ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
April 26, 2012
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
III.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
Delaware County Reading Council’s 2012 Young Authors’ Competition
Winners
Young Poets of Delaware County Poetry Winners
Boeing 2012 Diversity Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
(STEM) Essay Contest Finalists
Delaware County Community College Edith Garlow Memorial Poetry
Contest Winners
Southeast Regional National History Day Competition Winners
7th Congressional District Art Competition Winners
2012 Elementary Chorus Fest
Sixth Grade Animal Care Team
"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.
G.
VI.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
Special Legislative Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2012
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Roll Call
Presentations and Awards
A.
IV.
Pledge of Allegiance
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
Agenda
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
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VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
None
New Business
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
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
Finance
A.
B.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Designation
of
Delaware
County
Intermediate
Board
Representative
2.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
3.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School
Budget
4.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education
Budget
5.
2012-2013 Delaware County Community College Budget
6.
Budgetary Transfer
7.
Change Orders – SLMS, See Attachments B and C
8.
Apple Lease Agreement – See Attachment D
9.
Contracts with Pathway
10.
Contract with Poetry Alive
11.
Athletic Trainers
12.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
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C.
D.
XI.
Financials for March
Bill Lists for March 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 May 24, 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
March 22, 2012
Minutes of the March 22, 2012 Legislative Meeting Minutes
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
William Montgomery
William O’Donnell
Absent:
Roll Call
Jaclyn Turet
Zachary Shauerman
Sivan Alouf, Sara Fitzpatrick
Absent: Elizabeth Schneider
Also in Attendance:
Ron Baldino, Supervisor of Maintenance
Pat Barta, Supervisor Special Education
William Bennett, Principal, Indian Lane Elem.
Eric Bucci, PHS Assistant Principal
Anne Callahan, Human Resource Director
Bernadette Dacanay, Home & School Visitor
Karen Daugherty, Principal, Rose Tree 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
Maria Kotch, Principal, Media Elementary
Patti Linden, Dir.Tech. & Info. Sci.
Kim McCann-Roller, Info. Tech. Spec.
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
Roxanne Schupp, Supervisor Business Operations
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 of February 23, 2012
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 85
Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
February 23, 2012.
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Penncrest High School Indoor Boys Track 4 x 800 Relay Team
Mr. Hanna moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 86
Penncrest High School Indoor Boys Track 4 x 800 Relay Team
Resolve, the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to the
Penncrest High School State 4 x 800 Relay Silver Medalists: Ali
Dastagirzada, Nathan Emanuel, Zack Kline and Patrick Miller. These
young men participated in the Penn State Indoor Track and Field
Championships. They ran the 4 x 800 in 7 minutes and 55 seconds.
Coaches for the Indoor Track team are George Munro and Rob
Brown.
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
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B.
Penncrest High School State Wrestling Championship
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 87
Resolve, that the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to
Penncrest High School Junior, Joe Gartland. Joe reached the third
round status in the State Wrestling Championships held in Hershey,
PA. He is the only wrestler from Delaware County to win one match.
Joe is 1st Team All Delco. Coaches for the Wrestling team include
Patrick Carney, William Harmon, Greg Jacobs and Bill Mowbray.
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
C.
2011 Teacher As Hero Award - Nancy Gyshens
Mr. Hanna moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 88
Resolve, that the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to
Nancy Gheysens, Rose Tree Elementary School Teacher for being
chosen as the recipient of the 2011 Teacher As Hero Award. This
yearly recognition program, sponsored by State Farm, honors
outstanding educations in the Delaware Valley. The qualifications to
receive this award are: the teacher has provided many years of
service in the field of education, volunteers in her community outside
of school, demonstrates exceptional creativity in the classroom,
defuses violence and bullying among students, perseveres despite
increasing challenges and serves as a role model to other teachers.
The award was presented to Mrs. Gheysens at a special ceremony at
the National Liberty Museum.
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
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NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
D.
Excellence in Teaching Award – Jayne Walker
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 89
Resolve, that the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to Mrs.
Jayne Walker, a grade two teacher at Media Elementary School. Mrs.
Walker was recently selected to be honored with an Excellence in
Teaching Award from The Franklin Mint Credit Union. Mrs. Walker is
a thirty two year veteran in RTMSD. She holds certification and has
taught in both elementary and special education. Mrs. Walker was
nominated by her professional colleagues.
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
IV.
Educational Presentation
A.
Rose Tree Elementary School Rumble
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V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports – William Montgomery, DCIU
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of
March 22, 2012
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
March 22, 2012
Solicitor’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of
March 22, 2012.
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011 - 2012 – 90
A.
Real Estate Tax Assessment Appeal – Caltree Realty
Associates, LP (1400 Providence Road) – Years 2010, 2011
and 2012
Real Estate Tax Assessment Appeal – Caltree Realty
Associates, LP (20 Kirk Lane) – Years 2010, 2011, 2012
B.
Real Estate Tax Assessment Appeal – Joel/Martha Marcus –
Year 2012
Resolve, that the Board approve the Solicitor’s request to
authorize to settle the above tax appeals in accordance with
the Attachment in the Solicitor’s report in the Official Legislative
Minutes of March 22, 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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
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G.
VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
Rose Tree Media Residents - None
Old Business
A.
IX.
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
President’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of
March 22, 2012
None
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts
b.
Salary Change
c.
Elimination of Position
d.
Create New Position
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Montgomery seconded a
motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 - 91
Resolve, that the School Board approve the following :
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Rebekah Grover, Elementary Teacher, Media
Elementary, resignation effective July 1, 2012.
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IX.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
b.
2.
Non-Instructional
1.
Alisha Moreland, Food Service Worker, termination
effective March 22, 2012.
2.
Anita Garber, .5 Secretary I, Springton Lake Middle
School, resignation effective March 16, 2012.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Renee DiPietro, Long Term Substitute Language
Arts Teacher effective February 29, 2012 at the
annual salary of $52,309.00, Master’s/Step 1 to
be pro-rated. Ms. DiPietro received her
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Cabrini
College. She is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School replacing John Dixon.
2.
Alicia Dougherty, Long Term Substitute Guidance
Counselor, effective February 27, 2012 at the
annual salary of $52,309.00, Master’s/Step 1 to
be pro-rated. Ms. Dougherty received her
Bachelor’s Degree from Cabrini College and her
Master’s Degree from Widener University. Ms.
Dougherty is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School replacing Margie Gilroy who is on leave.
3.
Walter Read, Long Term Substitute Science
Teacher effective April 2, 2012 at the annual
salary of $52,309.00, Master’s/Step 1 pro-rated.
Mr. Read is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Robert Malkovsky who is on leave.
4.
Dorothee Diaz, Homebound Instructor for the
2011-2012 school year at the rate of $46.00 per
hour.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Paul Stankiewicz, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
March 16, 2012 at the rate of $21.53 per hour.
Mr. Stankiewicz is assigned to the Transportation
Department.
2.
Debra Saylor-Brown, Support Staff I, Glenwood
Elementary School. Change of effective date to
February 23, 2012.
3.
Recommend Board approval for the following to
serve as Summer Maintenance Workers at the
rate of $12.00 per hour:
Theresa Allen
Joshua Bloom
Brian Cook
Dylan DeAngelis
Samantha Finsterbusch
Matthew Giardinelli
Brian Kenney
Thomas Linnen
Brett Macaulay
Marqus McKie
William McMenamin
Ronald Tyson
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May 14,
May 14,
May 28,
May 21,
May
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May 28,
May
7,
May 14,
April 30,
June 18,
May
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IX.
New Businesss
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Amanda Meltz, (.75) Boys Tennis Coach, at the
annual salary of $2,718.75. Ms. Meltz is assigned
to Penncrest High School.
2.
Andrea Rachubinski, (.25) Boys Tennis Coach, at
the annual salary of $906.25. Ms. Rachubinski is
assigned to Penncrest High School.
3.
Alison Harrison, New Teacher Mentor, effective
February 27, 2012, at the annual salary of
$471.20. Ms. Harrison is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School.
4.
Elizabeth Coulter, (.5) New Teacher Mentor,
effective January 30, 2012, at the annual salary
of $580.00. Ms. Coulter is assigned to Media
Elementary.
Ashlyn Crilly, Event Chaperone at the rate of
$18.33 per hour. Ms. Crilly is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
5.
6.
b.
Jerry Diaz, New Teacher Mentor, effective
February 29, 2012 at the annual salary of
$437.34. Mr. Diaz is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School.
Salary Change
1.
Recommend Board approval to Increase the
Substitute Nurse rate from $100.00 per day to
$140.00 per day effective March 23, 2012.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
Elimination of Position
1.
Recommend Board approval to eliminate the
following Springton Lake Middle School
supplemental positions effective March 23, 2012:
Chess Club
Chinese Club
Computer Club
Geography Club
Spanish Club
d.
6 Units
6 Units
6 Units
6 Units
6 Units
Create New Position
1.
Recommend Board approval to create the
following new supplemental positions at Springton
Lake Middle School effective March 23, 2012.
These positions were discussed at Personnel
Committee March 12, 2012.
Stage Manager/Tech Crew
Drama/Theater Director
Musical Theater Director
Dance Club Manager
10 Units
17 Units
26 Units
8 Units
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, William Montgomery,
William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
2.
3.
4.
Springton Lake Science Olympiad – Juniata College,
Huntingdon, PA
Penncrest Science Olympiad – Juniata College,
Huntingdon, PA
Penncrest Men’s Outdoor Leadership Club – Phoenicia, NY
Penncrest Women’s Outdoor Leadership Club – Shawankunks,
NY
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 - 92
1.
Springton Lake Science Olympiad – Juniata College,
Huntingdon, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for
the Springton Lake Middle School Science Olympiad to
Juniata College, Huntingdon, PA 4/26/12 – 4/27/12.
2.
Penncrest Science Olympiad – Juniata College,
Huntingdon, PA
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight
trip for the Penncrest Science Olympiad to Juniata
College, Huntingdon, PA 4/26/12 – 4/28/12.
3.
Penncrest Men’s Outdoor Leadership Club – Phoenicia,
NY
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight
trip for the Penncrest Men’s Outdoor Leadership Club to
Phoenicia, NY, 5/4/12 – 5/6/12.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
B.
Overnight Trips (continued)
4.
Penncrest Women’s Outdoor Leadership Club –
Shawankunks, NY
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight
trip for the Penncrest Women’s Outdoor Leadership
Club to The Shawangunks, NY, 5/4/12 – 5/6/12.
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, William Montgomery,
William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
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IX.
New Business
C.
2012-2013 School Year Calendar – Draft
Resolve, the Board review the 2012-2013 School Year Calendar.
See Attachment A in Official Legislative Minutes of March 22, 2012.
D.
E.
Expulsion of Student #60394
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
2.
Resignation
a.
Professional
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 93
D.
Expulsion of Student #60394
Resolve, that, pursuant to the waiver of the Due Process
Hearing signed by students’ parents, student #60394
shall be placed at Buxmont Academy for the duration of
the 2011-2012 school year.
E.
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Stephen Chicano
Further resolve, that the Report
Containing Findings of Fact,
Discussion, Conclusions of Law and
Recommendation issued by
the Committee of the Board of
School Directors of the Rose Tree
Media School District pertaining to
the Level 3 grievance filed by
grievant, Stephen Chicano, is
hereby accepted and adopted and
said grievance is denied.
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IX.
New Business
E.
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Stephen Chicano (continued)
Be it further resolved, that Stephen Chicano is
removed and dismissed from his employment
with Rose Tree Media School District, effective
immediately.
2.
Resignations
a.
Professional
1.
Michael LoBiondo
Further resolve, that the Board approve the
resignation of Michael LoBiondo, English teacher,
effective March 22, 2012.
The aforementioned resolution was declared
adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda
Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Chris
Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
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X.
Finance
A.
B.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards – Bus Bids
2.
Shredding Proposal
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
2.
2007 Del-Val Bonds – See Attachment B
3.
Springfield Psychological
4.
Contract with Elwyn
5.
Contract with Easter Seals
6.
Subscription Renewals
7.
Textbooks and Software
8.
Chartwells Dining Services
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 94
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bus Bids
Resolve, that the Board approve four (4) 72
passenger buses to Wolfington for $314,464 and
two (2) 48 passenger buses to M.A. Brightbill for
$155,150.
2.
Shredding Proposal
Further resolve, that the Board approve the
shredding proposal to Priority Shred, a local
company. The new proposal is $15 per console.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following
Budgetary Transfers:
FY 12-12 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT: $4,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Care & Upkeep of Equipment Services –
Replacement Equipment
$4,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase three cafeteria
tables with benches.
FY 12-13 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instruction & Curriculum Development –
Supplies
AMOUNT: $3,100.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Office of the Principal - Discretionary
$2,600.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Instruction - Travel
$ 500.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for “Artist in Residence” and
Media PTG to help defray the cost of the 5th grade
recognition breakfast. Transfer is also needed for Itinerant
Teacher’s monthly expense reports.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers (continued)
FY 12-14 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instruction & Curriculum Development –
Supplies
AMOUNT: $2,290.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – New
Equipment
$2,290.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase a MacBook Pro
for administrative use.
FY 12-15 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
School Sponsored Athletics – Dues and Fees
AMOUNT: $1,500.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
School Sponsored Athletics – Travel
$1,500.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to fund Spring Travel.
PSBA Program Proposal for 2012 Springfield Psychological
FY 12-16 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – New Equipment
$1,200.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Instruction - Travel
$1,200.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for additional teachers to
attend conferences to help support curriculum.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
2.
2007 Del-Val Bonds
Further resolve, that the Board approve a parameters
resolution to convert the variable interest rate on the 2007 DelVal Bonds to a fixed rate when the rates reach 2%. See
Attachment B in Official Legislative Minutes of March 22, 2012.
3.
Springfield Psychological
Further resolve, that the Board ratify a contract with Springfield
Psychological to provide psychological services on an as need
basis. The cost will be $350 to $450 per hour for testing and
reporting.
4.
Contract with Elwyn
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Elwyn
for the Davidson School to provide one-to-one services for a
student with special needs. The cost is $160.34 per day.
5.
Contract with Easter Seals
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Easter
Seals to provide an Extended School Year (ESY) Program for
a student with special needs. The cost is $1,350.00 for four
weeks.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
6.
Subscription Renewals
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the list
of online subscription renewals for use in the 2012-2013 school
year.
Online
Program Gizmos (Science) KidBiz/TeenBiz (Reading) Odyssey (Compass Learning Math) Rand‐McNally Classroom (Social Studies) Reading A‐Z (Reading) Rosetta Stone (various languages for ESL) Study Island (Math) WebAssign (Science and Math) Better Chinese (World Language) Choice Literacy (Language Arts) Access PA Membership Culturegrams by Proquest Databases for History by ABC‐CLIO Databases for Literature, History, Health, and General Reference by Gale/Cengage Learning Follett Software (Library System Management) InfoBase – Facts on File Database Newsbank Database for Current Events Noodle Tools World Book Encyclopedia II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
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Use Grades
Affected Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Instructional Library Library Library Library 6‐8 1‐10 3‐8 1‐8 K‐5 6‐12 9‐11 11‐12 9‐12 K‐5 K‐12 K‐12 K‐12 6‐12 Library Library Library Library Library K‐12 9‐12 9‐12 9‐12 K‐12 April 26, 2012
X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Textbooks and Software
Further resolve, the Board of School Directors approve the list
of textbooks and software for use beginning in the 2012-2013
school year.
Subject Area Level Title (Publisher) Art High School Business Education High School ESL Middle School High School Math High School Music High School Science Technology Education High School High School World Languages Middle School High School Artforms (Pearson) Complete Metalsmith (Davis) Art in Focus (McGraw‐Hill) Introduction To Accounting‐An Integrated Approach (McGraw‐Hill) Introduction to Business (McGraw‐Hill/Glencoe) Personal Finance (McGraw‐Hill/Glencoe) National Geographic (Hampton‐Brown) Grammar & Writing Book (Hampton‐
Brown) Practice Books (Hampton‐Brown) Inside Reading & Language (Hampton‐Brown) Writing Book (Hampton‐Brown) Practice Books (Hampton‐Brown) PreCalculus With Limits: A Graphing Approach (Holt‐Houghton Mifflin) 66 Festive and Famous Chorales – Band Method (Alfred Publishing Co.) Essential Musicianship, Books 2 & 3 (Hal Leonard Co.) Smartmusic (software) Chemistry: Matter and Change (McGraw‐Hill) Graphics Design Portfolio CS4: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & InDesign (Against the Clock Publishing) Adobe CS 5.5/6 Design (software) Bien Dit, Level 1 (Holt McDougal) Realidades, Level 1 (Prentice Hall) Deutsch Aktuel, Level 1 (EMC Publishing) Cambridge Latin, Unit 3 (Cambridge Univ. Press) Better Chinese III (Better Chinese) II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
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X.
Finance
B.
General
8.
Chartwells Dining Services
Further resolve, that the Board approve the renewal contract
with Chartwells Dining Services for the 2012-2013 school year
pending contract review by the district solicitor and PDE.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted
by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
9.
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
Safe Schools Target Grant
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 - 95
Resolve, that the Board approve the PDE Safe Schools
Targeted Grant in the amount of $13,696.
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
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X.
Finance
B.
General
10.
Increased State Funding for K-12 Public Education
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 96
Resolve, that the Rose Tree Media Board of School Directors
approve a resolution to support increased State Funding for K12 Public Education. See Attachment C in Official Legislative
Minutes of March 22, 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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
None
Elizabeth Schneider
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
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X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for February 2012
Bill Lists for February 2012
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 97
Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
C.
