Concerts 3. Developmental

Educational Service of Monroe County

Transition Programming $66.72/day, not to exceed $4,403.52

District Special Education

10/1/07-6/6/08

4. Education Development Center, Inc.

EdTech Leaders Online Planning and Implementing Virtual School Courses

$2,700.00 Professional Development

8/22/07-9/18/07

5. Edwards, Sean Progress Book Training $250.00 Professional Development

8/25/07 & 9/12/07

6. Flint, Ian Drill Designer for High School South Marching Band

$1,500.00 High School South Band

9/22/07

7. Harris School Solutions

Progress Book Training $1,400.00 Professional Development

8/24/07

8. Jones, James Three Assemblies $2,000.00 PTSA J. T. Lambert 1/17/08 9. Ostroski, Deana Inclusion Practices $125.00 Professional

Development 8/27/07

10. Pinkowski, William Transition of Business Manager

$400.00/day Superintendent’s Department

10/22/07-11/16/07

11. Prismatic Magic Black History Laser Tribute $845.00 PTSA J. T. Lambert 2/7/08 12. Rogers, Denise Progress Book Training $125.00 Professional

Development 9/18/07

13. Scagliotti, Patrice Time Management and Organization

$125.00 Professional Development

8/28/07

14. Schoolhouse Secrets Unlimited

Grade 5 Teachers’ Training $1,675.00 Professional Development

10/8/07

15. Shawnee Academy/Beacon School

De-escalation Techniques $360.00 Professional Development

8/29/07

16. Spece, Jennifer Progress Book Training $125.00 Professional Development

9/18/07

17. Turner, Trish Progress Book Training $125.00 Professional Development

8/22/07

18. Victor, Richard Growing a Better K-12 Music Program


10/8/07

19. Warner, Annette Introduction to Sign Language


6/18/07-6/20/07

20. Warner, Annette Introduction to Sign Language


7/9/07-7/11/07

21. Wesloh, Corrine English as a Second Language


8/27/07

XIII. STUDENT ITEMS


A. Overnight Field Trip

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the overnight field trip listed. The proposal and itineraries for the field trip meet the required Board Policy #121. Motion was seconded by Donald Motts and carried unanimously, 6-0.

Name Activity Location Dates 1. Sanker, Rick High School North Key

Club Camp Fombell, PA 10/5/07-10/7/07

(See pages 37)


B. Field Trips – 75 Miles or More

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the 75 miles or more field trips listed. The proposal and itineraries for the field trips meet the required Board Policy #121. Motion was seconded Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

Name Activity Location Dates 1. Bakner, Paul High School North Band

Show-Competition Royersford, PA 10/6/07

2. Bakner, Paul High School North Band Show-Competition

Schuylkill, Haven, PA 10/20/07

3. Glaser, Kyle/Bakner, Paul High School South Band to Rockefeller Center

New York, NY 12/9/07

4. Husson, Jen J. M. Hill Elementary to Harrisburg/Hershey’s Chocolate World

Harrisburg/Hershey, PA 11/20/07

(See pages 38-41) XIV. OLD AND NEW BUSINESS

None

XV. BOARD POLICIES


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts to approve the board policies listed for use in the East Stroudsburg Area School District. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

1. # 302 Employment of Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent 2. # 303 Employment of Administrators 3. # 525 Dress and Grooming 4. # 805 Emergency Preparedness 5. # 907 School Visitors 6. # 916 School Volunteers 7. # 919 District/School Report Cards

(See pages 42-62)

XVI. NOVELS


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve the novels listed for use in the East Stroudsburg Area School District for the 2007-2008 school year. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

Novels (Guided Reading – Elementary) The School Story, 2001 Sam the Duck Good Morning Farm, 2003 They Help Animals Have a Hug, 1999 Look at Bix Can You See the Skunk?, 2002 Young Cam Jansen, 1998 Idaho Wildlife, 2005 Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas, 2005


