ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
October 28, 2010
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
III.
Writers Workshop – Glenwood Elementary School
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
Rick Gregg, Principal of the Year, Presentation by Patrick J. Caligiuri,
Financial Services Representative from MetLife Resources
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Legislative Meeting of September 23, 2010
Bid Opening Minutes of October 11, 2010 – Acoustical Music Shell
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Roll Call
Presentations and Awards
A.
IV.
Pledge of Allegiance
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
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VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
B.
C.
D.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Degree Advancement
d.
Rescind Supplemental Contacts
e.
Supplemental Contracts
f.
Salary Change
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest Girls Cross Country – Hershey, PA
2.
Penncrest Boys Cross Country – Hershey, PA
3.
Student Leadership Club – Worlds End State Park, PA
4.
Penncrest Wrestling Team – Nokesville, VA
5.
Spanish Language Immersion – Costa Rica
6.
French Exchange Cultural Immersion – Avignon, France
7.
Latin Department Cultural Immersion - Italy
Penncrest Course Selection Guide for 2011-2012
Addendum
1.
Nomination – None
2.
Terminations – None
3.
General
a.
Other
Finance
A.
B.
Agenda
None
New Business
A.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
2.
Haivision VideoFurnace Multimedia Video over IP Distribution
System – See Attachment A
3.
Agreement with Infradapt, LLC – See Attachment B
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C.
D.
XI.
4.
CritiCare Nursing Services
5.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
6.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services (Vanguard School)
7.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services (Vanguard School)
8.
Relocation of District Wide Data Center
Financials for September 2010
Bill lists for September 2010
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 November 18, 2010, 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
September 23, 2010
Minutes of the September 23, 2010 Legislative Meeting
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Board Members in Attendance:
Roll Call
Students:
Daniel Belk
Ashley Paul
Alexa Clofine
Jaclyn Turet
John Hanna, President
Veronica Barbato
Peter Barry
Linda Kinsler-Fox
Nancy Fronduti
Nancy Mackrides
William Montgomery
William O’Donnell
Absent: Jeffrey Pettit
Also in Attendance:
Ron Baldino, Maintenance and Operations
William Bennett, Principal, Indian Lane
Linda Bluebello, Director of Pupil Services
Eric Bucci, Asst. Principal, PHS
Anne Callahan, Dir. Human Resources
Bernadette Dacanay, Home & School Visitor
Karen Daugherty, Principal, RTE
William Dougherty, Principal, Glenwood
Grace Eves, Dir. Management Services
Angela Gilbert, Dir. Elem. Teaching & Learning
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Asst. Principal, PHS
Heather Hogan, Accountant
Anthony Jackowski, Ass’t. Principal SLMS
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Joyce Jeuell, Principal, SLMS
Mack Johnson, Management Specialist for
SMS and FMS
Thomas Kelly, Solicitor
Bonnie Kinsler, Supervisor of Transportation
Maria Kotch, Principal, Media
Patti Linden, Dir. Information Sciences
Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Specialist
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director
Roxanne Schupp, Super. Business Operations
Steve Taylor, Dir. Sec. Teaching & Learning
Katherine White, Ass’t. Principal SLMS
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II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of August 26, 2010
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 12
Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
August 26, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
IV.
None
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
Connecting the Visual Arts with the Community –
Media Elementary School
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports – DCIU - William Montgomery
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of September 23, 2010
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
September 23, 2010
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V.
Reports (cont’d)
F.
Solicitor’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of September 23, 2010
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 13
A.
Valdes, Emilio & Chris Tax Assessmet Appeal (111 Watermill
Lane, Upper Providence Township) – 2008-2011
The Solicitor requests authorization to settle this tax assessment
appeal in accordance with Attachment No. 1.
B.
Harootunian, Lee Tax Assessment Appeal (1108 Rosewood
Lane, Edgmont Township) – 2008-2011
The Solicitor requests authorization to settle this tax assessment
appeal in accordance with Attachment No. 1
C.
Orange Realty Tax Assessment Appeal (310 Orange St. Media
Borough – 2010-2011
The Solicitor Requests authorization to settle this tax assessment
appeal in accordance with Attachment No. 1.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
G.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
President’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of
September 23, 2010.
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VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each) - None
A.
VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
RTMEA – Sue Williamson
Rose Tree Media Residents – None
Old Business
A.
None
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
2.
Terminations - None
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a
motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 14
1.
