ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
May 24, 2012
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
III.
Making a Difference Award Recipients
Mordechai Anielewicz Creative Arts Contest Winners
VFW Veteran’s Day Writing Contest Winners
Marie Whitaker Humanitarian Award Winner
Mr. William Montgomery – Board of School Director - Recognition
Penncrest High School National Honor Society Activities – Students: Cole
Dougherty, Jimmy Gastner, Rebecca Nolan, Megan O'Brien, Katie
Rodgers and Jaclyn Turet. NHS Sponsor - DeAnn Scherer.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Legislative Meeting of April 26, 2012
Bid Opening Minutes of May 2, 2012 – Glenwood Elementary School
Sealant Replacement and Masonry Repairs
Bid Opening Minutes of May 2, 2012 – Penncrest High School Auditorium
Area Masonry Restoration 2012
Bid Opening Minutes of May 4, 2012 – Glenwood Elementary School
Theater Curtain
Bid Opening Minutes of May 4, 2012 – Penncrest High School, Media and
Rose Tree Elementary Schools Doors and Frames
Special Legislative Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2012
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Roll Call
Presentations and Awards
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
IV.
Pledge of Allegiance
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
Agenda
RTMEA – 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.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
b.
Supplemental Contracts
c.
Other
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Envirothon Club – Canadensis, PA
2.
Penncrest High School Envirothon Club – Susquehanna University,
Selinsgrove, PA
3.
Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team – St. Joseph’s
University
William Montgomery Resignation
Finance
A.
B.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
General
1.
School Specialty Contract
2.
Budgetary Transfers
3.
2012-2013 General Fund Budget
4.
Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion – See Attachment A
5.
Act 39 Performance Contract – Energy Savings Project
6.
Official Intent – Reimbursement Regulation – See Attachment B
7.
Springton Lake Middle School – Change Orders
8.
Media Little League
9.
Mobilelease Modular Spaces, Inc. Contract
10.
School Messenger Authorization – See Attachments C and D
11.
Contracts with Devereux
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12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
C.
D.
XI.
Contracts with Elwyn
Contract with Camphill
Contract with HMS
Contracts with Valley Forge Educational Services
Theraplay, Inc.
Interquest Detection Canines of Eastern, PA
Apple Lease Agreement, See Attachment E
Nativity B.V.M. and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Lease, See
Attachment F
Financials for April 2012
Bill Lists for April 2012
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 June 28, 2012, at Penncrest High School.
The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Mr. James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
I.
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
Director of Management Services
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
April 26, 2012
Minutes of the April 26, 2012 Legislative Meeting
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Board Members in Attendance:
Students:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, President
John Hanna -Vice President
Peter Barry
Nancy Fronduti
Chris Guilday
Nancy Mackrides
Elizabeth Schneider
Absent:
Roll Call
Jaclyn Turet
Zachary Shauerman
Sivan Alouf, Sara Fitzpatrick
Absent: William Montgomery
William O’Donnell
Also in Attendance:
William Bennett, Principal, Indian Lane Elem.
Linda Bluebello, Director of Pupil Services
Eric Bucci, PHS Assistant Principal
Anne Callahan, Human Resource Director
Karen Daugherty, Principal, Rose Tree Elem.
Bill Dougherty, Principal, Glenwood Elem.
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Angela Gilbert, Dir Teach. & Learn. Elem.
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Ass’t. Principal, PHS
Heather Hogan, Accountant
Anthony Jackowski, PHS Assistant Principal
Joyce Jeuell, Principal, SLMS
Thomas Kelly, Solicitor
Bonnie Kinsler, Director of Transportation
Mack Johnson, Mgmt. Systems. Admin.
Maria Kotch, Principal, Media Elementary
Patti Linden, Dir.Tech. & Info. Sci.
Kim McCann-Roller, Info. Tech. Spec.
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
Sharon Sweeney, Ass’t. Principal, PCHS
Steve Taylor, Dir. Teach. & Learn. Sec.
Katherine White, Ass’t. Principal SLMS
James Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
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II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 99
Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
March 22, 2012 and the Special Legislative Meeting Minutes of
April 10, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Delaware County Reading Council’s 2012 Young Authors’
Competition Winners
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 100
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the following students and the
teachers of these talented students: second grader, Gina Facciolo,
fifth grader Bryn McLaughlin, sixth grader, Emma Baldo, Aaron Kuhn
and eighth grader, Symone Treherne for having a winning entry in the
Delaware County Reading Council’s 2012 Young Authors’ Contest.
Students submitted essays and personal narratives and the winners
were chosen from almost 900 entrants. Teachers are Kim Michaels,
Holly Clark, Belle Patton and Susan Cooper.
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The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
B.
Young Poets of Delaware County Poetry Winners
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 101
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the following students and the
teachers of the Young Poets are: fifth grader, Sean Prior, for
receiving first place and Benjamin Gordon for receiving second place
award. Ninth Grader, Kate Yeager, second place and Sarah Kilburn,
third place award, Dora McCafferty, sixth grade award, eleventh
grader, Tara Tobin, received second place award and grade twelve
students, Brendan Morgan, first place, Anur Singh, second place and
Deena White, third place finish. Teachers include Deanna Brown,
Craig Casner, Aaron Goldfarb, Charles Keeler, Christiana Kuntz and
Amy Somerville.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
C.
Boeing 2012 Diversity Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
(STEM) Science Contest Winners
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Guilday seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 - 102
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the following students and teacher
sponsor: Kathleen Axelrod and Amanda Prokop.
The purpose of
this essay contest is to increase awareness of the importance of
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diverse perspectives as it relates to creativity and problem solving in
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The essay
topic this year was Science & Technologies: Shaping Arizona for the
Next 100 Years. Teacher sponsor is Michelle Kirk.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
III.
Presentations and Awards
D.
Delaware County Community College Edith Garlow Memorial Poetry
Contest
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 103
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the following students and the contest
sponsor Christiana Kuntz.
First place winner Laura Masse and
second place winner Alexis Corner. Each student submitted a poem
with a definite metrical and/or rhyme scheme. The contest was open
to all high school students in Chester and Delaware Counties.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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E.
Southeast Regional National History Day Competition
Mr. Guilday moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 104
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to Lauren Berlin and Chloe Boudazine.
Lauren and Chloe won first place in the Senior Group Documentary
category for their project Roe v Wade: The Case that Shaped
America. This competition is sponsored by the Chester County
Historical Society.
The faculty sponsor for the History Day
Competition is Sean Hobdell.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
F.
7th Congressional District Art Competition
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 105
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the following students for their award
winning entries: Emma Davis, first place in printmaking for her print
entitled, “The Great Wall of China,” Jasmine Summers, second place
in printmaking for her print entitled, “Parisian Print,” Emily McElwainSiems, second place in photography for her photograph entitled, “City
of Destination,” Kaitlyn Hespenheide, second place in color drawing
for her ball point pen drawing entitled, “Bel Air” and to Molly
Lawrence, third place in watercolor for her painting entitled, “Grid
Portrait of Sophie and Aliou.” Concetta Mattioni is the art teacher for
these talented students.
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The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
G.
2012 Elementary Chorus Fest
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 106
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the following students for their
participation in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District
Twelve Chorus Fest: Samantha Ator, Benjamin Grady and Jordan
Isaacs, from Glenwood Elementary School. The music teacher from
Glenwood is Kathryn Hong. Amber Blestowe, Margaret HoweConsiglio and Kayla Shields along with their teacher Karen Battavio
from Indian Lane Elementary School. Kiara Asbury, Olivia DiAngelus
and Lauren Haley from Media Elementary School and their teacher
Jeannette Verdeur. Songfest was started 26 years ago by our very
own Jennifer Cox, former RTM elementary music teacher to recognize
the best of the best. The students audition and the best three fifth
grade students are chosen from each school. The students learned
some very challenging music and joined 150 other singers from the
area for a performance.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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H.
Sixth Grade Animal Care Team
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Guilday seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 107
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors award the Rose Tree
Media School District Award to the Sixth Grade Animal Care Team
from Springton Lake Middle School. Led by teachers Dr. Jo Dizon
and Mr. Matt Johnston, Carly Baillis, Emma Baldo, Emma Barnieu,
Alex Boudazin, Claudia Fadgen Woojin Jung, Matt Koskinen, Lucie
Lebourgeois, Kayla O'Connor, Sydney Payne, Sam Sav, Megan
Spiotta, and Marcus Troy worked for six months to compete in the
UNLESS Contest. The contest was part of an innovative service
learning project which challenged students of all ages throughout the
Delaware Valley region to help raise awareness about one of the most
significant challenges facing orangutans in the wild - palm oil
cultivation. Numerous species, including orangutans, are facing
extinction in the wild. If the nature of palm oil production does not
change, it is estimated the wild orangutans will become extinct in as
few as 25 years. The UNLESS contest was inspired by the words of
Dr. Seuss in The Lorax - "Unless someone like you cares a whole
awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not." Competing against
more than 3,000 students from 83 different schools, our students
wrote letters to companies to support and buy sustainable palm oil
and they made an education video to help students and adults
understand the issues. Students also created a shopping guide to help
people make better choices about products that contain sustainable
palm oil.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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IV.
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
“Indian Lane is Open Well Beyond School Hours,” presented by
Bill Bennett, parent Ginny Cave, and teachers Jon Boyle and
Ryan Lewis.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of
April 26, 2012
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
April 26, 2012
Solicitor’s Report I- In Official Legislative Minutes of
April 26, 2012
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2012-2012 – 108
A.
Real Estate Tax Assessment Appeal-Granite Run Mall
Resolve, that the Board approve the Solicitor’s request to
authorize to settle the above real estate tax assessment appeal
in accordance with attached proposed court order and
stipulation as set forth in the April 26, 2012, Solicitor’s Report in
the Official Legislative Meeting Minutes of April 26, 2012.
B.
Real Estate Tax Assessment Appeal - Homayoon/Cheryl
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Solicitor’s request
To authorize to settle the above real estate tax assessment
appeal in accordance with Attachment “B” in the April 26, 2012,
Solicitor’s Report in the Official Legislative Meeting Minutes of
April 26, 2012
C.
Real Estate Tax Assessment Appeal - Thomas C. Musi Further resolve, that the Board approve the Solicitor’s request
to authorize to settle the above real estate tax assessment
appeal in accordance with Attachment “C” in the April 26, 2012,
Solicitor’s Report in the Official Legislative Meeting Minutes of
April 26, 2012.
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The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
G.
VI.
Rose Tree Media Residents – One resident
Old Business
A.
IX.
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
President’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of
April 26, 2012.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
None
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a
motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 109
Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
.
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Dr. Linda Bluebello, Director of Pupil
Services, retirement, effective June
30, 2012.
2.
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Lovinda Weaver, ESL Teacher,
Media and Indian Lane Elementary
Schools, resignation effective May
11, 2012.
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1.
Terminations
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Edward Gibson, Jr., Bus Driver, retirement,
effective June 29, 2012.
2.
Linda Davis, Technology Assistant, Glenwood,
Media and Indian Lane Elementary Schools,
retirement effective June 27, 2012.
3.
Adele Winn, Support Staff II, Glenwood
Elementary, retirement effective June 14, 2012.
4.
Charles Dougherty, 3rd Shift Custodian,
Penncrest High School, resignation effective
May 4, 2012.
5.
Marie DiCandillo, Support Staff II, Penncrest High
School, retirement effective June 15, 2012.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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X.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Changes
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Supplemental Contracts
2012-13 School Year Calendar - Second Reading and Approval
Last Day of School
Expulsion of Student #50675
RTM-ESPA Grievance Nos. 2012-1 / 2012-2
RTM-ESPA Grievance No. 2012-3
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 - 110
Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Recommend Board approval of the
following personnel to serve as ESY
Summer School Teachers effective
July 9, 2012 through August 3, 2012
at the daily rate of $111.00:
Tiffany Bendistis
Ashlyn Crilly
Devon Hartzell
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Debra Schnaars
Maureen Shields
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
2.
Synthia Shoemaker, Long Term Substitute Math
Teacher, effective April 10, 2012 at the annual
salary of $45,289.00 pro-rated. Ms Shoemaker
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Millersville.
She is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Stephen Chicano. NOTE: Ms.
Shoemaker is being hired pending completion of
her pre-employment paperwork.
3.
Recommend board approval of the following
personnel to serve as Title I Summer School
Teachers effective July 2, 2012 through July 31,
2012 at the rate of $111.00 per day:
Lindsi Ciuffetelli
Jeffrey Davies
Julie Denton
Julie Fetsch
Crystal Grace-Green
Christine Seeley
Christy Thompson
4.
Kortne Mazzella, Title I summer School Teacher
effective July 2, 2012 through July 31, 2012 at the
rate of $111.00 per day. NOTE: Ms. Mazzella is
being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
5.
Amy Matijasich, School Psychologist, effective
May 1, 2012 at the annual salary of $ 81,105.00.
She comes to us from Wilson School District
where she served as a School Psychologist. Ms.
Matijasich received her Bachelor’s Degree from
Penn State University and her Master’s Degree
from George Mason University. She is assigned
to Media and Rose Tree Elementary Schools
replacing Mara Dixon who resigned. NOTE: Ms.
Matijasich is being hired pending completion of
her pre-employment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
6.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as ESY Summer School
Tutors at the rate of $45.00 per hour:
Nick Bell
Tiffany Bendistis
Devon Hartzell
Jaclyn Leck
Kristen Manderachi
Michele Woodward
b.
Carleen Megow
Catherine Poulos
Megan Snyder
Jodi Strevig
Alexis Wilson
Non-Instructional
1.
James Heller, Summer Maintenance, effective
April 27, 2012 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
2.
Daniel Graham, Summer Maintenance, effective
April 27, 2012 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
3.
Marqus McKie, Substitute Maintenance, effective
April 16, 2012 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
4.
Recommend Board approval for the following
staff to serve as ESY Summer School Aides at
the rate of $16.21 per hour:
Victoria Blair
Joann Dougherty
Svitlana Duffy
Patricia Impagliazzo
Jessica Jacovini
Katherine Johnson
Jill Koechig
5.
Donna Lomas
Eugenia Perich
Amanda Sessa
Elise Simonian
Patricia Skean
Barbara Snyder
James Tiedemann
Craig Casner, Summer Scheduler at the annual
salary of $4,000.00. Mr. Casner is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
3.
Non-Instructional
6.
Sarah Graham, Summer Scheduler at the annual
salary of $4,000.00. Ms. Graham is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
7.
Patrick Wilson, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
April 27, 2012 at the rate of $21.53 per hour.
NOTE: Mr. Wilson is being hired pending
completion of his pre-employment paperwork.
8.
Lauren Newman, Interventionist extension
through April 27, 2012 at a rate of $25.00 per
hour.
General
a.
Classification Change
1.
b.
Suzannah Emmons from Support Staff I to 10
month Secretary 1, 4.5 hours per day, as of April
20 at the annual salary of $18,671.40. Ms.
Emmons is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School replacing Anita Garber who resigned.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Jody Ruckle requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence through the end of the first
semester of the 2012-2013 school year.
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c.
B.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Andrew Ikeler, New Teacher Mentor, effective
March 19, 2012, at the annual salary of $360.51.
Mr. Ikeler is assigned to Penncrest High School.
2.
Sandy Carter, New Teacher Mentor, effective
January 30, 2012 at the annual salary of $561.45.
Ms. Carter is assigned to Penncrest High School.
3.
William Carr, 8th Grade Softball Coach at the
annual salary of $3,045.00. Mr. Carr is assigned
to Springton Lake Middle School.
2012-2013 School Year Calendar – Second Reading and Approval
Further resolve, the Board approve the 2012-2013 School Year
Calendar. See Attachment A in Official Legislative Minutes of April
26, 2012.
C.
Last Day of School
Further resolve, that the Board approve the change of the last day of
school from June 15, 2012 to June 12, 2012 for students and from
June 19, 2012 to June 14, 2012 for teachers.
D.
Expulsion of Student #50675
Further resolve, that, pursuant to the waiver of the Due Process
Hearing signed by students’ parents, student #50675 shall be
expelled for the duration of the 2011-2012 school year and the 20122013 school year. Student may petition to return to Rose Tree Media
School District in September 2013.
