ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
February 25, 2016
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
C.
III.
Eagle Scout Award – Robert Baidokas
Springton Lake presents: The Hills are Alive...with the Sound of Music!
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2016
Bid Opening Minutes of February 3, 2016 Penncrest HVAC Replacement
Locker Room and Wood Shop
Bid Opening Minutes of February 3, 2016 Media Elementary Water
Drainage Mitigation
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Roll Call
Presentations and Awards
A.
IV
Pledge of Allegiance
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
Agenda
RTMEA – Sean Hobdell
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VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
Policies
1.
Policy 004 Membership, See Attachment A
2.
Policy 011 Board Governance Standards/Code of Conduct, See
Attachment B
3.
Policy 824 Maintaining Professional Adult/Student Boundaries, See
Attachment C
4.
Policy 907 School Visitors , See Attachment D
New Business
A.
B.
C.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
b.
Supplemental Contracts, See Attachments E and F
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Choir Upper Dublin High School
2.
Penncrest High school Band and Choir New York, New York
3.
PMEA Orchestra Festival – Council Rock High School
4.
Penncrest High School Orchestra – Chicago, Il – Date Change
2016-2017 School Year Calendar – First Read – Review
See Attachment G
Finance
A.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
a.
Media Elementary School Water Drainage Mitigation
b.
Penncrest Women’s Locker Room and Woodshop HVAC
Replacement
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X.
Finance
B.
C.
D.
XII.
General
1.
Change Orders
2.
Budgetary Transfers
3.
Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates Contract
4.
Villanova University Contract
5.
Grosh Backdrops Contract
6.
Criticare Contract
7.
Oral Language Proficiency Assessment Contracts
8.
Philadelphia Arts in Education Project
Financials for January 2016
Bill Lists for January 2016
Adjournment
ANNOUNCEMENT
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at
6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of March 31, 2016, at Penncrest High School.
The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.
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Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
2-25-2016
Minutes of the Legislative Meeting of January 28, 2016
I. Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
____________________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance:
Susan Nolen, Vice President
Tracy Barusevicius
James Cunningham
Jeffrey Koenig
Harry Postles
Elizabeth Schneider
Students:
Eric Bilbrough
Absent:
Allison D’Ignazio
Absent:
Jaclyn Clancy
Nancy Mackrides
William O’Donnell, President
Also in Attendance:
Michelle Britton, Assist. Principal SLMS
Eric Bucci, Principal Glenwood
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Dir.PS and Sp. Ed.
Donald DiPaulo, Asst. Principal SLMS
William Dougherty, Asst. to the Superintendent
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Joseph Fuhr, Asst. Principal PHS
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Principal PHS
Thomas Haupert, Director of HR
Mack Johnson, Mgm. Systems Admin.
Thomas Kelly, Esq., Solicitor
Bonnie Kinsler, Supervisor of Transportation
Patti Linden, Director Technology
Kim McCann-Roller, Info. Tech. Spec.
John Reid, Principal IL
Jenny Robinson, Principal Rose Tree Elem.
Robert Salladino, Principal SLMS
Roxanne Schupp, Bus.Off. Supervisor
Christine Seeley, Acting Asst. Principal SYA
Steve Silva, Asst. Principal PHS
Sharon Sweeney, Asst. Principal PHS
Paula Voshell, Principal Media Elementary
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
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II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2015
Amended Minutes of the December 8, 2015 Reorganization Meeting
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. Cunningham seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
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Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
December 17, 2015 and the Amended Minutes of the December 8, 2015 Reorganization
Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS;
ABSENT:
III.
Tracy Barusevicius, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen,
Harry Postles, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Jaclyn Clancy, Nancy Mackrides and William O’Donnell
Presentations and Awards
A.
Eagle Scout – Michael Galinsky
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media Award to
Michael Galinsky for achieving Eagle Scout Rank.
B.
School Director Recognition
January is School Director Recognition Month. The theme for 2016 is “Stronger
Schools, Stronger Pennsylvania.” School Board Members volunteer more than
twenty hours per month to the job of making difficult decisions for our staff and
students. These volunteers are your voice in your school district. They make sure
your concerns are heard. Rose Tree Media School District would like to join PSBA
in recognizing our Board of School Directors for their outstanding service. Thank
you for your commitment to the children, the staff and the citizens of our school
district.
IV
Educational Presentation
A.
Linking Learning to Life: Student and Parent Perspectives
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V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
Rose Tree Media Residents
1.
Liz Corra – Middletown – Various Issues – Wigo leaving, timeline for
contract, search for new superintendent, reason for assistant superintendent
2.
Paige Loper – Middletown – Formal screening of hires, committee meeting
structure and nepotism policy
3.
Agnes Silverman – Various, Wigo contract and accountability
Old Business
A.
IX.
RTMEA – Susan Howe
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports – In Official Minutes of January 28, 2016
School Reports – In Official Minutes of January 28, 2016
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Minutes of January 28, 2016
Solicitor’s Report – In Official Minutes of January 28, 2016
President’s Report – In Official Minutes of January 28, 2016
None
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. Koenig seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
2.
Amanda Slattery, Science Teacher, Penncrest High School,
resignation effective December 23, 2015.
William Stack, Science Teacher, Springton Lake Middle
School, retirement effective January 14, 2016.
Background
Mr. Stack joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School District
in 1997. He is retiring after 19 years of dedicated service.
3.
b.
Megan Caiola, .4 Gifted Teacher, Penncrest High School,
resignation effective March 18, 2016.
Non-Instructional
1.
Daniel Graham, Substitute Maintenance, resignation effective
December 28, 2015.
2.
Bianca Plotts-Adams, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, resignation
effective December 7, 2015.
3.
Sharon Trader, Bus Driver, resignation effective September 4,
2015.
4.
Patricia Barlow, Bus Driver, retirement effective March 18,
2016.
Retirement
Ms. Barlow joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School District
in 1984. She is retiring after 32 years of dedicated service.
5.
Linda Buckler, Substitute Secretary, resignation effective
January 12, 2016.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
b.
2
Non-Instructional
6.
Beverly Hoffman, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, resignation
effective January 15, 2016.
7.
Lisa Malara, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, resignation effective
January 19, 2016.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Mary Kate Nolan, Long Term Substitute Elementary Teacher
effective February 1, 2016 at the annual salary of $46,374.00,
Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1 to be pro-rated for the second
semester. Ms. Nolan received her Bachelor’s Degree from
West Chester University. She served as a Long Term
Substitute for the first semester. Ms. Nolan is assigned to
Glenwood Elementary replacing Melissa Miller who is on
leave.
2.
Heather Gallagher, Long Term Substitute Elementary
Teacher, effective February 1, 2016 at the annual salary of
$46,374.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1 to be pro-rated for the
second semester. Ms. Gallagher received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Bloomsburg University. She served as an LTS for
the first semester. Ms. Gallagher is assigned to Glenwood for
the first semester replacing Kate Megahey who is on leave.
3.
Annie Neff, Special Education Teacher, effective February 1,
2016 at the annual salary of $46,374.00, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 1 to be pro-rated for the second semester. Ms.
Neff received her Bachelor’s degree from Bloomsburg
University. She served as an LTS for the first semester. Ms.
Neff is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing
Veronica Kurash Kusheba who resigned.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
4.
Karla Astfalk, Long Term Substitute Elementary Teacher
effective February 1, 2016 at the annual salary of $53,562.00,
Master’s Degree/Step 1 to be pro-rated for the second
semester. Ms. Astfalk received her Bachelor’s Degree from
West Chester University and her Master’s Degree from Penn
State University. She served as an LTS for the first semester.
Ms. Astfalk is assigned to Glenwood Elementary replacing
Stacy Gallagher who is on leave.
5.
Recommend Board approval to extend Lauren Snyder, Long
Term Substitute Special Education Teacher, 5 days past her
contract at her regular per diem rate of $239.04, effective
February 1, 2016 through February 5, 2016. Ms. Snyder is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School.
6.
Kimberly Sheets, Long Term Substitute Social Studies
Teacher effective with the completion of her pre-employment
paperwork, at the annual salary of $53,562, Master’s
Degree/Step1 pro-rated. Ms. Sheets received her Bachelor’s
and Master’s Degrees from The University of New York. Ms.
Sheets has served as a substitute teacher during the first
semester. She is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School
replacing Amanda Pfeifer who is on leave. NOTE: Ms. Sheets
is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
7.
Erin Bradley, Mathematics Teacher, effective January 29,
2016 at the annual salary of $46,374.00, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 1. Ms. Bradley received her Bachelor’s degree
from Penn State University. She comes to us from North Penn
School where she served as a Per Diem Substitute. Ms.
Bradley is assigned to Penncrest High School replacing
Joseph Peleckis who resigned. NOTE: Ms. Bradley is being
hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
8.
Mary Claire Williams, Long Term Substitute Special Education
teacher effective February 1, 2016 at the annual salary of
$46,374.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1 pro-rated for the
second semester. Ms. Williams received her Bachelor’s
Degree from West Chester University. She is assigned to
Penncrest High School replacing Kristen Manderachi who is
on leave. NOTE: Ms. Williams is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
9.
Recommend Board approval to extend Kristine Heery, Long
Term Substitute Title I Reading Teacher, 2 days past her
contract at her regular per diem rate of $276.09, effective
February 2, 2016 and February 4, 2016. Ms. Snyder is
assigned to Media Elementary.
10.
Marci Carmeans, Long Term Substitute Science Teacher
effective February 1, 2016, at the annual salary of $46,513.00,
Bachelor’s Degree/Step 2, pro-rated for the second semester.
Ms. Carmeans received her Bachelor’s Degree from Temple
University. She served as a Long Term Substitute during the
2014-2015 school year and the first semester of the 20152016 school year. Ms. Carmeans is assigned to Penncrest
High School replacing Amanda Slattery who resigned.
11.
Madeline Edwards, Long Term Substitute Special Education
Teacher effective February 1, 2016 at the annual salary of
$46,374.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1, pro-rated for the
second semester. Ms. Edwards received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Cabrini College. She is assigned to Indian Lane
replacing Michelle Cunningham who is on leave. NOTE: Ms.
Edwards is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Craig Casner, Summer Scheduler for the 2016-2017 school
year at the annual salary of $4,000.00. Mr. Casner is assigned
to Penncrest High School.
2.
Sarah Graham, Summer Scheduler for the 2016-2017 school
year at the annual salary of $4,000.00. Ms. Graham is
assigned to Penncrest High School.
3.
Recommend approval of the following Custodial Staff to serve
as Night Supervisor for the 2015-2016 school year:
Paulette Goolsby
Mary Grasty
Clyde Davis
Debra Linn
Anthony Barrett
John Collins
Glenwood
Indian Lane
Media
Rose Tree
Springton Lake
Penncrest
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
$1,500
$1,500
4.
Barbara McCann, Cafeteria Worker, effective with the
completion of her pre-employment paperwork, at the rate of
$11.77 per hour. Ms. McCann is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Nariman Shaer who was reassigned. NOTE:
Ms. McCann is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
5.
Elinor Taylor, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, effective with the
completion of her pre-employment paperwork, at the rate of
$11.20 per hour. NOTE: Ms. Taylor is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
6.
Kathleen Stroup, Secretary 1, effective January 29, 2016 at
the annual salary of $34,745.50. Ms. Stroup is assigned to the
Education Center replacing Athena Valavanis who resigned.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
7.
Diane Graham, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, effective January
29, 2016 at the rate of $11.20 per hour.
8.
