ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
April 24, 2014
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
III.
None
Developmental Special Education Programs at Indian Lane Elementary Bill Bennett, Bonnie Keiles, Stacy McMorrow, Julie Davis, Michelle
Cunningham and Sam Stafford
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VII.
New Board of School Director Approval – William Tyson
Swearing in of William Tyson, Board of School Director
Educational Presentation
A.
VI.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 27, 2014
Special Legislative Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2014
Presentations and Awards
A.
V.
Roll Call
Board of School Director Approval
A.
B.
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 – Bob Higgins
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VIII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
Rose Tree Media Residents
IX.
Old Business
A.
Policies - Second Read and Approval
1.
Policy #113.1-Discipline of Students with Disabilities – See
Attachment A
2.
Policy #113.2-Positive Behavior Support Plan – See Attachment B
3.
Policy #113.4- Confidentiality of Special Education Student
Information – See Attachment C
4.
Policy # 138-Limited English Proficiency Program –
See Attachment D
5.
Policy #201-Admission of Students – See Attachment E
6.
Policy #202-Eligibility of Nonresident Students – See Attachment F
7.
Policy #216- Student Records – See Attachment G
B.
2014 – 2015 Calendar – See Attachment H - Second Read and Approval
X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Sabbatical Leave
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
d.
Supplemental Contracts
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Science Olympiad – State
Championship, Juniata, PA
2.
Penncrest High School Çosta Rica Immersion Trip
3.
Penncrest High School French-Cultural Exchange
C.
Rose Tree Media Special Education Plan: 2014-2017
XI.
Finance
A.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
None
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XI.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Change Orders
2.
Budgetary Transfers
3.
CADES Letter of Agreement
4.
Fantasy World Contract
5.
Lifetouch Agreement
6.
Villanova Agreement
7.
Music Theater International Contract
8.
Drexelbrook Agreement
9.
GASB 45 Valuation Agreement with Conrad Siegel Actuaries
10.
Barbacane, Thornton & Company Contract Renewal
11.
Food Service RFP
12.
2014-2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
13.
2014-2105 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School
Budget
14.
2014-2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education
Agreement
15.
2014-2015 Delaware County Community College Budget
16.
Delaware Community College Capital Improvements
17.
Bonnett Associates, Inc. Proposal
18.
Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates, Inc. Proposal
19.
G.D. Houtman Proposal
20.
Holcomb Behavioral Health System Addendum
21.
Educan, Inc. Contract
22.
Community Arts Center Contract
23.
Amendment to Special Education Student Agreement
24.
Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student
25.
ESY Services Settlement Agreement for Arrowhead Day Camp
26.
ESY Services Settlement Agreement for Elwyn T-Camp
27.
Sunesys Addendum
28.
WCiT Master Service Agreement
29.
Microsoft Server Product Purchasing Group Participation
Agreement
C.
D.
XII.
Financials for March 2014
Bill Lists for March 2014
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 April 24, 2014, 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 Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
April 24, 2014
Minutes of the March 27, 2014 Legislative Meeting
I. Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
____________________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance:
John Hanna, President
Tracy Barusevicius
Nancy Fronduti
Chris Guilday
Nancy Mackrides
Elizabeth Schneider
William O’Donnell
Harry Postles
Students: Rahmi Halaby
Talia Kaplan
Michaela Rheil
Absent:
Riley George
Absent:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Vice President
Also in Attendance:
William Bennett, Principal IL
Eric Bucci, Principal GW
Anne Callahan, Dir. Human Resources
William Dougherty, Asst. Principal PHS
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Joe Fuhr, Principal SYA
Rick Gregg, Principal PHS
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Asst. Principal PHS
Anthony Jackowski, Asst. Principal SLMS
Mack Johnson, Mgmt. Systems Admin.
Thomas Kelly, Esq., Solicitor
Bonnie Kinsler, Supervisor of Transportation
Maria Kotch, Principal Media Elementary
Patti Linden, Supv. Technology
Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Spec
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
Jenny Robinson, Principal Rose Tree Elem.
Robert Salladino, Principal SLMS
Roxanne Schupp, Supervisor of Bus. Oper.
Sharon Sweeney, Asst. Principal PHS
Steve Taylor, Asst. Superintendent
Katherine White, Asst. Principal SLMS
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
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II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of February 27, 2014
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 88
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
February 27, 2014.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Penncrest High School Boys’ Track 4 x 800 Relay Team
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 89
Resolve, the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree Media Award to the
Boys’ 4 x 800 Relay Team for their sixth place finish at the State Track
Championships with a time of 7:59.0. The team members include: Evan Emanuel,
Soham Kamat, Chris Kazanjian and Matt Kazanjian. Coaches: George Munro and
Rob Brown.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
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III.
Presentations and Awards
B.
Penncrest High School Girls’ Track 4 x 200 Relay Team
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 90
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree Media Award
to the Girls’ 4 x 200 Relay Team for their seventh place finish at the State Track
Championships. A new indoor school record was set with a time of 1:45.44. Team
members include: Katie Arbogast, Brianna Artis, Alicia Collier and Megan Kitchin.
Coaches: Michael Clark and John Lohn.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
C.
Penncrest High School State 500 Free Swim Qualifier
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 91
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree Media Award
to Phil Nawn. Phil qualified for the State 500 Free swim and came in 31st place.
Coach: Andy Ikeler.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
IV.
Educational Presentation
1.
"'Tis the season. . .for testing" – Dr. Steven Taylor
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V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of March 27, 2014
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of March 27, 2014
Solicitor’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of March 27, 2014
President’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of March 27, 2014
Mr. Christopher Guilday’s Resignation
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 92
Resolve, the Board of School Directors accept the resignation of Mr. Chris Guilday
effective April 1, 2014. We would like to thank Mr. Guilday for his years of service
to our staff, students and community of the Rose Tree Media School District.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Rose Tree Media Residents – none
Old Business
A.
IX.
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
None
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
d.
Supplemental Contracts – See Attachments A and B
e.
Create New Position
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 93
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following New Business:
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
David Stango, Art Teacher, Penncrest
resignation effective March 17, 2014.
High
School,
2.
Michael Ludwig, History Teacher, Penncrest High School,
retirement effective March 28, 2014. Mr. Ludwig joined the
staff of Rose Tree Media School District in 1976. He is retiring
after 38 years of dedicated service.
Non-Instructional
1.
Diane Battey, Bus Driver, retirement effective April 4, 2014.
Ms. Battey joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School District
in 1989. She is retiring after 25 years of dedicated service.
2.
Bonni D’Ignazio, Bus Driver, retirement effective March 3,
2014. Ms. D’Ignazio joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 2000. She is retiring after 14 years of
dedicated service.
3.
James Tiedemann, Support Staff II, Media Elementary,
resignation effective March 19, 2014.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Catherine Blackburn, (.5) Support Staff I, effective March 28,
2014, at the rate of $12.92 per hour. Ms. Blackburn is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Lynn
Hones who retired.
2.
Elizabeth Morrison, Interventionist, effective March 5, 2014 at
the rate of $25.00 per hour. Ms. Morrison is assigned to Media
Elementary.
3.
Puja Mahendru, Support Staff II, Personal Instructional
Assistant, effective March 28, 2014 at the rate of $16.33 per
hour. Ms. Mahendru is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Elise Simonian who was reassigned. NOTE: Ms.
Mahendru is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
4.
Christine Seeley, Title I Summer School Director for 2014 at
the annual salary of $3,500.
5.
Charles Olson, Substitute Bus Driver, effective March 28,
2014 at the rate of $21.96 per hour. Mr. Olson is assigned to
the Transportation Department.
6.
Michele Skowronek, Support Staff II, effective March 28, 2014
at the rate of $16.33 per hour. Ms. Skowronek is assigned to
Indian Lane Elementary replacing Jim Tiedemann who was
reassigned.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
b.
Classification Change
1.
Donna Marie Nespoli, from Substitute Bus Aide to Regular
Bus Aide effective March 7, 2014.
2.
Arthur Pavoni from Substitue Bus Aide to Regular Bus Aide
effective March 12, 2014.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
c.
d.
Joanne Goldsmith requests an unpaid leave of absence
effective March 28, 2014 through April 7, 2014.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
1.
Rescind appointment of David Stango as Student Council
Sponsor, Penncrest High School, effective March 17, 2014.
2.
Rescind appointment of Michael Ludwig as Supplies
Coordinator, Penncrest High School, effective February 14,
2014.
3.
Rescind appointment of Michael Ludwig as Hi-Q Sponsor,
Penncrest High School, effective February 14, 2014.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Karen Battavio, Club Sponsor 5th Grade Musical, at the annual
salary of $1,160.00. Ms. Battavio is assigned to Indian Lane
Elementary.
2.
Michael DeLeo, Head Soccer Coach for the 2014-2015 school
year, Penncrest High School, at the annual salary of
$6,318.00.
3.
Recommend Board approval of the Springton Lake Middle
School Spring Athletic Supplemental Contracts for the 20132014 school year. See Attachment A – In Official Legislative
Minutes of March 27, 2014.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
d.
Supplemental Contracts
4.
Recommend Board approval of the Penncrest High School
Spring Athletic Supplemental Contracts for the 2013-2014
school year. See Attachment B – In Official Legislative
Minutes of March 27, 2014.
5.
Katherine Magliochetti, Video Production Club, at the annual
salary of $870.00. Ms. Magliochetti is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School.
6.
Kelly Hogan, Fall Cheerleading Head Coach, at the annual
salary of $3,915.00. Ms. Hogan is assigned to Penncrest High
School.
7.
Recommend Board approval for the following Penncrest High
School personnel to serve as Junior/Senior Prom Chaperones
at the rate of $25.00 per hour:
Deborah Hoffman
Charron Verica
Karen Jackson
8.
Heather Reed, Hi-Q Sponsor effective February 14, 2014 at
the annual salary of $1,098.20. Ms. Reed is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
9.
Andrea Rachubinski, Student Council Sponsor effective March
17, 2014 at the annual salary of $855.74. Ms. Rachubinski is
assigned to Penncrest High School.
10.
Recommend Board approval for the following Rose Tree
Elementary Staff to serve as Club Advisors effective January
27, 2014:
David Sikorski
JoAnn Podlaski
Jean McPheeters
Meg Barney
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Musical Theatre
Student Council
Student Council
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$580.00
$580.00
$290.00
$290.00
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
e.
Create New Position
1.
Recommend Board approval to create a new (.5) Bus Aide. A
(.5) Bus Aide is required to serve the Indian Lane Elementary
special needs bus. This new position was discussed at the
Personnel Committee Meeting on March 11, 2014.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
2.
Penncrest High School Envirothon Team – Susquehanna University
Springton Lake Middle School Science Olympiad Team – Huntingdon, PA
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 94
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Envirothon Team – Susquehanna University.
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight field trip for
the Envirothon Team to Susquehanna University and Montour Preserve
from May 20, 2014 to May 22, 2014 to compete at the State competition.
Five students will be attending. District costs are approximately $400 for
transportation, approximately $750 for lodging and $612 for substitute costs.
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
2.
Springton Lake Middle School Science Olympiad Team – Huntingdon, PA
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an overnight trip for
the Springton Lake Science Olympiad team to attend the State Science
Olympiad Competition in Huntingdon, PA from May 1, 2014 to May 2, 2014.
District costs are $2,119 for transportation, $1,350 for lodging and meals
and $816 for substitute costs. The cost to students is $15 dollars.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
IX.
New Business
C.
Policies
Resolve the Board of School Directors review the following Policies. The revised
Policies include all new legal terms and mandates required by both federal and
state laws. The revisions of the following Policies were reviewed at the March and
April Pupil Services Committee Meetings. See Official Legislative Minutes of
March 27, 2014.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Policy #113.1 – Discipline of Students with Disabilities – See Attachment C
Policy #113.2 – Positive Behavior Support Plan – See Attachment D
Policy #113.4- Confidentiality of Special Education Student Information –
See Attachment E
Policy # 138-Limited English Proficiency Program - See Attachment F
Policy #200-Enrollment of Students – See Attachment G
Policy #201-Admission of Students – See Attachment H
Policy #202-Eligibility of Nonresident Students – See Attachment I
Policy #216- Student Records – See Attachment J
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IX.
New Business
D.
2014 – 2015 Calendar
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 95
Resolve, the Board of School Directors review the 2014 – 2015 School Year
Calendar. See Attachment K – In Official Legislative Minutes of March 27, 2014.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
E.
2013 – 2014 Revised School Year Calendar
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 96
Resolve, the Board of School Directors adopt the 2013 – 2014 School Year
Calendar as presented. See Attachment L – In Official Legislative Minutes of
March 27, 2014.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
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X.
Finance
A.
B.
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Change Orders – None
2.
Budgetary Transfers
3.
All Around Entertainment – Ratification
4.
Lake Raystown Resort Agreement
5.
Energy Connect, Inc. Program
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 97
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
B.
General
1.
Change Orders - none
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, that the Board approve the following budgetary transfers:
FY 14-16 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Maintenance – Snow Removal
$10,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Maintenance – Heating Oil
$10,000.00
RATIONALE: To provide additional funds for heating oil purchase
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing – None
B.
General
1.
Change Orders - none
2.
Budgetary Transfers (continued)
FY 14-17 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Maintenance – Travel
$4,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Maintenance – General Supplies
$4,000.00
RATIONALE: To provide additional funds for sodium chloride
purchase
FY 14-18 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
SYA New Equipment
$3,400.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
SYA Professional Services
$3,400.00
RATIONALE: To provide additional 1:1 and group intervention
time for the students at RTMSYA with the Holcomb SAP
Coordinator
3.
All Around Entertainment – Ratification
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors ratify the All Around
Entertainment Agreement in the amount of $1,500.00. This agreement is
for DJ services for a Springton Lake Middle School dance. Funding for this
agreement is through the Student Activity Fund at no cost to the District.
4.
Lake Raystown Resort Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Lake Raystown
Resort Agreement. This agreement is for Springton Lake Middle School’s
Science Olympiad competition.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
5.
Energy Connect, Inc. Program
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the participation in
the Energy Connect, Inc. Program. This program provides the opportunity
for the District to receive funds for reducing its energy consumption at
Penncrest and Springton Lake during peak energy consumption days.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for February 2014
Bill Lists for February 2014
Mrs. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 98
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Finance Reports:
X.
Finance
C.
Financials for February 2014
February
February
February
February
2014
2014
2014
2014
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
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D.
Bill Lists
February 2014
General Fund Bill List
$ 6,821,805.61
February 2014
Imprest Fund Bill List
$
2,684.00
February 2014
Capital Fund Bill List
$
25,711.92
February 2014
Bond Series 2011 Bill List
$
85,896.51
February 2014
Bond Series 2013 Bill List
$
73,811.02
February 2014
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
28,530.02
$ 7,038,439.08
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
XI.
Adjournment
Mr. Guilday moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 99
Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board of School
Directors, the meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Linda Kinsler-Fox
_____________________________
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
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
April 15, 2014
April 8, 2014 Special Legislative Meeting Minutes
I.
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
______________________________________________________________________
Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell, Harry
Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Ron Baldino, Anne Callahan, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves, Patti
Linden and James Wigo
______________________________________________________________________
II.
Bus Bid Opening Minutes of April 3, 2014
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 100
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Bus Bid Opening
Minutes of April 3, 2014.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
III.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each) – none
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IV.
2014-15 Proposed Final Budget
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Ms. Linda Kinsler-Fox seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 101
Resolve, that the Board approve the 2014-15 Proposed Final Budget for
the Rose Tree Media School District in the amount of $88,825,975. The
Proposed Final Budget is based on a millage increase of 2.1% for a
millage rate of 23.4128. The final budget adoption will be on May 22,
2014.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
V.
Any other business that may come before the Board.
A.
American Registry for Internet Numbers, LTD
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 102
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the American Registry for
Internet Numbers, LTD, Registration Services Agreement for Internet
Protocol (“IP”) address space and Autonomous System Numbers
(“ASN’s”) for the Rose Tree Media School District upon final review of the
solicitor. The agreement is for a term of one year and a one-time initial
registration fee of Five hundred dollars ($500.00). The agreement shall
renew automatically each year for a yearly fee of Five hundred dollars
($500.00). This Agreement was reviewed at the Technology Committee
meeting on April 8, 2014. (See Attachment A – In Official Legislative
Minutes of April 8, 2014)
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
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V.
Any other business that may come before the Board.
B.
Early Retirement Incentive Plan
Mrs. Barusevicius moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 103
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Early
Retirement Incentive Plan for the 2013-2014 school year.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
C.
AppliTrack Teacher Fit and Job Fit Module
Mr. Postles moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 104
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve of the AppliTrack
Teacher Fit and Job Fit Module at the cost of $4,050.00.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
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V.
Any other business that may come before the Board.
D.
Bus Bid Award
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 105
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve 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.
One (1) 30 Passenger CNG Type “A” School Bus to Rohrer Bus Sales in
the amount of $81,292.88.
Fourteen (14) 72 Passenger, CNG Rear Engine, Type “D” School Buses
to Rohrer Bus Sales in the amount of $1,969,643.42.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
VI.
Adjournment
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Postles seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2013 – 2014 106
Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board of
School Directors, the meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell,
Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
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Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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III.
New Board of School Director Approval
A.
William Tyson
Resolve the Board of School Directors appoint William Tyson as a
new member of the Board of School Directors.
B.
