ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
February 28, 2013
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
III.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Legislative Meeting of January 24, 2013
Presentations and Awards
None
IV.
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Student Centered Learning with Technolog: Teacher - Jennifer McLeod
and students: Amanda Briglia, Tessa DeSerafino, Billy Huggett, Ryan
Polsky and Claire Walsh
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 – Sue Williamson
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VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
None
New Business
A.
B.
C.
D.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Supplemental Contracts – See Attachments A and B
c.
Other – Attachment C
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Chorus – Norfork, VA
2.
Penncrest High School Science Olympiad Team – Raystown
Lake/Juniata College
3.
Penncrest High School Spanish Exchange – Madrid, Barcelona,
Tavernes, Spain
School Club
In Recognition
Finance
A.
B.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
2.
Villanova University – Penncrest Graduation – See Attachment D
3.
Teen Sage Contract – See Attachment E
4.
Change Orders and Allowance Adjustments
5.
Change Order – Media Elementary School Project
6.
Web Hosting Agreement – See Attachment F
7.
Textbook and Software Approval
8.
Settlement Agreement for a Special Education Student
9.
Settlement Agreement for a One-To-One Aide
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X.
Finance (continued)
C.
D.
XI.
Financials for January 2013
Bill Lists for January 2013
Adjournment
ANNOUNCEMENT
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at
6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of March 21, 2013, at Penncrest High School.
The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.
Agenda
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R ose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
Director of Management Services
Mr. James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
I.
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
January 24, 2013
Minutes of the January 24, 2013 Legislative Meeting Minutes
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
___________________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance:
Students:
Silvan Alouf
Talia Kaplan
Zachary Schauerman
Rahmi Halaby
John Hanna, President
Peter Barry
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Vice -President
Nancy Mackrides
Tracy Barusevicius
William O’Donnell
Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Chris Guilday
Nancy Fronduti
Also in Attendance:
William Bennett, ILE Principal
Ron Baldino, Director of Maintenance/Oper.
Eric Bucci, GWE Principal
Anne Callahan, Human Resource Director
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen,Dir.PupilServ/Spec Ed
Bill Dougherty, PCHS Asst. Principal
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Joe Fuhr, Principal SYA
Rick Gregg, Principal, Penncrest High School
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Acting Principal SLMS
Anthony Jackowski, Ass’t. Principal SLMS
Joyce Jeuell, Supv. Elem Ed.
Mack Johnson, Mgmt. Systems Admin.
Patti Linden, Director of Technology
Tom Kelly, Solicitor
Patti Linden, Supv. Technology
Wayne McCallister, Interim Prin. RTE
Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Spec.
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
Jenny Robinson, Principal RTE
Sharon Sweeney, Asst. Principal PHS
Dave Stango, Ass’t. Principal PHS
Steve Taylor, Ass’t. Superintendent
Katherine W hite, Ass’t. Principal, SLMS
James Wigo, Superintendent
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Tracey Barusevicius did not abstain nor voted on the following:
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of December 20, 2012
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 - 71
Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
December 20, 2012.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
III.
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
New Board of School Director Approval
A.
B.
New Board of School Director Approval – Tracy Brown Barusevicius
Swearing in of Tracy Brown Barusevicius, Board of School Director
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Kinsler-Fox seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 – 71
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors appoint Tracy Brown
Barusevicius as a new member of the Board of School Directors.
Ms. Barusevicius is replacing Stephen Miller who resigned as of
January 1, 2013. Ms Barusevicius term will expire in 2013.
The Honorable Nicholas S. Lippincott, Esquire administered the Oath
of Office to Tracy Brown Barusevicius.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
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February 24, 2013
IV.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Linda Kinsler-Fox – Former School Board President
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
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Resolve, that the Board approve the resolution to acknowledge
Ms. Kinsler-Fox who has served as President of our School Board for
three years, 2009, 2011 and 2012. Being a Board Member is tough
enough, but serving as President brings many added responsibilities
and pressures. Ms. Kinsler-Fox assumed the responsibilities and
served the district well. Her commitment to our schools, parents,
community and students and to being fiscally responsible has made a
positive impact on our district.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
B.
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
Board of School Directors
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs.Kinsler-Fox seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, that the Board approve the resolution to acknowledge
January is School Director Recognition Month. The theme for 2013
is “Serving Every Child Every Day.” School Board Members volunteer
more than twenty hours per month to the job of making difficult
decisions for our staff and students. These volunteers are your voice
in your school district. They make sure your concerns are heard.
Rose Tree Media School District would like to join PSBA in
recognizing our Board of School Directors for their outstanding
service. Thank you for your commitment to the children and the
citizens of our school district.
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IV.
Presentations and Awards
B.
Board of School Directors (continued)
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
C.
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
Wayne McAllister
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Kinsler-Fox seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 - 75
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors would like to acknowledge
and thank Mr. McAllister for his work at Rose Tree Elementary School.
Mr. McAllister has been the Interim Principal at Rose Tree Elementary
School since August 2012.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
IV.
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
Educational Presentation
A.
Update on the Progress Monitoring Process in Special Education –
Dr. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen
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V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of
January 24, 2013
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
January 24, 2013
Solicitor’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of
January 24, 2013
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 – 76
A.
First States Investors (Wells Fargo) Real Estate Tax
Assessment Appeal – Years 2009-2013
Resolve, that the Board approve the Solicitor’s request for
authorization to settle this real estate tax assessment appeal in
accordance with the attachment (See Solicitor’s Report In
Official Legislative Minutes of January 24, 2013.)
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
G.
President’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
January 24, 2013
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VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
Rose Tree Media Residents - None
Old Business
A.
Policy #103 – Nondiscrimination in the School and Classroom
Practices.
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve the final draft of
Policy #103. (Attachment A in Official Legislative Minutes of
January 24, 2013.)
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
b.
Degree Advancement
c.
Supplemental Contracts
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 – 78
Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
2.
Margaret Simcox-Smith, Substitute
Cafeteria Worker, resignation effective
November 2. 2012.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Alicia Livi, Long Term Substitute Math
Teacher effective January 28, 2013 for the
second semester at the annual salary of
$45,289.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1 to
be pro-rated. Ms. Livi received her
Bachelor’s Degree from University of
Delaware. She served as a Long Term
Substitute during the first semester. Ms.
Livi is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Elizabeth Clements who is on
leave.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
2.
John Fickling, Long Term Substitute Chemistry
Teacher, change of effective date to December
17, 2012. Mr. Fickling is assigned to Penncrest
High School.
3.
Jenny Robinson, Principal, change of effective
date to January 14, 2013. Ms. Robinson is
assigned to Rose Tree Elementary.
4.
Ryan Lewis, Special Education Teacher effective
January 28, 2013 at the annual salary of
$52,458.00, Master’s Degree/Step 2. Mr. Lewis
received his Bachelor’s Degree from Saint
Joseph’s University and his Master’s Degree from
Cabrini College. He has served as a Long Term
Substitute during the first semester. He is
assigned to Indian Lane Elementary replacing
Kristine Acker who resigned.
5.
Eileen Hunger, RTI Teacher effective January 28,
2013, at the annual salary of $45,289.00,
Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1. Ms. Hunger received
her Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester
University. She served as a Long Term Substitute
during the first semester. She is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Betsy
Spardel who was reassigned.
6.
Mary Bridget Letukas, Long Term Substitute
Technology Education Teacher effective January
28, 2013 at the annual salary of $45,289.00,
Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1, pro-rated. Ms. Letukas
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Ursinus
College. She is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Jodi Ruckle who is on leave.
NOTE: Ms. Letukas is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
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X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
7.
Alicia Lallier, Long Term Substitute Title I
Reading Teacher effective January 16, 2013 at
the annual salary of $52,309.00, Master’s
Degree/Step 1 pro-rated. Ms. Lallier received her
Bachelor’s Degree from Eastern University and
her Master’s Degree from West Chester
University. She is assigned to Media Elementary
replacing Julie Fetsch who is on leave. NOTE: Ms
Lallier is being hired pending completion of her
pre-employment paperwork.
8.
Caitlin Judge, Long Term Substitute Math
Teacher for the second semester effective
January 28, 2013 at the annual salary of $52,309,
Master’s Degree/Step 1 to be pro-rated. Ms.
Judge received her Bachelor’s and Master’s
Degrees from West Chester University. She is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School
replacing Phoebe Simmington who is on leave.
9.
Kelly Hogan, (.5) Health/PE Teacher, effective
January 28, 2013 at the annual salary of
$46,165.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 5, pro-rated.
Ms. Hogan received her Bachelor’s Degree from
Temple University. She is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School. This is a new position.
NOTE: Ms. Hogan is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
10.
Arnold Schwartz, Homebound Instructor, at the
rate of $46.00 per hour. NOTE: Mr. Schwartz is
being hired pending completion his preemployment paperwork.
11.
Julia Davis, Assistant Director Summer School
2013 at the annual salary of $3,000.00.
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X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Beverly Hoffman, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
effective January 25, 2013 at the rate of $10.55
per hour. NOTE: Ms. Hoffman is being hired
pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
2.
Joan Breslin, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
effective January 25, 2013 at the rate of $10.55
per hour. NOTE: Ms. Breslin is being hired
pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
3.
Kim Davey, Substitute Nurse, effective January
18, 2013 at the rate of $140.00 per day. NOTE:
Ms. Davey is being hired pending completion of
her pre-employment paperwork.
4.
Nancy Wooding, (.5) Theme Reader for the 20122013 school year at the rate of $150.00 per
month.
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X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
b.
Degree Advancement
1.
c.
Derrick Smith, Support Staff II, requests an
unpaid leave of absence effective January 15,
2013 and terminating May 3, 2013 for the
purpose of completing his student teaching
requirements.
Recommend Board approval of Degree
Advancement for Joseph Fisher to $47,795.00,
Permanent Certification/Step 4 effective August
27, 2012.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Jonathan Boyle, Band Director for the 2012-2013
school year at Rose Tree Elementary at the
annual salary of $580.00
2.
Carol Shapero, New Teacher Mentor effective
January 2, 2013 at the annual salary of $608.00.
Ms. Shapero is assigned to Media Elementary.
3.
Courtney Williams, New Teacher Mentor effective
January 28, 2013 at the annual salary of $580.00.
Ms. Wiliams is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School.
4.
David Woods, E Challenge Club Advisor for the
2012-2013 school year at the annual salary of
$580.00. Mr. Woods is assigned to Indian Lane
Elementary.
5.
JoAnn Podlaski, EnviroChallenge Club Sponsor
for the 2012-2013 school year at the annual
salary of $290.00. Ms. Podlaski is assigned to
Rose Tree Elementary.
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c.
Supplemental Contracts (cont’d)
6.
Matthew Moore, EnviroChallenge Club Sponsor
for the 2012-2013 school year at the annual
salary of $290.00. Mr. Moore is assigned to Rose
Tree Elementary.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
B.
C.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Future Business Leaders of America –
Hershey, PA
2.
Penncrest High School Cheerleading Team – Ocean City, MD
3.
Penncrest High School Ski Club – Mount Snow, VT
School Clubs
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
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B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Future Business Leaders of
America – Hershey, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve an overnight field trip
for the Penncrest High School Future Business Leaders
of America members to Hershey, PA, 4/14/13-4/17/13.
2.
Penncrest High School Cheerleading Team – Ocean
City, MD
Further resolve, that the Board approve an overnight
field trip for the Penncrest High School Cheerleading
Team to Ocean City, MD, 02/22/13-02/24/13.
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B.
Overnight Trips (continued)
3.
Penncrest High School Ski Club – Mount Snow, VT
Further resolve, that the Board approve an overnight
field trip for the Penncrest High School Ski Club to
Mount Snow, VT, 02/22/13-02/24/13.
C.
School Clubs
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following school
clubs at Penncrest High School: Archery, Latin, Dance and
Debate clubs.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
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X.
New Business
D.
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations – none
2.
Nominations
3.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts
Mrs. Kinsler-Fox moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded
a motion to adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
1.