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E.
RTM-ESPA Grievance Nos. 2012-1 / 2012-2
Further resolve, that the Board of School Directors determines that
Susan Matthews is herby terminated from her employment with the
Rose Tree Media School District, effective immediately. In addition,
the Employee shall be paid for one (1) hour, for her attendance at a
meeting with the Rose Tree Media School District Administration on
November 29, 2011.
F.
RTM-ESPA Grievance No. 2012-3
Further resolve, that the Step 3 Grievance Hearing Recommended
Decision and Disposition issued by the Committee of the Board of
School Directors of the Rose Tree Media School District be accepted
and adopted thereby denying Grievance No. 2012-3 filed by Grievant,
Victoria L. Blair.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1. None
B.
General
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Designation of Delaware County Intermediate Board
Representative
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical
School Budget
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special
Education Budget
2012-2013 Delaware County Community College Budget
Budgetary Transfer
Change Orders – SLMS, See Attachments B and C
Apple Lease Agreement – See Attachment D
Contracts with Pathway
Contract with Poetry Alive
Athletic Trainers
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to
adopt the following:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2013 - 111
1.
Designation of Delaware County Intermediate Board
Representative
Further resolve, that the School Board appoint Nancy
Mackrides as the representative for the Delaware
County Intermediate Unit’s Board of Directors. The
current term will expire on June 30, 2012. The new term
is for the period of July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2015.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
2.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Delaware County
Intermediate Unit Operating Budget for the 2012/13 school
year in the amount of $7,639,487. Rose Tree Media School
District’s share is $78,058, which is the same amount for the
current 2011/12 fiscal year.
3.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical
School Budget
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Delaware County
Vocational-Technical School Budget for the 2012/13 school
year in the amount of $11,272,553, which represents a 1.7%
increase for district contributions over the 2011/12 school year.
Rose Tree Media's share is $251,726. The 2012/13 Special
Education Technical Programs Budget is $1,132,275, of which
Rose Tree Media's share is $55,416.
4.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special
Education Budget
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Delaware County
Intermediate Unit’s Special Education Budget for 2012/13 in
the amount of $24,519.935, which is 6.51% less than this
year’s budget. Rose Tree Media’s share is estimated at $1.4
million. Last year Rose Tree Media’s share was about $1.9
million.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
5.
2012-2013 Delaware County Community College Budget
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Delaware County
Community College budget for the 2012/13 school year.
Under State law, the local sponsors’ obligation for support of
the community college’s operating budget is the total operating
balance after all other sources
of revenue have been
deducted. Each sponsoring school district’s share of the local
sponsor appropriation is equal to its proportionate share of the
total real estate market valuation of all twelve sponsoring
districts. Rose Tree Media’s share is $1,121,836 which
represents a 2% decrease from last year.
6.
Budgetary Transfers
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following
budgetary transfer:
FY 12-17 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
TO:
AMOUNT:
Operation of Building Services - Supplies
$3,000.00
Operation of Building Services - Repairs
$3,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for custodial repairs at the
high school.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Change Orders - SLMS
Further resolve, the School Board approve the following
change orders:
1.
GC-05 - The District received PDE approval for PlanCon
Part I for general contractor change order GC-05. The
Board approves acceptance of PlanCon Part I for
general contractor change order GC-05 in the amount of
$47,340.21. See Attachment B in the Official Legislative
Minutes of April 26, 2012.
GC06 – The Board approves submittal of change order
GC-06 in the amount of $124,266.84 to PDE for
PlanCon Part I. See Attachment C in the Official
Legislative Minutes of April 26, 2012.
8.
Apple Lease Agreement
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Master Lease
Purchase Agreement between Apple Inc. and the Rose Tree
Media School District. The lease includes twenty-two (22) five
(5) packs of MacBook Pros, eleven (11) ten (10) packs of 32GB
iPads, and one hundred and ten (110) licenses for Numbers,
Pages, and Keynote software. The four (4) year equity lease
will commence on May 15, 2012.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
9.
Contracts with Pathway
Further resolve, that the Board approve two contracts from The
Pathway School to provide an Extended School Year (ESY)
program for two students with disabilities. The cost is
$6,990.00 per student.
10.
Contract with Poetry Alive
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Poetry
Alive to provide assembly programs for students in grades
three through five. The total cost is $870.00 for three
performances.
11.
Athletic Trainers
Further resolve, that the Board approve the 3 year renewal
agreement with Orthopaedic Specialists – Bryn Mawr Sports
Medicine for Athletic Trainers. The cost for their services is as
follows: Year 2012-2013 $73,789; Year 2013-2014 $74,527;
and Year 2014-2015 $75,644. These amounts reflect a 0%,
1%, and 1.5% increase respectively.
12.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
Further resolve, that the Board approve the contract for Austill’s
Rehabilitation Services for the 2012-2013 school year. The one
year renewal contract proposed for the 2012-13 school year
will reflect a $.75 increase per hour or $58.78 per hour.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for March 2012
Bill Lists for March 2012
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 112
Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
Financial Reports
March
March
March
March
2012
2012
2012
2012
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
Bill Lists
March 2012
General Fund Bill List
$ 2,912,191.99
March 2012
Imprest Fund Bill List
$
3,532.50
March 2012
Capital Fund Bill List
$
14,668.38
March 2012
Bond Series 2004 Bill List
$
138.00
March 2012
Bond Series 2010 A & 2012
$ 1,441,637.43
March 2012
Scholarship Fund
$
2,000.00
March 2012
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
60,680.19
$ 4,434,848.49
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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XI.
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 113
Resolve, that 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 Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
Elizabeth Schneider
None
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
______________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on May 2, 2012, at 3:00 p.m. in the Education Center, 308 North
Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were:
Dennis Cini, Bill Johnson, Ron Baldino, Grace Eves and eight bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves:
Glenwood Elementary School Sealant Replacement & Masonry Repairs
C&D Waterproofing Corp.
Bloomsburg, PA
D&A Masonry Restoration, Inc.
Southampton, PA
Donald Reisinger, Inc.
West Chester, PA
JPS Construction Co., Inc.
Glenside, PA
Mangan Masonry Restoration Inc.
Phila, PA
Mara Restoration
Oreland, PA
MidAtlantic Restoration Masonry LLC
Aston, PA
Old Philadelphia Associates, Inc.
West Chester, PA
Premier Building Restoration
Erdenhein, PA
Shared Systems Technology
Sewell, NJ
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________
Grace A. Eves
Board Secretary
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on May 2, 2012, at 3:00 p.m. in the Education Center,
308 North Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were: Dennis Cini, Bill Johnson, Ron Baldino, Grace Eves
and eight bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves:
Penncrest High School Auditorium Area Masonry Restoration 2012
ARK Builders Corp.
Allentown, PA
C&D Waterproofing Corp.
Bloomsburg, PA
MidAtlantic Restoration Masonry
LLC
Aston, PA
Old Philadelphia Associates, Inc.
West Chester, PA
Caretti Restoration & Preservation
Services, LLC
Berwick, PA
Premier Building Restoration, Inc.
Erdenheim, PA
Joseph Dugan, Inc.
Erdenheim, PA
Schneider Restorations, Inc.
Newtown, PA 18940
JPS Construction Co., Inc.
Glenside, PA
Shared Systems Technology, Inc.
Sewell, NJ
Mike Kobithen Roofing & Insulation
Inc.
Churchville, PA
Mara Restoration
Oreland, PA
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________
Grace A. Eves
Board Secretary
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on May 4, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. in the Education Center,
308 North Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were:
three bidders.
Dennis Cini, Jock Deasey, Ron Baldino, Grace Eves and
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves:
Glenwood Elementary School – Theater Curtain
M. Cramer & Associates, Inc.
Phila., PA
Pittsburgh Stage, Inc.
Sewickley, PA
Robert Rosen Interiors, LLP
Media, PA
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________
Grace A. Eves
Board Secretary
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BID OPENING MINUTES
A bid opening was held on May 4, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. in the Education Center,
308 North Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were:
two bidders.
Dennis Cini, Jock Deasey, Ron Baldino, Grace Eves and
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves:
Penncrest High School, Media and Rose Tree Elementary Schools
Doors & Frames
L. J. Paolella Construction, Inc.
Brookhaven, PA
Symphony Glass
Collingdale, PA
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________
Grace A. Eves
Board Secretary
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Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610-627-6136
Fax 610-480-7541
www.rtmsd.org
Mr. Janes M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
TO:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
FROM:
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
Date:
May 8, 2012
Subject:
Minutes of May 8, 2012 Special Legislative Meeting
I.
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Board Members In Attendance: John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti and Bill Montgomery
Absent: Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell and Elizabeth Schneider
Also in Attendance: James Wigo, Grace Eves, Anne Callahan, Linda Bluebello,
Kim McCann-Roller, Patti Linden
I.
Re-Opening of the Third Street Bridge, between Media Borough and Upper
Providence Township
Mr. Guilday made a motion and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
Resolution 2011-2012 – 114
Whereas, the re-opening of the Third Street bridge to vehicular traffic will enable
a safer and more timely response for police, fire and emergency vehicles from
each municipality to service and protect not only the residents, schools and
businesses in the vicinity of the bridge itself, but also allow a speedier response
to all residents, schools and businesses throughout each municipality, and
Whereas, the re-opening of the bridge to vehicular traffic will allow a safer, more
direct and faster commute for the many elementary age school children of Upper
Providence Township who travel daily to and from the Media Elementary
School in Media Borough thus promoting not only safety, but reducing school
district transportation costs and school district expenses to our taxpayers and
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Whereas, the bridge reconstruction has been fully funded by the financial
cooperation of Media Borough, the County of Delaware and the State of
Pennsylvania so that there will be no local fiscal burden imposed on the residents
of Media Borough as a result of reopening the bridge, and the re-opening of the
bridge is in the public interest of both municipalities as well as the School District.
Therefore, the Rose Tree Media School District respectfully requests and urges
Media Borough Council to proceed with all deliberate speed and action to
complete the process of re-opening the Third Street Bridge to vehicular traffic for
the benefit of the residents of both municipalities.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti, and Bill Montgomery
None
Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
II.
Public Comment – 1 member of the public
III.
New Business - None
IV.
Any other business that may come before the Board - None
V.
Adjournment
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 -2012 - 115
There being no further business to come before the Board the meeting
adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti, and Bill Montgomery
None
Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Elizabeth Schneider
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III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Making a Difference Awards
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media
Award to the following individuals who received recognition from
the DCIU Local Task Force on the Right to Education. These
individuals were chosen as part of the initiative Making a Difference
Award. They are:
1.
Student, Sarah Bonhage – second grader from Mrs. Michaels
class. Sarah makes a difference every day by assisting a
fellow special needs classmate with tasks like ordering
lunch, practicing Tools for Success, accompanying him at
guidance lessons and with returning Hundred Book
Challenge books. She praises his efforts to be more
independent and is a positive role model in every way.
2.
Nurse, Kathryn Johnson, from Rose Tree Elementary School.
Kathy makes a difference every day through her
compassion, kindness and sensitivity to the various health
and medical issues that our students may face. She is a
source of comfort, knowledge and expertise in helping
students, teachers and parents deal with everyday medical
challenges. Kathy has a way of making everyone “feel
better.”
3.
Custodian, Ron Shortall, from Rose Tree Elementary School
received the Hero Award. Ron voluntarily has given up his
breaks so that he can go out to recess to play catch with a
student who has PT needs. As a result of his involvement
other children joined in and over time became wonderful
friends. He also works with some of our first grade students
who need extra help by giving 45 minutes a day to assisting
them in their classroom. Mr. Shortall also watches to make
sure all students get picked up on time and if one does not,
he waits with the child in the office keeping the child calm
and entertained. He models acceptance, respect and a
genuine caring at all times.
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III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Making A Difference Award (continued)
4.
B.
Supervisor of Special Education, Dr. Patricia Barta, was
recognized for a Lifetime Achievement Award. After hearing
about Dr. Barta’s 30 years of her caring relationships with
families, knowledge, multiple certificates and degrees,
advocacy for children and her work as a teacher, principal,
Director of Special Education and Rose Tree Media
Supervisor of Special Education they created a special award
- Life Time Achievement. Rose Tree Media would like to
thank Pat for her work and support to ensure the rights and
success of students with disabilities.
Mordechai Anielewicz Creative Arts Contest
Resolve, the Board of School Directors recognize the following
students for their participation in the Mordechai Anielewicz Creative
Arts Contest. The contest is sponsored by the Jewish Community
Relations Council of Philadelphia and honors Mordechai, a leader of
the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
It is a creative arts, writing,
songwriting, art contest that concentrates on creative art responses
to the Holocaust. Daniel Aglira received third place recognition and
Danielle Su and Jasmine Summers received Honorable Mentions
recognition.
C.
VFW Veteran’s Day Writing Contest
Resolve, the Board of School Directors recognize the following
students for their participation in the VFW’s Veteran’s Day Writing
Contest. The topic was “Are You Proud to be an American?” In
social studies and language arts classes, teachers discussed the
role of veterans, their sacrifices, and how they have made America
the place it is today. Fifteen Springton Lake students felt strongly
about the topic and entered the writing contest. Three sixth grade
students were selected as winners by the Media VFW. Emma
Ahlgren placed first out of 15 Springton Lake applicants and she
also placed third in our entire district. William Thomas placed third
and Abby Meyer placed fourth.
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III.
Presentations and Awards
D.
Marie Whitaker Humanitarian Award from Media Fellowship House
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media
Award to Angela Gilbert for receiving the Marie Whitaker
Humanitarian Award from Media Fellowship House. This award is
named in honor of Marie Whitaker, one of the founders of Media
Fellowship House and a woman of indomitable spirit whose quiet
service to her community serves as an inspiration to all who knew
her.
E.
Mr. William Montgomery – Board of School Director Recognition
Resolve, the Board of School Directors recognize Mr. William
Montgomery for his 19 years of service to the students, staff and
community members of the Rose Tree Media School District. Mr.
Montgomery served as president in 1998 and 1999 and served as
Chairman of the Operations Committee since 2007. We would like
to thank Mr. Montgomery for his many hours of volunteering his
time to the Rose Tree Media School District
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
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:
May 4, 2012
Subject:
May 8, 2012 Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
______________________________________________________________________
Board Members: John Hanna, Pete Barry, Chris Guilday, Bill O’Donnell and
Elizabeth Schneider
Also in Attendance: James Wigo, Grace Eves and Anne Callahan
Contracts
The contract for School Speciality in the amount of $5,082 was reviewed. The contract
is for student agendas for Penncrest High School Students.
Action: This item will be moved to the May 24th Legislative agenda for approval
Budgetary Transfers
FY 12-18 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Vehicle Servicing and maintenance services - Supplies
AMOUNT:
$1,006.25
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Nonpublic Transportation - Supplies
$ 335.75
TO:
AMOUNT:
Vehicle Servicing and maintenance services – New Equipment
$1,342.00
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed for purchase of an additional camera for the
buses.
Action: This item will be moved to the May 24th Legislative agenda for approval.
Budgetary Summary Comparison
The District has received 96% of its revenue and has expensed 89% of its expenditures.
Action: Discussion
2012/13 Budget Review
Bill O’Donnell reviewed the 2012/13 budget. The budget includes a 1.7% tax increase,
which equates to an annual increase of $75 for the average assessment of $205,300.
The budget was $83,123,217 and used $4.2 million of fund balance to balance the
budget. The budget is now $80,305,101 and uses $2.1 million of fund balance to
balance the budget. Recent reductions include reductions to non-instructional and
instructional staff members, reductions for printing supplies due to improved printing
efficiencies, reduction in the use of heating oil to more efficient gas heating and
reduction of equipment requests.
Action: This item will be moved to the May 24 Legislative meeting for approval.
