ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
June 23, 2011
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
III.
B.
Awards
1.
Dr. Denise C. Kerr
Presentations
1.
General Obligation Bond, 2011 Series – Ken Phillips
X. Finance – B. General - #5
"First Look at 2011 PSSA Scores"
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Legislative Meeting of May 26, 2011
Bid Opening Minutes of June 8, 2011 – Glenwood Sanitary Sewage Pump
Station Improvements
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.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
b.
Classification Change
c.
Other - See Attachment A
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Wrestling Team – Bloomsburg University
2.
Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team – St. Joseph’s
University
3.
Penncrest High School Varsity Volleyball Team – Lewes, DE
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Terminations
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Finance
A.
B.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
General
1.
Change Orders
2.
Approval of Change Orders
3.
Rescind Resolution - Glenwood Elementary School - Deed of
Easement
4.
Use of Facilities – Sundays
5.
General Obligation Bond, 2011 Series
6.
Budgetary Transfers
7.
Capital Reserve
8.
Debt Service
9.
Authorization to Post June 2011 Budgetary Transfers
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10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
C.
D.
XI.
Authorization to Pay Bill List
Appointment of the Tax Collector for Middletown Township
Appointment of the Treasurer
Banking Depositories
Purchasing Cooperatives
CADES Agreement
PLANCON Part K
2010-2011 Tuition Rates and Estimated 2011-2012 Tuition Rates
2011-12 General Fund Budget
Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion – See Attachment B
Capital Reserve Budget
Property/Casualty and Workman’s Compensation Policy
Contract with Jim Hall Educational Services
Contract with the Hilltop Preparatory School
Contracts with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU)
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services
Contract with Elwyn, Inc
Settlement Agreement
Sunesys – See Attachment C
Infradapt – See Attachment D
Springton Lake Middle School Project Alternate
Financials for May 2011
Bill lists for May 2011
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 August 25, 2011, 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
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
I.
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
Director of Management Services
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed. D., Superintendent
Grace A. Eves, Board Secretary
May 26, 2011
Minutes of the May 26, 2011 Legislative Meeting
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Board Members in Attendance:
Students:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, President
John Hanna
Veronica Barbato (arrived 7:40 p.m.)
Peter Barry
Nancy Mackrides
William Montgomery
William O’Donnell
Roll Call
Daniel Belk (Absent)
Ashley Paul
Alexa Clofine
Jaclyn Turet
Absent: Nancy Fronduti, Jeffrey Pettit
Also in Attendance:
Ron Baldino, Super. Maint. & Oper.
Pat Barta, Supervisor Spec. Ed.
William Bennett, Principal, ILE
Linda Bluebello, Director of Pupil Services
Anne Callahan, Human Resource Director
Bernadette Dacanay, Home & School Visitor
Karen Daugherty, Principal, Rose Tree Elem.
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen - Asst. Prin. ERC
Bill Dougherty, Principal, Glenwood Elem.
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Angela Gilbert, Dir. Teach. & Learn. Elem.
Rick Gregg, Principal, PHS
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Heather Hogan, Accountant
Joyce Jeuell, Principal, SLMS
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Mack Johnson, Mgmt. Spec. for SMS and FMS
Thomas Kelly, Solicitor
Denise Kerr, Superintendent of Schools
Maria Kotch, Principal, Media Elem.
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
Patti Linden, Dir.Tech. & Info Sci.
Roxanne Schupp, Superv. Bus. Oper.
Steve Taylor, Dir. Teach. & Learn. Sec.
Katherine White, Ass’t. Principal SLMS
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II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
C.
D.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2011
Bid Opening Minutes – May 2, 2011 - Penncrest Masonry Restoration
Bid Opening Minutes – May 4, 2011 – Glenwood Resilient Flooring
& Divider Curtain
Bid Opening Minutes of Special Legislative Meeting of May 10, 2011
Mr. Hanna moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 105
Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of April
28, 2011, Bid Opening Minutes of May 2, 2011 for Penncrest Masonry
Restoration, Bid Opening Minutes of May 4, 2011 for Glenwood
resilient Flooring & Divider Curtain and Bid Opening Minutes of May 10,
2011 Special Legislative Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Veronica Barbato, Jeff Pettit Nancy and Fronduti,
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Eagle Scouts of America – Joseph P. Grant and Ryan W. O’Toole
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 106
Resolve, the Board present Joseph P. Grant and Ryan W.
O’Toole the Rose Tree Media Award for achieving Eagle Scout
Rank.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
None
Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti
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III.
Presentations and Awards (cont’d)
B.
Seventh Grade Boys Lacrosse Team – Undefeated Season
Mr. Hanna moved and William O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 107
Resolve, the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to the
Seventh Grade Boys Lacrosse Team for their undefeated season:
Alex Bonnett, Cody Bregande, Mateos Ghebre, Ryan Granger,
Zachary Groses, Ryan Kinnard, Kyle Krezdorn, Ryan McAvoy,
Liam Nawn, Steve Nolan, Tim Parsons, Owen Patane, Michael
Paul, Matthew Roush, Ryan Schultz, Thomas Schultz, Devan
Sloane, Alex Tumolo, and James Wolfenden. The team is
coached by Mr. Matthew Johnson and Mr. Douglas Krugler.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
C.
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
None
Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti
Seventh Grade Boys Track Team – Undefeated Season
John Hanna moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 108
Resolve, the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to the
Seventh Grade Boys Track Team for their undefeated season:
Julian Bonsall-Shepard, Stephen Clair, Jack Convery, Louis
Croquette, Cameron Dougherty, Devin Dougherty, Nathaniel
Hipple, Wesley Hipple, Kyle Morrisey, Sam Pisano, and Liam
Thomas. The team is coached by Mr. John Baker and
Mr. Matthew Nixon.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
NAYS:
None
ABSENT:
Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti
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III.
Presentations and Awards
D.
Eighth Grade Boys Track Team – Undefeated Season
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 –109
Resolve, the Board present the Rose Tree Media Award to the
Eighth Grade Boys Track Team for their undefeated season:
Bryce Bronson, Josh Carmon, David Chun, Walker Dienert, Dion
Durnell, Ryan Elliott, Evan Emanuel, Daniel Fisher, Griffin
Fitzgerald, Brendan Hanna, Corey Hansen, Kieran Harris,
Rashad Johnson, Sohan Kamat, Tyler Kight, Timothy Kinnard,
Robert McCafferty, Alex Messam, Max Miller, Kody Newmiller,
Tylor Orcutt, Rutu Patil, T.J. Radomile, Kellen Randall, Luke
Sheridan, Paul Somaru, Kevin Son, Alex Sredenschek, Dan
Szkudlapski, J.J. Teal, Malik Twiss, Colin Tyson, Justin Volciak
and Kyle Walker. The team is coached by Mr. John Baker and
Mr. Matthew Nixon.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell,
William Montgomery
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti
E.
Dr. Joseph O’Brien – Superintendent Search
The Board of School Directors would like to present Dr. Joseph
O’Brien the Rose Tree Media Award in recognition of his council,
advice, and guidance in conducting the Superintendent search.
We appreciate your commitment to our district, administrators,
staff and students.
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IV.
Educational Presentation
A. ERC: Past, Present and Future – Current and Former ERC Students
V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
VII.
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports – William Montgomery, DCIU
Committee Highlights and Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of
May 26, 2011
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of May 26, 2011
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
May 26, 2011
Solicitor’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of May 26, 2011
President’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of
May 26, 2011
Rose Tree Media Residents – Two residents
Old Business
A.
Policies
1.
Policy #620 GASB 54 – Second Read an Approval
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 110
Resolve, that the Board approve Policy #602 GASB 54, which
pertains to classifications of fund balance. See Attachment A in
Official Legislative Minutes of May 26, 2011.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 111
Resolve, that the Board approve the following Personnel section:
1.
Terminations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
Diana Sweeney, Math Teacher, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective May 20, 2011.
2.
Eileen McIntyre, Music Teacher, Rose Tree
Elementary, retirement effective June 20, 2011.
3.
Christine Penning, Spanish Teacher, Penncrest
High School, resignation effective June 20, 2011.
Non-Instructional
1.
2.
Margaret Coyne, Support Staff II, Indian Lane
Elementary, resignation effective May 13, 2011.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Ronni Sowers, ERC Summer School 2011 at the
rate of $203.50 per day.
2.
Amy Zeigler, Arts and Crafts Teacher, Summer
Enrichment Program at the rate of $99.00 per day.
3.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Teachers for
2011 at the rate of $111.00 per day.
Carolyn Perry
Ben Danson
Jamie Bainbridge
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Remedial Language Arts
Remedial Social Studies
Remedial Math
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
b.
Professional
4.
Elizabeth Alyanakian, Summer School Teacher,
Title I Reading Rockets, effective July 5, 2011
through July 29, 2011 at the rate of $111.00 per
day. NOTE: Ms. Alyanakian is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
5.
Maureen Shields, Elementary Teacher, ESY
Summer School at the rate of $111.00 per day.
NOTE: Ms. Shields is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
6.
Johannah Govey, Speech and Language, ESY
Summer School at the rate of $45.00 per hour.
7.
Catherine Poulos, Title I Tutor for Homeless
Students, effective April 1, 2011 through June 30,
2011 at the rate of $45.00 per hour.
Non-Instructional
1.
Jon Keidel, Substitute Bus Driver, effective May 6,
2011 at the rate of $20.90 per hour. Mr. Keidel is
assigned to the Transportation Department.
2.
Kathryn McCarry, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
May 6, 2011 at the rate of $20.90 per hour. Ms.
McCarry is assigned to the Transportation
Department.
3.
James Donley, substitute Bus Driver effective May
6, 2011 at the rate of $20.90. Mr. Donley is
assigned to the Transportation Department.
4.
Brian Cook, Summer Maintenance for Summer
2011 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Mr. Cook is
assigned to the Maintenance Department. NOTE:
Mr. Cook is being hired pending completion of his
pre-employment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
3.
Nominations
5.
Dylan DeAngelis, Summer Maintenance for
Summer 2011 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Mr.
DeAngelis is assigned to the Maintenance
Department. NOTE: Mr. DeAngelis is being hired
pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
6.
Joshua Bloom, Summer Maintenance for Summer
2011 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Mr. Bloom is
assigned to the Maintenance Department. NOTE:
Mr. Bloom is being hired pending completion of his
pre-employment paperwork.
7.
Marqus McKie, Summer Maintenance for Summer
2011 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Mr. McKie is
assigned to the Maintenance Department. NOTE:
Mr. McKie is being hired pending completion of his
pre-employment paperwork.
8.
Dana Vellios, Guidance Counselor, will serve as
Title I Parent Liaison effective April 1, 2011 at the
annual salary of $2,000. Ms. Vellios is assigned to
Glenwood Elementary.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Anjali DelPrato requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence through June 30, 2012 for the
purpose of child rearing.
2.
Lotalinda Castro-Anderson requests an extension of
her unpaid leave of absence through June 30, 2012
for the purpose of child rearing.
3.
Laura Mandia requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence through January 27, 2012 for
reasons of child rearing.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
b.
c.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Carly Lloyd, Intramural Leader for the 2010-2011
school year at the rate of $20.80 per hour. Ms. Lloyd
is assigned to Media Elementary
2.
Erin Scheivert, Environchallenge Club for the 20102011 school year at the salary of $142.00. Ms.
Scheivert is assigned to Media Elementary School.
3.
Jacqueline Wise, Junior Prom Chaperone, at the
rate of $25.00 per hour. Ms. Wise is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
4.
Catherine Poulos, Game Club Sponsor for the
2010-2011 school year at the rate of $284.00. Ms.
Poulos is assigned to Media Elementary.
5.
Mary Beth Hoffman, Craft Club Sponsor for the
2010-2011 school year at the rate of $284.00. Ms.
Hoffman is assigned to Media Elementary.
Other
1.
Recommend the Board approve the Handbook for
Food Service Workers effective July 1, 2011
through June 30, 2012. See Attachment B in Official
Legislative Minutes of May 26, 2011.
2.
Recommend the Board approve the contract
between Substitute Teacher Service and Rose Tree
Media School District to provide substitute teachers
effective July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2013, at the
following rates: See Attachment C in Official
Legislative Minutes of May 26, 2011.
1-20 days
$ 75.00/day to substitute
$99.94/day district cost
21st day
$ 85.00/day to substitute
$113.26/day district cost
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
Other
3.
Recommend the Board approve the contract
between Frontline Aesop, an employee replacement
system, and Rose Tree Media School District
effective July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2013 with a
first year set up cost of $1,750.00 and an annual
subscription fee of $2.25 per employee requiring a
substitute and $1.50 per employee not requiring a
substitute. The estimated subscription fee is
$7,672.50 for the first year. See Attachment D in
Official Legislative Minutes of May 26, 2011.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry, Veronica
Barbato, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti,
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion
To adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 112
2011/12 Capital Project Bids
Penncrest High School Masonry Restoration Project
Schnieder Restoration
$284,300
Glenwood Resilient Floor & Divider Curtain – Asbestos
Abatement Project
Plymouth Environmental in the amount of $14,800
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides,
William O’Donnell, William Montgomery
NAYS:
None
ABSENT: Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti
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X.
Finance
B.
C.
D.
General
1.
PLANCON Part G – Springton Lake Middle School Project
2.
Change Orders
3.
2014 Drexelbrook Prom Contract
4.
Budgetary Transfers
5.
DCCC Trustee Reappointments
6.
Interquest Detection Canines of Eastern, PA
7.
Theraplay, Inc.
8.
Kardon Institute for Arts Therapy
9.
Settlement Agreement with the Parents of Student #11127
10.
Settlement Agreement with the Parents of Student #60156
11.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services
12.
Contract with Camp Hill School
13.
Contract with the Pathway School
14.
Contract with Devereux – CBHS Mapleton Education Program
15.
Contract with Devereux – CARES Education Program
16.
Contract with Easter Seals Camp Dumore
17.
Contract with Elwyn
18.
Contract with Camp Sequoia
19.
Contract with The Wanna Play Program
Financials for April 2011
Bill lists for April 2011
Mr. Hanna moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 113
1.
PLANCON Part G – Springton Lake Middle School Project
Resolve, that the Board accept the approval of PLANCON Part G,
Project Accounting Based on Bids from the Pennsylvania
Department of Education for the Springton Lake Middle School
Project. See Attachment E in Official Legislative Minutes of May
26, 2011.
2.
Change Orders
Penn Fields – PHS
Further resolve, that the Board approve the change order with
GAI Consultants in the amount of $1,000.
Correction: Change order in the amount of $6,500.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2014 Drexelbrook Prom Contract
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with
Drexelbrook for the 2014 prom. Approval is pending review by the
solicitor.
4.
Budgetary Transfers
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following Budgetary
Transfers:
FY 11-21 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
FROM:
AMOUNT:
TO:
AMOUNT:
Non Public Transportation – Contracted
Carriers
$10,000.00
Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance Services –
Supplies
$ 5,000.00
Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance Services –
Repairs and Maintenance Services
$15,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to repair busses.
FY 11-22 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – Travel
$1,410.00
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Learning Support - Supplies
$1,000.00
TO:
Technology Support Services – New
Equipment
$2,410.00
AMOUNT:
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase and install NE
3000 Lumen Projector for Media Elementary auditorium.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
4.
Budgetary Transfers (continued)
FY 11-23 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – Supplies
$2,150.00
TO:
Instruction and Curriculum Development
Services - Books
$2,150.00
AMOUNT:
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase units of study for
teaching writing grades 3-5 for elementary teachers.
5.
DCCC Trustee Reappointments
Further resolve, that the Board approve the appointments of
Stephen F. Gambescia, Albert T. Olenzak and Marilyn A. Spicer
as Delaware County Community College trustees, whose terms
expire in June 2011.
6.
Interquest Detection Canines of Eastern, PA
Further resolve, that the Board approve the renewal contract with
Interquest Detection Canines of Eastern, PA, for the 2011–
2012 school year.
7.
Theraplay, Inc.
Further resolve, that the Board approve the renewal contract with
Theraplay, Inc., for therapy services at $87.50 per hour.
8.
Kardon Institute for Arts Therapy
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Kardon
Institute for Arts Therapy for art therapy services at $65.00 per
hour.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
9.
Settlement Agreement with the Parents of Student #11127
Further resolve, that the Board approve a settlement agreement
with the parents of Student #11127 to establish a compensatory
education fund to be held and managed by the District. The funds
will cover documented, legitimate educational expenses and the
parents’ attorneys’ fees, from now through the end of the 20152016 school year and releases the District from all claims, except
one that is specified in the agreement. The cost of the settlement
is $65,000.00.