2.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Helen Pron, Cafeteria Worker, Springton
Lake Middle School, resignation effective
August 30, 2010.
2.
Ronald Jones, Bus Driver, Deceased, August
28, 2010.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Lindsi Ciuffetelli, Long Term Substitute
Elementary Teacher effective October 1,
2010 at the rate of $44,404, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 1. Ms. Ciuffetelli received her
Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State
University. She is assigned to Media
Elementary School replacing Rebekah
Grover who will be on leave.
2.
Ronni Sowers, ERC Summer School,
effective August 2, 2010, at the rate of $200
per day to a total of $2,200.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
3.
Kylee Bucci, ERC Summer School, effective August
2, 2010, at the rate of $200 per day to a total of
$2,200.
4.
Rescind appointment of Nadia Mele, Long Term
Substitute School Psychologist. Ms. Mele declined
the position.
5.
Michele Shaw, Long Term Substitute Math Teacher,
effective September 10, 2010 at the annual salary of
$44,404.00, Bachelor’s Degree/Step 1. Ms. Shaw
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State
University. She is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School replacing Phoebe Simmington who is
on sabbatical.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
6.
Recommend Board approval for the following
District Personnel to serve as Homebound
Instructors for the 2010-2011 school year at the rate
of $45.00 per hour:
Samantha Abelson
Elisha Arias
Tiffany Bendistis
Marie Castellan
Meghan Cristaldi
Deanna Dachiu
Benjamin Danson
Julie Denton
Kathleen Devine
Thomas Durant
Kim Enterlin
Vince Eppolito
Crystal Grace-Green
Sean Hobdell
Elizabeth Keane
Jason Lazarow
Anthony Lombardo
Michael Ludwig
Bridget Mason
Stacy McMorrow
Amanda Morris
Mark Paikoff
Maureen Naylor
Sarah Pienkos
Catherine Poulos
Heather Reed
Debbie Schnaars
Jeremy Smith
Megan Snyder
Ronni Sowers
Jodi Strevig
Sharon Sweeney
Michele Woodward
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Penncrest
Media
Springton Lake
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
Glenwood
Indian Lane
Penncrest
Penncrest
Springton Lake
Glenwood
Penncrest
Springton Lake
Springton Lake
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
Indian Lane
Springton Lake
Glenwood
Rose Tree
Media
Media
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
Springton Lake
ERC
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following to
serve as Theme Readers for the 2010-2011 school
year at the rate of $290 per month:
Michael Bury
Janet Lloyd Murphy
Mary McConville
John Pritchard
Elaine Prizzi
Nancy Wooding
2.
Christina Sigismondi, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
effective September 24, 2010, at the rate of $10.34
per hour. NOTE: Ms. Sigismondi is being hired
pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
3.
Anna Charlton, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
effective September 24, 2010, at the rate of $10.34
per hour. NOTE: Ms. Charlton is being hired
pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
4.
Brenda Wolters, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
effective September 24, 2010, at the rate of $10.34
per hour. NOTE: Ms. Wolters is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
5.
Bianca Platts Adams, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
effective September 24, 2010, at the rate of $10.34
per hour. NOTE: Ms. Platts Adams is being hired
pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
6.
Lisa Diantoniis Bendezu, Secretary I, effective
September 20, 2010 at the annual salary of
$31,482.18. Ms. Bendezu is assigned to the
Educational Resource Center replacing Stephanie
Boon who resigned.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
7.
Derrick Smith, Support Staff II, Personal
Instructional Assistant, effective September 20,
2010 at the rate of $15.40 per hour. Mr. Smith is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing
Richard Epstein who was reassigned.
8.
Patricia Scepansky, (.2) Long Term Substitute
Study Skills Teacher, effective September 20, 2010
at the annual salary of $8,880.80, Bachelor’s
Degree/Step 1 pro-rated. Ms. Scepansky received
her Bachelor’s Degree from Widener University.
She comes to us from St. Pius X School where she
taught Math and Reading. Ms. Scepansky is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School for the
first semester replacing Maryann Grassano who
was reassigned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a
motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 15
a.
Classification Change
b.
1.
Noreen Plotts from Substitute Cafeteria
Worker to Cafeteria Trainee, effective
September 1, 2010 at the rate of $10.87 per
hour. Ms. Plotts is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School replacing Helen Pron
who resigned.
2.