Financial Reports
February
February
February
February
D.
2012
2012
2012
2012
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
Bill Lists
February
2012 General Fund Bill List
$ 7,309,196.32
February
2012
$
1,774.50
February
2012 Capital Fund Bill List
$
7,816.46
February
2012 Bond Series 2004 Bill List
$
102,020.83
February
2012 Bond Series 2010 A & 2012
$
353,230.28
February
2012 Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
19,187.92
Imprest Fund Bill List
$ 7,793,226.31
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,
William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
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XI.
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-2012 – 98
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:
John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery,
William O’Donnell
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Elizabeth Schneider
______________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2012
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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
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
I.
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
Members of the Board of School Directors
James Wigo, Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, School Board Secretary
April 13, 2012
April 10, 2012 Special Legislative Meeting Minutes
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Board Members in Attendance:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, President
John Hanna, Vice President
Pete Barry
Chris Guilday
Nancy Mackrides
William Montgomery
William O’Donnell
Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Nancy Fronduti
Also in Attendance:
James Wigo, Superintendent
Linda Bluebello, Director Pupil Services
Anne Callahan, Director Human Resources
Grace Eves, Director of Mgmt. Services, School Board Secretary
Patti Linden, Director of Technology
Kim Mcann-Roller, Info. Tech . Spec.
_____________________________________________________________________________
II.
Public Comment – None
III.
2012-13 Proposed Final Budget
Mr. Hanna moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2011-12 - 99
Resolve, that the Board approve the 2012-13 Proposed Final Budget
for the Rose Tree Media School District in the amount of $81,425,872.
The Proposed final budget is based on a millage increase of 1.7% for a millage
rate of 22.6144. The final budget adoption will be on
May 24, 2012.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYES:
ABSENT:
IV.
V.
Linda Kinsler-Fox, William O’Donnell, John Hanna, Pete Barry,
Chris Guilday, Nancy Mackrides and Elizabeth Schneider
William Montgomery
Nancy Fronduti
Any other business that may come before the Board – None
Adjournment
_________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Delaware County Reading
Competition Winners
Council’s
2012
Young
Authors’
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, 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.
B.
Young Poets of Delaware County Poetry Winners
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.
C.
Boeing 2012 Diversity Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
(STEM) Science Contest Winners
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
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.
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III.
Presentations and Awards
D.
Delaware County Community College Edith Garlow Memorial
Poetry Contest
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.
E.
Southeast Regional National History Day Competition
Resolve, 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.
F.
7th Congressional District Art Competition
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 McElwain-Siems, 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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III.
Presentations and Awards
G.
2012 Elementary Chorus Fest
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 Howe-Consiglio 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.
H.
Sixth Grade Animal Care Team
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.
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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:
April 13, 2012
Subject:
April 10, 2012 – Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: William O’Donnell
_____________________________________________________________________
In Attendance: William O’Donnell, John Hanna, Pete Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Chris
Guilday, Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and Elizabeth Schneider
Absent: Nancy Fronduti
Also in Attendance: James Wigo, Anne Callahan, Patti Linden, Kim Mcann-Roller,
Linda Bluebello and Grace Eves
Taxpayer Request
The District received a request from a taxpayer for the removal of a penalty on their
2011/2012 tax bill due to extenuating circumstances. The committee approved the
removal of the penalty.
Action: Discussion
Designation of Delaware County Intermediate Board Representative
The current term for Board representation on the Delaware County Intermediate Unit’s
Board of Directors will expire on June 30, 2012. The new term is for the period of July 1,
2012 through June 30, 2015. The committee recommended the appointment of Nancy
Mackrides for the next term.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 26 Legislative meeting for approval.
Budgetary Transfers
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.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 26 Legislative meeting for approval.
Budgetary Comparison Report
The District has received 95% of its revenue and has expensed 87% of its expenditures.
Action: Discussion
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit approved its budget in March. The Delaware
County Intermediate Unit’s Operating Budget for the 2012/13 school year is $7,639,487.
This amount is unchanged from the current 2011/12 Budget. Rose Tree Media's share
is $78,058 which is the same amount for the current 2011/12 fiscal year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 26 Legislative meeting for approval.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical School Budget
The Delaware County Vocational-Technical School Budget will be approved in April.
The Delaware County Vocational-Technical School Budget for the 2012/13 school year
is $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. This is a decrease from
the current year’s amount of $344,570, due to a decrease in enrollment of Rose Tree
Media students in Technical School programs based on a three year average
enrollment of 27.17 students. The 2012/13 Special Education Technical Programs
budget is $1,132,275, of which Rose Tree Media's share is $55,416, which is a
decrease over the current year. This decrease represents a decline in the average daily
membership in this program for next school year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 26 Legislative meeting for approval.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education Budget
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit will approve its Special Education Budget in
April. The total Special Education Program Budget for 2012/13 is $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 RTMSD’s share was about $1.9 million. Fewer students are attending
IU programs.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 26 Legislative meeting for approval.
2012-2013 Delaware County Community College Budget
The Delaware County Community College approved its budget in March. Under state
law, the local sponsors’ obligation for support of the community college’s operating
budget is the total operating balance after all other sources of revenue have been
deducted. Each sponsoring school district’s share of the local sponsor appropriation is
equal to its proportionate share of the total real estate market valuation of all twelve
sponsoring districts, which now includes Chester Upland. The School District’s share is
$1,121,836 which represents a 2% decrease from last year.
Action: This item will be moved to the April 26 Legislative meeting for approval.
2012-2013 Budget Review
The amount of the Proposed Final Budget as of April 10th is $81,425,872. This is a
reduction of $1.6 million from the budget in December. The Proposed Final Budget
includes a 1.7% tax increase which equates to an annual tax increase of $75 based on
an average assessment of $205,173. It includes an increase in expenditures of
$789,088 for a .98% increase over the current budget.
A reduction in revenue of $573,770 is the result of a decline in enrollment for DCIU
programs for which the District receives reimbursement. A reduction of $1.7 million in
expenditures is a result of a decline in enrollment for programs provided by the DCIU,
charter school attendance and healthcare. The Current Proposed Budget also includes
the use of $3.2 to balance the budget. The current budget maintains all current
programs and services.
Three revenue scenarios were discussed. A 1.7% increase generates $1 million of
revenue and will offset the increases in employee benefits mainly due to a 52%
increase in mandated retirement costs. It also will require the use of $3.2 million of fund
balance. A 1% increase generates $600,000 of revenue and would include $3.6 million
of fund balance and also the reduction of $423,000 in programs and services in order to
maintain a $3.2 million use of fund balance. A 0% increase requires the use of $4.1
million in fund balance or the reduction of $1million in programs or services in order to
maintain a $3.2 million use of fund balance.
Projected fund balance was reviewed. The projected fund balance for June 30, 2013,
consists of $2.7 million in assignments for summer school, Ed Foundation donation,
capital projects and future benefit costs. An unassigned fund balance of $4.8 will be
remaining. This amount is 5.9% of the budget and is within the 8% allowable
unassigned balance as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Using
revenue assumptions of a 1.7% tax increase and increase in retirement reimbursement
and expenditure assumptions of increases in employee benefits and the continuation of
current programs fund balance will be depleted ¾ through the 14/15 fiscal year.
The administration will continue to find ways to reduce the budget. The results of a
district wide print study to reduce print costs will be presented at the May Finance
Committee meeting as well as a review of retirements in personnel and department
budget modifications. The final budget is scheduled to be approved at the May 24
Legislative meeting. The Budget in PDE’s 2028 format was made available for public
inspection.
Action: The 2012/13 Proposed Final Budget was moved to the April 10 Special
Legislative meeting agenda for approval.
Public Comment: Four members of the public were in attendance.
The next Finance Committee meeting will be held on May 8, 2012
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
Mr. James M. Wigo, Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
April 13, 2012
Subject:
April 10, 2012 - Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Nancy Mackrides
___________________________________________________________________
In Attendance: Nancy Mackrides, John Hanna, Pete Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Chris Guilday, Nancy Fronduti, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell
Absent: Elizabeth Schneider
Also in Attendance: Dennis Cini, Ron Baldino, James Wigo and Grace Eves
Indian Lane Elementary School Sign
Middletown Township approved the sign for Indian Lane Elementary School at their
March 26 meeting. Ron Baldio has contacted Indian Lane Principal, Bill Bennett and
asked him to notify the PTG.
Action: Discussion
ESCO Update
Joe Solomon from Provident Energy gave an update on the proposal for the ESCO
project. Johnson Controls submitted a proposal on April 10. Johnson Controls recently
purchased York and Energy Connect. Energy Connect provides demand response
services. They were recently awarded ESCO contracts with Abbington, Central Bucks,
Owen J. Roberts and Saucon Valley school districts. Copies of the executive summary
will be sent to all committee members for review. The summary contains three options
for the project. Upon review the District can accept or reject the proposal.
Action: Discussion
Springton Lake Middle School Update
Joe Slivka from D’Huy Engineering gave an update on the project. All contracts are
approximately 83% completed. The project is within budget. There is approximately
$289,000 remaining in allowances from the prime contractors. Change Order GC-06 for
the general contractor in the amount of $124,266.84 was presented. It includes soffits
and pipe enclosures for the music suite, masonry repairs, window infills, library wall
reconstruction and additional site work. The change order will be approved at the April
26 Legislative meeting and submitted to PDE for PlanCon Part I approval. The District
received PDE approval for PlanCon Part I for general contractor change order GC-05.
The approval will be on the April 26 Legislative agenda for approval. Several future
change orders were presented to the committee. They include the installation of a
vision panel in the cardio room, changes to the Tech Ed area that will enhance the
STEM program, not removing the tile in the fitness room, purchasing 7 new doors for
the art rooms, painting the library ceiling, replacement of window infills throughout the
building, adding windows to new classrooms on the lower level, adding changing booths
and installing Excel dryers in the natatorium locker room, refinishing the paneling in the
lobby and replacing tile in the library. The administration will compile costs for the
requested changes and present them at a future committee meeting. A proposal with
two alternatives to add curbing and enhance site drainage was also presented. The
tentative cost ranges from $140,000 to $157,000. The finalized proposal will be
presented before July. Joe Slivka will also review equipment lockers for the team
rooms. The streambed stabilization project will go out to bid on May 11 with a bid
opening date of June 1. The work will be completed at the end of the summer.
Action: Acceptance of PlanCon Part I for general contractor change order GC-05 will be
moved to the April 26 Legislative agenda for approval. Approval of general contractor
GC-06 in the amount of $124,266.84 will be moved to the April 26 Legislative agenda
for approval.
Media Elementary School Architect Proposal
A proposal from Bonnett Associates for architect services for the Media Elementary
School project will be presented at a future committee meeting.
Action: Discussion
2012-2013 Capital Projects Update
Bids will go out in May and June for 2012-2013 capital projects. The work will begin this
summer.
Action: Discussion
Public Comment: 1 member of the public attended the meeting.
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on May 8, 2012
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
James M. Wigo, Sr.
Superintendent of Schools
Anne D. Callahan
Director of Human Resources
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
James M. Wigo, Sr., Superintendent
From:
Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources
Date:
April 13, 2012
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – April 10, 2012
Board Members in attendance: W. O’Donnell, C. Guilday, P. Barry, E. Schneider,
L. Kinsler-Fox, N. Mackrides, W. Montgomery, J. Hanna, Chair
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, J. Wigo, G. Eves, L. Bluebello, Several Members
of the Public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The committee reviewed the items for the legislative agenda on April 26, 2012.
Additional items will be added to the agenda and sent to the Board of School
Directors for review prior to the legislative meeting.
II.
Executive Session
An executive session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held on Tuesday, May 8,
2012, in the Board Room at the Education Center.
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:
April 12, 2012
Subject:
April 10, 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
Mackrides, Elizabeth Schneider, Bill Montgomery, Bill O’Donnell, Christopher Guilday
Others in Attendance: Mr. Wigo, Dr. Bluebello, Grace Eves, Community Member
CONTRACTS
Dr. Bluebello presented the following contracts:
Athletic Trainers
A renewal agreement for the 2012-2013, 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 School Years with
Orthopaedic Specialists – Bryn Mawr Sports Medicine was presented by Dr. Bluebello
and reviewed by the Board. 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. Orthopaedic Specialists also will
continue to provide concussion management testing without cost to the district to our
student athletes.
On a similar note, Dr. Bluebello and Mr. Wigo shared with the BSD that the district is
being proactive in its efforts to educate trainers, coaches, PE teachers, nurses, parents,
and others in our school community regarding concussion awareness and treatment
protocols.
Action: Approval will be on the April 2012 Legislative Agenda.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services provides physical therapy services to students within
our schools who require this service as part of their IEP or 504 Service Plan. The one
year renewal contract proposed for the 2012-13 school year will reflect a $.75 increase
per hour or $58.78 per hour.
Action: Approval will be on the April 2012 Legislative Agenda.
The next meeting of the Pupil Services committee will be May 8, 2012, at the Education
Center.
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:
April 10, 2012
RE:
April 10, 2012 Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Peter Barry
Board Members in Attendance: Peter Barry, Chris Guilday, John Hanna, Linda KinslerFox, Nancy Mackrides, Bill O’Donnell, Liz Schneider
RTMSD Personnel in Attendance: Linda Bluebello, Anne Callahan, Grace Eves, Angela
Gilbert, Rick Gregg, Patti Linden, Sharon Sweeney, Steve Taylor, James Wigo
Projected Penncrest Enrollments Under 15 for 2012-2013
Mrs. Sweeney, Assistant Principal at Penncrest, and Mr. Gregg, Principal, presented a
number of courses with projected enrollments for 2012-2013 under 15, the enrollment
stipulated in Policy #126 as the minimum to run a course. Mrs. Sweeney and Mr. Gregg
recommended four possible outcomes based on the subject area and projected enrollment:
canceling undersubscribed courses now and reassigning the students to alternate choices,
combining them with other courses, offering them only if sufficient enrollment is achieved
by August 1st, or offering them as capstone experiences for students even though the
enrollments may not reach 15. Only two courses fall in this last category: AP Chemistry
and Chinese III. After listening to the rationale of the high school administration, the Board
accepted the recommendations with no changes.
Preview of Summer Reading 2012
Dr. Gilbert and Dr. Taylor updated the Board on plans for the 2012 Summer Reading
Program. They shared the required and recommended reading lists and reviewed the
basic details of the program for the Board, including modifications for this summer’s
program. At the elementary and middle school levels, the program will remain virtually
identical to last year’s program, whereas the high school is introducing nine new books. In
the secondary grades, students must read at least two books over the summer, and
students in Enhanced Language Arts, level 1 classes, or AP classes must read a third
book. Students are assessed in September on the reading they do over the summer.
Elementary and Special Education Contracts
Dr. Gilbert presented two contracts. The first was received from Poetry Alive to provide
poetry performances on May 18, 2012 for students in grades three through five. The cost is
$870.00 and is included in the 2011-2012 Teaching and Learning budget. The second
contract presented was from The Pathway School to provide ESY services for a student
with special needs. The summer program will be held from July 9 through August 17, 2012.
The cost is $6,990.00 and will be paid from the Special Education budget. The Board gave
approval for both to appear on the April Legislative Agenda as resolutions.
Update on Swimming Curriculum
Dr. Taylor updated the Board on plans for the Aquatics curriculum at Springton Lake Middle
School now that the natatorium is completed. These plans were developed in consultation
with the Physical Education department at the middle school. Goals of the program include
enabling students to increase their overall levels of fitness, to learn to swim better, and to
learn water safety techniques—all in support of the district’s mission to help students reach
“their intellectual, emotional, social and physical potential.” The curriculum will be based
on the American Red Cross’ six Learn-to-Swim levels, which are widely accepted and
easily measurable. It will be phased in over four years, beginning with 6th graders in the
second half of 2012-2013, with students taking 12 lessons a year and moving through the
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels as a unit in their Physical Education classes.
Before the first students participate, a number of questions will need to be answered about
the instruction itself, staffing, liability, and the logistics of getting students in and out of the
pool during the regular school day.
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
April 13, 2012
Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for April 10, 2012
Chairperson: Mr. Christopher Guilday
Board Members in attendance: Chris Guilday, Pete Barry, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Elizabeth Schneider, Bill Montgomery, Linda Fox, Bill O’Donnell
Also in attendance: Jim Wigo, Patti Linden, Kim McCann-Roller, Mack Johnson, Ron
Harris, Linda Bluebello, Anne Callahan, Grace Eves, several members of the
community
Financing Option for Technology Equipment
Patti Linden presented the option for leasing Apple MacBooks and iPads for Penncrest
teachers as Phase I of a 3 year plan. 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 I 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 I will
include professional development for Penncrest teachers in June, as well as
professional development opportunities throughout the summer. The cost of the lease is
$54,278.01 per year for 4 years with a 3 year extended warranty for the equipment.
There is a $1.00 buyout option at the end of the lease. Solicitor, Tom Kelly, will have
lease documents reviewed and approved before Board action.
Phase II will include MacBooks for Springton Lake teachers and iPad carts for students
at Springton Lake. These iPads will replace the current model of laptop carts and will be
less expensive. The Technology Department will also be upgrading the wireless
network for Penncrest High School and Springton Lake Middle School during Phase II,
all of which is included as part of the submitted budget for 2012-2013. The leasing
option for the Apple technology will be presented to the Board at a later date.
Phase III will include completing the wireless network upgrade at the elementary
buildings during the school year 2013-2014. This phase will also complete MacBooks
for the elementary teachers as well as iPad carts at the elementary level for student
use. It will be for the 2013-2014 school year that we propose the one-to-one initiative for
high school students to receive iPads, after the Penncrest teachers have had one year
of professional development on creating digital learning resources for the iPad through
iTunes University. It will be at this time that we will be able to showcase better
efficiencies and cost savings.