Terminations – None
2.
Nominations
a.
3.
Professional
1.
Lauren Buck, Long Term Substitute
Art Teacher, effective January 28,
2013 at the annual salary of
$52,309.00, Master’s Degree/Step 1
to be pro-rated. Ms. Buck received
her
Bachelor’s
Degree
from
FairfieldUniversity and her Master’s
Degree from Drexel University. She
is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing David Stango who
has been reassigned. NOTE: Ms.
Buck is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
2.
Kim Morris, Director of Summer
School 2013 at the annual salary of
$7,000.00.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
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Tracey Fritch, (.5) New Teacher
Mentor for the 2012-2013 school
year at the annual salary of
$608.00. Ms. Fritch is assigned to
Media Elementary.
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X.
New Business
D.
Addendum – Personnel
3.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts (continued)
2.
Michelle Kirk, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for
the 2012-2013 school year at the annual
salary of $580.00. Ms. Kirk is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
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XI.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
None
B.
General
1.
Dennis Cini Agreements
2.
Resolution for Media Elementary School and Capital Projects
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
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1. Dennis Cini Agreements
a.
Media Elementary School
Resolve, that the Board approve the proposal
from Cini Construction Services, Inc. for Owner’s
Representative
Services
for
the
Media
Elementary School project in an amount not to
exceed $21,714.
b.
2013/2014 Capital Projects
Further resolve, that the Board approve the
proposal from Cini Construction Services, Inc. for
Owner’s Representative Construction Services for
the 2013/2014 capital projects in an amount not
exceed $73,696.
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XI.
Finance
B.
General
2.
Resolution for Media Elementary School and Capital
Projects
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following:
WHEREAS, the Rose Tree Media School District has
determined to undertake certain capital projects including
renovations to the Media Elementary School and various
other miscellaneous projects (collectively, the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, the United States Department of the Treasury,
acting by and through the Internal Revenue Service, on June
18, 1993, promulgated regulations in the Federal Register, Vol.
58, No. 11, Section 1.150-2 (the “Reimbursement
Regulations”), which are applicable to the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Reimbursement Regulations require this
School District to adopt an “official intent” to reimburse itself
from taxable or tax-exempt proceeds for certain capital
expenditures made and to be made by this School District in
connection with the Project; and
WHEREAS, this School District desires to declare its official
intent with respect to certain capital expenditures and
reimbursement thereof to be made in connection with the
Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1.
This School District has and hereafter, from time to time,
shall continue to apply money from its general fund
(consisting of general tax and related revenues,
including proceeds of any tax and revenue anticipation
notes), or from any capital reserve or existing bond fund,
for the purpose of paying certain expenditures relating to
the Project, including fees and expenses of contractors,
engineers, architects, surveyors, lawyers, underwriters,
paying advertising costs, filing fees, printing costs, cost
of acquiring land or rights of way, permit and inspection
fees, cost of acquisition and construction of Project
facilities and related costs of a capital nature with an
economic life of in excess of one (1) year.
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XI.
Finance
B.
General
2.
Resolution for Media Elementary School and Capital Projects
(continued)
1.
Such expenditures of accumulated general fund or
capital reserve or bond fund revenues were not
originally budgeted for this purpose and are not intended
to finance the Project on a long term basis, but on an
interim basis only.
2.
This School District declares its intention to reimburse its
general fund (consisting of general tax and related
revenues, including proceeds of any tax and revenue
anticipation notes), or any capital reserve or bond fund,
for such amounts paid for expenditure allocable to the
Project from and after the date which is sixty (60) days
prior to the date of this Resolution or such other sums
which otherwise constitute “preliminary costs” within the
meaning of applicable Treasury Regulations, from
proceeds of a borrowing by this School District, through
the incurrence of taxable or tax-exempt debt, in the
appropriate maximum principal amount of $3,000,000 to
$8,000,000. Such reimbursement shall occur not later
than eighteen (18) months after the later of (i) the date
on which the original expenditure is paid, or (ii) the date
the Project is placed in service or abandoned, but in no
event more than three (3) years after the original
expenditure is paid. Such debt shall be payable from the
general tax and related revenues of this School District.
3.
The Board Secretary of this School District is hereby
directed to enter this Resolution upon the minutes of this
School District and to make it available for general public
inspection at the Administration Offices during normal
business hours of this School District.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
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XI.
Finance
B.
General
3.
4.
5.
2013/2014 Act 1 Budget Resolution Not to Exceed the Index –
Attachment B
Budgetary Transfers
Settlement Agreement
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
3.
2013/2014 Act 1 Budget Resolution not to exceed the
Index
Act 1 Resolution
The Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media
School District makes the following unconditional
certifications:
a.
The school district’s various tax levies and other
revenue sources will be sufficient to balance the
school district final budget for the next fiscal year
2013-14 based on maintaining current tax rates or
increasing tax rates by an amount less than or
equal to the Act 1 index applicable to the school
district as calculated by the Pennsylvania
Department of Education. This conclusion is
based on the school district preliminary budget or
other information available to the School Board.
b.
The applicable index for the next fiscal year is
1.7%, and the School Board will not for the next
fiscal year's increase the rate of its real estate
tax, or any other tax for the support of public
education, by an amount that exceeds the
applicable index.
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2013
19
February 24, 2013
XI.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2013/2014 Act 1 Budget Resolution not to exceed the Index –
(continued)
Act 1 Resolution
4.
c.
The School Board has to date and in the future
will comply with the rules set forth in School Code
§ 687 for adoption of the school district proposed
andfinal budgets for the next fiscal year.
d.
The School Board understands that the school
district will not be eligible to use Act 1 referendum
exceptions for the next fiscal year. (See
Attachment B in Official Legislative Meeting
Minutes of January 24, 2013.)
Budgetary Transfers
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following
Budgetary Transfers:
FY 13-7 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instruction – New Equipment
AMOUNT: $4,000.00
TO:
Instruction – Books
AMOUNT: $4,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase books for the book
room to coincide with the poetry unit, biography unit, and
science unit in the curriculum for Media Elementary School.
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2013
20
February 24, 2013
XI.
Finance
B.
General
5.
Settlement Agreement
Further resolve, that the Board approve a settlement
agreement presented for a special education student to resolve
a dispute regarding the implementation of special education
services.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2013
21
February 24, 2013
C.
D.
Financials for December 2012
Bill Lists for December 2012
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Kinsler-Fox seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 – 83
Financial Reports
December
December
December
December
2012
2012
2012
2012
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
Bill Lists
December 2012
General Fund Bill List
$ 2,648,704.84
December 2012
Imprest Fund Bill List
$
4,486.75
December 2012
Capital Fund Bill List
$
108,333.95
December 2012
2004 Bond Issue Bill List
$
276.00
December 2012
Bond Series 2011 Bill List
$
290,361.29
December 2012
Bond Series 2012 Bill List
$
52,582.50
December 2012
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
41,783.44
$ 3,146,528.77
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell, Elizabeth
Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2013
22
February 24, 2013
XI.
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Kinsler -Fox seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2013 – 84
Resolve, there being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Mackrides,William O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
None
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti
______________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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February 24, 2013
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:
February 12, 2013
RE:
February 12, 2013 Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Peter Barry
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Linda
Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Liz Schneider
Also in Attendance: Anne Callahan, Grace Eves, Patti Linden, Steve Taylor, Jim Wigo,
and members of the community.
Update on Instructional Use of iPads
Prior to asking the Board’s permission to approve titles of new textbooks and software for
2013-2014, Dr. Taylor provided an update on the instructional use of iPads. Four types of
uses will be most prominent: accessing the internet, creating products, communicating,
and assessing. A particular focus of the presentation was the ways in which academic
content will be available to students in a one-to-one iPad environment: through teachers’
web pages, through free course materials on iTune U, through iBooks sold by publishers,
and through iBooks created by our own teachers using iBooks Author. Each of these
methods was demonstrated for the Board.
Proposed New Textbooks for 2013-2014
In compliance with Policy 108, Dr. Taylor asked the Board’s permission to adopt new
textbook and software titles for 2013-2014. After discussion, the Board gave permission for
a resolution to appear on the February Legislative Agenda.
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 Service
Mr. James M Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
February 13, 2013
Subject:
February 12, 2013 – Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
______________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Chris
Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell and Elizabeth Schneider
Also in Attendance: Jim Wigo, Grace Eves, Anne Callahan, and Patti Linden
______________________________________________________________________
Contract
 Schoolwires provides the District’s web-hosting services. The contract is for three
years. The District needs to approve the contract in February in order to comply
with E-Rate’s deadline of March 14. The District receives 40% funding for
telecommunications through E-Rate. The Schoolwires contract is $2,300 less
than the previous contract because a product was removed due to little use of
the product.

Villanova University – Penncrest Graduation
o Graduation is scheduled for Thursday, June 6, 2013. The fee is lower for
Thursday rentals compared to Friday and Saturday rentals.
o Fee is $11,375, which is a $500 increase over last year’s fee.

The Teen Sage
o The contract is for two assemblies at Penncrest to celebrate Black History
month. The fee is $1,000 plus travel expenses. The travel expense will be
paid through the Human Relations student activity club and is not to
exceed $250. Funding for the $1,000 fee is from the Penncrest Student
Activity account.
The contracts will be sent to Tom Kelly for review.
Finance Minutes
February 12, 2013
Page 2
Action: The contracts will be moved to the February 28, Legislative meeting for
approval pending final review by the solicitor.
Budgetary Summary Comparison Report
The District has expensed 71% of expenditures and received 91% of revenue. These
figures are consistent with last year’s figures for January.
Action: Discussion
Budgetary Transfers
FY 13-8 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Snow plowing services
$5,000.00
To:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services – Replacement equipment
$5,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer is needed to cover the cost of replacement
playground equipment district-wide.
FY 13-9 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction - Supplies
$1,108.00
To:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – New Equipment
$1,108.00
RATIONALE: Transfer is needed to purchase equipment for TV production
class at Penncrest.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 28, Legislative meeting for approval.
Finance Minutes
February 12, 2013
Page 3
2013/2014 Support Services Budget Review
The Support Services Budget was reviewed. These services include pupil services,
instructional staff, administration, pupil health services, business, operations,
maintenance, transportation, central and other support services. A small increase of
1.4% for salaries is included in this budget. One administrator retired in the current year
and was not replaced. This resulted in a reorganization of the administrative staff.
Increases in health care and retirement resulted in a 19.6 % increase in benefits. The
PSERS retirement rate will increase from the current rate of 12.35% to 16.93% for the
2013/2014 fiscal year. The technology budget increased due an additional Apple lease
for equipment that consists of iPads for all students at the High School, replacement of
computers for elementary school teachers, and the replacement of netbooks for
students at the elementary and middle schools. Current World Language iPads at the
High School and two iPad carts at the Middle School will be redeployed to the
elementary schools next year. Apple will be working with the District for a volume
discount. Parent meetings will be scheduled to discuss the acceptable use and care of
student iPads. All equipment will be tagged and inventoried. Seniors will turn in their
iPad at the end of their senior year. Those iPads will be redeployed to the incoming
freshman class. The equipment budget for the Technology Department also increased
due to the installation of an upgrade wireless network at the Elementary Schools. Board
members in attendance gave their support for the Apple project. New GPS technology
for safety for school buses is included in the Transportation budget. The District will
have the ability to track the location of buses and address concerns over safety. The
Board voted at the January Legislative meeting to not increase taxes above the 1.7%
Act 1 Index.
Action: Discussion
Public Comment: Three members of the public attended the meeting.