Bernard Otch, Support Staff II, effective with the completion of
his pre-employment paperwork, at the rate of $16.99 per hour.
Mr. Otch is assigned to Penncrest High School. NOTE: Mr.
Otch is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
9.
Lauren Taylor, Support Staff II, effective with the completion of
her pre-employment paperwork at the rate of $16.99 per hour.
Ms. Taylor is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary. This is a
new position. NOTE: MS. Taylor is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
10.
Richard Sobel, Bus Aide, effective January 29, 2016 at the
rate of $15.02 per hour. Mr. Sobel is assigned to the
Transportation Department replacing Karen Carsia who
resigned. NOTE: Mr. Sobel is being hired pending completion
of his pre-employment paperwork.
11.
Kayla Moran, Support Staff II, Personal Instructional Assistant
effective with the completion of her pre-employment
paperwork at the rate of $16.99 per hour. Ms. Moran is
assigned to Indian Lane Elementary. NOTE: Ms. Moran is
being hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
David Dragone, Assistant Baseball Coach, effective with the
completion of his pre-employment paperwork at the annual
salary of $3,625.00. Mr. Dragone is assigned to Penncrest
High School. NOTE: Mr. Dragone is being hired pending
completion of his pre-employment paperwork.
2.
Kathryn Hong, 3rd Grade Talent Show Sponsor at the annual
salary of $290.00. Ms. Hong is assigned to Glenwood
Elementary.
3.
Lynn Lista, Reading Lab Sponsor at the annual salary of
$290.00. Ms. Lista is assigned to Glenwood Elementary.
4.
Recommend Board approval of the following Rose Tree
Elementary personnel to serve as Club Sponsors for the 20152016 school year:
Angela Lynch
Matthew Moore
JoAnn Podlaski
Hannah Richarson
David Sikorski
Kristin Smith
Dennis Smyth
Creative Arts
Crazy 8’s
Set Design
Art
Guitar
Board Games
Lego/Robotics
$580.00
$580.00
$580.00
$580.00
$580.00
$580.00
$580.00
The aforementioned resolution was adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS;
ABSENT:
IX.
Tracy Barusevicius, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen,
Harry Postles, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Jaclyn Clancy, Nancy Mackrides and William O’Donnell
New Business
B.
Policies
1.
Policy #004 Local Board Procedures, See Attachment A
2.
Policy #011 Principals for Governance and Leadership, See Attachment B
3.
Policy 907 School Visitors, See Attachment C
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IX.
New Business
B.
Policies
1.
Policy #004 Local Board Procedures
Resolve, the Board of School Directors review Policy #004 – Membership.
This policy was discussed at the January 12, 2016 Finance Committee
meeting. See Attachment A in Official Meeting Minutes of January 28,
2016.
2.
Policy #011 Principals for Governance and Leadership
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors review Policy #100 –
Principals of Governance and Leadership. This policy was discussed at the
January 12, 2016 Finance Committee meeting. See Attachment B in Official
Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2016.
3.
Policy #907 School Visitors
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors review Policy #907 – School
Visitors. This policy was discussed at the January 12, 2016 Pupil Services
Committee meeting. See Attachment C in Official Meeting Minutes of
January 28, 2016.
X.
Finance
A.
B.
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Change Orders – None
2.
Budgetary Transfers – None
3.
PlanCon Part K
4.
Anonymous Donation
5.
Author’s Day Contract
6.
Social Media Presentation Agreement – Springton Lake Middle
School
7.
Social Media Presentation Agreement – Penncrest High School
8.
National Constitution Center Contract
9.
Circle Line Sightseeing Agreement
10.
Citibank Depository Approval
11.
Bonnett Associates Proposal
12.
Devereux Foundation Contract
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. Koenig seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance:
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
B.
General
1.
Change Orders – none
2.
Budgetary Transfers – none
3.
PlanCon Part K
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the submittal of PlanCon
Part K Project Refinancing Documents to the Pennsylvania Department of
Education for the purpose of refinancing the GOB Bond Series of 2015. This
item was discussed at the January 12, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
4.
Anonymous Donation
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the anonymous
donation of $1,000 to Penncrest athletics. This item was discussed at the
January 12, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
5.
Author’s Day Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract with
Wendy Mass in the amount of $2,500.00 plus hotel expenses. Wendy Mass
will provide writing workshops for students as well as two assemblies at
Springton Lake Middle School. The funding for this agreement is provided
through the building budget. This item was discussed at the January 12,
2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
6.
Social Media Presentation Agreement – Springton Lake Middle School
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with
The Institute for Responsible Online and Cell Phone Communications in the
amount of $3,000.00. The IROC will provide 3 presentations for Springton
Lake Middle School students and parents to help with appropriate social
media behavior. Funding for this presentation is provided through the
building budget. This item was discussed at the January 12, 2016 Finance
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Social Media Presentation Agreement – Penncrest High School
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with
The Institute for Responsible Online and Cell Phone Communications in the
amount of $2,300.00. The IROC will provide 2 presentations for Penncrest
High School students and parents to help with appropriate social media
behavior. Funding for this presentation is provided through the building
budget.
8.
National Constitution Center Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with the
National Constitution Center in the amount of $184.00. This contract is
through the Indian Lane Student Activity account and is at no cost to the
district. This item was discussed at the January 12, 2016 Finance
Committee Meeting.
9.
Circle Line Sightseeing Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the agreement with
Circle Line Sightseeing in the amount of $4,848.00. This agreement is
through the Springton Lake Middle School Student Activity account and is at
no cost to the district. This item was discussed at the January 12, 2016
Finance Committee Meeting.
10.
Citibank Depository Approval
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve Citibank as an
approved depository for the deposit of real estate tax payments.
11.
Bonnett Associates Proposal
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Bonnett
Associates Proposal in the amount of $123,500.00 plus reimbursable
expenses. This proposal is for architectural and engineering services
related to the 2016 capital projects at the various schools. This item was
discussed at the January 12, 2016 Operations Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
Devereux Foundation Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract submitted
by The Devereux Foundation-Ascent Program for a student to receive
special education services until June of 2016 at a cost not to exceed
$10,800.00 dollars ($40/hour for 8 hours/week for up to 27 weeks=
$8,640.00 and $80/hour for 1 hour per week for 27 weeks-$2,160.00).
These services are for a student with social and emotional disabilities.
The aforementioned resolution was adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS;
ABSENT:
X.
Tracy Barusevicius, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen,
Harry Postles, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Jaclyn Clancy, Nancy Mackrides and William O’Donnell
Finance
C.
Financials for December 2015
D.
Bill Lists for December 2015
Mr. Postles moved and Mrs. Schneider second a motion to adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Financial Reports:
X.
Financial
C.
D.
Financial Reports
December
December
December
December
2015
2015
2015
2015
Bill Lists
December
December
December
December
2015
2015
2015
2015
Treasurer’s Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
General Fund Bill List
Capital Fund Bill List
Bond Series 2011 Bill List
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
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$ 3,723,901.31
$
83,880.50
$ 240,648.48
$
69,486.89
$ 4,117,917.18
February 25, 2016
X.
Financial
C.
Financial Reports
D.
Bill Lists
The aforementioned resolution was adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS;
ABSENT:
XI.
Tracy Barusevicius, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen, Harry Postles, Elizabeth
Schneider
James Cunningham
Jaclyn Clancy, Nancy Mackrides and William O’Donnell
Adjournment
Mrs. Barusevicius moved and Mr. Koenig seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
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Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board of School Directors,
the meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS;
ABSENT:
Tracy Barusevicius, James Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen,
Harry Postles, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Jaclyn Clancy, Nancy Mackrides and William O’Donnell
_____________________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on February 3, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308
N. Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves, Anthony Combs and Walt Subers
from Bonnett Associates and 14 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
Water Drainage Mitigation at Media Elementary School
John McPhillips & Sons, Inc.
1100 Edgewood Road
Havertown, PA 19083
Land-Tech Enterprises, Inc.
3084 B. Bristol Road
Warrington, PA 18976
JMC Contractors, Inc.
38 Stephen Drive
Glen Mills, PA 19342
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on February 3, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Education Center, 308
N. Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves, Anthony Combs and Walt Subers
from Bonnett Associates and 14 bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves.
HVAC Replacement Penncrest Woman’s Locker Room and Wood Shop
Electrical Construction
HVAC Construction (cont’d)
CMSE Electric, Inc.
286 Baker Road
Cochranville, PA 19330
Cook’s Service Company, Inc.
300 Industrial Drive
Avondale, PA 19311
AJM Electric, Inc.
2333 Concord Road
Chester Township, PA 19013
Gary M. Cooper, Inc
300 Davisville Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Goldhorn Electrical Construction
20 Commerce Drive
Aston, PA 19014
Goshen Mechanical, Inc.
640 Snyder Avenue, Unit A
West Chester, PA 19382
HVAC Construction
GEM Mechanical Services, Inc.
5101 Birney Highway
Aston, PA 19014
Tri-County Mechanical, Inc.
419 State Road, Suite 2
Emmaus, PA 18049
Five Star Mechanical Contractors
833 Lincoln Avenue, Unit 8
West Chester, PA 19380
Myco Mechanical, Inc.
1 North Washington Street
Telford, PA 18969
Edward J. Meloney, Inc.
22 Madison Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
II. Bid Opening Minutes of February 3, 2016 Penncrest HVAC Women’s Locker Room & Wood Shop
February 25, 2016
HVAC Construction (cont’d)
M. J. McShea Mechanical
1800 Mearns Road, Suite DD
Warminster, PA 18974
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes of February 3, 2016 Penncrest HVAC Women’s Locker Room & Wood Shop
February 25, 2016
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Eagle Scout – Robert Baidokas
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree
Media Award to Robert Baidokas for achieving Eagle Scout Rank.
III.
Presentations and Awards
1
February 25, 2016
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6015
Fax 610.627.6015
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo
Superintendent of Schools
William M. Dougherty
Acting Assistant to the Superintendent
OFFICE OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
From:
William M. Dougherty
Date:
February 9, 2016
Subject:
Office of Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting
Chairperson: Mrs. Elizabeth Schneider
Minutes
Office of Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting
February 9, 2016
Curriculum and Instruction: World Language Department
Mr. Dougherty presented three Oral Proficiency Assessment contracts from Immaculata
University, West Chester University, and Penn State University.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 25 Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board of School Directors.
2016-2017 School Calendar
Mr. Dougherty presented the 2016-2017 school calendar to the board. There was
discussion about the holidays and in-service days.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 25 Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board of School Directors.
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TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
February 19, 2016
Subject:
February 9, 2016 Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
______________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James
Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen, William O’Donnell, Harry Postles and
Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Grace Eves, Patti Linden and James M. Wigo, Sr.
______________________________________________________________________
1.
Budgetary Comparison Report
The District has received 87% of revenue. The District received approximately
$5 million in state revenue and approximately $100,000 in federal revenue in
January. Approximately $8 million in state revenue is outstanding. The District
expensed 77% of expenditures. The increase in Other Uses of Funds is due to
the debt service payment schedule.
Action: Discussion
2.
Budgetary Transfer
FY 16-13 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Medical Services- Contracted Services
$6,000
TO:
AMOUNT:
Other Student Services – Contracted Services
$6,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover the costs of Student Assistant Program,
SAP, services at Penncrest.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative meeting for
a vote of the Board.
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3.
Board Policies 004 and 011 (Second Read)
The committee members reviewed policy 004 Local Board Procedures –
Membership and policy 011 Local Board Procedures – Principles for Governance
and Leadership.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative meeting for
a vote of the Board.