Action: Apple lease agreement will be placed on the Legislative agenda for approval on
April 26, 2012.
Next meeting: Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. in the Education Center Board
Room
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – April 26, 2012
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Library
April is Poetry Month, and this year Glenwood celebrated in style! The RTM library staff
planned a community-wide celebration of poetry to take place during the week of April 10April 14. The main idea was for everyone--students, school staff, community members-to have a “Poem in Your Pocket” at all times to share with family, friends, classmates, and
teachers. Media Borough businesses also supported literacy by offering a treat to anyone
sharing a poem with them on Friday and Saturday of that week. All elementary school
libraries were provided with “poetry pockets”--pocket-shaped cut-outs with short poems
already printed for students to read and select. Kathy Cook added printed copies of
poems fifth-grade students had written in her Library Writing Workshop sessions.
Students could also use favorite poems or their own creations. Mrs. Cook worked with
each class during their library time, kindergarten through fifth grade. The "pockets" were
spread out on the tables, and, after Mrs. Cook shared some poetry with the students, they
spent time looking through the pockets and finding a poem that "spoke" to them. Many of
the students were so excited, they asked if they could have more than one! A group of
fifth-grade students volunteered to come to the library during their lunch and recess times
to help first graders select poems.
Fourth grade hosted a “Poet Tea” in our Large Group Room for family and friends. This
was a culmination of a month of studying various types of poetry, and students shared
their own original works. Special guest readers (grandparents, friends, Glenwood staff)
shared poetry with the students; refreshments followed.
Ben Gordon, from Mr. Keeler’s class and one of Mrs. Cook’s Fifth-Grade Library Writing
Workshop participants, won second place for fifth grade in the “Young Poets of Delaware
County” Poetry Competition for his poem, “Candy Cane.” Ben read his poem at the
award and poetry reading ceremony held at the Redwood Playhouse in Upland and
received a printed booklet of all the winning poems.
All of Glenwood was ready for “Poem in Your Pocket” week, when the whole school
enjoyed reading and sharing poetry.
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Kindergarten
Kindergarten has been busy exploring 2 and 3 dimensional shapes in their surroundings.
They have been going on shape hunts and creating different objects and pictures using a
variety of different shapes. They have read many different books about shapes and
created their own shape books. They enjoyed solving shape puzzles with pattern blocks
and on the computer.
First Grade
The first graders have been immersed in non-fiction. They have read a large amount of
non-fiction texts during independent reading, guided reading and read aloud. They have
studied the different features of non-fiction during reader’s workshop and compared their
findings with their reading partners. They have used all of these texts as mentor texts to
create their own non-fiction writing piece based on an animal. They will be having their
publishing party soon to celebrate their non-fiction writing.
Second Grade
Second graders have begun a unit of study about Native Americans. They will learn
about customs, traditions, settlement patterns, and ways in which tribes used resources
around them to survive. In Math class, students are also studying fractions. They
continue to immerse themselves in texts at their independent levels to practice new skills
and strategies during reading workshop.
Third Grade
The third grade students are eagerly anticipating the beginning of our Embryology Unit
and the delivery of fertilized chicken eggs. We will be studying the parts of the egg, the
21-day cycle from Fertilization to hatching, and taking a role in the caring for the eggs
while they are in the incubators. The students are developing non-fiction “All About
Books” that focus on teaching a certain topic (i.e. healthy foods, baseball, or types of big
cats). They will present their books in a Writing Celebration to their peers in all three third
grade classrooms.
Fourth Grade
Glenwood’s fourth grade celebrated poetry this month by reading, writing, and learning
about various forms of poetry. The students showcased the many things they learned by
publishing a poetry book which will be used as a gift for Mother’s Day. The students also
began reading science fiction / fantasy books in new book clubs. The book groups are
challenging themselves to read in a more mature way by analyzing the setting and
characters and discussing more deeply how the story makes them feel. The students
worked hard on the science PSSA, applying test taking skills and strategies learned in
class. The fourth grade took a field trip to Bellevue State Park. The trip was an extension
of the Ecosystems curriculum. Students participated in activities centered on local
ecology, types of habitats, and species.
Fifth Grade
The fifth grade students have had a very exciting month preparing and taking three PSSA
tests. In Science they have begun planning for the science fair. After an exciting
demonstration and whole grade experiment students have come up with some fabulous
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ideas that they will experiment on. We have focused strongly on the scientific method of
experimenting and cannot wait to celebrate all of their findings.
Music in Our Schools Month
4th Grade had a successful “Celebration of Music” concert. This was an opportunity for
our families to come and see, hear, and take part in the many musical activities we cover
throughout their time in music class. This concert also ties in cross-curricular ideas to
help strengthen and solidify their classroom studies. The students prepared five song
selections and a dance in less than two months time. In addition to showcasing multiple
singing techniques, we were able to include Orff Instrumentation, recorders, body
percussion, soloists, and sign language. We even had special guests join us for our
southern dance “Alabama Gal”.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Wow!!! Spring has sprung and this year is flying by! March was such a packed month,
and April promises the same. The students at Indian Lane are doing so much at this
point in the year, showcasing their reading, math, and writing skills.
Run the Lane
The staff at Indian Lane has agreed to coordinate the 3rd Annual Run the Lane event.
The event is usually headed by a parent, but the chairperson recently moved to a
neighboring district and no replacement could be found. In order to prevent the major
event from being canceled, the staff members of the school stepped up to the plate.
Proceeds from this event, which have averaged around $3,000, are split between the
PTG and the Norm Kelly Smiles Scholarship Fund. Kudos to the amazing Indian Lane
staff!
Special Assembly
Indian Lane students and staff participated in a dramatic and interactive rhythmic
assembly hosted by Livin' in the Rhythm. Using world drums, percussion and dance,
this global rhythm Educational Program took us on a journey of sound and rhythm from
Africa and beyond to bring our school together as one community. Check out the pictures
on our website. A fun time was had by ALL!!!
Student Council Activities
Over 120 third through fifth graders participated in Indian Lane's 2nd Annual Duck n'
Chuck Dodgeball Tournament. Each player paid a $5 entrance fee and all proceeds will
be donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. A special thank you goes to our Student
Council for coordinating this event.
Indian Lane Student Council members went up against the teachers in our First Annual
Floor Hockey Tournament. With only seconds to spare, the students defeated the
teachers with a final score of 4-3. A fun time was had by all!!!
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Art
The annual art show was a huge success. Hundreds of students and their parents
attended and enjoyed the art work that was displayed throughout the building. Visitors
also got to savor delicious water ice and soft pretzels, supplied by our PTG.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students at Indian Lane have been busy with shapes this month! They
created a spring mural showing flowers, butterflies, trees, boats, animals, etc., all made
with pattern block shapes! Students graphed the number of each pattern block shape
used to create their spring object. Students will be working with 3D shapes this month.
They will take a shape walk and locate spheres, cylinders, prisms, cones, cubes and
pyramids all at Indian Lane!
First Grade
The first graders at Indian Lane have just completed 4 weeks studying authors during
Reading Workshop. The 4 authors covered were: Tomie DePaloa, Mem Fox, Jan Brett,
and Karma Wilson. The students learned about each author's style of writing. They
learned what the authors do to prepare a book. They enjoyed reading a variety of books
by each author and completing activities to go with many of the books. During Writing
Workshop the students completed a unit on Non-fiction writing. Each child published an
All About Book. These books included non-fiction text features such as a table of
contents, sections with headings, a how to page, a labeled diagram, and possibly a
glossary. The students shared their books at a whole grade publishing party. The
students have also completed a letter writing mini -unit. Each student wrote to another
first grader at Indian Lane. The students then replied to the letter each received. The
students enjoyed getting mail and learning about someone they might not have known
prior to this activity. Math involved a study of repeating patterns with shapes and
numbers. Students completed activities with penny jars, staircases, and shape patterns.
Second Grade
In both Reading and Writing Workshops, we continue in either our nonfiction or fairytale
unit. We focused on asking questions and making inferences. These are strategies that
good readers use to more thoroughly understand why characters do what they do and the
results that occur as a result. We prepared to write our own fairytales by creating fairytale
“wanted” posters and riddles. Next, some students are creating a whole new fairytale,
some are continuing a favorite fairytale, and others are changing a well-known version. In
nonfiction, students examined the different characteristics in order to understand how to
read this genre more effectively. Now, the students are using this knowledge to create
their own nonfiction book. In Word Study, we focused on reading and spelling words
containing diphthongs. For example, OO is a diphthong. This means that the two
vowels create a different sound. In Math, we continued to practice double digit addition
with regrouping. We also rounded numbers to the nearest ten, and added three 2-digit
numbers. We are now exploring double digit subtraction with regrouping. In Social
Studies, we identified from where and when the Native Americans came to North
America. We discovered how the Native Americans had different tribes, languages, and
cultures. We discussed how the lifestyle of the Native Americans was determined by the
natural resources in each region. Next, we discovered the way of life of the Inuit Native
Americans. We experienced their art, clothing, food, shelter, legends, and music. Now,
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we are exploring the Iroquois. This tribe is one member of the group of Native Americans
that lived in the northeastern region of North America. This week, we all took a field trip to
Tyler Arboretum to experience the life of the Lenape Native Americans.
Third Grade
In Reading, we conquered the PSSAs in March. We used the UNRAAVEL strategy to
help us answer the questions and comprehend the passages. We have now begun Book
Clubs, which are a fun way to read a chapter book. The students have been placed in
groups with each group reading a different book based around our common theme,
chocolate. We meet in the beginning of each class to discuss our target skill. Then the
students have time to read and take notes independently. Next they work with their
groups to show what they found. Finally, they share. Book Clubs have been so much
fun! In Writing Workshop, we are finishing up our fictional stories by adding dialogue,
character’s feelings, “juicy” and meaningful words and onomatopoeia in order to bring our
stories to life. We are checking for run-on sentences, capitalization, and punctuation as
we edit and publish them in the weeks ahead. In Word Study, the students have been
reassessed for the next flexible group. We have begun studying diphthongs (oi/oy,
aw/au, ou/ow). This is where two vowels join together to make one sound. In Social
Studies, we are studying communities in different regions of the USA. We researched
and took notes about the physical geography, climate and natural resources in each
community and are creating brochures to persuade people to visit there. We look forward
to beginning our Solar System unit in Science shortly after Spring Break. In Math, we
have been working diligently to learn all of the multiplication facts through 12. Most all
students mastered these before Spring Break, which is a HUGE accomplishment. Before
the break, we also began learning how to solve more complicated multiplication
problems.. Next up is division, learning how it works and working our way up to long
division and solving problems with remainders.
Fourth Grade
Fourth graders are all immersed in their new book clubs for reading. They are tackling
complex texts with their small book clubs so that they can keep track of multiple plot lines,
unfamiliar characters and shifts in time and place. Each group is beginning to develop
strategies to have conversations about books, and sharing the pleasure of reading with
friends. We are building life long readers who love to discuss the books they have read.
For Science, students are engaging 12 interactive review lessons before PSSA science
testing. Weather instruments, scientific method, ecosystems, water cycle, phases of the
moon, and life cycles are just some of the review topics.
Fifth Grade
The fifth graders of Indian Lane will be turning in their Science fair projects during the
week April 9th. They will present them the following week and are eager to show their
projects and what they have learned about Science and the scientific method. The tulips
that they planted in late fall, as a part of their science unit, have fully bloomed outside of
Indian Lane and look beautiful. They are also preparing to take the writing PSSA's during
the week of April 16th.
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AGP
The third grade students are working on their Alternative Energy Unit. They are currently
researching five alternative energy sources and are looking forward to their class trip to
the SAP building in May. The fourth grade students are currently working on their
Immigration Unit. They recently interviewed relatives and discussed their immigration
story. The students went to Ellis Island. The fifth grade students are currently finishing up
their Architecture Unit by creating 3D videos involving the Seven Wonders of the World.
The students will begin preparing for their visit to The Goddard Space Center in May.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Our kindergarten friends were introduced to our new Senteo response system through a
language arts lesson on the letter W. The students were very surprised at how easily they
were able to operate the clickers and how quickly they could view the results. A guest
from the PA Resource Council visited our classrooms and gave us a lot of information on
recycling and reusing our resources. Miss Diana enthusiastically kept all of the students
engaged as we learned about caring for our earth.
First Grade
First graders are celebrating the achievement of becoming authors, after publishing small
moment stories in Writers’ Workshop. Students worked through the writing process,
prewriting, drafting, revising, editing and publishing to create very special stories about
small moments in their lives. Congratulations to our published authors! April is National
Poetry Month and our first graders are learning about figurative language. They’ve
become quite the experts at identifying and writing similes. Writing lessons about
alliteration and onomatopoeia have also inspired students to utilize these techniques.
Describing objects with a “Poet’s Eye” has helped students to hone their ability to become
writers who carefully choose words. Our first graders will demonstrate all that they have
learned about poetry to craft a colorful collection of class poetry that promises to entertain
its readers.
Second Grade
The excitement is mounting as second grade students get ready to begin work on their
Living History Projects. In coordination with our Biography Unit, and after some classroom
research on a variety of heroes, students choose a historical figure to research. The
criteria used to help in the decision making process is as follows: Has seen a problem in
our world, Has made a plan to solve that problem, Has the bravery to take action on their
plan and Has made the world a better place. The project consists of researching a
historical figure, writing a report, creating a poster, and preparing a costume. The
students will present the results of their hard work and effort during the second grade
Living History Museum to be presented to parents and guests. Second grades continue
to participate in monthly Seed to Snack presentations. For the month of March, students
learned about different types of root vegetables grown in our area. The children analyzed
and identified the different tastes of carrots, radishes, and beets. A dip, made from
garbanzo beans and other ingredients provided a tasty treat to conclude the lesson. Once
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again, recipes were provided to the students. We are truly enjoying the Seed to Snack
presentations. Thanks to Greener Partners for volunteering at our school.
Third Grade
Third grade students took part in a respect unit for health. Students role played how to
problem solve on their own and when to ask for help in solving problems. They learned
three steps for problem solving that they can use anywhere and anytime.
Fourth Grade
The fourth grade classes celebrated Music in Our Schools Month with the Celebration of
Music. Parents were invited in to watch the students sing, dance, and play music
instruments. It was a wonderful event, led by our music teacher, Mrs. Jeanette Verdeur.
The fourth grade classes at Media began working with a resident artist, Ms. Claire Brill.
Students were introduced to different fabrics from around the world and are creating clay
tile tapestries to be hung in the cafeteria upon completion.
Fifth Grade
Fifth grade is celebrating the culmination of our research project! The children have
worked since January on self-selecting a topic of interest, researching, and writing a
paper to convey their learning. They will display their papers, backboards and 3D objects
at our annual Science/Research Fair. As a team, we continue to collaborate in order to
successfully implement reading workshop. We have found this program to be a very
powerful tool. Our students are currently working in Historic Fiction book clubs. These
clubs are teaching students how to read deeply and have meaningful conversations about
the characters, plot, and the time period in which the book is set.
Fifth grader, Sean Prior, was a first place winner in The Delaware County Library
Association’s annual poetry contest. He will read his poem and be recognized at a
ceremony at The Redwood Playhouse in Upland.
Library
This Friday and Saturday, businesses along State Street in Media will again be
celebrating National Poetry Month, by rewarding RTM students who bring a poem in their
pocket to read aloud. This annual celebration, a partnership between RTMSD libraries
and local businesses has been enjoyed by RTM students for several years
now. Students who read their poem will receive prizes, such as coupons, gift cards and,
if they go to Trader Joe's, they will be put on the loudspeaker! The Media School Library
will hold its ninth annual Poetry Cafe. Media families and teachers, as well as RTM
administrators are invited to attend and are welcome to bring a poem to share.
Art
Fifth grade students have completed tiles which depict an animal that they each identify
as special to them. These tiles will be placed in a mural which will soon enhance our
school’s playground. The tiles will also be the children’s “legacy“ they leave behind as a
part of themselves at Media school. Fourth graders are working with artist Claire Brill to
make 15 clay murals for the school cafeteria, each one representing an international
fabric design
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Music
About 20 Media students soaked up the applause when they performed in the Penncrest
production of Notables. They truly shared “great moments in musical theater” through
their performances of “Hard Knock Life”, “Food, Glorious Food”, and “Getting to Know
You.” Congratulations to Media fifth graders Lauren Haley, Kiara Asbury and Olivia
DiAngelus who participated in the PMEA District Twelve Chorus Fest at the Westtown
School. The students learned some very challenging music and joined 150 other singers
from the area for the performance.
rd
The spring choral concert is Thursday, May 3 at 7:30pm.
Physical Education
Fourth graders have completed their maturation lesson. A preview was provided for
parents during parent-teacher conferences. The actual lessons were given by our
guidance counselor and physical education teacher in single sex groups. All students are
currently working on a gymnastics unit and physical fitness testing has begun for grades
3-5.
AGP
Third Grade AGP: The students are working on their Alternative Energy Unit. They are
currently researching five alternative energy sources and are looking forward to their
class trip to the SAP building in May. Fourth Grade AGP: The students are currently
working on their Immigration Unit. They recently interviewed relates and discussed their
immigration story. The students will be going to Ellis Island. Fifth Grade AGP: The
students are currently finishing up their Architecture Unit by creating 3D videos involving
the Seven Wonders of the World. The students will begin preparing for their visit to
Goddard Space center in May.
Movin’ On
The Media School community is anticipating the move to our temporary quarters. The
mood, in general, is that everything will be just fine.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Six students were recognized as Artist of the Month at an evening reception with Ms.