Swearing in of William Tyson, Board of School Director
The Honorable Nicholas S. Lippincott, Esquire will administer the
Oath of Office to William Tyson.
III. New Board of School Director Approval
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OFFICE OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
TO:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Mr. James M. Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
FROM:
Dr. Steve Taylor, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
DATE:
April 8, 2014
RE:
April 8, 2014 Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mrs. Linda Kinsler-Fox
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Harry Postles, Liz Schneider
Also in Attendance: Anne Callahan, Lindsi Ciuffetelli, Eleanor Dimarino, Joe Fuhr,
Rick Gregg, Patti Linden, Sharon Sweeney, Steve Taylor, Jim Wigo, and members of
the public.
Projected Course Enrollments Under 15 in 2014-2015 at Penncrest High School
Mrs. Sweeney updated the Board on courses projected at fewer than 15 students
enrolled for 2014-2015. She noted that six courses are being cancelled for having
fewer than 15 students, and eight are being combined with other courses during the
same class period. She requested, and the Board granted permission, for four courses
to continue in the projected schedule: AP Chemistry (13 enrolled), AP Environmental
Science (13 enrolled), Beginner French (8 enrolled), and Music Theory (10 enrolled). It
is expected the French and music courses will experience greater enrollment over the
summer, while the AP course enrollments are likely to remain where they are projected.
Preview of 2014 Summer Reading and Summer Math
Dr. Taylor presented the proposed Summer Reading and Summer Math programs for
2014. The elementary reading program is still in process of converting from a list of
titles by grade level to a list of titles by independent reading level, which is how all of the
students’ current independent reading occurs. Revised lists will be available in time for
the summer. Summer reading at the elementary level is recommended, but not
required. At the middle school and high school, it is both required and assessed. At
Springton Lake, all students read two books each summer, and students in Enhanced
Language Arts read a third book. For this coming summer, 6th and 8th grades will use
the same readings as last year, and 7th grade will assign Chasing Lincoln’s Killer, a nonfiction text documenting the search for John Wilkes Booth, as the all-grade read. Using
a non-fiction text that aligns with the Social Studies curriculum signals a significant shift
in the paradigm of summer reading, in that reading in the content areas is now required
per the newly adopted PA Core Standards. Another change in 7th grade is the use of
The Book Thief with students in Enhanced Language Arts as their assigned third book.
All three grades have also revised the analysis sheets completed by students to reflect
more of the PA Core Standards. At the high school, all students are required to read
and be assessed on two books, and students in level 1 and AP classes read an
additional book. New title for 2014 are: for 9th grade, Phoenix Island and Endangered;
for 10th grade, Neverwhere and Boy’s Life; for 11th grade, Absolutely True Diary of a
Part-Time Indian, Ready Player One, and Women of the Silk; and for 12th grade, A
Prayer for Owen Meany, Slaughterhouse Five, and Tess of the D’Urbervilles. The
Summer Math program is also in process. Paper packets will be used in a number of
grades, and online resources, such as Compass Learning, Study Island, and Khan
Academy, will be used in others. Students’ licenses for the online subscriptions remain
active during the summer months.
Preview of 2014 Summer School
Dr. Taylor also updated the Board on plans for the 2014 Rose Tree Media Summer
School, which seeks to increase students’ opportunities for remediation, enrichment,
and acceleration during the summer months. To remain self-sustaining, the Summer
School has altered its administrative structure, with Penncrest assistant principal Bill
Dougherty taking over as director, assisted by teacher Julia Davis. The look of the
summer brochure has changed dramatically under Mr. Dougherty’s leadership, and 18
new courses are being offered. Under Patrick Murphy’s direction, the Summer Theater
program, one of the keystones of the summer offerings, will enter its second year.
Proposed Schedule Updates at Springton Lake and Penncrest
Dr. Taylor reviewed for the Board the proposed schedule changes for 2014-2015 at
Springton Lake and Penncrest. He reviewed the rationale for each building’s revisions
and the general terms of each proposed new schedule. At Springton Lake, the major
revisions include equalizing the lengths of all class periods, adding an Extension period
for remediation and enrichment, and eliminating the current Reading Enrichment Period
at the end of the day. At Penncrest, the major revisions include the addition of an
eighth period, the inclusion of a longer, “block” period that rotates through the school
day, the potential for students to take an extra period a day, and the elimination of pull
outs for music sectionals.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
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:
April 11, 2014
Subject:
April 8, 2014 Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
______________________________________________________________________
Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill
O’Donnell, Harry Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Chris Guilday and Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Anne Callahan, Grace Eves, Patti Linden and James Wigo
______________________________________________________________________
1.
Budgetary Comparison Report
The District has expensed 86% of the budget and has received 91% of revenue.
The District is anticipating Federal funds from the Access program to be
deposited shortly.
Action: Discussion
2.
Budgetary Transfers
FY 14-19 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Oil
$10,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Repairs and Maintenance
$10,000.00
RATIONALE: To cover the cost of building repairs
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FY 14-20 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction - Supplies
$2,600.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Professional Development – Contracted Services
$2,600.00
RATIONALE: To cover the cost training for Rose Tree
Media Elementary School staff members.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board.
3.
Bus Bids for CNG Buses
A bid opening was held on April 3rd. The committee reviewed the bid results.
The District received bids from 3 vendors and a decline from one vendor.
Wolfington Body Company submitted a bid for one 30 passenger CNG bus in the
amount of $87,250 but did not submit a bid for fourteen 72 passenger CNG
buses. Brightbill Body Works submitted a bid for fourteen 72 passenger CNG
buses in the amount of $2,044,194, but did not submit a bid for the 30 passenger
CNG bus. Rohrer Bus Sales submitted a bid in the amount of $1,969,643.42 for
fourteen 72 passenger CNG buses and a bid in the amount of $81,292.88 for one
30 passenger CNG bus. The Administration is recommending the bid be
awarded to Rohrer Bus Sales for one 30 passenger CNG bus and fourteen 72
passenger CNG buses for a total of $2,050,936.30. The Administration is
requesting the bid award be placed on the April 8, Special Legislative Agenda for
a vote of the Board in order to expedite the delivery process.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 8, Special Legislative Agenda for a
vote of the Board.
4.
Contracts and Agreements
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The CADES Letter of Agreement is for transportation services for special
needs students. The cost is $69.82 per student/day for round trip and $39.71
per student/day for one way trips.
The contract with Fantasy World is for activities during Penncrest’s Pride Day.
The contract amount is $2,650, which represents a slight increase over the
prior year. Funding is through the Penncrest Student Activity Account at no
cost to the District.
Lifetouch Agreement for student portrait services for students is at no cost to
the District.
The Villanova Agreement for June 12, Graduation is in the amount of $11,725
and represents a $300 increase from last year.
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The Music Theater International Contract in the amount of $810 plus
materials is for the summer musical camp at no cost to the District.
The Drexelbrook Agreement is for the 2017 Penncrest Senior prom at no cost
to the District.
GASB 45 Valuation Agreement with Conrad Siegel Actuaries is a renewal for
actuarial services for compliance with GASB 45.
The District has been using Barbarcane, Thornton & Company for auditing
services since 1998. Their contract is up for renewal for the 2013/2014 fiscal
year. The Committee approved extending the contract for one additional year
and issuing an RFP for services next year.
Food Service RFP
This is the 5th year of a 5 year agreement with Chartwells. As a result, the
District was required by PDE to solicit an RFP for food service management
services. There were two final candidates, The Nutrition Group and
Chartwells. The Nutrition Group guarantee is $116,786 with a net profit of
$113,462. Chartwells guarantee is $85,000 with a net profit of $50,238. The
evaluation process was based on 8 factors with costs having the highest
weighted score. The evaluation committee consisted of the 3 food service
leads, Liz Schneider and Grace Eves. There was a tasting at the Ed Center
that included students from Penncrest, Springton Lake, Media Elementary
School, the evaluation team, a teacher and a principal. Based on the tasting,
site visits to RTMSD and Wissahickon School District, the team is
recommending awarding the proposal to Chartwells. Chartwells scored
higher overall than The Nutrition Group. The proposal will be for one year
with the option to renew for four additional one year terms.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board.
5.
2014/2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit approved its budget in March. The
Delaware County Intermediate Unit’s Operating Budget for the 2014/15 school
year is $8,015,245 for an increase of $244,693, which represents a 3.15%
increase from the current year. However, the contributions from school districts
will remain the same as the current year. Rose Tree Media's share is $78,119.65
which is the same amount for the current 2013/2014 fiscal year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board
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6.
2014/2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School Budget
The Delaware County Vocational-Technical School Budget was approved on
Wednesday, March 5th for the 2014/15 school year. The Budget is $11,952,008
for an increase of $377,735 and represents a 3.26% increase over the 2013/14
school year. The increase is due to increased retirement and health care costs.
Rose Tree Media's share is $257,484. This is an increase from the current
year’s amount of $211,024 and is due to an increase in enrollment of Rose Tree
Media students in Technical School programs based on a three year average
enrollment of 27.25 students. The 2014/15 Special Education Technical
Programs budget is $1,151,133 of which Rose Tree Media's share is $59,608,
which is an increase over the current year. This increase represents an increase
in the average daily membership in this program for the next school year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board
7.
2014/2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education Agreement
The total Special Education Program Budget for 2014/2015 is $21,672,894 which
is 7% less than the current year’s budget. Rose Tree Media’s share is
$1,012,298 million. Last year RTMSD’s share was approximately $1 million.
Approximately 50% of the agreement is paid for using IDEA funds.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board
8.
2014/2015 Delaware County Community College Budget
The Delaware County Community College approved its budget in March. Under
State law, the local sponsors’ obligation for support of the community college’s
operating budget is the total operating balance after all other sources of revenue
have been deducted. Each sponsoring school district’s share of the local
sponsor appropriation is equal to its proportionate share of the total real estate
market valuation of all twelve sponsoring districts, which now includes Chester
Upland. The School District’s Share is $1,113,230 which represents a decrease
of $13,684 from the previous year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board
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9.
Capital Improvements to The Delaware County Community College
The DCCC will be issuing $15 million of debt to make improvements to the
College’s Academic Building and Founders Hall which were constructed in 1972.
The debt service is included in the 2014/2015 budget.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative agenda for a vote of
the Board.
10.
2014/2015 Proposed Final Budget – PDE Form 2028
The District is required to adopt a proposed final budget not less than 30 days
before approving the final budget. Most of the information in the PDE 2028 has
been presented at Finance Committee meetings from December through March.
The Final budget is scheduled for approval at the May 22, Legislative Meeting.
The Proposed Final Budget will be approved at a Special Legislative Meeting on
April 8. The final budget will be on public display by May 2. The administration
will continue to review expenditures and revenues and will have an update at the
May 13, Finance Committee meeting. The tax increase cannot exceed 2.1%.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 8, Special Legislative Agenda for a
vote of the Board.
Public Comment: Two members of the public were present.
The next Finance Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Dedicated to Excellence
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
Mr. James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
April 11, 2014
Subject:
April 8, 2014 Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Elizabeth Schneider
_____________________________________________________________________
Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, John Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill O’Donnell, Harry
Postles and Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Ron Baldino, Anne Callahan, Dennis Cini, Grace Eves and James
Wigo
______________________________________________________________________
1.
Capital Project Updates
SLMS: Contractors are scheduled to be on site during Spring Break to work on
interior punch list items. A small sink hole developed in the driveway near an
inlet near the tennis courts. Gus Houtman reviewed the sink hole and a
contractor was called in to plate off the area.
Action: Discussion
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2.
2014/2015 Capital Projects Review
Heating Unit Replacements
Rose Tree Elementary Cabinet Unit Heaters at Entrance
Indian Lane Hallway Cabinet Unit Heaters
Glenwood Hallway Cabinet Unit Heaters
Rose Tree Elementary Heater Re-piping
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Bid Documents complete
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for April 16
Bid opening on April 29
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at May
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
HVAC Unit Replacements
Media Elementary Computer Server Room and Music Room
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Bid Documents complete
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for April 16
Bid opening on April 29
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at May
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Penncrest Toilet Room Lavatory Replacements
Indian Lane Hot Water Heater Replacements
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Bid Documents complete
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for April 16
Bid opening on April 29
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at May
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Indian Lane Interior Door Replacements
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for April 22
Bid opening on May 20
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
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Springton Lake Foundation Wall Waterproofing
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for May 7
Bid opening on June 3
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Interior Masonry Repair and Painting-Penncrest Aux. Gym
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for April 22
Bid opening on May 20
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Penncrest Exterior Masonry Repair
Media Elementary Lobby and 2nd Flr. Hallway
Penncrest Classrooms (8)
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for May 7
Bid opening on June 3
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Ceiling Replacements
Penncrest Toilet Rooms
Media Elementary Auditorium
Glenwood Elementary Classrooms
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for May 5
Bid opening on June 3
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
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Rose Tree Elementary Roof Replacement
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for May 6
Bid opening on June 3
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Media Elementary Lobby Flooring Replacement
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for May 6
Bid opening on June 3
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Glenwood Elementary Classroom VAT Removal
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Bid Documents to be completed in two weeks
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for mid-May
Bid opening on May 20
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Removal to start in late June
Glenwood Elementary Classroom Flooring Replacement
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting scheduled for April 22
Bid opening on May 20
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
Exterior Wall Water Leak Repairs at Indian Lane and Media Elementary
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Bid Documents in progress
Pre-Bid meeting date TBD
Bid opening date TBD
Recommendation for contract award to be presented at June
Operations Meeting
Construction to start in late June
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Media Elementary Window Hardware Replacements
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Window hardware manufacturer to provide sample window repair for
review by Architect and School District to determine if the repair
provides for ease in opening.
Action: Discussion
3.
Proposals
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Bonnett Associates, Inc.
The next round of capital projects is estimated to cost $619,000. Don
Bonnett’s proposal for professional services is $44,400 plus out-ofpocket expenses for items such as copying, postages and reproduction
of construction documents. The cost is about 7% of the projects costs.
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Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates, Inc.
The proposal is for third party monitoring services for asbestos removal
at Glenwood Elementary School. The District hires a third party to
oversee asbestos removal. The cost is approximately $11,000.
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G D Houtman
The Committee gave approval for a proposal from G D Houtman to
proceed with drawings and permitting for a turf field and outdoor track
to be installed at the stadium at Penncrest High School.
Action: The Committee gave its approval to move these items to the April 24,
Legislative agenda for a vote of the School Board.
Public Comment: none
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Dedicated to Excellence
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources
Date:
April 11, 2014
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting
Tracy Barusevisius, Chair
Anne D. Callahan
Director of Human Resources
Board Members in attendance: W. O’Donnell, L. Kinsler-Fox, N. Fronduti, J. Hanna, H.
Postles, E. Schneider, T. Barusevicius, Chair
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, J. Wigo, G. Eves, P. Linden and two members of the
public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The committee reviewed items to be brought to the Legislative meeting on April
24, 2014. Additional items will be added to the agenda as they come in and a
final version of the agenda will be sent to the Board for review prior to the
Legislative meeting.
Action: The committee agreed to place resolutions for these items on the April
24 Legislative agenda for a vote of the Board.
II.
AppliTrack Contract
Mrs. Callahan presented a contract with Aspex Solutions, the providers of our
AppliTrack our on-line application system. The contract was for the addition of
two modules, Teacher Fit and Job Fit. These modules will enhance our current
system by adding on-line screening tools for use with both professional
applicants and support applicants. The annual contract is in the amount of
$4050. Money for the contract is included in the 2013-2014 budget.
Action: The committee agreed to place a resolution on the agenda of the
Special Legislative Meeting of April 8, 2014, for a vote of the Board.
III.
Executive Session
An executive session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held on Tuesday, May 13,
2014, in the Board Room at the Education Center.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.565.5317
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo
Superintendent of Schools
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:
April 11, 2014
Subject:
April 8, 2014 Pupil Services/Special Education Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Ms. Nancy Fronduti
Pupil Services and Special Education
Committee Minutes
Overnight field trips
A request for an overnight field trip has been submitted for the Penncrest Science
Olympiad team to attend the State Championship at Juniata College, Juniata, PA
from 05/01-05/03/2014. Transportation costs totaling $3,400 and lodging and meal
costs totaling $2,200 are being paid by the District and students with the average
student costs being $180.00 dollars. Substitute costs total $816.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
A request for an overnight field trip has been submitted to offer an immersion trip to
Costa Rica for Penncrest students from 03/24/2015-04/2/2015. The cost to the
student is $2553. Substitute costs are $816.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
A request has been re-submitted to offer a French-Cultural Exchange in late
March, early April of 2015 to Paris and Avignon, France. The cost to the student is
approximately $3000.00 dollars.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
Contracts
An addendum to a contract with Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems has been
submitted. The addendum is for an additional four hours of service to be provided
at the Simon Youth Rose Tree Media Academy. Holcomb provides mental health
screening and drug/alcohol services to the District as a SAP coordinator.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
A contract has been submitted by Educan, Inc to provide SAT prep and
college/trade school transition services at the Rose Tree Media Simon Youth
Academy at the Granite Run Mall. The contract is for 8 hours of service/week for
40 weeks at the rate of $50.00/hr.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
A contract has been submitted by the Community Arts Center to provide Art
Instruction at the Rose Tree Media Simon Youth Academy at the Granite Run Mall.