10.
Settlement Agreement with the Parents of Student #60156
Further resolve, that the Board approve a settlement agreement
with the parents of student #60156 to pay into a special needs
trust, established under the law by the ARC Community Trust of
PA, the following sums:
-
During 2010-2011 school year, $30,000 for
educational expenses through the summer of 2011
-
By June 15, 2011, a second installment not to
exceed $30,000 for educational expenses through
August 30, 2011
-
By October 30, 2011, an amount, which, when
combined with the October 1, 2011 balance, shall equal
$60,000 for educational expenses during the 20112012 school year
In addition, vision, audio logical, and assistive technology
assessments will be conducted and attorney’s fees, not to exceed
$2500, will be paid. The total of this settlement is approximately
$122,250, plus assessment costs, over two years.
11.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Valley
Forge Educational Services for two students to attend Vanguard
for the 2011 Extended School Year (ESY). The cost is $6,870.00
for each student, totaling $13,730.00.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
Contract with Camp Hill School
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the Camp
Hill School for two (2) students to participate in the 2011
Extended School Year (ESY) Program. Summer tuition costs are
$3,922.20 and $7,209.12 respectively, for a total of $11,131.32
respectively. The students have significant disabilities and will
receive these services as indicated in their current IEPs.
13.
Contract with the Pathway School
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the
Pathway School for the Extended School Year program for two
(2) students with special needs. The cost is $6,800.00 per
student, for a total of $13,600.00.
14.
Contract with Devereux
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Devereux
for four (4) students to attend CBHS Mapleton Education Program
(formerly known as Beneto) for the 2011 Extended School Year.
The cost is $185.00 per student per day, for a total of $6290.00
per contract. Total for all four students is $25,160.00.
15.
Contract with Devereux
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Devereux
for a student with special needs to enroll in the Community
Services CARES Education Program for the 2011 Extended
School Year. The cost is $400.00 per day. The total of the
contract is $15,600.00.
16.
Contract with Easter Seals Camp Dumore
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract for a student
with special needs to attend the Easter Seals Camp Dumore for
the 2011 ESY program. The cost is $1625.00.
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2011
16
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
17.
Contract with Elwyn
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Elwyn for
three (3) students to attend the Therapeutic Summer Camp for
the 2011 ESY program. The cost is $3,400.00 per student. In
addition, one student will require the assistance of a 1:1 aide at a
cost of $4024.00. The total of the contract is $14,224.00.
18.
Contract with Camp Sequoia
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract for a student
with special needs to attend Camp Sequoia for the 2011 ESY
program. The cost is $4,450.00.
19.
Contract with The Wanna Play Program
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract from The
Wanna Play Program for a student with special needs to enroll in
Social Skills Group Therapy for the 2011 Extended School Year.
The cost is $300.00.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry,
Veronica Barbato, Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell,
William Montgomery
None
Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti,
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2011
17
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for April 2011
Bill lists for April 2011
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following:
Financial Reports
April
April
April
April
2011
2011
2011
2011
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
Bill Lists
April 2011 General Fund Bill List
$
896,779.52
April 2011
$
7,495.00
April 2011 Capital Fund Bill List
$
20,926.88
April
$
10,008.00
April 2011 Bond Series 2007 A & B & 2010 A
$
71,561.49
April
2011 Private Purpose Trust Fund
$
2,000.00
April
2011 Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
81,361.22
Imprest Fund Bill List
2011 Bond Series 2004 Bill List
$ 1,090,212.11
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell,Nancy Mackrides and William Montgomery
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti,
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2011
18
June 23, 2011
XI.
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 114
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:
Linda Kinsler-Fox, John Hanna, Peter Barry, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell,Nancy Mackrides and William Montgomery
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Jeff Pettit and Nancy Fronduti,
______________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Legislative Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2011
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June 23, 2011
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
EDUCATION CENTER
A bid opening was held on Wednesday, June 8, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. in the Education Center,
308 North Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present:
Dennis Cini, Gus Houtmann, Ron Baldino, Grace Eves and one bidder.
Bids in the following category were opened and read by Grace Eves:
Glenwood Elementary School
Sanitary Sewage Pump Station Improvements
A. C. Schultes, Inc.
Woodbury Heights, NJ
A. J. Jurich, Inc.
Aston, PA
Aqua Wastewater Management
Bryn Mawr, PA
Botella Construction
Glen Mills, PA
J.M.C. Contractors, Inc.
Glen Mills, PA
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
II. Bid Opening Minutes – GW Sewer Pump Station
1
June 23, 2011
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Dr. Denise C. Kerr
Resolve, the Board recognize Dr. Denise Kerr for her outstanding
dedication, service and visionary leadership as Superintendent of
Schools for the Rose Tree Media School District.
Background
Dr. Kerr has served as Superintendent of the Rose Tree Media
School District for the last seven years. In that time, she has
supported and created numerous academic programs to promote
higher achievement for all students, worked diligently to infuse
technology into all aspects of learning and guided us to meet the
challenges and opportunities of the future. Dr. Kerr has touched
the lives of students, staff and community and has inspired each
one of us to Deliver the Dream.
III. Presentations and Awards
1
June 23, 2011
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
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed. D. Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
June 14, 2011
Subject:
June 14, 2011 – 7:30 PM Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
_________________________________________________________________________
In Attendance: John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Bill Montgomery, Bill O’Donnell and Jeff Pettit
Absent: Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Grace Eves
1.
2011 Bond Issue
The District needs to borrow $8.3 million to complete the Springton Lake Middle School
project. Total cost of the project is approximately $38 million. It was projected to cost
approximately $45 million before the decline of the economy and the construction
market. Ken Phillips has suggested the District complete the bond issue by June 30.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda for approval.
2.
2010-11 Budget Comparison
As of 5/31/11, the District has expensed 90% of incurred expenditures and has
received 95 % of revenue.
Action: Discussion
3.
Budgetary Transfers
FY 11-24 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instruction – Charter School Tuition
AMOUNT: $10,480.80
TO:
Medical Services – Professional Services
AMOUNT: $10,480.80
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover Athletic Trainer Contract
Services
An update at the end of each sports season will be given at the Pupil Services
Committee Meetings in the 2011/12 school year.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011, Legislative Agenda for approval.
4.
Fund Transfers
In accordance with policy 603, 2% of expenditures can be transferred to the capital
budget for capital projects. A transfer of $1,613,855 from the general fund to the capital
projects fund will allow the district the opportunity to continue upgrading and
maintaining facilities. Money the District borrowed in 2004 for capital projects will be
depleted in the 2011/12 fiscal year. The District saved over $1 million on the variable
rate bond. A transfer of $500,000 from the General Fund to the debt service fund will
be used for rate stabilization in the event the variable interest rate reaches a maximum
rate of 15%. The debt service fund can only be used to pay for debt.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011, Legislative Agenda for approval.
5.
2011/2012 Approvals
a.
Authorization to Post June 2011 Budgetary Transfers
Administration is seeking approval to make budgetary transfers after June 30,
2011 applicable to the 2010/11fiscal year.
b.
Authorization to Pay Bill List
Administration is seeking approval to pay the July and August 2011 bills, as
presented on the Bill List subject to ratification by the Board at the August 25,
2011 Legislative Meeting.
c.
Appointment of the Tax Collector for Middletown Township
Recommend appointing Grace A. Eves as Tax Collector for Middletown
Township for school taxes for the 20011/12fiscal year. There is no
compensation for this position
d.
e.
Appointment of the Treasurer
Recommend appointing Heather Hogan as Treasurer for the 20011/12fiscal
year. There is no compensation for this position
Banking Depositories
Pennsylvania School District Liquid Asset Fund (PSDLAF)
o Checking
o Money Market
o Investment Certificates of Deposits
PNC Bank
o Checking
f.
Purchasing Cooperatives
g.
CADES Agreement
The proposed contractual rates for the transportation of students for the Rose
Tree Media School District for the 2010 ESY and Summer Program and
Summer Preschool are as follows:
10/11
11/12
Round Trip (Del Co)
per student/day
$61.80 $66.46
The Children and Adult Disability and Education Services (CADES) provides
Round Trip door-to-door transportation for children enrolled in the summer
programs.
h.
PLANCON K – Project Refinancing
Completion of paperwork for PDE for the 2010AA bond issue.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda for approval.
6.
2010-11 Tuition Rates and Estimated 2011-12 Tuition Rates
Final 2010-11 Tuition Rates
Elementary $ 14,231.99
Secondary $ 13,714.92
Tentative 2011-12 Tuition Rates
Elementary $ 14,029.47
Secondary $ 13,518.87
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda for approval.
7.
2011-1 2 Capital Reserve Budget
20102011
BUDGET
CODE
REVENUE
DEPARTMENT
BUDGET
Transfer from
General Fund
$600,000
Transportation
Buses
$400,000
Technology
Network/Equipment
$200,000
22-0101
EXPENDITURES
22-2740-109-00-13000-760
22-2220-000-00-13000-758
DESCRIPTION
$600,000
$600,000 will be transferred from the General Fund to the Capital Reserve Account.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda for approval.
8.
GASB 54
Recommendation of the assignment of fund balance for the 2011/12 General Fund
Budget is as follows:
$ 20,000 for summer school
$ 15,712 for Ed Foundation
$1,500,000 for capital projects
$1,140,337 for future benefits funding
$2,676,049
The assignment can change for next year. The remaining fund balance of
$5,604,215 is unassigned. The total assigned and unassigned fund balance is
$8,280,264. The unassigned amount is 7% of expenditures and is within the 8% limit
for PDE and GASB 54
Action: Discussion
9.
2011-12 General Fund Budget Review
There is a 0% tax increase for the 2011/12 fiscal year. The average homeowner
assessment is $205,173 for an average tax bill of $4,566. With a combination of cost
reductions in professional services, budgetary reserve, equipment requests and travel
and cost savings through an Early Retirement Incentive Plan and historically low health
care rates the District was able to have a 0% increase.
Budget
Final
Expenditures
2010-2011
Budget 2011-2012
Instructional
1000
$ 44,332,354
Support Services
2000
26,282,694
25,067,291
Operation, Non-Instructional
Services
3000
1,316,065
1,411,813
Other Financing Services
5000
9,879,568
9,805,350
Totals
10.
$ 81,810,681
$
$
44,353,330
80,637,784
Public Comment
The next Finance Committee Meeting will be held on September 13, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
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
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
___
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
June 14, 2011
Subject:
June 14, 2011 - 8:30 PM - Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: William Montgomery
___________________________________________________________________
In Attendance: John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Bill Montgomery, Bill O’Donnell and Jeff Pettit
Absent: Nancy Mackrides
Also in Attendance: Grace Eves, Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Joe Slivka, D’Huy
Engineering, Inc. and Pete Medica, Bonnett Associates
1.
Springton Lake Middle School Project
a. Update
The project will be entering phase 3 this summer and includes the demolition
of the auditorium in preparing for the construction of the new library,
renovation of the art rooms and continued renovations to the natatorium, new
auditorium and new music suite.
Action: Discussion
b. Financials
The project is within budget with approximately $500,000 in allowances that
has not been spent. The installation of the roof insulation in the music suite is
scheduled to begin shortly. The estimated cost is approximately $88, 0000
and is still being negotiated.
The committee agreed to follow the
recommendations of architect, construction manager and installer to install
metal brackets to ensure the roof seams do not curl.
Action: Discussion
c. Approval of Change Orders
Currently between meetings of the school board the board secretary has
authorization to approve changes orders up to $10,000. Change orders
between $10,000 and $20,000 require the approval of the Board president,
vice-president, and Finance Chairman. The committee approved increasing
the amount for approvals between Legislative meetings from the Board
president, vice-president and finance chairman to $50,000 for the time period
between the June and September 2011 Legislative meetings. The Operations
committee chairman will be advised on all change orders. Change orders will
need to be sent to PDE for PLANCON part I approval before the board can
approve change orders. In order to expedite the process change orders will
be approved at the legislative meetings pending PDE PLANCON I approval.
A change order in the amount of $51,711 to the mechanical contract for 3way to 2-way valve changes will appear at the next legislative meeting.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011 Legislative Meeting
for approval.
2.
Review of Five-Year Capital Projects Plan
The remaining incomplete projects will be prioritized and reviewed next fall
and will include recommendations for the 12/13 capital projects plan.
Action: Discussion
3.
2011/12 Capital Projects
a. Update
All projects are scheduled to begin by the end of this month and should
be completed by August. The budget for the 2011/12 capital projects is
$2,190,000. Current committed costs are $1,718,679.
Action: Discussion
b. Glenwood Sanitary Bid Results
The bid opening was held last week. The District received bids from five
contractors. Aqua Wastewater Management is the lowest responsible bidder
at $36,885.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011, Legislative Meeting
for approval.
4.
Use of Facilities – Sundays
Last year the Board approved the use of all facilities at all building locations on
Sundays until June 30, 2011. The committee recommended the Sunday use of
facilities until June 30, 2012. It was recommended that Springton Lake Middle
School building be made available on Sundays after the completion of the current
project.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011, Legislative Meeting
for approval.
5.
Insurance Renewal
The liability/workman’s comp policy is up for renewal. The committee is
recommending renewing option 1 in the amount of $548,629 that was prepared
by AJ Gallagher, District insurance broker.
Action: This item will be moved to the June 23, 2011, Legislative Meeting
for approval.
6.
Fixed Assets
The salt spreader sold for $1,000 on Pennlink. The administration would like to
investigate the opportunity to establish an EBay account to sell obsolete
equipment during the 2011/12 fiscal year.
Action: Discussion
7.
Public Comment
The next Operations Committee Meeting will be September 13, 2011, 8:00 p.m.
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
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Anne D. Callahan
Director of Human Resources
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources
Date:
June 15, 2011
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – June 7, 2011
Board Members in attendance: W. O’Donnell, J. Pettit, P. Barry, V. Barbato,
L. Kinsler-Fox, N. Fronduti, N. Mackrides (Chair).
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, D. Kerr, G. Eves, Members of the Public
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The Committee reviewed the items for the legislative meeting of June 23, 2011.
There will be additions to the agenda including the 2011-2012 salaries for all
staff. An updated list of items for the legislative meeting will be sent to the Board
of School Directors prior to the meeting.
II.
Review of Elementary Staffing
The Committee reviewed current enrollment numbers and projected class sizes
for 2011-2012. Mrs. Callahan will continue to monitor enrollments on a weekly
basis and keep the Board of School Directors informed over the summer.
III.
Executive Session
An executive session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held on September 6, 2011,
at 7:00 PM, 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
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Date:
June 10, 2011
Subject:
June 7, 2011 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, Nancy Mackrides,
Jeff Pettit, Nancy Fronduti, Peter Barry, Veronica Barbato
Others in Attendance: Dr. Kerr, Dr. Bluebello, Chip Olinger, Sandra Lin, Tracy
Jackson
Chinese Language & Cultural Trip Proposal
Sandra Lin, PHS Chinese teacher, and Tracy Jackson, FL coordinator, presented a
Chinese language and cultural trip proposal to the BSD for the summer of 2012. The
trip will be open to any Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior student enrolled in PHS
Chinese I, II in the 2011-12 school year and bi-annually thereafter. The trip will be
organized through EF Educational Tours - the same company which organizes the Latin
trips to Italy and Greece. Students will bear the full cost of the trip.
The BSD asked that Tom Kelly, RTMSD Solicitor, review trip information. Once
reviewed, the teachers will prepare an overnight trip approval form and present to the
BSD in August for final approval at the August 2011 Legislative meeting.
Athletic Update
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director, provided a summary of the Rose Tree Media School
District Athletic Program for the 2010-2011 school year. He presented data detailing
athlete participation, team records and highlights of all sporting events.
Overnight Trip Expenditures
Dr. Bluebello presented a cost breakdown of overnight trip expenditures for the 2010-11
school year. The Board requested additional information be provided in September
including a rationale for student payment, the number of participants in each club, and
the number of paid supplementals. The Board would also like a finalized list of clubs.
Overnight Trips
Dr. Bluebello presented the following overnight trips for review:
The Penncrest High School Wrestling Team, Wrestling Camp, Bloomsburg University,
July 10 – 14, 2011. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
Action: Approval will be on the June 2011 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest High School Basketball Team, Basketball Camp, St. Joseph’s University,
July 29 – 31, 2011. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
Action: Approval will be on the June 2011 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest High School Varsity Volleyball Team, Vollyball Playday, Lewes, DE,
August 26 – 27, 2011. The approximate cost to the district is $905, which covers
transportation.
Action: Approval will be on the June 2011 Legislative Agenda.