4.
Resolution for Education Funding
A resolution from the Delaware County Intermediate Unit’s Legislative Council in
support of the lawsuit, William Penn School District’s v. Pennsylvania
Department of Education, for fair school funding was reviewed as a first read.
Action: Discussion
5.
Agreements/Contracts
•
Villanova University - 2016 Penncrest Graduation
Graduation is scheduled for June 9th at Villanova. The contract is for
$12,275 which is the same amount as last year.
•
Grosh Backdrops
The contract in the amount of $462.73 is for the rental of material for the
musical to be held at Penncrest on April 8th through the 10th.
Action: These items will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative meeting
for a vote of the Board.
Contracts in excess of $25,000 will be voted on individually at Legislative
meetings.
•
Audit RFP
A survey was sent to Delaware County school districts for auditing
services. Twelve districts responded with the following results:
4 - Barbacane, Thornton
4 - BBD LLP
2 - Mallie,
1 - Major and Mastro
1 - Baker, Tilly, Virchow Krause.
An RRF will be prepared with the results to be presented at the April
Finance committee meeting.
Action: Discussion
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6.
2016/2017 Support Services Budget Review
•
Function 2100 includes Pupil Services, Guidance, Psychological, Social
Work and student accounting services. A committee member has
requested a review for additional services to assist students with
college entrance and scholarships.
• 2100-100 Salaries - is increased due to several guidance counselors
moving on the salary schedule
• 2100-300 Purchased Professional Services - increased due to a need for
additional mental health services for students
•
Function 2200 includes Technology Support, Library Support,
Instruction and Curriculum Development Services and Staff
Development Services
• 2200-100 Salaries - is decreased due to the recoding of several
secretaries to function 2300 administration because they are assistant
principals secretaries
• 2200-300 Purchased Professional Services - is reduced for technology
professional services
• 2200-400 Purchased Property Services - is reduced due to technology
leases
• 2200-500 Other Services - is a reduction in telecommunications
• 2200-600 Supplies - is reduced due to fewer curriculum and instruction
needs as the curriculum replacement cycle is not as large
• 2200-700 Equipment - is increased due to the purchase of PC technology
equipment for office staff members
•
Function 2300 includes Board Services, Tax Assessment and Collection
Services, Legal Services, Office of the Superintendent and Assistant
Superintendent, Community Relations and Office of the Principal
• 2300-100 Salaries - is increased due to the recoding of the assistant
principal’s secretaries from function 2200
•
Function 2400 includes Pupil Health Services
• 2400-300 Purchased Professional Services - is reduced due to the
decreased need for nursing services for a student that no longer requires
a one-on-one nurse
A committee member has asked for a review of nursing services for the
non-public schools
•
Function 2500 includes Fiscal Services and the Print Shop
• 2500-400 Purchased Property Services - is increased due to increased
volume at the print shop. This expense was offset a couple of years ago
with a reduction in staff as the print shop printer retired.
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Function 2600 includes Operations and Maintenance of Plant Services
• 2600-500 Other Services - is increased due to property insurance and
staff trainings
• 2600-600 Supplies - is increased due to software for use of facility and
work order tracking
•
Function 2700 includes Transportation Services for public and nonpublic schools
• 2700-400 Purchased Professional Services - is increased for vehicle
repairs
• 2700-600 Supplies - is decreased due to lower fuel costs
•
Function 2800 includes Central Support Services for staff, data
processing and federal programs.
• 2800-200 Benefits - is decreased due to the recoding of benefit
administration costs of Health Savings Accounts
• 2800-300 Purchased Professional Services - is increased due to recoding
of benefits administration for Health Savings Accounts and ACA reporting
requirements
•
Function 2900 includes Other Support Services including mandated
services that are provided by the Delaware County Intermediate Unit
The 2000 accounts, Support Services Budget, has an overall increase of 5.3%. The
majority of the increase is due to benefit increases. The Pennsylvania Public School
Employees’ Retirement System, PSERS, rate increased from 25.84% in 2015/2016 to
30.03% for 2016/2017. The District is mandated to make these payments.
Action: Discussion
Public Comment: Five members of the public were in attendance
The next Finance Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, March 8, 2016
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
February 5, 2016
Subject:
February 9, 2016 Operations Committee Notes
Chairperson: Harry Postles
_____________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Jaclyn Clancy, James
Cunningham, Jeffrey Koenig, Susan Nolen, William O’Donnell, Harry Postles and
Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Bill Dougherty, Grace Eves, Tom Haupert, Patti Linden and James
M. Wigo, Sr.
______________________________________________________________________
1.
Bid Results
Bid openings were held on February 3, 2016. The results are as follows:
•
•
Media Elementary School Water Drainage Mitigation
Three contractors submitted bids. John McPhillips & Sons is the lowest
bidder at $69,973. This bid is for exterior work only. Some repair work to
the interior of the building will take place after the leaks have been
stopped. The District is required to keep storm water on its property.
There were two bids for the Penncrest Women’s Locker Room and Wood
Shop HVAC replacement project. Three contractors submitted bids for the
electrical construction of the project. CMSE Electric submitted the lowest
bid at $11,835.
Nine contractors submitted bids for the HVAC
construction of the project. Tri-County Mechanical submitted the lowest
bid at $435,000.
Action: These items will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda
for a vote of the Board.
2.
Change Orders
• Five Star, Inc. MC-01
The change order is for a permit in the amount of $1,084 for the Men’s
locker room renovations at Penncrest.
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•
CAD Electric EC-01
A 4 wire system was required to be connected to conduit instead of a 3
wire system for the Men’s locker room renovations at Penncrest in the
amount of $3,039.57.
CAD Electric EC-02
The change order is for a permit for the Men’s locker room renovations at
Penncrest in the amount of $359.00.
Action: These items will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda
for a vote of the Board.
3.
Contracts
• Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates, Inc.
The contract is for floor tile abatement monitoring at Glenwood Elementary
School for a summer project to replace old VCT tile. Covering the tile with
carpet will encapsulate asbestos, but will lead to the need for future
remediation. The District has replaced old VCT with vinyl tile to eliminate
asbestos exposure in flooring.
Action: These items will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda
for a vote of the Board.
4.
Capital Project Updates
A bid/award schedule will be reviewed. Bids openings are scheduled for April 6
with an award date of April 21st and another set of bid openings for May 4, with
an award date of May 26, 2016.
Committee members have asked for a review of the lighting along Barren Road
at Penncrest High School as well as township park trails that may connect
Penncrest. Harry Postles will contact Middletown Township.
Action: Discussion
5.
Request for Qualifications/Proposal
As requested at the last Operations committee meeting, a survey was sent to
School Districts in Delaware County for architect/engineering services. The
results from 12 districts are as follows:
•
•
•
•
•
One District has an in-house facility director who is also an electrical
engineer, but works with other engineers
Four districts use Bonnett Associates
Five districts use Marotta/Main for architect services
One district uses Blackney Hayes
One district uses CM3
An RFP/Q will be prepared during May/June with interviews occurring over the
summer and an award at the September 2016 Legislative meeting. Harry
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Postles, Tracy Barusevicius and Jeff Koenig have volunteered to participate in
the interview process.
Dennis Cini will prepare an RFP/Q for roofing consultant services for roof
inspections throughout the District in March with an award in April.
Action: Discussion
6.
Sunoco Project
Representatives from Sunoco were unable to attend the meeting due to weather
conditions. Sunoco is seeking an easement to allow them to build and maintain
a road to allow access to an above ground surface site (block vault) that will be
located on an adjacent property. The pipeline does not cross the District’s
property. The District’s property will serve as an access point for equipment and
vehicles.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for
a vote of the Board upon review by the solicitor.
7.
Demographic Study
The demographic study has been postponed until March due to weather
conditions.
Action: Discussion
Public Comment: Four members of the public were present.
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, March 8, 2016
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Tom Haupert, Director of Human Resources
Date:
February 19, 2016
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – February 9, 2016
Tracy Barusevicius, Chair
Board Members in attendance: T. Barusevicius, J. Clancy, J. Cunningham, J.
Koenig, S. Nolen, W. O’Donnell, H. Postles and E. Schneider
Also in attendance: J. Wigo, G. Eves, B. Dougherty, P. Linden and Several
members of the public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting
The committee reviewed the items for the Legislative agenda for February 2016.
Mr. Koenig asked about the vacant coaching positions and when they might be
filled as the spring sports season starts in early March. The Board also asked
the administration to prepare a report about the hiring process used by the
athletic director when selecting coaches. The administration will provide that
report for the March Personnel Committee meeting.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for
a vote of the Board.
II.
Interventionist
The administration shared information regarding the position of Interventionist
which was recently posted. The District received $53,000.00 from PDE to pay for
this position. The plan is for each school to receive one interventionist who will
work 5 hours a day for 12 weeks or two interventionists who will work 5 hours a
day for 6 weeks. These positions are temporary, grant-funded, hourly positions
which will be utilized to provide remediation to students who are identified as
below basic or basic in areas of math and language arts. The administration is
currently recruiting for these people with anticipated Board approval coming
during the March meeting.
III.
Board Policy #824 – Maintaining Professional Adult/Student Boundaries
The Board of School Directors reviewed the new Policy #824 – Maintaining
Professional Adult/Student Boundaries. This policy was removed from the
January 28, 2016 Board agenda as the Rose Tree Media Education Association
(RTMEA) expressed concerns about the policy. The administration met with
RTMEA to discuss their concerns. The outcome of the meeting was that the
administration would amend the policy to reflect language that RTMEA was
comfortable with. The administration highlighted the amended language with the
Board.
Action: After reviewing the amended language the Board members directed the
administration to place the policy on the February 25, 2016 agenda for the
second reading and a vote of the Board.
IV.
Executive Session
An executive session was not held to discuss matters of personnel as the
administration did not have any items to review with the Board.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held at the Education Center on
March 8, 2016.
James M. Wigo
Superintendent of Schools
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.565.5317
www.rtmsd.org
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, PhD
Director of Pupil Services and Special Education
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
From:
Dr. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Director of Pupil Services and Special Education
Date:
February 10, 2016
Subject: February 9, 2016 Pupil Services/Special Education Committee Meeting
Chairperson: Mr. Jeffrey Koenig
Overnight Field Trips
A request for an overnight field trip has been submitted for a student in the
Penncrest Choir to participate and perform at the Upper Dublin High School from 3/173/19/16. The registration fee is 150.00 and is being paid by the District. All other costs are
being paid by the student.
Action: This item will be placed on the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board of School Directors.
A request for an overnight field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest Band and
Choir to attend the NYC Heritage Music Festival in New York, New York from 4/144/17/16. Substitute costs of $408.00 dollars are being paid by the District. Transportation,
food, and lodging costs totaling $850.00 are being paid by the students.
Action: This item will be placed on the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board of School Directors.
A request for approval of an overnight field trip has been submitted for a student
to attend the PMEA Orchestra Festival at Council Rock High School from 2/25-2/27/2016.
Substitute costs of $102.00 and a registration fee of $157.00 are being paid by the
District. This student successfully auditioned in the PMEA Region Orchestra in January.
The student will be attending the Festival prior to the February Legislative Board Meeting.
Action: The Board gave their approval for the trip. This item will be placed on the
February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for a vote of the Board of School Directors.
There has been a date change for a previously Board-approved overnight field trip
for the orchestra students to go to Chicago, IL (Board-approved on the November, 2015
Legislative meeting). The students will now be leaving on 4/16 instead of 4/17.