The contract provides for three 40-50 minute classes per day on Tuesdays and
Thursdays for the school year. The total cost of the contract is $11,000.00 and
includes instruction, materials, and administrative costs.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
Settlement Agreements
An amendment to a settlement agreement that had been approved on has been
submitted for a special education student. The amendment to the settlement
agreement calls for an increase in tuition reimbursement from$14,000 to $20,000
for the 2013-12014 through the 2015-2016 school year. The amendment also
clarifies the right of the District to confirm tuition amount and financial
aid/scholarship monies received by the student’s family.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
A settlement agreement has been submitted for a special education student to
establish a trust fund not to exceed $20,000.00 dollars for reimbursement of
legitimate educational costs until 05/17/2018. The agreement was reached to settle
a dispute between the District and the student’s family. The agreement also calls
for payment of attorney fees in the amount of $20,000.00 dollars.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
Extended School Year Agreements:
Extended School Year services are required for eligible students under the
Individual with Disabilities Education Act.
1) Settlement Agreement- A settlement agreement for the provision of ESY
services has been submitted for a student to attend Arrowhead Day Camp in
West Chester, PA at the tuition rate of $3,109 for ESY services for summer of
2014, with additional reimbursement for compensatory occupational therapy
services for nine session for costs not covered by student’s medical insurance.
Tuition reimbursement is capped at the cost the District would incur to provide
ESY services in a District-run or contracted program.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
2) Settlement Agreement- A settlement agreement for the provision of ESY
services has been submitted for a student to attend Elwyn T-camp at the tuition
rate of $3,570 for ESY services for summer of 2014, with additional
reimbursement for compensatory occupational therapy services for five
sessions for costs not covered by student’s medical insurance. Tuition
reimbursement is capped at the cost the District would incur to provide ESY
services in a District-run or contracted program.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
Board Policy
The following Board Policies are submitted for review for a second reading. They contain
the recommended changes from PSBA.
1. 113.1-Discipline of Students with Disabilities
2. 113.2-Positive Behavior Support Plan
3. 113.4- Confidentiality of Special Education Student Information
4. 138-Limited English Proficiency Program
5. 216- Student Records
6. 201-Admission of Students
7. 202-Eligibility of Nonresident students
Action: This item will be moved to the April 24, Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Board.
Rose Tree Media Special Education Plan: 2014-2017
There was discussion of the possible alternative locations for the Simon Youth Academy
as a result of the sale of the Granite Run Mall. Pros and cons of various locations were
discussed including the financial impact of the various locations. The Committee reached
consensus to move forward with the plan to re-locate the SYA program at Penncrest.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.891.0959
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
Patti Linden
Director of Technology
and Information Science
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Patti Linden
Date:
April 11, 2014
Subject:
Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for April 8, 2014
Chairperson: Mr. Harry Postles
~ American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) Agreement
Late in February, Widener University informed our district that they will be terminating
the present agreement we have with them for Internet Services. In the present model,
our district shared Internet bandwidth from Widener with 5 other Delaware County
districts. Recently, most of these districts have moved to some form of one-to-one
initiatives and the provision of bandwidth for each of the districts has put a strain on
what Widener can provide. Since they must upgrade their infrastructure to provide all
the districts with the necessary bandwidth, they are increasing their price by $31,000
per year. The Technology Department decided to look to other resources that would
provide bandwidth before we would agree to pay the increased pricing. We would need
to apply to ARIN for our own Internet Protocol (IP) Addresses in order to make RTMSD
independent of Internet Service Providers. Currently, our IP addresses are provided by
Widener, and also owned by them. The cost of our own IP addresses would be $500
and a $500 per year maintenance fee. The request was made to bring forward a
resolution for this agreement on the April 8 Special Legislative meeting.
Action: Approval at April 8, 2014 Special Legislative Meeting
~ Internet Service Provider Update
The new agreement that Widener is offering consists of a 3 year agreement only that
may lock us out of E-Rate reimbursement money, which is 40% of what we pay, for the
entire term of the agreement. Because they notified us one day before the E-Rate filing
deadline, we could possibly lose that money for next year. Ron Harris investigated other
sources of Internet providers and we requested a one year agreement price so that if
we do not qualify for the reimbursements, it would be for that one year only. We would
then be able to issue an RFP and meet all E-Rate deadlines next year to regain our
reimbursements for the future. Among the reputable Internet Service Providers that we
found, we are recommending WCiT, West Canaan Information Technology, LLC, for the
most cost effective solution of $36,000 per year.
Action: This item will be on the April 24 Legislative Agenda for a vote of the Board.
~ Sunesys Addendum
Our current agreement with Sunesys provides fiber connectivity to Widener University.
That cost is $12,000 per year. In order for us to get connectivity to WCiT as our Internet
provider for next year, Sunesys would have to provide fiber from here to 401 North
Broad Street in Philadelphia, where that connection is centered. Sunesys is providing us
with an Addendum to the original connectivity agreement that will inactivate the
connection to Widener and provide the connection to Philaldelphia for a cost of $15,000
per year. This item is E-Rate reimbursable.
Action: The Sunesys Addendum will be on the April 24 Legislative Agenda for a vote of
the Board.
~ Microsoft Server Product Purchasing Group Participation Agreement
Historically, RTMSD has operated the network as a Novell E-Directory structure. As we
begin to test our equipment for updates and new images for next year, we have found
that there is underdevelopment and incompatibilities with Apple integration. We will
therefore need to switch to a Microsoft Active Directory structure in order for the Apple
equipment to work properly. In order for us to purchase Microsoft servers and other
products in a cost effective solution, we can enter into an Agreement with LancasterLebanon IU 13. This Agreement offers consortium pricing on a state contract.
Action:
Board.
This Agreement will be on the April 24 Legislative Agenda for a vote of the
Next meeting: Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. in the Education Center Board
Room
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – April 24, 2014
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarteners are busy learning all about shapes. For homework, they are searching
their homes to identify objects that are circles, triangles, squares and rectangles. They
are working hard at identifying things that are flat (2 dimensional) and fat (3 dimensional)
in both their homes and in their classrooms.
First Grade
The first graders are really enjoying their new reading workshop unit. The children are
learning that good readers who are passionate about subjects will read anything they can
get their hands on to learn more about that subject. In their reading bins, they’re collecting
non-fiction sources, fiction sources, realistic fiction sources and poetry sources to learn
more about their topics. They’re becoming experts on their subjects and are teaching
others about the interesting information they’re learning.
Second Grade
Second graders participated in a living history museum this month. They chose a leader
who has made a difference in his or her community to study. They wrote a two-paragraph
biography report about the person. They created a poster showing scenes from that
person’s life. On April 11, they dressed up as that person to share what they learned with
visitors who came to our “museum”.
Third Grade
Third graders have started biography book clubs and have been working on building
knowledge on the genre. They have been discussing struggles, motivations, and what
their subject has learned while going through these struggles. In writing, students have
been writing several adaptations to Fairy Tales and will end our unit of study with their
own, original fairy tale.
Fourth Grade
The Franklin Institute will be visiting Glenwood Elementary School on April 23.
Presenters will focus their sharing on physical science experiments. Fourth graders will
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learn more about gravity, potential and kinetic energy, density, and the laws of physics as
they prepare for the Science PSSA’s.
Fifth Grade
Fifth graders began their science fair projects this month. First, they participated in a
classroom project. Each class did a different experiment, but each focused on ensuring
they only had one independent variable while controlling all other factors. Then, students
brainstormed topics in which they are interested and what types of things within that topic
they could explore through experimentation. Next, they designed an experiment they
could do on their own. Next month, they will conduct their experiments and come to
conclusions about what they learned.
Writing Club
The fourth graders in Mrs. Cook’s Book Nook and the Fifth Grade Writing Club have
finished with the winter session. The participants in each grade level have produced a
wonderful booklet of poems and short stories about the winter holidays, winter sports, and
snow (endless snow!). Each participating student, each fourth and fifth grade teacher,
and Mr. Bucci have received a copy of their collected work. Copies are also on display in
the library. All of the fifth graders and many of the fourth graders in these groups have
submitted poems to the “Young Poets of Delaware County” poetry competition. Good
luck to them all!
Poetry Month
April is Poetry Month, and this year Glenwood celebrated in style!
The RTM library staff planned a community-wide celebration of poetry to take place
during the week of April 21 – 26.
The main idea was for everyone—students, school staff, community members—to have a
“Poem in Your Pocket” at all times to share with family, friends, classmates, and teachers.
Media Borough businesses also supported literacy by offering a treat to anyone sharing a
poem with them on Friday and Saturday of that week.
All elementary school libraries were provided with “poetry pockets”—pocket-shaped cutouts with short poems already printed for students to read and select. Students could
also use favorite poems or their own creations.
Mrs. Cook worked with each class during their library time, kindergarten through fifth
grade. The “pockets” were spread out on the tables, and, after Mrs. Cook shared some
poetry with the students, they spent time looking through the pockets and finding a poem
that “spoke” to them. Many of the students were so excited, they asked if they could have
more than one! A group of fifth-grade students volunteered to come to the library during
their lunch and recess times to help first graders select poems.
All of Glenwood was ready for “Poem in Your Pocket” week, when the whole school
enjoyed reading and sharing poetry.
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Glenwood student returns as published illustrator.
Former Glenwood student William Kirkpatrick has illustrated a recently-published book,
The Flower Children: A Story of Peace and Love and All Good Things! Written by Judith
Kristen, this book is filled with inspiring messages and wonderful life lessons. It also pays
homage to The Beatles, with their song titles cleverly woven into the story and artwork.
Will recently returned to Glenwood Elementary School to present a copy of the book to
librarian Kathy Cook. During his visit, Will was interviewed by fourth graders Liam Fickes
and Brynn O’Neill. An article will appear in the school newspaper, The Glenwood Times.
Glenwood prepares to join the Relay for Life
At Glenwood , we are getting excited about the upcoming Relay for Life to be held at
Penncrest High School on Saturday May 17. Relay For Life benefits the American
Cancer Society in its efforts to support cancer prevention, awareness, and research. This
year, since the Relay for Life is planned to be a family-friendly event, we hope that many
Glenwood families will join in supporting this great cause. There will be a special area on
the field for Glenwood families to gather and enjoy the day. Our goal is to have at least 3
people representing Glenwood--carrying the Glenwood batons—walking on the track for
each hour of the event. Some may be walking to proudly represent cancer survivors;
some may be walking in honor of a loved one; some to remind us how far we have come
in cancer detection, treatment, and prevention. We have asked that families register to
participate. An E-Blast went out to inform people how to sign up for the “Glenwood
Elementary Team.” We will be having some fun events at school to help the kids raise
money to support the American Cancer Society. Look for an exciting Penny Challenge
coming after Spring Break! Glenwood students really enjoy the Penny Challenge, and Mr.
Bucci has challenged us with this wild and crazy goal: if Glenwood raises $1000 for Relay
for Life, Mr. Bucci will dye his hair a brilliant Glenwood Green! With our whole school
participating, that goal is definitely attainable, so we sure hope that Mr. Bucci is getting
that green dye ready!
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
I think we can safely say that we have finally turned the corner and SPRING IS HERE!
Our students are excited to finally get outside for recess and run off some energy!
We wrapped up our Reading and Math sections of PSSA testing for grades 3, 4 and 5
and our Writing section for grade 5. We think our students were well prepared and hope
they “did their best, on the test”. Our fourth graders will take the Science PSSA tests at
the end of the month.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students at Indian Lane have been studying the weather. They have
observed and graphed the number of cloudy, windy, sunny, and rainy days as winter has
turned into spring! They made windy day flags, collected rainwater, and found pictures in
the cumulus clouds! March "roared in like a lion, and out like a lamb". Will "April showers
bring May flowers"? Stay tuned to the kindergarten meteorologists report!
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First Grade
In math, first graders have been measuring up a storm. First, we measured length by
using both standard and non-standard units. They even got to try out a 12-inch ruler.
Second, we measured time by telling the correct time to the hour and half-hour. Last, we
measured using money. We identified the heads and tails of each coin, named the coins
and their values and then challenged ourselves to count mixed combinations of coins. In
writing, first graders just finished up a persuasive writing unit. We became expert review
writers. The children learned what makes up a good review and how to support our
opinions with concrete evidence, examples, facts, and specific details. The first graders
wrote movie reviews, restaurant reviews, game/app reviews and book reviews. Starting
with a catchy hook and ending with a strong opinion statement really made their
published reviews sound fabulous! In social studies, first graders just wrapped up a
geography unit on basic map skills. We learned how to use a map key and a compass
rose to move around on community maps, a map of our country and on a world map. We
really focused on understanding that we are a part of a big world - starting with the small
component of the house number we live in, to the town, state, and so on. Using an atlas
and globe as tangible resources really brought out a good amount of excitement!
Second Grade
In Reading Workshop, we generated reading goals for ourselves and have just finished a
unit on reading books in a series. We discovered patterns and pushed ourselves to think
deeper about our series. We also identified themes and big ideas and compared and
contrasted characters across a series. In celebration of Read Across America Day, the
second graders also participated in reading and writing centers. In Word Study, we
focused on digraphs. We also practiced our editing skills for spelling, capitalization,
punctuation and sentence structure. In Math, we focused on Place Value. We solved 2digit addition and subtraction problems, both with and without regrouping. We began with
the rods and units and progressed to the algorithm. We also rounded numbers and
worked with data from a table. We learned how to identify odd and even numbers and
added 3 multi-digit numbers together. We continue to practice fractions, time and money
as well. In Writing Workshop, we have been immersed in poetry! We have read and
written many poems including Haiku, Acrostic, Diamonte, Shape, Color/Concrete, I Am
From, Bio and List. In Social Studies, we discovered the way of life of the Plains and
Eastern Woodland Native Americans. Of course, the highlight was our trip to Tyler
Arboretum where we were introduced to how the Lenape lived in this area so many years
ago.
Third Grade
Third grade students are studying biographies. They are learning about the struggles and
motivations and eras of the biography subjects. Students will select one subject and
create a living biography project to teach their classmates and parents about that
person's life. During writing students are adapting fairy tales. They are enjoying
identifying elements of fairy tales and trading these items out for more modern or silly
items. Students are working as a class and in partnerships. In math students are
becoming comfortable with multiplication and division. They are working on two-digit
multiplication and basic division with and without remainders. In science students are
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wrapping up a study of the solar system. After spring break we will be studying
embryology with the arrival of our chick eggs.
Fourth Grade
Under the direction of our amazing music director, Mrs. Battavio, fourth graders
performed a variety of crowd-pleasing tunes and their annual Celebration of Music. The
show included an original song by composer, Ben Kapilow, who was there to provide a
piano accompaniment. Parents and audience members were also involved in the fun
while dancing along to a Russian folk dance, "Sasha." Congratulations to Mrs. Battavio
and the fourth grade students
Fifth Grade
After spending the better part of three weeks in PSSA testing, fifth graders are looking
forward to their well-earned spring break. After we return our efforts will be directed
toward preparations for our Science Fair coming up later in May. We are also anticipating
the blossoming of the tulips we planted last December. They began to emerge in midMarch when the soil temperature reached 40˚F. If you're driving by the school in the next
few weeks, enjoy the spectacular crimson display around the flagpole.
Fifth Grade Musical – 101 Dalmations
Our 5th grade is working hard at preparing for our 5th grade musical this May. Instead of a
traditional Spring Concert, all 5th graders will be acting, dancing and singing in two
performances of Walt Disney’s “101 Dalmations.” Cast members auditioned in January
and have been rehearsing before school for the last 4 months in order to get ready. Any
5th grader who was not cast will be participating in the show’s chorus and rehearsals
during their General Music class. All students are busy designing their costumes,
memorizing their parts, and practicing their dance moves. Fifth graders in Miss Devine
and Mrs. Preg’s Sketchbook Club are designing the necessary scenery. This has been a
wonderful opportunity for the students to not only develop their artistic talents but to build
bonds, friendships and memories that will last.
Art
This spring’s art exhibit highlighted the work completed by students in grades one through
five. The first grade art curriculum reviews portrait, landscape, still-life, seascape and
line, shape and color. The children learn the basic elements and principles of art and how
to apply these foundations to their work. The second grade art curriculum focuses on “Art
around the World.” The children experience cultures around the world and learn how
varying heritage can impact a work of art. The third grade art curriculum concentrates on
“Art through Time.” The children travel through time to understand art from its primitive
beginnings to our present day. The fourth grade art curriculum highlights art from the
regions of the United States. Their work emphasizes images inspired by artists or people
of a specific region. The state of Pennsylvania is a focal point of particular interest. The
fifth grade art curriculum emphasizes “American Beginnings.” The class studies our
country from its colonial birth. The work reflects our founding fathers’ era as well as the
artists of that time. As a pre-concert greeting, The Dancing Bobcats, Amelia Phillips,
Monica Ferrier, Kimberly Bonilla, Miranda Muller, Maddie Knower, Avery Anderson and
Emma Chester performed a jazz dance to the song “Happy” under the direction of Mrs.
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Anderson and Mrs. Phillips. Special thanks to all the parent volunteers and school aides
who gave so much of their time and talent in the presentation of the art work.
Student Council
Our Student Council sponsored a dodge ball tournament for our third, fourth and fifth
graders. Teams were chosen by Mr. Ryan Lewis, one of the Student Council advisors,
and the games were held on Friday afternoon, March 21st. Each team played two double
elimination games each with a two minute time limit. Everyone had a good time. And the
money raised will support the SPCA. Student Council also sponsored a “Skate Night” for
all Indian Lane students at Ice Works. This was held on March 28 from 5:15-7:30 p.m.
and in addition to skating, pizza and snacks were served. This ever-popular family event
was well attended and the Student Council did an excellent job coordinating this.