Public Comment-Two members of the public were in attendance
The next Finance Committee meeting will be held on June 12, 2012
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6136
Fax: 610-627-6136
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
Mr. James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
___
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Mr. James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
May 8, 2012
Subject:
May 8, 2012 Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Nancy Mackrides
___________________________________________________________________
Board Members: John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Chris Guilday, Nancy
Fronduti, Nancy Mackrides and Bill Montgomery
Also in attendance: James Wigo, Grace Eves, Anne Callahan, Linda Bluebello, Patti
Linden, Kim McCann-Roller, Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Joe Slivka and Joseph Herman
from D’Huy Engineering, Joe Solomon from Provident Energy, Phil Solomon and two
representatives from Johnson Controls and Ken Phillips from RBC Capital Markets
Energy Project- Johnson Controls, Inc. Energy Savings Project
Joe Solomon from Provident Energy presented three options from Johnson Controls,
Inc. for a guaranteed energy savings program through capital improvements. The
project cost for option 1 is $2,840,129, option 2 is $6,436,468 and option 3 is
$9,990,967. Option 1 is fully funded through energy savings. Options 2 and 3 are
partially funded through energy savings and will require additional capital.
Improvements in options 2 and 3 will include replacing equipment that is failing and
provides the opportunity to add other improvements. The administration recommended
option 3 which includes up lighting upgrades, high efficiency boilers and chillers, control
upgrades which will allow the district the opportunity to participate in a revenue
generating program called demand response, building envelope improvements,
domestic hot water and the addition of cooling on the third floor of Media Elementary
School, large group rooms at Indian Lane and Rose Tree Elementary schools and A&B
wing at Penncrest. The current domestic hot water heaters are near the end of their
useful lives and are in need of repair. The cooling of Penncrest will provide the
opportunity to generate revenue through summer camp programs that include the
sciences. Savings generated from improved energy efficiencies will help offset some of
the costs of the project.
Energy Project-Financing for the project – Ken Phillips
Ken Phillips from RBC Capital Markets reviewed financing options for the project. By
using wrap around debt and the guaranteed annual savings from energy improvements
it will not be necessary to increase the millage rate. The mills are already built into the
budget as a result of converting the variable rate debt budget from 4.50% to the fixed
rate of 2.04%. All debt for the District will be paid off in twelve years instead of 11 years
for the current debt. He will prepare a parameters resolution for financing the project in
June. He also reviewed the savings from the 2007 Del-Val bond, which was converted
from variable rate to fixed rate debt. He reviewed the advanced refunding of the 2004A
bonds for a future date.
Action: The contract for the Johnson Controls, Inc energy project will be moved to the
May 24 Legislative meeting for approval. The financing for the project will be moved to
the June 28 Legislative agenda for approval.
Springton Lake Middle School
Joe Slivka from D’Huy Engineering will be reducing his time on the Springton Lake
Middle School project to start a new project for his firm. He will still be involved in the
project. He introduced Joseph Herman from D’Huy Engineering who will take Joe’s
place to close out the project. Henry Guarellio from D’Huy Engineering will continue to
represent the district. The committee is awaiting pricing for outstanding changes for the
project. The District will have the opportunity to add 10 changing booths to the locker
room in the natatorium. Pricing will be available in June. The committee approved an
additional $150,000 for the purchase of furniture for the school. Student desks and
chairs were approximately $60,000 less expensive than the same type of desks and
chairs from Virco. The contract and payment status report was reviewed.
A change order in the amount of approximately $18,300 for abatement contractor,
Sergeant was discussed. The change order is necessary due to unforeseen abatement
that was required in the old music suites to remove mastic that was used to mount
acoustic cork board.
Action: The change order for Sergeant will be moved to the May 24 Legislative meeting
for approval.
12/13 Capital Projects Update
Dennis Cini reviewed the 12/13 projects. Four bid openings were held this past month.
Recommendations for approval of the following bid results were discussed: Glenwood
Elementary School stage curtain to M. Cramer & Associates, Inc. in the amount of
$4,289. This bid came in $15, 911 under budget. Glenwood Elementary School Sealant
replacement and masonry repair in the amount of $23,800 came in $30,400 under
budget. Doors at various schools came in at $68,840 and is $8,940 over budget. Penn
crest masonry restoration phase II for the auditorium and boiler room chimney in the
amount of $219,500 came in $103,279 under budget. Bid openings for asphalt paving,
interior painting and streambed stabilization will take place in the next month.
Action: Discussion
Media Youth Little League
Media Youth Little League is requesting a twenty five year lease for ball field located at
Springton Lake Middle School. They have leased the property in the past and also
maintain. The lease is under review by the District’s solicitor.
Action: This item will be moved to the May 24 Legislative meeting for approval pending
final review by the solicitor.
Media Borough Third Street Bridge
The Media Borough Third Street Bridge has been closed to vehicular traffic. The reopening of the bridge will lead to increased transportation efficiencies for the district as
well as improved emergency response time for police, fire and emergency vehicles.
The committee recommended urging the borough of Media to re-open the bridge.
Action: This item will be moved to the May 8 Special Legislative agenda for approval.
Public Comment-Five members of the public were in attendance.
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on June 12, 2012.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources
Date:
May 14, 2012
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Anne D. Callahan
Director of Human Resources
Board Members in attendance: W. O’Donnell, L. Schneider, L. Kinsler-Fox, P.
Barry, C. Guilday, N. Fronduti, W. Montgomery, J. Hanna, Chair
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, J. Wigo, G. Eves, Several Members of the Public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The committee discussed items to be brought before the Board at the legislative
meeting in May. All items will be brought forward for a vote of the full Board at
the Legislative Meeting of the Board of School Directors on May 24, 2012.
II.
Executive Session
An executive session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6028
Fax 610.565.5317
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Date:
May 9, 2012
Subject:
May 8, 2012 Pupil Services Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mrs. Nancy Fronduti
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Director of Pupil Services
Board Members in Attendance: Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry, Nancy
Fronduti, Nancy Mackrides, Elizabeth Schneider, Bill Montgomery, Christopher Guilday
Others in Attendance: Mr. Wigo, Dr. Bluebello, Anne Callahan, Patti Linden, Grace
Eves, Community Members
OVERNIGHT TRIPS
Dr. Bluebello presented the following overnight trips for review:
Penncrest students will attend the Canon International Envirothon Training in
Canadensis, PA, 7/17-19/2012. Students will practice team building and leadership
training in preparation for the Canon International Envirothon. There is no cost to the
district for this trip.
Action: Approval will be on the May 2012 Legislative Agenda.
Penncrest students will attend the Canon International Envirothon Competition at
Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, PA, 7/22-27/2012. The cost to the district is
approximately $200, which covers transportation.
Action: Approval will be on the May 2012 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest Boys Basketball Team will attend the Boys Basketball Team Camp at St.
Joseph’s University, 8/3/-5/2012. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
Action: Approval will be on the May 2012 Legislative Agenda.
CONTRACTS
Dr. Bluebello presented the following contracts:
Theraplay, Inc.
A renewal contract with Theraplay, Inc. was presented. Their services will be used only
when necessary to assist with compensatory speech and language therapy services for
students. Services are provided at the Springfield, PA, office at $90.00 per hour.
Action: Approval will be on the May 2012 Legislative Agenda.
Interquest Detection Canines
A renewal agreement for the 2012-2013 school year with Interquest Detection Canines
of Eastern, PA, was presented by Dr. Bluebello and reviewed by the Board. There will
be approximately 5 visits at SLMS and PHS during the 2012-2013 school year. The
cost of these services to the district is the same as the current school year ($225 for 3
hours) with an additional fuel/tolls charge of $125 for 5 visits.
Action: Approval will be on the May 2012 Legislative Agenda.
The next meeting of the Pupil Services committee will be June 12, 2012, at the
Education Center.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.891.0959
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Patti Linden
Director of Technology
and Information Science
Members of the Board of School Directors
James, M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
Patti Linden
May 11, 2012
Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for May 8, 2012
Chairperson: Mr. Christopher Guilday
Board Members in attendance: Chris Guilday, Linda Fox, Pete Barry, John Hanna,
Nancy Fronduti, Elizabeth Schneider, Bill Montgomery
Also in attendance: Jim Wigo, Patti Linden, Kim McCann-Roller, Linda Bluebello,
Angela Gilbert, Steve Taylor, Anne Callahan, Grace Eves, several members of the
community
Financing Option for Technology Equipment at Springton Lake
Patti Linden presented the option for leasing Apple MacBooks for Springton Lake
teachers and carts of iPads for Springton Lake students as Phase II of a 3 year plan.
These iPads will replace the current model of laptop carts and will be less expensive
than laptop purchases. This financing option will allow the district to keep equipment
costs fixed, secure updated technology for the classrooms, and eliminate the upkeep of
unusable technology. This lease represents Phase II of a 3 year goal towards digital
learning for all that will create efficiencies and save costs overall. The goal also includes
a platform change for all instructional areas to Apple technology. Phase II will include
professional development for Springton Lake teachers upon their return in August, as
well as professional development opportunities throughout the summer. The cost of the
equity lease is $86,217.53 per year for 4 years with a 3 year extended warranty for the
laptops and a 2 year Accident Protection warranty for the iPads. There is a $1.00
buyout option at the end of the lease. These costs are built into the Technology budget.
Solicitor, Tom Kelly, will have lease documents reviewed and approved before Board
action.
Action: Apple lease agreement will be placed on the Legislative agenda for
approval on May 24, 2012.
Contract with School Messenger for 2012-2013
School Messenger is a voice broadcasting product similar to the Global Connect voice
broadcasting product, but has more effective features. The administration would like to
move our broadcasting system to the School Messenger vendor that will allow for a selfservice parent portal. This portal enables parents to control which telephone number
they want the district to use in order to contact them for announcement and emergency
notifications. The other features include text messaging, social networking
announcements, and daily updates from our Student Information System. There is an
agreement which must be signed that includes a cost of $2.00 per student. This is $0.20
per student higher than the current product we use, but provides many more
advantageous features. These costs are built into the Technology budget.
Action: The School Messenger agreement will be placed on the Legislative
agenda for approval on May 24, 2012.
Next meeting: Tuesday, June 12, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. in the Education Center
Board Room
OFFICE OF TEACHING AND LEARNING
TO:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Mr. James M. Wigo, Superintendent of Schools
FROM:
Dr. Angela Gilbert, Director of Teaching and Learning - Elementary
Dr. Steve Taylor, Director of Teaching and Learning - Secondary
DATE:
May 8, 2012
RE:
May 8, 2012 Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Peter Barry
Board Members in Attendance: Peter Barry, Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, John
Hanna, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Bill Montgomery, Liz Schneider
RTMSD Personnel in Attendance: Linda Bluebello, Anne Callahan, Grace Eves, Angela
Gilbert, Patti Linden, Steve Taylor, James Wigo
Update on Interventionists
Dr. Gilbert shared the results of the RTM Interventionist Program to date. The 2011
Accountability Block Grant award of $53,190.00 was used to provide Interventionists to
work with identified students in each building. The goals of the interventionists were as
follows: to close the achievement gap among students in grades K-12, to bring every
student to proficiency or above in reading and/or mathematics, to provide intensive
intervention through research-based programs for students who are not proficient - all
based on results of summative and formative data. Between the months of October and
March, 168 students were served in a variety of lesson structures, including one to one
tutoring and small group instruction. Progress monitoring data revealed that students made
gains in both math and reading as a result of this support. A careful analysis of PSSA data
will be conducted to see if the students who received this intervention performed at
proficient levels or above.
Special Education Contracts
Dr. Gilbert presented the following contracts for students with significant disabilities to
attend Extended School Year (ESY) programs during the summer of 2012:
1. Three (3) contracts from Devereux - CBHS Mapleton Education Program. The dates
are July 2 through August 17, 2012. The cost is $190.00 per day, for a total of
$6,460.00 per student. This service is specified in the students’ IEPs.
2. Contract for three (3) students from Elwyn - Therapeutic Summer Camp for Children
with Autism. The dates are July 2 through August 17, 2012. The cost is $3,400.00
per student. In addition, a 1:1 aide will be provided for one of the students at a cost
of $4,024.00. All services are specified in the students’ IEPs.
3. Contract from the Camphill School. The dates are June 30 through July 28, 2012.
The cost of $7,403.60 covers both an Educational fee of $198.33 per day and a
Residential fee of $122.75 per day. This service is specified in the student’s IEP, as
well as in a Settlement Agreement.
4. Contract for two (2) students from the HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy.
The dates are June 30 through July 31, 2012. The cost is $457.00 per day, for a
total of $11,882.00 per student. This service is specified in the students’ IEPs.
5. Contract for two (2) students from Valley Forge Educational Services - The
Vanguard School. The dates are June 25 through August 3, 2012. The cost is
$7,075.00 per student. This service is specified in the students’ IEPs.
The Board gave approval for these contracts to appear on the May Legislative Agenda as
resolutions.
Preview of Pennsylvania Plan for Assessment, 2012-2015
Dr. Gilbert and Dr. Taylor provided the Board an update on PDE’s plans to modify the state
assessment system over the next several years. Significant modifications to the system
include the infusion of Pennsylvania Common Core content, the option to take state
assessments online, the elimination of the modified PSSA-M version of the tests, the
inclusion of a Writing assessment for all grades 3 through 8, the elimination of the PSSAs
at grade 11, and the introduction of end-of-course Keystone Exams in Algebra I, Biology,
and Literature. RTM teachers have been anticipating and preparing for these changes, and
a major strand of professional development over the next two or three years will focus on
their implementation. All these revisions will go into effect pending final approval by the
State Board of Education.
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Making a Difference Awards
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media
Award to the following individuals who received recognition from
the DCIU Local Task Force on the Right to Education. These
individuals were chosen as part of the initiative Making a Difference
Award. They are:
1.
Student, Sarah Bonhage – second grader from Mrs. Michaels
class. Sarah makes a difference every day by assisting a
fellow special needs classmate with tasks like ordering
lunch, practicing Tools for Success, accompanying him at
guidance lessons and with returning Hundred Book
Challenge books. She praises his efforts to be more
independent and is a positive role model in every way.
2.
Nurse, Kathy Johnson, from Rose Tree Elementary School,
3.
Custodian, Ron Shortall, from Rose Tree Elementary School
received the Hero Award. Ron voluntarily has given up his
breaks so that he can go out to recess to play catch with a
student who has PT needs. As a result of his involvement
other children joined in and over time became wonderful
friends. He also works with some of our first grade students
who need extra help by giving 45 minutes a day to assisting
them in their classroom. Mr. Shortall also watches to make
sure all students get picked up on time and if one does not,
he waits with the child in the office keeping the child calm
and entertained. He models acceptance, respect and a
genuine caring at all times.
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III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Making A Difference Award (continued)
4.
B.
Supervisor of Special Education, Dr. Patricia Barta, was
recognized for a Lifetime Achievement Award. After hearing
about Dr. Barta’s 30 years of her caring relationships with
families, knowledge, multiple certificates and degrees,
advocacy for children and her work as a teacher, principal,
Director of Special Education and Rose Tree Media
Supervisor of Special Education they created a special award
- Life Time Achievement. Rose Tree Media would like to
thank Pat for her work and support to ensure the rights and
success of students with disabilities.
Mordechai Anielewicz Creative Arts Contest
Resolve, the Board of School Directors recognize the following
students for their participation in the Mordechai Anielewicz Creative
Arts Contest. The contest is sponsored by the Jewish Community
Relations Council of Philadelphia and honors Mordechai, a leader of
the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
It is a creative arts, writing,
songwriting, art contest that concentrates on creative art responses
to the Holocaust. Daniel Aglira received third place recognition and
Danielle Su and Jasmine Summers received Honorable Mentions
recognition.
C.
VFW Veteran’s Day Writing Contest
Resolve, the Board of School Directors recognize the following
students for their participation in the VFW’s Veteran’s Day Writing
Contest. The topic was “Are You Proud to be an American?” In
social studies and language arts classes, teachers discussed the
role of veterans, their sacrifices, and how they have made America
the place it is today. Fifteen Springton Lake students felt strongly
about the topic and entered the writing contest. Three sixth grade
students were selected as winners by the Media VFW. Emma
Ahlgren placed first out of 15 Springton Lake applicants and she
also placed third in our entire district. William Thomas placed third
and Abby Meyer placed fourth.
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III.
Presentations and Awards
D.