Daugherty and Dr. Barney. The artists were: Ben Rago, Alexandra Gobran, Katie
Curran, Sofia Tamburello, Emily Knapp and Hailey Piacento. The annual Rose Tree
Revue was held at Penncrest High School on April 13. As always, it was a huge success.
Physical Education
For the month of April, grades 1 and 2 focused on jump rope skills. Grades 3-5 began
The President’s Challenge Fitness Testing which involves curl-ups, push-ups, sit and
reach pull-ups or the flexed arm hang, and the ½ mile jog. Grades 1-5 started to focus on
teamwork and sportsmanship while playing a variety of games as they prepare for Field
Day. The theme for Field Day this year is the Summer Olympics. I want to thank and
congratulate all students in grades 3-5 who participated in Jump Rope for Heart. Rose
Tree’s Jump Rope for Heart event was on Tuesday, March 27th. This event helps raise
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money for the American Heart Association, and this year Rose Tree Elementary School
raised $2,814.62.
Kindergarten
In the month of April, the Kindergarten students traveled to Neumann Children’s Theater
to see “The Magnificent Red Button.” In Houghton Mifflin, we began working in Theme 8:
Down on the Farm. We completed our Investigations unit on shapes and started learning
the fundamentals of addition and subtraction. Students have been identifying and writing
high frequency words throughout the year. As a culmination activity, the students
participated in a classroom based Kindergarten Carnival. Activities and learning games
were designed to reinforce high frequency word knowledge. Several parent volunteers
attended the carnival and were an integral piece to its success!
Second Grade
Second graders at Rose Tree Elementary School were given the opportunity to join the
"10 for 10 Club" by reading over spring break. Students were challenged to read 30
minutes each day of their spring vacation. As a member of the "10 for 10 Club" students
were rewarded with: their name on a poster displayed in the hallway, 10 extra minutes of
recess one sunny day after spring break, their name read over morning announcements,
a pick from the class treasure chest, a certificate, pencil, bookmark and homework pass.
Many children participated in this reading incentive program that was designed to
encourage a love of reading outside of school.
Fourth Grade
The Fourth Grade at Rose Tree Elementary has had a busy month. We have spent much
of our time reviewing the Pennsylvania Science Standards in preparation for the Science
PSSA held this month. One of our favorite preparation activities was our trip in mid-April
to the Wissahickon Environmental Center in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. We
reviewed using microscopes, identifying the area as a watershed, water pollution and
healthy eco-systems. The children got to stand in the creek bed and look for samples of
macro-invertebrates in the stream. We then looked at them under the microscopes to
classify the creatures and decide if the watershed was healthy or not. On April 11th, Dr.
Esther Cheung and Mrs. Erin Brubaker (parent of one of our fourth graders) visited the
fourth graders here and involved the students with experiments from kits designed and
provided by Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals. The science experiments included one
using chemicals to produce Secret Writing and a second experiment which showed DNA
Extraction from a strawberry. We were very fortunate to have this company provide this
innovative program for our students free of charge. The children thoroughly enjoyed
these opportunities for hands-on science.
ESOL/ELL
English Language Learners (ELLs) in Grades 1 through 5 have worked hard this year to
improve their English skills while learning about specific content areas. Units studied this
year have been across the curriculum: Social Studies units about school, cities, and
families; and, Science units about plants, animals, and the moon. Fourth and fifth grade
ELLs have received classroom support across the curriculum and for test preparation.
ELLs took the ACCESS for ELL language assessment in February. Those results are
expected near the end of school. It has been a good year with students making strides
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forward in their acquisition of academic English. Thank you for supporting this small, but
very significant department in the Rose Tree Media District.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Art
Mrs. Going's eighth graders continue to paint their Illuminated Manuscripts like the
Masters in Medieval Europe. Balance and a unified painting with exemplary
craftsmanship is the main focus. Students are learning to stop, analyze and make
adjustments as they go! Also, some eighth graders continue to sculpt a ceramic figure
based on the training of the Renaissance artists. Proportion and emphasis on detail is a
focal point. Again, students are learning to stop, analyze and make necessary
adjustments to their work! Seventh graders continue to work with the art of lettering and
linear 1 point perspective. As designers, they have been "hired" to create an original
advertisement (for their choice of subject under the theme, "Entertainment").
Students have mastered the block lettering phase and are now ready to transition to the
lay-out stage adding 1 point linear perspective to the mix! Six graders have completed all
painting on their Chinese Zodiac and are now moving into the art of printmaking. They will
learn to print using their animal's Chinese character letters and the plate design. This will
be the final piece to their extraordinary study. Students will also study the history of
German Renaissance Printing Master, Albrecht Durer and 19th century French artist and
printmaker, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
Mrs. Prior's sixth grade students just completed their paintings in which they chose their
own subjects, themes, and style such as Realism, Expressionism, Abstract, and Fantasy.
Presently, they are completing a reflection assignment to explain what subject, theme,
and style they chose. Seventh grade students are working on theme based drawings to
explore positive and negative space. Eighth grade students are sculpting various
creatures and characters out of clay. Students are using their previous knowledge and
problem solving skills to work through the challenges of sculpting with clay.
Guidance
The guidance department has completed the Reading and Math PSSA testing for all
sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. The guidance counselors have been giving tours and
informational sessions to prospective new students and parents. The peer tutoring club
had thirty-eight participants during the third marking period. During REP, those students
who need help in a particular subject are paired with a student tutor. Springton Lake
completed two No Place For Hate Activities related to the theme “Rainbow of Respect.”
“Follow the Path to Understanding” required students to write comments and statements
about tolerance, respect, and diversity on a footprint provided to them. Footprints with
student and teacher writings were placed in the hallway leading to the lobby and the
“Rainbow of Respect.” The other activity, “Word Path,” involved researching and writing
about minority leaders and how they helped lead others down the path to understanding
diversity. Posters with student writings were displayed in the cafeteria hallway.
Language Arts
Sixth graders in Mrs. McLeod’s classes are immersed in poetry in honor of National
Poetry Month. They have each chosen a personally meaningful poem to analyze, and
they have planned an activity to help their classmates enjoy the poem as well. They are
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studying the works of great poets such as Robert Frost, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and
Langston Hughes, as well as creating poems of their own on various topics. Continuing
studies on grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension round out the language
arts period.
Mrs. Newsome’s sixth grade students are reading the novel Number the Stars, a Newbery
Award winning book telling the story of a Danish girl’s conflicting fear and bravery as she
helps a friend to safety during World War II. Before reading, students conducted online
research to gain background knowledge on Europe, Hitler’s rise to power, and Denmark’s
beloved King Christian X. While reading, students completed character and story maps
and noted the true-life historic figures, facts, and places that author Lois Lowry wove into
her fictional story. As a tie-in to National Poetry Month, students created found poems
using their favorite passages from Number the Stars. In found poetry, phrases and words
from an already authored text are selected, rearranged, and crafted into poetry. Usually
the finished work represents a poetic version of the same scene from a text, but other
times students use the “found” words in an unexpected way to create a completely
original image or idea. Mrs. Newsome found the Smart technology and the Epson
projector to be excellent tools to model for students how to drag, drop, copy and
rearrange words and phrases into a found poem.
In Mrs. Patton’s classes, sixth graders have been discussing and writing poetry. In
conjunction with Poem in Your Pocket Week, classes hosted a Poetry Café. Parents
were invited to the café during which students shared a poem which they selected or
wrote. Students also identified what it was about the poem they found most engaging,
along with what key poetic elements are found in the poem. In addition students are
continuing to learn and practice key grammar concepts critical to ensure clear, concise,
and interesting writing. Students selected a new novel for their April Book Chats which
focused on characterization. Students summarized their novels and reflected upon
character traits and how specific characters change or evolve through their selected
novels. In the co-taught Language Arts class with Mrs. Krautzel, students used Teen Biz
to analyze their own success and/or difficulty on specific types of reading comprehension
questions. This analysis helps teachers individualize instruction and focus on specific
areas of weakness with various students.
Students Mrs. Mayernick’s seventh grade Language Arts classes are concluding their
inter-disciplinary study of Gary Paulsen's novel, Soldier's Heart, about the Civil War and
PTSD. They will next be reading the novel, The Watsons Go to Birmingham---1963, by
Christopher Paul Curtis, a story of an African American family who travels to Birmingham,
Alabama, during turbulent times. Students will be taking the MAP post test and attending
the Book Fair this quarter. They will continue their study of grammar and vocabulary.
Library
Poem in Your Pocket week was held during the first week back from Spring Break. The
program is modeled after the celebration in New York City during which community
members are encouraged to carry a poem in their pockets to share with anyone and
everyone. Several teachers brought their classes to the library to find poems to carry and
share for the week. The following teachers also volunteered their time to share a favorite
poem over the morning and afternoon announcements: Mrs. Knipel, Mrs. Laubach, Mr.
Norris, Mr. Lynch, Mrs. Patton, Mr. Krugler, Miss Levy, and Mr. Johnston. Mrs. Patton
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also hosted a Poetry Café in the library for her students to share poetry they wrote with
family and friends. The library computers, including the laptop cart, have been in
constant use by classes of all grade levels and subjects. Since the library hosted PSSA
testing for several weeks, the library laptop cart has been in constant demand, as well as
the library computers when testing has finished. 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
Eighth grade Geometry students will be finishing Chapter 8- Quadrilaterals in the next
couple of weeks. We then move on to Chapter 10- Properties of Circles. In this chapter
students investigate aspects of circles. They start by drawing tangents to circles and
seeing how a tangent to a circle is related to the radius at the point of tangency. They use
intercepted arcs of circles to measure angles formed by chords in a circle and to measure
angles formed by secants and tangents to a circle. They explore relationships between
segment lengths of chords that intersect in a circle, and they investigate relationships
between segment lengths of secants and tangents to a circle. Finally, they use the
standard equation of a circle to graph and describe circles in a coordinate plane.
Our Algebra I students are completing a unit on exponents and are now beginning their
study of quadratic relationships. They will be working on solving quadratic equations one
of five ways: graphing, taking the square root, the quadratic formula, factoring, and
completing the square. Like with the concepts covered last year in “Frogs, Fleas, and
Painted Cubes”, our Algebra I students will be applying what they learn to solve real-life
problems. We are starting with our review for the final exam which is scheduled for June
fifth and sixth.
Currently, eighth grade students are about to begin a math unit titled “Frogs, Fleas, and
Painted Cubes”. The will be able to recognize the patterns of change for quadratic
relationships write equations for quadratic relationships represented in tables, graphs and
problem situations, connect quadratic equations to the patterns in tables and graphs of
quadratic relationships, and identify the maximum or minimum value, the x- and yintercepts, and other important features of the graph of the equation. This is an
introduction to quadratic relationships which will be revisited next year in Algebra I. Some
real-life problems that can be solved using the quadratic concepts covered in this unit are:
• Suppose you travel to Mars to prospect a precious metal. You can claim any
rectangular piece of land you can surround by 20 meters of laser fencing. How should
you arrange your fencing to enclose the maximum area?
• A ball is thrown into the air. Its height h in feet after t seconds is modeled by the
equation h = -16t2 + 64 t. What is the maximum height the ball reaches? When does
it reach this height?
Our seventh grade CMP2 students are finishing up a unit called Accentuate the Negative,
a unit on integers and applying integers to real-life situations. When we lose or gain
money or weight, we are using integers (the positive negative whole numbers, and zero).
After wrapping up our unit integers, they will be getting ready to move into Filling and
Wrapping—our unit on surface area and volume.
The accelerated seventh graders are finishing up Frogs, Fleas, and Painted Cubes—an
introduction to quadratic functions, and they are getting ready to move into Say it With
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Symbols. During the Month of March sixth grade CMP2 students fine-tuned their
measuring skills by creating Metric Marty. Metric Marty is a person-like figure designed by
following very specific instructions that required students to be able to measure in metric
units using a compass, and a ruler to draw circles, rectangles, squares, and trapezoids.
Through this project students not only needed to have precise measurements, but had to
also be able to find the perimeter and area of each shape they created. Students had fun
with the project because they were able to add their own personality to their person-like
figure by decorating, adding additional accessories and renaming their figure. Some of
the fun names were Party Marty, Dancing Martha, Diva Maria, and Chucky Marty just to
name a few. In April regular educational math students will be finishing up the fractional
operations unit called Bits and Pieces II where students are learning how to solve real-life
problems by adding, subtracting, multiplying and/or dividing fractions and, accelerated
math students will be introduced to the pre-algebraic concepts of adding, subtracting,
multiplying and dividing integers in the unit, Accentuate The Negative.
Music
Eighth grade general music students are concluding the historical study of composers
with the Romantic Period, highlighting Frederick Chopin, Clara and Robert Schumann,
and Johannes Brahms. In addition to playing Brahms’ “Lullaby” on the melody bells,
class members will ring a choral arrangement of Chopin’s “C Minor Prelude.” Seventh
grade general music students continue to explore the elements of jazz with the be-bop
and 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. “ChorusFest 2012” was held this year at Strath Haven
Middle School. Participants included: Robert Bacheler, Louis Croquette, Isabella
Evangelista, Nicole Foster, Maura Gaffney, Jo Nicholson and Tamara Orens. The Jazz
Band achieved a rating of “Excellent” at the Strath Haven Middle School Jazz Festival;
seventh grade trumpet player Eric Bilbrough won an outstanding solo award. Sixth grade
instrumental students also participated in “Bandfest,” held at Radnor Middle School and
sponsored by Pennsylvania’s Music Education Conference. Representing Springton Lake
were students Tyler Chabitnoy, Matthew Dougherty, Bryn Kolmansberger, Patrick
Lawrence, Dora McCafferty, Liam Theveny, Erica Westcott, and Alexander Wynn. The
Seventh and Eighth Grade Pennsylvania Music Educators District 12 String Fest was held
at Paxon Hollow Middle School this year. Congratulations to the following musicians who
represented Springton Lake: Vi-Linh Gale, Eric Leung, Derek Leung, Justin Rosenberg,
Dan Rosenberger, and JJ Teal. Concert season opens in May with the Seventh Grade
Chorus, the Eighth Grade Chorus, and Select Chorus. Presentations continue with the
Sixth Grade Orchestra and Band, the Seventh and Eighth Grade Orchestra, and the
Seventh and Eighth Grade Bands and Jazz Bands. Concluding our performances will be
the Sixth Grade Chorus with a program entitled “It’s a Jungle Out There: A Salute to Flora
and Fauna.”
Physical Education
Due to the PSSA testing, the shorten classes focused on short fitness segments in all our
classes. Two classes per grade level focused on preparation in and participation in the
spring Presidential Fitness The other two sections per grade level had the opportunity to
experience the weight room and hockey. In the weight room the students continued to
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learn about the different machines that were available for them to use. In addition, they
were given instructions on safe weight training practices and how simple weight training
exercises at their ages can be beneficial. In addition, the students learned how different
machines and equipment in the weight room can help with preparing for the different
areas of the fitness test. In hockey, students were instructed on proper stick handling
techniques and safety instruction. In addition, basic strategic components using the space
provided were introduced to the students.
Science
The sixth grade begins a study for natural selection and evolution. Students will complete
a Gizmo from the Explore Learning program to investigate the process of natural
selection in a real life situation. Students will also perform labs to model the process of
natural selection, including the evolution of Asian elephants to better survive in an
environment where they are being poached. The seventh grade science swings into
action by investigating the forces that act on pendulums. Controls are established and
manipulative variables are tested to determine what effect they have on the frequency
and period of a pendulum. Galileo is discussed and the historical impact of his work on
simple harmonic motion is presented to the students. In grade eight science classes, we
are applying the language of chemistry. Throughout the course thus far this year, we have
studied elemental symbols and writing chemical formulas, chemical change, chemical
equations, and the balancing of chemical equations. Now is the time to apply what we
have learned to stoikiometric problems! We are currently tackling mass ratio problems as
applied to chemical reactions we observed earlier in the year!
Social Studies
The sixth grade students have studied apartheid and its effects on South Africa today.
The students compared South Africa’s apartheid laws to the Jim Crowe laws and the Civil
Rights Movement in the U.S. As a culminating activity, the students watched the Disney
movie “The Color of Friendship” which portrayed the successes of the U.S. Civil Rights
Movement as a backdrop to the understanding of apartheid and the struggles of
Congressman Ron Dellums in his campaign against apartheid. In addition, the movie
provided an opportunity to discuss stereotypes and racial biases. After finishing the Africa
Unit, the students focused on the physical and political geography of Europe as a starting
point for understanding the history, economics, and government of Europe. The seventh
students have examined the abolitionist movement and the Second Great Awakening in
the context of the Era of Reform. The students have participated in hands-on activities as
a part of this History Alive Unit. Eighth grade students have written research papers on
Ancient Rome based on their individual interests in topics concerning Roman
culture. The writing process and using a rubric based on the PSSA standards has been
an important aspect of student research and writing. They have also examined the
administrative genius of Caesar Augustus and the reasons for the fall of the Roman
Empire.
Special Education
The middle school emotional support students traveled to the Concordville Inn for a field
trip where the students were able to practice their culinary and social skills, as well as
participate in a career interest exploration activity. The head chef met with the students to
discuss the culinary career and the required skills/education. The students then put on
their aprons and chef hats and crafted some delicious pizzas. After enjoying their lunch,
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the day was topped off with a make your own sundae bar. Thank you to the Concordville
Inn for graciously donating the treats! The eighth grade emotional support students
traveled to Penncrest for a tour, question/answer session and lunch as part of their
transition to the high school. Currently, seventh grade students in Mrs. Wilson’s learning
support math classroom are about to begin a math unit titled “What Do You Expect?” The
goals of the unit are as follows: *Students will be able to interpret experimental and
theoretical probabilities and the relationship between them. *Students will be able to
distinguish between equally likely and non-equally likely outcomes. *Students will be able
to review strategies for identifying possible outcomes and analyzing probabilities, such as
using lists or tree diagrams. *Students will be able to determine if a game is fair or unfair.