The next Finance Committee meeting will be held on March 12, 2013.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
Mr. James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
___
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Mr. James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
February 13, 2013
Subject:
February 12, 2013 - Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Nancy Mackrides
___________________________________________________________________
Board Members in Attendance: Tracy Barusevicius, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Chris
Guilday, John Hanna, Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell and Elizabeth Schneider
Also in Attendance: Jim Wigo, Grace Eves, Anne Callahan, and Patti Linden
______________________________________________________________________
Capital Projects Update

Media Elementary School
A change order for an extension of time will be issued. The time extension is for
one week due to unforeseen conditions for the installation of the structural steel
and coordination. Work will still continue on the renovation. A credit for unused
demolition allowances will be used to offset increases in change orders for
permits, unforeseen conditions, salvage work, and replacement of fire alarm
communications. The net effect is an increase of $1,588. Board members
recommended the District seek waivers or reductions in permit fees for future
projects.
Action: This item will be moved to the February 28, Legislative meeting for
approval.
Operations Minutes
February 12, 2013
Page 2

Springton Lake Middle School
Punch list items are being reviewed. Work on items such as exterior letter,
exterior painting, sidewalk at the auditorium, interior doors and window trim will
take place over the spring break. Communication concerning the leak in the
auditorium has been on-going between the architect and General contractor. An
open house will be held in May. The pool committee will be reorganized to
include new board members and the acting principal at the Middle School. A
meeting will be held before the next Operations Committee for the purpose hiring
a pool management company and expanding the use of the pool to the
community.
Action: Discussion

ESCO Project
Work continues at the Ed Center.
Action: Discussion

NGV Conversion for Transportation
Preliminary numbers from the feasibility study suggest a savings of
approximately $225,000 over a twelve year period. The administration applied for
a $500,000 EPA grant. The results of the grant award will be known in March. If
the District is successful, the tentative savings will increase to approximately
$800,000. Final results of the feasibility study will be completed shortly. Public
meetings to inform the public on the use of compressed natural gas for buses will
be held shortly. The administration and Nancy Mackrides will visit Lower Merion
School District on February 20 to tour their NGV station and buses. Lower
Merion has had CNG buses for the past 10 years. Natural gas pricing is
projected to decrease over time. Pennsylvania is home to one of the largest
natural gas resources in the world.
Action: Discussion

13/14 Capital Projects
The Board reviewed various capital projects with a focus on safety. The
Administration received a proposal for card reader systems at the Elementary
Schools for two doors at each location for approximately $5,000.00. An
evaluation on the current door hardware will need to be reviewed for
compadibility. The Administration will research installing a card reader system at
the Ed Center.
Operations Minutes
February 12, 2013
Page 3
Media Little League Lighting Request
The Administration met with two representatives from Media Little League to
discuss the possibility of installing lights on the Little League field located on the
Middle School’s campus. All costs will be the responsibility of Media Little
League. They will be required to abide by all Upper Providence Township
regulations regarding lighting and address neighbors’ concerns. The Board
recommended the Administration also explore the option of meeting township
lighting requirements for lights for the football stadium for future use.
Public Comment: Three members of the public were in attendance.
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on March 12, 2013
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
Anne D. Callahan
Director of Human Resources
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources
Date:
February 15, 2013
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – February 12, 2013
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Chair
Board Members in attendance: C. Guilday, L. Kisler-Fox, J. Hanna,
T. Barusevicius, N. Mackrides, L. Schneider, W. O’Donnell
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, J. Wigo, G. Eves, P. Linden, Four Members of
the Public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
Items to be included on the agenda of the Legislative meeting of the Board of
School Directors on February 28, 2013 were reviewed and discussed.
All items were approved to move forward to the legislative meeting for a vote of
the full Board of School Directors. Additional items will be added to the agenda
and forwarded to the Board of School Directors for review prior to the Legislative
meeting on February 28.
II.
Executive Session – An executive session was held to discuss matters of
personnel.
The meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held in the Board Room at the
Education Center on March 12, 2013.
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.565.5317
www.rtmsd.org
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, PhD
Director of Pupil Services and
Special Education
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
From:
Dr. Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Director of Pupil Services and Special
Education
Date:
February 8, 2013
Subject:
Contract rescinded
Settlement agreement-2
Due Process Complaint
Overnight field trips
School club
Contract
A contract for tuition payment to Devereux-Brandywine Program that had been
submitted in the Committee minutes last month for the education of a special
education student has been withdrawn. The student now qualifies for state
reimbursement as a 4010 student.
Agreement
A settlement agreement has been presented for a special education student for
resolution over a dispute regarding claims for compensatory education and tuition
reimbursement for a special education student in an out-of-state placement. The
settlement calls for tuition payment to Shortridge Academy in New Hampshire in
the amount of $26,250.00 for the 2012-2013 school year. Compensatory education
was not awarded. Attorney fees in the amount of $10,000.00 were paid to parents’
counsel. This agreement releases the District from any and all educational claims
on behalf of the student through the date of the agreement.
Action: Approval will be on the February 2013 Legislative Agenda.
Pupil Services Committee Minutes
February 8, 2013
Page 2
A settlement agreement was drafted which provides for payment of a one-to-one
aide for a special education student placed by parents at St. Katherine’s School.
The student had been attending the Marple Education Center with a one-to-one
aide at the District’s expense. Parents have assumed tuition costs at St.
Katherine’s.
Action: Approval will be on the February 2013 Legislative Agenda.
Complaint
A due process complaint that had been filed by the parents of a student no longer
enrolled in the school district was denied by the Office of Dispute Resolution for
insufficient grounds.
A due process complaint has been filed by the parents of a special education
student seeking tuition reimbursement for a unilateral placement in an out-of –
district school.
Overnight field trips:
The Science Olympiad Team will participate in the State Tournament at Raystown
Lake/Juniata College, 4/25/13-4/27/13. Twenty-two students will participate. They
will be accompanied by five chaperones. Substitute costs are $1,020.00 dollars;
and transportation costs are $5,500.00 dollars. Hotel and meals costs are
$2,100.00 dollars. The District is funding substitute costs and partial costs of
transportation and hotel/meals for a total of $3800.00 dollars
Action: Approval will be on the February 2013 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest Choir will participate in the Virginia International Music Festival on
4/25/13. Fifty students will participate. They will be accompanied by one
chaperone. Substitute costs are $204.00 dollars, transportation costs are
$5,500.00 dollars. Hotel and meals costs are $400.00 dollars. Registration fees are
$100.00 dollars/student and are being paid by the Choir Parent Organization. The
District is funding transportation costs. Students are paying costs for transportation
and hotel/meals.
Action: Approval will be on the February 2013 Legislative Agenda.
Pupil Services Committee Minutes
February 8, 2013
Page 3
Permission to offer an abroad trip to Spain for a Spanish Exchange program in
March-April, 2014 is requested. The approximate cost to the student is $3,500.00.
Substitute fees will be between $1,020-$2,142.
School Club
The following school club has been submitted for approval for Penncrest High
School. The faculty advisor(s) for this club is an unpaid, volunteer position.
1) Improv club
Action: Approval will be on the February 2013 Legislative Agenda.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – February 28, 2013
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
First Grade
The first graders are learning how to write friendly letters in Writing Workshop. The
children have gone through the process of brainstorming, drafting, editing, revising and
rewriting and are sending their first letter to a friend or family member in the mail. As the
children write letters to various people on their address lists, they hope to receive letters
back and will continue writing as pen pals. What an authentic way to practice letter
writing!
Second Grade
This month the second graders will open up shop for our classroom markets. As the
culmination of our unit on Economics and Banking, the students will be going into
business selling goods and services to one another. They received classroom money,
and they will be depositing and withdrawing their money from the classroom bank. After a
period of practicing bank transactions, they will get direct experience with supply and
demand and budgeting their money while making choices about what they want to buy
with their new found profits.
Third Grade
Third grade has been busy in every area of our day! As writers, we have been working
on writing persuasive reviews. Students chose a place or product to write a positive or
negative review about. They have taken time to research their place and product and
provide educations pros and cons and reasons for their opinion. They are publishing two
review in this unit. As readers, students have been meeting in book clubs daily to discuss
series books at their reading levels. They are having meaningful conversations about
characters as they follow them throughout the books of a series. In math, we have just
finished studying measurement, area, and perimeter. We are beginning to look at
patterns in temperature and line graphs. In Science, we are learning about the solar
system and we are discussion individuals who changed their communities in Social
Studies. We will be taking a trip to the Lankenau Hospital on Wednesday, February 13,
as a cumulative experience for our health unit on the human body systems.
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Fourth Grade
Fourth grade celebrated the Chinese New Year. We appreciated the diversity in Chinese
art, song, geography, and food, by participating in a special luncheon catered by Da Shin
Restaurant followed by a hands-on presentation from Mrs. Tsai (a local artist). Students
not only experienced the tastes of Chinese culture, but also created a craft, sang in
Chinese, and saw authentic artifacts up close. The students also learned about China
and its culture.
Fifth Grade
Fifth grade finished up their unit on non-fiction reading. During the last phase of this unit,
students read multiple books about the same topic. In groups, students created posters to
teach others about the topic on which they had become experts. The posters were then
presented to their classmates. Presenters attempted to keep their eyes on the audience
members and elaborate on the information that was on the poster. Audience members
learned about topics ranging from Abe Lincoln to Greek gods to Zebras.
Random Acts of Kindness Week
The Junior Optimist Club is sponsoring a "Random Acts of Kindness Week" at
Glenwood. Club members have set a goal to see if they can collect 150 acts of kindness.
All students are invited to record acts of kindness that they performed, or that happened
to them at school that day. Students can record the act of kindness using the paper and
designated box in the cafeteria. Each day a few anonymous, random acts of kindness will
be drawn from the box and shared with the student body over the loud speaker at
dismissal time.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Student Safety
We held an unannounced lockdown drill on January 30 for the purpose of practicing the
procedures put in place from the first lockdown drill on January 8. We are studying ways
to increase safety during hours before and after the student day. We have many groups
who use the building and many logistical issues to sort out.
PSSA Field Testing
Third grade participated in the PSSA Field Test for writing on February 5. Students
answered multiple choice questions, open-ended questions and one writing prompt in
order to provide the Pennsylvania Department of Education with information to select
items for future assessments. No data will come back to the school district as a result of
this field test, and students will not receive individual scores.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students at Indian Lane celebrated the 100th day of school in a big way!
They wore hats decorated with 100 items, counted by 10s to 100, sorted items by 10s,
ate fruit on sticks of 10 pieces, and measured with candy hearts! Can you make 100
words with the letters in "valentine"? What will you buy with $100 dollars? Do you know
anybody who is 100 years old? Students shared their answers to these questions.
Happy 100th Day!
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First Grade
During Reading Workshop, first graders have been learning how to think while we read.
They have learned how to make connections, visualize and ask thick and thin questions.
This type of thinking will really help them grow as a reader. During Writing Workshop,
first graders are hard at work finishing up their "How To" books. They have chosen their
own "How To" topic to write a book about. This is a type of non-fiction writing where the
students have to include an introduction, the materials needed, the steps in order to
complete the task and a conclusion. At the end of this unit of study, the students will
celebrate their accomplishments as an author with a Publishing Party. The first graders
are also celebrating our 100th day of school on Wednesday, February 13th. They have
collected 100 items from home and written detailed clues for their classmates to figure out
what their item is. They will read books about 100; write 100 words they know and
participate in 100 exercises as part of the celebration. It will be a fun-filled day of
learning!
Second Grade
In Reading Workshop, we completed our fairytale unit by concentrating on comparing and
contrasting fractured fairy tales. We also visited The Arden Theatre to experience their
version of Cinderella. In Reading Workshop, we are now learning about nonfiction. We
are discovering the characteristics that separate it from fiction. These include facts, a
glossary, a table of contents, an index, headings, captions, charts, and diagrams. In word
study, we focused on the r-controlled words, plural nouns and the suffix -ed and open
syllables. We are now working with adjectives which will help us to make our writing
more descriptive. In Math, we worked with rods and units to gain an understanding of the
concepts of place value. We were then introduced to the algorithm to complete double
digit addition and subtraction problems with and without regrouping. In Writing Workshop,
we are working on publishing our original fractured fairy tales. In Social Studies, we
continued our unit on African American History by learning about such important people
as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Ruby Bridges, Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks. We also
began a new unit on Native Americans.