Snow Is Falling, 1987 Bunnicula and Friends, 2004 The Tale of Despereaux, 2003 Miss Spider’s New Car, 2006 Pick of the Litter, 2006 Wilbur Finds A Friend, 2006 Thanksgiving on Thursday, 2002 Fun for Families Horrible Harry and the Locked Closet, 2004 The Play Ready, Freddy! Homework Hassles, 2004 Rob, Mom, and Socks The Report Card, 2004 Tom and Pam Pilgrims, 2005 A Big Move A Week in the Woods, 2002 Can Hank Sing? The Landry News, 1999 Nothing Stays the Same Pennsylvania Outdoor Photos, 2005 The Forest We Like Pie!, 2006 Worker Bees Things I See, 2006 My Neighborhood Amazon Fever, 2001 Dinosaur Bones Don’t Rot Nate the Great and The Monster Mess, 1999 Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House, 2002 How to Eat Fried Worms, 1973 Second Grade Rules, Amber Brown, 2004 Cam Jansen and The Chocolate Fudge Mystery, 1993 Finding the Titanic, 1993 Turkeys Together, 2005 Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa, 2005 Puppy Mudge Finds A Friend, 2004 Animals in the Sun, Six Dinner Sid, 1991 Three Billy Goats Gruff, 1994 Goose on the Loose, 2006 Gregory, the Terrible Eater, 1980 This Is Our World A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee, 2003 Mack the Cat Pig Pig Goes to Camp, 1985 They are Sick If You Give A Moose A Muffin, 1991 XVII. CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE


A. Superintendent

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve the attendance of Rachael R. Heath at the Act 1 Symposium Conference in Hershey, PA from September 19, 2007 – September 20, 2007 in the amount of $579.55. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

XVIII. FISCAL ITEMS

(The following item(s) are to be deleted from the consensus motion at Board Member(s) request.) __________ __________ __________ ___________ ___________ A. Realty Transfer Taxes

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the refund of $1,000 in Realty Transfer taxes to Thomas M. Titman and Joy Titman, 2 Whispering Hills, East Stroudsburg, which is the amount which they were overcharged for transfer tax on a mother to daughter transfer of property. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See pages 63-72)

B. Exoneration of 2007 Real Estate Taxes

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the exoneration of 2007 real estate taxes for the Price Township owned Bear Swamp Property - Parcel # 14/98441 - in the amount of $7,852.94. Motion was seconded by Robert Gress and carried unanimously, 6-0.


(See page 73-74) C. Change Order No. 4

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve change order No. 4 from Newton Engineering as an addition to its contract in the amount of $16,000 for the Middle Smithfield Elementary Additions and Alterations project. Motion was seconded by Donald Motts and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See page 75)

D. Change Order No. 5

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve change order No. 5 from Newton Engineering as an addition to its contract in the amount of $3,700 for the Middle Smithfield Elementary Additions and Alterations project. Motion was seconded by Donald Motts and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See page 76)

E. PDE 3074

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the submission of PDE 3074 Non-Reimbursement Work subject to Advertising and Bidding Requirements to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for review and approval related to the upgrade of the refueling equipment for the JTL and the North Site bus. Motion was seconded by Donald Motts and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See page 77) F. Snow Removal Contracts

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts to approve the award of snow removal contracts for the 2007-08 and 2008-09 for the following locations to the below listed contractors for the amounts listed on the bids submitted on September 5, 2007: Motion was seconded by Bet Hays and carried unanimously, 6-0.

Norman L. Fish Excavating: Middle Smithfield Elementary Resica Elementary Faulstick and Son Excavation: Smithfield Elementary J.M. Hill Elementary J.T. Lambert Intermediate & South Bus Garage High School South E.R. Linde Construction Corp: North Campus G. Brodhead Creek Regional Authority

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays that the Board authorize the Superintendent to execute and deliver the letter of agreement dated September 10, 2007 from/with the Brodhead Creek Regional Authority providing for an amendment to the Developer's Agreement with regard to the East Stroudsburg Elementary Project. Motion was seconded by Donald Motts and passed 5-1. Robert Gress voted no.