Marie Whitaker Humanitarian Award from Media Fellowship House
Resolve, the Board of School Directors present the Rose Tree Media
Award to Angela Gilbert for receiving the Marie Whitaker
Humanitarian Award from Media Fellowship House. This award is
named in honor of Marie Whitaker, one of the founders of Media
Fellowship House and a woman of indomitable spirit whose quiet
service to her community serves as an inspiration to all who knew
her.
E.
Mr. William Montgomery – Board of School Director Recognition
Resolve, the Board of School Directors recognize Mr. William
Montgomery for his 19 years of service to the students, staff and
community members of the Rose Tree Media School District. Mr.
Montgomery served as president in 1998 and 1999 and served as
Chairman of the Operations Committee since 2007. We would like
to thank Mr. Montgomery for his many hours of volunteering his
time to the Rose Tree Media School District
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – May 24, 2012
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Art
In art class with Mr. Sharp, students have made many interdisciplinary connections
throughout the year with a variety of math concepts. In the myriad of art projects so far
this year, first through fifth grade students have learned about pattern, proportion, threedimensional forms, ratios, fractions, types of lines and shapes, positive and negative
space, radial symmetry, perspective, mirror image, and flipping and rotating images. See
how we have continued our interdisciplinary math connections below.
Second graders learned about bilateral symmetry by creating butterflies. This project also
provided an interdisciplinary connection to their unit of study of butterflies in science.
Students created a symmetrical drawing of a butterfly and then folded the paper in half
and painting just one side of the butterfly. By refolding the paper every once in a while the
entire butterfly became painted in symmetrically. We then learned about relief in art by
making our butterflies pop out from a background using small pieces of foam that we
glued to the back of the butterfly and glued to the background.
Third graders continued their study of the art through time by looking at the work of MC
Escher and by creating tessellations. Students learned to transform a shape by cutting
out a shape from one edge and sliding it to the opposite side of the paper and then taping
it on. Students were asked as they kept cutting out shapes and sliding them if the paper
reminded them of anything – such as an animal, head of a person, etc… If so, they were
asked to stop and to draw the image on to their paper. This would now become their
tracer. Students were then given a sheet of drawing paper in which they traced their
image across the paper to make it tessellate so there were no spaces or gaps between
the images and so that the images went off the edges of the paper. We then learned
about complementary colors, colors across from one another on the color wheel, as well
as other contrasting color systems which we used to color in our tessellations.
Library
Spring “Book Look”
Glenwood library technician Kathy Cook attended Follett’s Annual Spring “Book Look”
workshop in Turnersville, NJ. Available for preview were over 1,500 well-reviewed and
award-winning materials for K-8 libraries, both fiction and nonfiction.
Follett
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representatives were on site to streamline the process of ordering library materials for the
2012-2013 school year. They also were available to discuss the improved accessibility of
ebooks and their integration with the Destiny library platform. This was a great opportunity
to examine new books to be sure they meet the needs of our students and support the
curriculum.
The Junior Optimist Club at Glenwood has had a very active and productive year. In the
Fall, Glenwood Optimists joined with the clubs at Penncrest and Media to collect candy
for kids at the homeless shelter who were not able to Trick-or-Treat. In November,
Glenwood Optimists packaged “thankful” notes and treats for State Troopers and local
firefighters. All the clubs in Rose Tree Media Schools joined forces for Martin Luther King
Day of Service. The Glenwood club sponsored a coat and toy drive. The items were
sorted and packed for “Cradles to Crayon” on MLK Day under the supervision of
Penncrest students. In February, Glenwood Optimists prepared 300 information packs for
the District’s kindergarten registration. They also sponsored a fund raiser through the
organization, “Save the Children.” The goal was to raise enough money to send 2 sheep
to families in need in a developing nation. Sheep provide wool, milk, and fertilizer. The
ewes often produce twins so herds grow rapidly and can become a small business for the
family. The Glenwood community responded generously, and enough money was raised
to send not 2, but 3, sheep through “Save the Children.” The final project of the school
year is a used book collection. Over the summer, one of our Glenwood teachers will be
distributing used books to needy children in a local community. The Optimists are
currently busy making posters about the book drive and decorating boxes for collecting
the books. The books will be collected in late May and early June.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students are working hard on their beginning reading skills. They are
actively reading lots of little books during reader’s workshop. They are using several
different decoding strategies when they come to a word they do not know. They use
“Eagle Eye” which is looking at the pictures and beginning and ending letters for clues.
They also use “Stretchy-the-Snake” to stretch out words, “Flipper the Dolphin” to flip the
vowel from a short vowel to a long vowel, and “Chunky Monkey” to chunk bigger words
into little words or word parts they already know. We are so proud of the progress they
are making!
First Grade
First grade began a fun-filled science unit, Organisms, with lessons about observing the
characteristics of living things. Throughout the unit, children were engaged in creating and
sustaining habitats for both woodland and freshwater animals. Daily prediction-making,
record-keeping, and lively discussions encouraged this group of budding researchers to
continue to ask questions and seek answers about our world and its inhabitants.
Second Grade
Second Graders culminated their study of Native Americans with a visit to Tyler
Arboretum. The arboretum offers a workshop on the locally connected Lenape Tribe.
Students learned and participated in activities to recreate daily life and customs of the
Lenape. Students also participated in a workshop about Invertebrates. They studied life
cycles and their effect on our environment.
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Third Grade
Third graders are studying Land and Water in Science to prepare for their upcoming field
trip to The Tyler Arboretum. Each group will have a model of land in which they will
perform multiple experiments to see the effects of water on land.
Students will continue their studies of Pennsylvania using Our Pennsylvania Story. They
will learn about Pennsylvania’s wildlife, farms, forests, population, and cities.
Students are exploring algebra through hands on activities and trial and error. Each
student has their own scale and student kit, which includes pawns and numbered cubes.
By the end of the unit, third raders will be able to solve 2(3x+1)= x+ 22!!!
Fourth Grade
The fourth grade has been very busy in reader’s workshop. The students have been
reading complex texts and have been enthusiastically working in book clubs. In writing,
the classes just wrapped up their poetry projects and started a new unit in writing; where
they are learning to write more descriptive fiction stories. In science students have been
learning how to use microscopes and magnifying lenses. All of the students worked very
hard on the MAP test and should be commended for working towards achieving their
goals. Special Friends Day was a success! The visitors enjoyed watching the students
put on Reader’s Theatre plays as well as helping their student write poems.
Fifth Grade
Fifth graders started their study of archetypes and allegory by studying fairytales, myths,
and folk tales. This unit has been very exciting so far and they are looking forward to
continuing in reading workshop. In writing we have started our fictional writing unit using
all of our skills from reading workshop to craft amazing stories. In social studies we
traveled to Washington DC to experience the museums of the Smithsonian Institution.
Running and Walking Club
Glenwood’s Running and Walking Club is in full swing.
The club started up for the
spring season and will commence the first week in June. The group consists of 32 fourth
and fifth grade students, several parent volunteers, and group leader Angel Barry, fourth
grade teacher. The group meets for an hour every Thursday after school. The mission of
the club is to promote healthy habits and have fun while exercising. The students keep
track of their laps completed and then convert their laps into mile. Every eight laps
around the playground loop equal a mile. This is the clubs seventh season and has been
well received by all participants.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students at Indian Lane have been taking surveys, organizing, graphing,
and interpreting data! They graphed their favorite character in The Little Red Hen, their
eye color, and a yummy food. Students looked at many different attributes (size, shape,
color) to sort objects. Kindergarten students used math vocabulary (most, least, same,
and how many more) to discuss their results. Students also counted by 1's, 2's, and 5's
while interpreting the data!
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First Grade
First grade at Indian Lane has been busy with a study of organisms during science. The
students began the study by visiting the Delaware Museum of Natural History. On this
trip the students were introduced to arthropods and mollusks on a guided tour with
lessons about these animals. Back at school the students began by planting four different
seeds: kidney beans, peas, sunflowers, and pumpkins. The students learned about the
seed coat, plant food and new plant inside the seed. They observed as the seed
sprouted roots and began to sprout. The students took the young plants home to be
transplanted. As they were learning about the emerging plants, the students were also
learning about plants that had already been established. Small groups observed two
woodland plants: tree seedlings and moss and two freshwater plans: elodea and
cabomba. The students recorded their observations and noted similarities and
differences. Small groups also observed freshwater animals: freshwater snails and male
and female guppies and woodland animals; pill bugs and millipedes. The students
recorded their observations and similarities and differences among the living things. The
students will conclude the study of organisms by observing the habitats and recording
changes over the next week or two. They will then travel to the Philadelphia Zoo to
conclude the study.
Second Grade
In Reading Workshop, the children defined, created, and revised their inferences as
needed. Revising is often called upon when text reading warrants new, or modified,
thinking. The children also revisited earlier predictions and questions as their new reading
provided answers and supported inferences. They also distinguished between making
inferences based upon a character’s appearance and their personality traits. In Writing
Workshop, the children are being immersed in poetry! This includes writing their own
prose, as well. For example, each child wrote a sensory poem based upon a sensory
experience. Of course, they had to take some time to write about their fabulous mothers.
In Math, the children have been solving addition and subtraction problems, both with and
without regrouping. In Social Studies, we celebrated Earth Day and created our own
Earth Day pledge. Along with our Native American studies, the children observed their
own caterpillar as it explored its temporary habitat. With the caterpillars placed upon their
desks, each child had a front row seat to the miraculous changes occurring as their
caterpillar went through metamorphosis. The children then waved goodbye to their friend
as it flew away to its new home in our beautiful courtyard.
Third Grade
Third grade has had a busy month. We have been working on division with and without
remainders along with problem solving in math. The students have been using
manipulatives to figure out how many in each group and how many leftovers
(remainders). We will be working on telling time to the nearest five minutes along with
elapsed time for the next week. Our culminating reading/research project is
underway. Our biography presentation is a highlight of the year. Each student chose a
famous person to research who has made a mark on the world in some way. They are
reading books, researching information, creating poetry, designing paper dolls, and
displaying their work in report/poster form in our hallways. Then, they will write and
memorize a speech to present to our parents as they dress up in costume.
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For grandparents/special friends' day, the students presented a reader's theater play
entitled We Are The Planets. As part of our solar system unit, the reader's theater play
taught the students important facts about all of the planets. It also helped us to practice
fluency, expression, and, of course, our acting skills.
Fifth Grade
In fifth grade the four classes participated in learning about trees and the actual planting
of four trees as a fifth grade gift to the school. Mr. Wade, a fifth grade parent and arborist,
donated the trees and taught the students about proper care for tree planting. Mr. Pinto’s
fifth grade class paid a visit to City Team this month. Donations of clothing and food
collected by our school were delivered. Each year in connection with our anti-drug and
alcohol curriculum, students have the opportunity to see City Team in operation. Indian
Lane has supported City Team since 1992.
AGP
Third grade AGP students are working on their Alternative Energy Unit. They have
finished up researching five alternative energy sources and making a multi-video
presentation arguing for which source is most practical and beneficial for use throughout
the United States. The students are looking forward to their class trip to the SAP building
in May. Fourth grade AGP students experienced an amazing field trip to Ellis Island.
Many of the AGP students’ parents were able to attend the trip which made it that much
better. They students are still making connections to the trip in the classroom which has
made this unit of study that much more enjoyable and relevant for the children. Fifth
grade AGP students are preparing for their visit to Goddard Space Center. They are
creating their own mission patches and researching various NASA astronaut positions.
They are preparing for an upcoming NASA mission simulation with the other elementary
schools.
Run the Lane
The staff at Indian Lane is coordinating the annual PTG 5k Run the Lane event. This is a
fun race for all! Run or walk your way through the streets around Indian Lane Elementary
School with proceeds benefitting the NK Smiles Scholarship Fund at Penncrest High
School. CASH Prizes for first place (M/F), great prizes for top finishers in many
categories and refreshments follow the race, along with entertainment for the kids with a
Moon Bounce, face painting and more.
You can go directly to the website:
www.runthelane.com to register or get more information. Pictures of the event will also
be posted.
Grandparents’/Special Friends Day
Our ever popular Grandparents and Special Friends day was held. This ever-popular
event showcased our school in a way that grandparents don’t normally get to see. Over
450 visitors spent more than an hour in the classroom with their grandchild and each
teacher had something different planned to “wow” them.
Reading Olympics
Indian Lane's two Reading Olympics teams did an amazing job at Haverford High School
and brought home blue ribbons for their efforts. Lots of parents were on hand to cheer
them on as the students answered challenging questions about books they had been
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reading since last September. Congratulations to our teams:
“Reading Warriors”
“Reading Ninjas” and
PSSA Wrap-up
We have wrapped up PSSA testing and our students did their best at Indian Lane.
Coordinated by Response to Instruction and Intervention teacher, Martha Phillips and
Counselor, Jessica Hilden, students in grades 3-5 have taken tests in reading and math,
grade four in Science, and grade five in Writing. In celebration of their hard work, Mr.
Bennett provided all the students with extra recess upon completion of these tests.
Poetry Café
Our Librarian, Tracy Hatton, coordinated Indian Lane's first Poetry Cafe. With nearly 300
parents and visitors attending, the event was very well received and a lot of fun. The
students did a wonderful job selecting their poems, practicing at home and school, and
presenting them at the Poetry Cafe. It was great to see their excitement for their poem(s)
of choice, as well as their willingness to stand before an audience and share them.
Please check out the pictures on Indian Lane's website when you have a chance.
EnviroChallenge
The ninth annual EnviroChallenge competition for RTM fifth graders was held at Ridley
Creek State Park. Under cloudy skies and only the briefest of showers, twelve teams from
the four elementary schools tried their hardest to answer questions in Environmental
Science. Members of the award-winning Penncrest Envirothon team supervised testing
stations covering topics such as Wildlife, Aquatics, Forestry, Soils, and Alternative Energy
Sources. At the end of the day, three teams won medals for first, second and third place
overall. Teams also won ribbons for placing in the top three at each station. Two Indian
Lane teams finished fourth and fifth overall, the highest places ever for Indian Lane.
Penncrest teachers Mark Samilenko and Chrissa Kuntz, who also coach the Envirothon
team, supervised the activity, while elementary teachers Anthony Grisillo, Julie
Denton, Marianne Whiteman, Dennis Smyth, and David Woods provided encouragement
for the teams.
DIBELS and MAP Testing
Spring DIBELS testing is taking place to measure recognized and empirically validated
skills related to reading outcomes. Each measure has been thoroughly researched and
demonstrated to be reliable and valid indicators of early literacy development and
predictive of later reading proficiency to aid in the early identification of students who are
not progressing as expected. When used as recommended, the results can be used to
evaluate individual student development as well as provide grade-level feedback toward
validated instructional objectives. MAPS testing also began and will provide detailed,
actionable data about where each child is in their unique learning path. This computerguided assessment adapts to a student’s response as they take the test. Answer a
question correctly and the test presents a more challenging item. Answer incorrectly, and
MAP offers a simpler item.
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
The teachers and staff members were very appreciative of the week-long events planned
by our PTG to show their appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week. A pancake
breakfast on Monday and an enormous luncheon on Wednesday, complete with a raffle,
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were some of the treats the staff members were treated to. Indian Lane has a very large
and supportive PTG and the teachers and staff appreciates the things they do to make
our school a wonderful learning environment.
Book Fair begins
For the first time, Indian Lane is offering a BOGO (Buy One, Get One FREE) Spring book
fair by Scholastic! Students will have the opportunity to pick out books at a "just right"
level that interest them - a perfect combination for summer reading. This year, parents
were able to shop the BOGO Book Fair Online and get all the same savings from the
convenience of their home! Orders will be delivered to Indian Lane about a week after
the close of the online book fair.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Variety Show
Our annual Variety Show, sponsored by the PTG, was held at Penncrest High School.
Emcees Susan Howe (RTII) and Evan O’Neill (grade 5) were highly entertaining as they
guided us through the show. A range of individual and group acts made the evening lively
and fun. Special thanks to parent Regina Pearse who has chaired this event for many
years.
Art Show
Every Media student had at least one example of their wonderful work in our Art Show.