Third Grade
During Reading Workshop, we have been working with two types of non-fiction:
expository and narrative. Expository nonfiction has all of the non-fiction text features…
headings, subheadings, bold or italicized words, index, glossary, captions, diagrams,
labels, and many times photographs. Narrative non-fiction follows the structure more like
a fiction book. Third graders have been examining these texts closely. The important
thing to remember when reading non-fiction is that we are reading to learn something
new. Students have been “taking notes” so they can grow a conversation about what
they have learned and working with their reading partners to become “experts” on a topic.
To culminate the unit, students have been working independently on their Nonfiction
Poster Project, which they will present and showcase in the classroom. Keep an eye on
our website as pictures will be posted soon!
We have successfully completed our first PSSA test in the area of writing! Although it
was only a field test, the students got to practice for the real deal in April and feel a bit
more confident knowing what to expect. In the weeks ahead, we will spend time focusing
on figurative language such as alliteration, personification, onomatopoeia, similes,
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metaphors, and hyperboles. We will read books and do some fun activities to go along
with each.
Students have been learning about the immigrant experience. In an experiential exercise,
students have explored the reasons why people immigrate, the challenges immigrants
face in getting to the United States, and some of the benefits and drawbacks of being an
immigrant. In Investigations, we spent some time learning about multiplication. During
this unit, students learned multiple strategies in order to develop an understanding that
we use multiplication to combine a number of equal groups. We mastered our times 1, 2,
3, 4, 5, 10, and 11 tables. After PSSA’s, we will pick back up where we left off, mastering
the remaining tables. In the meantime, we started our geometry unit, which focuses on
measurement, perimeter, and area, as well as investigating characteristics of triangles,
rectangles, and other polygons. In class, students will spend time discussing problems in
depth and are asked to share their reasoning and solutions.
AGP
The third grade AGP students are in the process of creating a scale model and video tour
of our solar system. As part of their physics unit of study, the fourth grade AGP students
are exploring Sir Isaac Newton’s Laws of Motion. As part of their architecture unit of
study, the fifth grade AGP students are drawing scale models of prominent buildings.
Birthday Bash
We celebrated February Birthdays at 3:00 in the cafeteria. A PTG volunteer bakes
delicious cupcakes and provides juice boxes while the school provides a pencil. This is a
monthly event held throughout the year. July and August birthdays are celebrated on
days in June.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
We will be holding parent-teacher conferences on February 27 and 28. These
conferences provide a formal opportunity for teachers to share student progress with
parents.
PTG Activity
Mid-Winter Festival
Indian Lane temporarily broke out of the winter cold and featured a night of delicious food
with a carnival flavor and games for kids of all ages. There were competitions, raffles,
face painting, a moon bounce and many fun prizes.
Student Council Activity
The Indian Lane Student Council is busy planning events for all students to participate.
The Family Skate Night at Ice Works was postponed due to bad weather, but will be
rescheduled in the near future. Proceeds from events like these will benefit local
charities.
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MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Martin Luther King of Service
Over 100 Media students and their parents gathered on MLK Day for a day of service.
The following press release was prepared by chair, Lora Stegman Werner: It was a
holiday - a cold mid-winter school holiday. They could have slept in . . . stayed in their
pajamas . . . played video games. But instead, over 100 students from Media Elementary
School, nearly a quarter of the school population, came out on January 21 to be of
service to others as part of the national Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Dr. King
once said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'"
Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the
King Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities as part as a national call for
service. An extra special part of this year's Media Elementary School day of service was
having the children perform a group reading of Dr. King’s "I have a dream" speech, to
help celebrate the 50thanniversary of this landmark speech. Media Elementary supports
the MLK Day of Service by organizing multiple service opportunities where children can
make a real contribution. This year, students prepared food for the homeless, cleaned
Media's Community Playroom, visited residents at Sterling Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Center, cleaned and sorted gently used children's gear for Cradles 2 Crayons, decorated
planting pots with Greener Partners, made Valentine's for shut-ins and troops, sorted food
at the Media Food Bank, made Linus blankets with Values Into Action, and helped sort
school library books. The MLK Day of Service is sponsored by the school's ParentTeacher Group and is an annual event at Media Elementary School.
Black History Month
Media students are preparing their poster entries for the annual NAACP poster contest.
Social studies coordinator Hans Kalbach is coordinating the effort. Winners will be
honored in a special program at The Unitarian Church on March 2. We had two special
performances this month. Grades 3-5 went to The Hedgerow Theatre to see a
performance of HARRIET, a one woman show based on the life of Harriet Tubman. The
show focused on the relationship of Harriet Tubman and the Quakers and their work with
the Underground Railroad. After the show, students had the opportunity to ask questions.
Media students were featured in a Town Talk article about the production. Fifth grade
teacher Tina Loveland-Smith was quoted, “The performance was captivating. There were
over 100 students in the audience and you could hear a pin drop. This is a true testament
to Harriet’s ability to take our children back in time to understand how one person can
make a tremendous difference.” First and second graders were entertained by Tahira, a
storyteller who shared tales of Africa in her performance , “Gift of Story.”
Music news from Mrs. Verdeur:
Our Peter and the Wolf unit was lots of fun. Can you identify all the major themes in this
composition? Well the Media first graders can. Every student scored proficient in their
picture matching theme test. We now can recognize specific instrument timbres and have
reviewed elements of a story: setting, plot, characters and problem. Mustang Chorale
and Recess Ringers have started their spring season. The Chorale will sing Saturday,
March 2 at the NAACP Black History Month Poster Contest Awards Ceremony. A music
composition student from Swarthmore College has written a performance piece for the
chorale entitled “Molly and Jacky”. It is a challenging work with a contemporary jazz feel
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to it. The singers will premiere the piece May 2 at the spring concert with the composer
accompanying on the piano.
First Grade Fun
In February, first grade students at Media Elementary took a virtual trip to Asia and
studied the country of China. Famous landmarks, language, animals and the land were
some of the research topics. To celebrate and honor the Chinese culture, students
enjoyed fiction and nonfiction books and experienced many customs in preparation for the
year of the snake.
Some of these learning activities included Chinese Dragons,
Lanterns, Using Chop Sticks, Lai See (Red Envelope), Chinese Zodiac, Fortune Cookies,
and Writing the numbers 1-10 in Chinese. Gung Hay Fat Choy!
Second Grade Update
Can you list the properties of a liquid? What are the properties of a solid? How do solids
interact in water? Can you name a Non-Newtonian fluid? These are just some of the
questions second grade students are exploring. Through the exploration of our science
Investigation, Solids and Liquids, students are expanding their use of vocabulary words
and have increased their knowledge of the properties related to both liquids and solids.
States of matter and the processes of change that take place are other among the related
topics the students are also exploring. “Art Goes to School” was well received by the
second grade children. Conducted in our individual classrooms, the children explored
different pieces of artwork by several different artists. Students were engaged and
enthusiastic as they listened to the volunteer present each of the “fine art” prints. Students
learned to look, listen and “feel” art.
Grade Three
Students presented their SPACE research projects to their classmates. Students selfselected a topic and chose the method for presentation. Projects included posters,
interactive games, PowerPoint presentations, dramatic re-enactments, three dimensional
models, student scripted puppet shows, and mobiles. Third graders visited the
planetarium at West Chester University. Students are now learning about economics
including markets, supply and demand, and wants and needs. Students are taking part in
an interactive, virtual lemonade stand. This simulation helps students consider market
forces in order to maximize profits.
AGP News
Third Grade AGP: The third grade AGP students are in the process of creating a scale
model and video tour of our solar system. Fourth Grade AGP: As part of their physics
unit of study, the fourth grade AGP students are exploring Sir Isaac Newton’s Laws of
Motion. Fifth Grade AGP: As part of their architecture unit of study, the fifth grade AGP
students are drawing scale models of prominent building
Art News
As part of their trip around the world with art, second grade children learned that Chinese
New Year is one of the most important celebrations on the Asian calendar. Thy created
origami snakes to mark that 2013 is the year of the snake. A festive display of their
snakes is on view at the Coffee Beanery at Franklin Mint Credit Union on State St. in
Media through the month of February. Sketch Club has continued to meet this month.
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PSSA Writing Field Test
Our third graders took the PSSA Writing field test. A field test is a “trial run” and is used to
gather information for next year’s test. Our students took the test very seriously.
Naglieri
Second graders completed the Naglieri, an assessment of non-verbal skills that is used,
in part, to screen for AGP.
BINGO
The Media PTG sponsored a BINGO night. Despite the prediction of snow, the venue
(Community Room at The Media Borough Hall) was packed. Callers included Mrs.
Williamson, Ms. Howe, and Mrs. Kotch.
“I Make a Difference at Media Elementary School” Award
Recent recipients of the “I Make a Difference at Media Elementary School” award were
Jane Battaglia (tech assistant), Jennifer Zeigler (support staff), Diane Boyer (school
secretary), and Katie Boylan (nurse). All were commended for their kindness, strong work
ethic, commitment to children, helpfulness, and dedication. We are lucky to have them on
our team.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Along with all of the daily curriculum and routines, Kindergarten celebrated the 100th Day
of School, Black History Month, President’s Day, and Dental Health Month. During the
100th day of school, students explored a variety of ways to count to 100, compared the
weight of 100 objects through the use of a balance scale, and successfully counted to 100
by 10s which is now a Common Core State Standard. They were very excited to have a
large number of parent volunteers join in their celebration. In Reading Workshop,
students have been learning new strategies to strengthen their reading skills. This month
the students focused on using schema or background knowledge to help make
predictions while reading. Students have been very excited to show off this reading
strategy to the reading specialist, parents, and other classroom visitors!
Second Grade
Halfway Day was a "whole" lot of fun for second graders at Rose Tree Elementary. The
purpose of Halfway Day was to celebrate our halfway point of this school year, the 90th
day! Students participated in learning activities which exposed them to the concept of
1/2. At the Half Price Toy Sale, students used plastic money to calculate the sale price of
various toys at 50% off. Students stamped out half a dollar as many ways as they could.
Measuring tapes were used to measure designated objects around the room and then
students used a calculator to divide by 2 to get half the measurement. The children
enjoyed a book called Give Me Half and then created pictures of food showing half.
Finally, students used vinyl letters to determine if symmetry was shown. The classes
exercised every 1/2 hour for 1/2 minute. Children brought 1/2 of any object from home to
see that one half can look many different ways. They also brought a collection and
worked with classmates to calculate half the number. Homework included a Half Foot
Hunt, where children had to find things at home that measured half a foot and a writing
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assignment where they had to tell when one half can be a "good" and a "not so good"
thing. Now, second graders will confidently apply this knowledge to the concept of other
fractions.
Fourth Grade
Rose Tree fourth graders have had a busy month. In Science they created their own
model ecosystem with an aquarium and terrarium and plant and animal/insect life for
each system. Students researched characteristics of stable and disturbed ecosystems.
They recorded daily observations and drew conclusions based on their results. Students
were able to identify and describe plant and animal adaptations that are important for their
survival. Students were able to compare different life cycles of plants and animals. As a
conclusion to the unit students will be participating in a creek study where they will be
collecting samples of water and using a microscope to examine the living materials found
in the creek. Based on their observations and their knowledge of plant and animal life that
can survive in different conditions they will determine the “health” of the creek water.
Students will discuss and reflect on natural and human-made causes that can disrupt an
ecosystem. Students also participated in a Passport to History lesson. For the in school
presentations students created the Betsy Ross star, and learned about what is in the bag
with the colonial pocket, haversack and colonial toys. Students earned a stamp in their
passport and enjoyed participating in colonial time activities.
Art
The artworks of five first grade students were chosen for exhibition in the statewide Youth
Art Month Exhibit at the Pennsylvania Department of Education Honor's Suite Gallery in
Harrisburg, PA. Daphne Rogers, student teacher from the University of the Arts, prepared
the artworks for exhibition. An art reception will be held in Harrisburg on March 23rd to
honor all the art students participating from across the state of Pennsylvania.