PTG Happenings
Parents and students enjoyed a night of dancing to the beat of Country (and more!)
music. Our first ever Country Line Dancing night (NO, not square dancing) was a huge
success. City Slickers and Country Kickers dance group provide the instruction and
taught us how to kick up our heels. Every Indian Lane Student received a FREE cowboy
hat. Girl Scout Troop 5671 designed and ran some western games which were a huge
success. Mrs. Battavio worked with the students during music class the week prior to the
dance to build excitement and confidence for this wonderful night. By order of the Sheriff,
all students were accompanied by an adult and resulted in over 250 parents and students
in attendance. Special thanks to Troop 5671 and their parents: Maggie Allison, Mary
Kate Cosgrove, Emily Fiorella, Kira Higgins, Hannah Jacobi, Zahra Khan, Jessica
Mantegna, Cheyenne Nicely, Riley Signor, Savannah Snyder, Alyssa Swain and Kylie
White.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
100th “Birthday” Celebration
The celebration began on Friday, April 4. Everyone in the school got a special t-shirt and
a birthday pennant. Birthday cake was served during lunches. We ended the day with an
all-school assembly. Each grade level presented a song/dance from a different decade.
We traveled through the decades until we reached the present. Then we counted up with
some big beach balls being tossed around the gym and sang “Happy Birthday!”
On Friday night, our PTG sponsored a Variety Show whose theme was “Through the
Decades.” Grade level acts, a faculty act, and many individual acts made up a fabulous
show. SLMS was kind enough to host the event.
Sunday, April 6 was our Community Open House. We were well prepared although we
really did not know how many/what to expect. As things turned out, at least 500-600
community members, alumni, teachers, parents, and students attended. We had a brief
ceremony in the auditorium. Mr. Hanna, Mr. Wigo, Mrs. Kotch, Mrs. Walker and Mrs.
Hooven spoke, the Mustang Chorale performed, and we watched a video created by fifth
grade teacher Evan O’Neill. Guests were invited to peek in classrooms, visit throughout
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the school, view special displays and a comprehensive time line, enjoy music performed
by the SLMS Honor Strings, and have refreshments that included a cake replica of Media
School. One of our PTG officers, Dr. Nancy Holst, was our “historian.” She gathered
artifacts and historical information that resulted in an amazing atrium display and a
comprehensive time line of Media School history. It was interesting to see alumni
gathered around the timeline and reminiscing about the rich history of our school. Photo
and newspaper articles from the past and the present were also on display. The Open
House was a smashing success. The event was a gift that the Media staff wanted to give
the community and we think that the gift was much appreciated. Happy 100th Birthday
Media School!!
The video that was shown at our Open House is available on the Media School web site.
Kindergarten
We are pleased to collaborate with West Chester University by inviting their junior year
practicum students into our classrooms. These students gain firsthand experience
teaching children in a wide variety of skills. They help the teachers to offer yet another
dose of necessary differentiated instruction. The students and their supervisor, Katie
Solic, spend two mornings per week at Media School.
Grade 1
Grade 1 plunged head first into our second annual Science Symposium. For several
weeks, first graders were immersed in studying the five senses, understanding
organisms, and developing concepts of balancing and weighing. During the symposium,
five classes were merged into three heterogeneously grouped science classes. The newly
formed student groups rotated daily through three classrooms in which their teachers
team taught the enriched content of organisms and balancing/weighing. Students
cultivated knowledge about the scientific process, living and non-living things, what living
things need to survive, arthropods, isopods, plants and animals, the concepts and
challenges of balancing items, and, finally, the complexities of weighing objects. Students
expanded their skills in the area of predicting, applying background knowledge,
observing, experimenting, and recording results on graphs and tables. The reading of
content area non-fiction text gave students the opportunity to practice using applicable
reading strategies. Daily opportunities to communicate ideas, observations, and
experiences through writing, drawing, and discussion revealed the use of higher level
thinking skills. Through their science symposium, students developed interests in
exploring the characteristics of plants and animals and in investigating balancing and
weighing in the everyday world. Class discussions and students’ written work
demonstrated positive attitudes towards the diversity of life, as well as awareness that
humans are similar to other living things.
Second Grade
Second grade concluded an economics unit with their “Second Grade Shops.” Each
student used the information they acquired to create a store, price and advertise their
goods and/or services and then sell their merchandise. Then they had to evaluate how
they did on the first day and decide if they needed to make changes in their pricing and
stocking for the second day of shopping. It was a fun and educational way to learn about
goods, services, wants, needs, and “smart” shopping. Seed to Snack came to teach the
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students about legumes including peas, garbanzo beans and edamame. Once again,
they sampled delicious snacks that used locally grown produce. Second grade performed
a rendition of YMCA for their variety show act. Mr. Kalbach and the other grade two
teachers clearly had as much fun as the children.
Third Grade
Third grade students at Media Elementary have just finished two exciting science units.
They wrapped up their study of the solar system (earth-sun-moon relationships) with a
mini-science fair. Students worked in a cross-curricular unit of study on research in
language arts to support this unit. Students learned research techniques and applied
them to their work on independent projects. Students were given creative liberty to
choose the type of project they wanted to complete as their way of showing their
expertise on a topic. The students also participated in the Delaware County 4H
Embryology Program. The students learned about the life cycle of a chick and how to
care for chicks as well. Students were responsible for checking the temperature and
water level, and for turning the eggs as “surrogate mother hens.” Classrooms were given
ten eggs, each, of many different breeds. Students made observations about the eggs
and the chicks and enjoyed learning through this engaging process. Each classroom had
at least six eggs hatch, with one classroom having all ten eggs hatch.
Grade 4
Grade 4 presented their annual “Celebration of Music” in honor of Music in Our School’s
Month. The students offered a “model classroom” experience to the audience which
included singing, dancing, movement, and instruments. Each musical work was carefully
chosen to parallel content covered in fourth grade Social Studies.
Grade 5
The fifth grade students have been working on their research projects. Topics ranging
from “The Hidden Children of the Holocaust” to “Coral Reefs” and everything in between
have been explored. The students are learning to not only gather “gems” of information,
but also to do the real work of THINKING about the information and generating ideas,
thoughts, and feelings. Their final paper is due on May 2 and then they will focus on their
board display for The research Fair on May 21.
Music
Congratulations to Elizabeth Hughes, Nina Morroni and Dillon Rice who represented
Media Elementary School at The Pennsylvania Music Educators’ Association District 12
Chorus Fest held at Chichester High School on April 11th. This elite singing experience
challenged the participants’ musical skills and resulted in a wonderful concert program
that evening. Mrs. Verdeur accompanied her students. The Mustang Chorale proudly
performed at the Media 100th Birthday Celebration. When making musical selections, Mrs.
Verdeur researched and happened upon a program used when the building was
rededicated in the 1940’s. Our children sang the same songs that were performed then,
including a song called “Bless This House.” There was a wonderful connection between
past and present. The spring concert at Media will be held on Thursday, May 8 at 7 PM.
All are invited.
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Physical Education
The students have worked on non-manipulative movements such as stretching, jumping
and landing, transferring weight, balancing, rolling, twisting, and turning through
gymnastic activities. The students have also played a series of net games and learned
the fundamental skills and sport etiquette for those activities. The gymnastics unit is also
a favorite. Physical education teacher Timothy Fink was named Acme “Teacher of the
Month.” His photo is on display at the local Media Acme.
Variety Show
Our PTG planned a wonderful Variety Show that fit right in with our 100 year theme.
Songs/dances from different decades were performed as grade level acts and there were
many excellent individual acts as well.
PSSA Testing
We are just completing the first phase of PSSA testing. Grade 4 Science will occur after
spring break. The students worked really hard and showed themselves to be dedicated,
hardworking, and excited to “show what they know.”
Title 1 Night
We held a very successful Title 1 Parent Night. After a delicious pizza supper, Dr.
Marjorie DelBello (author of Parents of Happy High Achievers) spoke to parents about
raising competent children. She shared anecdotes from her book and gave many specific
strategies. The students had a great time in the gym with Mr. Fink.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Physical Education
Rose Tree Elementary School held its annual Jump Rope for Heart event on Wednesday, April 2,
2014. The 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students did an amazing job and raised $4,825.74 for The
American Heart Association. These same students also participated in the Elementary Fitness
Challenge and many earned certificates for Improvement, Achievement, and Excellence in
physical fitness. The students in all grades are continuing to practice for Field Day which coming
up in May. The theme for Field Day this year is “Cooperation and Teamwork.”
Kindergarten
Kindergarten began working in Unit 5 of Reading Workshop, which focuses on
Informational Texts. Students have been learning the parts of an informational book,
strategies readers use while reading informational texts, and the importance of reading
several books on the same topic to compare and contrast. Throughout the school year,
students have been working on mastering the reading of high frequency words both in
text and out of text. To celebrate the success of learning 60 words, students participated
in a “Kindergarten Carnival.” Activities and learning games were designed to reinforce
high frequency word knowledge. Several parent volunteers attended the Carnival and
were an integral component of its success! In math class, the students have focused on
the fundamentals of addition and subtraction using manipulatives to help demonstrate
mathematical equations. On Friday, April 4th, the kindergarten classes joined together for
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the Rose Tree Revue, sponsored by the PTG, performing a dance to the theme song
from the hit PBS television show “Arthur.” The students and teachers had a great time
performing together!
Second Grade
Second graders at Rose Tree were given the opportunity to join the "10 for 10 Club" by
reading over spring break. Students were encouraged to read 30 minutes each day. As
a member of the "10 for 10 Club" students were rewarded with their name on a poster
displayed in the school, 10 extra minutes of recess, a prize from the class treasure chest,
a certificate, pencil, bookmark and homework pass. Many children excitedly participated
in this reading incentive program that was designed to encourage a love of reading
outside of school with the intent of creating lifelong readers.
Fourth Grade
As a part of our study of Ecosystems, fourth grade students constructed and observed
eco-towers. These towers were made from 2-liter soda bottles that were cut and pieced
together. In the lower portion of the towers, the students created a self-sustaining
aquarium complete with oxygenating plants, mosquito fish, and pond snails. In the top
portion of the towers, they built terrariums. First, they grew several types of plants from
seeds. Then they added crickets and pill bugs. Upon observing the eco-towers, the
students learned about respiration, photosynthesis, and the water cycle. They also
studied food chains and how producers, consumers, and decomposers all work together
in an ecosystem. The unit culminated with a study of how humans impact the
environment and what can be done to protect the ecosystem in which we live.
ESOL
In ESOL, kindergarten learned about “Things That Go”, with a focus on types of
transportation and vehicle parts. First grade created story maps and learned sequencing
strategies to retell stories based on animals. “Seed to Sandwich” was the theme for
second grade, which learned about where our food comes from. Third grade learned
about the life cycle of a plant and how text features, such as diagrams and captions, can
help us learn more about particular topics. Problem solving and expressing ideas and
opinions were recent topics for fourth grade. It’s been a fun and busy time in ESOL, and
the students have been continuing to work hard and improve on their language
proficiency.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
The following Students of the Month for the month of April were honored at a breakfast
this morning with their parents/guardians and teachers: Team 6-1: Alexis Laliberte and
Tyler Kane; Team 6-2: Sara Brower and David Cage; Team 6-3: Jamie Dinella
and
Hannah Casanova; Team 7-1: Katherine Sparling and James Riley McGowan; Team 7-2:
Julia Colizzo and Alexander Prokop; Team 7-3: Daniel Nolan and Megan Arndt; Team
8-1: Margaret McCall and Derek Kazunas; Team 8-2: Logan O'Donnell and David
Tomlinson; Team 8-3: Matthew Gress and Rachel Corner.
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Ms. Sycz's grade eight students have completed painting their clay figures incorporating
their understanding of color theory to mix the paint colors. Students also reviewed proper
placement of facial features and the shapes needed to represent those areas on their clay
figures. To end this sculpture unit, students are in the process of comparing and
contrasting three famous sculptures: Michelangelo's "Pieta", Auguste Rodin's "The
Thinker" and Constantin Brancusi's "The Kiss". Some students have begun the
descriptive writing assignment using one of the mentioned sculptures as the subject.
Seventh grade students finished making a series of prints. Students wrote about their
experience with printmaking advising future seventh grade students about key points
necessary to be successful. Paintings and prints by Edvard Munch were shown to the
students to illustrate how the unique qualities of the medium affect the final message of
the artwork. Also students were able to see how the elements of art such as line, shape
and color can strongly communicate powerful emotions to the viewer when expertly used
by the artist. The seventh grade students have begun their sculpture unit reviewing basic
storage of clay and safely handling clay. The students have been instructed to observe
the differences in the elements of art now going to be used in the sculpture unit compared
to the elements used in the other projects completed this year. The focus will now be on
form rather than shape. However students will continue to use the principle of proportion.
Students have begun to start sculpting an animal beginning with the form of a large egg.
Grade six students have been instructed in all of the clay techniques needed to construct
their bird sculptures which includes the environment. Students have learned to make
basic forms, attach clay, properly store clay, handle clay safely, remove air pockets, roll a
large slab of clay and make a pinch pot. Creative thinking by the students has been used
to think of a natural or whimsical setting for the bird. Grade six students are now
executing their plans.
Mrs. Going's eighth grades are working to complete their ceramic figure. This construction
project works with clay reinforcing the element of form and the principles of proportion,
emphasis and repletion/pattern, as well as proper handling and use of materials and
tools. Elegant dresses, suits and ties, shorts, t-shirts and much more are all being created
out of clay for their figures! Amazing things happen as students transform a slab of moist
clay into a well-proportioned dressed figure sculpted by them and with the knowledge
they have learned over the last 3 years at Springton Lake! Students have also completed
a home work project, The Art of Paper Quilling or Paper Filigree. This is a craft developed
in Europe for those who couldn't afford the actual precious metal work. It was to mimic the
gold and silver filigree medallions worn by prominent church members during the
Renaissance .In conjunction with their ceramic figure and the study of the Renaissance,
students will begin learning the components of a formal analysis and will analyze
Michelangelo's Pieta following this format. Seventh grades have completed their fabulous
ceramic fish project and now move back to two dimensions. Students learn firsthand the
element of value by creating a pencil value scale and then use color by blending colors to
create value, or shadows and highlights. As students complete the exercise, they move to
developing an original travel poster or advertisement. Throughout the lesson, the
elements of color, value and space are reviewed and as well as the principles of
emphasis, balance, contrast and unity. The final project will include block letters in
proportion with the addition of 1 point linear perspective to make them three dimensional
and atmospheric perspectives to develop a well-balanced advertisement promoting a
location in the world of their choice. Let’s see where they are inspired to go! Sixth grades
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are working so darn hard on their Relief Sculpture based on the Aztec Sun. A review of
color theory and mixing promotes some amazing painted suns. Photographs will be taken
of a few of the finest and sent to CBS Sunday morning Show whose logo is the sun! A
final creative writing based on the students’ art will be the culminating assignment for this
unit!
Mrs. Prior's eighth grade students are finalizing their illuminated manuscript pages and
preparing them for display. Seventh grade students are working on a color and design
project dealing with the principles of balance, contrast, unity, emphasis and variety. The
elements of color, value, line, shape, and space are being stressed in the drawing and the
painting of the assignment. Sixth graders have taken on the role of the art critic in order to
write reviews of their art. In the assignment, they are weaving their knowledge of subject,
theme, and style together with descriptions of the paintings. Using Googledocs, the
students and I are able to read and edit the work at school and at home. As a result,
students are continuing to develop their writing and critical thinking skills.
Guidance
The guidance office is pleased to report that all of our students in grades six, seven, and
eight have completed the math and reading PSSA tests. We have been busy coordinating
every aspect of testing from preparation of materials and training of teachers to
accounting for and packing up all the test and answer books. Our eighth grade students
have also taken the writing PSSA.
Language Arts
In sixth grade language arts classes, students are immersed in poetry in celebration of
National Poetry month and the long-awaited spring. Students will discuss, analyze, and
enjoy works by famous poets such as Robert Frost, Maya Angelou, Emily Dickinson,
Langston Hughes, and Ogden Nash, as well as contemporary children's poets such as
Rebecca Kai Dotlich and the ever-popular Shel Silverstein. Students will also create their
own poems in various formats and styles. Ongoing studies in vocabulary,
comprehension, and written expression will support the kids in their academic endeavors.
Seventh grade language arts students have been reading the novel Soldier's Heart by
Gary Paulsen. The novel tells the story of a 15 year-old Union boy who lies about his age
to sign up for the Union Army. The novel is partly a work of fiction, but is based on a real
union soldier, Charley Goddard, who really did lie about his age to enlist in the First
Minnesota Volunteers. The novel ties in with our Social Studies unit on the Civil War.
Students will participate in activities to strengthen their reading strategies and their
analysis of text. As the unit concludes, students will begin new novel units in literature
circles. There will be several titles to choose from at each level.
Mrs. Raichek's Language Arts class recently completed its study of The Diary of Anne
Frank, which included a field trip to the Media Theatre to see a live performance of the
play. Mrs. McCarthy (8th grade Social Studies) and Mrs. Raichek piloted a "crosscurricular" approach to the teaching of this play (found in the 8th grade Language Arts
textbook) to better incorporate the history of the time during which the story took place.