Contracts
Dr. Bluebello presented the following renewal contract for review:
Jim Hall Educational Services
Jim Hall Educational Services will provide a career mentoring/coaching program called
Life Skills for junior and senior students at the ERC on Fridays from 11:30 – 1:30 from
9/23/11 through 5/4/12 as part of the counseling requirement for alternative education
programming. The fee will remain the same:$6,000.
Action: Approval will be on the June 2011 Legislative Agenda.
The next meeting of the Pupil Services Committee will be September 6, 2011, at
7:00 p.m. at the Education Center.
OFFICE OF TEACHING AND LEARNING
TO:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Dr. Denise Kerr, Superintendent
FROM:
Dr. Angela Gilbert, Director of Teaching and Learning - Elementary
Dr. Steve Taylor, Director of Teaching and Learning - Secondary
DATE:
June 7, 2011
RE:
June 7, 2011 Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Jeff Pettit
Board Members in Attendance: Peter Barry, Veronica Barbato, Nancy Fronduti, John
Hannah, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Mackrides, William O’Donnell, Jeff Pettit
RTMSD Personnel in Attendance: Pat Barta, Denise Kerr, Angela Gilbert, Steve Taylor
Proposals for Out-of-District IEP Coverage for 2011-2012
The Special Education Department was directed by the Board to submit a plan for the
Support for Students in Alternative School Programs. Dr. Gilbert presented two models for
review and consideration by the Board. For 2011-2012, the department is recommending
two approaches to this support, one that is very similar to this year’s model (the use of a
per diem district employee) as well as a proposal to change the current Teacher Leader
position to that of Special Education Supervisor. The latter is the preferred model and is
aligned with the Board’s recommendation that the district better utilize teachers aspiring to
administration. These proposals will cost approximately $26,400.00 and $27,666.00
respectively. Dr. Barta explained that the recommended models will help ensure that the
neediest students aren’t receiving the most disjointed service. Students with severe
disabilities and their families need to have a relationship and solid connection with a
designated administrator from RTM. By addressing this need in a planful, systematic way,
we help ensure that the needs of the students in out-of-district placements are addressed in
comprehensive ways. In doing this, the district will demonstrate the importance of serving
these families and their children in a more respectful and purposeful manner. The
proposals will be discussed at the September committee meeting.
Update on New Programs, 2010-2011
Dr. Taylor updated the Board on two major curricular programs at Penncrest High School
this year: the introduction of Mandarin Chinese and the re-alignment of the American
history sequence. The Chinese program launched with 30 students under the leadership of
teacher Sandra Lin, who infused her instruction with the three spirits of Respect,
Enjoyment, and Perseverance. She also employed instructional techniques including
choral responses, movement, translation, and online activities in order to engage the
students. Major field trips to Philadelphia and New York City enabled students to deepen
their understanding of Chinese art, architecture, food, and culture. Two students from the
course were the first non-native-speaking public school students in Pennsylvania to take
the International Standardized Chinese Test. For next year, the enrollment has risen to 74
students. In Social Studies, the department has successfully made the transition in its
teaching of American history. Heretofore, the period from the early Colonial days until
Reconstruction had been covered in a full-year course in 10th grade, Early America, and
the period from Reconstruction to the present time had been covered in a half-year course
in 11th grade, Modern America. The department felt that this configuration did not allow
students enough time to examine events in the last 40 years, and the revision of the
curriculum shortens Early America to a half year and promotes more in-depth study of the
recent era in a full-year 11th grade course, Modern America. The Modern Europe course,
a half-year course, was moved to 10th grade, to pair with Early America.
Post-Graduation Plans for the Class of 2011
Dr. Taylor also presented a list of the post-graduation plans of members of the graduating
Class of 2011. The list indicates students’ destinations, whether college, trade or technical
school, full-time employment, or undecided. Similar to previous classes, approximately
93% of the students intend to continue their education, the vast majority at 4-year colleges
and universities.
Special Education Contracts
Dr. Gilbert presented the following contracts for review and approval by the Board:
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) agrees to perform educational support
services, for all students entitled to a regular education program at the Delaware County
Detention Center, as well as provide special education services for all eligible students. The
program budget is $1,041,887.00, to be paid by RTM in quarterly payments on September
1, December 1, March 1, and June 1, 2012.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract with the DCIU to provide educational
services at the Detention Center will appear on the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda.
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit will provide educational services as part of the Be
Proud Foundation Day Treatment Program, including one full time classroom teacher, one
full time teacher assistant, instructional materials, supplies, supervision and evaluation of
teachers, verification of home district residency and invoicing of home district on behalf of
RTM. Total cost of services will not exceed the budgeted amount of $195,983.50, to be
paid in two installments.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract with the DCIU to provide educational
services as part of the Be Proud Foundation Day Treatment Program will appear on
the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda.
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit agrees to provide special education programs and
services for students who reside at Elwyn. These students are placed there by community
agencies such as Catholic Social Services, DHS, and the Delaware County Children and
Youth Services System.
The cost of providing these programs and services is
$564,295.00, to be paid in quarterly payments on September 1, December 1, March 1, and
June 1, 2012.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract with the DCIU to provide special
education programs and services for students who reside at Elwyn will appear on
the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda.
The Hilltop Preparatory School has presented a contract to provide educational services for
one student for the 2011-2012 School Year. The cost is $36,850.00 per year. Hilltop is an
approved private school; therefore, a 4010 application has been filed.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract with the Hilltop Preparatory will appear
on the June 23, 2011 Legislative Agenda.
Valley Forge Educational Services has presented a contract to provide services for four (4)
students at the Vanguard School for the 2011-2012 School Year. The cost is $45,185.00
per student, per year. Vanguard is an approved private school; therefore, a 4010
application has been filed.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract with Valley Forge Educational
Services to provide educational services at Vanguard will appear on the June 23,
2011 Legislative Agenda.
Valley Forge Educational Services has presented a contract for a student to attend the
Vanguard School 2011 ESY program from June 27 through August 5, 2011. The cost is
$6870.00 per student.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract with Valley Forge Educational
Services to provide ESY services at Vanguard will appear on the June 23, 2011
Legislative Agenda.
Elwyn, Inc has presented three (3) agreements to provide the services of Therapeutic
Facilitators for the 2011-2012 School Year. Services will include individual and group
therapeutic services for selected students in the District, as follows:
1. 4 hours per day, one half day per week at the ERC, for 39 weeks. The cost of the
services will be $10,463.83.
2. 7.2 hours per day at Penncrest and Springton Lake. Services will be rendered 2.5
days per week and 2 days per week respectively, for 39 weeks. The cost of the
services will be $86,505.58.
3. 7.25 hours per day, 2 days per week, for 39 weeks or through December 31, 2011,
as funds permit at the four elementary schools. The cost of the services will be
$50,686.59 or $20,274.63 respectively.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contracts with Elwyn will appear on the June
23, 2011 Legislative Agenda.
Settlement Agreement
Dr. Gilbert presented a settlement agreement for a student with significant
disabilities to receive educational services at St. Katherine’s Day School for the
2011-2012 school year through the 2013-2014 school year. The tuition rate is
$8,725.00 per year, plus the cost of a 1:1 Personal Care Assistant at $22,000.00 per
year. This settlement actually results in a savings for the district of $66,275.00, as
the cost of the student’s educational program last year through the DCIU was
$97,000.00. This settlement agreement was developed by RTM’s special education
attorney David Painter, at the request of Dr. Gilbert and Dr. Barta, because an
appropriate DCIU program was not available as this student transitions to middle
school. The parents requested the placement at St. Katherine’s.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the settlement agreement will appear on the June
23, 2011 Legislative Agenda.
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6000
Fax 610.891.0959
www.rtmsd.org
Patti Linden
Director of Technology
and Information Science
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Patti Linden
Date:
June 17, 2011
Subject:
Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for June 14, 2011
Chairperson: Mr. Peter Barry
Board Members in attendance: Pete Barry, Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna, Bill
O’Donnell, Veronica Barbato, Linda Kinsler-Fox
Also in attendance: Patti Linden, Kim McCann-Roller, Mack Johnson, members of the
community
Contracts to Review:
Sunesys Addendum No. 2011-01 to Dark Fiber License Agreement
This agreement was discussed as an addendum to the current agreement RTM has
with Sunesys for the management of our fiber connections. This agreement allows for
Sunesys to perform the work necessary to relocate RTM’s existing hub site from the
Education Center to the new Data Center location at Springton Lake Middle School for a
one-time cost of forty thousand dollars ($40,000). This item was also part of the
discussion when the decision was made in the fall to relocate the Data Center to
Springton Lake. The cost for this is in the budget, and the agreement has been
approved by our Solicitor, Tom Kelly.
Infradapt Telephone Support Plan
This maintenance plan is required to support the use of our new Voice Over IP
telephone system that was implemented throughout the district this year. Infradapt is the
company that assisted us with the deployment of the system and they have made all of
the configurations for the system. A maintenance plan is required to keep the system
serviced in a timely manner. The cost of this plan, for a term of three (3) years, is
Fourteen thousand seven hundred fifty dollars ($14, 750.00) per year. Our previous
telephone maintenance plan for the old telephone system was a cost of Thirty four
thousand dollars ($34,000), so this plan represents a cost savings of over Twenty
thousand dollars ($20,000) per year. This maintenance plan has also been approved by
our Solicitor, Tom Kelly.
Review results of Administrative Task Force for iPad Integration
Patti Linden reported on the results of our Administrative Task Force for iPad
integration. At the beginning of the school year, the district purchased a total of 10 iPads
to study the feasibility of integrating this device into classroom instruction. It was
thought, at the time, that textbook publishers were developing online content that could
be easily integrated into the iPad and would eventually save the district money on
textbook purchases. The iPads were given to all high school administrators, Patti
Linden, Steve Taylor, and Kim McCann-Roller and Ron Harris for technical support.
Patti Linden created a wiki space on the web for all members of the Task Force to utilize
and communicate. Patti and Kim McCann-Roller posted many resources to help
everyone understand how to use the device and the recommended applications that
would serve our purpose. The conclusion was reached at the end of this school year
that although there are many uses of the iPad for note-taking and research, there is
more development needed in the area of textbook applications before we are ready to
deploy the device in the classrooms. Patti Linden does believe that iPads definitely do
have a place in education in the very near future, but at this time, RTM is not ready to
utilize them there. The Task Force will continue to study the developments of this tool
and will keep the Board of School Directors informed of updates.
Next meeting: Tuesday, October 11, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the Education Center
Board Room
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – June 2011
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Library
Glenwood Library Technician, Kathy Cook, participated in the final session of the 2010-11
Delaware County Book Review Program at Upper Darby High School. Publishers provide
copies of brand new titles, and librarians may keep those books they review. Mrs. Cook
obtained twenty-six recently-published titles for the Glenwood library, including nonfiction, novels, and picture books valued at over $340.00
In the summer, in addition to picking up a baseball glove or a beach towel, we’d all like
our students to pick up a good book. To support summer reading, there was a Scholastic
“buy-one-get-one-free” book fair at Glenwood the second week of June. A “family night”
was held at the beginning of the fair. Many titles featuring our students’ favorite
characters, authors, and series were available. Children went home with bags stuffed full
of great books at an incredible discount!
Glenwood’s students participate enthusiastically in our summer reading program. At the
end of school in June, each student receives a grade-level list of suggested summer
reading titles, a reading record form, and a bookmark. This year, library technician Kathy
Cook is including information on Borders Books’ “Summer Reading Double-Dog Dare”
and Barnes & Noble’s “Imagination Destination” summer reading programs. As students
turn in their completed Glenwood reading records in September, they receive a small
prize. The reading records are used to compile “Top Ten” lists of children’s favorites by
grade level, posted on the bulletin board outside the library, and a special award is given
to the student in each grade who reads the most books over the summer.
Library Technician, Kathy Cook, arranged for Juliann Kutchen, the children’s librarian at
Middletown Library, to come to Glenwood and make grade-level presentations to our
students about their summer reading program, “One World, Many Stories.” Ms. Kutchen
discussed the many activities provided to keep kids motivated, entertained, and reading
during the summer months at the Middletown Library!
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Art
At Glenwood Elementary, the fifth grade class completed a ceramic tile mural for the
school. Media resident and RTM parent, Claire Brill, and Art Teacher, Keith Sharp,
worked with students to create a ceramic tile mural. The theme for the mural was the
school's motto - "Glenwood School - Making a World of Difference for Those Students
Who Will Make a Difference in the World." The design of the mural incorporates many
different hands holding up the world with a rainbow above the Earth that transforms into
butterflies. Glenwood parents and school staff also helped in the creation of this mural.
Mr. Dougherty, the principal, also helped. As a group, the students, staff, and parents
worked together to create a permanent work of art for the school. The mural was installed
on the wall across from the school's office, just inside the main entrance.
First Grade
First graders have been working on balancing and weighing objects and comparing
weights. They have learned how to use a beam balance, an equal arm balance, and
have learned to build an equal arm balance. They learned how to measure weight with
cubes and share data results through graphing and discussion. They problem solved,
worked cooperatively and compared data in small groups. They learned that size does
not always distinguish weight in objects.
Second Grade
Second grade students studied the life cycle of the Painted Lady Butterfly. Students were
able to observe first-hand the incredible metamorphosis from larva to butterfly. As a
culminating activity, students went to the Academy of Natural Science for additional
hands-on experiences with insects!
Third Grade
Third graders welcomed chicks into the classroom from the Penn State 4H Extension
office. Our study of embryology was both educational and cute. The students also visited
the Colonial Plantation in Ridley Creek State Park as part of their Pennsylvania history
studies.
Fourth Grade
The fourth grade classes visited Historic Philadelphia as a culminating Social Studies
activity. We saw a theatrical presentation entitled, "Freedom Rising" that marked the
unique freedoms of this great nation from the colonial times to the present. After the
presentation, the students were given a choice to visit many historic places along
Independence Mall, including Betsy Ross House, Ben Franklin's Grave, and the Liberty
Bell.
Fifth Grade
At Glenwood, we hope that our students continue the progress they have made
throughout the year. As it is our mission to create to lifelong learners, we are encouraging
our students to keep reading and writing all summer. A letter is being sent home to
parents that explains how they can help their children to become better readers in nonintrusive and natural ways throughout the summer. In addition, a flyer will be sent home
for the children to encourage them to write during their summer break.
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INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students at Indian Lane celebrated the end of the year with a special
kindergarten field day organized by Mr. Frank and several high school student volunteers.
They had a dunk tank, tug of war, parachute, giant slide, and obstacle course! After
completing all of the activities, kindergarten students enjoyed "make your own" sundaes!
Families came to cheer them on and celebrate the end of a wonderful year!
First Grade
Although the calendar says the school year is almost over, First Grade continues to be
busy! Along with learning all about non-fiction writing, the children are publishing their
own non-fiction books. In math the children are learning measurement and are being
introduced to both time and money. In science, the children have grown plants, created
freshwater pond-like aquariums with guppies and snails and woodland forest terrariums
with pill bugs and millipedes. The children capped off this unit with a trip to the
Philadelphia Zoo.
Second Grade
Second graders were patient observes as they studied the life cycle of the Painted Lady
butterfly, the ladybug and the praying mantis. Caterpillars arrived and each child had
his/her own to observe through the formation of the chrysalis and the emergence of the
butterfly. Ladybugs and praying mantises were released in our courtyard which was in
bloom with a supply of nectar and food. This unit on metamorphosis is one that provides
our students with a hands-on experience and instills a respect for nature.
Third Grade
Biography Presentations: During most of the month of May,
third graders at Indian Lane each researched a famous person.
They wrote a report, created a paper doll of the person and
wrote a diamante poem about him or her, all of which were
displayed on a posted and displayed in the hallway. Each
student dressed up as their famous person, memorized and
presented their speech in front of an audience of family and
friends. Solar System WebQuest: Students in Mrs. Burke's
third grade class worked in pairs to research a planet using the
internet and other research materials. They took notes before creating a Power Point
about their planet, which they will be presenting to their classmates.
Fourth Grade
The Fourth Grade took its annual trip to Harrisburg, Hershey, and Lancaster. We had a
great tour of our state's beautiful capitol building and had a photo opportunity with the
Senate Majority Leader, Dominic Pileggi. Afterwards, we visited the Pennsylvania State
Museum and had the chance to view some of the artifacts that make this state so great.
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We then traveled a few miles down the road to Hershey, PA and took a tour of the area
that Milton Hershey developed and, of course, indulged in a little chocolate. Finally, we
had the opportunity to partake in another part of Pennsylvania culture---dinner at an
Amish style restaurant.