H. Harris School Solutions

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts to approve the proposal from Harris School Solutions for the duplication of the Smithfield Elementary chart of accounts for the East Stroudsburg Elementary at a cost of $525.00. Motion was seconded by Bet Hays and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See pages 78-79) I. Portnoff Law Associates, LTD

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts that the Board approve Amendment No. 3 and the Resolution approving penalty, interest and attorney fee schedule as presented by Portnoff Law Associates, LTD. for the collection of delinquent real estate taxes for the period January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman. A roll call vote was taken and failed 3-3. Robert Gress, Bet Hays and Keith Karkut voted no. Horace Cole, Robert Huffman and Donald Motts voted yes.

(See pages 80-85) J. John J. Riley, Inc.

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve John J. Riley, Inc. for assistance in completion of the Annual Financial Report and other services as needed at $145.00 an hour, not to exceed 70 hours. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

K. Bond Payments 1.

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve the current invoices for construction and related costs associated with the 2004 Bond Issue: $255.00 Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See page 86)

2.

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Donald Motts to approve the current invoices for construction and related costs associated with the 2007 Bond Issue: $5,729,027.90 Motion was seconded by Bet Hays and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See page 87)

L. Use of Facilities

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve the requests received to use the facilities as listed. Motion was seconded by Robert Gress and carried unanimously 6-0.

Board Agenda BUILDING

DATE from

DATE to ORGANIZATION

EVENT

NonProfit

Facility Fee

Waived 9/17/07 Bushkill 9/11/07 9/11/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy

9/17/07 Bushkill 9/11/07 9/11/07 Cub Scout Pack 108 Cub Scout Recruitment “Round Up” Y Policy


9/17/07 Bushkill 9/20/07 5/15/08 Cub Scout Pack 108 Monthly Pack Night Meetings Y Policy

9/17/07 JM Hill 11/25/07 3/8/08 ESYA Youth Basketball Practice & Games, Tuesdays and Fridays Y Policy

9/17/07 JM Hill 9/18/07 9/18/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy 9/17/07 JT Lambert 9/10/07 9/10/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy 9/17/07 JT Lambert 9/20/07 9/20/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy

9/17/07 JT Lambert 11/14/07 PSERS Informational Meeting for School Employees Y Policy

9/17/07 JT Lambert 10/18/07 1/31/08 Smithfield Township Public Hearing Y Policy

9/17/07 Lehman 9/29/07 9/29/07 Delaware Football League

Football game & practice fields Y Policy

9/17/07 Lehman 1/3/08 3/28/08 Bushkill Youth Association

Basketball Y Policy

9/17/07 Lehman 3/10/08 7/18/08 Bushkill Youth Association

Baseball Y Policy

9/17/07 M. Smithfield 9/18/07 5/30/08 Cub Scouts Pack 82 Club Den Meetings- Tuesdays Y Policy

9/17/07 M. Smithfield 9/19/07 5/31/08 Cub Scouts Pack 82 Club Den Meetings-Wednesdays Y Policy

9/17/07 M. Smithfield 9/19/07 5/31/08 Cub Scouts Pack 82 Club Den Meetings-Thursdays Y Policy

9/17/07 M. Smithfield 9/13/07 9/13/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy 9/17/07 M. Smithfield 9/21/07 9/21/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy

9/17/07 Resica 9/20/07 5/31/08 Cub Scouts Pack 100 Den 5

Pack Nights Y Policy

9/17/07 Resica 9/21/07 6/1/08 Cub Scout Pack 100 Weekly meetings Friday afternoons Y Policy

9/17/07 Resica 9/21/07 6/1/08 Cub Scout Pack 100 Weekly Meetings Friday Evenings Y Policy

9/17/07 Resica 9/24/07 9/24/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy 9/17/07 Resica 9/25/07 9/25/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy

9/17/07 Resica 10/5/07 4/4/09

12/14/07 6/6/08 PA Dance Vision

Dance Instruction & rehearsal Fridays Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/18/07 12/14/07 ESU Dept of Early Childhood Education

Class meetings – professional development program Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/18/07 9/19/07 Pocono Family YMCA Information Night Y Policy 9/17/07 Smithfield 9/18/07 9/19/07 PTO Open House Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/18/07 5/29/08 Pocono Fencing Club Practice & instruction Tuesdays & Thursdays Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/18/07 6/1/08 Cub Scouts Pack 92 Den 7