World Language
This month the "best of the best" eighth grade French and Spanish students participated
in their respective National Contests. Results have not been sent yet but we will
announce them as soon as we get them.
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
English Department News
This month, freshmen Kate Yeager and Sarah Kilburn won second and third places,
respectively, in the ninth grade category at the Young Poets of Delaware County Poetry
Contest. Junior Tara Tobin took second for the eleventh grade category. Penncrest also
swept the 12th grade category. Congratulations to Brendan Morgan, Anup Singh, and
Deena White for their first, second, and third place finishes! The students were invited to
read their winning poems at an award ceremony at the Redwood Playhouse in Upland.
World Language Department News
The Penncrest world language department is pleased to be one of 18 Pennsylvania high
schools recognized as exemplary programs by the Pennsylvania State Modern Language
Association. After earning three previous bronze globes, Penncrest High School's world
language department earned a Silver Globe award for its strong academic program which
focuses on best instructional practices and national world language standards for all
Penncrest students. Details about the award, Penncrest's World Language program, and
the other recipients can be found on the PSMLA PEP award showcase site:
http://www.psmla.net.
The AP French class with the support of other world language classes created a “Giving
Garden” to collect toys and craft items to donate to the Child Life department at
Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. In addition, students held a bake sale
after school to raise money for Child Life programs. Students collected over 150 items
and raised over $200. Earlier this month, student volunteers from the AP French class
delivered the items and led a craft project with patients at duPont. This service project
was an extension of oral presentations in the AP French class.
Congratulations to the Latin students for their outstanding performances on the Classical
Literacy Exam and the National Latin Exam. Seventeen of 21 NLE students finished with
an award of cum laude or higher (with at least one award winner in each Latin level).
Special mention goes to Soham Kamat, Michael Ann Henne, Emily Bunting, Noel
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Graham, Nina Shaw, Maura Steinmetz, Dean Ward, and Michael Clancy who were each
Silver Award recipients. Abigail Pearse (ninth grade, Latin 1) received a Gold Award.
The Classical Literacy Exam also had many standout performances with 15 students
receiving awards. Of particular note are Michael Clancy and Abigail Pearse, both of
whom received gold awards and missed only one question.
Art Department News
The following senior art students submitted work for the 2012 Seventh Congressional
District's Annual Art Competition: Peter Allen, Emma Davis, Katie Hespenheide, Molly
Lawrence, Chandler Lehr, Amanda Manos, Emily McElwain-Siems, Maggie McLaughlin,
Alex Rehoric, and Jasmine Summers. The awards ceremony and reception was held at
the Wayne Art Center this month. Congressman Patrick Meehan was there to present
the awards in the following categories: photography, mixed-media, painting: oil/acrylic,
color drawing, black and white drawing, printmaking, watercolor, digitally enhanced, and,
best in show. Five Penncrest students earned awards at the show. Emma Davis was
awarded first place in printmaking for her print entitled, "The Great Wall of China,"
Jasmine Summers was awarded second place in printmaking for her print entitled,
"Parisian Print," Emily McElwain-Siems was awarded second place in photography for her
photograph entitled, "City Destination,” Katie Hespenheide was awarded second place in
color drawing for her ball point pen drawing entitled "Bel Air," and Molly Lawrence was
awarded third place in watercolor for her painting entitled, "Grid Portrait of Sophie and
Aliou.” The exhibition runs through Saturday, April 28.
Guidance Department News
The Penncrest guidance department sponsored its annual College Night program in
April. Parents of ninth, tenth, and eleventh graders were invited to attend along with their
children. The program is intended to provide parents with information and insight on the
sometimes daunting process of college planning, application, and selection. This year
nine 30-minute break-out sessions were offered; attendees could select three sessions
each to meet their individual needs.
Music Department News
Penncrest’s choir students raised over $800 by serving an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake
Breakfast at Applebees in Aston recently. Proceeds from the event will help fund the
choir's spring trip to Boston at the end of the month where they will compete with other
choirs.
Choir Director Sherre Gaertner invites all members of our Board of School Directors to
attend the choir’s upcoming concerts. Events are posted on Penncrest’s web calendar. If
you plan to attend, please let Mrs. Gaertner know so she can recognize you at the
concert. The students will love to see you!
PSSA’s
During the month of April, Penncrest juniors participated in the PSSA tests for Science
and Writing. These exams complete the PSSA testing cycle for the 2010-11 school year.
Student reports are mailed home during the summer.
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Junior Prom
The Junior Prom was held this month at the Springfield Country Club. This year’s theme
was Follow Me. Over 350 students enjoyed a delicious buffet dinner and evening of
dancing.
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION
“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the
School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters
permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”
March 22, 2012
April 10, 2012
April 26, 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 May 24, 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. Linda Bluebello, Director of Pupil Services,
retirement, effective June 30, 2012.
Background
Dr. Bluebello joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1974 as a Teacher at Indian Lane
Elementary. In 1998, Dr. Bluebello was named the
Supervisor of Humanities. She left Rose Tree Media
School District to serve as Principal in the Marple
Newtown School District in 2004. Dr. Bluebello
returned to Rose Tree Media School District as
Director of Pupil Services in 2008. She has served in
the position for 4 years.
2.
b.
Lovinda Weaver, ESL Teacher, Media and Indian
Lane Elementary Schools, resignation effective May
11, 2012.
Non-Instructional
1.
Edward Gibson, Jr., Bus Driver, retirement, effective
June 29, 2012.
Background
Mr. Gibson joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1996. He is retiring after 16 years of
dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.
2.
Linda Davis, Technology Assistant, Glenwood, Media
and Indian Lane Elementary Schools, retirement
effective June 27, 2012.
Background
Ms. Davis 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.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
Adele Winn, Support Staff II, Glenwood Elementary,
retirement effective June 14, 2012.
Background
Ms. Winn joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 1977. She is retiring after 35 years of
dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.
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.
Background
Ms. DiCandillo joined the staff of Rose Tree Media
School District in 1985. She is retiring after 27 years
of service to Rose Tree Media School District.
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
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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 pre-employment
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.
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.
IX. New Business
Carleen Megow
Catherine Poulos
Megan Snyder
Jodi Strevig
Alexis Wilson
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 preemployment paperwork.
8.
Lauren Newman, Interventionist extension through
April 27, 2012 at a rate of $25.00 per hour.
General
a.
Classification Change
1.
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
c.
IX. New Business
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.
Jody Ruckle requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence through the end of the first semester
of the 2012-2013 school year.
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.
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IX.
New Business
B.
2012-2013 School Year Calendar – Second Reading and Approval
Resolve, the Board approve the 2012-2013 School Year Calendar. See
Attachment A
C.
Last Day of School
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
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 2012-2013 school year. Student may
petition to return to Rose Tree Media School District in September 2013.
E.
RTM-ESPA Grievance Nos. 2012-1 / 2012-2
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
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.
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
1.
B.
Bid Awards - None
General
1.
Designation of Delaware County Intermediate Board
Representative
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.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Finance Committee
Meeting.
2.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Budget
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.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Finance Committee
Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Technical
School Budget
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.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Finance Committee
Meeting.
4.
2012-2013 Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special
Education Budget
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.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Finance Committee
Meeting.
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5.
2012-2013 Delaware County Community College Budget
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.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Finance Committee
Meeting.
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6.
Budgetary Transfer
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
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.
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Finance Committee
Meeting.
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Change Orders - SLMS
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 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
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
Background
This item was discussed at the April 10, Operations
Committee Meeting.
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8.
Apple Lease Agreement
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.
Background
The background for this Report was reviewed at the Technology
Committee meeting on April 10, 2012. Solicitor, Tom Kelly, has
reviewed and approved this lease agreement. See Attachment D
9.
Contracts with Pathway
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.
Background
Each contract was presented to the Board – one at the April
10, Teaching and Learning Committee meeting and the
other in the April 16, Board Update. The program runs from
July 9, 2012 to 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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10.
Contract with Poetry Alive
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.
Background
This contract was presented at the Teaching and Learning
Committee meeting on April 10, 2012. The Poetry Alive
program provides a meaningful extension to the literacy
curriculum for elementary students.
11.
Athletic Trainers
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.
Background
Orthopaedic Specialists – Bryn Mawr Sports Medicine
provides two athletic trainers for Penncrest High School and
Springton Lake Middle School. The renewal agreement was
discussed at the April 2012 Pupil Services Committee
meeting.
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Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
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.
Background
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services provides physical therapy
services to students within our schools who require this
service as part of their IEP or 504 Service Plan. The
contract was discussed at the April 2012 Pupil Services
Committee meeting.
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
2012-2013 SCHOOL CALENDAR
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No School - Holiday
Full Inservice Day
Half Day for Students
August 21
September 3
September 4
September 17
September 26
First Day for Teachers
Holiday,All Buildings Closed
First Day of School K-12
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Building s Closed
November 22, 23
December 24-31
December 24-26
December 31
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Student/Teacher Holiday
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
January 1
January 21
February 18
March 25-29
March 28-29
May 27
June 18
June 20
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Student/Teacher Holiday
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
Last Day for Students, Early
Dismissal: PHD - 10:15
SLMS - 11:00 - Elem. - 12:00
Last Day for Teachers
July 4
Holiday, All Buildings Closed
*These year-end dates allow for four emergency
school closings during the 2012-2013 school year. If
fewer than four emergency school closings are
needed, these days will be deducted from the end of
the year for students. If more than 3 snow days are
used, days in spring break may be utilized to meet
our necessary requirements for attendance.
Apple Inc.
L e as e Do cu m e n t at io n Ch e c kl ist
**Please contact Franciene Hatcher at 800-669-9441 ext 1652 with any questions**
Documents Required Prior to Shipment
Action Required
Faxed to Apple
Once you have completed the documents, please email or fax the items to
Franciene Hatcher at fhatcher@leasedirect.com or 800-776-4665.
Master Lease Purchase Agreement
Lessee Signature, Printed Name/Title, Execution Date
& Federal Tax ID No.
Schedule (Exhibit A)
Lessee Signature, Name/Title & Execution Date
Acceptance of Lease Payment Obligation
Sign and date as indicated
Lease Payment Instructions (Exhibit E)
Identify how Lease is to be invoiced.
Insurance Coverage Requirements (Exh F) Complete name of insurance company and contact info.
IRS Form 8038-G
Complete Part 1
Purchase Order(s)
Include Equipment Description and Lease Terms on PO(s).
Additionally, please provide third party vendor contacts (if applicable).
Apple will contact third party vendor(s) regarding invoice remittance.
Documents Required Prior to Funding
Action Required
Originals of all the above
Please mail to:
Mailed to Apple
Apple Financial Services
Attention: Franciene Hatcher
1111 Old Eagle School Road
Wayne, PA 19087
Insurance Certificate or
Self-Insurance Letter
Provide All Risk Property Coverage and General Liability
Coverage listing Apple Inc. and its Assigns as “Loss Payee” &
“Additional Insured”, and include the address of equipment location
on the certificate(s), or provide a letter of self insurance as
described in the “Insurance Coverage Requirements.”
Acceptance Certificate (Exhibit B)
Lessee Signature, Name/Title & Execution Date.
Sign upon acceptance.
Advance Lease Payment
Send prior to commencement date of Lease
Sales Tax Exemption Certificate
Send prior to commencement date of Lease
Master Lease Purchase Agreement
This Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated as of April 12, 2012 (this “Master Lease”) is entered into by and between Apple Inc.
(“Lessor”) and ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT (“Lessee”).
1. MASTER LEASE; SCHEDULES. Subject to the terms of this Master Lease, Lessee agrees to lease, purchase and acquire
from Lessor certain equipment and/or software (the “Equipment”) as may be described in any lease schedule in the form of
Exhibit A (each, a “Schedule”) which may be executed by the parties from time to time. Nothing in this Master Lease shall be
construed to impose any obligation upon, or otherwise commit, Lessor to enter into any proposed Schedule, it being understood
that whether Lessor enters into any proposed Schedule shall be a decision solely within Lessor’s discretion. Lessee understands
that Lessor requires certain documentation and information necessary to enter into any Schedule, and Lessee agrees to provide
Lessor with any documentation or information Lessor may request in connection with Lessor’s review of any proposed Schedule.
Such documentation may include but shall not be limited to: (a) a description of the proposed Equipment, including the cost and
its contemplated use and location, (b) information related to the vendor(s) manufacturing, licensing (subject to the terms of the
Vendor's applicable end user license agreement(s)), delivering, installing or maintaining the proposed Equipment for Lessee (the
“Vendor”), (c) documentation or information concerning the financial condition of Lessee, and (d) other information related to the
Schedule and Lessee. The terms and conditions of this Master Lease (including all exhibits and any amendments hereto), are
incorporated by reference into each Schedule and each Schedule, once executed by Lessor and Lessee, shall constitute a
separate and independent lease and installment purchase of the Equipment identified therein, hereinafter referred to as a
“Lease.”
2. INVOICE PAYMENT OR REIMBURSEMENT. With respect to any Lease, and subject to the provisions of Section 3 if
applicable, Lessor shall have no obligation whatsoever to make any payment to a Vendor or reimburse Lessee for any payment
made to a Vendor for the Equipment that is the subject of such Lease until three (3) business days after Lessor’s receipt of the
following in form and substance satisfactory to Lessor in its sole discretion: (a) a Schedule executed by a duly authorized
representative of Lessee; (b) a fully executed partial or final acceptance certificate as applicable, in the form of Exhibit B
(“Acceptance Certificate”); (c) a resolution or evidence of other official action taken by Lessee’s governing body authorizing
Lessee to enter into the related Lease and any applicable Escrow Agreement, the acquisition of the Equipment subject thereto,
and confirming that Lessee’s actions were in accordance with all applicable state, local and federal laws, including laws
regarding open meetings and public bidding; (d) evidence of insurance with respect to the Equipment in accordance with the
provisions of Section 15 of this Master Lease; (e) a Vendor invoice for the Equipment and, if such invoice has been paid by
Lessee, evidence of payment thereof and, if applicable, evidence of official intent to reimburse such payment as required by the
Treasury Regulations; (f) a completed and executed Form 8038-G or 8038-GC; (g) an Incumbency Certificate substantially in the
form attached as Exhibit C; (h) a Bank Qualification Designation substantially in the form attached as Exhibit D; (i) Lease
Payment Instructions substantially in the form attached as Exhibit E; (j) Insurance Coverage Requirements in the form attached
as Exhibit F; (k) an opinion of Lessee’s counsel substantially in the form attached as Exhibit G; and (l) such other documents,
items, or information reasonably required by Lessor.
3. ESCROW AGREEMENT. Upon agreement by both Lessee and Lessor as to any Lease, the parties shall enter into an
escrow agreement (an “Escrow Agreement”) with an escrow agent selected by Lessee, such selection subject to Lessor’s
approval, establishing an account from which the cost of the Equipment subject to such Lease is to be paid (the “Escrow
Account”). Upon execution and delivery of an Escrow Agreement by the parties thereto and satisfaction of any conditions
precedent set forth in Section 2 of this Master Lease or in such Escrow Agreement, Lessor shall deposit or cause to be
deposited into the Escrow Account under the related Escrow Agreement funds for the payment of the costs of acquiring the
Equipment under such Lease. Lessee acknowledges and agrees that no disbursements shall be made from an Escrow Account
except for portions of the Equipment that are operationally complete and functionally independent and that may be fully utilized
by Lessee without regard to whether the balance of the Equipment is delivered and accepted.
4. DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE OF EQUIPMENT. Lessee shall order the Equipment, cause the Equipment to be delivered
and installed at the location specified in each Lease, and pay any and all delivery and installation costs and applicable sales and
other taxes in connection therewith. When the Equipment identified in any Lease has been delivered and installed, Lessee shall
immediately inspect the Equipment and evidence its acceptance by executing and delivering to Lessor the Acceptance
Certificate. If Lessee signed a purchase contract for the Equipment, by signing a Schedule Lessee assigns its rights, but none of
its obligations under the purchase contract, to Lessor.
5. LEASE PAYMENTS. Lessee agrees to pay “Lease Payments” to Lessor in accordance with the payment schedule set forth
in each Lease, exclusively from legally available funds, consisting of principal and interest components in the amounts and on
such dates as provided in each Lease. Lessee shall pay Lessor a charge on any Lease Payment not paid on the date such
payment is due at the rate of 12% per annum or the highest lawful rate, whichever is less, from such due date until paid. The
“Commencement Date” for each Lease is the date when interest commences to accrue under such Lease, which date shall be
the earlier of (a) the date Lessee partially or fully accepts the Equipment pursuant to Section 4, or (b) the date of Lessor’s
deposit into an Escrow Account of sufficient monies to purchase the Equipment. Lessor will advise Lessee as to the address to
which Lease Payments shall be sent. The Lease Payment is due whether or not Lessee receives an invoice. Restrictive
endorsements on checks sent by Lessee will not reduce Lessee’s obligations to Lessor. Unless a proper exemption certificate is
provided, applicable sales and use taxes may be paid by Lessee from funds advanced to Lessee by Lessor for such purpose in
connection with the execution and delivery of the related Lease or may be paid by Lessee pursuant to Section 4 hereof. Lessor
and Lessee understand and intend that the obligation of Lessee to pay Lease Payments under each Lease shall
constitute a current expense of Lessee and shall not in any way be construed to be a debt of Lessee in contravention of
any applicable constitutional or statutory limitation or requirement concerning the creation of indebtedness or debt by
Lessee, nor shall anything contained in this Master Lease or in any Lease constitute a pledge of the general tax
revenues, funds or monies of Lessee.