Drawings, clay pieces, collage, and paintings were displayed in an attractive way. Guests
were treated to snacks and a gallery guide as an enhancement to the show itself. This
event could not have happened without our wonderful parent volunteers.
Common Core
Mrs. Kotch, along with her e-team colleagues, attended a workshop about the common
core standards at The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. Information presented will
help us focus on changes that are on the horizon.
Town Meeting
Superintendent Wigo held a “Town Meeting” at Media Elementary School to update
parents on the Media project. A summary of the meeting was posted on our web site and
on Media.Patch.com. A meeting with officials from Media Borough, architects, and
engineers was held at Media School. Planning for the project is going smoothly. The
entire third floor, including the library, has been closed as an appropriate response to
voiced parental concerns. Some adjustments have been made with regard to special
events and programs.
Media High 50th Reunion
Grace Eves and Maria Kotch joined a group from The Media High School Class of ’62 for
their 50th reunion. Jim Cunningham organized the reunion that featured a tour of Media
School. Many of the folks had not been in “Media High” since graduation. They were
pleased to see that some aspects of the school have remained the same and they were,
obviously, very pleased to be together again.
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First Grade Fun
In May, first graders at Media Elementary will have several opportunities within the
literacy block to participate in Reader’s Theater and short plays. This research based
reading activity will engage students in the most popular form of repeated guided reading.
Research demonstrates that Reader’s Theater provides readers with legitimate reason to
reread text and to practice fluency. Reader’s Theater also promotes cooperative
interaction with peers and makes the reading task appealing. Additionally, the acting out
of story dialogue compels readers to work more closely with the text to improve meaning;
as a result students show improvement in vocabulary, comprehension and retention. In
addition to studying theater this month, students will have the opportunity to see several
live productions, which will compliment this study. Students will see the production of
Charlotte’s Web at the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center. This trip has been
generously paid for by the PTG. The students will also travel to Penncrest High School to
see the production of Rumplestiltskin toward the end of the month.
Grade Two Update
Second grade students are nearing the end of their social studies biography unit.
Students have been busy researching several figures who made an important impact on
the world. Each child has selected a famous historical person and is preparing to present
their research at the Living History Museum. Second grade students did a fantastic job
presenting their poems at the Poetry Café. They presented to their classroom audience
as well as parents and other guests. Seed to Snack lessons continue to be a monthly
highlight for our children. In April, the students sampled a variety of sprouts. They tasted
individual samples of asparagus, pea and alfalfa sprouts. At the end of the lesson, they
were treated to a recipe of chopped asparagus with maple syrup. It was delicious.
Notes from Grade Three
Third grade students’ favorite time of year is here…our eggs arrived for our embryology
project. Each third grade class learned about the life cycle of a chick through the 4-H
sponsored Embryology project. Eggs arrived on May 14, and by May 21 our babies were
popping out of their shells ready to meet their third grade moms and dads. Students had a
few days to watch the chicks quickly changing from ugly, wet, babies, to fluffy little chicks.
Fourth Grade Report
In fourth grade, we have met several times with a resident artist (Claire Brill) to create a
clay tapestry project. The clay panels are inspired by pieces of fabric from other cultures.
The children chose experiments that featured the use of the scientific method and
displayed them for the entire school population to see. Parents were invited to view them
at the Science /Research Fair. We started our final unit in science on Ecosystems. The
children have worked in groups to make terraria and aquaria in order to observe the
interrelationships between living and nonliving things. We were very proud to have quite
a few of our students participate in the Reading Olympics competition. Each student had
to read at least 10 books and keep a journal about their reading. Fourth graders were
invited to The Media Courthouse to participate in Law Day. They enjoyed a tour and
participated in a mock trial. They reported the trip to be very informative.
Music, Music
The “Recess Ringers,” a hand chime group who rehearse at recess, have just concluded
their spring season. The organization totaled 24 and since the students had developed
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great skills in the fall, they were split into two performance groups for the spring. Half
prepared Rogers and Hammerstein’s Edelweiss and half Raindrop Prelude composed by
Frederic Chopin. In order to tackle this challenging repertoire, the school purchased an
additional octave set of chimes and the audience was treated to rich harmonies and
complex melodic patterns. Our Spring Concert was held the same evening as the Art
Show. The auditorium was packed with an appreciative audience. The music was
challenging and varied. All fifth graders participated as did The Mustang Chorale. Band
and orchestra also held their spring concerts this month. The Mustang Chorale also went
to Sunrise (a continuous care facility) to perform for the residents. Following their
performance, which happened to be on a gorgeous day, they had a picnic in Glen
Providence Park. It was a great opportunity for them to celebrate a great year of singing
together.
PSSA
PSSA testing was recently completed. This year the state chose to break up the various
subject tests (reading, math, writing, and science) which made the entire process longer.
We are currently administering MAP and SCAT tests and next week, we move on to
DIBELS. All of the data compiled is used to program appropriately for each student.
Guidance counselor, Patrick Murphy, did a great job of coordinating the PSSA testing and
Susan Howe did an equally great job with SCAT, MAP, and DIBELS.
Chess Tournament
Chess master, Dr. George Chressanthis, planned our second annual Chess Tournament.
Superintendent, James Wigo, was invited to make the first move. Play went on into the
early evening. Fourth grader Alex Roberts was the first place winner. Susan Howe
sponsors our Chess Club.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Our teachers enjoyed a luncheon and many special treats during Teacher Appreciation
Week. Mrs. Kotch received many emails and “Pause for Praise” from parents
commending our excellent staff on their hard work.
Fifth Grade Fun Night
Parents from each of our four elementary schools plan a night when all fifth graders can
get to know each other. For the last few years, the event has been held at The Rocky Run
YMCA. A good time was had by all. Our PTG is very active at this time of year. In
addition to all the a activities already mentioned, they helped with spring photos, held
dining out nights at Pinocchio’s, Temaki and Rita’s, and sponsored a family fun night at
Oasis. They are a great group that seems to never rest. We appreciate everything they do
for us.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
During the week of May 7, Rose Tree held its Blue Ribbon Celebration. The week kicked
off with a visit from Congressman Patrick Meehan. He toured the school with a group of
students who told him all about our school. Then, he spoke with the entire student body
and answered questions from our students. The event ended with a school-wide clap out
for Mr. Meehan and our Board Members, Mr. Barry and Ms. Schneider, who attended the
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program. On May 8, the school was filled with various members of the community who
read to classrooms and responded to questions from students. May 9 was the formal
celebration. Many students participated in the program and featured speakers were Ms.
Aba Kumi from the US Department of Education, Dr. Kerr and Mr. Wigo. The ceremony
was followed by a luncheon for our guests, served in our library. Thursday was a Funday for students and staff. The days’ activities ended with a school-wide blue ice social.
It was a terrific week to celebrate the hard work of the entire community.
The Blue Ribbon Art Exhibit went on display at the Delaware County Courthouse. The
County Council recognized Rose Tree Elementary with a proclamation presented at our
Blue Ribbon Ceremony. They also recognized our amazing artists at their monthly
meeting.
First Grade
First grade has been busy with guppies, pill bugs, millipedes and snails! Our organism
unit has been hands-on and very informative. We have learned how to use hand lens
and make scientific observations. Our trip to the Delaware Museum of Natural History
complimented our unit of study! We enjoyed hosting our grandparents and special
friends, interviewing them about their school days and we learned that while some things
are different, much has stayed the same; school is a great place to learn!
Third Grade
The Third Grade has completed another successful year studying Embryology. Students
cared for chicken eggs in classroom incubators, learning about the conditions for embryos
to develop and thrive. They learned about the different parts of an egg and its function
in the development of the embryo. After the twenty-first day, students were able to watch
six different varieties of chicks successfully hatch. Finally, students were able to care for
the chicks by setting up the brooder and observing these cute and fluffy friends. After a
few days, the chicks were returned to the 4-H Farm. Each student was very proud to be a
part of this wonderful unit of study.
Fifth Grade
Fifth grade students at Rose Tree Elementary School were hard at work last month
refining their use of figurative language, and applying it to poetry. During their writing
workshop classes, Students wrote, revised, and shared traditional poetry like haiku,
cinquain, and free verse. Their final poem related to the Blue Ribbon Celebration held at
Rose Tree. The students submitted poems with the theme, “What is Blue?” to the school’s
poetry contest. The winners in fifth grade were Lee Feinman, Nathaniel Lemisch, and
Bryn McLaughlin.
Library
Students continued to practice information literacy skills which include thinking critically,
making informed decisions and sharing knowledge. In celebration of poetry month,
students created original poetry such as free verse, acrostic and cinquain. The fifth grade
reading Olympics team competed in the Delaware County Reading Olympics Competition
at Haverford High School and won a first place blue ribbon.
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Guidance
After wrapping up all the PSSA testing at the end of April, May was devoted to
coordinating the spring round of MAP testing for Grades two through five. The Guidance
Counselor also worked with the Music teacher to facilitate a No Place for Hate "twist" for
our annual Chorus Concert. Students on their own or with their family members were
invited to write pieces that reflected No Place for Hate themes of showing respect for and
acceptance of differences in all people and to show a greater tolerance towards one
another. Selected pieces were incorporated into the concert by having the authors read
their submissions in between the musical selections at the concert. The musical
selections focused on respect, friendship and optimism for the future. It was a wonderful
night as students from Kindergarten through fifth grade, and some of their family
members, participated by sharing their ideas. Developmental Guidance lessons for the
end of the year focused on aspects of cyber-bullying. Students learned what cyberbullying is and what to do if they are ever involved in a cyber-bullying situation. In fifth
grade students also learned about what a bystander is and about what a bystander does
that makes the situation worse or what a bystander can do to make as situation better.
Spring Art Show and Concert
RTES held its annual art show and concert. The event was extremely well attended and
the entire school was filled with wonderful art exhibits. Fifth grade students performed in
their chorus. The Rose Tree Rumble and Hand Chime Choirs also performed. As
always, it was an outstanding performance.
Community Events:
Strawberry Festival, we held our annual Strawberry Fest. Due to the hard work of cochairs, Mrs. Deneen Calloway and Ms. Ramona Walsh and their terrific committee, it was
a rousing success. A great time was had by all!
Young Author’s Awards
Two Rose Tree Students, Bryn McLaughlin in fifth grade and Gina Facciolo in second
grade, were selected as Young Author winners. They were recognized at a celebration at
Northly High School in Aston.
Making a Difference Awards
The Local Task Force for the Right to Education recently named several RTE staff and
one of our students as winners of Making a Difference Awards. These go to second
grader Sarah Bonhage and our school nurse, Kathy Johnson. Mr. Shortall, one of our
custodians was named a Hero to Education.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
The following students were honored at the May PTG Meeting as Students of the Month
for April 2012 - Ciara Casey and Steven Nolan and May Students of the Month - Cali
Holber and Michael Murphy.
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Art
Ms. Sycz's sixth grade students are now sculpting a bird in this clay unit. This lesson
allows students to compare and contrast with the previous drawing lesson of drawing a
bird using shapes as compared to now using form. Grade seven students are finished
sculpting their clay head form which show some type of head covering. The type of hat
sculpted will emphasize the character created. Students must look and think outside of
the classroom for inspiration for the type of hat that they want to create. Some of the
seventh grade students have begun to paint their figures which will help to create an eye
catching sculpture. Eighth grade students have finished sculpting the human figure
showing mastery of some basic clay techniques. Much problem solving was used during
this time. Students are now incorporating color theory as they paint their figures.
Mrs. Going's eight graders are completing an extensive study of the art of the Illuminated
Manuscript. They will finish with a final assessment requiring an analysis of their work. On
to the Renaissance and a Bass Relief. While some move to ceramics, other eight grade
classes are completing a unit on Renaissance and the study of the Pieta by Michelangelo.
Sculptures will be fired and finished with acrylic paint. These students will then go back in
history to the Middle Ages and begin a final unit on the art of the Manuscript and lettering.
Seventh grades continue with the art of lettering and now transition into using their skills
and knowledge of linear perspective to develop their flat letters into three dimensional
letters. Sixth grades complete a very extensive unit on the Chinese Zodiac by adding a
print to their painting as well as designing an original piece using only their printing plates.
Mrs. Prior's sixth grade students are learning the fundamentals of hand building with clay.
Students are creating various styles of buildings from skyscrapers, to cottages, to African
huts. Seventh grade students have been inspired to make clay sculptures of food by
looking at the works of Pop artist, Claes Oldenberg. Look for sushi, steak dinners,
spaghetti and meatballs, desserts, and more at our art show. Eighth grade students are
working diligently to finish their clay sculptures. They have been sculpting heads, arms,
and clothing to bring the creatures to life. Short clips have been shown to help them see
how artists sculpt features such as the head. Seventh grader Julianna Bakker won first
prize in the “Bark for Life” poster contest.
Guidance
The guidance counselors have been giving tours and informational sessions to
prospective new students and parents. We have arranged shadowing for ten prospective
new students who spent a day visiting Springton Lake. The peer tutoring club had thirtyeight participants during the third marking period. During REP, those students who need
help in a particular subject are paired with a student tutor. The counselors have assisted
administration with discipline and behavior issues that arise with students. This included
meeting with students, parents, and administration. The fifth grade learning support
classrooms visited Springton Lake for a tour and an informal question and answer
session with current sixth graders. The guidance department worked with administration
and the student council to plan a June 4, Spirit Day.
Library
The Spring 2012 Book Fair was held during the first week of the month. Using
Jabberwocky Books for Kids as its vendor, the week-long book fair was open every day
during school hours, two nights for additional evening hours. Students visited the library
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with their Language Arts classes to view the large collection of carefully selected awardwinning and highly recognized titles for middle school grades. Included with the collection
were the seventh, eighth, and ninth grade summer reading books and many students took
advantage of the opportunity to purchase those books now.
Many teachers have been bringing their classes to the library to fit in one more research
project before the end of the year. Mr. Krugler brought his eighth grade Social Studies
class to work on the Medieval/Renaissance Historical Figure Project. To help focus and
guide their research, students have been using a LibGuide created by Mrs. Brashers
about those topics. The LibGuide is a website that includes databases, websites, book
titles, videos, and more to help guide the students through the research process. Mr.
Lazarow’s eighth grade Science class has also been using a LibGuide created by Mrs.
Brashers about Weather Data. With all these big research projects, the library
computers, including the laptop cart, have been in constant use by classes of all grade
levels and subjects. Mrs. Brashers continues to read to Mrs. Hemenway’s students in her
life skills class on a weekly basis. The students selected to be read Jeanne DuPrau’s
The City of Ember, an ALA Notable Book.
Math
We are continuing the study of geometry by completing Chapter 11, Measuring Length
and Area. Students develop and use formulas for the area of triangles, parallelograms,
trapezoids, and other polygons. They use ratios to find areas of similar polygons, and
they use ratios of areas to find missing lengths in similar figures. Students explore circles,
relating arc lengths and circumferences to areas of sectors, and they develop and use a
formula for the area of a regular polygon. Finally, students use lengths of segments and
areas of regions to calculate probabilities.
Eighth grade students studied quadratic equations. Students learned of examples of
quadratic equations in the world around them and how to write, solve and graph quadratic
equations. This is a prerequisite skill for high school algebra. Students have also
continued with a problem-of-the-day. These problems have practiced previously-learned
algebraic skills. This work, becoming prepared for high school algebra, has been informed
by reports from the high school math department as facilitated by Education Center staff.
Our seventh grade students are working on a unit on integers called Accentuate the
Negative. In this unit, they practiced dealing with positive and negative numbers by using
red and chips (representing negative and positive number pairs) and number lines.
Students were introduced to the distributive property—a property that will become very
useful next year.
Our accelerated seventh graders practiced with quadratic equations and were introduced
to examples of them in real-world situations. They practiced writing, solving, and
graphing quadratic equations.
Sixth Grade
The sixth grade heterogeneous students began investigating two-dimensional geometry
in the unit Covering and Surrounding. In this unit, students developed strategies for
finding areas and perimeters of rectangles, triangles, parallelograms, circles, and
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compound shapes. Students analyzed how the area of a triangle and the area of a
parallelogram are related to the area of a rectangle.