Weekly den meetings Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/18/07 9/18/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy 9/17/07 Smithfield 9/19/07 9/19/07 Girl Scouts Information Night Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/20/07 5/16/08 Cub Scouts Pack 92

Sign-ups, awards nights, basketball, Pinewood Derby Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 9/26/07 5/22/08 PTO School Store (various dates) Y Policy

9/17/07 Smithfield 11/25/07 3/8/08 ESYA Youth Basketball Practice & games Mondays & Wednesdays Y Policy

(See pages 88-129)


M. Waivers of Use of Facilities Fees

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the waivers for the use of facilities and all school personnel fees for joint initiatives between the East Stroudsburg Area School District and Marshalls Creek Fire Company and the East Stroudsburg Area School District and Middle Smithfield Township Park Commission. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

Board Agenda BUILDING

DATE from

DATE to ORGANIZATION

EVENT

NonProfit

Facility Fee

Waived

9/17/07 M. Smithfield 10/9/07 10/9/07 Marshalls Creek Fire Company/PTO

Fire Prevention Education Y Policy

9/17/07 Resica 9/22/07 9/22/07 Middle Smithfield Twp Park/PTO

Community Event-Day in the Park Y Policy

(See pages 130-134)

N. Payment of Bills and Treasurer’s Report

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the Budget Transfers, Payment of Bills and Treasurer’s Report listed in this agenda for the 2007-2008 fiscal year, in accordance with Section 687 of the Public School Code, recent directives from the Department of Education, and interpretations made by the Auditor General. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and passed 5-1. Keith Karkut voted no.

1. Payment of Bills - (See pages 135-169) 2. Treasurer’s Report - (See pages 170-175)

EAST STROUDSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION

REGULAR MEETING - September 17, 2007

J. T. Lambert Intermediate - Auditorium 7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM A

XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

F. Administrative Compensation Plan


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to adopt the East Stroudsburg Area School District Administrative Compensation Plan for 2006-2008, as amended on this date, for the remainder of the term of the agreement which ends on June 30, 2008. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

(See pages 2-14)



REGULAR MEETING September 17, 2007

J. T. Lambert Intermediate – Auditorium

7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM B

XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

G. Confidential Secretaries


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve the salary changes for the 2007-2008 fiscal year for the designated non-bargaining unit Confidential Secretary staff. Motion was seconded by Bet Hays and carried unanimously, 6-0.

1. Salary Changes for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Last Name First Name Position 2007-08 Hourly Rate a. Brooks Deborah Confidential part-time secretary (minimum 900 hours) (Superintendent) $17.60 b. Burns Deborah Confidential secretary (Personnel) $19.25 c. Dreisbach Katherine Confidential secretary (Personnel) $15.03 d. Farmer Patricia Confidential secretary (Personnel) $17.45 e. Rosado Patricia Confidential secretary (Superintendent) $17.25 f. Snyder Amy Confidential secretary (.5 Personnel and .5 Pupil Services) $14.26

2. Confidential Secretaries


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve single payment bonuses in the amount of $500.00 for Deborah Burns and $1,000.00 for Patricia Farmer, Confidential Secretaries. Motion was seconded by Robert Gress and carried unanimously, 6-0.


BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

September 17, 2007

J. T. Lambert Intermediate – Auditorium 7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM C


XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

H. First Level Supervisors


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Bet Hays to approve the salary changes for the 2007-2008 fiscal year for the designated non-bargaining unit First Level Supervisor staff. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

1. First Level Supervisors – Salary Changes for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Last Name First Name Position 2007-08 Hourly Ratea. Flynn Denise Assistant Food Service Director - South (10 month) $15.37 b. McCracken Mary Ann Assistant Food Service Director - North (10 month) $16.40 c. Bachman Corrine Transportation Dispatcher (South) $22.50 d. Moore Mary Ann Transportation Dispatcher (North) $15.37 e. Harris Timothy Head Custodian (Working) $21.81 f. Oswald Kirk Head Custodian (Working) $23.77 g. Pryor Kieran Head Custodian (Working) $25.64 h. Lancaster Kurt Maintenance - Supervisor $18.27 i. LaBar Ronald E. Head Mechanic - Supervisor $25.87 j. Miller Daryle Head of Grounds Maintenance - Supervisor $23.16 k. Czajkowski Joseph Chief of School Police (through September 7, 2007) $18.71