6. NON-APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS. Lessee is obligated to pay Lease Payments under each Lease for each fiscal period as
may lawfully be made from funds budgeted and appropriated for that purpose for such fiscal period. Lessee currently intends to
remit and reasonably believes that funds in an amount sufficient to remit all Lease Payments and other payments under each
Lease can and will lawfully be appropriated and made available to permit Lessee’s continued utilization of the Equipment under
such Lease and the performance of its essential function during the scheduled “Lease Term” as reflected in each Lease. Lessee
currently intends to do all things lawfully within its power to obtain and maintain funds from which the Lease Payments under
each Lease may be made, including making provision for such payments to the extent necessary in each budget or
appropriation request adopted in accordance with applicable provisions of law.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, Lessor
acknowledges that the decision whether or not to budget and appropriate funds or to extend the term of a Lease for any period
beyond the original or any additional fiscal period is within the discretion of the governing body of Lessee. In the event that
Lessee’s governing body fails or is unwilling to budget, appropriate or otherwise make available funds for the payment of Lease
Payments and other payments, if any, under a Lease following the then current fiscal period (an “Event of Non-appropriation”),
Lessee shall have the right to terminate such Lease on the last day of the fiscal period for which sufficient appropriations were
made without penalty or expense, except as to the portion of any Lease Payment for which funds shall have been appropriated
and budgeted, in which event Lessee shall return the Equipment subject to such Lease in accordance with Section 19 of this
Master Lease. Lessee agrees to deliver notice to Lessor of such Event of Non-appropriation with respect to a Lease and
termination at least thirty (30) days prior to the end of the then current fiscal period, but failure to give such notice shall not
extend the term of the affected Lease beyond such then current fiscal period.
7. UNCONDITIONAL OBLIGATION. UPON THE COMMENCEMENT DATE OF A LEASE PURSUANT TO SECTION 5 OF
THIS MASTER LEASE, AND EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 6, "NON-APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS," THE
OBLIGATIONS OF LESSEE TO MAKE LEASE PAYMENTS AND TO PERFORM AND OBSERVE THE OTHER COVENANTS
AND AGREEMENTS CONTAINED IN EACH LEASE SHALL BE ABSOLUTE AND UNCONDITIONAL IN ALL EVENTS
WITHOUT ABATEMENT, DIMINUTION, DEDUCTION, SET-OFF OR DEFENSE, FOR ANY REASON INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT TO BE DELIVERED OR INSTALLED, ANY DISPUTES WITH LESSOR OR
ANY VENDOR OF ANY EQUIPMENT, DEFECTS, MALFUNCTIONS OR BREAKDOWNS IN THE EQUIPMENT, ANY
ACCIDENT, CONDEMNATION, DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION, OR UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCE, OR ANY TEMPORARY OR
PERMANENT LOSS OF ITS USE.
8. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES. THE SOLE WARRANTY FOR THE EQUIPMENT IS THE APPLICABLE PRODUCT
WARRANTY (DEFINED BELOW). LESSOR MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, AS TO THE EQUIPMENT’S MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SUITABILITY, DESIGN, CONDITION, DURABILITY, OPERATION, QUALITY OF MATERIALS OR
WORKMANSHIP, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COMPLIANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS OR APPLICABLE LAW, OR THAT THE
OPERATION OR USE OF THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE OR FREE OF ERRORS, DEFECTS,
VIRUSES, MALFUNCTIONS, AND LESSEE, AS OF THE DATE OF LESSEE’S ACCEPTANCE AS SET FORTH IN SECTION
4, ACCEPTS SUCH EQUIPMENT AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS. LESSEE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT LESSEE HAS
SELECTED THE EQUIPMENT BASED UPON LESSEE’S OWN JUDGMENT. Lessee acknowledges that the Equipment was
manufactured and/or assembled, or in the case of software was developed and licensed, by the applicable Vendor and that any
warranty rights with respect to such Equipment shall be provided by the applicable Vendor (the “Product Warranty”). Lessee
agrees to settle any dispute it may have regarding performance of the Equipment directly with the applicable Vendor and not to
make any claim against the Lease Payments due Lessor or any Assignee (as hereinafter defined). Lessee agrees to continue
to pay Lessor, or such Assignee (as applicable), all Lease Payments and other payments without abatement or set off for any
dispute with a Vendor regarding the Equipment. Nothing in this Master Lease or in any Lease shall relieve Apple Inc. of its
obligations under the Product Warranty offered by Apple Inc. for applicable Apple-branded Equipment. Lessee acknowledges
and agrees that the Product Warranty is a separate agreement between Lessee and the applicable Vendor and that such
Product Warranty is not a part of this Master Lease or any Lease.
9. TITLE AND SECURITY INTEREST. Unless otherwise required by the laws of the state where Lessee is located, during each
Lease Term, title to the Equipment shall be vested in Lessee, subject to the rights of Lessor under such Lease. In the event
Lessor terminates a Lease pursuant to Section 17 of this Master Lease or an Event of Non-Appropriation occurs under a Lease,
title to the related Equipment shall immediately vest in Lessor free and clear of any rights, title or interests of Lessee. Lessee, at
its expense, shall protect and defend Lessee’s title to the Equipment and Lessor’s rights and interests therein and keep the
Equipment free and clear from any and all claims, liens, encumbrances and legal processes of Lessee’s creditors and other
persons.
To secure the payment of all of Lessee’s obligations under each Lease, Lessee hereby grants to Lessor a first priority purchase
money security interest in the Equipment subject to each such Lease, anything attached or added to the Equipment by Lessee at
any time, Lessee’s rights under each agreement for the licensing of software to the extent that a security interest therein may be
granted without violating the terms of such agreement, and on all proceeds, including proceeds from any insurance claims for
loss or damage, from such Equipment. Lessee authorizes Lessor to file a financing statement perfecting Lessor’s security
interest under the laws of Lessee’s state. Lessee agrees to promptly execute such additional documents, in a form satisfactory
to Lessor, which Lessor deems necessary or appropriate to establish and maintain its security interest in the Equipment. The
Equipment is and will remain personal property and will not be deemed to be affixed to or a part of the real estate on which it
may be situated. If applicable, as further security therefor, Lessee hereby grants to Lessor a first priority security interest in the
cash and negotiable instruments from time to time comprising each Escrow Account and all proceeds (cash and non-cash)
thereof, and agrees with respect thereto that Lessor shall have all the rights and remedies of a secured party under the
applicable Uniform Commercial Code.
10. USE, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR. Upon installation, no item of Equipment will be moved from the location specified for
it in the related Lease (the “Equipment Location”) without Lessor’s prior consent, which consent will not be unreasonably
withheld, except that any items of Equipment that are intended by design to be a mobile piece of technology (i.e. laptop
computers) may be moved within the continental U.S. without consent. Lessor shall have the right at all reasonable times during
regular business hours, subject to compliance with Lessee’s customary security procedures, to enter into and upon the property
of Lessee for the purpose of inspecting the Equipment. In order to facilitate the use of the Equipment by students and/or
Lessee’s employees (“Authorized Users”) while on premises other than those belonging to Lessee, Lessee acknowledges and
agrees that: (a) Lessee shall use due care to ensure that the Equipment is not (i) used in violation of any applicable law, in a
manner contrary to that contemplated by the related Lease, or for private business purposes, or (ii) used by anyone other than
Authorized Users; and (b) Lessee (and not Authorized Users) shall be solely responsible for (i) maintaining insurance in
accordance with the terms of the related Lease, (ii) payment of any applicable sales, property and other taxes on the
Equipment, and (iii) return of the Equipment under a Lease to Lessor upon the occurrence of an Event of Default or Event of
Non-appropriation thereunder. Lessee agrees that it will use the Equipment under each Lease in the manner for which it was
intended, as required by all applicable manuals and instructions and as required to keep the Equipment eligible for any
manufacturer's certification and/or standard, full service maintenance contract. Lessee agrees that it will, at Lessee’s own cost
and expense, maintain, preserve and keep the Equipment under each Lease in good repair, condition and working order,
ordinary wear and tear excepted. All replacement parts and repairs shall be governed by the terms of the related Lease. Lessee
will not make any permanent alterations to the Equipment that will result in a decrease in the market value of the Equipment.
11. LIENS; TAXES. LESSEE WILL NOT SELL, TRANSFER, ASSIGN, PLEDGE, SUB-LEASE OR PART WITH POSSESSION
OF THE EQUIPMENT, OR FILE OR PERMIT A LIEN TO BE FILED AGAINST THE EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED UNDER THIS MASTER LEASE AND THE RELATED LEASE. The parties to this Master Lease intend
that the Equipment will be used for governmental or proprietary purposes of Lessee and that the Equipment will be exempt from
all property taxes. Lessee shall timely pay all assessments, license and filing fees, taxes (including sales, use, excise, personal
property, ad valorem, stamp, documentary and other taxes) and all other governmental charges, fees, fines or penalties
whatsoever, whether payable by Lessor or Lessee, now or hereafter imposed by any governmental body or agency on or
relating to the Equipment or the Lease Payments or the use, registration, rental, shipment, transportation, delivery, ownership or
operation of the Equipment and on or relating to this Master Lease or any Lease; provided, however, that the foregoing shall not
include any federal, state or local income or franchise taxes of Lessor.
12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY, LESSOR. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY DIRECT DAMAGES OF LESSEE RESULTING FROM, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF THE
THEORY OF LIABILITY. FURTHER, NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY, with respect to each Lease,
Lessee agrees that (a) Lessor shall have no liability, cost or expense with respect to transportation, installation, selection,
purchase, lease, ownership, possession, modification, maintenance, condition, operation, use, return or disposition of the
Equipment, and (b) Lessor shall have no responsibility in connection with the selection of the Equipment, the ordering of the
Equipment, its suitability for the use intended by Lessee, Lessee’s compliance or non-compliance with competitive pricing and/or
bidding requirements, the acceptance by the Vendor of the order submitted, if applicable, or any delay or failure by the Vendor
or its sales representative to, deliver, install, or maintain the Equipment for Lessee’s use. IN NO EVENT SHALL LESSOR BE
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES IN
CONNECTION WITH OR ARISING OUT OF ANY LEASE OR THE EXISTENCE, FURNISHING, FUNCTIONING OR LESSEE’S
USE OF ANY ITEM OF EQUIPMENT PROVIDED FOR IN ANY LEASE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY
OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY AND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER LESSOR HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE PARTIES AGREE THAT THE PROVISIONS IN THIS MASTER
LEASE FAIRLY ALLOCATE THE RISKS BETWEEN THE PARTIES WITHOUT WHICH THEY WOULD NOT HAVE ENTERED
INTO THIS MASTER LEASE.
13. IDENTIFICATION. Lessor shall be entitled to insert missing or correct information on the related Lease, including, without
limitation, Lessee’s official name, serial numbers and any other information describing the Equipment under such Lease;
provided that Lessor forwards copies of such changes to Lessee.
14. LOSS OR DAMAGE. Lessee shall be responsible for any loss, theft of and/or damage to the Equipment or any portion
thereof from any cause whatsoever, regardless of the extent or lack of insurance coverage, from the time the Equipment is
delivered to Lessee pursuant to the related Lease until the end of the Lease Term thereunder or until the Equipment is returned
to Lessor pursuant to Section 19 of this Master Lease. If any item of the Equipment is lost, stolen or damaged, Lessee shall
immediately provide written notice of such loss to Lessor and shall, within fifteen (15) days after such loss, at Lessee’s option,
either: (a) repair the damaged Equipment so that it is in good condition and working order, eligible for any manufacturer's
certification, (b) replace the damaged Equipment at Lessee’s sole cost and expense with equipment having substantially similar
manufacturer's specifications and of equal or greater value to the damaged Equipment immediately prior to such Equipment
being damaged, such replacement equipment to be subject to Lessor’s approval, whereupon such replacement equipment shall
be substituted in the applicable Lease and the other related documents by appropriate endorsement or amendment; or (c)
pursuant to Section 18(b), purchase Lessor's interest in the damaged Equipment on a pro rata basis (notwithstanding the
limitation in Section 18(b) only to prepaying in whole) and continue the related Lease for the non-damaged Equipment for the
balance of the applicable Lease Term. In such event, Lessor will provide Lessee with a revised amortization of Lease Payments
for the non-damaged Equipment. Lessor will forward to Lessee any insurance proceeds which Lessor receives for damaged
Equipment for Lessee’s use in the repair or replacement of the damaged Equipment, unless there has been an Event of Default
or an Event of Non-appropriation by Lessee, in which event Lessor will apply any insurance proceeds received to reduce
Lessee’s obligations under Section 17 of this Master Lease.
15. INSURANCE. In the event that Lessee is not self-insured (as hereafter provided), Lessee shall, at its expense, keep the
Equipment fully insured against loss, fire, theft, damage or destruction from any cause whatsoever in an amount not less than
the greater of (a) the total Lease Payments for the Lease Term under the related Lease or (b) the full replacement cost of the
Equipment without consideration for depreciation. Upon Lessor’s request, Lessee shall also provide such additional insurance
against injury, loss or damage to persons or property arising out of the use or operation of the Equipment as is customarily
maintained by owners of property similar to the Equipment. With Lessor’s prior written consent, Lessee may self-insure against
such risks. The policy shall state that Lessor shall be notified of any proposed cancellation at least 30 days prior to the date set
for cancellation. All such insurance shall be in form, issued by such insurance companies and be in such amounts as shall be
satisfactory to Lessor, and shall provide that losses, if any, shall be payable to Lessor as “loss payee,” and all such liability
insurance shall include Lessor as an “additional insured.” Upon Lessor’s request, Lessee shall provide Lessor with a certificate
or other evidence of insurance acceptable to Lessor evidencing the insurance coverage required under the related Lease. In the
event Lessee fails to provide such evidence within 10 days of Lessor’s request, or upon Lessor’s receipt of a notice of policy
cancellation, Lessor may (but shall not be obligated to) obtain insurance covering Lessor’s interest in the Equipment at Lessee’s
sole expense. Lessee will pay all insurance premiums and related charges.
16. DEFAULT. Lessee will be in default under a Lease upon the occurrence of any of the following (each, an “Event of
Default”): (a) Lessee fails to pay any Lease Payment or other payment due in full under such Lease within 10 calendar days after
its due date; (b) Lessee fails to perform or observe any other promise or obligation in this Master Lease and/or any Lease and
does not correct the default within 30 days after written notice of default by Lessor; (c) any representation, warranty or statement
made by Lessee in this Master Lease or any Lease shall prove to have been false or misleading in any material respect when
made; (d) Lessee fails to obtain and maintain insurance as required by Section 15, or any insurance carrier cancels any
insurance on the Equipment; (e) the Equipment or any portion thereof is misused, used in a manner not authorized by the
applicable end user license agreement (if any) accompanying such Equipment, or used in violation of the terms of the related
Lease; (f) the Equipment or any part thereof is lost, destroyed, or damaged beyond repair and remains uncured in accordance
with Section 14; (g) a petition is filed by or against Lessee under any bankruptcy or insolvency laws; or (h) an Event of Default
occurs under any other Lease or prior financing with Lessor or assigns or their respective affiliates, but any such Assignee may
only exercise remedies with respect to other Leases for which it is the Assignee.
17. REMEDIES. Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default under a Lease, Lessor may, in its sole discretion, do any or all of
the following (without penalty, liability or obligation on Lessor’s part and without limiting any other rights or remedies available to
Lessor): (a) provide written notice to Lessee of the Event of Default; (b) as liquidated damages for loss of a bargain, and not as a
penalty, declare due and payable any and all amounts which may then be due and payable under the Lease, plus all Lease
Payments remaining through the end of the then current fiscal period; (c) with or without terminating the Lease Term under such
Lease, (i) enter the premises where the Equipment is located and retake possession of such Equipment or require Lessee at
Lessee’s expense to promptly return any or all of such Equipment to the possession of Lessor in accordance with the
requirements in Section 19, and (ii) at Lessee’s expense, sell or lease such Equipment or, for the account of Lessee, sublease
such Equipment, continuing to hold Lessee liable for the difference between the Lease Payment payable by Lessee pursuant to
the terms of such Lease to the end of the current fiscal period and the net proceeds of any such sale, lease or sublease. Lessor
may require Lessee to remove all proprietary data from the Equipment, holding Lessor and its assigns harmless if Lessee fails to
do so. Lessee will not make any claims against Lessor or the Equipment for trespass, damage or any other reason. The
exercise of any of such remedies shall not relieve Lessee of any other liabilities under any other Lease. Without limiting the
foregoing, Lessor may take whatever action, either at law or in equity, may appear necessary or desirable to enforce its rights
under any Lease, or as a secured party in any or all of the Equipment. No remedy of Lessor is intended to be exclusive and
every such remedy, now or hereafter existing, at law or in equity, shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other
remedy given under a Lease. In the event that Lessor sells or otherwise liquidates the Equipment following an Event of Default
or an Event of Non-appropriation as herein provided and realizes net proceeds (after payment of costs) in excess of total Lease
Payments under the related Lease that would have been paid during the related scheduled Lease Term plus any other amounts
then due under the related Lease or Leases, Lessor shall immediately pay the amount of any such excess to Lessee.