Action: This item will be placed on the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board of School Directors.
Contracts
A contract has been submitted by Criticare to provide nursing services to children
under the care and supervision of the RTMSD. These services consist of substitute
nursing services when necessary and direct care of students with specialized needs.
Rates of service are $55.00/hour for an RN, $45.00/hour for a LPN, $25.00/hour for a
CNA, and $22.00/hour for a PCA.
Action: This item will be placed on the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board of School Directors.
Board Policy
School Visitors Policy #907 and Administrative Regulations-second read
There was discussion about adding language that references that visitors will be expected
to follow all identification and security measures that are in place in each of the buildings.
The policy will be modified to include this language.
Action: This item will be placed on the February 25, 2016 Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board of School Directors.
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SCHOOL REPORT’S – February 25, 2016
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Glenwood Kindergarteners are really working hard on addition. We are drawing pictures
and writing equations to show how we can join two sets. Recently, the Kindergarteners
began bringing their Book Buddy Bags home to show their parents what great readers
they are becoming.
First Grade
First graders are excited about their new unit in reading workshop. The students will be
“paying attention” to their reading and reading to “know” the characters in their books.
The students will learn about characters by looking at pictures and noticing facial
expressions of characters in the book, reading “feeling” words, and noticing how a
character changes from beginning to end in a story. The first graders are also working
hard collecting, organizing and representing data in math. The students are learning to
interpret data and show data using tally charges, picture graphs, bar graphs and writing
math equations. They are finding unknown data by using information they know.
Second Grade
As we complete topics five and six in our math program, second graders have become
experts with the concept of subtraction, as well as using the algorithm for subtraction with
regrouping. In social studies, the students will buy and sell small trinkets or goodies
during our classroom marketplace simulation. The activity always provides a chance to
discuss the actions of buyers and sellers as well as the concepts of supply and demand.
Third Grade
Third graders have been busy becoming familiar with the mystery genre in reading
workshop. Working within book clubs, students read mystery novels, learn new
vocabulary, learn more about how authors build suspense, and continue to develop
critical comprehension skills. In writing workshop, students will soon begin writing
persuasive speeches and presenting them to their classmates. Later this month, third
graders will conclude their study of human body systems with a field trip to The Health
Education Center at Lankenau Hospital!
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Fourth Grade
Fourth grade is on the move with reading! This month we are starting our reading
groups. Each group is reading a historical fiction novel, and practice using reading
strategies that improve their comprehension. Some of these strategies include using
conversation starters, in which readers are prompted to learn and explore new concepts
through inquiry. Students are also building on their social skills, and how to work in small
groups towards common goals.
Fifth Grade
As we move into February, in Writer’s Workshop, the fifth grade continues to take a look
at the writing of persuasive essays. In Reader’s Workshop, Glenwood’s 5th graders
continue to look at the reading of the genres of fantasy and historical fiction. Mr. Dieter
and Mr. Keeler have their classes looking at great works of fantasy. Ms. Pinsley and Ms.
Astfalk have their classes delving into the reading of historical fiction. In social studies, the
5th grade is looking at the development of the thirteen original English colonies. In
science, the 5th grade continues to use the scientific method in our study of weather; in
particular, students are looking at the causal forces behind hurricanes and tornadoes. In
math, Ms. Pinsley’s, Mr. Dieter’s and Ms. Astfalk’s classes are now finishing up work on
Topic 7 of the new Envision Math program, which deals with developing strategies for
adding and subtracting fractions. These three teachers will then turn their attention to
Topic 8, which deals with how students can apply their understanding of multiplication to
multiplying fractions.
Art Class with Mr. Sharp
First graders are continuing their investigation of traditional subject matter in art. So far
we have learned about landscape and still life. Currently, students are creating a selfportrait using line and shape showing the correct proportion and placement of our facial
features. We will use tissue paper and water to create and abstract color pattern over top
of our portraits.
Second graders are creating African Masks with an Adinkra Symbol stamped
background. First, we learned about symmetry and we drew a mask using line, shape,
and symmetry. We colored in our mask using a crayon resist with watercolor technique.
We then learned what a symbol is as well by stamping Adinkra symbol stamps from
Ghana on to paper for a background.
Third graders traveled to the Renaissance time period to learn about Leonardo da Vinci,
proportion, and perspective. Students learned about facial proportions and how to draw
hands as we draw a modern day version of Mona Lisa by placing her in a contemporary
setting.
Fourth graders investigated movement in art by drawing a figure that shows movement –
sports or dance. We started out by drawing quick gesture drawings. We then drew a
finished and more detailed figure showing movement that we colored in using oil pastel
for the figure and watercolors and saran wrap to create an interesting textured
background.
Fifth graders created a circular weaving on old cds. Students learned about weaving by
learning about the warp and weft strings in a weaving. We created our warp using string
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that we wrapped from the inside to the outer edge of the cds. We then selected a color
scheme to use for the weft strings to create the weaving to fill in with. While creating the
weaving, students concurrently learned about form to create a pinch pot animal in clay.
Students selected an animal and we learned how to create a pinch pot to use for the body
of the animal. We then created legs, feet, wings, and other parts out of clay that we
attached to the pinch pot to create an animal. We added texture and details and glazed
the animal as well.
Physical Education
The third, fourth and fifth grade students have been using circuit training to address their
fitness goals. The ten-minute circuit emphasizes upper body strength, core toning,
agility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. They have also enjoyed a selection of net
games that have served as a skills progression towards volleyball. Multiple small games
allowed for maximum participation with all students taking part in strategy and game
management.
The first and second grade students have been jumping ropes, as well as learning to tie
both the ropes and their own shoelaces. We have also begun a "gymnastics" unit that
consists mainly of self-testing tasks and mat games. The students will be assessing their
strength, balance, and flexibility with a series of "Can you?" activities that are both
challenging and fun.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Our Geography Bee was held the end of January and
the competition went into the tenth round to determine a
winner. Ethan S. answered his question correctly at the
beginning of the round to put the pressure on the
remaining contestants, Belen S. and Andrew M. When
they were not successful in answering their question,
Ethan was named the 2016 Geography Bee winner.
Andrew M.
Ethan S. Belen S.
Special recognition goes to Belen S. on her second
place finish and Andrew M. on his third place finish.
Ethan went on to take the entry exam for the state Geography Bee competition. We
should know some time in March if he will be moving on.
Message from our Principal, John Reid
Many of our parents attended an informational math night presentation. Parents were
given the opportunity to see a day in the life of our students with the new math program.
Many great conversations were had about the Envision program. Students from Indian
Lane and Rose Tree Elementary Schools participated in the fourth grade beginner strings
concert. Mr. Walls had these young musicians sounding great. Our fourth grade students
participated in the Black History Month Poster Contest. Teachers judged the student
artwork and a winner will be determined. All the students did a great job.
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Kindergarten
The students met Mr. N, Miss O, and Mr. J letters and the sounds associated with them.
They have been having fun reading popcorn words and nonsense words on the Smart
Board. Students are now writing multiple sentences, putting spaces between words,
starting sentences with an uppercase letter, and completing a sentence with a period. In
math, the students continued addition by learning how to group sets together. They are
now writing equations and finding the sums. The children learned how to listen to word
problems and solve the problems by drawing pictures and writing equations. They also
worked with manipulatives to create different story problems for their classmates. They
learned what subtraction is and started some simple subtraction problems.
First Grade
In writing, students picked their favorite restaurant and wrote a review about it. It was
very interesting to see what the students like and dislike about local restaurants. They
had to give three reasons and a conclusion. Students even rated their restaurants and
persuaded their readers to give it a try! In math, the children are really enjoying taking
surveys, collecting and organizing data and lastly, analyzing the data. They have
practiced answering questions about data charts and graphs and learned how to come up
with true statements about the data. This type of higher order thinking really shows their
understanding of the data. In reading, students are thinking about and understanding
what is read. Retelling helps readers recall what is happening in the story, develop a
sense of story structure, and become more accurate in monitoring their understanding.
Students were introduced to a retelling ribbon. The retelling ribbon is both a visual
reminder and a kinesthetic action. It helps the kids focus to remember the story and the
important parts needed in the retelling.
Second Grade
In Math, students continued with subtraction. Specifically, with the Compensation
strategy, solving two-step problems and critiquing their reasoning. In Writing Workshop,
students continue to practice persuasive writing and writing letters about books we have
read. The children are being encouraged to include more than one opinion within the
same letter and to support each opinion properly with evidence from the text. Our hopes
are that we can convince our friends to read some of our favorite books! In Reading
Workshop, students completed and assessed characters. In Social Studies, we returned
to our unit on landforms. We also wrote our own dreams for a better world, as inspired by
Dr. Martin Luther King. The highlight, of course, was our field trip to the Arden Theater!
After performing their own readers’ theater, it was motivating to see professional actors
and actresses at work. In math, students focused on double-digit subtraction strategies,
two-step problems and critiquing others’ work. Students are practicing the algorithm for
completing double-digit subtraction, both with and without regrouping. In science, we
integrated our Solids and Liquids unit with our writing unit, Writing Lab Reports. We
addressed the question, what is matter? Students discovered the properties of solids,
liquids and gases by conducting experiments and recording their findings.
Third Grade
Students are practicing “having a voice” in class by attending public meetings, holding
peaceful demonstrations and voting on whether our hypothetical town should install a
pool or a playground. In Reading, students sought out suspicious suspects and details,
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discussed red flags and alarm bells in reading, and focused on motivations of characters.
They are working on understanding how recurring characters often play a specific role in
a mystery. In Writing, student’s persuasive essay drafts are shaping up. They are
continuing to develop evidence to support their thesis statements, editing their work as
they go, and interviewing others to enhance evidence. The students focused on providing
evidence that stirs emotion in the reader. They worked on including strong transition
words in their paragraphs. In Math, students learned to read and interpret data from
picture graphs and bar graphs, create graphs, and solve word problems related to these
graphs Students then learned to estimate sums and differences by rounding to the
nearest hundred or ten, they also learned about compatible numbers. In Science, they
completed the Human Body unit. In Social Studies, students researched the lives and
contributions of famous African Americans in small groups. Each group then became an
expert on their famous person and taught the class about him/her.
Fourth Grade
Fourth graders are delving into their historical fiction book clubs. They have been putting
themselves in the character’s shoes to realize that characters are shaped by the times in
which they lived. In book clubs, the students focused on backing their discussions up with
citing evidence from the text, and growing their ideas through meaningful conversations.
Fourth graders are completing their science unit of Motion and Design, vocabulary has
expanded to include terms such as: air resistance, drag, thrust, kinetic energy, force,
potential energy, technical drawings, and front, top, and side views. They learned
concepts such as force, friction, air resistance, potential/kinetic energy, etc. In writer’s
workshop, they have been writing essays, both personal and persuasive. Students have
been going through the process of selecting topics, understanding the structure, and
learning about the types of transition words, which can be used in writing essays. The
students finished up their travel through the southeast region of the United States. They
integrated Black History, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the history of the southeast
region. Through this study, students are developing a deeper appreciation for the issues
facing our country with civil rights. The students learned about being healthy and keeping
our hearts healthy.