Fifth Grade
Colonial Day at Indian Lane. Children dressed up in period costumes and made
presentations on Colonial trades. Ned Hector, a Revolutionary War re-enactor, visited the
classroom and spoke about the Battle of Brandywine. The visit ties in with our visit to
Philadelphia. Also, our fifth grade students worked very hard to research historical sites
in Middletown Township, create plans for tile mosaic panels, and then make the seven
panels come to life. With generous support from the Philadelphia Arts in Education
Partnership and our PTG, as well as informational support from the Middletown Township
Historical Society, the project was truly a community partnership.
Lunch Lady Appreciation Day
Who better than to be served a nice sit-down “flip flop” lunch than our hard-working, ever
smiling Indian Lane Lunch Ladies?! Our Principal, Mr. Bill Bennett and his team of
volunteers, Martha Phillips, Jessica Hilden, Tracey Hatton, and Debbie Reischer, donned
their super-sanitary rubber gloves and served lunch to the second graders, so our very
happy & hungry Lunch Ladies could dine in summertime style. The Administrative team
did an outstanding job in servicing the students and lots of smiles occurred during the
assembly line serving of fajitas and chicken patty sandwiches. A very BIG thank you is
extended to our very special team of cafeteria workers. Lunch Lady Appreciation Day is
sponsored and paid for by the IL Sunshine Club. Bon Appetite!!
Field Day
The best weather day of the year was the backdrop for our most anticipated event of the
year, Field Day. Mr. Frank and his band of merry volunteers prepared numerous
wonderful events such as water balloon toss, parachute, tug of war and the 50 yard dash.
A good time was had by all. Check out the pictures at www.rtmsd.org/indianlane.
Danny Califf of the Philadelphia Union Soccer Team Reads to Indian Lane
As you may know, Danny Califf (a player on the Union) has 2 children in school here at
IL. Paige Califf is in Mrs. Valuck’s first grade class, and Blake Califf is in Mrs. Huebner’s
kindergarten class. You may not know that he is the newest "star" being featured on a
"READ" poster for Delaware County Library System. To launch the debut of his poster, a
promotional event for the team and DCLS, Danny Califf was asked to read at a library.
He chose to read at Indian Lane. The whole school gathered in the cafeteria to listen to
Danny Califf read the book of his choice, "The Story of Ferdinand" by Munro Leaf. Danny
said that he remembers this book being read to him as a child and encouraged kids to
read and embrace reading. Also in attendance was Delaware County Councilman Jack
Whelan and Delaware County Library System (DCLS) President David Belanger. The
DCLS and Mr. Whelan donated sets of tickets to a Union game in August. Winners were
drawn based on reaching our 100 Book Challenge goal of 400 steps and achieving
milestones of 500 or greater. The winner of 3 tickets was Norah M. Two other students
won a set of 4 tickets each and a parking pass were CJ R. and Connor B. About 15 other
prizes were donated by the Califfs. Mr. Califf drew the names and announced winners.
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Every student will also receive an autographed Danny Califf READ poster compliments of
the DCLS. Juliann Kutchen from the Middletown Public Library came to discuss the
Summer Reading program there and other available free activities throughout the
summer. Some media were here as well including the Philadelphia Inquirer, News of
Delaware County, Comcast SportsNet, and others. In honor of Danny Califf reading at
Indian Lane we're offering a special promotion for Indian Lane families to receive $5 off
sideline seats for any of the three games in June (11, 22, 25). Just
visit www.philadelphiaunion.com/promo and enter the code READING.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Fifth Grade Recognition
Seventy three wonderful students were recognized for the completion of their elementary
school career. The beautiful and historic Media Theatre was the venue. We thank The
Media Theatre, especially Jesse Cline, Roger Ricker, and Rob Klimowski for their
hospitality and assistance. Fifth grade parents (Chris and Vides Westcott) created a
memorable video that the children watched before coming down to the cafeteria for a luau
themed breakfast. After the ceremony, fourth grade parents held a reception in our school
atrium for attendees. Dr. Denise Kerr and Dr. Angela Gilbert were our special guests.
The whole event was fun and child-centered, but dignified. The Fifth Grade Chorus (all
fifth graders) sang a beautiful rendition of “Child of Peace.” They also sang our school
song. “The voices of angels” resonated at the event…not a dry eye in the house.
First Grade Reader’s Theater and Publishing Parties
First graders have been eager to show off their excellent reading skills. Classes have
presented reader’s theater (“Blame it on the Wolf”) and publishing parties for their families
and friends.
Second Grade News
Second grade students completed their research study of famous people who have made
an important contribution to, or had an important impact on, the world. Every student
selected a famous historical person and presented their research to an overwhelming
crowd of administrators, teachers, parents and students at the Second Grade Living
History Museum. Historical figures included Presidents, First Ladies, Musicians,
Scientists, Actors and Actresses, Singers, Archeologists, Paleontologists, Civil Rights
Leaders, and Sports personalities to name just a few. It was a most exciting event!
Life is abounding in the second grade classrooms as the children have been studying the
life cycle of butterflies. Students had an enjoyable learning experience watching the
complete metamorphosis of their painted lady butterflies. Given lots of love and care, the
chrysalis formed within 8 days. The students watched and waited patiently for the next
few days. Then the emergence began to take place and now there are butterflies
EVERYWHERE! After having the opportunity to observe our adult butterflies for a period
of time, they will set free to take their flight! Tyler Arboretum is such a wonderful place to
visit! The second grade students have experienced three great educational trips to the
arboretum with the final one centering on the life of the Lenape tribe. The small group
lessons centered on tribal games played by the Lenape children, the wigwam, how the
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dogwood and other trees were used for medicinal purposes, and how animals were used
as valuable natural resources. Before leaving the students were able to thank Mother
Earth by sprinkling tobacco, carried in small pouches, on the base of the dogwood trees
and other plants. It was yet another great learning experience for our students.
The students had their final monthly Seed to Snack lesson. This lesson focused on fruits
and vegetables that grow in the summer. The concentration of the lesson will be on
spinach and strawberries. We have so much enjoyed having this great learning
experience and are very appreciative to the women from Hillside Farms who have come
to share their knowledge with us each month.
Third Grade News
Mrs. Williamson was a participating audience member at NBC's Education Nation Town
Hall meeting at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. Ann Curry, of NBC
News, was the moderator for the panel. This was televised live and was a forum for
educators to brainstorm ideas to continue to improve education in America, talk about
what works in the classroom and discuss the challenges within today's education system.
Mrs. Williamson was one of 75 PSEA members selected to participate.
Third grade classes hatched chicks from fertile eggs as a part of an embryology unit in
science and raised the chicks for a few days before they had to return to the 4H farm. A
wrap-up Fair Trade assembly was held and hosted by local businessman, Drew Arata.
The Fair Trade Group provided several assemblies for third graders this year to teach
students the benefits of fair trade.
Fourth Grade News
The fourth grade students attended a Passport to History play featuring famous women of
PA. It was held at the PA Institute of Technology. The field trip began with a brief visit to
Hedgerow Theater to learn about its history and importance in the community.
The fourth grade classes visited Harrisburg. Their first stop in the city was to the State
Museum of PA, where they saw exhibits representing native animals, archaeological digs,
and landforms of our state. At the Capitol one of our state representatives, Tom Killion,
gave them a tour of the House of Representatives. He explained the voting process of
having bill become a law. Later on they visited the Senate and were excited to hear about
the extensive architecture of the building.
The Ecosystems unit in Science involved studying the interrelationships of animals in their
habitats. Their terrariums included crickets and pill bugs, while their aquariums held
mosquito fish, snails, elodea, algae, and duckweed.
Fifth Grade News
The fifth grade went on their annual trip to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon. They
had a beautiful day for travelling. They have been studying the American Revolution and
George Washington. The time in Washington is spent at The Smithsonian.
Many fifth graders worked with Mr. Murphy, the guidance counselor, to put on a play. The
students gave up recess and stayed after school to rehearse. The name of the play was
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“The Ice Wolf.” It is a story about the effects of prejudice and bullying. Many parents and
teachers helped with the production. Mrs. McGeehan (grade 5 teacher) created
spectacular costumes and Mrs. Maxwell (art) supported the parent committee that
created the scenery.
Fifth Grade Fun Night, hosted this year by the Media PTG, was held at The Rocky Run
YMCA. It is usually held at SLMS, but there was a change this year due to the
construction. Fifth graders from the entire district participate. The Y staff did an excellent
job of planning the event. We hope that it becomes an annual tradition.
Spring Title 1 Night
Nearly 60 family members of Media School Title 1 students attended and enjoyed our
spring Title I family event. They enjoyed a delicious pasta dinner to start the evening.
Students and their family members visited math stations after dinner. They played sports
while learning about math and estimated the number of stained glass pieces on our new
mosaic. Adults learned more about our Investigations math program and Pearson
SuccessNet, while their children played games from the Investigations math program.
The evening concluded with a musical performance by folk singer John Flynn.
Library News
Students in grade five filmed commercials for books. Students worked in groups of 2-3 to
write scripts recommending their favorite books to students at Media Elementary School.
Every genre was represented: Biography, Informational, Historical Fiction, Mystery, etc.
The videos were shown during our Morning Broadcast.
Art News
Yummy artistic treats are on display at Front St. Fountain in Media. Fourth and fifth
grade students created origami and pop art collages of ice cream and fountain drinks.
Music News
An apple for the student……….using our Mac computer, Media fifth grader Grace
Metzger has composed a “Math Rap” about problem solving. The Garage Band software
allowed her to choose several instrument sound loops – percussion and electric bass
specifically – and arrange them as an accompaniment for the lyrics. She then recorded
the rap using the same software and mixed it down into its final form. It will soon be
posted as a podcast! Mrs. Walker’s class also created a music video about poverty. They
were assisted by their student teacher, Jordan Weibel, who wrote the script, taught the
Bono song, and played along with the children.
Kindergarten Story Hours and Kindergarten Round-Up
We believe that it is very important to introduce incoming kindergarteners to our school.
Librarian, Jackie Matusow, offered a very special story hour for new kindergarten
students and their parents. A few weeks later we had our Kindergarten Round-Up.
Students completed some brief assessments while their parents heard from Mrs. Kotch
(principal), Mrs. Boylan (school nurse), Mrs. Consadene (on-line educator), Mrs. Wagner
(PTG officer), and Mrs. Kinsler (transportation). It is a good opportunity to gather
information that will assist with instructional planning for September.
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Data Conferences
Mrs. Kotch held a final data conference with every teacher. What we were hoping to
validate was at least one year of growth for every student. PSSA results, that were very
good this year, came shortly after.
Planning for Summer School
Elementary Summer School will be held at Media this year. Summer School director,
Aaron Goldfarb, Angela Gilbert, Pat Barta, and Maria Kotch have been planning for the
program.
Farewell to Miss Mitchell and Mrs. Echeverria
Reading teachers Carol Mitchell and Katherine Echeverria are retiring after many years of
dedicated service. They will be greatly missed by our school community and we, of
course, wish them all the best.
Field Day
Physical education teachers Carol Shapero and Carly Lloyd planned a wonderful field day
for us. The weather was perfect, the cooperative games were fun, and the camaraderie
was just wonderful. Classes picked team names and created special shirts that just added
to the excitement.
Final All School Assembly
Each year we do something special for our 100 Book Challenge Goal Achievers. This
year local veterinarian Tam Mengine and Paula Kielich from “Pals for Life” presented an
informative program with live animals. Dr. Mengine showed x-rays and the children had to
guess the animal. Our animal visitors included a turtle, a husky, a greyhound, a bunny,
and a kitten.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarten began the month of June with a visit to the Husketeria! The students were
given an introduction to the cafeteria and had lunch at school. Coloring books, crayons
and information for parents were distributed. The Kindergarten classes invited their
families to an “End of the Year Picnic.” During the picnic, students shared their writing
pieces and read to their parents. The parents loved seeing the growth of their child from
September to June. We had a great year! Mrs. Johnson and Ms. Smith hosted
Kindergarten Roundup. It was a huge success! They met over 90% of the incoming
families and students. The parents met in the Library with Ms. Daugherty and a few short
presentations. The PTG arranged for several volunteers to assist with the day. The
students were escorted to the gym to complete four areas of assessment: pre-literacy
skills, early math skills, fine motor, and social play. The data collected during the event
provided the teachers and staff with valuable information for class assignments and
instructional planning for the 2011-2012 school year.
Second Grade
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Second graders at Rose Tree Elementary School completed research on Native
Americans. This research integrated the history of our country's first inhabitants with
geography skills (examining a map of the regions of the U.S. where Native Americans
lived), reading (nonfiction and legends), writing (informational), research (conducting and
presenting) and technology (using the Internet for guided research). The students
experienced a field trip to the Tyler Arboretum, where they learned specifically about the
Lenni Lenape, a tribe native to our area.
Fourth Grade
The fourth grade has culminated the study of the regions of the USA in having a state fair.
To prepare for the fair, the children drew maps of their assigned state, labeling major
landforms, bodies of water, large cities and the state capital. They also wrote speeches
about their state that included such facts as the state tree, bird and tourist locations. We
hosted parents and special friends and shared our information with them at our fair. The
children dressed like a person from that state would dress. Some students even brought
in foods that are popular in that particular area. We had fun sampling those! The
students worked very hard to learn about all of the states that make up the five regions of
the United States of America.
Instructional Support
In addition to fulfilling the Instructional Support Teacher’s role, Nancy Gheysens
participated in and/or assisted with the execution of the following district or building-based
2010-2011 initiatives: Blue Ribbon School - application team member, assisted with
completing the application, DIBELS - coordinated administration of the fall-spring screens,
PSSA - administered reading and math tests to fourth graders, coordinated and managed
before and after school math tutoring, Arcadia Inclusion Institute, Elementary School
Assistance in Pa (ESAP) – coordinated within RTES, Data Conferences-team member
fall through spring, co-presented at National and International conferences, co-presented
Data Conferencing-Taking Us from Good to Great at the RTMSD March School Board
meeting, SCAT testing - coordinated administration within RTES, Kindergarten Round-up,
Math and Reading Journal folders - coordinated process to compile the district’s summer
math and reading materials. Along with the reading specialist, distributed and explained
the folders’ contents to all students. IS teacher also collected parent/ guardian signature
acknowledging receipt of the folders’ materials.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Careel Symposium
The Fifth Annual Career Symposium was held for our eighth graders.
Art
There has been much positive feedback about the Springton Lake Middle School Art
Exhibit that was held on May 25th. Ms. Sycz’s Sixth grade students are now finishing a
design project which uses zigzag lines as the basis to create a unique composition
exploring color and the principles of design. Grade seven students are completing an
abstract drawing focusing on curved lines with a variety of thickness and colored pencil
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techniques are being showcased in the remaining space. Eighth grade students are
completing painting the clay figure sculptures.
Mrs. Going’s Eighth graders are rapping up a successful year. Students have completed
a final Renaissance study unit, focusing on the art of Michelangelo and the extraordinary
achievements from many of the masters during this time period. Clay sculptures will
remain on display until the conclusion of school. Seventh grades are continuing their
original CD covers selecting from their favorite music Genre. One Point Linear
Perspective and depth perception are the key skills for this end of the year project. Sixth
grades have flipped and are now completing a unit on Relief Sculpture or Sculpture In
The Round! Clay and paper mache will be the ending materials for this group!
Guidance
The Guidance Department welcomed the Rose Tree Media School District fifth graders to
Springton Lake. Music was provided by the chorus and band. Students ate lunch in the
cafeteria and tours of the building were given. The guidance counselors helped plan and
oversee classroom team building activities led by student council members.
Counselors were also involved in organizing and implementing the first Springton Lake
Spirit Day. Activities were planned by Dr. Jeuell, the student council members and the
guidance department in conjunction with the physical education department, helped to put
their plans into action. The day included a magic show, outdoor games, student council
speeches, and water ice.
Library
Visiting author, Wendy Mass, gave three presentations, one for each grade. Following
each of the programs she personalized books for students and faculty. Mrs. Motley had
visited every language arts class, showing a Powerpoint, introducing the author and her
books and distributing books purchased by the Office of Teaching and Learning for them
to read in preparation for the event. Students were especially excited because one of her
books, Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life, has been produced as a movie to be
released this summer. Each language arts class sent one student who was a “big fan” to
a special author tea at the end of the day. These students not only feted the author, but
plied her with wonderful, incisive questions they had about her books.
Springton Library held its Spring Book Fair. In addition to lots of great books for summer
fun, summer reading titles for all rising seventh, eighth, and ninth graders were available
for purchase. The Fair was also open two nights so that parents and other family
members could attend.
Mrs. Motley presented a workshop for the Delaware County Regional Group [of librarians]
entitled Learning 4 Life, sponsored jointly by PDE and PSLA at the Delaware County IU.