18. PURCHASE OPTION. At the option of Lessee, and provided that no Event of Default or Event of Non-appropriation has
occurred and/or is continuing under any Lease, Lessor’s interest in all, but not less than all, of the Equipment subject to a Lease
will be transferred, conveyed and assigned to Lessee, free and clear of any right or interest of Lessor, and such Lease shall
terminate: (a) upon payment in full of all Lease Payments under such Lease and all other amounts then due thereunder or (b) on
any Lease Payment due date under such Lease, provided that Lessee shall have delivered written notice at least 30 days prior
to such date of Lessee’s intention to purchase the Equipment subject to such Lease pursuant to this provision, by paying to
Lessor, in addition to the Lease Payment due on such date, an amount equal to the purchase price (the “Purchase Price”) shown
for such Lease Payment due date in the payment schedule included in the applicable Lease. Lessee hereby acknowledges that
the Purchase Price under a Lease includes a prepayment premium.
19. RETURN OF EQUIPMENT. In the case of an Event of Default under a Lease or an Event of Non-appropriation by Lessee
with respect to a Lease in accordance with Section 6, Lessee will, at Lessee’s sole cost and expense, immediately return the
Equipment (including all copies of any software free of any proprietary data), manuals, and accessories to any location and
aboard any carrier Lessor may designate in the continental United States. The Equipment must be properly packed for shipment
in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or specifications, freight prepaid and insured, and maintained in
accordance with the terms of the related Lease. All Equipment must be free of markings. Lessee will pay Lessor for any
missing or defective parts or accessories. Lessee will continue to pay Lease Payments until the Equipment is accepted by
Lessor, which acceptance shall be deemed to occur fifteen (15) days after delivery unless Lessor rejects the Equipment for good
cause within such fifteen (15) day period. Notwithstanding anything in this Section 19 to the contrary, any amounts to be paid by
Lessee as provided in this Section 19 shall be payable solely from funds legally available for the purpose.
20. LESSEE’S REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES. Lessee hereby represents, covenants and warrants for the benefit
of Lessor that as of the date hereof and as of Commencement Date for each Lease, and throughout each Lease Term: (a)
Lessee is a state or political subdivision thereof within the meaning of Section 103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as
amended (the “Code”); (b) Lessee is duly organized and existing under the Constitution and laws of the state in which Lessee is
located; (c) Lessee is authorized to enter into and carry out its obligations under this Master Lease and each Lease and every
other document required to be delivered in connection with this Master Lease and a Lease; (d) this Master Lease and each
Lease have been duly authorized, executed and delivered by Lessee in accordance with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances,
regulations, and policies; (e) any person signing the Master Lease and each Lease has the authority to do so, is acting with the
full express authorization of Lessee’s governing body, and holds the office indicated below his or her signature, which is
genuine; (f) the Equipment is essential to the immediate performance of a governmental or proprietary function by Lessee within
the scope of Lessee’s authority and shall be used during the Lease Term only by Lessee and only to perform such function; (g)
Lessee intends to use the Equipment for the entire Lease Term and shall take such action, in accordance with Section 6, to
include in its annual budget request, for submission to Lessee’s governing body, any funds required to fulfill Lessee’s obligations
for each succeeding fiscal period during the applicable Lease Term; (h) Lessee has complied fully with all applicable laws,
codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies, governing open meetings, competitive pricing and/or public bidding and
appropriations required in connection with each Lease, the selection and acquisition of the Equipment and the selection of
Vendor; (i) all payments due and to become due during Lessee’s current fiscal period under a Lease are within the fiscal budget
of such fiscal period, and are or will be included within an unrestricted and unencumbered appropriation currently available for
the lease/purchase of the Equipment under the related Lease; (j) Lessee shall not do or cause to be done any act which shall
cause, or by omission of any act allow, the interest portion of any Lease Payment to become includible in Lessor’s gross income
for Federal income taxation purposes under the Code; (k) Lessee shall comply with the information reporting requirements of
Section 149(e) of the Code with respect to each Lease (such compliance shall include, but not be limited to, the execution of
Form 8038-G or 8038-GC information reporting returns as appropriate); (l) all financial information provided by Lessee is true
and accurate and fairly represents Lessee’s financial condition; (m) Lessee has not for at least its most recent ten fiscal periods
failed to appropriate or otherwise make available funds sufficient to pay rental or other payments coming due under any lease
purchase, installment sale or other similar agreement; (n) there is no litigation, pending or threatened that would materially
adversely affect the transactions contemplated by this Master Lease, any Lease or the financial condition of Lessee; and (o) any
and all Equipment that Lessee leases, purchases and/or acquires pursuant to this Master Lease and any Lease hereunder is for
Lessee’s internal purposes only and Lessee is not and will not lease, purchase or acquire the Equipment for resale.
21. ASSIGNMENT. Lessor may, upon notice to Lessee but without Lessee’s consent, sell, assign, or transfer from time to time
Lessor’s rights, title, and interest under this Master Lease and/or any Lease or Leases or interest therein, including the right to
receive Lease Payments under a Lease and Lessor’s security interest in the Equipment under a Lease and any related Escrow
Agreement to one or more assignees or subassignees (each, an “Assignee”). Lessee agrees that, upon such assignment, the
Assignee will have the same rights and benefits of Lessor under the terms of the related Lease. Lessee agrees that the rights of
Assignee will not be subject to any claims, defenses, or set-offs that Lessee may have against any Vendor. Upon notice to
Lessee of such assignment, Lessee agrees to respond to any requests about the related Lease and, if directed by Lessor, to pay
Assignee all Lease Payments and other amounts due under such Lease. Lessee hereby appoints Lessor as its agent to
maintain a record of all assignments of each Lease in a form sufficient to comply with the registration requirements of Section
149(a) of the Code and the regulations prescribed thereunder from time to time, and Lessor agrees to maintain such registration
record.
22. ADDITIONAL PAYMENTS. Lessor may, but is not obligated to, take on Lessee’s behalf any action which Lessee fails to
take as required by any Lease, and Lessee shall pay any expenses incurred by Lessor in taking such action, which will be in
addition to the Lease Payments as set forth in the related Lease.
23. RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION. To the extent permitted by applicable state law and subject to Section 6, Lessee shall
indemnify, release, protect, hold harmless, save and defend Lessor from and against any and all liability, obligation, loss, claim,
tax and damage whatsoever, regardless of the cause thereof, and all costs and expenses in connection therewith (including,
without limitation, attorneys’ fees) arising out of or resulting from (a) entering into this Master Lease and/or any Lease; (b) the
ownership of any item of Equipment; (c) the ordering, acquisition, use, installation, deployment, testing, operation, condition,
purchase, delivery, rejection, storage or return of any item of Equipment; (d) any damage to property or personal injury or death
of any person in connection with the operation, use, installation, deployment, testing, condition, possession, storage or return of
any item of Equipment, or in connection with or resulting from Lessee’s acts, omissions, negligence, misconduct or breach of
any provision of this Master Lease or any Lease(s) hereunder; and/or (e) the breach of any covenant or any material
representation of Lessee contained in this Master Lease or any Lease. The indemnification obligations set forth herein shall
continue in full force and effect notwithstanding the payment in full of all obligations under any Lease or the termination of the
Lease Term under any Lease for any reason.
24. MISCELLANEOUS. Each Lease, together with this Master Lease, contains the entire agreement of the parties regarding the
subject matter hereof which is limited to lease financing. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE IN EACH LEASE. If a court of competent
jurisdiction finds any provision of any Lease to be unenforceable, the remaining terms of such Lease shall remain in full force
and effect. Each Lease may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of
which shall constitute but one and the same instrument; provided, however, that only counterpart one of each Lease (including
the terms and conditions of this Master Lease incorporated therein by reference) shall constitute the original for such Lease for
purposes of the sale or transfer of such Lease as chattel paper. References herein to “Lessor” shall be deemed to include each
of its Assignees from and after the effective date of each assignment; references herein to “Lessor” shall not refer to Apple Inc.
in its capacity as a Vendor or in any capacity other than as a lessor hereunder. The captions or heading in this Master Lease and
in each Lease are for convenience only and in no way define, limit or describe the scope or intent of any provisions. This Master
Lease and each Lease will be governed by the laws of the state where Lessee is located without regard to the conflict of law
principles thereof. Lessor and Lessee both intend to comply with all applicable laws. If it is determined that Lessee’s payments
under the Lease result in an interest payment higher than allowed by applicable law, then any excess interest collected will be
applied to the repayment of principal, and interest will be charged at the highest rate allowed by law.
25. NOTICES. All written notices under any Lease must be sent by certified mail or recognized overnight delivery service,
postage prepaid, to the addresses as stated on each Lease, or by facsimile transmission, with written confirmation of receipt.
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE SIGNING. THE TERMS OF THIS MASTER LEASE AND EACH LEASE SHOULD BE READ
CAREFULLY BECAUSE ONLY THOSE TERMS IN WRITING ARE ENFORCEABLE. TERMS OR ORAL PROMISES WHICH
ARE NOT CONTAINED IN THIS MASTER LEASE OR A LEASE MAY NOT BE LEGALLY ENFORCED. THE TERMS OF THIS
MASTER LEASE OR A LEASE MAY ONLY BE CHANGED BY ANOTHER WRITTEN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
PARTIES. EXCEPT FOR AN EVENT OF NON-APPROPRIATION, EACH LEASE IS NOT CANCELABLE BY LESSEE.
LESSOR:
APPLE INC.
LESSEE: ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
308 N. Olive Street
Media, PA 19063
BY: X ________________________________________
BY: X________________________________________
TITLE: X _____________________________________
NAME/TITLE: X_________________________________
FED TAX ID#:
X__________________________
EXHIBIT A
SCHEDULE NO. PUB11064 DATED April 11, 2012 TO MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT DATED April 12, 2012
This Schedule No. PUB11064 (“Schedule”) is entered into pursuant to that Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated April 12,
2012 (“Master Lease”), and is effective as of April 11, 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
Computer Hardware--See attached Exhibit 1.
LEASE PAYMENT SCHEDULE
No. of Payment
Commencement
1
2
3
4
GRAND TOTAL
Promotional
Interest Rate
Date
05/12/2012
05/12/2012
05/12/2013
05/12/2014
05/12/2015
Payment
$ 54,278.01
$ 54,278.01
$ 54,278.01
$ 54,278.01
$217,112.04
Interest
$
$
$
$
$
4,807.94
3,254.58
1,652.44
9,714.96
Principal
$
$
$
$
$
54,278.01
49,470.07
51,023.43
52,625.57
207,397.08
Balance
$207,397.08
$153,119.07
$103,649.00
$ 52,625.57
Purchase Option
Price
$156,181.45
$105,721.98
$ 53,678.08
3.14%
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: May 15, 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. PUB11064
under Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated April 12, 2012
Description
BH117LL/A MacBook Pro 5-pack (13.3"/
2.4GHz/4GB/500GB/SuperDrive) with AppleCare
Protection Plan Auto-Enroll (packaged 5 in a single
box)
D6009Z/A Numbers '09 Volume Licenses: 20+ seats, price per
seat
D6007Z/A Keynote '09 Volume Licenses: 20+ seats, price per
seat
D6012Z/A Pages '09 Volume Licenses: 20+ seats, price per
seat
BH414LL/A iPad 32GB with Wi-Fi - Black (10-pack) with
AppleCare+
Qty
22
110
110
110
11
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. PUB11064 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. PUB11064 (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. PUB11064, dated April 11, 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 E
LEASE PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Pursuant to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated April 12, 2012 (the “Master Lease”), Schedule No. PUB11064,
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 #
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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.
8038-G
Form
(Rev. September 2011)
Information Return for Tax-Exempt Governmental Obligations
a Under
Internal Revenue Code section 149(e)
a See separate instructions.
Caution: If the issue price is under $100,000, use Form 8038-GC.
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Part I
1
Reporting Authority
OMB No. 1545-0720
If Amended Return, check here
2
Issuer’s name
a
Issuer’s employer identification number (EIN)
3a Name of person (other than issuer) with whom the IRS may communicate about this return (see instructions)
3b Telephone number of other person shown on 3a
4
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
5
Report number (For IRS Use Only)
6
City, town, or post office, state, and ZIP code
7
Date of issue
8
Name of issue
9
CUSIP number
Room/suite
3
10a Name and title of officer or other employee of the issuer whom the IRS may call for more information (see
instructions)
10b Telephone number of officer or other
employee shown on 10a
Part II
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Type of Issue (enter the issue price). See the instructions and attach schedule.
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Health and hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Public safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environment (including sewage bonds) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Utilities
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other. Describe a
If obligations are TANs or RANs, check only box 19a . . . . . . . . . . . .
If obligations are BANs, check only box 19b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If obligations are in the form of a lease or installment sale, check box . . . . . . .
Part III
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
(c) Stated redemption
price at maturity
(b) Issue price
$
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11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
a
a
a
(d) Weighted
average maturity
$
(e) Yield
years
%
Uses of Proceeds of Bond Issue (including underwriters’ discount)
Proceeds used for accrued interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Issue price of entire issue (enter amount from line 21, column (b)) . . . . . . . .
Proceeds used for bond issuance costs (including underwriters’ discount) . .
24
Proceeds used for credit enhancement . . . . . . . . . . . .
25
Proceeds allocated to reasonably required reserve or replacement fund .
26
Proceeds used to currently refund prior issues
. . . . . . . . .
27
Proceeds used to advance refund prior issues
. . . . . . . . .
28
Total (add lines 24 through 28) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nonrefunding proceeds of the issue (subtract line 29 from line 23 and enter amount here)
Part V
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Description of Obligations. Complete for the entire issue for which this form is being filed.
(a) Final maturity date
Part IV
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22
23
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29
30
Description of Refunded Bonds. Complete this part only for refunding bonds.
31
Enter the remaining weighted average maturity of the bonds to be currently refunded . . . .
32
Enter the remaining weighted average maturity of the bonds to be advance refunded . . . .
33
Enter the last date on which the refunded bonds will be called (MM/DD/YYYY) . . . . . .
34
Enter the date(s) the refunded bonds were issued a (MM/DD/YYYY)
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see separate instructions.
Cat. No. 63773S
a
a
years
years
a
Form 8038-G (Rev. 9-2011)
Page 2
Form 8038-G (Rev. 9-2011)
Part VI
35
36a
Miscellaneous
Enter the amount of the state volume cap allocated to the issue under section 141(b)(5) . . . .
Enter the amount of gross proceeds invested or to be invested in a guaranteed investment contract
(GIC) (see instructions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35
36a
b Enter the final maturity date of the GIC a
c Enter the name of the GIC provider a
37
Pooled financings: Enter the amount of the proceeds of this issue that are to be used to make loans
to other governmental units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38a
b
c
d
39
40
41a
b
c
d
42
43
37
If this issue is a loan made from the proceeds of another tax-exempt issue, check box a
and enter the following information:
Enter the date of the master pool obligation a
Enter the EIN of the issuer of the master pool obligation a
Enter the name of the issuer of the master pool obligation a
a
If the issuer has designated the issue under section 265(b)(3)(B)(i)(III) (small issuer exception), check box . . . .
a
If the issuer has elected to pay a penalty in lieu of arbitrage rebate, check box . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If the issuer has identified a hedge, check here a
and enter the following information:
Name of hedge provider a
Type of hedge a
Term of hedge a
a
If the issuer has superintegrated the hedge, check box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If the issuer has established written procedures to ensure that all nonqualified bonds of this issue are remediated
a
according to the requirements under the Code and Regulations (see instructions), check box . . . . . . . .
If the issuer has established written procedures to monitor the requirements of section 148, check box . . .
If some portion of the proceeds was used to reimburse expenditures, check here a
and enter the amount
of reimbursement . . . . . . . . . a
b Enter the date the official intent was adopted a
44
45a
a
Signature of issuer’s authorized representative
Print/Type preparer’s name
Preparer's signature
Date
F
Paid
Preparer
Use Only
.
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return and accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge
and belief, they are true, correct, and complete. I further declare that I consent to the IRS’s disclosure of the issuer’s return information, as necessary to
process this return, to the person that I have authorized above.
F
Signature
and
Consent
.
Type or print name and title
Date
PTIN
Check
if
self-employed
Firm’s name
a
Firm's EIN
Firm's address
a
Phone no.
a
Form 8038-G (Rev. 9-2011)
Instructions for Form
8038-G
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
(Rev. September 2011)
Information Return for Tax-Exempt Governmental Obligations
Section references are to the Internal
Revenue Code unless otherwise noted.
indenture or other bond documents. See
Where To File next.
General Instructions
Where To File
Purpose of Form
File Form 8038-G, and any attachments,
with the Department of the Treasury,
Internal Revenue Service Center, Ogden,
UT 84201.
Form 8038-G is used by issuers of
tax-exempt governmental obligations to
provide the IRS with the information
required by section 149(e) and to monitor
the requirements of sections 141 through
150.
Who Must File
IF the issue price
THEN, for tax-exempt
(line 21, column (b)) governmental
is...
obligations issued
after December 31,
1986, issuers must
file...
$100,000 or more
A separate Form
8038-G for each issue
Less than $100,000
Form 8038-GC,
Information Return for
Small Tax-Exempt
Governmental Bond
Issues, Leases, and
Installment Sales
For all build America bonds and
recovery zone economic
CAUTION development bonds use Form
8038-B, Information Return for Build
America Bonds and Recovery Zone
Economic Development Bonds. For tax
credit bonds and specified tax credit
bonds use Form 8038-TC, Information
Return for Tax Credit Bonds and
Specified Tax Credit Bonds.
!