Fifth Grade
In Reading, students worked on their second round of historical fiction book clubs. In
their clubs, they focused on accountable talk and maintaining meaningful book club
conversations. In Writing, they continued research on their argument-based research
essay. Students developed thesis statements, boxes and bullets, and supporting details
using research to bolster their arguments. In writing workshop students began working
on poetry and figurative language. The students learned about the different attributes of
poetry and figurative language. In AMP, students worked on ratios and rates. In Pearson
Envisions, they continued with dividing decimals and looking for patterns to help with
decimal division. Other math classes wrapped up division of decimals. In Reader’s
Workshop, students wrapped up Historical Fiction book groups. Students worked
together to discuss their theories on characters, compare and contrast themes among
books and categorized their historical learning. They focused on social issues in Reading
Workshop. They are using Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli to highlight this unit. They
celebrated Valentine’s Day with heart healthy celebrations focusing on healthy foods.
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Art
First graders continued to use chalk pastel on their still life work. Second graders finished
their patterns on their Mola work celebrating South American art. Third graders rendered
a knight drawing in honor of the Middle Ages, backing their knight images with paper
stained glass. Fourth graders studied motion, and used origami paper to simulate Amish
quilts. Fifth graders used chalk and gesso on their Jim Dine drawings, and formed flower
pots from clay. The art department now has a display case in the conference room!
Currently the work of third grade is featured. The goal is to have work highlighted by each
grade level every few months. We are organizing pieces for the art show.
Gym
First and second grade finished their unit on deck rings; they also had a fun day with
scooter relays! Third through fifth grade continued basketball and skill activities and then
moved on to gymnastics! Students are working on different types of rolls such as;
butterfly, log, egg, left/right shoulder and forward/backward.
Library
All students explored award winning books in library class. Fourth grade also worked on
posters for the NAACP Black History Month Poster Contest. Kindergarten and first grade
enjoyed Officer Buckle and Gloria by Peggy Rathman, the 1996 Caldecott Medal winner.
Second grade learned about different series and chose series that some may read for
Reading Workshop. Third grade wrote and shared 15-minute mysteries using evidence
and clues provided by Mrs. Hatton. Fifth grade researched John Newbery and worked in
pairs to create a word search or crossword puzzle.
Music
First – theme was snow…..snow songs, games and an excellent DVD entitled, “The
Snowman” by Raymond Briggs. Students learned to read quarter note, eighth note and
quarter rest rhythms! Students learned how to read a score by being part of a rhythm
band. Second – Second graders discovered the characteristics of rap music with a song
about Martin Luther King, Jr. “All Around the Brickyard” – a song with many, many,
verses, but so much fun to sing! We enjoyed the music of John Williams, Indian Lane’s
composer of the month. Third – The first “belt” for Recorder Karate was earned this week.
Now it’s time to work on playing an “A.” Third graders learned two hand clapping partner
songs. We’re enjoying the music of John Williams, Indian Lane’s composer of the month.
Fourth – Students worked hard on their concert songs for their “Celebration of Music”
concert. Learning about ostinatos is fun with “Dum, Dum Da Dah.” Fifth - Students
learned how to stage a tableau to illustrate plot conflict and resolution. Si-thi hu ‘ngo-nyama (We hail the coming of the lion) as fifth graders sing the “Circle of Life.” During the
Lion King experience students took turns being leaders in their “pride.” They explored
character development using body, voice and imagination!
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten Mathematicians
February is quite a busy month for Kindergarten. We celebrated Valentine’s Day, President’s
Day, as well as our much-anticipated 100th Day of Kindergarten! We had many different activities
dealing with counting to 100, including participating in 100 exercises. These exercises tied into
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the district’s health and wellness policy and helped us celebrate February’s Heart Healthy month!
We thank our supportive parents who volunteered their time to make this day happen!
First Grade Readers, Writers, and Mathematicians
First grade students recently began a new writing unit. They used their writing to persuade their
readers to agree with their opinion about their favorite books, movies, restaurants, and games.
As a culminating activity, students will create a final copy that will be published and shared with
the class. In math class, students explored concepts of data analysis involving up to three
categories of data. They collected, organized, represented, and interpreted data. Students also
enjoyed using survey information to create tally charts and picture graphs. First grade students
recently celebrated the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We read books
about Dr. King and completed various activities that highlighted his many contributions to our
country and the world.
Second Grade Scientists and Mathematicians
February has been a busy month for the second graders! We celebrated Valentine’s Day with a
pizza party and a change to spend time with our peers. We continued learning about Economics
and the differences between wants and needs. As part of this unit, the students earned class
money to purchase items at the stores they will create in March. They are learning the
importance of budgeting so that they can pay for the bills or fines that come their way. In Writing
Workshop, the students are very excited to learn how to write poems. We are looking forward to
sharing the poems that we write!
Third Grade Reading Detectives
Third grade students are “hot on the trail” at Media Elementary! They have been working on a
mystery reading unit that has them serving as detectives. In this role, they are examining and
citing clues, determining incriminating evidence, and drawing conclusions based. The students
studied the criminals’ actions and words and made inferences about their motives. Look out CSI –
Media 3rd graders are coming!
Fourth Grade Scientists
Fourth grade students are preparing for the upcoming Science Exhibit by choosing a topic and
preparing an experiment with a control and experimental variable that they will document and
share in March. They are also preparing for Student-led Conferences by examining their second
marking period work and putting together a portfolio of work artifacts that demonstrates their
progress in all subjects for the marking period. Students will rehearse their conference with
teachers and peers before meeting with their parents in early March.
Fifth Grade Researchers
Recently the fifth grade students completed a reading inquiry project in accordance with the Core
Units of Study. As a celebration, students visited first and third grade classrooms where they
taught the students about their topics. As a cross-curricular extension, students will now extend
their research and complete the necessary steps to craft a written research paper. We will
celebrate with a Research Fair later this spring.
Art is Alive and Well
Fifth Grade: Students in fifth grade discussed the reasons why artists create artwork and looked
at examples of functional art. Students made pinch pots in the form of animals after starting with
practice sketches. They used a variety of hand-building techniques and problem solving skills to
work with clay to recreate the texture and form of the animal. Each piece was fired in a kiln and
painted with a variety of glazes. Fourth Grade: Students in fourth grade learned about the
Pennsylvania Germans and their folk art as they continued their study of American art. Inspired by
PA German quilt patterns, each student made a quilt relief from paper using Origami techniques
and learned about radial and bilateral symmetry. Second Grade: Students in second grade
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observed Japanese landscapes and looked at examples of kimonos. Inspired by Japanese
artwork, students painted landscapes and created a person wearing a patterned kimono. By the
end of the lesson, second-graders learned about organic and geometric shapes while
appreciating art from another part of the world. First Grade: First graders learned about the
subject matter of still life. They created a still life of fruit in a bowl while developing fundamental
skills involving painting, cutting, gluing, and drawing.
Library News
Author Lincoln Peirce, visited Media Elementary. Peirce is the creator of the comic strip Big Nate,
which debuted in 1991 and appears in 300 newspapers in the US, and online daily at GoComics
and Poptropica. He has also written several animated shorts for the Cartoon Network and
Nickelodeon. In addition to the Big Nate comic strip, Peirce is the author and illustrator of the
New York Times bestselling Big Nate novel series. His Big Nate books have been featured on
Good Morning America and in the Boston Globe, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, and The
Washington Post.
Media students, in grades three-five, got a chance to meet Lincoln Peirce, learn how he creates
his stories, and how he became a cartoonist. He signed copies of his books, including his
newest, Big Nate Blasts Off, which was released on the day of his visit to MES!
Music
The morning Hand Chime Club recently began rehearsal. This group is comprised of fourth and
fifth graders who love music and who do not mind an extra early wake-up to be at the 8:00 AM
rehearsal. Our third grade recorder program is off and running! The students spent the fall
months practicing their music decoding skills in preparation for starting on this classroom
instrument. We are building mind/body connections with our first notes, B and A. Within a few
months all will have mastered five notes and will be able to play many songs proficiently. Every
third grader is given a recorder and a book to use at school and at home. We have special blog
set up so third graders across the district can share their recorder experiences.
Physical Education
Students explored and worked on skill development with different equipment to build hand-eye
coordination, and they learned the concepts of jumping in a rhythmic manner with proper timing.
Students played a series of net games, including volleyball, and learned the fundamental skills
and the appropriate sport etiquette for those activities. Additionally, students synthesized
strategies and worked collaboratively in team activities focusing on teamwork through the use of
the Omnikin-ball. Throughout the activities, the emphasis was on fair play and sportsmanship.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
February is always an exciting month for Kindergarteners at Rose Tree Elementary.
During the month of February, students celebrated Valentine’s Day by exploring different
ways to be a great friend. They did this by playing games that require teamwork and
talked about how they could apply these team building skills to real life. The students also
celebrated the 100th Day of School with an activity-packed day. A host of parents came
in to help out and make the day a very successful one for students. A great time was had
by all.
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First Grade
First grade students have enjoyed the month of February. They celebrated their 100th
day of school in style! The children dressed up as a centenarian- 100 years plus! They
also created posters with 100 items and some wore t-shirts with 100 things on them! It
was a great celebration! The students also continued their Animals in Winter Science
Unit and had snowball fights with their Project Read words. First grade always finds fun
ways to learn new things!
Second Grade
Second graders at Rose Tree celebrated their 100th day in a very special way - "100
Cans for 100 Days"! The students set a goal of collecting at least 100 canned goods
during the week of their 100th day of school. Small groups of students took turns counting
the cans, recording the data, graphing the results and calculating how many cans were
still needed to reach the goal. The students were then responsible for presenting a
detailed update to their home rooms. The canned goods were donated to a local food
pantry which helps needy families in our area.
Third Grade
Third grade students enjoyed reading mysteries this month. This is one of their favorite
reading units. The third grade detectives were busy learning to read closely in order to
identify clues, suspects, and evidence. The students have also learned not to be fooled
by the "red herrings" the author may have included in the story! In writing, the students
wrote literary essays and narrative pieces. Students have responded to writing prompts
as well to show off the skills learned earlier this year. Our focus in math is shifting from
multiplication and division to the concept of fractions. Students learned about systems of
the human body and later this year will enjoy a trip to Lankenau Hospital.
Fourth Grade
Fourth grade students at Rose Tree have just began the study of Ecosystems in science.
During the unit, students will use 2-liter bottles to create an eco-tower. The top portion of
the tower will be a living terrarium, complete with plants, pill-bugs, and crickets. The
bottom portion of the tower will be a living aquarium, complete with plants, mosquito fish,
and pond snails. After constructing the towers, growing plants, and adding the live
organisms, students will observe and record observations of their towers. The towers
enhance the study of ecosystems, and how living and non-living things interact within
these environments.
Fifth Grade
History came alive for the fifth graders at Rose Tree Elementary, when Revolutionary War
hero, Ned Hector, burst into the cafeteria and proceeded to enthrall the students with a
high-energy presentation. The students learned, through stories and historical artifacts,
what it meant to be a free black man fighting in the War for Independence. The students
were not only captivated by Ned’s interactive dialogue with them, but with his uniform and
weaponry as well. The students especially enjoyed participating in cannon- firing
simulation activities. After the presentation, students remarked that they really enjoyed
the experience, and had a better appreciation for the service given by all soldiers to
protect our nation’s freedoms.
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Library
Students in grades Kindergarten through fifth grade participated in library lessons
regarding black history during February. Students in third through fifth grade also
demonstrated the ability to locate fiction titles using subject topics in the Destiny Catalog
and locating those books on the library shelf. Students in grades Kindergarten through
second grade were able to compare and contrast fiction and non-fiction books.
Physical Education
During the month of February, all grades focused on basketball skills. The main focus
was on skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. The students also learned and
practiced strategies for offense and defense. Each grade performed these skills during a
variety of activities and games.