One of the elements of this unit was a diary project, which combined blog entries on both
teachers' websites, and a personal reflection by the students, which could take the form
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of an audio, video or written version. The diary entries required the students to reflect
and connect to the text of the play read in class, and to consider the historical context
they learned in social studies. At the start of the unit, the students undertook a computer
"web-quest" to gather more background on the Frank family and other members of the
Secret Annex, and they also participated in a Socratic Seminar-style discussion.
Library
April has arrived, and while showers have been abundant, poetry – and not rain – is what
is filling the air at Springton Lake. April is National Poetry Month, and Poem in Your
Pocket Week is the much anticipated event whereby students may share a poem with a
participating Media business to earn a treat. Teachers read poems during the morning
and afternoon announcement times, and many of the language arts classes focus their
studies on poetry during this month. The library has created several displays to highlight
and promote the world of poetry, and students are encouraged to not only read, but to
also try their hand at writing, poetic pieces. The other exciting event of April is the
upcoming Reading Olympics competition to be held at Interboro High School. Mrs. Patton
and Mrs. Ekström are co-sponsors of the Reading Olympics Club, and SLMS has two
teams gearing up for the event. Students have been working hard to read and “quiz” one
another on a list of 45 books in preparation for the competition, and students are putting
in extra practice time to get ready for the big night. We wish them all the best in the
upcoming competition.
Math
Once Geometry students finished their work with the Pythagorean Theorem and their first
experience with trigonometric ratios they took a brief respite from the Geometry
curriculum to review pre-algebra and algebra concepts that will more of a PSSA focus.
Using self-readiness assessments, the students guided the review by focusing on those
topics that required the most review. Their maturity and sincerity enhanced their
engagement along with their success. Once testing began classes reviewed a PBS
Frontline special that introduced them to the shapes known as fractals. Once they viewed
the film they took time to create their own fractal designs. Lastly, we read the first chapter
of Lincoln Barnett's The Universe and Dr. Einstein in class and discussed some of
science's contributions since the 1800's. This included a forward written by Dr. Einstein
himself.
Our Algebra I students are working on Solving Systems of Linear Equations and
Inequalities. They were introduced to several strategies to solving systems of linear
equations—making a table of values, graphing, substitution, and elimination. They
discovered that each strategy works best in different situations. Our next chapter brings
us to polynomials—simplifying polynomials through addition, subtraction, and
multiplication—and moving toward factoring polynomials and solving quadratic equations.
We only have one marking period left. Just a quick reminder—our Algebra I students will
be having a two-day final exam in the beginning of June. More information will be given
at a later date.
Our eighth graders have explored the coordinate plane, exponential terms, right triangles,
and the Pythagorean Theorem. These skills and concepts were applied to geography and
map reading. Students calculated the area of irregular shapes. Algebraic skills were
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applied when finding the unknown lengths of triangles and other shapes. Eighth grade
math teachers shared resources and materials to devise the most effective lessons that
would supplement the curriculum and address state-assessed skills.
In Seventh grade Accelerated math, we have worked through the book Growing,
Growing, Growing. In this book, students explored situations that involved repeated
doubling, tripling, and quadrupling and were introduced to one of the essential features of
many exponential patterns: rapid growth. They developed rules for operating with
exponents and examined patterns among the ones digits of powers. Students concluded
the unit by applying the laws of exponents and exponential relationships and comparing
their patterns with linear relationships.
In Seventh grade math, students worked through the book, Accentuate the Negative. In
this book, students developed algorithms for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
integers. They enjoyed testing their algorithms in different scenarios and real-life
situations to see if they continually held true. Students also applied the Commutative and
Distributive Properties to simplify expressions and solve problems.
All Seventh grade students completed PSSA testing!!
Throughout the past several weeks, sixth grade has been continuing their work in the
Connected Math Program and fractional operations. We have been working on Bits and
Pieces II, which focuses on using fractional operations. Students played a game called
“Getting Close” which helps sharpen their fraction estimation skills. This game builds on
a previous unit, which addressed benchmark fractions and decimals. Adding and
subtracting fractions with like and unlike denominators was reviewed. Next, we worked
on equations involving multiplying and dividing fractions. We taught the students how to
use cancelling as a strategy when solving multiplication and division of fraction problems.
Over the next couple weeks we will be focusing on decimal operations.
Music
The Springton Lake Seventh and Eighth grade select choir performed at the 76ers game.
Our students performed three selections and were the first group ever to be featured in
the 11th Street Atrium of the Wells Fargo Center.
Springton Lake Honor Strings performed for the Media Elementary School 100th
Anniversary Celebration.
We will be hosting our First Annual SLMS Middle School Jazz Band Festival. We will be
hosting jazz bands from Haverford Middle School, Garnet Valley Middle School, Strath
Haven Middle School, Paxon Hollow Middle School, Colonial Middle School, Drexel Hill
Middle School, Beverly Hills Middle School and Welsh Valley Middle School. The
Penncrest High School Jazz Band will be featured, and both Springton Lake Middle
School Jazz Bands will be performing throughout the night. Each group will be
adjudicated by professional jazz musicians/educators, and each group is awarded a
trophy along with individual and section awards for outstanding performers. It is the first
time we are hosting an event of this nature, and we are hopeful to be able to host this
event annually.
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The Sixth Grade Chorus will be performing "Con Una Voz," their Spring Concert. The
performance will feature pieces from different cultures around the world, as well as
student solos and instrumental performances. Sixth grade Choice Voices and Handbell
ensemble will also perform.
Physical Education
Sixth and seventh grade students started their third round of lessons in the pool. All
students have been swimming in accordance to American Red Cross developmental
guidelines. Students have worked towards refining their skills to achieve developmental
swimming levels that will take place at the conclusion of their third and final session
All students participated in the multicultural games unit. Students were introduced to
activities from England, Switzerland, Israel, Austria and Kenya. Students learned about
the origins of the games that they played as well as learned a little about the culture. In
addition, students were taught the reasons for the development of some of the games
and how the different cultures used the activities in their environments.
The other unit that students participated in during the month was their final “net activity”
which was volleyball. Students worked progressively in each grade, building upon
fundamental skills that were introduced in each school level. Students also worked on
their footwork in each grade level, as the staff made connections to not only other sports
but to spatial concepts as well. Basic footwork and movement on the court provided
students better opportunities to experience the games as they also became more aware
of their place on the court.
Students of all grade levels continued to hand in their weekly Physical Activity Journals.
The continued goal has been better individual awareness of activity levels as well as
having students participate in something at least thirty minutes a day to improve overall
health. As PSSA testing approached, students discontinued their journals to focus on
the test. After spring break, students will resume their journals with the end goal of
providing the students with a record of their physical activity for an entire school year.
Science
The sixth grade begins a study for natural selection and evolution. Students will complete
a Gizmo from the Explore Learning program to investigate the process of natural
selection in a real life situation. Students will also perform labs to model the process of
natural selection, including the evolution of Asian elephants to better survive in an
environment where they are being poached.
The seventh grade science swings into action by investigating the forces that act on
pendulums. Controls are established and manipulative variables are tested to determine
what effect they have on the frequency and period of a pendulum. Galileo is discussed
and the historical impact of his work on simple harmonic motion is presented to the
students.
In grade eight science classes, we are applying the language of chemistry. Throughout
the course thus far this year, we have studied elemental symbols and writing
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chemical formulas, chemical change, chemical equations, and the balancing of chemical
equations. Now is the time to apply what we have learned to stoikiometric problems! We
are currently tackling mass ratio problems as applied to chemical reactions we observed
earlier in the year!
Social Studies
Many sixth grade students have studied apartheid and its effects on South Africa today.
The students compared South Africa’s apartheid laws to the Jim Crowe laws and the Civil
Rights Movement in the U.S. As a culminating activity, the students watched the Disney
movie “The Color of Friendship” which portrayed the successes of the U.S. Civil Rights
Movement as a backdrop to the understanding of apartheid and the struggles of
Congressman Ron Dellums in his campaign against apartheid. In addition, the movie
provided an opportunity to discuss stereotypes and racial biases. Other classes studied
the history of African colonialism through the lens of the Rwandan genocide and its
causes. The students examined the causes and effects of African colonialism, including
the impact it continues to have on the governments and economies of the continent.
The seventh grade students have examined the abolitionist movement and the Second
Great Awakening in the context of the Era of Reform. The students have participated in
hands-on activities as a part of this History Alive Unit.
Eighth Grade Social Studies students have been analyzing Greco-Roman artifacts from
the University of Pennsylvania’s Museum of Anthropology and Archeology.
The classic tales of the Iliad and Odyssey were part of the Greek Unit. Students created
poems and music videos based on these works. In addition, students have been planning
how to govern and defend ancient kingdoms, using teacher to make changes.
Furthermore, World History students have begun a history research paper based on an
Ancient Roman topic. The paper requires using primary sources and in-text citations.
Eighth Grade Student Work Samples: A song about The Odyssey created by Carly Baillis
an Alexandra Castellano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgVKRNmDlEo
A poem about The Odyssey created by Kaley Keeling:
The Odyssey
I bid goodbye to my wife and son
Then sail away on The Odyssey towards the rising sun
Time for battle-a war is to be won
Draw your swords, maces, and bows
Now run into the midst of your foes
I swing my weapon and deal deadly blows
Waging this war for ten long years
Everyday each warrior must face his fears
Homesickness makes strong men shed tears
Finally the gateway to success and my family
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Opens its doors and a story of glory I do see, full of hope and ingenuity
Then we build our horse and ride it to victory
When the battle is over and all is done
With justice dealt, no time for celebration-no time for fun
Into a new battle I do run
The remnants of my mighty army now fight the waves
Even more men are sent to watery graves
The monsters we face now hid in mountains and caves
I go down to the realm of Hades and an old ally I do see
He asks of me to lay him to rest
And of this request I of course accept respectfully
I meet Circe and kill a Cyclops
I save my men countless times
And I hear the song of the sirens
When I reach home I tell no one of my identity
I wish to see who has remained loyal to me
My wife who I do see holds a contest for her suitors of which I win-reunited with
My Penelope
Special Education
Students in Mrs. Arias’ class have worked hard during PSSA testing and are ready for
Spring Break! The students have been catching up on outstanding assignments as the
third marking period comes to a close. They have also continued to work weekly in
groups to improve a variety of skills including social, study skills, and organizational skills.
Lockers and binders were cleaned out and everyone is ready for the fourth marking
period. Happy Spring!!
In Mrs. Krautzel’s seventh grade content language arts, we recently started the novel,
Soldier's Heart, by Gary Paulsen. The novel is a cross curricular selection that parallels
the social studies curriculum, which is currently studying the Civil War. This month,
students will also begin learning the "Show, Don't Tell" technique/strategy in writing.
Students will learn to "show" readers what is happening in their writing by using
descriptive words and colorful language. They will create images in their writing by
appealing to the readers' senses. As a culminating activity, students will create a series of
diary entries from the perspective of a minor character in the novel. The students will be
assessed based on their accuracy and understanding of different parts of the novel, as
well as their ability to use the "Show, Don't Tell" writing technique.
World Language
Last month French Club celebrated Mardi Gras with homemade "Beignets" (New Orleans
recipe) and made "Bonhomme" masks, symbol of the Quebec carnival.
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PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
World Language Department News
Penncrest is one of only eight Pennsylvania high schools to earn the GOLD globe for
exemplary World Language programs from the Pennsylvania State Modern Language
Association (PSMLA). Our use of best practices and numerous trips and activities had
previously earned us the bronze and silver awards. To earn the gold, the department
worked together to complete many hours of World Language specific professional
development as well as instituting meaningful standardized language proficiency
assessments across the four languages. More information about the program may be
found at .
Twenty Penncrest students from Spanish IV and AP Spanish V were traveling in Spain
April 5 - 17, on the Spanish Exchange trip. They will be visiting Madrid, Tavernes de la
Valldigna, and Barcelona. During the trip, students will stay with the families of the
Spanish exchange students who visited us in September 2013.
Congratulations to selected Latin students for their outstanding performance on the
National Latin Exam. Maurah Steinmetz earned Cum Laude. Talia Steinmetz, Robert
Evenden, Claire McGlinchey, and Nia Vargus earned Magna Cum Laude awards. Silver
Maxima Cum Laude awards were earned by Louis Croquette, Daniel Rosenberger, Lee
Pupo, Noelle Graham, and Matt Lunger.
Science Department News
The AP environmental class took two field trips in recent weeks. The first was a trip to
Linvilla Orchard to see and learn about sustainable agriculture. The second was to Edwin
B. Forsythe Wildlife Refuge to lean about salt marsh habitats and migratory waterfowl.
Science teacher Mark Samilenko was honored in front of his peers by the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology with the MIT Inspirational Teacher Award. The award “recognizes
outstanding secondary school teachers who inspire in their students a love of learning,
encourage them to pursue excellence, and give them the skills and enthusiasm they need
to make a positive difference in the world.”
Just twenty-four teachers worldwide
received this special recognition this year. Mark was nominated by Penncrest graduate
Emily Moberg.
Music Department News
Three Penncrest music students have achieved the highest honor that the Pennsylvania
Music Educators Association can bestow: they were selected to perform at the All-State
PMEA Music Conference. Senior Maurah Steinmetz was selected to perform with the AllState Choir; senior trombonist Hayley Sundra and senior trumpeter Joey Sita performed
with the All-State Wind Ensemble. Through their diligent work and successful auditions
and reauditions, these three students ascended through the District and Region levels to
perform at All-States.
Maurah is a member of the Penncrest Ambassador Choir and the Penncrest Concert
Choir, under the direction of Mrs. Sherre Gaertner. Hayley and Joey are members of the
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Penncrest Wind Ensemble, the Penncrest Jazz Band, as well as the Roaring Lions
Marching Band, and are students of Mr. Craig Snyder.
Art Department News
The following students submitted artwork to the Seventh Congressional District's Art
Competition: Paige Benedetto, Madeline Conway, Allison McCabe, Megan O'Brien,
Gabby Revenis, Cassandra Santiago, Alyssa Schaefer, Angelique Villas, and Ariana
Voutsakis. All are senior Portfolio Preparation students. The awards reception will be held
Thursday, May 10, at 6:30 at the Darlington Valley Fine Arts Center.
Art teacher, Michele Kania, completed two portrait commissions and is currently working
on a third. All three commissions are graphite drawings.
Art teacher Concetta Mattioni participated in the Second Saturday Arts Stroll in Media this
month. She has ten drawings and paintings on display at the Coffee Beanery on State
Street. Her work will be there throughout the month of April.
Guidance Department News
The Penncrest Guidance Department has enjoyed another successful college application
season. The department processed nearly 1600 college applications for students in the
class of 2014. The number of students who submitted applications via Early Action/Early
Decision increased by nearly 40% and increased the number of students accepted to
highly competitive colleges and universities. In addition, the Guidance Department
processed over 1500 letters of recommendation from Penncrest faculty. Current seniors
will identify their final college choices by May 1.
The Guidance Department sponsored several evening presentations for students and
families including separate parent nights for freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors,
Financial Aid Night, FAFSA Completion Night, and College Night. Each of the offerings
were well attended. The FAFSA Completion Night continues to grow in popularity. This
year the FAFSA completion night was divided into three separate sections and served
approximately one hundred parents, nearly doubling in attendance from 2013.
The Guidance Department also sponsored field trips to local colleges and universities.
Students visited Temple University, Millersville University, Widener University among
several others. The trips are extremely well attended by Penncrest students and serve to
increase their awareness of the opportunities available at the various schools.
In addition to supporting seniors, guidance counselors meet individually with every
member of the junior class to conduct the Junior Interview. During the meeting, guidance
counselors review the student's transcript, discuss graduation requirements, and help the
student initiate the college search process. Further, the guidance counselor reviews each
student's Personality Profile and Career Interest Survey completed on our state-of-the-art
college and career readiness platform, Naviance. Through Naviance, the Guidance
Department is able to efficiently support the college search and application process.
Students and parents have access to a variety of career exploration tools as well.
Naviance also provides the capability of communicating important news and information
with parents and students directly and quickly.
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Guidance counselors also meet with sophomores in small groups to discuss and review
the results of the most recent PSAT. Counselors share the standardized testing schedule
and format for the SAT and/or ACT. Students are made aware of various options for test
preparation and are encouraged to engage at least one of the choices. Sophomores are
encouraged to begin college visits and attend local college fairs.
This month, freshmen are working with their guidance counselor on course selection and
career planning. Mrs. Graham, Penncrest’s ninth grade counselor, hosted several
visitation days for students currently attending parochial and private schools who are
considering attending Penncrest in the fall.
Junior Prom
The Junior Prom was held in April. Over 360 students enjoyed a delicious buffet dinner
and danced the evening away at the beautiful, newly renovated Springfield Country Club.
All-School Musical
Penncrest held its all-school musical, Little Shop of Horrors, recently. The show involved
over 60 students and featured both freshman Giacomo Fizzano, and senior Carly
Carman as leads Seymour and Audrey. To give the show a professional look, genuine
Broadway theatrical puppets were rented for the production, as well as the use of a
professional lighting company for the design and equipment rental. With overwhelmingly
positive reviews of the singing, acting, dancing, pit, set, sound, and lighting, this
production ended with everyone involved feeling elated and proud of the results, and
having a genuine feeling of accomplishment.
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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.”
March 27, 2014
April 8, 2014
April 24, 2014
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 May 22, 2014, at Penncrest High
School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
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IX.
Old Business
A.