The sixth grade accelerated students began investigating three-dimensional geometry in
the unit Filling and Wrapping. Students explored patterns among the volumes of
rectangular prisms and cylinders. They also designed and used nets to visualize and
calculate surface areas of cylinders and prisms. Finally, students used surface area and
volume to solve a variety of real-world problems.
Music
Eighth grade general music students are involved in the study of jazz styles including bebop, cool jazz, and hard bop. They successfully played the famous “Blue Monk” on the
piano keyboard, and are now observing those cool jazz elements in the Broadway
musical “West Side Story.” Seventh grade general music students continue to explore
the elements of jazz with the swing and the big band sound. Notable musicians include
the works of Dizzy Gillespie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, and Glen Miller. Students
in sixth grade general music are studying the roots of jazz with African rhythms and
authentic instrumentation. They will next investigate ragtime style and the life of Scott
Joplin, and early jazz greats such as Louis Armstrong and Bessie Smith. The SLMS
Honor Strings and SLMS Select Chorus recently played to rave reviews for the residents
and guests at Granite Farms Estates.
Concert season opened in May with the Seventh Grade Chorus and Select Chorus
presenting songs connected with “Beatlemania” while the Eighth Grade Chorus and
Select Chorus celebrated “The Journey.” Our orchestras and bands were showcased in
the middle of our performance schedule; Sixth Grade Chorus concluded with its
performance of “It’s A Jungle Out There.” Over 650 musicians were involved in our
concerts this month. Many of these performers also competed in an adjudication festival
at Hershey Park. The SLMS Choirs participated with the Penncrest Choirs and
elementary choruses at the luminaria ceremony for the Relay for Life event, held in
memory of those who fought and those who continue to battle cancer.
Science
Sixth grade students will be studying interactions among organisms. They will learn to
identify a variety of symbiotic relationships. They will create food chains and food webs
for organisms in a variety of ecosystems. Students will determine the effects on an
ecosystem when populations within the ecosystem increase or decrease.
Seventh grade science turns its focus to Sir Isaac Newton and his three laws of motion.
Investigations within the lab include; Inertia Olympic activities, importance of wearing a
seatbelt in car, determining the mass and calculating the force of Newton's on various
objects, and action/reaction on the movement of the cannon car. Potential and Kinetic
energy is introduced by studying the motion of different masses traveling down a zip line.
Eight grade science now begins to move away from chemistry and begins to look at
environmental issues. We are studying weather and climate change and how chemicals
that enter our environment might be responsible for some climate changes. This topic
blends most of the topics we have covered this year such as density, changing states of
matter, solutions and chemical reactions.
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Social Studies
The sixth grade students have investigated the causes of World War II, the major battles,
the Holocaust, and the lasting effects of the war. Making an emotional connection with
stories of Holocaust survivors such as Elie Weisel, the students have created poems
reflecting on the effects of this sad chapter in history. In addition, the students will have an
opportunity to visit with a Holocaust survivor for the second year in a row.
The seventh students have finished their study of the Civil War by creating a timeline of
events leading to Appomattox and the Emancipation. The students are currently
investigating the Reconstruction Era. In addition, many students recently attended Law
Day celebrations at the Delaware County Courthouse.
Eighth grade social studies classes have studied the European Middle Ages specifically
exploring the Code of Chivalry, William and the Conqueror and the Bubonic Plague. Tom
Synder's Decisions, Decisions, Feudalism program was used by the students to develop
critical thinking skills and further enhance their understanding of the Middle Ages. In
addition, some students experienced a day in 10th century Cordoba Spain, a rare multicultural society at this time in history, and a center of trade and learning.
World Language
Springton's best of the best language students were honored at Penncrest High School's
annual Fête. Both French and Spanish district contest winners were recognized for their
talents, hard work, and achievements.
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Mock Crash Event
This month, all seniors and selected juniors got a first-hand glimpse of the tragic
consequences resulting from alcohol and drug use while driving. Thanks to a grant from
State Farm Insurance, Penncrest High School and Riddle Memorial Hospital's community
outreach program staged a mock car crash on the campus. On the scene was FOX29
Sportscaster Tom Sredenschek (a 1981 Penncrest graduate) and Traffic Anchor for the
Tango Traffic network Stephanie Humphrey, who reported the accident in real-time to
create an even more powerful scene for the students. Riddle Hospital and Media EMT
crews worked frantically with other community response teams, PA State Police, and
Township police officers as the “911 call” went out. Responders had full gear and actual
equipment used at accident scenes to extract the victims.
Students watched their classmates, along with adult actors from The Media Theatre,
assume the roles of drivers, passengers and parents. A team of Penncrest students
assisted in the organization, filming, sound, and stage setup for the day. The actors were
Jessie Orcutt, Joe Howe-Consiglio, Jacque Cadorette, Jaclyn Miley, Brittney Johnson,
Steven Kreider, Evan Del Casale, Molly Lawrence, Billy Ankrum, and Becca Duross.
Penncrest students participating as actors, tech crew, and the welcome committee are all
members of the HCI-Optimist Club and SADD. Other supporting groups/individuals
included DJ Sound and Lighting, Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, RTMSD
maintenance and operations department, Penncrest custodial staff, Penncrest faculty and
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administration, fire companies from Lima, Middletown, and Lenni, Pennsylvania State
Police, Media Borough Police, Upper Providence Police, Delaware County Coroner’s
Office, and Dean Keyes Towing.
Following the outdoor segment, the Cruisin’ Not Boozin’ Program of Bryn Mawr Rehab
Hospital sponsored an indoor presentation by an actual accident victim who shared his
story of bad decisions, consequences, injury, and recovery. State Farm Insurance
Company, Riddle Hospital, and Rose Tree Media School District have collaborated on
this unique model for the past five years.
Children’s Theatre
Penncrest's Drama group, Emanon, presented this year's Children's Theater production,
Rumpelstiltskin, in May. The family-friendly adaptation of the classic tale, written by Sally
Netzel and directed by Mr. Chris Grouzes, entertained audiences with humor and highcaliber acting. This year, Emanon and Mr. Craig Snyder's AP Music Theory class teamed
up to create Penncrest's first play with original music, written and performed by Penncrest
students. With a cast of eight very talented actors and the collaboration of over 65
Penncrest students, Rumpelstiltskin was a prime example of what gives Penncrest its
stellar fine arts reputation.
Senior Prom
The Senior Prom was held this month at the Drexelbrook Grand Ballroom in Drexel Hill.
This year’s theme song was "Yellow” by Coldplay. Over three hundred eighty students
enjoyed a delicious buffet meal and ice cream sundae bar then danced the night away at
the elegant venue.
AP Exams
The guidance department conducted AP exams during May. This year, 530 exams were
administered to students in grades ten through twelve, an increase of nearly 14% over the
previous year. Subjects ranged from English language and composition to sciences to
world languages and music theory.
Lion's Paw Society
Each spring the Penncrest faculty nominates for membership in our Lion's Paw Society
sophomores who are members in good standing of the rising junior class and who meet
the following criteria: 1) pride in self; 2) pride in school; 3) savoir faire; and 4) good oral
communication skills. Approximately 30 students were nominated this month. Members
of this service organization are called upon throughout the year to provide assistance with
a number of PHS programs such as Back-To-School night, the Senior Citizen's luncheon,
and similar events.
TV Production News
Two Penncrest High School film students were honored at this year’s Greenfield Youth
Film Festival.
Caroline Weathers, grade 9, was honored with an award in
cinematography for her work on her experimental short film titled “Sky Stories.” Zakiyus
Hardy, grade 10, was honored with an award in sound design for his work on his
animated short titled “Dot-Way.” For the second consecutive year, Penncrest students
have been invited to the prestigious Greenfield Youth Film Festival (GYFF). The
competition included three categories: narrative, documentary, and experimental. The
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GYFF was established in 2008 as a partnership between the School District of Upper
Dublin and the Greenfield Foundation. The festival provides a unique forum for young
filmmakers to collaborate, create, and showcase their work including a daylong academic
workshop and an Oscars-style awards night. Students have the opportunity to work with
University-level instructors as well as seasoned industry professionals. With a focus on
nurturing the creative growth of the Philadelphia region’s young talent, the GYFF aims to
explore and share each student’s voice through the art of filmmaking.
Social Studies Department News
Juniors Lauren Berlin and Chloe Boudazin placed in the top six within their category at
the state-level National History Day Competition with their documentary entitled "Roe v
Wade: The Case That Shaped America." The students were the first in recent Penncrest
history to have made the state's run-off round and to have placed in the top six of their
designated category. The two-day state competition was held in Mechanicsburg, PA.
Science Department News
Penncrest’s Science Olympiad team recently competed in the state tournament placing
third. The competition marked the team’s 11th appearance at the state tournament. The
Penncrest Envirothon team competed at the County Championships recently. Our gold
team placed first with our red team placing second. The gold team will now move on to
the state championships.
Health and PE Department News
Twenty-five percent of the class of 2012 met the physical education department's
challenge and ran their "personal best" mile during this school year. The department
wishes all of the class of 2012 a healthy future that includes fitness.
Science Department News
Penncrest’s Science Olympiad team recently competed in the state tournament placing
third. The competition marked the team’s 11th appearance at the state tournament. The
Penncrest Envirothon team competed at the County Championships recently. Our gold
team placed first with our red team placing second. The gold team will now move on to
the state championships.
Music Department News
This month, the Penncrest Bands participated in the WorldStrides Heritage Music Festival
in Washington, D.C. The Penncrest Jazz Band received a Gold Rating, one of only two
given at the festival. The Penncrest Stage Band, Wind Ensemble, and Concert Band
each achieved a Silver Rating. The Concert Band and Jazz Band also received special
Adjudicators’ Awards, which are given to groups who judges feel performed at a
significant level of achievement. The Penncrest Jazz Band received the Overall
Outstanding Instrumental Group Award for the entire festival. In addition, Penncrest
received the Instrumental Sweepstakes Award for earning the highest combined score for
all ensembles. Freshman alto saxophonist Stephen Yee and sophomore guitarist Ethan
Fein each received Outstanding Musician Awards for their improvisation work.
Since 1980, Heritage festivals have been providing performance and national rating
opportunities for student musicians that attract and spotlight the best directors, students,
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and adjudicators in the country. This year’s Washington, D.C. festival involved schools
from as far away as Canada, North Dakota, and the Caribbean.
This month has been quite busy for the Penncrest choirs and the students have proudly
represented the school at every venue. The group traveled to Boston to compete in an
international choral competition where they received a first place “excellent” rating for
their performance and were invited as the only choir to perform for all of the groups at the
awards ceremony. While in Boston, the students mixed their time touring historic sites
with performing flash mob concerts at Quincy Market, the JFK Library, and Fenway Park receiving applause and praise from both Bostonians and tourists who loved the
impromptu concerts. They also attended evening shows featuring The Blue Man Group
and Sheer Madness.
The choirs also turned in another amazing performance on home turf at their spring
concert. The event was well attended and the students showcased their abilities to sing
classical pieces in Latin and in French as well as contemporary a cappella pieces.
Whether they performed in small groups or all together, 80-strong, every voice blended.
The evening ended with the audience clapping and singing along to "Lean on Me."
All of our ensemble directors - Sherre Gaertner (choir), Toni Lyons (orchestra), and Craig
Snyder (band) - invite members of our Board of School Directors to attend their concerts.
Events are posted on Penncrest’s web calendar. If you plan to attend, please contact the
ensemble director so we can recognize you at the concert. Thank you for your support of
the music programs at Penncrest.
World Language News
Nineteen Penncrest students were recognized for their achievement in the National
Spanish Exam. Special congratulations to Dean Ward (Spanish III) who earned a gold
medal. Fifteen Penncrest students were recognized for their achievement on the National
French Exam. Special congratulations to Alison Neuman who placed first in the French II
exam. Winners were honored at a special ceremony at Chestnut Hill College.
Thirty-nine Mandarin Chinese students scored 90% or higher on the YCT, International
Chinese proficiency test. The following students scored a perfect 100%: Emma
Sniegowski , Sophia McNerney, Craig Whitney, Peter O'Donnell, Andrew LeCours, Peter
Coote, Maya Yee, and Jeany Cheung.
AP French and AP Spanish students participated in oral proficiency interviews during
May. Modern language professors from local universities sat down one-to-one with
students to assess their oral level providing both the students and the RTM program with
valuable feedback.
District World Language contest winners and new World Language Honors Club
members were honored at the annual World Language Fête this month.
Relay For Life
The fifth annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life, "ROAR FOR THE CURE," took
place this month at the Penncrest High School Stadium. Sixty teams from the Rose Tree
Media community walked in the fund-raising event. Cancer survivors and their caregivers
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participated in an opening lap followed by a reception in their honor. This year, Fox 29’s,
Sue Serio, was the special guest speaker.
The Penncrest choirs added song to the event during the beautiful Luminaria Ceremony
in honor of those battling cancer and in memoriam for loved ones lost. The full choir was
joined by students from our middle and elementary schools to entertain participants and
support the cause.
History Honor Society
This month, Penncrest's local History Honor Society (Delta Mu Upsilon) received word
that our application to the National Council of the Social Studies has been accepted for
membership to Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society. The mission and
purposes of this organization are as follows: to promote scholarship and recognize
academic excellence in social studies among high school students, to provide through its
local chapters opportunities for exploration in the social studies in secondary school
environments and the community and to encourage interest in, understanding of, and
appreciation for the social studies. Graduating History Honor Society members will be
honored with recognition to this prestigious society on June 7.
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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.”
April 26, 2012
May 8, 2012
May 24, 2012
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 June 28, 2012, at Penncrest High
School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
Presidential Announcement
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Dr. Angela Gilbert, Director of Teaching and Learning
Elementary, retirement effective September 17, 2012.
Background
Dr. Gilbert joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 2006. Dr. Gilbert has spent 34 years in
public education serving as both teacher and
administrator in Maryland, Philadelphia and Rose
Tree Media. She is retiring after 6 years of dedicated
service to Rose Tree Media School District.
2.
Deanna Brown, English Teacher, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective June 14, 2012.
3.
Bridget Mason, German Teacher, Penncrest High
School, termination for abandonment of position
effective May 24, 2012.
4.
Sandra Goldman, Special Education Teacher,
Penncrest High School, retirement effective June 14,
2012.
Background
Ms. Goldman joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1986. She is retiring after 27 years
of dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School
District.
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Kathleen Hogan, Math Tutor, Media Elementary,
retirement effective June 12, 2012.
Background
Ms. Hogan joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 2005. She is retiring after 7 years of
dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Florence Grey, Support Staff I, Glenwood Elementary,
retirement effective June 12, 2012.
Background
Ms. Grey joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 1989. She is retiring after 23 years of
dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Lisa Sukanick, ESY Tutoring for Summer 2012 at the
rate of $45.00 per hour.
2.
Renee Smith, ESY Teacher for 2012 Summer School
at the rate of $111.00 per day. NOTE: Ms. Smith is
being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel to serve as Homebound Instructors for the
2012-2013 school year at the rate of $46.00 per hour:
3.
Kristin Connell
Josephine Dizon
4.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel to serve as Substitute Title I Summer
School Teachers for 2012 at the rate of $111.00 per
day:
Elizabeth Coulter
Terry Haskell
Santina Loveland Smith
Christine Maguire
Karen Maher
IX. New Business
Santina Loveland-Smith
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Claire McGeehan
Evan O’Neill
Julie Small
Andre Washington
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
5.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel to serve as Summer Enrichment Teachers
for RTM Summer School 2012 at the rate of $99.00
per day:
Danielle Brashers
Anthony Grisillo
Robin Heckman
Matthew Johnston
6.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Teachers at
the rate of $111.00 per day:
Jamie Bainbridge
Ben Danson
Jessica Levy
7.
b.
Algebra
Social Studies
Physical Education
Dr. Joyce Jeuell, Supervisor of Secondary Special
Education, effective July 1, 2012 at the annual salary
of $127,452. Dr. Jeuell is assigned to the Education
Center, this is a new position.