Academically Gifted Program
Third grade AGP students are in the process of planning out and creating a scale model
of the solar system. Fourth grade AGP students are investing how the laws of motion
apply to real life situations. Fifth grade AGP students are currently working through our
Architecture Unit of Study. The students are in the process designing their own Google
Sites.
Art
Though it’s been cold outside, the art room has been a place of warm activity. Last week
Rose Tree Elementary had the honor of hosting Art Goes to School. This group of
community members and parents visited each class at Rose Tree and brought with them
a mini art gallery. The students were enthralled with the varied works that were
masterfully introduced. Throughout February, classes will continue to refer back to these
artworks and connect them to curriculum. The fifth grade students are soon to explore the
functional work of weaving. Artwork from many cultures will be examined for their process
and artistry. Then students will be creating a circle weaving. Fourth grade is currently
creating a Pennsylvania landscape. Students have studied Pennsylvania geography
alongside of Pennsylvanian landscape artists to create their own masterpieces. Third
grade is finishing up their Medieval armor. Students have learned about everyday life and
the job of the knight. Their repousse pieces resemble knights with a stained glass
background. Second grade has spent much of January learning about Japan. In February
students began to examine masks from Africa. They will then create a painting of a mask
of their own design. First grade is in the middle of a portrait project. Students are learning
how to draw parts of a portrait. They are then going to examine Cubist portraits and look
for real features. Students are going to scramble their features and ultimately create
colorful Cubist portraits.
Music
In the general music classroom, Mr. Sikorski and the students continue to build upon a
strong musical foundation aided by the positive school-wide behavior plan. First grade
students discovered and identified what pitch is utilizing the use of iPad applications, the
instruments, characters, and life of Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev and his
composition “Peter and the Wolf,” and continued rhythmic development. Students in
second grade began work on continued rhythm reading and the application of mallet
instruments. Third grade students continue to work on the fundamentals of reading music
with the aide of beginning recorder. The students in both second and third grade sang
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and performed a new patriotic song each month and answer active listening questions
about the themes discussed in the lyrics. The students in both fourth and fifth grade
continue to work in the next additions of their recorder books. Fourth grade students have
begun work on a “Day in the Life” concert to be performed in March in honor of National
Music in Schools Month. The concert pieces are a reflection of the many facets of a fourth
grade music student. Fifth grade students learned about composer John Williams and
numerous acclaimed works, especially his “Olympic Fanfare.” The students learned how
to perform a version of it on recorder. The piece combines higher-level rhythmic concepts
with advanced instrumental performance while running parallel to current events. Mr.
Sikorski has begun Rose Tree’s Chorus Theater Club, which involves about 40 students.
They will be performing Willy Wonka in this spring. Students are involved in every aspect
of the performance from stage crew to lead cast. The Guitar Club has also begun and
students will begin performing music for the spring concert. Submitted David Sikorski
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
The following February Students of the Month were honored at a breakfast with their
teachers and parents/guardians: Team 6-1: Patrick Ng and Amelie Lebourgeois; Team 62: Helen Li and Michael San Antonio; Team 6-3: Madelon Andersen and Anthony
D'Ambrosio; Team 7-1: Victoria Vallone and Jonah Loeper; Team 7-2: Ryan Schmidt and
Emma Szwajkowski; Team 7-3: Meg Honjo and Matthew Coulter; Team 8-1: Woosung
Jung and Emily Tang; Team 8-2: Madalene Flebbe and Jason Abahazy; Team 8-3: Erin
Ryan and Zachary Carroll.
Art
On display at this year's Pennsylvania Education Youth Art Month Exhibition in Harrisburg
from February through April are the following students: sixth grader Bea Cressler, seventh
grader Megan Murphy and eighth grader Alexis Laliberte. Ms. Sycz’ grade eight students
are continuing a painting project inspired by the illuminated manuscripts of the Middle
Ages. Students have completed the final large drawing that incorporates text and images.
Now that the students have reviewed color theory, students have begun the process of
apply tempera paint to the final drawing. Grade seven students have completed sculpting
a miniature clay study of the animal. They will be sculpting this animal using a large
hollow egg form that they made from clay. Grade six students are finishing coloring a
drawing of a bird using watercolor pencils to enhance the appearance and add
information about the setting.
Congratulations to eighth graders, Holly Werner, Rachel Colameco and Maura Morris
who will have paintings on display at this year’s Pennsylvania' Art Education's Youth Art
Month Exhibition in Harrisburg February through April.
Mrs. Going’s Eighth Graders have begun their figure study and sculpture unit. Students
watched a You-Tube video walking them through Saint Peters Cathedral in Rome and
ending at Pieta, by Master Sculpture, Michelangelo. The narrators led students through
their observations and thoughts about this Renaissance masterpiece! Students then
continued with a round table discussion about the time period, art created during that time
and most importantly the meanings behind the sculpture. We will return to this sculpture
at the end of the unit as well. All classes have now begun their own figure study, selecting
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a subject of their choice working with clay and problem solving such issues as proportion,
slab construction of a cone as the base, developing arms, legs, clothing, and more.
Seventh grades have completed construction of their ceramic fish and original
environments. Students move to learning the proper use of Glaze as a material to add
color to their ceramic fish sculptures. They have begun to draw unique and personal
design and select their color scheme for the sculptures. Students have also completed a
written assessment of their projects for the construction portion of the assignment. They
were asked to describe problems with construction and how they solved and worked
through any "road blocks!" Sixth grades are immersed in paper mache! Students have
constructed Bas Relief sculptures based on their study of the Aztec civilization and their
beliefs that the sun controlled many aspects of their lives. Students have constructed
faces with expression out of cardboard and have now moved to making the sculptures
permanent. Next comes color! Using pastel as a medium to draw portraits is giving Mrs.
Prior’s sixth grade students the opportunity to try another drawing material besides pencil.
Students have been able to observe videos of portrait artists at work to see how pastels
are blended to create color, light and shade on the form of the face. Students have been
challenged to utilize their recently learned knowledge of proportions while drawing the
features of the face. Seventh grade students are acting as graphic designers. They are
implementing problem-solving skills by creating a motif that has letters that have to touch
all four sides of a square. They are exploring balance and pattern by repeating the motif
four times with a slide, flip or mirror image, or a rotation. The results are exciting because
each student’s design is unique. Eighth graders’ illuminations have reached the painting
stage. Background illustrations are coming to life as students use their painting skills and
knowledge of color theory to paint their images. As students complete their paintings, they
are transferring their lettering. A variety of traditional and contemporary styles have been
chosen and crafted for their quotes.
Congratulations to eighth graders, David Cage, Julia Iannucci, and Yu Pan whose
perspective scenes of The Rothman Institute, State Street, and Longwood Gardens will
be on display at this year’s Pennsylvania Art Education's Youth Art Month Exhibition in
Harrisburg from February through April.
Guidance
Eighth graders had their first glimpse of next year during February. Penncrest
administration and teachers visited Springton Lake to share an overview of the course
selection process, choice of electives, and athletics at the high school. Students then met
with Ms. Howe to choose their courses for their freshman year. Student registered for
courses online in the MAC lab. Students in all three grades talked about their
impressions of the social media assembly in their CE classes. Good discussions focused
on “Public and Permanent” and what that means to them. A follow up discussion about
decision making will also reinforce the message.
Language Arts
In sixth grade language arts classrooms, we continued our reading unit with the study of
Characters through Key Details. We used excerpts from mentor texts to help students
recognize character details. Students noticed a character’s feelings, actions, inner
thinking, and speaking to learn about their pressures and supports and their perspectives
and motivations. We discussed how characters change, learn lessons and ultimately
teach us lessons. At each step along the character discussion, students took the
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classroom discussions and applied it to their own independent reading books and
analyzed those characters as well. Thanks to the new carts of partner reading books, our
students have delved into vibrant new partner reading selections available right in our
classrooms! Across all our classes, entries for the Delaware County Young Author’s
Project competition were completed and submitted. We continued to work on Study
Island weekly, selecting skill topics that support other learning in the classroom. We
continued weekly study of literary terms and added to this the study of specific
Greek/Latin root words, along with prefixes and suffixes. Our goal is to expand student
word recognition skills. It is also Spelling Bee time again! Each LA teacher conducted
spelling bee competitions is our classrooms and two students from each teacher
progressed to the school-wide spelling bee.
During the month of February, the seventh grade language arts students completed
dystopian/fantasy literature circle groups. During scheduled meetings, the groups
discussed, analyzed, and evaluated what they read. The discussions focused on
analyzing characters, theme, symbolism, conflict, setting, figurative language, mood, and
tone. The ELA classes also created A to Z e-books, newspapers, and blogs as
culminating group projects.
Students in eighth grade language arts are currently in their historic fiction unit. Within the
unit students researched historic time periods, reflected on the events, analyzed how
historic events impact and shape literary characters, and discussed their reading with
their peers. The unit was student focused, and students drove their own discussions
within a book club setting. Students were assessed based on the post-its they completed
while reading, and their book club discussions. The unit culminated in a final paper.
Library
February finds us in full preparation mode for visiting author Wendy Mass. Ms. Mass has
published eighteen children’s and young adult novels and has been a New York Times
bestselling author. Her novels have been translated into sixteen languages, and she has
been nominated for 76 state book awards. Writing primarily realistic fiction, with a touch of
fantasy, Mass appeals to middle school students, male and female alike. Says author
Lauren Myracle of the book Leap Day, “I love this book so much! Wendy Mass gives us a
backstage pass to her characters’ inner workings, reminding us that we’re all connected
in wild and wonderful ways.” Of the book, Heaven Looks a Lot Like the Mall, School
Library Journal states, and “Funny, thought-provoking, and at times heartbreaking, this
story will entertain and inspire readers.” Of Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life,
Publisher’s Weekly proclaims, “A soulful novel . . . one not to miss.” Everyone is eagerly
awaiting Ms. Mass’s visit, which is scheduled for the end of February. In other news, work
continues on Reading Olympics preparation, as well as gearing up for Read Across
America, which on March 2nd, will be upon us in no time.
Math
Our geometry students completed their mid-term exams at the end of January. They are
starting the second semester in Chapter 7--Right Triangles. The first three sections of
Ch. 7 are review of concepts that were introduced in Algebra I--the Pythagorean
Theorem. As we move on, chapter 7 introduces the kids to trigonometric ratios and
relationships between the sides and angles of right triangles. This chapter will be their
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first taste of Trigonometry. They will finally meet “SohCahToa”--let them explain “who”
this is after we finish the chapter:)
Algebra 1 students have learned all about functions and how to apply these concepts to
graphs, tables, and patterns. Next students will start to discover how to work with radicals
and exponents in the upcoming weeks. Also, they have received Keystone review
packets and have begun to work on them in and out of class. Our Keystone open
classroom nights will start this month as well. Students will have the opportunity to get
extra practice two nights a month working with other students as well as our Algebra
teachers!
The seventh grade math students have worked to master solving equations and
inequalities, so now they have moved on to working with ratios and proportions. Applying
the previously learned algebraic skills to solve proportions is a great indicator of how the
Big Ideas math units are designed for learning these skills in a relevant manner, and
these skills will carry into future math classes, like Algebra I. Seventh grade students also
continue to solve weekly skill sheets, addressing skills in a spiral fashion (operations with
fractions, decimals, and integers) that are a review from previously learned material.
The fifth unit from our Big Ideas textbook was on equations and inequalities. To introduce
solving one step equations, students modeled solving equations with a balance. Sixth
grade students enjoyed using manipulatives, websites and pictures to build their
understanding of solving equations. Students also explored writing and graphing
inequalities on a number line. Students made connections between solving equations and
inequalities.