When To File
File Form 8038-G on or before the 15th
day of the 2nd calendar month after the
close of the calendar quarter in which the
bond is issued. Form 8038-G may not be
filed before the issue date and must be
completed based on the facts as of the
issue date.
Late filing. An issuer may be granted an
extension of time to file Form 8038-G
under Section 3 of Rev. Proc. 2002-48,
2002-37 I.R.B. 531, if it is determined that
the failure to file timely is not due to willful
neglect. Type or print at the top of the
form “Request for Relief under section 3
of Rev. Proc. 2002-48” and attach a letter
explaining why Form 8038-G was not
submitted to the IRS on time. Also
indicate whether the bond issue in
question is under examination by the IRS.
Do not submit copies of the trust
Sep 20, 2011
Private delivery services. You can use
certain private delivery services
designated by the IRS to meet the “timely
mailing as timely filing/paying” rule for tax
returns and payments. These private
delivery services include only the
following:
• DHL Express (DHL): DHL Same Day
Service.
• Federal Express (FedEx): FedEx
Priority Overnight, FedEx Standard
Overnight, FedEx 2Day, FedEx
International Priority, and FedEx
International First.
• United Parcel Service (UPS): UPS Next
Day Air, UPS Next Day Air Saver, UPS
2nd Day Air, UPS 2nd Day Air A.M., UPS
Worldwide Express Plus, and UPS
Worldwide Express.
The private delivery service can tell
you how to get written proof of the mailing
date.
Other Forms That May Be
Required
For rebating arbitrage (or paying a
penalty in lieu of arbitrage rebate) to the
Federal government, use Form 8038-T,
Arbitrage Rebate, Yield Reduction and
Penalty in Lieu of Arbitrage Rebate.
For private activity bonds, use Form
8038, Information Return for Tax-Exempt
Private Activity Bond Issues.
For build America bonds (Direct Pay),
build America bonds (Tax Credit), and
recovery zone economic development
bonds, complete Form 8038-B,
Information Return for Build America
Bonds and Recovery Zone Economic
Development Bonds.
For qualified forestry conservation
bonds, new clean renewable energy
bonds, qualified energy conservation
bonds, qualified zone academy bonds,
qualified school construction bonds, clean
renewable energy bonds, Midwestern tax
credit bonds, and all other qualified tax
credit bonds (except build America
bonds), file Form 8038-TC, Information
Return for Tax Credit Bonds and
Specified Tax Credit Bonds.
Cat. No. 63774D
Rounding to Whole Dollars
You may show amounts on this return as
whole dollars. To do so, drop amounts
less than 50 cents and increase amounts
from 50 cents through 99 cents to the
next higher dollar.
Questions on Filing Form
8038-G
For specific questions on how to file Form
8038-G send an email to the IRS at
TaxExemptBondQuestions@irs.gov
and put “Form 8038-G Question” in the
subject line. In the email include a
description of your question, a return
email address, the name of a contact
person, and a telephone number.
Definitions
Tax-exempt obligation. This is any
obligation, including a bond, installment
purchase agreement, or financial lease,
on which the interest is excluded from
income under section 103.
Tax-exempt governmental obligation.
A tax-exempt obligation that is not a
private activity bond (see below) is a
tax-exempt governmental obligation. This
includes a bond issued by a qualified
volunteer fire department under section
150(e).
Private activity bond. This includes an
obligation issued as part of an issue in
which:
• More than 10% of the proceeds are to
be used for any private activity business
use, and
• More than 10% of the payment of
principal or interest of the issue is either
(a) secured by an interest in property to
be used for a private business use (or
payments for such property) or (b) to be
derived from payments for property (or
borrowed money) used for a private
business use.
It also includes a bond, the proceeds
of which (a) are to be used directly or
indirectly to make or finance loans (other
than loans described in section 141(c)(2))
to persons other than governmental units
and (b) exceeds the lesser of 5% of the
proceeds or $5 million.
Issue price. The issue price of
obligations is generally determined under
Regulations section 1.148-1(b). Thus,
when issued for cash, the issue price is
the first price at which a substantial
amount of the obligations are sold to the
public. To determine the issue price of an
obligation issued for property, see
sections 1273 and 1274 and the related
regulations.
Issue. Generally, obligations are treated
as part of the same issue if they are
issued by the same issuer, on the same
date, and in a single transaction, or a
series of related transactions. However,
obligations issued during the same
calendar year (a) under a loan agreement
under which amounts are to be advanced
periodically (a “draw-down loan”) or (b)
with a term not exceeding 270 days, may
be treated as part of the same issue if the
obligations are equally and ratably
secured under a single indenture or loan
agreement and are issued under a
common financing arrangement (for
example, under the same official
statement periodically updated to reflect
changing factual circumstances). Also, for
obligations issued under a draw-down
loan that meet the requirements of the
preceding sentence, obligations issued
during different calendar years may be
treated as part of the same issue if all of
the amounts to be advanced under the
draw-down loan are reasonably expected
to be advanced within 3 years of the date
of issue of the first obligation. Likewise,
obligations (other than private activity
bonds) issued under a single agreement
that is in the form of a lease or installment
sale may be treated as part of the same
issue if all of the property covered by that
agreement is reasonably expected to be
delivered within 3 years of the date of
issue of the first obligation.
Arbitrage rebate. Generally, interest on
a state or local bond is not tax-exempt
unless the issuer of the bond rebates to
the United States arbitrage profits earned
from investing proceeds of the bond in
higher yielding nonpurpose investments.
See section 148(f).
Construction issue. This is an issue of
tax-exempt bonds that meets both of the
following conditions:
1. At least 75% of the available
construction proceeds are to be used for
construction expenditures with respect to
property to be owned by a governmental
unit or a section 501(c)(3) organization,
and
2. All the bonds that are part of the
issue are qualified 501(c)(3) bonds,
bonds that are not private activity bonds,
or private activity bonds issued to finance
property to be owned by a governmental
unit or a section 501(c)(3) organization.
In lieu of rebating any arbitrage that
may be owed to the United States, the
issuer of a construction issue may make
an irrevocable election to pay a penalty.
The penalty is equal to 11/2% of the
amount of construction proceeds that do
not meet certain spending requirements.
See section 148(f)(4)(C) and the
Instructions for Form 8038-T.
Specific Instructions
Part I—Reporting Authority
Amended return. An issuer may file an
amended return to change or add to the
information reported on a previously filed
return for the same date of issue. If you
are filing to correct errors or change a
previously filed return, check the
Amended Return box in the heading of
the form.
The amended return must provide all
the information reported on the original
return, in addition to the new or corrected
information. Attach an explanation of the
reason for the amended return and write
across the top, “Amended Return
Explanation.” Failure to attach an
explanation may result in a delay in
processing the form.
Line 1. The issuer’s name is the name of
the entity issuing the obligations, not the
name of the entity receiving the benefit of
the financing. For a lease or installment
sale, the issuer is the lessee or the
purchaser.
Line 2. An issuer that does not have an
employer identification number (EIN)
should apply for one on Form SS-4,
Application for Employer Identification
Number. You can get this form on the IRS
website at IRS.gov or by calling
1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676). You
may receive an EIN by telephone by
following the instructions for Form SS-4.
Line 3a. If the issuer wishes to authorize
a person other than an officer or other
employee of the issuer (including a legal
representative or paid preparer) to
communicate with the IRS and whom the
IRS may contact about this return
(including in writing or by telephone),
enter the name of such person here. The
person listed in line 3a must be an
individual. Do not enter the name and title
of an officer or other employee of the
issuer here (use line 10a for that
purpose).
Note. By authorizing a person other than
an authorized officer or other employee of
the issuer to communicate with the IRS
and whom the IRS may contact about this
return, the issuer authorizes the IRS to
communicate directly with the individual
entered on line 3a and consents to
disclose the issuer’s return information to
that individual, as necessary, to process
this return.
Lines 4 and 6. If you listed an individual
on line 3a to communicate with the IRS
and whom the IRS may contact about this
return, enter the number and street (or
P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street
address), city, town, or post office, state,
and ZIP code of that person. Otherwise,
enter the issuer’s number and street (or
P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street
address), city, town, or post office, state,
and ZIP code.
Note. The address entered on lines 4
and 6 is the address the IRS will use for
all written communications regarding the
processing of this return, including any
notices.
Line 5. This line is for IRS use only. Do
not make any entries in this box.
Line 7. The date of issue is generally the
date on which the issuer physically
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exchanges the bonds that are part of the
issue for the underwriter’s (or other
purchaser’s) funds. For a lease or
installment sale, enter the date interest
starts to accrue in a MM/DD/YYYY
format.
Line 8. If there is no name of the issue,
please provide other identification of the
issue.
Line 9. Enter the CUSIP (Committee on
Uniform Securities Identification
Procedures) number of the bond with the
latest maturity. If the issue does not have
a CUSIP number, write “None.”
Line 10a. Enter the name and title of the
officer or other employee of the issuer
whom the IRS may call for more
information. If the issuer wishes to
designate a person other than an officer
or other employee of the issuer (including
a legal representative or paid preparer)
whom the IRS may call for more
information about the return, enter the
name, title, and telephone number of
such person on lines 3a and 3b.
!
Complete lines 10a and 10b even
if you complete lines 3a and 3b.
CAUTION
Part II—Type of Issue
!
CAUTION
Elections referred to in Part II are
made on the original bond
documents, not on this form.
Identify the type of obligations issued
by entering the corresponding issue price
(see Issue price under Definitions earlier).
Attach a schedule listing names and EINs
of organizations that are to use proceeds
of these obligations, if different from those
of the issuer, include a brief summary of
the use and indicate whether or not such
user is a governmental or
nongovernmental entity.
Line 18. Enter a description of the issue
in the space provided.
Line 19. If the obligations are short-term
tax anticipation notes or warrants (TANs)
or short-term revenue anticipation notes
or warrants (RANs), check box 19a. If the
obligations are short-term bond
anticipation notes (BANs), issued with the
expectation that they will be refunded with
the proceeds of long-term bonds at some
future date, check box 19b. Do not check
both boxes.
Line 20. Check this box if property other
than cash is exchanged for the obligation,
for example, acquiring a police car, a fire
truck, or telephone equipment through a
series of monthly payments. (This type of
obligation is sometimes referred to as a
“municipal lease.”) Also check this box if
real property is directly acquired in
exchange for an obligation to make
periodic payments of interest and
principal. Do not check this box if the
proceeds of the obligation are received in
the form of cash, even if the term “lease”
is used in the title of the issue.
Part III—Description of
Obligations
Line 21. For column (a), the final
maturity date is the last date the issuer
must redeem the entire issue.
For column (b), see Issue price under
Definitions earlier.
For column (c), the stated redemption
price at maturity of the entire issue is the
sum of the stated redemption prices at
maturity of each bond issued as part of
the issue. For a lease or installment sale,
write “N/A” in column (c).
For column (d), the weighted average
maturity is the sum of the products of the
issue price of each maturity and the
number of years to maturity (determined
separately for each maturity and by taking
into account mandatory redemptions),
divided by the issue price of the entire
issue (from line 21, column (b)). For a
lease or installment sale, enter instead
the total number of years the lease or
installment sale will be outstanding.
For column (e), the yield, as defined in
section 148(h), is the discount rate that,
when used to compute the present value
of all payments of principal and interest to
be paid on the obligation, produces an
amount equal to the purchase price,
including accrued interest. See
Regulations section 1.148-4 for specific
rules to compute the yield on an issue. If
the issue is a variable rate issue, write
“VR” as the yield of the issue. For other
than variable rate issues, carry the yield
out to four decimal places (for example,
5.3125%). If the issue is a lease or
installment sale, enter the effective rate of
interest being paid.
Part IV—Uses of Proceeds of
Bond Issue
For a lease or installment sale, write “N/A”
in the space to the right of the title for Part
IV.
Line 22. Enter the amount of proceeds
that will be used to pay interest from the
date the bonds are dated to the date of
issue.
Line 24. Enter the amount of the
proceeds that will be used to pay bond
issuance costs, including fees for trustees
and bond counsel. If no bond proceeds
will be used to pay bond issuance costs,
enter zero. Do not leave this line blank.
Line 25. Enter the amount of the
proceeds that will be used to pay fees for
credit enhancement that are taken into
account in determining the yield on the
issue for purposes of section 148(h) (for
example, bond insurance premiums and
certain fees for letters of credit).
Line 26. Enter the amount of proceeds
that will be allocated to such a fund.
Line 27. Enter the amount of the
proceeds that will be used to pay
principal, interest, or call premium on any
other issue of bonds within 90 days of the
date of issue.
Line 28. Enter the amount of the
proceeds that will be used to pay
principal, interest, or call premium on any
other issue of bonds after 90 days of the
date of issue, including proceeds that will
be used to fund an escrow account for
this purpose.
Part V—Description of
Refunded Bonds
Complete this part only if the bonds are to
be used to refund a prior issue of
tax-exempt bonds. For a lease or
installment sale, write “N/A” in the space
to the right of the title for Part V.
Lines 31 and 32. The remaining
weighted average maturity is determined
without regard to the refunding. The
weighted average maturity is determined
in the same manner as on line 21, column
(d).
Line 34. If more than a single issue of
bonds will be refunded, enter the date of
issue of each issue. Enter the date in an
MM/DD/YYYY format.
Part VI—Miscellaneous
Line 35. An allocation of volume cap is
required if the nonqualified amount for the
issue is more than $15 million but is not
more than the amount that would cause
the issue to be private activity bonds.
Line 36. If any portion of the gross
proceeds of the issue is or will be
invested in a guaranteed investment
contract (GIC), as defined in Regulations
section 1.148-1(b), enter the amount of
the gross proceeds so invested, as well
as the final maturity date of the GIC and
the name of the provider of such contract.
Line 37. Enter the amount of the
proceeds of this issue used to make a
loan to another governmental unit, the
interest of which is tax-exempt.
Line 38. If the issue is a loan of
proceeds from another tax-exempt issue,
check the box and enter the date of issue,
EIN, and name of issuer of the master
pool obligation.
Line 40. Check this box if the issue is a
construction issue and an irrevocable
election to pay a penalty in lieu of
arbitrage rebate has been made on or
before the date the bonds were issued.
The penalty is payable with a Form
8038-T for each 6-month period after the
date the bonds are issued. Do not make
any payment of penalty in lieu of arbitrage
rebate with this form. See Rev. Proc.
92-22, 1992-1 C.B. 736 for rules
regarding the “election document.”
Line 41a. Check this box if the issuer
has identified a hedge on its books and
records according to Regulations sections
1.148-4(h)(2)(viii) and 1.148-4(h)(5) that
permit an issuer of tax-exempt bonds to
identify a hedge for it to be included in
yield calculations for computing arbitrage.
Line 42. In determining if the issuer has
super-integrated a hedge, apply the rules
of Regulations section 1.148-4(h)(4). If
the hedge is super-integrated, check the
box.
Line 43. If the issuer takes a “deliberate
action” after the issue date that causes
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the conditions of the private business
tests or the private loan financing test to
be met, then such issue is also an issue
of private activity bonds. Regulations
section 1.141-2(d)(3) defines a deliberate
action as any action taken by the issuer
that is within its control regardless of
whether there is intent to violate such
tests. Regulations section 1.141-12
explains the conditions to taking remedial
action that prevent an action that causes
an issue to meet the private business
tests or private loan financing test from
being treated as a deliberate action.
Check the box if the issuer has
established written procedures to ensure
timely remedial action for all nonqualified
bonds according to Regulations section
1.141-12 or other remedial actions
authorized by the Commissioner under
Regulations section 1.141-12(h).
Line 44. Check the box if the issuer has
established written procedures to monitor
compliance with the arbitrage, yield
restriction, and rebate requirements of
section 148.
Line 45a. Check the box if some part of
the proceeds was used to reimburse
expenditures. Figure and then enter the
amount of proceeds that are used to
reimburse the issuer for amounts paid for
a qualified purpose prior to the issuance
of the bonds. See Regulations section
1.150-2.
Line 45b. An issuer must adopt an
official intent to reimburse itself for
preissuance expenditures within 60 days
after payment of the original expenditure
unless excepted by Regulations section
1.150-2(f). Enter the date the official
intent was adopted. See Regulations
section 1.150-2(e) for more information
about official intent.
Signature and Consent
An authorized representative of the issuer
must sign Form 8038-G and any
applicable certification. Also print the
name and title of the person signing Form
8038-G. The authorized representative of
the issuer signing this form must have the
authority to consent to the disclosure of
the issuer’s return information, as
necessary to process this return, to the
person(s) that have been designated in
Form 8038-G.
Note. If the issuer in Part 1, lines 3a and
3b authorizes the IRS to communicate
(including in writing and by telephone)
with a person other than an officer or
other employee of the issuer, by signing
this form, the issuer’s authorized
representative consents to the disclosure
of the issuer’s return information, as
necessary to process this return, to such
person.
Paid Preparer
If an authorized officer of the issuer filled
in this return, the paid preparer’s space
should remain blank. Anyone who
prepares the return but does not charge
the organization should not sign the
return. Certain others who prepare the
return should not sign. For example, a
regular, full-time employee of the issuer,
such as a clerk, secretary, etc., should
not sign.
Generally, anyone who is paid to
prepare a return must sign it and fill in the
other blanks in the Paid Preparer Use
Only area of the return.
The paid preparer must:
• Sign the return in the space provided
for the preparer’s signature (a facsimile
signature is acceptable),
• Enter the preparer information, and
• Give a copy of the return to the issuer.
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this form varies depending on individual
circumstances. The estimated average
time is:
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Learning about the law or
the form . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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assembling, and sending
the form to the IRS . . . . . .
2 hr., 41 min.
3 hr., 3 min.
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