Non-Instructional
1.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel to serve as Summer Garage Help effective
June 18, 2012 at the rate of $12.00 per hour:
Sheila Baker
Anita Bloom
Marguerite Carletti
2.
IX. New Business
David Matthews
Amanda Morris
Sharon Prior
Diane Stern
Amy Zeigler
Diana Missimer-Claypole
David Moore
Nick Polidori
John Barbosa, Summer Maintenance for 2012
effective June 12, 2012 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
3.
Non-Instructional
3.
Lauren Newman, Interventionist, continuation of
position through June 8, 2012, at the rate of $25.00
per hour. Ms. Newman is assigned to the Educational
Resource Center.
4.
Kathy Cook, Summer School Secretary, at the rate of
$10.00 per hour.
General
a.
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Anjali DelPrato requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence for the purpose of child rearing
through the end of the first semester of the 2012-2013
school year.
2.
Kristine Acker requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence for the purpose of child rearing
through the end of the first semester of the 2012-2013
school year.
3.
Lotalinda Castro Anderson requests an extension of
her unpaid leave of absence for the purpose of child
rearing through the end of the first semester of the
2012-2013 school year.
4.
Andrea Seaner requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence for the purpose of child rearing
through the end of the 2012-2013 school year.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
IX. New Business
Winifred Host, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 20112012 school year. Ms. Host is assigned to Penncrest
High School.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
b.
c.
Supplemental Contracts
2.
Alicia Dougherty, Event Chaperone for the 2011-2012
school year at the rate of $42.50 per event. Ms.
Dougherty is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School.
3.
James Zervanos, (.7) Literary Magazine Sponsor at
the annual salary of $1,211.00. Mr. Zervanos is
assigned to Penncrest High School.
4.
Felicia Quinzi, (.3) Literary Magazine Sponsor at the
annual salary of $435.00. Ms. Quinzi is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
5.
Kimberly Benedict, Reading Club Sponsor, at the
annual salary of $580.00. Ms. Benedict is assigned to
Rose Tree Elementary.
6.
Caitlin Cocchi, Head Cheerleading Coach, Fall 2012,
at the annual salary of $3,915.00. Ms. Cocchi is
assigned to Penncrest High School. NOTE:Ms.
Cocchi is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
Other
1. Rescind appointment of Brian Kenney to a Summer
Maintenance position. Mr. Kenney will not be serving in
the position.
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Envirothon Club – Canadensis, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the Penncrest
High School Envirothon Club to attend training for the Canon
National Envirothon Competition, in Canadensis, PA.
Background
This training will take place on July 17-19, 2012. There is no cost
to the district for this trip.
2.
Penncrest High School Envirothon Club – Susquehanna University,
Selinsgrove, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the Penncrest
High School Envirothon Club to compete in the Canon National
Envirothon Competition, at Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove,
PA.
Background
This trip will take place on July 22-27, 2012. The cost to the district
is $200, which covers transportation.
3.
Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team – St. Joseph’s
University
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the Penncrest
High School Boys Basketball Team to attend basketball camp at St.
Joseph’s University.
Background
The Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team will attend the
basketball camp from August 3 – 5, 2012. There is no cost to the
district for this trip. Expenses paid by Boosters.
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IX.
New Business
C.
William Montgomery Resignation
Resolve, the Board of accept the resignation of William Montgomery as a
member of the Rose Tree Media Board of School Directors effective June
1, 2012.
Background
Mr. Montgomery has been a School Board Director since 1993. He
served as president in 1998 and 1999 and has been invaluable as
Chairman of the Operations Committee. Thank you, Mr. Montgomery, for
your years of service to the Rose Tree Media School District.
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IX.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Recommend the following bids be awarded in the categories
listed, such recommendation being the lowest bid received
from a responsible bidder, kind, quality and materials having
been considered.
Four bid openings were held this past month.
Recommendations for approval of the following bid results
are as follows:
a.
Glenwood Elementary School stage curtain to M.
Cramer & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $4,289.
This bid is $15, 911 under budget.
b.
Glenwood Elementary School Sealant replacement
and masonry repair to Mara Restoration in the
amount of $23,800. This bid is $30,400 under budget.
c.
Doors at various schools to Symphony Glass, Inc. in
the amount of $68,840. This bid is $8,940 over
budget.
d.
Penncrest masonry restoration phase II for the
auditorium and boiler room chimney to Premier
Building Restoration in the amount of $219,500. This
bid is $103,279 under budget.
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012,
Operations Committee meeting.
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B.
General
1.
School Specialty Contract
Resolve, that the Board approve the contract for School
Specialty in the amount of $5,082. The contract is for student
agendas for Penncrest High School Students.
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012, Finance
Committee meeting.
2.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public
School code section 609) when funds are not available for a
proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of
expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9)
months of the fiscal year by the board.
Resolve, that the Board approve the following budgetary
transfers:
FY 12-18 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Vehicle Servicing and maintenance
services - Supplies
$1,006.25
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Nonpublic Transportation - Supplies
$ 335.75
TO:
Vehicle Servicing and maintenance services –
New Equipment
$1,342.00
AMOUNT:
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for purchase of an additional
camera for the buses.
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012, Finance
Committee meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2012-2013 General Fund Budget
RESOLVE, that the School Board approve the 2012-2013
General Fund Budget in the amount of $80,305,101.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of School
Directors of the Rose Tree Media School District, Delaware
County, Pennsylvania, hereby authorize the appropriation
and expenditure of funds as itemized in said budget during
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012.
The necessary revenue for the same shall be provided by
1/2 of 1% real estate transfer tax and a $5 per capita tax
under both the Public School Code of 1949 and by the Local
Tax Enabling Act and a $10 Local Services Tax, all levied
and assessed for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, and
by a school tax on real estate which is hereby levied and
assessed at the rate of .226143 mills on the dollar on the
total amount of the assessed valuation on all property
taxable for school purposes in the Rose Tree Media School
District, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, or at the rate of
22.6143 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation of taxable
property.
Budget
2011-2012
Expenditures
Instructional
1000
Support Services
2000
25,067,291
25,236,040
Operation, Non-Instructional
Services
3000
1,411,813
1,515,246
Facilities Services
4000
0
0
Other Financing Services
5000
9,805,350
9,635,667
Totals
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$
Final
Budget 2012-2013
$
44,353,330
80,637,784
$
$
43,918,148
80,305,101
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X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2012 -13 General Fund Budget (continued)
Budget
2011-2012
Revenues
Local
6000
State
7000
9,923,162
11,298,577
Federal
8000
375,000
592,700
Sub Totals
$
$
76,001,508
$
$
$
80,637,784
66,314,685
78,205,962
2,099,139
4,636,276
Fund Balance
Totals
65,703,346
Final
Budget 2012-2013
$
80,305,101
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012, Finance
Committee meeting.
4.
Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve a resolution
establishing the Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion for Rose Tree
Media School District to be an assessment reduction of $9,230,
which equates to a reduction in property tax of $208.74 for each
approved homestead/farmstead. See Attachment A
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012, Finance
Committee meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
5.
Act 39 Performance Contract - Energy Savings Project
Resolve, that the Board approve an Act 39 performance
contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. in the amount of
$9,840,967.
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012 Finance
Committee Meeting.
6.
Official Intent - Reimbursement Regulation
Resolve, that the Board approve adopting an official intent to
reimburse the General Fund from bond proceeds for capital
expenditures in the event the expenditures are incurred for
the Energy Savings Project until such time the bond
proceeds are available. See Attachment B
Background
The District’s financial advisor, Ken Phillips, has
recommended adopting an official intent to reimburse the
General Fund acting by and through the Internal Revenue
Service Reimbursement Regulations. It might be necessary
for the General Fund to pay capital expenditures for the
Energy Project before the District receives bond proceeds
from the 2012 Bond.
7.
Springton Lake Middle School – Change Orders
Change Orders are acted upon in accordance with
Resolution 1997-98 – 124, as approved by the School Board
of Directors on April 23, 1998.
Resolve, the School Board approve change order number
AAC-01 in the amount of $18,000 to the abatement contract
with Sargent Enterprises, Inc. for the Springton Lake Middle
School project.
Background
This item was discussed at the May 8, 2012, Operations
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
8.
Media Little League
Resolve, that the Board approve the request by Media Little
League for a twenty five year lease for the ball field located
at Springton Lake Middle School upon final review by the
District’s solicitor.
Background
This was discussed at the May 8, 2012, Operations
Committee meeting.
9.
Mobilelease Modular Spaces, Inc. Contract
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Mobilease
Modular Spaces, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $375,000.
Approval is pending review by the District’s solicitor.
Background
It is necessary to relocate the students and staff members of
Media Elementary School for the 2012-2013 school year due
to repairs that must be completed during the 2012-2013
school year.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
10.
School Messenger Authorization
Resolve, that the Board approve the SchoolMessenger
Notifications Order Authorization with Preview between
School Messenger and the Rose Tree Media School District.
The authorization includes SchoolMessenger Complete,
Social Media Edition Package licensed for three thousand
seven hundred fifty (3,750) students for a one (1) year term
at a cost of two dollars ($2.00) per students. Total cost not to
exceed seven thousand five hundred dollars ($7,500). See
Attachments C and D
Background
The background for this Authorization was reviewed at the
Technology Committee meeting on May 8, 2012. Solicitor,
Tom Kelly, has reviewed and approved this Authorization.
11.
Contracts with Devereux
Resolve, that the Board approve three (3) contracts from
Devereux to provide ESY services for students with special
needs at the CBHS Mapleton Education Program. The cost
is $190.00 per day, for a total of $6,460.00 per student.
Background
The contracts were presented to the Board at the May 8,
2012 Teaching and Learning Committee meeting. The
summer program will be held from July 2 through August 17,
2012. ESY is needed to meet the educational needs of the
students and are indicated in their current IEPs.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
Contracts with Elwyn
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Elwyn to
provide ESY services for three (3) students with special
needs at the Therapeutic Summer Camp for Children with
Autism. The cost is $3,400.00 per student. In addition, a 1:1
will be provided for one of the students at a cost of
$4,024.00. All services are specified in the students’ IEPs.
Background
The contract was presented to the Board at the May 8th
Teaching and Learning Committee meeting. The program
will be held from July 2 through August 17, 2012. ESY is
needed to meet the educational needs of the students and is
indicated in their current IEPs.
13.
Contract with Camphill
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the
Camphill School to provide ESY services for a student with
special needs. The cost of $7,403.60 covers both an
Educational fee of $198.33 per day and a Residential fee of
$122.75 per day. This service is specified in the student’s
IEP, as well as in a Settlement Agreement.
Background
The contract was presented to the Board at the May 8, 2012
Teaching and Learning Committee meeting. The summer
program will be held from June 30 through July 28, 2012.
ESY is needed to meet the educational needs of the student
and is indicated in the current IEP.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
14.
Contracts with HMS
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the HMS
School for Children with Cerebral Palsy to provide ESY
services for two (2) students with special needs. The cost is
$457.00 per day, for a total of $11,882.00 per student.
Background
Each contract was presented to the Board at the May 8, 2012
Teaching and Learning Committee meeting. The program will
be held from June 30 through July 31, 2012. ESY is needed to
meet the educational needs of the students and is indicated in
their current IEPs.
15.
Contracts with Valley Forge Educational Services
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Valley
Forge Educational Services to provide ESY services for two
(2) students with special needs at The Vanguard School.
The cost is $7,075.00 per student. This service is specified
in the students’ IEPs.
Background
The contract was presented to the Board at the May 8, 2012
Teaching and Learning Committee meeting. The program
will be held from June 25 through August 3, 2012. ESY is
needed to meet the educational needs of the students and is
indicated in their current IEPs.
16.
Theraplay, Inc.
Resolve, that the Board approve the renewal contract with
Theraplay, Inc.
Background
The services of Theraplay, Inc. will be used only when
necessary to assist with compensatory speech and language
therapy services for students in the ESY program. The cost
is $90.00 per hour and services are provided at their
Springfield, PA, office.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
17.
Interquest Detection Canines of Eastern, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the renewal agreement with
Interquest Detection Canines of Eastern, PA, for the 2012–
2013 school year.
Background
Interquest Detection Canines provide random contraband
searches at Penncrest High School and Springton Lake
Middle School. The cost to the district is the same as the
current school year ($225 for 3 hours) with an additional
fuel/tolls charge of $125 for 5 visits.
There will be
approximately 5 visits each to SLMS and PHS during the
2012-2013 school year.
18.
Apple Lease Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve the Schedule No.
PUB11165 to the Master Lease Agreement Dated April 12,
2012, between Apple Inc. and the Rose Tree Media School
District. The Schedule includes Twenty-two (22) five (5)
packs of MacBook Pro laptops, One hundred and ten (110)
licenses for Numbers, Pages, and Keynote software, and
twelve (12) Apple Learning Labs which include Three
hundred sixty (360) iPad 2 tablets. The four (4) year equity
lease for this Schedule will commence on July 10, 2012, with
payment schedule not to exceed Eighty four thousand eight
hundred twenty three dollars and thirty cents ($84,823.30)
per year.
Background
The background for this report was reviewed at the
Technology Committee meeting on May 8, 2012. Solicitor,
Tom Kelly, has reviewed and approved this lease
agreement.
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Finance
B.
General
19.
Nativity B.V.M. and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Lease
Resolve, that the Rose Tree Media School District enter into
a lease agreement with Nativity B.V.M. and the Archdiocese
of Philadelphia to lease the Nativity B.V.M. school building in
Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the period of July
1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 in accordance with the terms
and conditions of the Lease Agreement. See Attachment F
Background
The resolution supporting the lease of Nativity B.V.M
Elementary School is a result of structural damage to the
roof trusses at Media Elementary School. In order to make
repairs, the student population must be relocated for the
2012-13 school year.
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Attachment B
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
WHEREAS, the Rose Tree Media School District has determined to undertake
certain capital projects including energy 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. 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 taxexempt debt, in the appropriate maximum principal amount of $7,000,000 to
$10,000,000. Such reimbursement shall occur not later than eighteen (18) months after
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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.
DULY ADOPTED, by the Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media
School District, this ___ day of ______l, 2012.
Attest:_____________________
Board Secretary
By:________________________
Board President
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
CERTIFICATE OF SECRETARY
The undersigned, Secretary of the Board of School Directors hereby
certifies that:
1.
The foregoing Resolution authorizing certain capital expenditures
and reimbursement, was duly moved and seconded and adopted by a majority vote of all
the members of the Board of School Directors at a duly called and convened public
meeting of said Board held on _________, 2012, that public notice of said meeting was
given as required by law; and that the roll of the Board was called and such members
voted or were absent as follows:
Name
Vote
2.
Said Resolution has not been altered, amended, modified,
suspended and is still in full force and effect as of the date of the delivery of this
Certificate.
WITNESS my hand and seal of the Rose Tree Media School District as of
________, 2012.
_________________________
Board Secretary
(SEAL)
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Media, PA 19063
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EXHIBIT A
SCHEDULE NO. PUB11165 DATED May 22, 2012 TO MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT DATED April 12, 2012
This Schedule No. PUB11165 (“Schedule”) is entered into pursuant to that Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated April 12,
2012 (“Master Lease”), and is effective as of April 12, 2012. All of the terms and conditions of the Master Lease, including
Lessee’s representations and warranties, are incorporated herein by reference. Unless otherwise indicated, all capitalized terms
used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the same meaning as set forth in the Master Lease.
To the extent that less than all of the Equipment subject to this Schedule has been installed and accepted by Lessee on or prior to
the date hereof, Lessee hereby acknowledges that a portion of the Equipment has not been delivered, installed and accepted by
Lessee for purposes of this Lease. In consideration of the foregoing, Lessee hereby acknowledges and agrees that its obligation to
make Lease Payments as set forth in this Schedule is absolute and unconditional as of the date hereof and on each date and in
the amounts as set forth in the Lease Payment Schedule, subject to the terms and conditions of the Lease.
Lessee expressly represents that at least ninety-five percent (95%) of the financing cost set forth in this Schedule is being
used to acquire Equipment that will be capitalizable for federal income tax purposes
EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
QTY
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
Computer Hardware--See attached Exhibit 1.