The purpose of the workshop was to present four tools developed by the American
Association of School Libraries: Standards for the 21st Century, Standards for the 21st
Century in Action, Empowering Learners, and A Planning Guide for School Library
Programs with Assessment Rubric. Together these four tools are resources that
participants can use to: design curriculum that addresses skills, resources and tools for
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the 21st century learner to think, create, share, and grow, establish effective school library
programs in the 21st century and evaluate the school library program.
Eight grade social studies classes from all teachers researched Medieval and
Renaissance personalities. Mr. Krugler’s students produced five to seven page research
papers with full citations. Mr. Diaz and Mrs. McCarthy’s students wrote five to eight page
inter-disciplinary research papers and presented their work orally to the class. Ms.
Morris’s students wrote and presented a three page speech using a Facebook page –
created as though they were a Renaissance person – as a prop. After reading The Pearl,
Mr. Harp’s eighth grade Language Arts students researched various kinds of exploitation
using articles from online journals in order to write their research papers. Mrs. Dizon’s
sixth grade science students researched endangered species using books, online data
bases, and reliable web sites in order to produce a music video, an interactive web site, a
puppet show or a children’s book to share their findings. Mr. Fisher’s sixth grade music
appreciation students researched musical groups and individual artists in order to create
PowerPoints to share their findings with the class.
Math
The eighth grade geometry students are completing a fourth marking period project
appropriately named Constructions. Using just a straight edge and compass, the
students must construct congruent angles and triangles, angle bisectors, perpendicular
lines and bisectors, circles, locus points, etc. This project is an application of all the
theorems and postulates the students learned throughout this year. Students are also
busy studying for the final exam. Algebra I students are finishing up the fourth marking
period with Chapters 9-12—mostly dealing with quadratics, polynomials, and radicals.
We practiced a lot with squares and square roots. Our eighth grade CMP2 have been
working on (until the very end of the school year) units on quadratic equations—factoring
them, graphing them, and solving them. Most of them will be seeing this again in Algebra
I. We solved quadratic equations by either factoring, taking the square root, graphing, or
using the quadratic formula. The seventh grade CMP2 students in the heterogeneous
classes have been exploring the book Filling and Wrapping, where they are learning
about surface area and volume of three dimensional figures. We are bridging into some
algebraic skills by use of the various formulas for these figures! Our seventh grade basic
classes are perfecting their integer skills by use of the Connected Math book, Accentuate
the Negative. The rest of the seventh graders who are preparing for advanced algebra or
geometry in their 8th grade year are continuing to embellish their algebraic thinking skills
by use of various 8th grade Connected Mathematics books. The seventh graders also
took their MAP tests this past month, and did a great job indicating how much progress
they have made during their seventh grade year! The sixth grade math teachers are
finishing up the Bits & Pieces III unit of the Connected Math Program. During this unit, the
students learned how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals. To connect these
skills to real life situations, the students used restaurant menus to calculate the total cost
of a dinner. One of the culminating projects the students worked on was creating their
own end of the year presentations. These presentations allowed the students to highlight
the important concepts they learned during the school year. The students worked in
groups to design a creative way to summarize a particular math concept. The
presentations allowed the students a chance to play the role of teacher and tested their
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own knowledge on specific topics. The project also enabled the students to collaborate
with one another and to utilize their creativity in an informational way.
Music
Eighth grade general music students were involved in the study of jazz styles including
be-bop, cool jazz, and hard bop. They successfully played the famous “Blue Monk” on
the piano keyboard, and are now observing those elements in the Broadway musical
“West Side Story.” They will complete the year with the “classical” sound of the Beatles.
Seventh grade general music students continued 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. Parts of that era were displayed in their
study of the musical “Annie,” which also correlated with their social studies curriculum.
They will complete the year with the sounds of the Seventies. Students from Springton
Lake Choruses joined with singers from Indian Lane and Penncrest to perform at the
evening ceremony during the Relay for Life. The Music Department at SLMS was wellrepresented at the High Notes Music Festival at Hershey, Pennsylvania. The Eighth
Grade Chorus and Select Chorus were each awarded a rating of excellent, the Eighth
Grade Band received an excellent rating while the Jazz Band garnished a superior
ranking, and the Orchestra finished the adjudication with an excellent award while the
Honors Strings received a superior award. The Honors String Ensemble of SLMS
performed at the Springton Lake Third Annual Art Exhibit to rave reviews. The Seventh
Grade Band and Seventh Grade Chorus combined to perform at the Eighth Grade
Recognition Ceremony.
Physical Education
In April, the weather was bad for our fitness testing units. However, everyone was able to
adjust. Students have worked throughout the entire school year working on the various
points of the presidential fitness challenge, pushups, curl ups, hamstring flexibility and
cardiovascular endurance with the mile run. The students have been on a progressive
program at the start of each class. We had many students record better scores than their
attempts at the fall. The most important thing was that students were able to see both
progress or maintain current good health levels. In May, the students were able to
experience outdoor activities like ultimate Frisbee, team handball, softball, recreational
activities like Whiffle ball and Bocce. The remaining students who did not do mountain
biking in the fall learned and rode on parts of the Springton Lake outdoor campus.
Indoors, the students were able to use roller blades and Wave Boards, which are like twowheeled skateboards that actually are propelled like a surfboard on land. With each
activity, the students learned proper safety, in terms of the use of proper equipment such
as helmets, wrist guards and elbow and knees pads. Proper safety techniques also
included how to fall properly so that students could understand how to protect
themselves. In addition, students worked on their balance, coordination and core when
utilizing the roller blades and roller blades. Finally, at the start of June, the Health and
Physical Education Department worked with administration and student government for
Spirit Day. The organization of the all of the physical activities and the creation of the
playing areas were done to help the day run smoothly for all of the seventh and eighth
graders while promoting school spirit and fun activities.
Science
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Sixth grade students will investigate the impact humans have on the environment. They
will read about various waste disposal methods, including recycling. Students will reflect
on their own impact on the environment by calculating their ecological footprint. They will
also determine what actions they can take to lessen their impact. The seventh grade
science classes culminate their investigation of forces and energy outside the class with
Physics Day at Hershey Park. The students collect data such as time, acceleration, and
gravity changes experienced while riding amusement park attractions. The year closes by
studying gravitational forces here on Earth and throughout the universe. This month in
grade 8 science classes we are investigating weather and climate. Included in our studies
are the topics of The Atmosphere, Weather Factors, and Weather Patterns! As luck would
have it, we have had very interesting weather across the states this spring! Our pupils are
learning to predict future weather, and how best to prepare for stormy weather. We hope
not to directly experience tornados above F1 damage on the Fujita scale!
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Class of 2011 Graduation
Penncrest celebrated its 53rd Commencement Exercises in June, graduating 320
students. The ceremony was held at the Pavilion at Villanova University. Program
participants included student leaders, members of the Board of School Directors, school
administration, and eighty-four members of the faculty. Congratulations to this year’s
valedictorian, Anderson Beck; salutatorian, Rachel Hosier; and keynote speaker, Beau
DiFiore.
Pride Day
Penncrest High School held its annual Pride Day recently. Throughout the year, each
grade level earns Pride Points for the best performances in class GPA, attendance,
disciplinary referrals and pep rallies. On Pride Day, the classes compete to earn as many
Pride Points as possible in over 50 different event categories including athletic
competitions, singing competitions, art competitions and even a catapult construction
competition. The day ended with an outdoor pep rally and the traditional L-I-O-N’s cheer,
this year judged by our Superintendent, Dr. Denise Kerr. The Class of 2012 claimed this
year’s Pride Day trophy, but we are proud of all our students for the positive choices they
make every day! The fact we once again held Pride Day here at Penncrest High School
is a testament to the quality of all of the people in the building and the overall, unequalled
level of Pride the students and staff have for our school.
Senior Awards Assembly and Garden Party
This month, many of our seniors were honored with local scholarships and awards at the
annual Senior Awards Ceremony. The ceremony was followed by a Garden Party and
luncheon hosted by Penncrest’s PTG. Seniors were treated to a delicious lunch and had
the opportunity to sign each others’ yearbooks and chat with friends and staff.
Academic Excellence
This month, 43 students, grades 9-12, were honored at the Annual Academic Excellence
Banquet which entered its 21st season. Students are recognized for their outstanding
academic achievement which is based on having earned the highest ten weighted grade
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point averages in their respective classes, freshmen through senior. This year’s guest
speaker was Elizabeth Mina (PHS '96). After graduating from PHS, Ms. Mina attended
Emory University and Johns Hopkins University, Nitze School of Advanced International
Studies.
Ms. Mina has served with the United States Department of State, American
InterContinental University, Overseas Private Investment Corporation, and is currently
with the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Intelligence Agency as a Counterterrorism Subject Matter Expert. Previously she was attached to the Joint Intelligence
Task Force.
The following students were recognized at the banquet: Grade 9 - Emily Bunting, Gabriel
Bury, Jennifer Davidson, Cheyenne Davis, Ethan Fein, Amanda Hunt, Samantha Hunt,
Claire Kaiden, Talia Kaplan, Kimberly Kreider, Kira Panzer, Alicia Schapire, and Olivia Yu
Zhou. Grade 10 - Kathleen Axelrod, Benjamin Bartholomew, Lauren Beausoleil,
Nicholas Caggiano III, Grace Chang, Jeremy Gonzales, Margaret King, Samantha
Muncer, Michael Swantek, and Danielle Wolf. Grade 11 - Torrie Buchanan, John Fabris,
Brittney Johnson, Andrew Kaiden, Alek Korzeniowski, Shanghui Liu, Prem Patel, Anup
Singh, Danielle Su and Jaclyn Turet. Grade 12 - Anderson Beck, Jeremy Bennett,
Andrew Carlin, Joseph Charles, Rachel Hosier, Jim Jang, Bobby Kheny, Barbara Munin,
Peisong Ouyang, and Ronald Tyson III.
Science Department News
The PHS Science Olympiad Team captured fifth place at the National Science Olympiad.
The team also brought home four individual gold medals. The PHS Envirothon Team
won their ninth Pennsylvania State Championship recently. They will now represent our
state in the international competition this summer in New Brunswick, Canada.
Eighth Grade Visitation
Eighth grade students from Springton Lake Middle School visited Penncrest recently.
During their visit, students had the opportunity to meet with the school administration and
learn about expectations and opportunities at Penncrest. Students also heard from the
Guidance Department who counseled them on ways to ease their transition from middle
school to ninth grade. Additionally, eighth-graders had the chance to speak with
upperclassmen in small group settings, take a tour of the campus, and sign up for the
numerous extra-curricular activities during the Activities Fair.
Little Lions
The Little Lions Club completed its tenth year this month with their traditional graduation
ceremony. Seventeen preschoolers and sixty-three high school students participated in
the program this year. The high school students work with the preschoolers on letter
recognition, basic math, and social skills. Each Little Lion receives one-to-one attention
while at the program.
World Language Department News
At the end of June, Magister Stevenson will be leading the Latin immersion trip to Rome
and will spend nine days touring the roots of classical culture in Italy. Fifteen students
from Latin 1, 2, and 3 classes will have the opportunity to explore Rome, Pompeii, and the
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Roman territories in-between. Language Arts teacher, Susan Coates will also travel with
the group.
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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.”
May 26, 2011
June 7, 2011
June 14, 2011
June 23, 2011
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 August 25, 2011, at Penncrest
High School. The Legislative Meetings are recorded on tape.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Dr. Susan Evans, Assistant Principal, Penncrest High
School, retirement effective September 30, 2011.
Background
Dr. Evans joined the staff of Rose tree Media School
District in 1971. She is retiring after 40 years of
dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Matthew Soares, Cafeteria Worker, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective June 17, 2011.
2.
Walter Noldy, Tradesmen, retirement effective August
5, 2011.
Background
Mr. Noldy joined the staff of Rose Tree Media School
District in 1993. He is retiring after 18 years of
dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.
2.
Nominations
a.
IX. New Business
Professional
1.
Elizabeth Keane, Summer School Teacher, effective
July 5, 2011 through July 29, 2011 at the rate of
$99.00 per day.
2.
Amy Zeigler, Summer School Teacher, effective July
5, 2011 through July 29, 2011 at the rate of $99.00
per day.
3.
Jase Patufka, Summer School Teacher, effective July
5, 2011 through July 29, 2011 at the rate of $99.00
per day. Mr. Patufka is being hired pending
completion of his pre-employment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
IX. New Business
Professional
4.
Jessica Levy, Health/Physical Education Teacher,
effective August 23, 2011 at the annual salary of
$45,289.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1. Ms. Levy
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State
University. She is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School replacing Jacqueline Baker who retired.
NOTE: Ms. Levy is being hired pending completion of
her pre-employment paperwork.
5.
Lauren Hudson, Librarian, effective August 23, 2011
at the annual salary of $53,056.00, Master’s
Degree/Step 6. Ms. Hudson received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Sycracuse University and her Master’s
Degree from Saint Joseph’s University. She served as
a Long Term Substitute in Rose Tree Media School
District during the 2010-2011 school year. Ms Hudson
is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School
replacing LaVerne Motley who retired.
6.
Michelle Shaw, Math Teacher, effective August 23,
2011 at the annual salary of $45,506, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 2. Ms Shaw received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Penn State University. She served as a
Long Term Substitute in Rose Tree Media School
Distrct during the 2010-2011 school year. Ms. Shaw is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing
John Best who retired.
7.
Kelly Kunz, LTS Math Teacher, effective August 23,
2011 at the annual salary of $45,289.00, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 1. Ms. Kunz received her Bachelor’s
Degree from West Chester University. She served as
a Long Term Substitute during the 2010-2011 school
year. Ms. Kunz is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School replacing Lotalinda Castro-Anderson who is
on leave.
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IX.
New Business
A
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
8.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Substitute
Teachers, effective July 5, 2011 through July 29,
2011 at the rate of $111.00 per day:
Tina Loveland-Smith
Claire McGeehan
b.
IX. New Business
Evan O’Neill
Non-Instructional
1.
Bethany Zeleznick, Substitute Custodian, at the rate
of $12.00 per hour. Ms. Zeleznick will serve as a
Substitute Custodian in addition to her responsibilities
as Support Staff I at Penncrest High School.
2.
Linda Rowley, Substitute Custodian, at the rate of
$12.00 per hour. Ms. Rowley will serve as a
Substitute Custodian in addition to her responsibilities
as Support Staff I at Penncrest High School.
3.
John Bell, rescind appointment to Night Supervisor
effective May 31, 2011. Mr. Bell is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
4.
Allen R Kannapel, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
June 7, 2011 at the rate of $20.90 per hour. Mr.
Kannapel is assigned to the Transportation
Department.
5.
Jane Battaglia, Summer School Technology Assistant
effective July 5, 2011 through July 29, 2011 at the
rate of $23.91 per hour.
5.
Enoch Stevenson, Summer Maintenance 2011 at the
rate of $12.00 per hour.
6.
Jessica Jacovini, Instructional Assistant for ESY
Summer School, effective July 5, 2011 through July
29,2011 at the rate of $16.21.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
7.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer Counselors at
Springton Lake Middle School to be paid at their
regular per diem rate:
Margie Gilroy
Sue Griffin
8.
Jean Kenney, Part-Time Summer Secretary, effective
June 27, 2011. Ms. Kenney will work 12 hours per
week at her regular hourly rate.
9.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Post Season Envirothon
Sponsors at Penncrest High School at the rate of
$148.00 per day:
Amanda Meltz
Mark Samilenko
10.
12 days
17 days
17 days
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
IX. New Business
13 days
13 days
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Post Season Science Olympiad
Sponsors at Penncrest High School at the rate of
$40.00 per day:
James Ciccarelli
James Shea
Edward Somers
3.
Alison Harrison
Kristine Acker, Indian Lane Elementary, requests an
unpaid leave of absence effective October 24, 2011
through January 28, 2012 for the purpose of child
rearing.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
2.
b.
c.
Classification Change
1.
Jeanette Verdeur from .75 Music Teacher to 1.0
Music Teacher effective July 1, 2011. Ms. Verdeur is
assigned to Media Elementary School.
2.
Sandra Lin from .4 to .8 Chinese Teacher effective
July 1, 2011. Ms. Lin is assigned to Penncrest High
School.
3.
Bridget Martin, from .5 Kindergarten Teacher to 1.0
Elementary Teacher effective July 1, 2011 at the
annual salary of $46,165, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 5.
Ms. Martin is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary
replacing Karen Pawlewicz who retired.
4.
Marianne Whiteman, from .5 Gifted to .5 Gifted and .5
Kindergarten. Ms. Whiteman is assigned to Indian
Lane Elementary.
Other
1.