September 17, 2007


ADDENDUM D XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS I. Administrative Staff - Act 93


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve the salary changes for the 2007-2008 fiscal year for the designated Act 93 staff. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

1. Act 93 – Salary Changes for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Last Name First Name Position Location 2007-2008

a. Arnold Michelle Intermediate Assistant Principal J. T. Lambert Intermediate $71,951.00, prorated


(effective 7/1/07-7/31/07) b. Arnold

Michelle

“Acting” and Principal, Assistant Director of Grants and Federal Programs (effective 8/01/07)

J. M. Hill Elementary

$79,000.00, prorated

c. Baker David Elementary Principal Middle Smithfield Elem $75,019.00 d. Benjamin Theresa High School Assistant Principal High School South $66,000.00 e. Bridges Marianne Director of Food Services District $63,000.00 f. Brown Mark Director of Athletics & Activities District $85,443.00 g. Burrus

John

Elementary Principal and Director of Staff Development K-5 Smithfield Elementary $84,000.00

h. Carty Richard Elementary Principal Bushkill Elementary $94,343.00 i. Casciotta Marialena Director of Pupil Services (Grades K-4) District $81,000.00 j. Catrillo Michael Intermediate Principal J. T. Lambert Intermediate $98,011.00 k. Conforti

Margaret

Intermediate Assistant Principal (effective 8/06/07)

J. T. Lambert Intermediate


l. Dailey Dawn High School Assistant Principal High School South $69,000.00 m. Dilliplane Robert Intermediate Principal Lehman Intermediate $78,000.00 n. Duggins

Irene

Elementary Principal (effective 7/1/07-7/31/07)

J. M. Hill and East Stroudsburg Elementary


o. Duggins

Irene

“Acting” and Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction (effective 8/01/07)

District

$100,000.00, prorated

p. Forsyth Eric Director of Administrative Systems District $65,180.00 q. Holcomb Kimberly Director of Transportation District $65,755.00 r. Hopkins Lynda Director of Pupil Services (Grades 9-12) District $83,035.00 s. Kerstetter Eric Intermediate Assistant Principal J. T. Lambert Intermediate $65,500.00 t. Krotowski Carolyn High School Assistant Principal High School North $67,800.00 u. Kulick Gail Elementary Principal Resica Elementary $85,932.00 v. Livingston Irene Elementary Assistant Principal Middle Smithfield Elem $69,000.00 w. Mayers Deanna Director of Instructional Technology District $75,767.00 x. Maynard Araina Access Coordinator District $46,000.00 y. Meehan Terry High School Assistant Principal High School South $66,000.00 z. Palio Lois High School Principal High School South $91,596.00 aa. Parks William High School Assistant Principal High School North $76,800.00 bb. Prefontaine

Annelle

Director of Grants and Federal Programs (effective 7/1/07-7/31/07)

District


cc. Prefontaine

Annelle

“Acting” and Elementary Principal and Director of Grants and Federal Programs (effective 8/01/07)

East Stroudsburg Elementary


dd. Shearouse James Director of Maintenance District $71,755.00 ee. Stevens Kim Director of Pupil Services (Grades 5-8) District $81,402.00 ff. Stoner

Steven

High School Assistant Principal (effective 8/06/07)

High School North


gg. Tucker

Allison

Intermediate Assistant Principal (effective 8/06/07)

Lehman Intermediate


hh. Zall Stephen High School Principal High School North $87,705.00





7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM E XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS J. Administrative Staff - Act 93


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve a single payment bonus for the designated Act 93 staff. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and passed 5-1. Donald Motts voted no.