Banners created by second grade artists embellished the Franklin Mint Federal Credit
Union in Media borough in honor of the Chinese New Year celebration for 2013 The Year
of the Snake. The banners remained on display through late February (see photo below).
Music
During the month of February students in all grade levels focused on musical content
related to popular February events and core classroom curriculum. The first and second
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grade students learned about famous composer Sergei Prokofiev and his famous piece
"Peter And The Wolf." Using the timbre of the instruments, the students where able to
match specific characters in the story and were assessed based on their grade skill
level. Third grade students focused primarily on playing and demonstrating the correct
techniques necessary to perform on recorder. They are up to three notes and are
beginning to acquire a repertoire. Fourth grade students learned material that will be
performed in March during Music in Schools Month. They will be presenting various
activities mirroring what they do in class each day, but in a performance setting. Much on
the content ties in with their classroom social studies curriculum associated with America
and the 50 states. Fifth grade reached a more advanced level of recorder playing utilizing
all fingers to perform more difficult notes. Fifth grade began learning spring concert music.
In honor of Black History Month, time was taken in each class to discuss spiritual songs,
the birth of jazz music, and Louis Armstrong.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Art
The art showcase is being filled now with art work completed by Springton Lake students.
Ms. Sycz’ grade eight students are preparing to begin the eighth grade sculpture unit. In
order to prepare to sculpt a human figure out of clay, student will visit a web site that
offers a brief history of sculpture and how a contemporary sculptor works with clay.
Students have been thinking of a subject and gathering resource images and making
sketches. Students have been given instruction on a writing assignment that involves
comparing and contrasting two well-known sculptures. Students are also reviewing basic
clay techniques before they roll their own slab of clay. Grade seven students are now in
the process of completing a hollowing head and getting the correct proportion before
attaching to the lower portion of the body in their clay sculpture.
Grade six students have completed a writing a paper reflecting upon the major concepts
explored in the drawing unit. Grade six students have begun their sculpture of a bird in a
setting comparing the experience of working three-dimensionally with the experience of
depicting the same subject in the previous lesson in a two-dimensional art form.
Mrs. Going’s eighth graders have completed amazing Illuminated Manuscripts. Their
focus has been on the extraordinary way the artists of the Middle Ages developed each
page with outstanding color and detail. Look for samples of their work in the Springton
Showcase and hallways. A second Formal Analysis to help them work on higher thinking
skills is due on Valentine’s Day. Students continue to analyze and critique their work,
making necessary adjustments as they go. Seventh Grades have completed the
development of a ceramic Fish in Motion. They have expanded their vocabulary use of
sculpting terms and continue to assess in writing each step of the way. They move on to
the element of Value and continue to review elements and principles of design. Sixth
Grades are immersed in the culture of the Aztec Civilization and are developing their
Relief Sculpture skills. They are well into construction of their own version of the Aztec
Sun God. A creative writing with history will complete the unit. Do they now know the
difference between the elements of shape and form? YES!
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Mrs. Prior’s eighth grade students are enhancing their illuminated manuscript pages with
mixed media, including paint, markers, and colored pencils to simulate the rich colors and
gold and silver leaf found in the Medieval manuscripts. Seventh grade students are
reinforcing their knowledge of color theory and improving their painting skills by mixing
colors as they paint their designs. Sixth graders are persevering with pastels to create
portraits after observing short video clips of portrait artists working with pastels.
Guidance
The guidance department organized support groups for students. Groups currently
running include coping skills, family issues, siblings with disabilities, and study skills. The
department is currently working with eighth graders to schedule them for ninth grade
courses. They are using the Home Access Center which allows students and parents to
log on and view teacher course recommendations. Eighth graders are meeting with
Margie Gilroy, eighth grade counselor, to choose elective courses. The counselors also
attended a workshop offered by Holcomb Behavioral Health Services designed to
educate counselors and give them an opportunity to share ideas regarding facilitation of
psycho-educational groups.
Language Arts
In sixth grade Language Arts, students studied biographies of people who have been
important to our world, such as Matthew Henson, Frederick Douglass, Midori, Helen
Keller, and Amelia Earhart. Two young people, Lexi Youngberg and Bethany Hamilton,
who overcome the loss of a limb and are currently living a full life were also studied. A
self-selected biography was also chosen by each student to read and analyze. The idea
of "overcoming obstacles" was the focus of the study. Students analyzed how people can
overcome challenges, determining specific character traits and attitudes necessary, such
as determination and tenacity, but they also examined how many of the individuals
studied had mentors or support networks that were key to their success. Students wrote
diary entries from the perspectives of various individuals and watched clips of The Miracle
Worker and Soul Surfer to see the stories from another perspective. The study concluded
with the writing of an essay in which students explored the characteristics and life lessons
they might utilize as they face challenges in their own lives.
Mrs. Krautzel’s content Language Arts class just started the novel Drums, Girls, and
Dangerous Pie, by Jordan Sonnenblick. The main character in the book is a very
talented, passionate drummer. Throughout the book, the drums become a very important
symbol. Each of the students in the class was given a set of drum sticks, and they will
also be having a mini-lesson on playing the drums with Mr. Reno. The students will be
learning a technique that is frequently referenced in the book called a "Paradiddle." This
exposure will help the students connect to the character and understand the book the role
that the drums play throughout the novel.
Other seventh grade Language Arts classes are reading survival stories. There are two
stories being read in various classrooms: the classic Call of the Wild by Jack London and
Gary Paulsen's award winning story, Hatchet. All classes recently completed writing
personal narratives for the Young Author's contest.
In eighth grade Language Arts during the month of February, students are reading
Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes and discussing different types of intelligence and
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why is intelligence a driving social force. Students will also review and master parts of
speech by studying verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. In addition, they will be completing
"On Demand" 5-paragraph persuasive and informational essays in class to prepare for
March's Writing PSSA. They will be completing graphic organizers, planning, writing, and
editing essays. The essays will be evaluated and assessed using a student-friendly
PSSA-style rubric.
Library
The library’s e-book collection continues to grow. The library has received lots of positive
feedback from teachers and students about e-book usage and increased reading among
“reluctant readers.”
To increase information literacy among seventh grade students, Ms. Brashers is
collaborating with Miss Shaw’s seventh grade SLMS Success class on a semester long
research project. Students have selected topics of interest, for example The Beatles,
Gymnastics, and Dr. Pepper. Students will learn the research process throughout the
spring and create a visual aid to use for a final presentation. The learning goal of this
project is for students to know how to find valid information when an information need
arises.
Students continue to push themselves to read new books with the 2013 Reading
Challenge. Many students are working toward their goals. One student has already read
over 30 library books.
Math
Geometry students are moving ahead after the midterm and studying Chapter 7- Right
Triangles and Trigonometry. In this chapter students investigate side lengths and angles
in triangles. They start by using the Pythagorean Theorem to find the length of the third
side in a right triangle, then use the Converse of the Pythagorean Theorem, and other
theorems, to decide if three given side lengths form an acute, right, or obtuse triangle.
Students explore ratios of lengths formed by an altitude to the hypotenuse of a right
triangle and use the ratios of side lengths for a 450-450-900 triangle and a 300-600-900
triangle. Finally, students apply trigonometric ratios, the Law of Sines, and the Law of
Cosines to find side lengths and angle measures in triangles.
Algebra I students are completing chapter 6 which deals with reading, writing, and solving
linear inequalities in one and two variables. Everything that they learned in chapter 5—
linear relationships and graphing linear equations—is being reinforced as they now are
graphing linear inequalities to identify all of the (x, y) solutions. We are going to be
continuing our work with linear equations and inequalities as we are introduced to
systems of linear equations and inequalities.
Eighth Grade Connected Math students are investigating the relationship between the
sides of a right triangle as we continue working on our unit, Looking for Pythagoras. We
are traveling around the fictional city of Euclid as we investigate how traveling by car has
a longer distance than if we traveled by helicopter. We solved for the areas of parks
within the city of Euclid and are working on solving for the perimeter of those parks. We
are working on understanding and using the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for the
distance between two points on a coordinate plane.
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Seventh Grade CMP2: In Connected Math Seventh Grade, students explored probability
scenarios in the book What Do You Expect? In this book, we learned how to interpret
experimental and theoretical probabilities as well as the difference between them.
Students practiced using tree diagrams and area models to demonstrate the possible
outcomes of situations. The seventh graders really enjoyed playing mini-games in class to
determine if a game was fair or unfair!
In the seventh grade accelerated program,
students finished up with the book Growing, Growing, Growing where they learned about
exponential relationships and scientific notation. In the following book, Frogs, Fleas, and
Painted Cubes, students were introduced to quadratic relationships. They mastered the
use of the distributive property in learning how to multiply binomial expressions.
Sixth grade math teachers have been using Bits and Pieces I within the Connected Math
Program to help our students understand the relationship between fractions, decimals
and percent’s. This unit provides visual models to represent fractions, decimals and
percent’s, which results of a more profound understanding of these concepts. Further,
these concepts are related to real world situations such as comparing free throw
percentages for Yao Ming and Shaquille O'Neal. We will continue to develop these skills
as we begin Bit and Pieces II.
Music
Sixth grade general music classes are enjoying “hands on” experiences as they study
musical instruments such as a drum set and guitar.
Seventh grade general music studied the life of Ludwig van Beethoven. Students
performed a portion of him Ninth Symphony, wrote a story based on his Fifth Symphony,
and rang hand chimes for his “Moonlight Sonota.”
To continue the history of music, eighth graders are beginning the Classical Period with
emphasis on Mozart, Haydn, and a review of Beethoven. They will perform Mozart’s “Ah!
Vous Dirai-Je, Maman” (Variations on Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star) and create their own
variations in the Yamaha Music In Education Keyboard Lab.
Students in seventh and eighth grade general music combined computer skills with
musical download, MP3 players, and iPods to present projects concerning “Songs That
Communicate.”
Physical Education
In January, the students were exposed to a multicultural games unit where they had to
experience games from Switzerland, Israel, Germany and England. Students learned
about the origins of the activities in addition to some background about the cultures and
geography of the places that these games were developed.
Classes who were in the weight room continued to learn about the different machines and
exercise physiology components. In addition, students participated in group challenges
where the students as a group tried to accomplish different tasks physically as well as
using the experiences to identify muscle groups, machines and exercises that affect one
another. The students recorded their work and added their combined totals for their
teammates and class periods. In addition, students learn to record their activities in
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preparation of future experiences in weight rooms, fitness facilities and personal
documentation keeping of their health.
In the main gym, students participated in a volleyball unit that covered the basic types of
hits, learning the appropriate times for the various skills and game strategy. Students
also participated in lead up games to get the feel of an actual volleyball game.
Science
Sixth grade science students are beginning their unit on DNA and genetics. Students are
creating Punnett Squares to determine probable percents of specific trait in an organism.
They will explore Punnett Squares via the computer using the Explore Learning program.
This program allows students to investigate the offspring of mice. Students will also
create large paper models of DNA. In a lab setting, they will extract DNA from
strawberries.
Seventh grade science continues their work with electrostatic theory. Within the
laboratory setting the students work with: electroscopes, electrostatic pendulums,
electrophoreses, Van de Graff generators, a Whimhurst machine, in addition to building
their own capacitor known as a Leyden Jar.
Eighth grade science has been learning about chemical bonding, balancing equations
and conservation of matter. We practiced ionic and covalent bonding using a variety of
manipulatives, along with our Gizmos online, and culminated this with an interactive
activity “Bonding with a Classmate”. We worked on practicing writing chemical formulas
and learned the rules to name nearly any molecular or ionic compound. Finally, we
completed a lab activity that explores how open systems are different from closed
systems, by carrying out a reaction to demonstrate the law of conservation of matter.
Social Studies
The sixth grade students have studied the geographic, political, and economic differences
between North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. As part of the study of North Africa, the
students have practiced integrated reading and writing skills as they learned about the
Arab Spring. In addition, students created a new flag for a chosen African country based
on CultureGrams (on-line database) research on that country. Using their research,
students explained why they chose the new colors and symbols for the flag.