IX. New Business
Rebekah Grover, Media Elementary, requests and
extension of her unpaid leave through the end of the
2011-2012 school year for the purpose of child
rearing.
Recommend Board approval of District salaries for
the 2011-2012 school year. See Attachment A
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Wrestling Team – Bloomsburg University
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the Penncrest
High School Wrestling Team to attend wrestling camp at
Bloomsburg University.
Background
The Penncrest Wrestling Team will attend the wrestling camp from
July 10 – 14, 2011. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
Expenses paid by Boosters.
2.
Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team – St. Joseph’s
University
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the
Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team to attend basketball
camp at St. Joseph’s University.
Background
The Penncrest High School Boys Basketball Team will attend the
basketball camp from July 29 – 31, 2011. There is no cost to the
district for this trip. Expenses paid by Boosters.
3.
Penncrest High School Varsity Volleyball Team – Lewes, DE
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the Penncrest
High School Varsity Volleyball Team to attend a Vollyball Playday
in Lewes, DE.
Background
The Penncrest High School Varsity Volleyball Team will attend a
Volleyball Playday in Lewes, DE, on August 26 – 27, 2011. The
estimated cost to the district is $905, which covers transportation.
Boosters will pay all other expenses
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ADDENDUM
IX.
New Business
C.
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Title I/ARRA Summer
School Teachers effective July 5, 2011 at the
rate of $111.00 per day:
Douglas Krugler
Tricia Scepansky
IX. New Business Addendum
Kelly Kunz
Megan Snyder
2.
Kim Morris, Title I/ARRA Summer School Lead
Teacher, effective July 5, 2011 at the rate of
$3,200.
3.
Katherine Yanchek, Title I/ARRA Summer
School Teacher, effective July 5, 2011 at the
rate of $111.00 per day. Ms. Yanchek is being
hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
4.
Katherine Runkle, Summer School Teacher,
effective July 5, 2011 at the rate of $99.00 per
day. Ms. Runkle is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
5.
Christy Thompson, Long Term Substitute
Elementary Teacher, effective August 23, 2011
at the annual salary of $45,289, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 1. Ms. Thomson received her
Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester
University. She served as a Long Term
Substitute in Rose Tree Media School District
during the 2010-2011 school year. Ms.
Thompson is assigned to Media Elementary
replacing Laura Mandia who is on leave for the
first semester.
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IX.
New Business
C.
Addendum – Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Hazel Mendoza-Jayme, Title I Summer School
Aide, effective July 5, 2011 at the rate of
$16.21 per hour.
2.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Summer Garage Help at
the rate of $12.00 per hour:
Shiela Baker
John Barbosa
Anita Bloom
3.
IX. New Business Addendum
Marguerite Carletti
Diana Missimer Claypole
David Moore
Thomas Linnen, Summer Maintenance,
effective June 27, 2011 at the rate of $12.00
per hour. Mr. Linnen is being hired pending
completion of his pre-employment paperwork.
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Recommend the following bids be awarded in the category
listed, such recommendation being the lowest bid received
from a responsible bidder, kind, quality and materials having
been considered.
Glenwood Sewage Pump Station Improvements
Construction contract award in the amount of $36,885 is
recommended to Aqua Wastewater Management.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011, Operations
Committee Meeting.
B.
General
1.
Change Orders
Change Orders are acted upon in accordance with
Resolution 1997-98 – 124, as approved by the School Board
of Directors on April 23, 1998.
Resolve, that the Board approve the following change order
pending the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s
PLANCON I approval MC-02 in the amount of $51,711 to the
mechanical contractor E.J. Meloney for 3-way to 2-way valve
changes.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Operations
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
2.
Approval of Change Orders
Resolve, that the Board approve, between meetings of the
School Board, the board secretary the authorization to
approve change orders up to $10,000. Change orders
between $10,000 and $50,000 require the approval of the
board president, vice-president and finance chairman for the
period of June 2011 through September 2011 for the
Springton Lake Middle School project.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Operations
Committee Meeting.
3.
Rescind Resolution - Glenwood Elementary School - Deed
of Easement
Resolve, that the Rose Tree Media School District Board of
School Directors (School Board) rescind a Resolution
adopted by the School Board on August 26, 2010 which had
approved a Deed of Easement for an easement at the
Glenwood Elementary School in order for KRPM Associates,
L.P., or its designee, to install a sanitary sewerline on the
lands of the Glenwood Elementary School in accordance
with a certain Plan made a part of the Deed of Easement
and in consideration of the terms and conditions as set forth
in the Deed of Easement.
4.
Use of Facilities – Sundays
Resolve, that the School Board approve the Sunday usage
of school buildings thru June 30, 2012, in accordance with
School Board Policy 707 Use of School Facilities.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Operations
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
5.
General Obligation Bond, 2011 Series
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve the
issuance of bonds in the amount of $8.3 million for the
completion of the Springton Lake Middle School.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting
6.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612..(Public School
code section 609) when funds are not available for a
proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of
expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9)
months of the fiscal year by the board.
Resolve, that the Board approve the following Budgetary
Transfers:
FY 11-24 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – Charter School Tuition
$10,480.80
TO:
Medical Services – Professional Services
AMOUNT: $10,480.80
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover Athletic Trainer
Contract Services
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X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Capital Reserve
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve the
transfer of $1,613,855 to the capital reserve account for
capital projects.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting
8.
Debt Service
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve the
transfer of $500,000 to the Debt Service account for future
debt payments.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
9.
Authorization to Post June 2011 Budgetary Transfers
Resolve, that the Board approve Administration to make
budgetary transfers after June 30, 2011 applicable to the
2010/11 fiscal year.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
10.
Authorization to Pay Bill List
Resolve, that the Board approve Administration to pay the
July 2011 and August bills, as presented on the Bill List
subject to ratification by the Board at the August 25, 2011
Legislative Meeting.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
11.
Appointment of the Tax Collector for Middletown
Township
Resolve, that the Board appoint Grace A. Eves as Tax
Collector for Middletown Township for school taxes for the
20011/12 fiscal year. There is no compensation for this
position.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
12.
Appointment of the Treasurer
Resolve, that the Board appoint Heather Hogan as
Treasurer for the 20011/12 fiscal year. There is no
compensation for this position.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
13.
Banking Depositories
Resolve, that the Board approve the follow banking
depositories:
a.
Pennsylvania School District Liquid Asset Fund
(PSDLAF)
o
Checking
o
Money Market
o
Investment Certificates of Deposits
b.
PNC Bank
o
Checking
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
14.
Purchasing Cooperatives
Resolve, that the Board approve the following purchasing
cooperatives:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
U. S. Communities
CO-STARS
Department of General Services (DGS) Local Piggy
Back Program (L3P)
AEPA Contract - Association of Educational
Purchasing Agencies’
Delaware County Joint Purchasing
Keystone Purchasing Network
The Pennsylvania Education Joint Purchasing Council
(PAEJPC)
TCPN National Governmental Purchasing
Cooperative
Peppm
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
15.
CADES Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve he proposed contractual
rates for the transportation of students for the Rose Tree
Media School District for the 2010 ESY and Summer
Program and Summer Preschool are as follows:
Round Trip (Del Co) per student/day
10/11
$61.80
11/12
$66.46
The Children and Adult Disability and Education Services
(CADES) provides Round Trip door-to-door transportation
for children enrolled in the summer programs.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
16.
PLANCON Part K
Resolve, that the board of School Directors approve the
submission of PLANCON Part K for the 2010AA bond.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
17.
2010-11 Tuition Rates and Estimated 2011-12 Tuition Rates
Resolve, that the Board approve the following Tuition Rates:
Final 2010-11 Tuition Rates
Elementary $ 14,231.99
Secondary $ 13,714.92
Tentative 2011-12 Tuition Rates
Elementary $ 14,029.47
Secondary $ 13,518.87
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
X. Finance
7
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
18.
2011-12 General Fund Budget
RESOLVE, that the School Board approve the 2011-2012
General Fund Budget in the amount of $80,637,784
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of School
Directors of the Rose Tree Media School District, Delaware
County, Pennsylvania, hereby authorize the appropriation
and expenditure of funds as itemized in said budget during
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011.
The necessary revenue for the same shall be provided by
1/2 of 1% real estate transfer tax and a $5 per capita tax
under both the Public School Code of 1949 and by the Local
Tax Enabling Act and a $10 Local Services Tax, all levied
and assessed for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, and
by a school tax on real estate which is hereby levied and
assessed at the rate of .222522 mills on the dollar on the
total amount of the assessed valuation on all property
taxable for school purposes in the Rose Tree Media School
District, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, or at the rate of
22.2522 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation of taxable
property.
Expenditures
Budget
2010-2011
Final
Budget 2011-2012
Instructional
1000
$ 44,332,354
Support Services
2000
26,282,694
25,067,291
Operation, Non-Instructional
Services
3000
1,316,065
1,411,813
Other Financing Services
5000
9,879,568
9,805,350
Totals
$ 81,810,681
$
44,353,330
$
80,637,784
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
X. Finance
8
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
19.
Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve a resolution
establishing the Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion for Rose Tree
Media School District to be an assessment reduction of $9,314,
which equates to a reduction in property tax of $207.26 for each
approved homestead/farmstead. See Attachment B
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
20.
Capital Reserve Budget
Resolve, that the Board approve the 2011-2012
Capital Reserve Fund Budget:
BUDGET
CODE
DEPARTMENT
DESCRIPTION
20102011
BUDGET
REVENUE
Transfer from General
Fund
$600,000
22-0101
EXPENDITURES
22-2740-109-00-13000-760
22-2220-000-00-13000-758
Transportation
Buses
$400,000
Technology
Network/Infrastructure $200,000
$600,000
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Finance
Committee Meeting.
X. Finance
9
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
21.
Property/Casualty and Workman’s Compensation Policy
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve the
renewal of the District’s property/casualty and workman’s
compensation policy in the amount of $548,629 with
PSBA/ACE & Companion.
Background
This item was discussed at the June 14, 2011 Operations
Committee Meeting.
22.
Contract with Jim Hall Educational Services
Resolve, that the Board approve the renewal contract with
Jim Hall Educational Services, for the 2011–2012 school
year.
Background
Jim Hall Educational Services will provide a career
mentoring/coaching program called Life Skills for junior and
senior students at the ERC on Fridays from 11:30 a.m. –
1:30 p.m. from 9/23/2011 through 5/4/2012 as part of the
counseling
requirement
for
alternative
education
programming. The fee will be $6,000.
23.
Contract with the Hilltop Preparatory School
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Hilltop
Preparatory School to provide educational services for one
student for the 2011-2012 School Year. The cost is
$36,850.00 per year.
`Background
The student has significant disabilities and is in need of this
specialized educational setting. The student will receive the
educational and related services indicated in the current IEP.
Hilltop is an approved private school; therefore, a 4010
application has been filed.
X. Finance
10
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
24.
Contracts with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit
Resolve, that the Board approve contracts from the
Delaware County Intermediate Unit to provide education
services during the 2011-2012 school year at the following:
Delaware County Detention Center, Be Proud Foundation
Day Treatment Program, and DCIU Sites for the education
of Elwyn Residential Students. Total contract amounts are
$1,041,887.00, $195,983.50, and $564,295.00, respectively.
Background
In an update and at the June Teaching and Learning
Committee meeting, Dr. Gilbert presented contracts for the
2011-2012 school year for services to students with
significant disabilities. These agreements will ensure that
students receive the educational services detailed below.
The Intermediate Unit agrees to perform education and
educational support services, administrative support services
and operate the program budget in the amount of
$1,041,887.00, to be paid by RTM in quarterly payments on
September 1, December 1, March 1, and June 1, 2011. The
contract is premised upon providing educational services for
all students entitled to a regular education program at the
Delaware County Detention Center, and providing special
education services for all eligible students. The Delaware
County Intermediate Unit will provide educational services as
part of the Be Proud Foundation Day Treatment Program,
including one full time classroom teacher, one full time
teacher assistant, instructional materials, supplies,
supervision and evaluation of teachers, verification of home
district residency and invoicing of home district on behalf of
RTM. Total cost of services will not exceed the budgeted
amount of $195,983.50, to be paid in two installments. The
Delaware County Intermediate Unit agrees to provide special
education programs and services for students who reside at
Elwyn. These students are placed there by community
agencies such as Catholic Social Services, DHS, and the
Delaware County Children and Youth Services System. The
cost of providing these programs and services is
$564,295.00, to be paid in quarterly payments on September
1, December 1, March 1, and June 1, 2012.
X. Finance
11
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
25.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Valley Forge
Educational Services to provide services for four (4) students
at the Vanguard School for the 2011-2012 School Year. The
cost is $45,185.00 per student, per year.
Background
The students have significant disabilities and are in need of
this specialized educational setting. The students will receive
the educational and related services indicated in their current
IEPs. Vanguard is an approved private school; therefore, a
4010 application has been filed.
26.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Valley Forge
Educational Services to provide services for a student to
attend the Vanguard School 2011 ESY program. The cost is
$6870.00 per student.
Background
The student has significant disabilities and is in need of this
specialized educational setting. The student will receive the
educational services indicated in the current IEP. The
program will be held from June 27 through August 5, 2011.
X. Finance
12
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
27.
Contract with Elwyn, Inc
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Elwyn, Inc
to provide the services of Therapeutic Facilitators for the
2011-2012 School Year. Services will include individual and
group therapeutic services for selected students in the
District, as follows: 4 hours per day, one half day per week
at the ERC, for 39 weeks. The cost of the services will be
$10,463.83. 7.2 hours per day at Penncrest and Springton
Lake. Services will be rendered 2.5 days per week and 2
days per week respectively, for 39 weeks. The cost of the
services will be $86,505.58. 7.25 hours per day, 2 days per
week, for 39 weeks or through December 31, 2011, as funds
permit at the four elementary schools. The cost of the
services will be $50,686.59 or $20,274.63 respectively.
Background
The selected students have significant disabilities and are in
need of this specialized service. Students will receive
services as indicated in their current IEPs.
28.
Settlement Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve a settlement agreement for
a student significant disabilities to receive educational
services at St. Katherine’s Day School for the 2011-2012
school year through the 2013-2014 school year. The tuition
rate is $8,725.00 per year, plus the cost of a 1:1 Personal
Care Assistant at $22,000.00 per year.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented the rationale and terms of the
settlement agreement being proposed at the
Teaching and Learning Committee meeting in June,
2011.
X. Finance
13
June 23, 2011
X.
Finance
B.
General
29.
Sunesys
Resolve, that the Board approve the Addendum No. 2011-01
to Dark Fiber License Agreement between Sunesys, LLC,
and Rose Tree Media School District to reconfigure the fiber
optic network that will relocate RTMSD’s existing hub site
from its current location at the Education Center to Springton
Lake Middle School. The work to be completed sixty (60)
days from the execution date of this Addendum for a onetime fee of Forty Thousand Dollars. See Attachment C
Background
This addendum was reviewed at the Technology Committee
meeting on June 14, 2011.
30.
Infradapt
Resolve, that the Board approve the Infradapt Support Plan
for Silver Maintenance on the district PBX equipment for a
term of three (3) years at a cost of fourteen thousand seven
hundred fifty dollars ($14,750.00). See Attachment D
Background
The background for this Support Plan was reviewed at the
Technology Committee meeting on June 14, 2011.
31.
Springton Lake Middle School Project Alternate
Resolve, that the Board approve to install Homogenous Title
at Springton Lake in the amount of $60,000.
Background
Replace VCT Vinyl Composite Tile with Homogenous Floor
Tile in certain corridors and areas at Springton Lake Middle
School.