Science
Sixth grade science students continued the study of Genetics and Heredity. Students
learned about inherited traits and genetic disorders. Students learned how to identify
genetic disorders using karyotyping and used pedigrees to trace how genetic disorders
are inherited in families. Students completed a case study in which they had to complete
a pedigree and identify genotypes and phenotypes of three generations of a family.
The seventh grade science department tackled the work of Robert Hooke and his work on
elasticity. Hooke, a rival of Sir Isaac Newton, established the relationship between stress
and strain, of elastic materials, in his famous formula: K constant = Δ F (change in Force
in Newtons)/ Δ L (change in Length in meters). This ratio is the basis of all spring scales
used around the world. We employed a Pretest / Posttest format to determine academic
growth through this unit. PSSA type questions were asked in preparation for the PSSA
science test given in eighth grade. This way the students started to become familiar with
the questioning process.
Eighth grade science began a new unit on Geology. Students learned about plate
tectonics and plate boundaries in order to discover how the continents formed. Students
used this knowledge to identify the Earth’s layers as well as the transfer of energy inside
the Earth that affects its surface. Students also investigated the rock cycle and types of
rocks in order to complete an interesting identification project.
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Social Studies
Sixth grade students have studied East Asian geography and created Google Slides
presentations about the effects of major physical features on the lives of people in East
Asia. During the study of geography, the students learned about Mount Everest and the
effects of high altitude on the human body. In addition, students have read an article and
written a five-paragraph informational essay. In particular, the students focused on citing
text evidence, using quotes from reading passages, and the explanation of the text
evidence.
Seventh grade students have used primary sources to explore Lewis and Clark's
expedition. In addition, students have used multiple intelligences to demonstrate
knowledge of the excursion and how it has impacted modern Americans. Higher-order
thinking has been achieved through methods such as: creative writing, questioning
techniques, map making, and the creation of illustrations based on historical research
gathered by the students. Teachers have incorporated valuable Core Extension themes
into their lessons throughout this unit such as creating a works cited page, and using
reliable websites.
Eighth grade students have learned about ancient Greece. They have explored and
analyzed Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations, which led to the rise of classical Greece.
Athens and Sparta were compared and contrasted as two of the most powerful city-states
in Greece. Students worked on writing a five-paragraph informational essay on the four
different types of government in Greece: monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, and democracy.
Special Education
In Mrs. Perilli's sixth grade language arts class, students participate in the Read 180
program. The program is implemented within two class periods. The program consists of
individualized computer-based instruction, small group instruction, large group instruction
and independent reading. The students practice decoding, encoding, vocabulary, and
reading comprehension skills. This month the class celebrated all of the students in the
class making progress on the Scholastic Reading Inventory. Combined the students
increased their lexile scores by 816 points. Students are also doing an amazing job
completing their independent reading. Over the half of the students have read 1,000
pages or more. They are currently completing a Read 180 workshop on immigration.
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Professional Development
Penncrest High School teachers spent the day engaged in activities focused on the
development of a Professional Learning Community. Teachers read and discussed a
variety of professional articles, evaluated the current culture of the school as it relates to a
Professional Learning Community, and took time to work on state-mandated SLO’s
(Student Learning Objectives) and district-required Options. It was an extremely
productive day with the focus on student learning and continuous improvement.
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SLMS-PHS Transition
Two programs were held in February in a collaborative effort to best prepare our 8th grade
students for the transition to Penncrest High School. A team of students, teachers,
administrators and our transition counselor, Mrs. Graham, visited Springton Lake for a
program to help eighth grade students better understand the courses offered at Penncrest
High School and the course selection process. Students rotated to see presentations
from teachers of every content area and then ended the day with a presentation by Mrs.
Graham. Mrs. Graham educated the students on the process of course selection that will
be taking place over the next few weeks.
Course Selection Night was held for both parents and students. The program was
another forum for parents and students to gain a better understanding of the course
selection process.
Mrs. Sweeney facilitated the evening with presentations by
department coordinators and our transition counselor, Mrs. Graham. All departments
were represented in the cafeteria for an open question and answer session for all.
PSAT Results
All tenth and eleventh grade students received their 2015 PSAT Test results and test
books this month. Students also attended informational assemblies hosted by the
guidance department to help them better understand their test results and to plan ahead
for their upcoming testing season. Parents and students can go to the Guidance webpage
to view a short video outlining the new PSAT score results.
Public and Permanent: Promote Responsible Use of Technology and Prevent Digital
Abuse
Richard Guerry, author of multiple cyber safety and citizenship books and featured
speaker at numerous national and international conferences, spoke to Penncrest students
about a variety of relevant topics of the use of technology. This multi-award winning
program provided greater awareness of negative, irresponsible, and malicious digital
behaviors and trends and the method to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of cybercrime, cyber bullying, and digital exploitation.
Pep Rally with the Philadelphia Eagles
The bleachers were packed with each class easily identified by the color of their shirts.
Teams and student-athletes were recognized for their accomplishments, inter-class
competitions took place, the Lion’s Cheer extravaganza was the best yet, and the
representatives from the Philadelphia Eagles, including two cheerleaders, Swoop, PR
representatives and tight end Trey Burton also joined in. The Eagles were here to
publicly recognize Science teacher, David Miller, for being named the Philadelphia Eagles
All-Pro Teacher of the Year and to present the school with a $10,000.00 check.
Penncrest students, once again, represented the entire community in an unbelievable
fashion!
Math Department
Calculus classes gathered data using timers, texting, multiple road signs, and 1/2 filled
water bottles to determine the amount of time and the distance that kids drive while
texting. First, students took a survey to determine who reads texts/replies to texts while
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driving. Those who responded with a yes also wrote a speed that they were driving when
this occurred. We found 78% of drivers did so and then used two students at a time for
each experiment - one who drove without texting/one who texted while driving. Another
student texted the driver with predetermined questions, the driver had to read and
respond, while keeping his hand on a water bottle steering wheel - water had to stay
balanced. Timer had to record amount of time eyes were off the road. Another student
approached both drivers with 5-6 road signs. Students determined that our drivers who
were not texting saw most of the road signs. The drivers who were texting saw very few
road signs and traveled distances like 1,2 3, football fields without looking up at the road
(d=rt). The kids couldn't believe it - then students looked at facts from Dept. of Highway
and Safety about texting while driving. Select AP Calculus students participated in the
5th AMSA (American Mathematics Scholastic Association) Contest after school. This is
an international contest.
Science Department
Physics midterms were administered via WebAssign again this year, and were very
successful. We believe we are still the first paperless examination. We expect to do the
same with the final examination also.
The Physics Olympics team is in first place by 115 points. Their third meet is on March
12, at West Chester Henderson High School. The Science Olympiad Team is competing
at both the Cornell Invitational and the Tiger Invitational during the month of February,
and the regional competition is on March 2, at Neumann University, which will determine
which teams go to the State Competition.
World Language
Mandarin Chinese students took a field trip to Philadelphia’s Chinatown. The trip
provides exposure to the Chinese community, culture and language. Mandarin Chinese
students will celebrate the Chinese New Year with Dragon dances in each of the lunches.
Mandatory trip preparation meetings for the Spanish Exchange trip have begun. During
the after school meetings students will participate in group-building and language
preparation activities as well as learn important information about traveling abroad. The
meetings will continue throughout February into early March.
English Department
Felicia Quinzi's sophomore, William John, was a first place winner in the Young Voices
Monologue Festival.
Hi-Q
The Penncrest Hi-Q team finished the regular season in 3rd place, with a total of 150
points scored during the course of the season. The team will host a home playoff match.
The winner of that match will go to Garnet Valley High School on March 8, for the
championship match.
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION
“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the
School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters
permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”
January 28, 2016
February 25, 2016
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel
at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Session of March 31, 2016, at Penncrest
High School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
Presidential Announcement
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VIII.
Old Business
A.
Policies
1.
Policy 004 Membership
Resolve, the Board of School Directors adopt Policy #004 –
Membership. See Attachment A
Background
This policy was discussed at the January 2016 and
February, 2016 Finance Committee meeting.
2.
Policy 011 Principals for Governance and Leadership
Resolve, the Board of School Directors adopt Policy #100 –
Principals of Governance and Leadership. See Attachment
B
Background
This policy was discussed at the January 2016 and February
2016 Finance Committee meeting.
3.
Policy
824
Boundaries
Maintaining
Professional
Adult/Student
Resolve, the Board of School Directors adopt Policy #824
Maintaining Professional Adult/Student Boundaries.
See
Attachment C
Background
This policy was discussed a the December 2015, January
2016 and February 2016 Pupil Services Committee
Meetings.
VIII. Old Business
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VIII.
Old Business
A.
Policies
4.
Policy 907 School Visitor
Resolve, the Board of School Directors adopt Policy #907 –
School Visitors and the accompanying Administrative
Regulations. See Attachment D
Background
This policy was discussed at the January 2016 and February
2016, Pupil Services Committee meeting.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
b.
2.
Non-Instructional
1.
Nicholas Miele, Maintenance Worker, resignation
effective February 9, 2016.
2.
Lisa Cornog, Bus Driver, retirement effective January
31, 2016.
3.
Horace Bond, Bus Driver, retirement effective March
1, 2016.
Nominations
a.
IX. New Business
Megan Caiola, change in resignation date to February
12, 2016.
Professional
1.
Marci Carmeans, Science Teacher effective February
26, 2016 at the annual salary of $46,513.00,
Bachelor’s Degree/Step 2. Ms. Carmeans received
her Bachelor’s Degree from Temple University. She
served as a Long Term Substitute during the 20142015 school year and the first semester of the 20152016 school year. Ms. Carmeans is assigned to
Penncrest High School replacing Amanda Slattery
who resigned.
2.
Kathleen Sandiford, Assistant Director of Summer
School 2016 at the annual salary of $3,000.00.
3.
Arnold Schwartz, Homebound Instructor for the
2015-2016 school year at the rate of $46.00 per hour.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
3.
Non-Instructional
1.
Julie DiRemigio, Interventionist, change in start date
to February 26, 2016. Ms. DiRemigio is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
2.
Kristine Heery, Interventionist for the 2015-2016
school at the rate of $25.00 per hour. Ms. Heery is
assigned to Media Elementary.
3.
Mackenzie Parker, Interventionist for the 2015-2016
school year at the rate of $25.00 per hour. Ms. Parker
is assigned to Glenwood Elementary. NOTE: Ms.
Parker is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
General
a.
b.
Rescind Supplemental contracts
1.
Rescind appointment of William Stack as (.5) Junior
Science Olympiad Sponsor at Springton Lake Middle
School effective January 15, 2016.
2.
Rescind appointment of Megan Rozinski as Saturday
Detention at Penncrest High School.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
IX. New Business
Recommend Board approval of the Penncrest High
School Spring Athletic Supplemental Contracts for the
2015-2016 school year. See Attachment E
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
b.
IX. New Business
Supplemental Contracts
2.
Recommend Board approval of the Springton Lake
Middle School Spring Athletic Supplemental Contracts
for the 2015-2016 school year. See Attachment F
3.
Mark Crossman, (.5) Junior Science Olympiad
Sponsor effective January 15, 2016 at the annual
salary of $507.50. Mr. Crossman is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School.
4.
Kimberly Riviere, New Teacher Mentor, effective
January 11, 2016 at the annual salary of $394.68. Ms.
Riviere is assigned to Penncrest High School.
5.