Seventh grade students have examined President Andrew Jackson and his place of
honor on the US $20 bill. Students began the unit by studying Andrew Jackson and his
life as a young frontiersman and the many trials he faced as a young man. The unit
transitioned into his rise to adulthood, his success as a war hero and eventually the
presidency. Along the way it pointed out many of his successes as well as controversial
missteps and approaches he employed. The unit ended with the students completing a
persuasive five paragraph essay as to whether Andrew Jackson should remain in his
place of honor on the US $20 bill.
Eighth grade students have been exploring topics such as the Trojan War, the
Development of Democracy, the Persian Wars, Greek Architecture and Alexander the
Great. Students have performed plays based on Greek mythology. Also, the students
have considered how a seemingly weaker military force can defeat a strong military by
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reading and reflecting about the Persian Wars. All students have been preparing for their
Midterm.
Special Education
In Mrs. Debessay’s eighth grade emotional support resource room, students worked on
strategies that focused on coping with stress. In this unit, students identified physical and
emotional signs of stress, their own style of coping, strategies for calming down, and
healthy ways to cope with stress. Students completed various activities, including group
work and creating posters that helped them gain appropriate skills to assist with
challenging situations and increase their confidence.
In Mrs. Perilli's seventh grade learning support language arts class, students completed a
unit of fictional stories titled "Twists and Turns." The genres included an urban legend, a
clever short story and a horror story. Accompanying these stories were activities to
review sequence, plot, problem/solution, context clues, predicting, and setting. Students
also activated their prior knowledge and gained some new background knowledge as part
of the introduction to the Newberry Honor novel Hatchet by Gary Paulsen.
Students in Mrs. Hudak's language arts classes have been enjoying the Newbery Award
winning book Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse. Students have been connecting with the
main character, Billie Jo Kelby, by maintaining and sharing entries from their novel
journals. Characterization and figurative language are also part of this unit. The novel,
which consists of a story of the Dust Bowl told through free verse poems, concludes with
Billie Jo's list of things she is thankful for. Students will be writing their own free verse on
the same topic.
World Language
Springton Lake welcomes Miss Jackie Baker as our new Spanish teacher. This month
our Sixth Graders changed languages in order to have the opportunity to experience both
Spanish and French before choosing which one they would like to pursue for Seventh and
Eighth Grade. But before changing languages, the sixth graders participated in the
District contests, the winners of which will be awarded at the Fete this spring. Finally,
French Club is always up to fun things: celebrating Candlemas and Mardi Gras!
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Teacher of the Year
We are proud to announce that Mr. Paul DelPrato has been named as Penncrest’s
Teacher of the Year for 2013. Paul, who was selected for this honor by the faculty and
staff of PHS, is a member of the science department faculty as well as the voice of the
Penncrest Lions football team. Paul will represent Penncrest in the Pennsylvania State
Teacher of the Year program.
Crimes of the Heart
The Penncrest Emanon Players presented Beth Henley's Crimes of the Heart, a Pulitzer
Prize winning tragic comedy. Under the direction of faculty member Mr. Kevin Nolen and
senior Zachary Schauerman, this play featured a cast of six and a ten-piece blues band.
Forty additional students contributed behind the scenes with set construction, art,
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costumes, props, lighting and sound (under the supervision of Mr. Enoch Stevenson).
The three performances were well received and the students involved with the production
found it to be a rewarding and memorable experience.
Music Department News
The Penncrest Band was pleased to have our superintendent, Mr. James Wigo, Sr., as
our Master of Ceremonies for our winter concert in February. The concert was well
attended by the community and featured the combined performance of the Springton
Lake Eighth Grade Band under the direction of Mr. Alan Reno and the Penncrest Band
under the direction of Mr. Craig Snyder. Mr. Wigo's remarks on the importance of music
and the arts in every student's education made an impact on the students and were timely
with course selection time underway.
Penncrest Choir students performed with other area high school choirs at Upper Darby
High School in February. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn a variety of choir music
and listen to performances by many local high school choirs.
This month, interested choir students had the opportunity to attend the Opera
Philadelphia's performance of "Silent Night,” winner of the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Music.
This was a critically acclaimed performance and area choir students were invited to see
the opera company's final dress rehearsal.
Also in February, Maurah Steinmetz and Sarah Vengen rehearsed long days that
culminated in a performance with the PMEA District Choir at Owen J. Roberts High
School. The performance was directed by Mr. Sydney Guillaume and students premiered
pieces that the conductor wrote in his native language, Creole. As they began the
weekend, students auditioned for acceptance into the PMEA Regional Choir and we are
proud to report that both of these fine singers were selected for Region Choir.
Health and PE News
Penncrest physical education students are actively working towards personal fitness
goals this month.
Tech and Engineering Ed News
The Technology and Engineering Education department at Penncrest hosted a regional
meeting of the Technology and Engineering Education Association of PA (TEEAP) in
February. Approximately 20 teachers and others attended, including the newly elected
International Tech/Engineering Association president, Steve Barbato, and the
current TEEAP president Mark Piotrowski. The department made a presentation on our
upcoming curriculum shift to a STEM based curriculum, gave a tour of our facility, and
held an informal question and answer session with the attendees. The meeting was a
great opportunity to share our experiences as we make the curriculum shift and to hear
about the issues encountered by others as well as sharing resources during the
transition. In attendance from RTMSD were Bridget Algeo Letukas, Carl Kriebel, Steve
Mescanti, and Jim Shea.
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NHS News
The National Honor Society collected 510 pairs of jeans this past month. The jeans were
given to Aeropostale in the Granite Run Mall as part of the company’s national campaign
to provide jeans for homeless teenagers across America.
The NHS held our annual American Red Cross whole blood drive in February. We were
very excited to have 205 students and over 65 adults sign up to donate blood. Thanks to
all who participated in this worthy cause!
Sophomore Dance
Recently, over 300 students in disguise danced the night away at the semi-formal
Masquerade Dance hosted by the Class of 2015 and held in the PHS cafeteria. The
sophomore class officers' hard work succeeded in creating the perfect atmosphere for
this year’s masquerade theme.
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION
“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the
School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters
permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”
January 24, 2013
February 12, 2013
February 28, 2013
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel
at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Session of March 21, 2013, at Penncrest
High School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Geralyn Mayernick, English Teacher, Springton Lake
Middle School, retirement effective June 19, 2013.
Background
Ms. Mayernick joined the staff of Springton Lake
Middle School in 1979. She is retiring after 34 years
of dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School
District.
2.
b.
Joyce Jeuell, Ed.D, Supervisor of Elementary Special
Education, resignation effective April 30, 2013.
Non-Instructional
1.
James Miller, Bus Driver, retirement effective March
22, 2013.
Background
Mr. Miller joined the Transportation staff in 1999. He
is retiring after 14 years of dedicated service to Rose
Tree Media School District.
2.
Audrey Saunders, Bus Aide, retirement effective June
30, 2013.
Background
Ms. Saunders joined the Transportation staff in 1993.
She is retiring after 20 years of dedicated service to
Rose Tree Media School District.
3.
Benjamin Copple, Bus Driver, retirement effective
June 30, 2013.
Background
Mr. Copple joined the Transportation staff in 2003. He
is retiring after 10 years of dedicated service to Rose
Tree Media School District.
IX. New Business
1
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
b.
Non-Instructional
4.
Linda Cunningham, Bus Driver, retirement effective
June 30, 2013.
Background
Ms. Cunningham joined the Transportation staff in
1973. She is retiring after 40 years of dedicated
service to Rose Tree Media School District.
2.
Nominations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
Marianne Spiotta, Long Term Substitute Learning
Support Teacher, effective February 8, 2013 at the
annual salary of $52,309.00, Master’s Degree/Step 1
to be pro-rated. Ms. Spiotta received her Bachelor’s
Degree from the University of Delaware and her
Master’s Degree from LaSalle University. She is
assigned to Media Elementary replacing Kim
Peckman who is on leave. NOTE: MS. Spiotta is
being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
2.
Christine Seeley, Director of Title I Summer School at
the annual salary of $3,200.00.
Non-Instructional
1.
IX. New Business
Joseph Doyle, Jr., Substitute Bus Aide, change of
effective date to January 31, 2013.
2
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Recommend Board approval for the extension of
employment for the following Interventionists through
April 5, 2013. The extension of employment will not
change the total number of hours they will work:
Shelly Bolinger
Sara Reath
Patricia Tulskie
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
1.
b.
Marguerite Van Leer from Regular Cafeteria to
Substitute Cafeteria effective February 4, 2013 at the
rate of $11.63 per hour.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Penncrest personnel to serve as Dance Chaperones
for the 2012-2013 school year:
Sean Graham
Christopher Grouzes
Linda Kilpatrick
Christiana Kuntz
Anthony Lombardo
Andrea Rachubinski
IX. New Business
Rose Tree
Glenwood
Indian Lane
$55.00/event
$55.00/event
$18.33/hour
$55.00/event
$55.00/event
$55.00/event
2.
Alicia Santelli, New Teacher Mentor effective
December 12, 2012 at the annual salary of $694.82.
Ms. Santelli is assigned to Penncrest High School.
3.
William Carr, .5 New Teacher Mentor effective
January 28, 2013 at the annual salary of $580.00. Mr.
Carr is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School.
3
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
b.
IX. New Business
Supplemental Contracts
4.
Maureen Shields, Reading Club Sponsor at the
annual salary of $290.00. Ms. Shields is assigned to
Media Elementary.
5.
Susan Howe, Reading Club Sponsor at the annual
salary of $290.00. Ms. Howe is assigned to Media
Elementary.
6.
Lindsay Groy, (.5) Special Ed Building Coordinator for
the 2nd semester at the annual salary of $1,450.00.
Ms. Groy is assigned to Penncrest High School.
7.
Concetta Mattioni, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
second semester at the annual salary of $580.00. Ms.
Mattioni is assigned to Penncrest High School.
8.
Sandra Carter, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
second semester at the annual salary of $580.00. Ms.
Carter is assigned to Penncrest High School.
9.
Carl Kriebel, (.25) New Teacher Mentor for the
second semester at the annual salary of $290.00. Mr.
Kriebel is assigned to Penncrest High School.
10.
Stephan Mescanti, (.25) New Teacher Mentor for the
second semester at the annual salary of $290.00. Mr.
Mescanti is assigned to Penncrest High School.
11.
Laura Nemec-Osborne, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for
the second semester at the annual salary of $580.00.
Ms. Nemec-Osborne is assigned to Penncrest High
School.
12.
Lisa Sukanick, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
second semester at the annual salary of $580.00. Ms.
Sukanick is assigned to Media Elementary.
4
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
b.
Supplemental Contracts
13.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Penncrest personnel to serve as Jr./Sr. Prom
Chaperone at the rate of $25.00 per hour:
Linda Kilpatrick
c.
14.
Recommend Board approval of the Penncrest High
School Spring Athletic Supplemental Contracts for the
2012-2013 school year. See Attachment A
15.
Recommend Board approval of the Springton Lake
Middle School Spring Athletic Supplemental Contracts
for the 2012-2013 school year. See Attachment B
Other
1.
B.
Charron Verica
Resolve the Board approve an early retirement
incentive plan for members of RTMEA for the 20122013 school year. See Attachment C
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Chorus - Norfork, VA
Resolve, the Board approve the Penncrest High School Choir to
participate in the Virginia International Music Festival on 4/25/13.
Background
The Penncrest Choir will participate in the Virginia International
Music Festival on 4/25/13. Fifty students will participate. They will
be accompanied by one chaperone. Substitute costs are $204,
transportation costs are $5,500 dollars. Hotel and meals costs are
$400. Registration fees are $100/student and are being paid by the
Choir Parent Organization. The District is funding transportation
costs. Students are paying costs for transportation and hotel/meals.
IX. New Business
5
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
2.