Policies – Second Read and Approval
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the following Policy
updates. These Policies were discussed at the March and April
2014 Committee Meetings.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
B.
Policy #113.1-Discipline of Students with Disabilities – See
Attachment A
Policy #113.2-Positive Behavior Support Plan – See
Attachment B
Policy #113.4- Confidentiality of Special Education Student
Information – See Attachment C
Policy # 138-Limited English Proficiency Program - See
Attachment D
Policy #201-Admission of Students – See Attachment E
Policy #202-Eligibility of Nonresident Students – See
Attachment F
Policy #216- Student Records – See Attachment G
2014 – 2015 Calendar – Second Read and Approval
Resolve, the Board of School Directors adopt the 2014 – 2015
School Year Calendar. See Attachment H
IX. Old Business
1
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Maria Kotch, Principal, Media Elementary, retirement
effective September 30, 2014.
Background
Mrs. Kotch joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 1988. She became Principal of Media
Elementary in 1998. Mrs. Kotch is retiring after 26
years of dedicated service.
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Joseph Doyle, Bus Aide, retirement effective March
31, 2014.
Background
Mr. Doyle joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 2013. He is retiring after 1 year of dedicated
service.
2.
Fred Faulkner, Bus Aide, retirement effective April 11,
2014.
Background
Mr. Faulkner joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1999. He is retiring after 15 years of
dedicated service.
3.
Lynn Ciminera, Technology Assistant I, Glenwood
and Indian Lane Elementary Schools, retirement
effective June 24, 2014.
Background
Ms. Ciminera joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1992. She is retiring after 22 years
of dedicated service.
X. New Business
1
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
b.
Non-Instructional
4.
Gwendolyn Bolton, Bus Aide, retirement effective
June 20, 2014.
Background
Ms. Bolton joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 2002. She is retiring after 12 years of
dedicated service.
5.
Francis Doyle, Bus Driver, retirement effective June
20, 2014.
Background
Mr. Doyle joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 2003. He is retiring after 11 years of
dedicated service.
6.
Estelle Hewlett-Elliott, Secretary III, Rose Tree
Elementary School, retirement effective June 30,
2014.
Background
Ms. Hewlett-Elliott joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 2003. She is retiring after 11 years
of dedicated service.
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Penncrest High School personnel to serve as Night
School Teachers for the 2013-2014 school year at the
rate of $40.00 per hour:
Kelly Hogan
Mark Samilenko
X. New Business
2
Physical Education
Science
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
2.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Title I Summer School 2014
Teachers at the rate of $111.00 per day:
Kelley Buchek
Lindsi Ciuffetelli
Jeffrey Davies
b.
3.
Non-Instructional
General
a.
b.
Sabbatical Leave
1.
Samantha Abelson requests a sabbatical leave for the
2014-2015 school year for the purpose of professional
development.
2.
Sandra Staiger requests a sabbatical leave for the
2014-2015 school for professional development.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
c.
X. New Business
Julie Denton
Kortne Mazzella
Denim Senavitis
Rescind request for unpaid leave of absence for
Joanne Goldsmith March 28, 2014 through April 7,
2014.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
1.
Rescind appointment of Lisa Sukanich as New
Teacher Mentor effective March 24, 2014.
2.
Rescind appointment of David Stango as Challenge
Mentor effective March 17, 2014.
3.
Rescind appointment of Michael Ludwig as Challenge
Mentor effective February 14, 2014.
3
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
d.
X. New Business
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
4.
Rescind appointment of Michael Baldassarre as Boys
Head Freshman Lacrosse Coach at the annual salary
of $3,335.00.
5.
Rescind appointment of Joann Podlaski as Musical
Theatre Club at Rose Tree Elementary.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Elizabeth Coulter, New Teacher Mentor effective
March 24, 2014 at the annual salary of $346.26. Ms.
Coulter is assigned to Media Elementary.
2.
Robert Higgins, Head Girls Basketball Coach for the
2014-2015 school year at the annual salary of
$7,612.00. Mr. Higgins is assigned to Penncrest High
School.
3.
Richard Bailey, (.55) Assistant Football Coach for the
2014-2015 school year at the annual salary of
$2,871.00. Mr. Bailey is assigned to Penncrest High
School. NOTE: Mr. Bailey is being hired pending
completion of his pre-employment paperwork.
4.
Anthony Grisillo, Robotics Club Sponsor, effective
March 17, 2014 at the annual salary of $290.00. Mr.
Grisillo is assigned to Media Elementary.
5.
Sue Williamson, Robotics Club Sponsor effective
March 17, 2014 at the annual salary of $290.0… Ms.
Williamson is assigned to Media Elementary.
6.
Jeff Pettit, Jr., Head JV Boys Lacrosse Coach, salary
correction to an annual salary of $3,496.00. Mr. Pettit
is assigned to Penncrest High School.
7.
Michael Baldassarre, Assistant Boys JV Lacrosse
Coach, at an annual salary of $2,465.00. Mr.
Baldassarre is assigned to Penncrest High School.
4
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
d.
X. New Business
Supplemental Contracts
8.
Lindsay Groy, Assistant Girls Basketball Coach for
the 2014-2015 school year at the annual salary of
$4,495.00. Ms. Groy is assigned to Penncrest High
School.
9.
Amanda Doyle, Assistant Fall Cheerleading Coach for
the 2014-2015 school year at the annual salary of
$3,045. Ms. Doyle is assigned to Penncrest High
School. NOTE: Ms. Doyle is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
10.
Kyle Martyn, Assistant Girls Soccer Coach for the
2014-2015 school year at the annual salary of
$3,625.00. Mr. Martyn is assigned to Penncrest High
School. NOTE: Mr. Martyn is being hired pending
completion of his pre-employment paperwork.
11.
David Sikorski, Musical Theatre Club salary change to
$1,160.00. Mr. Sikorski is assigned to Rose Tree
Elementary.
12.
Joann Podlaski, Musical Tech Crew Club at the
annual salary of $580.00. Ms. Podlaski is assigned to
Rose Tree Elementary.
5
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Science Olympiad – State
Championship, Juniata, PA
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Penncrest High
School Science Olympiad team to attend the State Championship
at Juniata College, Juniata, PA from 5/1 to 5/3/2014.
Background
The Penncrest High School Olympiad team is attending the State
Championships. Transportation costs totaling $3,400 and lodging
and meals totaling $2,200 are being paid for by the District and
students, with the average student cost being $180. Substitute
costs total $816.
2.
Penncrest High School Çosta Rica Immersion Trip
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the District offering
an immersion trip to Costa Rica for Penncrest students from
3/24/2015-4/2/2015. The cost to the student is $2,553. Substitute
costs are $816
Background
The Penncrest World Language Department offers opportunities for
cultural immersion and exchange travel to Penncrest students to
support their knowledge and experience with various cultures.
3.
Penncrest High School French-Cultural Exchange
Resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a French-Cultural
Exchange trip in late March, early April of 2015 to Paris and
Avignon, France. The cost to the student is approximately $$3,000.
Background
The Penncrest World Language Department offers opportunities for
cultural immersion and exchange travel to Penncrest students to
support their knowledge and experience with various cultures
X. New Business
6
April 24, 2014
X.
New Business
C.
Rose Tree Media Special Education Plan: 2014-2017
Resolve, that the Board approve the adoption of the Rose Tree Media
Special Education Plan: 2014-2017
Background
The PA Department of Education requires each school district in
Pennsylvania to submit a Special Education Plan to the State every three
years. The Plan has been publicly posted for comment for the required 30
days.
X. New Business
7
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
B.
General
1.
Change Orders - none
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, that the Board approve the following budgetary transfers:
FY 14-19 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services - Oil
$10,000
TO:
Operation of Building Services – Repairs and
Maintenance
$10,000
AMOUNT:
RATIONALE: To cover the cost of building repairs
FY 14-20 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction - Supplies
$2,600
TO:
AMOUNT:
Professional Development – Contracted Services
$2,600
RATIONALE: To cover the cost of training for Rose Tree Media
Elementary School staff members.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
XI. Finance
1
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
3.
CADES Letter of Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the CADES
Letter of Agreement. This agreement is for transportation services
for special needs students. The cost is $69.82 per student/day for
round trip and $39.71 per student/day for one way trips.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
4.
Fantasy World Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Fantasy
World Contract. This contract is for activities during Penncrest’s
Pride Day. The contract amount is $2,650. Funding for this
contract is through the Student Activities Account at no cost to the
District.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
5.
Lifetouch Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Lifetouch Agreement. This agreement is for student portrait
services and is at no cost to the District.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
XI. Finance
2
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
6.
Villanova Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Villanova Agreement in the amount of $11,725. This agreement is
for the June 12, 2014 graduation.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
7.
Music Theater International Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Music
Theater International Contract in the amount of $810 plus materials.
This contract is for the summer musical camp and is at no cost to
the District.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
8.
Drexelbrook Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Drexelbrook Agreement. This agreement is for the 2017 Penncrest
Senior Prom and is at no cost to the District.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
XI. Finance
3
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
9.
GASB 45 Valuation Agreement with Conrad Siegel Actuaries
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the GASB
45 Valuation Agreement with Conrad Siegel Actuaries. This
agreement represents a renewal for actuarial services for
compliance with GASB 45.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
10.
Barbacane, Thornton & Company Contract Renewal
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Barbacan, Thornton & Company Contract Renewal for the 20132014 Fiscal Year.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
11.
Food Service RFP
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve Chartwells
as the Food Service Management Company for the 2014-2015
school year pending final approval by PDE’s Division of Food and
Nutrition and a review by the solicitor.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
XI. Finance
4
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
12.
2014-2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 20142015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget in the amount of
$8,015,245.
Rose Tree Media School District’s share is
$78,119.65.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
13.
2014-2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School
Budget
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 20142015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School Budget
in the amount of $11,952,008. Rose Tree Media School District’s
share is $257,484. The 2014-2015 Special Education Technical
Programs Budget is $1,151,133. Rose Tree Media School District’s
share is $59,608.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
14.
2014-2015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education
Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 20142015 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education
Agreement in the amount of $1,012,298. The total budget amount
for the 2014-2015 fiscal year is $21,672,894. Approximately 50%
of the agreement is paid for using IDEA funds.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
XI. Finance
5
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
15.
2014-2015 Delaware County Community College Budget
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the 20142015 Delaware County Community College Budget. Under State
law, the local sponsors’ obligation for the support of the community
college’s operating budget is the total operating balance after all
other sources of revenue have been deducted. Each sponsoring
school district’s share of the local sponsor appropriation is equal to
its proportionate share of the total real estate market valuation of all
twelve sponsoring districts. The Rose Tree Media School District’s
share is $1,113,230.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
16.
Delaware County Community College Capital Improvements
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Delaware County Community College Capital Improvements which
involves the issuing of $15 million of debt to make improvements to
the Collage’s Academic Building and Founders Hall. The debt
service is included in the 2014-2015 budget.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Finance Committee
Meeting.
17.
Bonnett Associates, Inc. Proposal
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Bonnett
Associates, Inc. Proposal in the amount of $44,400 plus out-ofpocket expenses for the next round of capital projects which are
estimated to cost $619,000.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Operations Committee
Meeting.
XI. Finance
6
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
18.
Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates, Inc. Proposal
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
proposal for Eagle Industrial Hygiene Associates, Inc. in the
amount of $11,000. This proposal is for third party monitoring
services for asbestos removal at Glenwood Elementary School.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Operations Committee
Meeting.
19.
G. D. Houtman Proposal
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
proposal for G. D. Houtman for engineering and construction
administration services for a turf field and outdoor track to be
installed at the stadium at Penncrest High School at a cost not to
exceed $75,050.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 8, 2014 Operations Committee
Meeting.
20.
Holcomb Behavioral Health System Addendum
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an
addendum to a contract with Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems.
The addendum is for an additional four hours of service to be
provided at the Rose Tree Media Simon Youth Academy. Holcomb
provides mental health screening and drug/alcohol services to the
District as a SAP coordinator.
21.
Educan, Inc. Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract
for Educan, Inc to provide SAT prep and college/trade school
transition services. These services are for students at the Rose
Tree Media Simon Youth Academy. The contract is for 8 hours of
service/week for 40 weeks at the rate of $50.00/hr. for the 20142015 school year.
XI. Finance
7
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
22.
Community Arts Center Contract
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a contract
for the Community Arts Center to provide Art Instruction at the
Rose Tree Media Simon Youth Academy. The contract provides
for three 40-50 minute classes per day on Tuesdays and Thursdays
for the school year. The total cost of the contract is $11,000 for the
2014-2015 school year and includes instruction, materials and
administrative costs.
23.
Amendment to Special Education Student Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve an
amendment to a settlement agreement for a special education
student. The amendment to the settlement agreement calls for an
increase in tuition reimbursement from $14,000 to $20,000 for the
2013-12014 through the 2015-2016 school year. The amendment
also clarifies the right of the District to confirm tuition amount and
financial aid/scholarship monies received by the student’s family.
24.
Settlement Agreement for Special Education Student
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a settlement
agreement for a special education student.
The settlement
agreement calls for the establishment of a trust fund not to exceed
$20,000 for reimbursement of legitimate educational costs until
5/17/2018. The agreement was reached to settle a dispute
between the District and the student’s family. The agreement also
calls for payment of attorney fees in the amount of $20,000.
25.
ESY Services Settlement Agreement for Arrowhead Day Camp
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a settlement
agreement for the provision of ESY services for a student to attend
Arrowhead Day Camp in West Chester, PA. Extended School Year
services are required for eligible students under the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act. The agreement is for reimbursement of
the tuition rate of $3,109 for ESY services for summer of 2014, with
additional reimbursement for compensatory occupational therapy
services for nine sessions for costs not covered by student’s
medical insurance. Tuition reimbursement is capped at the cost the
District would incur to provide ESY services in a District-run or
contracted program.
XI. Finance
8
April 24, 2014
XI.
Finance
B.
General
26.
ESY Services Settlement Agreement for Elwyn T-Camp
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve a settlement
agreement for the provision of ESY services for a student to attend
Elwyn T-camp. Extended School Year services are required for
eligible students under the Individuals with Disabilities Education
Act. The agreement is for reimbursement of the tuition rate of
$3,570 for ESY services for summer of 2014, with additional
reimbursement for compensatory occupational therapy services for
five sessions for costs not covered by student’s medical insurance.
Tuition reimbursement is capped at the cost the District would incur
to provide ESY services in a District-run or contracted program.
27.
Sunesys Addendum
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Addendum No. 2014-01 to Wide Area Network License Agreement
between Rose Tree Media School District and Sunesys, LLC. The
Addendum shall provide a circuit having a speed of one Gigabit per
second (1 Gbps) from Rose Tree Media’s hub site to 401 North
Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, with a monthly license fee of Fifteen
hundred dollars ($1,500.00). This Addendum will continue until the
expiration of the term of the Agreement.
28.
WCiT Master Services Agreement
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the Master
Services Agreement between WCiT, West Canaan Information
Technology, LLC, and the Rose Tree Media School District for a
fee of Eighteen thousand dollars ($18,000.00). The agreement will
be in effect for a period of one (1) year commencing on July 1,
2014 and ending June 30, 2015.
29.
Microsoft Server
Agreement
Product
Purchasing
Group
Participation
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the
Microsoft Server Product Purchasing Group Participation
Agreement between Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 and
the Rose Tree Media School District for the purchase of Microsoft
server platform software products under a two (2) year commitment
as part of a joint purchasing group of public school entities
facilitated by IU 13.
XI. Finance
9
April 24, 2014
No. 113.1
No. 113.1
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
SECTION:
TITLE:
TITLE:
ADOPTED:
ADOPTED:
REVISED:
REVISED:
PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS
DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS
WITH DISABILITIES
DISCIPLINE
OF STUDENTS
WITH DISABILITIES
ATTACHMENT A
113.1. DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
1. Purpose
Title 22
Sec. 14.133
Pol. 113, 113.2
Title 22
Sec. 14.133,
14.143
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530
Pol. 218, 233
2. Definitions
Pol. 113
The district shall develop and implement positive Behavior Support Plans and
programs for students with disabilities who require specific interventions to address
behaviors that interfere with learning.
Students with disabilities who violate the Code of Student Conduct, or engage in
inappropriate behavior, disruptive or prohibited activities and/or actions injurious to
themselves or others, which would typically result in corrective action or discipline
of students without disabilities, shall be disciplined in accordance with state and
federal laws and regulations and Board policy and, if applicable, their Individualized
Education Program (IEP) and Behavior Support Plan.
Students with disabilities - school-aged children within the jurisdiction of the
district who have been evaluated and found to have one or more disabilities as
defined by law, and who require, because of such disabilities, special education and
related services.
Title 22
Sec. 12.6
Pol. 233
Suspensions from school - disciplinary exclusions from school for a period of one
(1) to ten (10) consecutive school days.
Title 22
Sec. 12.6
Pol. 233
Expulsions from school - disciplinary exclusions from school by the Board for a
period exceeding ten (10) consecutive school days and may include permanent
exclusion from school.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(g)
Interim alternative educational settings - removal of a student with a disability
from his/her current placement. Interim alternative educational settings may be used
by school personnel for up to forty-five (45) school days for certain infractions
committed by students with disabilities. The IEP team shall determine the interim
alternative educational setting; however, this does not constitute a change in
placement for a student with a disability.