2. Act 93 – Bonus

Last Name First Name Position Bonus

a. Benjamin Theresa High School Assistant Principal $1,000 b. Burrus John Elementary Principal and Director of Staff Development K-5 $2,000 c. Dailey Dawn High School Assistant Principal $1,000 d. Meehan Terry High School Assistant Principal $1,000 e. Palio Lois High School Principal $2,000 f. Parks William High School Assistant Principal $1,000




7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM F


XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

K. Administrative Staff – Central Administration


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve the salary change for the 2007-2008 fiscal year for the designated Central Administrative staff. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

2. Salary Change for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Name Position 2007-2008 Salary a. Guidry, Marie Business Manager (eff 7/1/07 – 9/17/07) $96,243.00, prorated



September 17, 2007


ADDENDUM G XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

L. Administrative Staff – Central Administration


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve the salary changes for the 2007-2008 fiscal year for the designated Central Administrative staff. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

2. Salary Changes for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Name Position 2007-2008 Salary b. Baughman, Patricia Assistant Superintendent for Personnel $113,385.00 c. Naudascher, Gregory Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

(effective 7/1/07 – 8/22/07) $108,614.00, prorated





7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM H XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

M. Administrative Staff – Central Administration


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve the salary change for the 2007-2008 fiscal year for the designated Central Administrative staff. Motion was seconded by Bet Hays and carried unanimously, 6-0.

2. Salary Change for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Name Position 2007-2008 Salary d. Heath, Rachael Superintendent $140,000.00



September 17, 2007


ADDENDUM I XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

A. Support Staff


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve salary stipends effective September 13, 2007 through a date to be determined, pending securing a Chief of School Police, in the amount of an additional $2.00/per hour for the designated non-bargaining unit staff. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

11. Salary Stipend for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Name Position Location 2007-2008 Hourly Rate including stipend

a. Klingele, Albert School Police Officer (1st shift, 10 North Campus $16.55


month) b. Livingston, Kenneth Security Guard (1st shift, 10 month) South Campus $13.66



September 17, 2007


ADDENDUM J XI. PERSONNEL ITEMS

A. Support Staff


ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman to approve the appointment to the support staff designated, in accordance with the approved applicable policies, procedures [subject to proper completion of all necessary documents and obtaining all necessary positive clearances] and contractual agreement. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.


Name

Appointment

v. Small, Leslie Media I (Step 1) (Help Desk) – District Hourly Rate: $16.84 Effective Date: October 2, 2007 This is a new position.




7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM K


XII. CONTRACTS

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Keith Karkut to approve the contracts listed for their specific services, rates and effective dates. Motion was seconded by Robert Huffman and carried unanimously, 6-0.

NAME SERVICE RATE PAYMENT FROM EFFECTIVE DATE 22. Behavioral Health

Associates, Inc. Alternative Education $89.00 per

student per day, Not to Exceed $16,020.00 per

year

District 8/28/07-/6/30/08

23. Buxmont Academy Alternative Education Up to $97.82/day, 5 days a week (regular ed.)

Up to $107.82/day, 5

days a week (special ed.)

District 9/4/07 – 6/30/08

24. EDUCARE Private Licensed Academic School

Alternative Education $89.00 per student per day, Not to Exceed $16,020.00 per

year

District 8/28/07-6/30/08

25. Penn Literacy English Proficiency for ELL’s and Cross Cultural Communication

$13,200.00 Title III Grant 10/07-10/08




7:30 P.M.

ADDENDUM L XVIII. FISCAL ITEMS

(The following item(s) are to be deleted from the consensus motion at Board Member(s) request.)

__________ __________ __________ ___________ ___________ O. Cavalier Football Club

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman that the Board accept a donation from the Cavalier Football Club of two (2) flat panel televisions to be located in the HSS stadium concession stand, together with the installation of coaxial cable and speaker wire from the concession stand to the press box and announcer's booth. The installation shall be performed by Club volunteers, each of whom shall sign a release/waiver of liability for personal injury prior to performing such installation. This shall be at no cost to the District. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.


P. East Stroudsburg Area Joint School Authority

ACTION BY THE BOARD: Motion was made by Robert Huffman that the Board authorize the revival of the East Stroudsburg Area Joint School Authority for a period not to exceed fifty (50) years. Motion was seconded by Keith Karkut and carried unanimously, 6-0.

XIX. ANNOUNCEMENTS/INFORMATION

None XX. ADJOURNMENT 10:35 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Patricia L. Rosado, Board Secretary

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