Penncrest High School Science Olympiad Team – Raystown
Lake/Juniata College
Resolve, the Board approve the Penncrest High School Olympiad
Team to participate in the State Tournament at Raystown
Lake/Juniata College, 4/25/13 – 4/27/13.
Background
The Science Olympiad Team will participate in the State
Tournament at Raystown Lake/Juniata College, 4/25/13-4/27/13.
Twenty-two students will participate. They will be accompanied by
five chaperones. Substitute costs are $1,020 and transportation
costs are $5,500. Hotel and meals costs are $2,100. The District is
funding substitute costs and partial costs of transportation and
hotel/meals for a total of $3,800.00.
3.
Penncrest High School Spanish Exchange – Madrid, Barcelona,
Tavernes, Spain
Resolve, the Board grant permission to offer an abroad trip to Spain
for the Spanish Exchange program in March-April 2014. The
approximate cost to the student is $3,500. Substitute fees will be
between $1,020 - $2,142.
Background
The Spanish Department offers a trip abroad through the Spanish
Exchange Program every other year.
C.
School Club
Resolve, that the Board approve the offering of an Improv Club at
Penncrest High School. The faculty advisor for this club is an unpaid,
volunteer position.
Background
This request was discussed at the February Pupil Services Committee
meeting.
IX. New Business
6
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IX.
New Business
D.
In Recognition
The Board of School Directors regrets to inform members of Rose Tree
Media of the passing of Robert Malkovsky, teacher at Penncrest High
School. Mr. Malkovsky served the students of our district for 24 years as
a physics teacher and Physics Olympics coach. He will be sorely missed
and the Board of School Directors offers its condolences to family and
friends.
IX. New Business
7
February 28, 2013
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
B.
None
General
1.
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 13-8 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Operation of Building Services – Snow plowing
services
AMOUNT: $5,000.00
To:
Operation of Building Services – Replacement
equipment
AMOUNT: $5,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer is needed to cover the cost of replacement
playground equipment district-wide.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 12 Finance Committee
meeting.
X. Finance
1
February 28, 2013
Background
X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers (Continued)
FY 13-9 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instruction - Supplies
AMOUNT: $1,108.00
To:
Instruction – New Equipment
AMOUNT: $1,108.00
RATIONALE: Transfer is needed to purchase equipment for TV
production class at Penncrest.
Background
This item was discussed at the February 12 Finance Committee
meeting.
2.
Villanova University – Penncrest Graduation
Resolve, that the School Board approve the contract between
Villanova University and the Rose Tree Media School District for
Commencement service for the Penncrest High School Class of
2013 in the amount of$11,375. See Attachment D
Background
This item was discussed at the February 12 Finance Committee
meeting.
3.
Teen Sage Contract
Resolve, that the Board ratify the contract with Teen Sage in an
amount not to exceed $1,250 for two presentations at Penncrest
High School. Funding for the presentations is by the Student
Activity Fund. See Attachment E
Background
This item was discussed at the February 12 Finance Committee
meeting.
X. Finance
2
February 28, 2013
X.
Finance
B.
General
4.
Change Orders and Allowance Adjustments– Media Elementary
School Project
Resolve, that the Board approve the following change orders for the
Media Elementary School Project:
DE-01 Hobbs Electric
Permit
$
229.00
DE-02 Hobbs Electric
Unused Allowance
$ (8,560.00)
DG-01 Dale Construction Unused Allowance
$
DG-02 Dale Construction Unused Allowance
$(19,199.95)
P-01 AJB Mechanical
$
Permit
(740.19)
944.00
SC-01 Dale Construction Permit
$ 12,844.00
SC-02 Dale Construction Column Repair
$
2,271.25
SC-04 Dale Construction Column Repair
$
5,069.88
GC-01 Dale Construction Permit
$
4,519.00
FP-01 Wayman
$
750.00
Panel Replacement
$ (1,873.01)
Background
This item was discussed at the February 12 Operations Committee
meeting.
X. Finance
3
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X.
Finance
B.
General
5.
Change Order – Media Elementary School Project
Resolve, that the Board approve the following change order for the
Media Elementary School Project:
SC-03 Dale Construction Salvage
$3,460.61
Background
This item was discussed at the February 12 Finance Committee
meeting.
6.
Web Hosting Agreement – See Attachment F
Resolve, that the Board approve the Renewal Addendum to the
Master Agreement between Schoolwires, Inc. and Rose Tree
Media School District to provide Licensed Software and Web
Hosting Service to the district for a term of three (3) years
commencing on July 1, 2013. The Renewal Addendum fee is in an
amount not to exceed Twenty six thousand two hundred fourteen
dollars ($26,214.00).
Background
The background for this proposal was reviewed at the Operations
Committee meeting on February 12, 2013. The Renewal
Addendum has been reviewed by Tom Kelly, District Solicitor.
X. Finance
4
February 28, 2013
X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Textbook and Software Approval
Resolve the Board of School Directors approve the attached list of
textbooks and software for use beginning in the 2013-2014 school
year.
Subject
Level
Title
Area
(Publisher)
Business
High School
Introduction to Accounting: An Integrated
Approach (Ainsworth)
Education
Marketing Essentials (Glencoe)
ESL
Elementary
National Geographic Avenues (Hampton-Brown)
Music
Elementary
Logic (software)
Science
High School
Biology (McGraw Hill)
Chemistry: Matter and Change (McGraw-Hill)
Social
Studies
High School
The American Nation, 14th Edition, AP Edition
(Pearson)
World
Middle School
Bien Dit, Level 2 (Holt McDougal)
Languages
High School
Realidades, Level 2 (Prentice Hall)
Cambridge Latin, Unit 4 (Cambridge Univ.
Press)
Background
In compliance with Policy 108, the Board of School Directors approves
textbooks and software for use in Rose Tree Media schools. Purchases
are dependent on final approval of the 2013-2014 budget. This issue was
discussed at the February 2013 Curriculum & Instruction Committee
meeting.
X. Finance
5
February 28, 2013
X.
Finance
B.
General
8.
Settlement Agreement for a Special Education Student
Resolve, that the Board approve a settlement agreement for a
special education student for resolution over a dispute regarding
claims for compensatory education and tuition reimbursement for a
special education student in an out-of-state placement.
Background
The settlement calls for tuition payment to Shortridge Academy in
New Hampshire in the amount of $26,250.00 for the 2012-2013
school year. Compensatory education was not awarded. Attorney
fees in the amount of $10,000.00 were paid to parents’ counsel.
This agreement releases the District from any and all educational
claims on behalf of the student through the date of the agreement.
9.
Settlement Agreement for a One-To-One Aide
Resolve, that the Board approve a settlement agreement which
provides for payment of a one-to-one aide for a special education
student placed by parents at St. Katherine’s School.
Background
The student had been attending the Marple Education Center with
a one-to-one aide at the District’s expense. Parents have assumed
tuition costs at St. Katherine’s.
X. Finance
6
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2/22/2013
Attachment A
BASEBALL HEAD COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH
BASEBALL ASSISTANT COACH (FRESHMAN)
2012-2013
UNIT
SUPPLEMENTAL
EXPERIENCE LEVEL RATE UNITS
SALARY
STEVE SILVA
10+
4
173
39
$6,747.00
STEPHAN DASHKIWSKY
5
2
152
25
$3,800.00
TOM PACENZA
10+
4
173
25
$4,325.00
MIKE LUDWIG
10+
4
173
25
$4,325.00
BRIAN SAVISKI
3
1
145
25
$3,625.00
LACROSSE BOYS HEAD COACH
LACROSSE BOYS ASSISTANT COACH (JV)
LACROSSE BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
LACROSSE BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
LACROSSE BOYS HEAD FRESHMAN
WAYNE MATSINGER
EVAN PETTIT
CHRIS DERRICK
JEFF PETTIT
VACANT
PENNCREST SPRING ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS
10+
10+
10+
3
1
4
4
4
1
1
173
173
173
145
145
39
25
25
23
17
$6,747.00
$4,325.00
$4,325.00
$3,335.00
LACROSSE GIRLS HEAD VARSITY COACH
ROBIN KEEVAN
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANTVARSITY COACH (.5) ERIN DILLON*
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANTVARSITY COACH (.5) SARAH GRAHAM
LACROSSE GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH (JV)
MATTHEW FRINZI*
LACROSSE GIRLS HEAD FRESHMAN COACH
KRISTEN MANDERACHI
LACROSSE GIRLS ASST FRESHMAN COACH
JENNIFER BOND
1
1
1
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
145
145
145
145
145
145
39
12.5
12.5
25
23
17
$5,655.00
$1,812.50
$1,812.50
$3,625.00
$3,335.00
$2,465.00
SOFTBALL HEAD COACH
SOFTBALL ASSISTANT COACH
SOFTBALL ASSISTANT COACH
SOFTBALL HEAD FRESHMAN COACH
EARL EVANS
JOHN MILLER
VACANT
VACANT
6
4
2
2
1
2
152
152
145
152
39
25
25
25
$5,928.00
$3,800.00
TENNIS BOYS HEAD COACH (.75)
TENNIS BOYS HEAD COACH (.25)
AMANDA SLATTERY
ANDREA RACHUBINSKI
1
1
1
1
145
145
18.75
6.25
$2,718.75
$906.25
TRACK BOYS HEAD COACH
TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
TRACK GIRLS HEAD COACH
TRACK GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH
TRACK GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH
GEORGE MUNRO
ROB BROWN
ELIJAH TRUSTY
MIKE CLARK
JOHN LOHN
ANDREA DIFABIO
10+
6
1
10+
10+
2
4
2
1
4
4
1
173
152
145
173
173
145
39
27
27
39
27
27
$6,747.00
$4,104.00
$3,915.00
$6,747.00
$4,671.00
$3,915.00
*Being hired pending completion of pre-employment paperwork
2/22/2013
SPRINGTON LAKE SPRING ATHLETIC
SUPPLEMENTALS
Attachment B
2012-2013
EXPERIENCE
7
10+
STEP
3
4
UNIT
RATE
162
173
UNITS
21
21
SUPPLEMENTAL
SALARY
$3,402.00
$3,633.00
BASEBALL GRADE 7
BASEBALL GRADE 8
TOM CRANN
DON PUCKETT
LACROSSE GIRLS GRADE 8
LACROSSE GIRLS GRADE 7
JENNIFER BLYTHE
SHARON PETTIT
5
8
2
3
152
162
21
21
$3,192.00
$3,402.00
LACROSSE BOYS GRADE 7
LACROSSE BOYS GRADE 8
MATT JOHNSTON
VACANT
5
2
2
152
152
21
21
$3,192.00
$3,192.00
SOFTBALL GRADE 7
SOFTBALL GRADE 8
JESSICA LEVY
PAUL NORRIS
1
10+
1
4
145
173
21
21
$3,045.00
$3,633.00
TENNIS HEAD COACH
ALLISON HARRISON
10+
4
173
21
$3,633.00
TRACK BOYS HEAD COACH
TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT COACH
KELLY KUNZ
MARK NIXON
1
3
1
1
145
145
21
17
$3,045.00
$2,465.00
TRACK GIRLS HEAD COACH
TRACK GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH
MARK HOMAN
STEVE ADAMS
8
10+
3
4
162
173
21
17
$3,402.00
$2,941.00
Attachment C
RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PLAN – ROSE TREE MEDIA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
2012-2013 School Year
Each Rose Tree Media Education Association member who retires from the Rose Tree Media
School District in accordance with the regulations of the Public School Employee’s Retirement
System shall be eligible for an insurance benefit as set forth below.
Eligibility
A.
The applicant has submitted a letter of intent to retire to the District Superintendent
between January 1, 2012, and April 2, 2013.
B.
The applicant will, during the fiscal year of his or her retirement, complete at least 10
years of continuous full-time employment with the Rose Tree Media School District as a
permanent member of the instructional staff.
C.
Eligible employee will terminate employment with Rose Tree Media School District on or
before June 30, 2013.
D.
Eligible employee must actually retire pursuant to the Public School Employees’
Retirement Code within 60 days of termination of employment in the district.