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113.1. DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES - Pg. 2
3. Authority
Title 22
Sec. 14.143
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530
The Board directs that the district shall comply with provisions and procedural
safeguards of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and federal
and state regulations when disciplining students with disabilities for violations of
Board policy or district rules or regulations. No student with a disability shall be
subjected to a disciplinary change in placement if the student’s particular misconduct
is a manifestation of his/her disability. However, under certain circumstances a
student with a disability may be placed in an interim alternative educational setting
by school personnel or the IEP team could, if appropriate, change the student’s
educational placement to one which is more restrictive than the placement where the
misconduct occurred.
Provision Of Education During Disciplinary Exclusions
Title 22
Sec. 12.6(e)
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1412(a)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(b),
(d)
4. Guidelines
Title 22
Sec. 12.6, 14.143
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530,
300.536
During any period of expulsion, or suspension from school for more than ten (10)
cumulative days in a year, or placement in an interim alternative educational setting
for disciplinary reasons, a student with a disability shall continue to receive a free
and appropriate education, in accordance with law.
Suspension From School
A student with a disability may be suspended for ten (10) consecutive and fifteen
(15) cumulative days of school per school year, for the same reasons and duration as
a student without a disability. Such suspension shall not constitute a change in the
student’s educational placement.
Changes In Educational Placement/Manifestation Determinations
Title 22
Sec. 14.143
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530
For disciplinary exclusions which constitute a change in educational placement, the
district shall first determine whether the student’s behavior is a manifestation of
his/her disability. Expulsion, or exclusion from school for more than fifteen (15)
cumulative days in a year, or patterns of suspensions for substantially identical
behaviors constitute changes in educational placements requiring a manifestation
determination. For students with mental retardation, any disciplinary suspension or
expulsion is a change in educational placement.
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113.1. DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES - Pg. 3
Title 22
Sec. 14.143
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(c)
Pol. 218, 233
A student with a disability whose behavior is not a manifestation of his/her disability
may be disciplined in accordance with Board policy, district rules and regulations in
the same manner and to the same extent as students without disabilities.
Parent/Guardian Appeals From Disciplinary Actions/Request For Hearing By
District For Students Who Are A Danger To Themselves Or Others
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.532
A due process hearing may be requested by a parent/guardian of a student with a
disability who disagrees with a disciplinary placement or manifestation
determination, or by the district if the district believes that the current placement is
substantially likely to result in injury to the student or others. On parent/guardian
appeal, or when the district requests a due process hearing, the hearing officer may
return the student to the placement from which s/he was removed or order his/her
removal to an appropriate interim alternative educational setting for up to forty-five
(45) school days if the hearing officer determines that maintaining the child’s current
placement is substantially likely to result in an injury to the student or others.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.533
Placement during appeals of disciplinary actions shall be in the interim alternative
educational setting pending the decision of the hearing officer or expiration of the
time period set for the disciplinary exclusion from the student’s regular placement
unless the district and the parent/guardian agree otherwise.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.534
Students who have not been identified as disabled may be subject to the same
disciplinary measures applied to students without disabilities if the district did not
have knowledge of the disability. If a request for evaluation is made during the
period the student is subject to disciplinary measures, the evaluation shall be
expedited.
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113.1. DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES - Pg. 4
Administrative Removal To Interim Alternative Educational Setting For Certain
Infractions
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(g)
School personnel may remove a student with a disability, including mental
retardation, to an interim alternative educational setting for not more than forty-five
(45) school days without regard to whether the behavior is determined to be a
manifestation of the student’s disability if the student:
18 U.S.C.
Sec. 930
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(i)
Pol. 218.1
1. Carries a weapon to or possesses a weapon at school, on school property, or at
school functions under the jurisdiction of the district. For purposes of this
provision, weapon is defined as a weapon, device, instrument, material, or
substance, animate or inanimate, that is used for, or is readily capable of, causing
death or serious bodily injury, except that such term does not include a pocket
knife with a blade of less than two and one-half (2 ½) inches in length.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
21 U.S.C.
Sec. 812(c)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(i)
Pol. 227
2. Knowingly possesses or uses illegal drugs, as defined by law, or sells or solicits
the sale of a controlled substance, as defined by law, while at school, on school
property, or at school functions under the jurisdiction of the district.
18 U.S.C.
Sec. 1365(h)(3)
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.530(i)
3. Has inflicted serious bodily injury upon another person while at school, on
school property, or at school functions under the jurisdiction of the district. For
purposes of this provision, serious bodily injury means bodily injury which
involves a substantial risk of death, extreme physical pain, protracted and
obvious disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of a
bodily member, organ or mental faculty.
Referral To Law Enforcement And Reporting Requirements
SC 1302.1-A
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.535
The district shall report crimes committed by a student with a disability to the
appropriate authorities in the same manner as it reports crimes committed by
students without disabilities and in accordance with applicable law.
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20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1415(k)(6)
34 CFR
Sec. 300.535
Pol. 216
5. Delegation of
Responsibility
SC 1303-A
Pol. 218.1, 218.2,
222, 227
When reporting a crime committed by a student with a disability to the appropriate
authorities, the district shall ensure that copies of the special education and
disciplinary records of the student are transmitted for consideration by these
authorities. The district shall transmit copies of the student’s special education and
disciplinary records only to the extent that the transmission is permitted by the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
The Superintendent shall report incidents committed by students with disabilities to
the Office of Safe Schools in accordance with Board policy, law and regulations.
References:
School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 510, 1302.1-A, 1303-A
State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 12.6, 14.133, 14.143
Crimes Code, Possession of Firearms and Dangerous Weapons –
18 U.S.C. Sec. 930
Crimes Code, Definition, Serious Bodily Injury – 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1365(h)(3)
Individuals With Disabilities Education Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1400 et seq.
Controlled Substances Act – 21 U.S.C. Sec. 812
Individuals With Disabilities Education, Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations –
34 CFR Part 300
Board Policy – 113, 113.2, 113.4, 216, 218, 218.1, 218.2, 222, 227, 233
Page 5 of 5
No. 113.4
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
PROGRAMS
TITLE:
CONFIDENTIALITY OF
SPECIAL EDUCATION
STUDENT INFORMATION
ADOPTED:
REVISED:
ATTACHMENT C
113.4. CONFIDENTIALITY OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
STUDENT INFORMATION
1. Authority
Pol. 113
The Board recognizes the need to protect the confidentiality of personally
identifiable information in the education records of students with disabilities.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.611300.627
The district shall maintain a system of safeguards to protect the confidentiality of
students’ educational records and personally identifiable information when
collecting, retaining, disclosing and destroying student special education records, in
accordance with Board policy, state requirements, and federal and state law and
regulations.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.520,
300.625
The rights provided by this policy apply to parents/guardians of students who
receive special education programming and services from the district or an outside
program provided through the district.
2. Definitions
34 CFR
Sec. 300.611
Destruction shall mean the physical destruction or removal of personal identifiers
from information so that the information is no longer personally identifiable.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
Disclosure shall mean to permit access to or the release, transfer, or other
communication of personally identifiable information contained in education records
by any means, including oral, written, or electronic means, to any party except the
party identified as the party that provided or created the record.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1232g
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
Pol. 216
Education Records, for purposes of this policy, shall include the records and
information covered under the definition of education records in the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and its implementing regulations.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3, 300.32
Personally identifiable information includes, but is not limited to:
1. The name of a student, the student's parents/guardians or other family members.
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2. The address of the student or student’s family.
3. A personal identifier, such as the student's social security number, student
number, or biometric record.
4. Other indirect identifiers, such as the student’s date of birth, place of birth, and
mother’s maiden name.
5. Other information that, alone or in combination, is linked or linkable to a specific
student that would allow a reasonable person in the school community, who does
not have personal knowledge of the relevant circumstances, to identify the
student with reasonable certainty.
6. Information requested by a person who the district reasonably believes knows
the identity of the student to whom the education record relates.
3. Guidelines
34 CFR
Sec. 99.10,
300.613
Parental Access Rights
The district shall permit parents/guardians to inspect and review any education
records relating to their child(ren) that are collected, retained, or used by the district
in connection with providing special education services to the student.
The district shall comply with a parental request to inspect and review education
records without unnecessary delay and before any meeting regarding an
Individualized Education Program (IEP); any impartial due process hearing relating
to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or the provision of a free and
appropriate public education (FAPE) to a student; a hearing related to the discipline
of the student; and a resolution meeting.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.4,
300.613
The district shall presume a parent/guardian has authority to inspect and review
records relating to his/her child unless it has been provided documentation that the
requesting parent/guardian does not have this authority under applicable state law.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.10,
300.613
The district shall comply with a parental request for review within forty-five (45)
days following receipt of the request.
A parent’s/guardian’s right to inspect and review education records includes the
right to:
1.
A response from the district to reasonable requests for explanations and
interpretations of the records;
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2.
Request that the district provide copies of the records if failure to provide copies
would effectively prevent the parent/guardian from exercising the right to
inspect and review the records; and
3.
Have a representative inspect and review the records.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.12,
300.615
If an education record includes information on more than one (1) student, the
parents/guardians shall have access only to the information relating to their child or
shall be informed of the information in the record.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.616
The district shall provide parents/guardians, upon request, a list of the types and
locations of education records collected, maintained, or used by the district.
Fees
34 CFR
Sec. 99.11,
300.617
The district may charge a fee for copies of records that are made for
parents/guardians so long as the fee does not effectively prevent parents/guardians
from exercising their right to inspect and review those records.
The district shall not charge a fee to search for or to retrieve information in response
to a parental request.
Record Of Access
34 CFR
Sec. 300.614
The district shall keep a record of parties obtaining access to education records
collected, maintained, or used in providing special education to students with
disabilities, except access by parents/guardians and authorized district employees.
The district’s record of access shall include the name of the party, the date access
was given, and the purpose for which the party is authorized to use the records.
Amendment Of Records Upon Parental Request
34 CFR
Sec. 99.20,
300.618
If a parent/guardian believes that information in the student’s education records is
inaccurate, misleading or violates the privacy or other rights of the student, the
parent/guardian may request that the district amend the information.
The district shall decide whether to amend the information within a reasonable
period of time from receipt of the request.
If the district declines to amend the information in accordance with a parental
request, the district shall inform the parent/guardian of the refusal and advise the
parent/guardian of the right to a hearing.
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Records Hearing
34 CFR
Sec. 99.21,
300.510300.516,
300.619
The district shall, on request, provide parents/guardians with an opportunity for a
hearing to challenge information in the student’s education records to ensure that the
information is not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s
privacy or other rights. The district recognizes that parents/guardians who believe
that there is a due process violation relating to an alleged violation of confidentiality
may also request a special education due process hearing.
Hearing Procedures
34 CFR
Sec. 99.22,
300.621
A hearing to challenge information in education records must meet the following
requirements:
1.
The district shall hold the hearing within a reasonable time after receiving the
request for a hearing.
2.
The district shall give the parent/guardian reasonable advanced written notice of
the date, time, and place of the hearing.
3.
The hearing may be conducted by any individual, including a district official,
who does not have a direct interest in the outcome of the hearing.
4.
The district shall give the parent/guardian a full and fair opportunity to present
relevant evidence. The parent/guardian may, at his/her own expense, be assisted
or represented by one (1) or more individuals of his/her choice, including an
attorney.
5.
The district shall inform parents/guardians of its decision in writing within a
reasonable period of time after the hearing.
6.
The decision must be based solely on the evidence presented at the hearing, and
must include a summary of the evidence and the reasons for the decision.
Result Of Hearing
34 CFR
Sec. 99.21,
300.620
If, as a result of the hearing, the district decides that the information is inaccurate,
misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights, the
district shall amend the information accordingly and inform the parent/guardian in
writing.
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If, as a result of the hearing, the district decides that the information is not
inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other
rights, the district shall inform the parent/guardian of the parent’s/guardian’s right to
place in the student’s records a statement commenting on the information and/or
providing any reasons for disagreeing with the district’s decision.
Any explanation placed in the student’s records shall be:
1.
Maintained by the district as part of the student’s records as long as the record
or contested portion is maintained by the district; and
2.
Included with the record or contested portion if the record or contested portion
are disclosed to any party.
Storage, Retention And Destruction Of Information
34 CFR
Sec. 300.623
The district shall store all education records and personally identifiable information
of students receiving special education services in such a way as to protect the
confidentiality and integrity of the records and information, prevent unauthorized
access to and disclosure of records and information, and ensure compliance with
other legal and regulatory requirements regarding records retention.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.623
The district shall maintain, for public inspection, a current listing of the names and
positions of those district employees who have access to personally identifiable
information.
Pol. 216
In order to comply with state compliance monitoring requirements, the district shall
maintain education records for students receiving special education services for at
least six (6) years.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.624
The district shall inform parents/guardians when personally identifiable information
collected, maintained, or used is no longer needed to provide educational services to
the student. After notice, such information shall be destroyed upon parental request.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.10
No education record shall be destroyed if there is an outstanding request to inspect
or review the record or if a litigation hold exists.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.624
The district shall maintain a permanent record of the student’s name, address, and
phone number, his/her grades, attendance record, classes attended, grade level
completed, and year completed.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.623
The district shall ensure the destruction of education records in a manner that
protects the confidentiality and privacy rights of the student and his/her family.
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Disclosure To Third Parties
34 CFR
Sec. 99.30, 99.31,
300.622
Pol. 113.1, 113.2,
216
The district shall obtain parental consent before disclosing personally identifiable
information to parties other than school district officials with a legitimate
educational interest or other educational institutions that provide special education
services to the student for the purposes of meeting a requirement of law or regulation
unless the information is contained in education records and the disclosure is
permitted without parental consent under law and regulations.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.622
Parental consent must be obtained before personally identifiable information is
released to officials of participating agencies providing or paying for transition
services.
34 CFR
Sec. 300.622
If a student is enrolled, or is going to enroll in a private school that is not located in
the district of the parent’s/guardian’s residence, parental consent must be obtained
before any personally identifiable information about the student is released between
officials in the district where the private school is located and officials in the district
of the parent’s/guardian’s residence.
4. Delegation of
Responsibility
34 CFR
Sec. 300.623
34 CFR
Sec. 300.623
In order to maintain the confidentiality of the educational records and personally
identifiable information of students with disabilities, the Board designates the
Superintendent or designee to coordinate the district’s efforts to comply with this
policy and applicable laws and regulations.
All district employees collecting or using personally identifiable information shall
receive training or instruction regarding Board policy, administrative regulations,
and state and federal law and regulations regarding confidentiality of education
records and personally identifiable information.
References:
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g
Individuals With Disabilities Education Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1400 et seq.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy, Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations –
34 CFR Part 99
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Individuals With Disabilities Education, Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations –
34 CFR Part 300
Pennsylvania Department of Education Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Part B LEA Policies and Procedures under 34 C.F.R. §§300.101 - 300.176
(2009)
Bureau of Special Education Letter to School Entities on Retention Of Records,
Dated November 9, 2009
Board Policy – 113, 113.1, 113.2, 113.3, 216
Page 7 of 7
No. 138
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
PROGRAMS
TITLE:
LIMITED ENGLISH
PROFICIENCY PROGRAM
ADOPTED:
REVISED:
ATTACHMENT D
138. LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY PROGRAM
1. Purpose
In accordance with the Board's philosophy to provide a quality educational program
to all students, the district shall provide an appropriate planned instructional program
for identified students whose dominant language is not English. The goal of the
program shall be to increase the English language proficiency of eligible students so
that they can attain the academic standards adopted by the Board and achieve
academic success. Students who have Limited English Proficiency (LEP) will be
identified, assessed and provided appropriate services.
2. Authority
Title 22
Sec. 4.26
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 6801 et seq
Pol. 103, 103.1
The Board shall adopt a program of educational services for each student whose
dominant language is not English. The program shall include bilingual/bicultural or
English as a Second Language instruction. The program shall be based on effective
research-based theory, be implemented with sufficient resources and appropriately
trained staff, and be evaluated periodically.
SC 1205.1,
1205.2
Title 22
Sec. 4.13
Pol. 100, 333
The Board shall include a description of the LEP program in its Strategic Plan and
appropriate training for professional staff in its Professional Education Plan.
The Board may contract with Delaware County Intermediate Unit No. 25 for
Limited English Proficiency services and programs.
3. Delegation of
Responsibility
The Superintendent or designee shall implement and supervise an LEP program that
ensures appropriate LEP instruction in each school and complies with federal and
state laws and regulations.
The Superintendent or designee, in conjunction with appropriate stakeholders, shall
develop administrative regulations regarding the LEP program.
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4. Guidelines
Title 22
Sec. 11.11
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 6801 et seq
Pol. 200
The district shall establish procedures for identifying and assessing the needs of
students whose dominant language is not English. The Home Language Survey shall
be completed for each student enrolled in the district and be filed in the student’s
permanent record folder through graduation.
The LEP program shall be designed to provide instruction that meets each student's
individual needs, based on the assessment of English proficiency in listening,
speaking, reading and writing. Adequate content area support shall be provided
while the student is learning English, to assure achievement of academic standards.
Pol. 113
Students who are English language learners may be eligible for special
education services once it has been determined that the disability exists and this
disability is not solely due to lack of instruction or proficiency in the English
language. Students participating in LEP programs who are eligible for special
education services shall continue receiving LEP instruction at the appropriate
proficiency and developmental level.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 6812, 6826,
6842
Pol. 102, 217
Students participating in LEP programs shall be required, with accommodations, to
meet established academic standards and graduation requirements adopted by the
Board.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1703
Pol. 122, 123
Students shall have access to and be encouraged to participate in all academic and
extracurricular activities available in the district.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 6812, 6826,
6841
The LEP program shall be evaluated for effectiveness as required, based on the
attainment of English proficiency, and shall be revised when necessary.