X. Finance
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June 23, 2011
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Glenwood
Indian Lane
Angel
Jeffrey
Julie
Stephen
Stacy
Crystal
Diane
Patricia
Charles
Elizabeth
Lynn
Laura
Karen
Fern
Melissa
Katherine
Mark
Rachael
Maria
Andrea
Julie
Susan
Janice
Barry
Davies
Denton
Dieter
Gallagher
Grace-Green
Imburgia
Jackson
Keeler
Lutz
Lista
Mandia
Maher
Mathis
McDevitt
Megahey
Paikoff
Pinsley
Salera
Seaner
Small
Taylor
VanEss
Jaclyn
Wendy
Karen
Frances
Abby
Kathleen
Judith
Kathleen
Emily
Noreen
Ronald
Terry
Sue
Stephanie
Shirley
Nancy
Bridget
Lisa
Martha
Jason
Deborah
Lee
Leslie
Andre
Marianne
David
Arbutina
Barton
Battavio
Blanchette
Burke
Devine
DiMaio
Durant
Ferdon
Ford
Frank
Haskell-McDonald
Hendrixson
Herman
Huebner
Novello
Martin
Parkinson
Phillips
Pinto
Preg
Sitkowski
Valuck
Washington
Whiteman
Woods
Attachment A
ULOA
0.5
0.5
0.75
0.5
2011-2012
$58,202.00
$73,311.00
$46,833.00
$89,360.00
$73,311.00
$65,051.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$75,332.00
$97,384.00
$77,703.00
$55,635.00
$44,401.00
$88,802.00
$89,360.00
$73,311.00
$97,384.00
$65,051.00
$88,802.00
$47,057.00
$55,635.00
$88,802.00
$71,091.00
$46,609.00
$79,458.00
$79,458.00
$88,802.00
$55,635.00
$97,384.00
$88,802.00
$44,401.00
$46,833.00
$79,458.00
$88,802.00
$89,878.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$46,165.00
$79,458.00
$90,751.00
$62,812.00
$66,601.50
$99,788.00
$88,802.00
$65,051.00
$36,655.50
$97,384.00
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Media
Rose Tree
Gemma Marita
Kelley
Kristin
Elizabeth
Tracey
Rebekah
Sandra
Aaron
Sandra
Rebecca
Lisa
Susan
AnnMarie
Hans
Tina
Brittani
Jana
Claire
Brenda
Carly
Evan
Catherine
Christine
Carol
Jeanette
Jayne
Dana
Sue
Amoroso
Buchek
Connell
Coulter
Fritch
Grover
German
Goldfarb
Gruber
Harrison
Hooven
Howe
Johnson
Kalbach
Loveland-Smith
Lutterman
Maxwell
McGeehan
Millette
Lloyd
O'Neill
Poulos
Seeley
Shapero
Verdeur
Walker
Welc
Williamson
Susan
Desire
Margaret
Holly
Christine
Nancy
Berit
Diane
Angela
Christine
ThaiFaa
Sara
Kimberly
Matthew
Maureen
JoAnn
Keith
Kristin
Elizabeth
Maureen
Allen
Barnes
Barney
Clark
Dano
Gheysens
Haahr
Heiland
Lynch
Maguire
Mayfield-Pinkett
McKelvey
Michaels
Moore
Naylor
Podlaski
Sharp
Smith
Thompson
VanZant
Attachment A
0.5
ULOA
2011-2012
$72,850.00
$88,802.00
$44,401.00
$73,644.00
$93,936.00
$70,192.00
$88,802.00
$59,022.00
$89,360.00
$77,323.00
$88,802.00
$97,384.00
$62,812.00
$48,199.00
$73,311.00
$58,202.00
$90,752.00
$62,585.00
$79,458.00
$48,038.00
$52,757.00
$93,372.00
$55,635.00
$88,802.00
$47,057.00
$88,330.00
$90,752.00
$93,372.00
$89,360.00
$78,511.00
$99,788.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$59,318.00
$48,199.00
$49,932.00
$49,932.00
$62,812.00
$58,202.00
$97,384.00
$65,881.00
$85,348.00
$65,881.00
$97,384.00
$46,609.00
$93,372.00
$79,458.00
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Springton Lake
Stephen
William
Lotalinda
Shawna
Susan
Michael
Dorothee
Jennifer
Jerry
John
Josephine
Joseph
Nancy
Douglas
Pamela
Randall
Robin
Nadine
Mark
Matthew
Susan
Joseph
Douglas
Adrienne
Bridget
Jason
Geralyn
Lisa
Todd
Jennifer
Kathleen
Tonya
Stefanie
Amanda
Kim
Carin
Mark
Paul
Mary Belle
Bond
Sharon
Britt
Judith
Brian
Kevin
Alan
Donna
Phoebe
Amy
Betsy
William
Diane
Mary Ann
Andrew
Courtney
Sharon
Mark
Adams
Carr
Castro-Anderson
Cliff
Cooper
DeLeo
Diaz
Diaz
Diaz
Dixon
Dizon
Fisher
Going
Gramo
Gregg
Harp
Heckman
Hensley
Homan
Johnston
Knipel
Korzec
Krugler
Kutney
Laubach
Lazarow
Mayernick
McCarthy
McKay
McLeod
Maguire
Melchior
Miller
Morris
Morris
Newsome
Nixon
Norris
Patton
Perket
Prior
Rago
Raichek
Reilly
Reilley
Reno
Schied
Simmington
Somerville
Spardel
Stack
Stern
Sycz
Virtue
Williams
Williams
Yanchek
Attachment A
ULOA
0.8
0.8
2011-2012
$88,802.00
$60,588.00
$60,588.00
$59,615.00
$90,752.00
$97,384.00
$53,340.00
$58,202.00
$62,812.00
$88,802.00
$70,192.00
$45,944.00
$97,384.00
$65,881.00
$93,372.00
$90,752.00
$48,199.00
$60,588.00
$81,335.00
$53,056.00
$93,936.00
$90,752.00
$46,386.00
$85,348.00
$65,051.00
$59,911.00
$97,384.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$71,928.00
$85,348.00
$97,384.00
$65,881.00
$53,205.00
$58,202.00
$80,752.00
$45,725.00
$71,091.00
$52,757.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$80,472.00
$46,561.60
$80,472.00
$65,051.00
$53,340.00
$80,472.00
$85,348.00
$72,601.60
$62,812.00
$62,585.00
$89,878.00
$90,752.00
$81,335.00
$97,384.00
$65,051.00
$45,506.00
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Penncrest
Samantha
Jessica
James
Angela
Lorraine
Sandra
Craig
Stephen
James
Michael
Jennifer
Elizabeth
Susan
Meghan
Deanna
Benjamin
Stephan
Paul
Laura
Carley
Brian
Michael
Michele
Thomas
Francis
Linda
Sherre
Paul
Michele
Robert
Sean
Andrew
Tracy
Gregory
Michelle
Carl
Christiana
Sandra
Michael
Lisa
Anthony
Theresa
Michael
Robert
Bridget
Concetta
David
Amanda
Stephan
David
Susan
Donna
George
Laura
Kevin
Molly
Evan
Abelson
Anderson
Beatty
Beaudry
Bury
Carter
Casner
Chicano
Ciccarelli
Clark
Clarke
Clements
Coates
Cristaldi
Dachiu
Danson
Dashkiwsky
DelPrato
Diksa
Dillon
Dougherty
Doyle
Doyle
Durant
Fitzpatrick
Flexon
Gaertner
Graham
Hart
Higgins
Hobdell
Ikeler
Jackson
Jacobs
Kirk
Kriebel
Kuntz
Lin
LoBiondo
Lobitz
Lombardo
Long
Ludwig
Malkovsky
Mason
Mattioni
Matthews
Meltz
Mescanti
Miller
Miller
Montich
Munro
Nemec-Osborne
Nolen
Page
Pettit
Attachment A
ERC
0.8
0.2
0.4
2011-2012
$75,332.00
$93,372.00 fml 11/05$47,057.00
$73,311.00
$97,384.00
$78,511.00
$93,372.00
$59,615.00
$85,612.00
$60,588.00
$93,372.00
$77,703.00
$97,384.00
$53,056.00
$53,205.00
$88,802.00
$58,202.00
$89,360.00
$64,208.00
$93,372.00
$97,384.00
$89,360.00
$93,936.00
$97,384.00
$53,056.00
$62,812.00
$97,384.00
$73,644.00
$72,850.00
$89,878.00
$45,944.00
$68,013.00
$62,812.00
$47,057.00
$58,202.00
$88,802.00
$88,802.00
$47,454.40
$79,458.00
$75,332.00
$99,788.00
$97,384.00
$88,802.00
$78,511.00
$13,917.20
$93,936.00
$88,802.00
$58,429.00
$97,384.00
$45,725.00
$97,384.00
$67,325.00
$62,585.00
$46,386.00
$79,458.00
$21,162.40
$48,118.00
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Penncrest cont'd
Special Education
Felicia
Kathleen
Heather
Maureen
Jason
Kimberly
Judy
Mark
Alicia
Brian
DeAnn
James
Steven
Robert
Jeremy
Sharon
Craig
Edward
Ronni
Sandra
David
Enoch
Dana
Sharon
Anna
Mark
James
Quinzi
Rauch
Reed
Reuther
Ritter
Riviere
Ruckle
Samilenko
Santelli
Saviski
Scherer
Shea
Silva
Simpson
Smith
Smith
Snyder
Somers
Sowers
Staiger
Stango
Stevenson
Sudall
Sweeney
Wiegner
Williams
Zervanos
Kylee
Nicholas
Catherine
Marie
Kirsten
Cynthia
Sandra
Lindsay
William
Colleen
Kristen
Dora
Debra
Jennifer
Jodi
Karen
Michele
Elishia
Tiffany
Sara
Vince
Suzanne
William
Margaret
Bucci
Bell
Bennett
Castellan
Curry
Garvin
Goldman
Groy
Harmon
Hoy
Maze
Mead
Schnaars
Simmons
Strevig
Walker
Woodward
Arias
Bendistis
Debessay
Eppolito
Hemenway
Henderson
Hudak
Attachment A
0.4
ERC
.8 Latin
ERC (.70)
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS(.60)
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
2011-2012
$60,588.00
$88,802.00
$97,384.00
$35,520.80
$68,013.00
$85,348.00
$80,472.00
$93,936.00
$77,323.00
$59,318.00
$97,384.00
$88,802.00
$97,384.00
$97,384.00
$48,118.00
$55,635.00
$88,802.00
$97,384.00
$46,386.00
$79,458.00
$62,812.00
$46,561.60
$97,384.00
$97,384.00
$53,205.00
$73,311.00
$97,384.00
$41,730.50
$46,833.00
$97,384.00
$93,936.00
$65,051.00
$97,384.00
$97,384.00
$77,323.00
$46,165.00
$27,699.00
$46,165.00
$88,802.00
$53,205.00
$65,051.00
$55,635.00
$90,752.00
$88,802.00
$85,348.00
$73,311.00
$60,588.00
$72,850.00
$77,323.00
$85,348.00
$88,802.00
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Special Education cont'd
Attachment A
2011-2012
$77,813.00
$81,335.00
$48,118.00
$81,335.00
$75,332.00
$81,335.00
$88,802.00
$46,609.00
$32,940.50 fml 1/08 $45,944.00
$88,802.00
$60,588.00
$88,802.00
$48,118.00
$65,881.00
$53,205.00
$45,725.00
$75,332.00
$88,802.00
Candace
Veronica
Brian
Carleen
Alexandra
Megan
Lawrence
Alexis
Kristine
Julia
Diane
Stacy
Carol
Elizabeth
Kim
Jaclyn
Lisa
Elizabeth
Joanne
Krautzel
Kurash
Lynch
Megow
Perilli
Snyder
Twiss
Wilson
Acker
Geisel
McElhenney
McMorrow
Townsend
Keane
Peckman
Leck
Petruzzelli
Hennessey
Wade
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
IL (.5) (ULOA)
IL
IL
IL
IL
M
M
RT
RT
GW
GW
Virtual Kindergarten/CFF
Gifted
Christa
Anthony
Marianne
Erin
Enoch
Bridget
Amy
Consadene
Grisillo
Whiteman
Scheivert
Stevenson
Mason
Somerville
EC
GW/RT
IL(.5)
M
PHS(.2)
PHS/SLMS(.8)
SLMS(.2)
$88,802.00
$80,472.00
$36,655.50
$65,881.00
$11,640.40
$55,668.80
$18,150.40
Guidance Counselors
Jean
Dana
Jessica
Patrick
Margaret
Sue
Alison
Helen
Sarah
David
Karen
Lori
McPheeters
Vellios
Hilden
Murphy
Gilroy
Griffin
Harrison
Douglass-Garrett
Graham
Harple
Kerr
Rice-Spring
RT
GW
IL
ME
SL
SL
SL
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
$88,802.00
$71,928.00
$58,202.00
$88,802.00
$59,615.00
$93,372.00
$97,384.00
$90,752.00
$62,812.00
$88,802.00
$93,936.00
$77,323.00
Music/Instrumental
Jonathan
Andrew
Antoinette
James
Boyle
Bugosh
Lyons
Walls
IL
ME
PHS
IL/RT
$65,051.00
$75,332.00
$88,802.00
$85,348.00
Speech
Gina
George
Julia
Johannah
Kokoska
Ament
Friedgen
Govey
(.8) SL/GW
ME
IL
RT/SL(.8)
$55,668.80
$65,881.00
$73,311.00
$41,966.40
Librarians
Lauren
Jacqueline
Lisa
Winifred
Tracy
Hudson
Matusow
Stuart
Host
Hatton
SL
M
RT
PHS
IL
$53,056.00
$85,819.00
$72,389.00
$53,056.00
$75,332.00
Appendix IX
Attachment A
Salaries 2011-2012
2011-2012
Teacher Leader
Todd
Brown
ESL
Kathleen
Anjali
Kay
Lovinda
Lisa
Osgood
DelPrato
Roberts
Weaver
Jacinto-Cassidy
Occupational Therapists
Mary Beth
Lisa
Hoffman
Roccia
Nurses
Leslie
Kathy
Debra
Judith
Goldsmith
Johnson
Taylor
Stingle
Substitute Nurses
Herman-Liu, Alisa
McGlynn-Allen, Karen
Cabinet
Linda
Anne
Grace
Angela
Patricia
Steve
James
Bluebello
Callahan
Eves
Gilbert
Linden
Taylor
Wigo
ADSUP I
Ronald
Patricia
William
Eric
Kenneth
Bernadette
Karen
Eleanor
Mara
William
Susan
Richard
Ronald
Ralph
Heather
Anthony
Judith
Joyce
Mack
Bonnie
Maria
Joshua
Kim
Charles
Roxanne
Kathy
Baldino
Barta
Bennett
Bucci
Curran
Dacanay
Daugherty
DiMarino-Linnen
Dixon
Dougherty
Evans
Gregg
Harris
Harrison
Hogan
Jackowski
Jalbert
Jeuell
Johnson
Kinsler
Kotch
Mattson
McCann-Roller
Olinger
Schupp
White
EC
SL/M
PHS (ULOA)
GW/IL/RT
ME/GW
PHS
$85,612.00
$90,752.00
$58,202.00 fml 8/07 $70,191.00
$60,588.00
$55,635.00
EC
IL/GW/SL
$62,585.00
$62,585.00
SL
RT
GW
PHS
$49,932.00
$48,118.00
$97,384.00
$46,386.00
$100 per day
$100 per day
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
$140,471.00
$140,471.00
$140,471.00
$140,471.00
$140,471.00
$140,471.00
$175,000.00
SC
EC
IL
PHS
EC
EC
RT
ERC
PHS/RT
GW
PHS
PHS
EC
PHS
EC
SL
EC
SL
EC
SC
M
PHS
EC
PC
EC
SL
$86,898.00
$125,346.00
$129,139.00
$121,658.00
$98,486.00
$75,312.00
$121,658.00
$121,658.00
$98,486.00
$123,976.00
$126,241.00
$139,485.00
$98,486.00
$121,658.00
$86,898.00
$115,866.00
$98,486.00
$130,927.00
$98,486.00
$86,898.00
$131,670.00
$98,486.00
$98,486.00
$98,486.00
$86,898.00
$115,865.00
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
ADSUP II
Facilities Foreman
Attachment A
2011-2012
Greg
Gene
Armondo
Michael
Joel
Kerry
Ivan
Mike
Philip
Donna
Daniel
Bost
Pysher
Ragni
Price
Schupp
Feltner
Brown
Jones
Quinzi
Simpson
Rottenberk
GW
SL
PHS
M
IL
RT
SC
SC
Trans
Trans
Print Shop
$39,814.00
$60,037.00
$48,200.00
$38,216.00
$38,560.00
$38,560.00
$69,052.00
$59,416.00
$59,045.00
$43,056.00
$64,158.00
Amy
Kathleen
Catherine
Joyce
Nancy
Marion
Lenton
Cook
Boylan
Wolf
Peters
Brower
IL
GW
M
SL
PHS
Non-Public
$32,741.46
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
Butt
Douglas
Kelly
Morrison
Strowbridge
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
$17,231.22
$18,671.40
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
Deborah
Linda
Joan
Cynthia
Patricia
Jacqueline
Hoffman
Kilpatrick
King
Santa Maria
Stokes
Wise
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
Constance
Mabel
Karen
Elaine
Joann
Lisa
Athena
Cottumaccio
Deldeo
Jackson
Jay
Sausman
Bendezu
Valavanis
EC
EC
PHS
EC
SC
ERC
G/M/IL/RT
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
$34,464.70
Secretary II
Melissa
Erin
Finsterbusch
O'Neill
EC
EC
$37,046.68
$37,046.68
Secretary III
Diane
Suzanne
Debbie
Estelle
Boyer
Iannetti
Reischer
Hewlett-Elliott
M
G
IL
RT
$38,770.65
$38,770.65
$38,770.65
$38,770.65
Secretary IV
Maureen
Charron
McMormick
Verica
SL
PHS
$40,346.89
$40,346.89
Maintenance Foreman
Fields Foreman
Garage Foreman
Dispatcher
Printer
10 Month Specialist
Secretary I
Anita (3.5 hrs)
220 days Rachel (4.5 hrs)
Patricia
Lynn
Juanita
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Secretary V
Linda
220 days Jean (3.5 hrs)
Sharon
Nancy
Mary
Lindsay
Attachment A
Gallagher
Kenney
McClaskey
Owen
Shedlock
Winter
EC
EC
EC
EC
SC
EC
2011-2012
$41,921.99
$17,668.27
$41,921.99
$41,921.99
$41,921.99
$41,921.99
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
$40,821.56
$53,924.72
$54,657.67
$60,081.26
$42,980.30
PHS
RT
GW
M
IL
$17,744.36
$27,602.34
$27,602.34
$27,602.34
$27,602.34
EC
EC
EC
EC
$41,353.77
$41,353.77
$41,353.77
$41,353.77
Confidential Secretaries/Clerk
Elizabeth
Debra
Donna
Gail
Barbara
Gorman
Raup-Whiteside
Rottenberk
Boettcher
Harmon
Office Clerk I (220 days)
Jennifer (4.5)
Frances
Joan
Martha
Joann
Espinosa
Kelly
Martin
Mayer
Raport
Office Clerk III
Judy
Jeanne
Sarah Jane
Frances
Blair
Kampmeyer
Milewski
Provence
Support Staff I
Patricia
Cynthia
Beth Ann
Theresa
Christine
Bethany
Linda
Charlene
Medrow
Miller
Murphy
Nott
Nolan
Zeleznick
Rowley
Merk
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
Elizabeth
Angela
Jean
Suzannah
Hones
Repice
Davis
Emmons
SL
SL
SL
SL
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
Maryann
Mary Ellen
Joann
Laura
Berot
Densmore