E.
Eligible employee has attained the age of 55 by July 1, 2013.
Incentive
A.
Provided that an eligible retiree has met all of the requirements for the district Retirement
Incentive Plan, the following incentive will be paid as indicated:
1. The district will make a contribution of $6500 annually into a Health Retirement Plan
(Section 109 IRS Code) administered by Kades-Margolis Corporation. Payments will
be made on a quarterly basis.
2. Payments will continue for seven years or until the attainment of Medicare eligible
age whichever comes first.
3. If a retiree has attained the age of 65 at the time of retirement, there will be a onetime payment of $6500 payable into a 403 (b) account at the time of retirement.
4. There will be no right of survivorship. Payments will cease upon the death of the
retiree.
B.
There must be a minimum of ten (10) participants in order to implement this retirement
incentive plan.
3/19/10
theteensage
STANDARD ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENT
The undersigned speaker and presenter agree to the following terms and conditions for the engagement described below:
1.
Date of Appearance
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
2.
Speaker ...
Speaker’s Rep.
Traciana Graves
The Teen Sage
3.
Presenter ...
Organization
Address
Penncrest High School
134 Barren Rd.
Media, PA 19063
4.
Presenter's Rep.
Tracy Jackson, Teacher
5.
Telephone
Email
610-627-6245 or 610-212-8602
tjackson@rtmsd.org
6.
Title
“Celebrating Hope: Creating Everyone's Dreams”
7.
Time
Two 34 – 40 minute talks (between 12:34 and 2:15pm)
8.
Program Location
Auditorium
9.
Speaker’s Arrival
TBD
10.
Speaker’s Fee
$1,000 plus hotel and/or travel
Write check to:
The Teen Sage, Inc. (tax ID# 56-2424837)
(see rider for payment terms)
11.
Presenter agrees to the terms of the attached provisions and rider.
(Speaker’s Representative)
(Presenter's Representative)
By:
___________________________________
By:
________________________________
Title:
___________________________________
Title:
________________________________
Date:
February 8, 2013
Date:
________________________________
(PLEASE SIGN, KEEP ORIGINAL AND MAIL A COPY TO THE TEEN SAGE)
theteensage
One Reservoir Office Park- Suite 205
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 270-1398
www.theteensage.com
info@theteensage.com
theteensage
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS TO CONTRACT
RECORDING
(1)
Presenter agrees that no speech is to be recorded, either audio or visual, without prior written consent from The Teen
Sage.
IMPOSSIBILITY OF PERFORMANCE
(1)
In the event that speakers may secure a commitment for motion picture, television, radio or recordings or is unable
to perform because of ill health, physical disability, or other reasons beyond their control presenter will receive a full
refund of any money (if such a deposit has been received by The Teen Sage).
(2)
In the event of any of the following: act of God, severe illness, uncontrollable delays in transportation, accident, act
of terrorism, labor troubles, military action, or governmental order neither presenter, The Teen Sage, nor speakers
are liable for any losses attendant to any project.
TERMINATION
(1)
If The Teen Sage must cancel a lecture date for any reason, presenter will receive a full refund of any deposit money
(if such a deposit has been received by The Teen Sage).
(2)
Neither The Teen Sage nor speakers can be sued for damages as a result of cancellation.
(3)
If the presenter cancels for any reason, The Teen Sage is entitled to full fee.
REPRESENTATION
(1)
The Teen Sage is the manager for the speakers, and the speakers are not an agent or employee of the presenter. The
views expressed by the speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Teen Sage.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
(1)
Signature:
This contract sets forth the entire understanding and agreement, and is not subject to amendment, or supplemental
agreement, except in writing duly executed by presenter and The Teen Sage. This agreement shall be valid and
binding only when countersigned by an authorized agent of The Teen Sage.
_____________________________________
theteensage
One Reservoir Office Park- Suite 205
Southbury, CT 06488
Date:
_______________________
(203) 270-1398
www.theteensage.com
info@theteensage.com
theteensage
RIDER FOR: TRACIANA GRAVES
This rider contains additional terms and provisions governing the presentation of Traciana Graves. This rider can also be used to help
you organize for the above presentation. Use it as a checklist to ensure that everything is getting done on schedule. Presenter agrees
to provide the following at its own expense:
1. _____
The performance venue, comfortably furnished, properly ventilated, heated, lighted, clean and in good condition.
2. _____
At least one (1) person to meet speaker at designated arrival time and location. This person must be available for the
duration of speaker's school visit and be familiar with the facility (including technical specifications).
3. _____
Stage, best if elevated from audience, with stage area being a minimum of 8 ft. wide and 6 ft. deep.
4. _____
Stage requirements: two (2) wireless microphones (lavaliere is best); projector and screen; cables and cords; sound
system; one (1) podium; two (2) bottles of water, and an available person on-hand to help run equipment.

Traciana will bring a computer (MacBook) and will be showing clips. Please have equipment ready (see
above) for her to use her computer and project images.
5. _____
One hotel room for the evening of the lecture and/or travel expenses
6. _____
Payment due to The Teen Sage, Inc. within 5 days following presentation using UPS or Federal Express service.
Please write check to:
The Teen Sage, Inc. (tax ID# 56-2424837)
And mail to:
One Reservoir Office Park - Suite 205
Southbury, CT 06488
________________________________
Signature of Presenter
theteensage
One Reservoir Office Park- Suite 205
Southbury, CT 06488
______________________
Date
(Please return a copy with the contract)
(203) 270-1398
www.theteensage.com
info@theteensage.com
Quote #: 00003021
Renewal Addendum
to the Master Agreement
Schoolwires, Inc.
330 Innovation Blvd., Suite 301, State College, PA 16803
Phone: 814-689-1046 Fax 866-891-8612
www.schoolwires.com
Schoolwires SPIN Number: 143027372
District/Entity ("CLIENT") Name: Rose Tree Media SD
308 N Olive St
Media, PA 19063-2403
Customer ID [PA01000204]
Subsidized by Champions of Education
Program?
Yes
Term of Renewal
36 Months
Has Applied/Will Apply for E-Rate?
Account Tier
Yes
Start Date
07/01/2013
Tier 2 (5 - 8 schools)
Expiration Date
06/30/2016
Amendment to the Master Agreement
This Addendum amends the Master Agreement (the "Agreement") previously entered into, and currently in effect between the parties. Under this Addendum, the parties are
agreeing to renew the Master Agreement so that it remains in effect until the Expiration Date specified above. In this regard, Schoolwires, Inc. ("Schoolwires") will provide
Client with the Licensed Software, support and/or services listed in Exhibit A, for the fees set forth in Exhibit A, for or during the period beginning with the Start Date of
Addendum and ending on the Expiration Date (as specified in the table above). The Term of the Agreement may be renewed beyond the Expiration Date in accordance with
the relevant provisions of the Schoolwires Standard Terms and Conditions. In all other respects, the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
Fees and Payment Terms
Schoolwires, Inc. ("Schoolwires") will provide Client with the Licensed Software, support and/or services listed in Exhibit A of this Addendum for the fees set forth in Exhibit
A. Invoicing provedures, payment terms, fees, limitations to increase in annual fees and other such specifics are governed by the relevant provisions of the Schoolwires
Standard Terms and Conditions.
Client Accounts Payable Information:
Is a PO Number Required? (Y/N)
PO Number:
Accounts Payable Contact Person Information
Contact Name:
Contact Telephone Number:
The following Exhibits are attached to this agreement:
Exhibit A - Fees
Exhibit B – Additional Notes Regarding Licensed Software and Services
Additional Notes
EXHIBIT A
Unit Price
Units
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
$ 9,975.60
$ 9,975.60
$ 9,975.60
Licensed Software
Centricity2 Advance Software Subscription
$ 9,975.60 1.00 EL
Schoolwires Web Hosting Service
Centricity: Schoolwires Web Hosting Service (ASP)
(2/250)
Total
$ 2,029.80 8.00
$ 16,238.40 $ 16,238.40 $ 16,238.40
$ 26,214.00 $ 26,214.00 $ 26,214.00
- EL means an enterprise license under which an unlimited number of employees throughout Client’s organization may access and use the particular Licensed Software in accordance with the Standard Terms and
Conditions;
- Components included in the Licensed Software and additional licensing and hosting limitations are provided in Exhibit B and/or Exhibit C of this Master Agreement. Some components may require Supplements
(relating to software or services to be provided by third parties) or Amendments to the Master Agreement and some components may not be currently available.
- Web hosting services provide a school or library website at a location outside of the school’s or library’s premises. A website is a location (such as www.schoolname.org) for World Wide Web content made available
to those accessing the site. The Web Hosting Service Fee includes technical support appropriate to maintain reliable operation.
- While the fees for each of the annual or other periods reflected in the table above are stated as fixed fees, the fees due for each annual period following the initial period (which is either Year 1 or a partial year period)
may be increased by a percentage amount no greater than the applicable increase in the U.S. Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers, U.S. City Average (“CPI-U”). In each instance, the
CPI-U will be measured over a twelve (12) month period which ends on the month which is six (6) months immediately prior to the first month of the contract year for which the increase would apply. Schoolwires
would notify Client of any such increase in the invoice submitted prior to the contract year at issue. For increases that may apply to renewal or other periods following the term of years reflected in the table above, please
refer to the applicable provisions of the Standard Terms and Conditions.
EXHIBIT B
Additional Notes Regarding Licensed Software and Services
Schoolwires Centricity™
Components Included in
Centricity² Advance
Centricity™ Software Subscription
Included
Advanced Website Design Tools (StylerTM, WYSIWYG, Image, CSS, and Roundtrip Editors)
Included
Advanced Content Management Tools (SiteSearch, Website Stats, e-Alerts, Calendar, LDAP Connector,
Introductory App Collection, RSS Feeds)
Included
Multimedia Bundle (Clip Art, Podcasts, Blogs, Wikis, Photo Gallery)
Included
Forms and Surveys
Included
MiniBase
Included
Sample App Collection*
Included
Administrative App Collection*
Included
Classroom App Collection*
Included
Athletic App Collection*
Included
Performing Arts App Collection*
Included
Extracurricular App Collection*
Included
Co-Curricular App Collection*
Included
Social Media Framework*
Included
Community Engagement Dashboard*
Included
Membership and Group Management*
Included
Software Maintenance (Updates and Upgrades)
Included
Support Level
Premium
Hosted By
Schoolwires
Hosting Services
FlexSites (also known as Sections)
GB's
100 per Site
1 per Site
* These components are not currently available. Current product plans call for the Sample App Collection and Social Media Framework component to be included as part of the Licensed Software in approximately
Summer 2010 and for the Community Engagement Dashboard, Membership and Group Management, Personal Workspace, App Builder and remaining App Collection components to be included in the first half of
2011. Upon its general release by Schoolwires in each instance, Client’s license shall include the right to use the component in accordance with the Agreement. Client understands that a change in current product plans
could delay the anticipated release of a component and that such delay would not affect the validity of this Addendum and the Agreement. In the event that Schoolwires changes the name given to a component, it shall
notify Client of the new name and, upon such notice, this Exhibit B shall be deemed revised accordingly.
By signing below, each of Schoolwires and Client represent that this Addendum to the Master Agreement has
received all necessary approvals, that each party is authorized to enter into this contract, and that each party
agrees to be bound by the terms of the Master Agreement as modified by this Addendum. In addition, Client
represents that it has reviewed and accepted all information incorporated into the Master Agreement by this
Addendum (including information contained in a referenced URL or website link).
THE PARTIES have executed this Agreement through the signatures of their respective authorized
representatives
Schoolwires, Inc.
Rose Tree Media SD
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Name of Authorized Schoolwires Officer
______________________________________
Name of Authorized Rose Tree Media SD
Representative
______________________________________
Title:
______________________________________
Signature:
______________________________________
Date:
______________________________________
Title:
______________________________________
Signature:
______________________________________
Date:
Schoolwires Internal Use Only:
Service Agency:
Account Manager:
Jennine Vahoviak