Pol. 304, 333
Certified professional employees and appropriate support staff, when necessary,
shall provide the LEP program.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 7012
At the beginning of each school year, the district shall notify parents/guardians of
students qualifying for LEP programs regarding the instructional program and
parental options, as required by law. Parents/Guardians will be regularly apprised
of their student’s progress. Communications with parents/guardians shall be in the
language understood by the parents/guardians, whenever possible.
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20 U.S.C.
Sec. 6812, 6826,
7012
The district shall maintain an effective means of outreach to encourage parental
involvement in the education of their children.
References:
School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 1205.1, 1205.2
State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 4.13, 4.26, 11.11
Equal Education Opportunity Act, amending Educational Amendments of 1974 –
20 U.S.C. Sec. 1703
No Child Left Behind Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 6801 et seq.
Improving Academic Achievement, Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations – 34 CFR
Part 200
Board Policy – 000, 100, 102, 103, 103.1, 113, 122, 123, 200, 217, 304, 333
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No. 201
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
PUPILS
TITLE:
ADMISSION OF STUDENTS
ADOPTED:
REVISED:
ATTACHMENT E
201. ADMISSION OF STUDENTS
1. Authority
SC 1301
Title 22
Sec. 11.12, 11.41
The Board shall establish age requirements for the admission of students to first
grade and to kindergarten that are consistent with state law and regulations.
2. Guidelines
First Grade
SC 1304, 1326
Beginners are students entering the lowest grade of the primary school above the
kindergarten level. Beginners shall be admitted to school during the first two (2)
weeks of the annual school term and thereafter at the district’s discretion. A child
who is eight (8) years of age shall be admitted to school at any time during the
school year.
SC 1304
Title 22
Sec. 11.15
A child is eligible for admission to first grade if s/he has attained the age of six (6)
years before the first day of September.
Those students who do not meet the established entry age, but who have completed
and provide documentation of one (1) full year of kindergarten in Pennsylvania,
may be considered for first grade entry, in the district’s discretion.
Title 22
Sec. 11.16
The Board may admit as a beginner a child who is five (5) years old and
demonstrates readiness for entry by the first day of the school term, upon the written
request of the parent/guardian, recommendation of the district psychologist, and
approval of the Superintendent.
Title 22
Sec. 11.16
The Board is not required to admit as a beginner any child whose age is less than the
district's established admission age for beginners.
Kindergarten
Title 22
Sec. 11.14
A child is eligible for admission to kindergarten if s/he has attained the age of five
(5) years before the first day of September.
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3. Delegation of
Responsibility
Pol. 200, 203
The Superintendent or designee shall require that the parent/guardian of each
student who registers for entrance to school shall submit proof of age, residency,
and required immunizations.
References:
School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 503, 1301, 1304, 1326
State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 4.41, 11.12, 11.14,
11.15, 11.16, 11.41
Board Policy – 200, 203
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No. 202
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
PUPILS
TITLE:
ELIGIBILITY OF
NONRESIDENT STUDENTS
ADOPTED:
REVISED:
ATTACHMENT F
202. ELIGIBILITY OF NONRESIDENT STUDENTS
1. Purpose
SC 501, 502, 503
The Board shall operate district schools for the benefit of students residing in this
district who are eligible for attendance.
2. Authority
SC 1301, 1316
Pol. 200
The Board may permit the admission of nonresident students in accordance with
Board policy.
SC 1302
Title 22
Sec. 11.19
The Board shall require that appropriate legal documentation showing
dependency or guardianship or a sworn statement of full residential support be
filed with the Board Secretary before an eligible nonresident student may be
accepted as a student in district schools. The Board may require a resident to
submit additional, reasonable information to substantiate a sworn statement, in
accordance with guidelines issued by the Department of Education.
SC 1302
The Board reserves the right to verify claims of residency, dependency and
guardianship and to remove from school attendance a nonresident student
whose claim is invalid.
SC 1302
Pol. 906
If information contained in the sworn statement of residential support is found
to be false, the student shall be removed from school after notice is given of an
opportunity to appeal the student's removal, in accordance with Board policy.
The Board shall not be responsible for transportation to or from school for any
nonresident student residing outside school district boundaries.
3. Guidelines
SC 1305
Nonresident Children Placed In Resident’s Home
Any child placed in the home of a district resident by a court or government agency
shall be admitted to district schools and shall receive the same benefits and be
subject to the same responsibilities as resident students.
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Residents Of Institutions
SC 1306, 1307,
1308, 1309,
1310, 2561,
2562
Title 22
Sec. 11.18
A child who is living in or assigned to a facility or institution for the care or
training of children that is located within this district is not a legal resident of the
district by such placement; but s/he shall be admitted to district schools, and a
charge shall be made for tuition in accordance with law.
Future/Former Residents
Students moving into, or leaving the district may be permitted up to a 40-day
tuition-free period of school attendance while not residing in the school district.
Granting such shall be upon the request of the parents/guardians and at the
discretion of the Superintendent.
A student who has completed the eleventh (11th) grade in district schools and
whose family is planning to move during his/her senior year may continue his/her
education within the district schools under the following conditions:
1. That the student has completed the eleventh (11th) grade within the Rose Tree
Media School District as a resident student.
2. That the usual forty (40) days of free tuition be allowed at the end of the first
semester, if the student leaves the school during the first semester and ceases to
be a district student.
3. That upon recommendation of the Superintendent, the student be allowed to
remain for one (1) year to complete grade twelve (12), and that the last semester
ninety (90) days be tuition-free.
4. That any tuition due on the first semester be paid monthly at the current rate in
advance, at the beginning of the nonresidency.
Children Of Nonresident Staff Members
Attendance exceptions for children of nonresident staff members will not be granted.
Out-Of-State Students
Enrollment of any out-of-state student in a school district program shall be
conditioned upon a guarantee, or actual advance receipt, from the student's home
state or out-of-state school district, or from the out-of-state party or agency which
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placed the student in the school district.
Other Nonresident Students
SC 1302
Title 22
Sec. 11.19
A nonresident student may be admitted to district schools without payment of
tuition where attendance is justified on the grounds that the student lives fulltime and not just for the school year with district residents who have assumed
legal dependency or guardianship or full residential support of the student.
Pol. 251
The district shall immediately enroll homeless students, even if the student or
parent/guardian is unable to produce the required documents, in accordance
with Board policy, laws and regulations.
4. Delegation of
Responsibility
The Superintendent or designee shall develop administrative regulations for the
enrollment of nonresident students.
The Superintendent shall report to the Board for its information the enrollment of
nonresident students.
References:
School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 501, 502, 503, 1301, 1302, 1305, 1306, 1306.2, 1307,
1308, 1309, 1310, 1316, 2503, 2561, 2562
State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 11.18, 11.19, 11.41
Board Policy – 000, 103, 103.1, 200, 251, 607, 906
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No. 216
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
PUPILS
TITLE:
STUDENT RECORDS
ADOPTED:
REVISED:
ATTACHMENT G
216. STUDENT RECORDS
1. Authority
SC 1305-A,
1306-A, 1402,
1409, 1532,
1533
Title 22
Sec. 4.52, 12.31,
12.32, 15.9
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1232g
34 CFR
Part 99,
Part 300
The Board recognizes its responsibility for the collection, retention, disclosure and
protection of student records. The Board also recognizes the legal requirement to
maintain the confidentiality of student records and prohibits the unauthorized
access, reproduction, and/or disclosure of student education records and
personally identifiable information from such records.
2. Definitions
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
Attendance - includes, but is not limited to, attendance in person or by paper
correspondence, videoconference, satellite, Internet, or other electronic
information and telecommunications technologies for students who are not
physically present in the classroom; and the period during which a person is
working under a work-study program.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1232g
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
The Board shall adopt a comprehensive plan for the collection, maintenance and
dissemination of student education records that complies with federal and state
laws and regulations and state guidelines. Copies of the adopted student records
plan shall be maintained by the district and revised as required by changes in
federal or state law and regulations.
Copies of the student records plan shall be submitted to the Department of
Education, upon request.
Directory information - information contained in an education record of a
student that would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of
privacy if disclosed. Directory information includes, but is not limited to, the
student's name; address; telephone listing; electronic mail address;
photograph; date and place of birth; major field of study; grade level;
enrollment status; dates of attendance; participation in officially recognized
school activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic teams;
degrees, honors and awards received; and the most recent educational agency
or institution attended.
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Directory information does not include a student's Social Security Number; or
student identification (ID) number, except that directory information may
include a student ID number, user ID, or other unique personal identifier
displayed on a student ID card/badge or used by the student for purposes of
accessing or communicating in electronic systems, but only if the identifier
cannot be used to gain access to education records except when used in
conjunction with one or more factors that authenticate the user's identity, such
as a personal identification number (PIN), password, or other factor known or
possessed only by the authorized user.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
Disclosure - permitting access to or the release, transfer or other
communication of personally identifiable information contained in education
records by any means, including oral, written, or electronic means, to any
party, except the party that provided or created the record.
20 U.S.C.
Sec. 1232g
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
Education records - records that are directly related to a student, maintained
by the school district or by a party acting for the school district.
The term does not include:
1. Records kept in the sole possession of the maker, are used only as a personal
memory aid, and are not accessible or revealed to another individual except
a temporary substitute for the maker of the record.
2. Records created or received by the district after an individual is no longer a
student in attendance and that are not directly related to the individual’s
attendance as a student.
3. Grades on peer-graded papers before they are collected and recorded by a
teacher.
4. Other records specifically excluded from the definition of education records
under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and its
implementing regulations.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3, 99.5
Eligible student - a student who has attained eighteen (18) years of age or is
attending an institution of postsecondary education. All rights accorded to and
consent required of the parent of the student shall thereafter only be accorded
to and required of the eligible student. In cases where an eligible student is
dependent upon the parent as defined in the Internal Revenue Code, the district
shall make the education records accessible to the parent of said student.
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34 CFR
Sec. 99.3, 99.4
Parent - includes a natural parent, a guardian or an individual acting as a
parent of a student in the absence of a parent/guardian. The district shall give
full rights to either parent unless the district has been provided with evidence
that there is a state law, court order, or a legally binding document governing
such matters as divorce, separation, or custody that specifically revokes these
rights.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
Personally identifiable information - includes, but is not limited to:
1. The name of a student, the student's parents or other family members.
2. The address of the student or student’s family.
3. A personal identifier, such as the student's Social Security Number, student
number, or biometric record.
4. Other indirect identifiers, such as the student’s date of birth, place of birth,
and mother’s maiden name.
5. Other information that, alone or in combination, is linked or linkable to a
specific student that would allow a reasonable person in the school
community, who does not have personal knowledge of the relevant
circumstances, to identify the student with reasonable certainty.
6. Information requested by a person who the district reasonably believes
knows the identity of the student to whom the education record relates.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3
3. Delegation of
Responsibility
Student - includes any individual who is or has been in attendance at the
district and regarding whom the district maintains education records.
The Superintendent or designee shall be responsible for developing, implementing,
and monitoring the student records plan.
All district personnel having access to student education records shall receive
training in the requirements of Board policy, student records plan, and
applicable federal and state laws and regulations as directed by the
Superintendent.
SC 1532
Pol. 213, 215
Each district teacher shall prepare and maintain a record of the work and progress of
each student, including the final grade and a recommendation for promotion or
retention.
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4. Guidelines
The district's plan for the collection, retention, disclosure and protection of student
records shall provide for the following:
1. Safeguards to protect the student records when collecting, retaining and
disclosing personally identifiable information.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.7
2. Ensuring that parents and eligible students, including those who are disabled
or have a primary language other than English, are effectively notified of their
rights and the procedures to implement those rights, annually and upon
enrollment.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.10, 99.11,
99.12
3. Procedures for the inspection, review, and copying of a student’s education
records by parents and eligible students. The district may charge a fee for
copies of records that are made for parents so long as the fee does not
effectively prevent parents from exercising their right to inspect and review
those records. The district shall not charge a fee to search for or to retrieve
information in response to a parental request.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.20
4. Procedures for requesting the amendment of a student’s education records
that the parent or eligible student believes to be inaccurate, misleading, or
otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.21, 99.22
5. Procedures for requesting and conducting hearings to challenge the content
of the student’s education records.
6. Enumerating and defining the types, locations and persons responsible for
education records maintained by the district.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.3, 99.37
7. Determining the types of personally identifiable information designated as
directory information.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.30-99.39
8. Establishing guidelines for the disclosure and redisclosure of student
education records and personally identifiable information from student
records.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.7, 99.31
9. Reasonable methods to ensure that school district officials obtain access to
only those education records in which they have a legitimate educational
interest. Such methods shall include criteria for determining who constitutes
a school district official and what constitutes a legitimate educational
interest.
34 CFR
Sec. 99.32
10. Maintaining required records of requests for access and each disclosure of
personally identifiable information from each student’s education records.
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Pol. 113.4
11. Ensuring appropriate review, retention, disposal and protection of student
records.
SC 1305-A
12. Transferring education records and appropriate disciplinary records to other
school districts.
Student Recruitment
Pol. 250
Procedures for disclosure of student records and personally identifiable
information shall apply equally to military recruiters and postsecondary
institutions and shall comply with law and Board policy.
Missing Child Registration
35 P.S.
Sec. 450.403-A
A missing child notation shall be placed on school records of a student under
the age of eighteen (18) reported as missing to school officials by a law
enforcement agency. Such notation shall be removed when the school district is
notified by the appropriate law enforcement agency that a missing child has
been recovered.
35 P.S.
Sec. 450.404-A
In the event the district receives a request for information from the school
records of a missing child, the district shall:
1. Attempt to obtain information on the identity of the requester.
2. Contact the appropriate law enforcement agency to coordinate a response.
No information in the records shall be released to the requester without first
contacting the appropriate law enforcement agency.
References:
School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 1305-A, 1306-A, 1402, 1409, 1532, 1533
Missing Children Registration – 35 P.S. Sec. 450.401-A et seq.
State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 4.52, 12.31, 12.32,
15.9, 16.65
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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act – 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g
Family Educational Rights and Privacy, Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations –
34 CFR Part 99
Individuals with Disabilities Education, Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations –
34 CFR Part 300
Board Policy – 113, 113.1, 113.4, 213, 215, 216.1, 250
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
2014-2015 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Total New Teacher Days:
Total Teacher Days:
S
M
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
T
1
8
15
22
29
July 2014
W T
2
3
9 10
16 17
23 24
30 31
F
4
11
18
25
S
5
12
19
26
S
M
August 20134
T
W T
F
3
10
17
24
31
4*
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
S
M
November 2014
T
W T
F
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
4
11
18
25
6**
13
20
27
Teacher Days:
S
M
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
October 2014
T
W T
1
2
7
8
9
14
15 16
21
22 23
28
29 30
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
S
M
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
S
M
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
Key:
F
2
9
16
23
30
S
3
10
17
24
31
S
1
8
15
22
April 2015
W T
1
2
7
8
9
14
15 16
21
22 23
28
29 30
M
2
9
16
23
5
12
19
26
S
4
11
18
25
Cum:
Cum:
6
13
20
27
February 2015
T
W T
3
4
5
10
11 12
17
18 19
24
25 26
M
T
May 2015
W T
3
10
17
24
31
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
7
14
21
28
S
1
8
15
22
29
7
14
21
28
S
7
14
21
28
M
1
8
15
22
29
September 2014
T
W T
F
2
3
4
5
9
10 11 12
16
17 18 19
23
24 25 26
30
S
M
1
8
15
22
29
7
14
21
28
F
6
13
20
27
S
7
14
21
28
December 2014
T
W T
2
3
4
9
10 11
16
17 18
23
24 25
30
31
S
2
9
16
23
30
S
M
March 2015
T
W T
1
8
15
22
29
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
31
Cum:
Cum:
S
7
14
21
28
M
1
8
15
22
29
F
5
12
19
26
S
6
13
20
27
F
S
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
Cum:
Cum:
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
F
1
8
15
22
29
S
6
13
20
27
Cum:
Cum:
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
Cum:
Cum:
S
Attachment H
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
Cum:
Cum:
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
F
3
10
17
24
2
9
16
23
30
Cum:
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
Cum:
Cum:
T
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
S
4
11
18
25
Cum:
Cum:
January 2015
T
W T
1
6
7
8
13
14 15
20
21 22
27
28 29
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
F
3
10
17
24
31
1
7
8
14 15
21 22
28 29
S
Total Student Days 183*
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
Cum:
Cum:
June 2015
T
W T
2
3
4
9
10 11
16
17 18
23
24 25
30
Teacher Days:
Student Days:
F
5
12
19
26
S
6
13
20
27
Cum:
Cum:
No School - Holiday
Full Inservice Day
Half Day for Students
July 4
September 1
September 2
September 25
November 4
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday,All Buildings Closed
First Day of School K-12
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
No School Students - Teacher
Inservice
November 27, 28 Holiday, All Buildings Closed
December 24-31
December 24-26
December 31
January 1 & 2
January 19
Student/Teacher Holiday
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
February 16
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
March 30-April 3 Student/Teacher Holiday
April 2 - 3
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
May 25
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
June 11
PHS Graduation
June 12
Last Day for Students
*These year-end dates allow for three emergency
school closings during the 2013-2014 school year.