Vann
DelCasale
IL
IL
IL
IL
$14.07
$14.07
$13.37
$14.07
Florence
Joanne
Alice
Christine
Grey
Galinsky
Linden
Raymond
GW
GW
GW
GW
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
Kathleen
Medina
Charlotte
Betty Jane
Shegda
Heller
Piasecki
Spears
RT
RT
RT
RT
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Support Staff I cont'd
Support Staff II
Attachment A
Virginia
Anne
Anne Marie
Marianne
Dashkiwsky
Moss
Mundy
Nigolian
M
M
M
M
2011-2012
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
$14.07
Diane
Donna
Elise
Jordan
Lomas
Simonian
RT
RT
RT
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Marydana
Maria
Amanda
Donna
Jennifer
Dotts
Mendoza-Jayme
Sessa
Tompkins
Ziegler
M
M
M
M
M
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Ann
Joanne
Larry
Adele
Austin
Goldsmith
Owens
Winn
GW
GW
GW
GW
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Eileen
Joann
Ryan
Susan
Geri
Eugenia
Lori
Patricia
Barbara
Elizabeth
Sharon
Jill
Vikki
Kate
Dolan
Dougherty
Lewis
Matthews
Morrison
Perich
Quindlen
Skean
Snyder
Stollsteimer
Hazley
Koechig
Blair
Ballard
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL(.5)
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Janet
Jennifer
Julie
Martha
Patricia
Cynthia
Veronica
George
Kimberly
Randall
Derrick
Ballentine
Blythe
Gropp
Gumienny
Impagliazo
Martin
McCarthy
Sycz
Smith
Wizniak
Smith
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Margaret
Florence
Marie
Svitlana
Richard
Hope
Joy
Allison
Remy
Coyne
Brown
DiCandilo
Duffy
Epstein
Kaut
Keith
Koechig
Kurland
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Support Staff II cont'd
Attachment A
Catherine
John
Brian
Jessica
Lacock
Mansure
Swierczek
Jacovini
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
2011-2012
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
$16.86
Tech Assistant I
Lynn
Linda
Jane
Ciminera
Davis
Battaglia
IL/GW
M/GW/IL
M/RT
$36,554.60
$36,554.60
$36,554.60
Tech Assistant II
Andrea
Debra
Drinkwine
DeFronzo
PC
SL
$49,187.23
$46,727.87
Francis
Deady
SL
Hourly Rate
$9.80
Receptionist
Linda
Maureen
Bethany
Leigh
Joann
Buckler
Beall
Zeleznick
Raup
Raport
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
$17.13
$17.13
$17.13
$15.85
$17.13
Maintenance
Mark
David
Glen
John
David
Bruce
Frank
George
Connor
Bhrim
Dages
Long
Dunne
Leonard
Otto
Finsterbusch
Truesdale
McCormick
SL
SC
SC
PC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
$18.80
$18.80
$16.07
$18.80
$18.80
$18.80
$18.80
$18.80
$18.80
Tradesman
Walter
Michael
Michael
Noldy
Potts
Finn
SC
SC
SC
$24.76
$24.76
$27.66
Bus Mechanic
Nicholas
Paul
Faluvegi
Griglione
SC
SC
$23.26
$23.26
Custodians
Cynthia
Phipps
EC
$16.94
Diane
Terrance
Jerry
Lawrence
John
Aaron
Neal
Anthony
Gibson
Jones
Williams
Smith
Washington
Gibson
Sheffield
Barrett
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
John
Clifton
Melvin
Vanessa
Lawrence
John
Mildred
Arata
Berry
Crouse
Dill
Powell
Bell
Jacobs
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS 3rd shift
PHS
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$17.44
$16.94
SUBSTITUTES
Print Shop
Courier
Appendix IX
Attachment A
Salaries 2011-2012
Shortall
Ron A
PHS
2011-2012
$16.94
Appendix IX
Attachment A
Salaries 2011-2012
Custodians cont'd
Substitute Custodians
Hourly Rate $12.00
Cafeteria
Office Assistant
(Unit Leader)
2011-2012
John
Salvatore
James
Joseph
Amber
Collins
Giampino
Swiggett
Way
Gibson
PHS3rd shift
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
$17.44
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
Debbie
Ron
Barry
Linn
Shortall
Yeager
RT
RT
RT
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
Jerome
Janina
Willie
Clyde
Harper
Janczyk
Jones
Davis
M
M
M
M
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
Carl
Paulette
Pasquale
Charles
Holland
Goolsby
Ragni
Johnson
GW
GW
GW
GW
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
Anthony
Raymond
Robert
Christopher
DiScala
Stier
Taylor
Bolles
IL
IL
IL
IL
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
$16.94
Helen
Hall
M&O
$16.94
Dunne, John
Griglione, Paul
McCullough, Kevin
Leonard, David
Pedrick, Andrea
Finsterbusch, Frank
Debbie
Tyson (7.0)
Amy
Jayne
Grasty, Mary
Bacon, Michael
Taddese, Rahel
M & O/PHS
$12.88
McKernan (4.5)
Beverly (4.5)
GW
GW
$11.40
$12.21
Jennifer
Maureen
Andrea
Carol
Theresa
Clements (6.0)
Dooner (4.0)
Pedrick (4.0)
Neill (4.0)
Allen (4.0)
IL
IL
IL
IL
IL
$15.92
$12.21
$12.21
$12.21
$10.87
Mary
Susan
Melissa
Grasty (4.0)
Dunn (4.0)
Shelly (4.5)
M
M
M
$12.21
$10.87
$10.87
Margie
Lois
VanLeer (4.5)
Yachetti (4.5)
RT
RT
$12.21
$12.21
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Cafeteria cont'd
Attachment A
Dawn
Isabelle
Lisa
Brenda
Christine
Nancy
Laura
Anna
Kathleen
Noreen
Alonso (4.0)
Boudazin (4.0)
Casey (4.0)
Wolters (4.0)
Duncan (4.0)
Sands (4.0)
Netwall (6.5)
Charlton (4.0)
Simpson (5.0)
Plotts (4.0)
Elisa
Michele
Christine
Nancy
Jennifer
Alisha
Annamarie
Nariman
Diane
Sherry
Matthew
Lisa
Loretta
Ettien (6.5)
Frisoli (4.5)
Lomas (4.0)
McHugh (4.5)
McNabb-Jones (4.0)
Moreland (4.0)
Ottolenghi (4.0)
Shaer (4.0)
Swantek (6.75)
Voorhees (4.0)
Soares (4.0)
McCallion
Dewees
Substitute Cafeteria
$10.34 per hour
Elaine Dougherty
Norma Neal
Ruth Wigfield
Toya Coles
Theresa Allen
Linda Resinsky
Bus Drivers
Hourly Rate $21.53
Akley, Dorman
Baker, Sheila
Barlow, Pat
Battey, Diane
Bigas, James
Bloom, Anita
Bond, Bob
Campoli, Sandy
Carletti, Maggie
Constantine, Carol
Cook, Kelly
Copple, Ben
Cornog, Lisa
Cunningham, Linda
Czernick, John
D'Aprile, Rocco
D'Ignazio, Bonnie
DeRosa, Joseph
Douge, Arlene
Doyle, Fran
Elliott, James
Fagan, Jim
Faulkner, Ben
Faulkner, Joseph
Fitzsimmons, Peter
Fletcher, Sharon
Gibson, Edward
Goff, John
Hall Cathy
Hall, Charles
Henderson, Clay
Higgins, Tom
Kennedy, Charles
Krauss, Lynne
Kulp, John
Litwa, Brian
Masse, David
McMeniman, William
Megahey, John
Miller, James
Mirarchi, Joseph
Monaco, Joseph
Monaco, Kathy
Oreskovich, Joachim
Perna Joyce, Angela
Piccoli, Marc
Polidari, Nicholas
Polizzi, John
Redcay, Russ
Sausman, Bill
Sellitto, Dennis
Shaw, Yvonne
Silva, Arlene
Smith, Connie
Tangradi,Kathy
Taylor, Richard
Trader, Sharon
Valenti, Marsha
Waller, Paul
Watson, Cliff
Substitute Drivers
Dragon, Catherine
Barbosa, John
Brazunas, Anthony
Donley, James
Ellison, Thomas
Keidel, Jon
McCarry, Kathryn
Martin, James
Smith, W. Clement
Wilson, Robert
Dragon, Catherine
Claypole, Diana
Coles, Toya
(Unit Leader)
(Unit Leader)
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
SL
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
PHS
2011-2012
$12.21
$11.40
$12.21
$10.87
$12.21
$12.21
$15.92
$10.87
$12.21
$10.87
$15.92
$12.21
$12.21
$12.21
$12.21
$12.21
$12.21
$11.40
$12.21
$12.21
$10.87
$10.87
$10.87
Appendix IX
Salaries 2011-2012
Bus Aides
Hourly Rate $14.15
Attachment A
2011-2012
Fagan, Nancy (sub)
Bolton, Gwen
Keller, Cheryl
Myers, Irene
McMenamin, Dawn (sub)
Rheinstadter, Edward
Ruggieri, Dolly
Saunders, Audrey
Attachment B
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
2011 Homestead Exclusion Resolution
RESOLVED, by the Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media School District, that
homestead exclusion real estate tax assessment reductions are authorized for the school year
beginning July 1, 2011, under the provisions of the Homestead Property Exclusion Program Act
(part of Act 50 of 1998) and the Taxpayer Relief Act (Act 1 of 2006), as follows:
1.
Aggregate amount available for homestead and farmstead real estate tax reduction.
The following amounts are available for homestead and farmstead real estate tax reduction for
the school year beginning July 1, 2011:
a.
Gambling tax funds. The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has
notified the School District that PDE will pay to the School District during the school year
pursuant to Act 1, 53 P.S. § 6926.505(b), as a property tax reduction allocation funded by
gambling tax funds, the amount of $1,633,059.73
b.
Other sources. Funds will be available during the school year for real estate
reduction from other sources, namely the undistributed gambling tax funds from 2010, in the
amount of $176.
c.
Aggregate amount available. Adding these amounts, the aggregate amount
available during the school year for real estate tax reduction is $1,633,235.73.
2.
Homestead/farmstead numbers. Pursuant to Act 50, 54 Pa. C.S. § 8584(i), and Act 1,
53 P.S. § 6926.341(g)(3), the County has provided the School District with a certified report
listing approved homesteads and approved farmsteads as follows:
a.
Homestead property number. The number of approved homesteads within the
School District is 7,880.
3.
Real estate tax reduction calculation. Dividing the paragraph 1(c) aggregate amount
available during the school year for real estate tax reduction of $1,633,235.73 by the paragraph
2(a) number of approved homesteads of 7,880, the maximum real estate tax reduction amount
applicable to each approved homestead is $207.26.
4.
Homestead exclusion calculation. Dividing the paragraph 3 maximum real estate tax
reduction amount of $207.26 by the School District real estate tax rate of 22.2522 mills
(.0222522), the maximum real estate assessed value reduction to be reflected on tax notices as a
homestead exclusion for each approved homestead is $9,314.
5.
Homestead exclusion authorization – July 1 tax bills. The tax notice issued to the
owner of each approved homestead within the School District shall reflect a homestead exclusion
real estate assessed value reduction equal to the lesser of: (a) the County-established assessed
value of the homestead, or (b) the paragraph 4 maximum real estate assessed value reduction of
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Attachment B
$9,314. For purposes of this Resolution, “approved homestead” shall mean homesteads listed in
the report referred to in paragraph 2 above and received by the School District from the County
Assessment Office on or before May 1 pursuant to Act 1, 53 P.S. § 6926.341(g)(3), based on
homestead applications filed with the County Assessment Office on or before March 1. This
paragraph 5 will apply to tax notices issued based on the initial tax duplicate used in issuing
initial real estate tax notices for the school year, which will be issued on or promptly after July 1,
and will not apply to interim real estate tax bills.
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Attachment C
ADDENDUM NO. 2011-01 TO
DARK FIBER LICENSE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
SUNESYS, LLC
AND
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
THIS ADDENDUM No. 2011-01 ("Addendum") is made effective as of the ___
day of June, 2011 by and between Sunesys, LLC (successor by merger to Sunesys, Inc.)
("SUNESYS") and Rose Tree Media School District ("Licensee").
WHEREAS, Blair Park Services, Inc. (“Blair Park”) and Licensee have
previously entered into that certain Dark Fiber License Agreement dated as of June 1,
1999 (the “Agreement”), wherein Blair Park licensed to Licensee the use of six (6)
strands of optical fiber along the Route connecting Licensee’s facilities within the school
district; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement was subsequently assigned to Sunesys, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, Sunesys, Inc. was merged into SUNESYS on December 31,
2006, with SUNESYS as the surviving entity after the merger; and
WHEREAS, SUNESYS is the current service provider under the Agreement;
and
WHEREAS, SUNESYS and Licensee wish to enter this Addendum in order
reconfigure the fiber optic network licensed to Licensee to relocate Licensee’s existing
hub site from its current location at Licensee’s Education Center, 308 North Olive Street,
Media, PA to the Springton Lake Middle School, 1900 North Providence Road, Media,
PA.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, and intending to be
legally bound, SUNESYS and Licensee agree as follows:
1.
Any capitalized terms not defined herein, shall have the meaning as set
forth in the Agreement.
2.
In the event of any inconsistencies between the terms of this Addendum
and the Agreement, the terms of this Addendum shall control and take
precedence.
3.
Upon execution of this Addendum, SUNESYS shall perform the work
necessary to reconfigure the fiber optic network licensed to Licensee to
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relocate Licensee’s existing hub site from its current location at Licensee’s
Education Center, 308 North Olive Street, Media, PA to the Springton
Lake Middle School, 19 North Providence Road, Media, PA (the “Hub
Relocation Work”).
4.
Licensee shall pay to SUNESYS a one-time fee of Forty Thousand Dollars
($40,000.00) on the Acceptance Date for the Hub Relocation Work.
5.
The Completion Date for the Hub Relocation Work shall be Sixty (60)
days from the execution date of this Addendum.
6.
This Addendum shall not be effective until executed by an authorized
representative of Licensee and accepted by an authorized representative of
SUNESYS.
7.
By execution hereof, the signers hereby signify that each is authorized to
execute this Addendum on behalf of and bind their respective party hereto.
8.
Except as modified in this Addendum, the Agreement remains as
previously written and agreed to by the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have caused this Addendum to be
executed as of the date first above referenced.
SUNESYS, LLC:
By: ____________________
Name: _________________
Title: __________________
Date: June ___, 2011
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT:
By: ____________________
Name: _________________
Title: __________________
Date: June ___, 2011
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