LEASE PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Pmt #
Payment Date
Payment
Amount
06/23/2012
07/10/2012
07/10/2013
07/10/2014
07/10/2015
1
2
3
4
Totals
Promotional
Interest Rate
1.9%
$84,823.30
$84,823.30
$84,823.30
$84,823.30
Interest
Principal
$295.75
$4,656.86
$3,133.70
$1,581.59
$84,527.55
$80,166.44
$81,689.60
$83,241.71
Purchase Price
after scheduled
payment(s)
$249,999.70
$168,229.93
$84,906.54
$0.00
Outstanding
Balance
$329,625.30
$245,097.75
$164,931.31
$83,241.71
$0.00
Lessee acknowledges that the discounted purchase price for the Lease is $323,820.86 and that such amount is the Issue Price
for the Lease for federal income tax purposes. The difference between the principal amount of this Lease and the Issue Price is
Original Issue Discount ("OID") for federal income tax purposes. The Yield for this Lease for federal income tax purposes is
3.10% per annum. Such Issue Price and Yield will be stated in the Form 8038-G or 8038-GC, as applicable.
IMPORTANT: Read before signing. The terms of the Master Lease should be read carefully because only those terms in writing
are enforceable. Terms or oral promises which are not contained in this written agreement may not be legally enforced. The
terms of the Master Lease or Lease may only be changed by another written agreement between Lessor and Lessee. Lessee
agrees to comply with the terms and conditions of the Master Lease and this Lease.
Commencement Date: June 23, 2012
LESSOR:
APPLE INC.
LESSEE:
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
SIGNATURE:
X
SIGNATURE:
X
NAME / TITLE: X
NAME / TITLE: X
DATE:
DATE:
X
X
EXHIBIT 1 – EQUIPMENT INFORMATION to Schedule No. PUB11165
under Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated April 12, 2012
Description
Apple iPad Learning Lab (with 10 iPad 2 devices)
with AppleCare+
iPad 2 16GB with Wi-Fi - Black (10-pack) with
AppleCare+
MacBook Pro 5-pack (13.3"/
2.4GHz/4GB/500GB/SuperDrive) with AppleCare
Protection Plan Auto-Enroll (packaged 5 in a single
box)
Numbers '09 Volume Licenses: 20+ seats, price per
seat
Keynote '09 Volume Licenses: 20+ seats, price per
seat
Pages '09 Volume Licenses: 20+ seats, price per
seat
Qty
12
24
22
110
110
110
The above Equipment includes all attachments and accessories attached thereto and made a part thereof.
ACCEPTANCE OF LEASE PAYMENT OBLIGATION
Re:
Master Lease Schedule of Equipment No. PUB11165 to that certain Master Lease Purchase Agreement
dated as of April 12, 2012 between Apple Inc., as Lessor, and ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT, as
Lessee.
In accordance with the Master Lease Purchase Agreement (the “Agreement”), the undersigned hereby
acknowledges and represents that:
All or a portion of the Equipment (as such term is defined in the Agreement) listed in the above-referenced Master
Lease Schedule of Equipment No. PUB11165 (the “Schedule”) has not been delivered, installed, or available for use
and has not been placed in service as of the date hereof;
Lessee acknowledges that Lessor has agreed to set aside funds in an amount sufficient to provide financing (to the
extent requested by Lessee and agreed to by Lessor) for the Equipment listed in the Schedule (the “Financed
Amount”);
The Financed Amount is set forth as the “Principal Component” of Lease Payments in the Lease Payment Schedule
attached to the Schedule as Exhibit A (“Exhibit A”); and
Lessee agrees to execute a Payment Request Form, attached to the Agreement as Exhibit B, authorizing payment of
the Financed Amount, or a portion thereof, for each disbursement of funds.
NOTWITHSTANDING that all or a portion of the Equipment has not been delivered to, or accepted by, Lessee on the
date hereof, Lessee warrants that:
(a) Lessee’s obligation to commence Lease Payments as set forth in Exhibit A is absolute and unconditional as of
the Commencement Date of the Schedule and on each date set forth in Exhibit A thereafter, subject to the terms and
conditions of the Agreement;
(b) Immediately upon delivery and acceptance of all the Equipment, Lessee will notify Lessor of Lessee’s final
acceptance of the Equipment by delivering to Lessor a “Final Acceptance Certificate” in the form set forth as Exhibit
B to the Agreement;
(c) In the event that any surplus amount remains from the funds set aside or an event of nonappropriation under the
Agreement occurs, any amount then remaining shall be applied or distributed in accordance with Lessor’s standard
servicing procedures, which includes, but is not limited to, application of the remaining amount to the next Lease
Payment and other amounts due; and
(d) Regardless of whether Lessee delivers a Final Acceptance Certificate, Lessee shall be obligated to pay all Lease
Payments (including principal and interest) as they become due as set forth in Exhibit A.
AGREED TO on X
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
By X
Name X
Title X
EXHIBIT B
ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE
Re:
Schedule No. PUB11165, dated May 22, 2012, (the “Schedule”) to Master Lease Purchase Agreement,
dated as of April 12, 2012, between Apple Inc., as Lessor, and Rose Tree Media School District, as
Lessee.
Apple Inc. is hereby requested to pay the person or entity designated below as Payee, the sum set forth below in payment of a
portion or all of the cost of the acquisition described below. The amount shown below is due and payable under the invoice of the
Payee attached hereto with respect to the cost of the acquisition of the equipment and has not formed the basis of any prior
request for payment. The equipment described below is part or all of the "Equipment" listed in the Schedule to the Master Lease
Purchase Agreement referenced above.
Payee Name: ___________________________
Description or Invoice #
$ Amount
Lessee hereby certifies and represents to and agrees with Lessor as follows:
(1)
The Equipment described above has been delivered, installed and accepted on the date hereof.
(2)
Lessee has conducted such inspection and/or testing of the Equipment listed in the Schedule as it deems necessary and
appropriate and hereby acknowledges that it accepts the Equipment for all purposes.
(3)
Lessee is currently maintaining the insurance coverage required by Section 15 of the Master Lease.
(4)
No event or condition that constitutes, or with notice or lapse of time or both would constitute, an Event of Default or
Event of Non-appropriation (each as defined in the Master Lease) under any Lease exists at the date hereof.
PARTIAL ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE (Only a portion of Equipment Has Been Accepted)
LESSEE:
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Signature:
X
Printed Name/Title:
X
Date:
X
FINAL ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE (All Equipment Has Been Accepted)
LESSEE:
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Signature:
X
Printed Name/Title:
X
Date:
X
PLEASE RETURN PAYMENT REQUEST TO:
APPLE INC. ~ 1111 Old Eagle School Road ~ Wayne, PA 19087
EXHIBIT C
INCUMBENCY CERTIFICATE
SCHEDULE NO. PUB11165 TO MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT DATED April 12, 2012
Being a knowledgeable and authorized agent of the Lessee, I hereby certify to Lessor that the person(s)
who executed the Master Lease and this Schedule are legally authorized to do so on behalf of the Lessee
and that the signatures that appear on the Master Lease and Schedule are genuine.
LESSEE:
Rose Tree Media School District
Signature:
X
Printed Name/Title:
X
Date:
X
(THE INCUMBENCY IS TO BE EXECUTED BY A PERSON OTHER THAN THE SIGNER
OF THIS SCHEDULE AND RELATED DOCUMENTS. THIS MAY BE A BOARD
CLERK/SECRETARY, BOARD MEMBER OR SUPERINTENDENT.)
EXHIBIT E
LEASE PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Pursuant to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated April 12, 2012 (the “Master Lease”), Schedule No. PUB11165,
between Apple Inc. (the “Lessor”) and Rose Tree Media School District (the “Lessee”), Lessee hereby acknowledges the
obligations to make Lease Payments promptly when due in accordance with the Lease.
LESSEE NAME:
TAX ID#:
INVOICE MAILING ADDRESS:
Mail invoices to the attention of:
Phone
(____)
Fax
(____)
Email:
Approval of Invoices required by:
Phone
(____)
Fax
(____)
Email:
Accounts Payable Contact:
Phone
(____)
Fax
(____)
Email:
Processing time for Invoices:
Approval:
Do you have a Purchase Order Number that you would like included on the invoice? No
Do your Purchase order numbers change annually? No
LESSEE:
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
SIGNATURE:
X
NAME / TITLE:
X
DATE:
X
Checks:
Yes
PO#
Yes___Processing time for new purchase orders:
EXHIBIT F
INSURANCE COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
1)
Insurance Agency - Name of Agency, Phone Number, Fax Number, and Contact Name
2)
Property Damage & Loss Coverage a)
"All Risk" Physical Damage & Loss Insurance
b)
Include: Policy Number, Effective Date, Expiration Date, and Equipment Location*
c)
APPLE INC. and its Assigns named "Loss Payee"
d)
Endorsement giving 30 days written notice of any changes or cancellation.
LIMITS: The full replacement value of the equipment.
3)
4)
General Liability Coverage a)
Liability insurance that protects Lessor from liability in all events in form and amount satisfactory to Lessor
b)
Include: Policy Number, Effective Date, Expiration Date and Equipment Location*
c)
APPLE INC. and its Assigns named "Additional Insured"
d)
Endorsement giving 30 days written notice of any changes or cancellation.
The Certificate Holder should be named as follows:
APPLE INC. and its Assigns
1111 Old Eagle School Road
Wayne, PA 19087
*If the equipment is located in several different places, please have the insurance company add one of the following
statements to the certificate:
1- a general statement on the certificate which would acknowledge that the equipment is covered no matter where it may
be located.
2- a statement about the equipment being located throughout your organization’s facilities.
FOR SELF INSURANCE:
A letter needs to be prepared on Lessee's Letterhead and addressed to APPLE INC. and its Assigns,
and signed by an authorized official of the Lessee. The letter must refer to the Master Lease, and
include information regarding the statute authorizing this form of insurance (with a copy of the statute
attached to the letter).
INVOICE#
REFERENCE #
CUSTOMER #
DUE DATE:
TOTAL DUE
Check here if your billing or Equipment Location has changed or is incorrect.
Please note changes on the reverse side.
Payments sent without a copy of this invoice may be subject to a delay in processing.
ADV052412
PUB11165
July 10, 2012
$84,823.30
Please do not send correspondence to this address.
Make check payable to :
Apple Inc.
REF # PUB11165
1111 OLD EAGLE SCHOOL RD.
WAYNE, PA 19087
ADVANCE PAYMENT INVOICE
Remit Advance Payment to:
Apple Inc.
1111 Old Eagle School Rd.
Wayne, PA 19087
Attn: Stephanie Grant
INVOICE DATE
May 24, 2012
INVOICE #
ADV052412
REFERENCE #
P.O. NUMBER
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
SEE BELOW
EQUIPMENT LOCATION
Future Remittance:
Apple Inc.
PO Box 41602
Philadelphia, PA 19182-2276
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
Apple Computer Equipment
TOTAL DUE
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
308 N. Olive Street
Media, Pa. 19063
DUE DATE
July 10,2012
CUSTOMER
PUB11165
PAYMENT AMOUNT
$84,823.30
$84,823.30
FOR PROPER CREDIT, PLEASE SUBMIT A COPY OF THIS INVOICE WITH PAYMENT
EXHIBIT G
(To be printed on Attorney’s Letterhead)
Apple Inc.
1111 Old Eagle School Road
Wayne, PA 19087
Re:
Schedule No. PUB11165, dated May 22, 2012 to Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated as of April 12, 2012
between Apple Inc., as Lessor, and Rose Tree Media School District, as Lessee.
Ladies and Gentlemen:
As legal counsel to Rose Tree Media School District (the "Lessee"), I have examined (a) an executed counterpart
of a certain Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated as of April 12, 2012 and Exhibits thereto (collectively, the
“Agreement”) by and between Apple Inc. (the "Lessor") and the Lessee, and an executed counterpart of Schedule No.
PUB11165 dated May 22, 2012 (the “Schedule”) to the Agreement, by and between the Lessor and the Lessee, which,
among other things, provides for the lease with option to purchase to the Lessee of certain property listed in the Schedule
(the "Equipment"), (b) a certified copy of the resolution (the “Authorizing Resolution”) of the governing body of the Lessee
which, among other things, authorizes the Lessee to enter into the Agreement and the Schedule and (c) such other
opinions, documents and matters of law as I have deemed necessary in connection with the following opinion. The
Schedule and the terms and provisions of the Agreement incorporated therein by reference together with the Lease
Payment Schedule attached to the Schedule are herein referred to collectively as the “Lease”.
Based on the foregoing, I am of the following opinion:
(1) Lessee is duly organized and legally existing as a city, county, school district, special district or other local
government unit under the laws of the State of PA, with full power and authority to enter into, and perform its
obligations under, the Lease;
(2) The Lease has been duly authorized, executed, and delivered by Lessee. Assuming due authorization, execution and
delivery thereof by Lessor, the Lease is a legal, valid and binding obligation of Lessee, enforceable against Lessee in
accordance with its terms, except to the extent limited by State and federal affecting creditors’ remedies and by
bankruptcy, reorganization, moratorium or other laws of general application relating to or affecting the enforcement of
creditors’ rights;
(3) Lessee has complied with any applicable property acquisition laws and public bidding requirements in connection
with the Lease and the transactions contemplated thereby, and the Authorizing Resolution was duly adopted at a
meeting that was held in compliance with all applicable laws relating to the holding of open and public meetings.
(4) There is no proceeding pending or, to the best of my knowledge (after diligent inquiry), threatened in any court or
before any governmental authority or arbitration board or tribunal that, if adversely determined, would adversely affect
the transactions contemplated by the Lease or the security interest of Lessor or its assigns, as the case may be, in the
Equipment thereunder.
All capitalized terms herein shall have the same meanings as in the Lease unless otherwise provided herein. Lessor, its
successors and assigns, and any counsel rendering an opinion on the tax-exempt status of the interest components of the
Lease Payments, are entitled to rely on this opinion.
Printed Name
Signature
ESSENTIAL USE CERTIFICATE
1.
Has any of the equipment to be leased been delivered?
Is the equipment to be leased replacing any existing equipment?
If YES, how long has the existing equipment been in use?
( ) 1-3 years ( ) 4-5 years ( ) 6-7 years ( ) 7+ years
( ) YES
( ) YES
( ) NO
( ) NO
Why is the existing equipment being replaced?
What will be done with the replaced equipment?
2.
What grade levels, locations and departments will utilize the equipment to be leased?
( ) K-4
( ) University
( ) Social Sciences
( ) 5-6
( ) Math
( ) Computer Lab
( ) 7-8
( ) Science
( ) Classroom:
( ) 9-12
( ) Language Arts
( ) Other:
Who will be the principal users of the equipment? (Total of all users below equal 100%.)
( ) Students: _____%
( ) Classified Faculty: _____%
( ) Other: _____%
( ) Certified Faculty: _____%
( ) Administrative: _____%
( ) Other: _____%
What applications will the equipment be used for and what benefits will the equipment provide?
(Please be detailed.)
(Use additional pages if necessary.)
3.
What is/are the sources of funding for repayment of the lease?
( ) General Fund
( ) Other Fund:___________________
( ) Grant Revenue (detail type of grant):_______________ ( ) Other:________________________
Are the funds for the payment(s) due in the first fiscal year of the lease appropriated and encumbered in
the District’s approved budget?
( ) YES
( ) NO
If NO, why are the funds not appropriated and encumbered in an approved budget?
______________________________________________________________________________
4.
Has the District’s governing Board approved entering into the lease? ( ) YES
( ) NO
If YES, please provide a copy of Board Minutes or Resolution.
If NO, why is a Board approval not required, or when will the Board approve entering into the lease?
5.
Has the School District ever non-appropriated funds?
If YES, please provide details regarding any non-appropriation:
Completed By:
Completed By:
Title:
Title:
Date:
Date:
( ) YES
( ) NO
The following 8038 G or GC Form
is a SAMPLE only.
The actual 8038G or GC will be
completed and sent to you for your
signature after closing, with
instructions to return the original to
us at your earliest convenience.
This is being done in this manner
to comply with Internal Revenue
Service regulations.
Thank you.