Timothy Brown, Jr. Class Advisor, effective January
25, 2016 at the annual salary of $1,450.00. Mr. Brown
is assigned to Penncrest High School.
6.
James Beatty, .5 New Teacher Mentor effective
January 29, 2016 at the annual salary of $580.00. Mr.
Beatty is assigned to Penncrest High School.
7.
Sarah Debessay, .5 New Teacher Mentor for the
second semester, at the annual salary of $580.00.
Ms. Debessay is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School.
8.
Jodi Strevig, .5 New Teacher Mentor for the second
semester at the annual salary of $608.00. Ms. Strevig
is assigned to Penncrest High School.
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9.
Recommend Board approval of the following
Springton Lake Middle School staff to serve as Game
Workers for the 2015-2016 school year:
Azeff, Alexis
Baker, Jacque
Baker, John
Blackburn, Catherine
Blythe, Jen
Bucci, Kylee
Cliff, Shawna
Cook, Kathleen
Crossman, Mark
Davis, Jean
Debessay, Sarah
Deleo, Michael
Douglas, Leslie
Ekstrom, Jennie
Eppolito, Vince
Fisher, Joseph
Fritch, Tracey
Gaertner, Sherre
Garber, Anita
Gilliard, Rebecca
Gilroy,Margie
Going, Nancy
Griffin, Sue
Hartner, Kristin
IX. New Business
Lutterman, Brittani
Lynch, Brian
Magliochetti, Katie
Maguire, Kathy
McCarthy, Lisa
McCormick, Maureen
McLeod, Jennifer
Megow, Carleen
Miller, Stefanie
Newsome, Carin
Nixon, Mark
Patton, Mary Belle
Perilli, Ali
Pfeiffer, Amanda
Piecara, Kelly
Prior, Sharon
Rago, Britt
Raichek, Judy
Ruckle, Jody
Shaw, Michelle
Simmington, Phoebe
Snyder, Barbara
Snyder, Megan
Somerville, Amy
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Hartzell, Devon
Heckman, Robin
Hemenway, Sue
Henry, Kelly
Homan, Mark
Howe, Susan
Judge, Caitlin
Kelly, Patricia
Kutney, Adrienne
Laubach, Bridget
Lazarow, Jason
Levy, Jessica
Spratt, Sean
Stern, Diane
Stroup, Jonathan
Turicik, Ashley
Tyska, Alexandra
Virtue, Andy
Viso, Alexis
Wasserman, Megan
Williams, Courtney
Williams, Sharon
Wolf, Joyce
February 25, 2016
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Choir Upper Dublin High School
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a request for an
overnight field trip submitted for a student in the Penncrest Choir to
participate and perform at the Upper Dublin High School from 3/173/19/16.
Background
The student has successfully competed at previous levels. The
registration fee is 150.00 and is being paid by the District. All other
costs are being paid by the student.
2.
Penncrest High school Band and Choir New York, New York
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field
trip for the Penncrest Band and Choir to attend the NYC Heritage
Music Festival in New York, New York from 4/14-4/17/16.
Background
Students will participate in rehearsals and a formal performance
with other high-level choral students from the region. Substitute
costs of $408.00 are being paid by the District. Transportation,
food, and lodging costs totaling $850.00 are being paid by the
students.
3.
PMEA Orchestra Festival – Council Rock High School
Resolve, the Board of School Directors ratify approval given at the
February 9, 2016 Pupil Services Committee Meeting for an
overnight field trip for a student to attend the PMEA Orchestra
Festival at Council Rock High School from 2/25-2/27/2016.
Background
Substitute costs of $102.00 and a registration fee of $157.00 are
being paid by the District. This student successfully auditioned in
the PMEA Region Orchestra in January. The student will be
attending the Festival prior to the February Legislative Board
Meeting.
IX. New Business
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X.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
4.
Penncrest High School Orchestra - Chicago, Il – Date Change
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a change in the
date for a previously Board-approved overnight field trip for the
orchestra students to go to Chicago, IL
Background
This is an overnight field trip that was previously Board-approved
on the November, 2015 Legislative meeting. The students will now
be leaving on 4/16 instead of 4/17.
C.
Calendar
1.
2016-2017 School Year Calendar
Resolve, the Board of School Directors review the 2016-2017
school calendar.
Background
The calendar was discussed at the February Curriculum and
Instruction Committee meeting.
IX. New Business
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Recommend the following bids be awarded in the categories listed, such
recommendation being the lowest bid received from a responsible bidder, kind,
quality and materials having been considered.
Resolve, the Board of School Directors award the following bids:
a.
Media Elementary School Water Drainage Mitigation
Base Bid
John McPhillips & Sons
b.
Alternates
$69,973
Total
$69,973
Penncrest Women’s Locker Room and Woodshop HVAC Replacement
Base Bid
CMSE Electric
(Electrical Construction)
Tri-County Mechanical
(HVAC Construction)
Alternates
Total
$11,835
$11,835
$435,000
$435,000
Background
This item was discussed at the February 9, 2016 Operations Committee
Meeting.
X.
Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Change Orders
Change Orders are acted upon in accordance with Resolution 1997-98 – 124,
as approved by the Board of School Directors on April 23, 1998.
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following change orders:
a.
Five Star, Inc. in the amount of $1,084.00 for a permit fee for the men’s
locker room renovations at Penncrest.
b.
CAD Electric in the amount of $3,039.57 for a change in the wire system
for the men’s locker room renovations at Penncrest.
c.
CAD Electric in the amount of $359.00 for a permit fee for the men’s
locker room renovations at Penncrest.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 9, 2016 Operations Committee
Meeting.
X.
Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
2.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public School code section 609)
when funds are not available for a proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from
one class of expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of
the fiscal year by the board.
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following budgetary
transfer:
FY 16-13 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Medical Services- Contracted Services
$6,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Other Student Services – Contracted Services
$6,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover the costs of SAP services at Penncrest.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 9, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
3.
Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with Eagle
Industrial Hygiene Associates for the floor tile abatement monitoring at
Glenwood Elementary School.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 9, 2016 Operations Committee
Meeting.
X.
Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
4.
Villanova University Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with Villanova
University in the amount of $12,275 for the graduation scheduled for June 9,
2016.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 9, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
5.
Grosh Backdrops Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the contract with Grosh
Backdrops in the amount of $462.73 for the backdrop rental for the musical to
be held at Penncrest on April 8 - 10, 2016.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 9, 2016 Finance Committee Meeting.
6.
Criticare Contract
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract for Criticare to
provide nursing services to children under the care and supervision of the
RTMSD.
Background
These services consist of substitute nursing services when necessary and
direct care of students with specialized needs. Rates of service are $55.00/hr.
for an RN, $45.00/hr. for a LPN, $25.00/hour for a CNA, and $22.00/hr. for a
PCA.
X.
Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Oral Language Proficiency Assessment Contracts
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve contracts with Kathleen Clark,
Andrea Varricchio, and Meilin Shieh to provide oral language proficiency
assessments in French, Spanish, and Chinese to students in AP French, AP
Spanish, and Chinese IV in May 2015. The total amounts of the contracts are
$600, $680, and $80 respectively.
Background
These contracts were discussed at the February Curriculum and Instruction
Committee meeting.
8.
Philadelphia Arts In Education Project
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the participation with the
Philadelphia Arts In Education Project which will be taking place at Glenwood
Elementary School. Funding is through the Glenwood Elementary School PTG
and is at no cost to the district.
X.
Finance
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2015-2016
2015-2016 PENNCREST SPRING ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS Experience
3
1
2
5
1
LEVEL
1
1
1
2
1
UNIT
RATE
145
145
145
152
145
10+
10+
10+
6
1
4
4
4
2
1
LACROSSE GIRLS HEAD VARSITY COACH
ROBIN KEEVAN
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANT VARSITY COACHCRYSTAL FOUNTAIN**
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANT VARSITY COACHJACQUELINE BAKER
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH (JV)
KATE MAGLIOCHETTI
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH (JV)
EMILY BOND**
4
1
1
1
1
SOFTBALL HEAD COACH
SOFTBALL ASSISTANT COACH
SOFTBALL ASSISTANT COACH
SOFTBALL HEAD FRESHMAN COACH
EARL EVANS
JOHN MILLER
THOMAS CRANN
CAITLIN EVANS
TENNIS BOYS HEAD COACH
DANIEL GORDY
TRACK BOYS HEAD COACH
TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
TRACK GIRLS HEAD COACH
TRACK GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH
TRACK GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH
GEORGE MUNRO
ZACHARY MUSSELMAN
VACANT
ROBERT BROWN
ELIJAH TRUSTY
ANDREA DIFABIO
BASEBALL HEAD COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH (FRESHMAN)
DAN SARDELLA
DAVID DRAGONE
WARD ABRAMS
BRIAN SAVISKI
DAVID WOOD
LACROSSE BOYS HEAD COACH
LACROSSE BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
LACROSSE BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
LACROSSE BOYS HEAD JV
LACROSSE BOYS ASSISTANT JV
WAYNE MATSINGER
EVAN PETTIT
CHRISTOPHER DERRICK
JEFF PETTIT
JOSH MATTSON
** Being hired pending completion of pre-employment paperwork.
Attachment E
UNITS
39
25
25
25
25
SUPPLEMENTAL
SALARY
$5,655.00
$3,625.00
$3,625.00
$3,800.00
$3,625.00
173
173
173
152
145
39
25
25
23
17
$6,747.00
$4,325.00
$4,325.00
$3,496.00
$2,465.00
2
1
1
1
1
152
145
145
145
145
39
25
25
23
17
$5,928.00
$3,625.00
$3,625.00
$3,335.00
$2,465.00
9
8
10
3
3
3
4
1
162
162
173
145
39
25
25
25
$6,318.00
$4,050.00
$4,325.00
$3,625.00
1
1
145
25
$3,625.00
10+
1
4
1
1
3
1
2
173
145
145
162
145
152
39
27
27
39
27
27
$6,747.00
$3,915.00
9
2
5
$6,318.00
$3,915.00
$4,104.00
2/19/16
2015-2016 SPRINGTON LAKE SPRING ATHLETIC
SUPPLEMENTALS
2015-2016
UNIT
RATE
145
173
Attachment F
UNITS
21
21
SUPPLEMENTAL
SALARY
$3,045.00
$3,633.00
BASEBALL GRADE 7
BASEBALL GRADE 8
SEAN SPRATT
DONALD PUCKETT
3
10+
STEP
1
4
LACROSSE GIRLS GRADE 8
LACROSSE GIRLS GRADE 7
JENNIFER BLYTHE
SHARON PETTIT
8
10+
3
4
162
173
21
21
$3,402.00
$3,633.00
LACROSSE BOYS GRADE 7
LACROSSE BOYS GRADE 8
JOHN PHILLIPS
CHRIS BONNETT
3
2
1
1
145
145
21
21
$3,045.00
$3,045.00
SOFTBALL GRADE 7
SOFTBALL GRADE 8
JESSICA LEVY
WILLIAM CARR
4
4
2
2
152
152
21
21
$3,192.00
$3,192.00
TENNIS HEAD COACH
JERRY DIAZ
3
1
145
21
$3,045.00
TRACK BOYS HEAD COACH
TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
MARK NIXON
JEREMY SMITH
6
3
2
1
152
145
21
17
$3,192.00
$2,465.00
TRACK GIRLS HEAD COACH
TRACK GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH
MARK HOMAN
SUSAN HOWE
10+
1
4
1
173
145
21
17
$3,633.00
$2,465.00