Andrea Pedrick, from Part Time Cafeteria
Worker to Full Time Cafeteria Worker
effective August 23, 2010 at the rate of
$12.21 per hour. Ms. Pedrick is assigned to
Indian Lane replacing Jennifer Clements who
was reassigned.
3.
Patricia Miller, from Bus Aide to On-Call
substitute Bus Aide effective September 10,
2010, at the rate of $13.74 per hour.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Jacquelyn Grossi, Food Service, Penncrest
High School, requests an unpaid leave of
absence for medical reasons commencing
September 7, 2010 and terminating
December 7, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
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John Hanna, Veronica Barbato,
Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Nancy Mackrides,
William Montgomery and William
O’Donnell
None
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
Degree Advance
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a
motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 16
1.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel for Degree Advancement and adjust their
salaries accordingly effective August 30, 2010
Susan Allen
Gemma Amoroso
Angel Barry
Jonathan Boyle
Andrew Bugosh
Abby Burke
Stephen Chicano
James Ciccarelli
Cristaldi, Meghan
Jennifer Diaz
Tracey Fritch(.8)
Margaret Gilroy
Aaron Goldfarb
Paul Graham
Master’s+60/Step 12
Master’s+60/Step 7
Master’s/Step 8
Master’s+20/Step 9
Master’s+20/Step 11
Master’s/Step 7
Master’s+20/Step 7
Master’s+20/Step 13
Master’s/Step5
Master’s/Step 8
Master’s+20/Step 14
Master’s+20/Step 7
Master’s+20/Step 5
Master’s+40/Step 9
Terry Haskell-McDonald Master’s+40/Step 13
Elizabeth Keane
Permanent
Charles Keeler
Master’s+20/Step 11
Susan Knipel
Master’s+40/Step15
Joseph Korzec
Master’s+20/Step 15
Bridget Laubach
Master’s+20/Step 9
Jason Lazarow
Master’s+20/Step 8
Tina LovelandSmith Master’s+60/Step 8
Amanda Morris
Master’s/Step 6
Britt Rago
Master’s+20/Step 12
Reilley, Kevin
Master’s+20/Step 9
Kim Riviere
Master’s+60/Step 11
Mark Samilenko
Master’s+40/Step 15
Donna Schied
Master’s+20/Step 12
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$85,435.00
$68,759.00
$55,635.00
$61,680.00
$66,912.00
$53,205.00
$57,622.00
$77,722.00
$51,014.00
$55,635.00
$71,569.60
$57,622.00
$55,167.00
$69,586.00
$85,487.00
$47,382.00
$66,912.00
$93,437.00
$90,270.00
$61,860.00
$58,850.00
$70,192.00
$51,416.00
$71,963.00
$61,860.00
$81,624.00
$93,437.00
$71,963.00
October 28, 2010
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
Degree Advance (cont’d)
1.
Recommend Board approval of the following
personnel for Degree Advancement and adjust their
salaries accordingly effective August 30, 2010
Amy Somerville
Karen Walker
Andre Washington
Sharon Williams
Master’s+20/Step 15
Master’s+20/Step 15
Master’s+20/Step 9
Master’s+20/Step 9
$90,270.00
$90,270.00
$61,860.00
$61,860.00
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
A.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery
and William O’Donnell
None
Peter Barry
Personnel
3.
General
d.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
e.
Supplemental Contracts
f.
Create New Position
g.
Move Occupational Therapist Positions to RTMEA
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a
motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 17
d.
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
1.
Shawna Cliff, rescind appointment to 6th Grade
Homework Club, she will not be serving in the
position.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
e.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Shawna Cliff, Team Leader 6-3, Springton Lake
Middle School for the 2010-2011 school year at the
annual salary of $852.00.
2.
Suzanne Hemenway, Building Coordinator, Special
Education, Springton Lake Middle School for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$2,580.00.
3.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as New Teacher Mentors for the
2010-2011 school year:
Michael Deleo
Springton Lake
Kathleen Durant Indian Lane
Jacqueline Matusow Media
Jaclyn Leck
Rose Tree
Betsy Spardel
Springton lake
Sharon Sweeney Penncrest
Tracy Hatton
Indian Lane
Lorraine Bury
Penncrest
Sandra Gruber
Media
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$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$1,192.00
$1,136.00
$1,272.00
$1,136.00
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
e.
Supplemental Contracts contd
Lynn Lista (.25)
Glenwood
Christine Seeley(.25)Glenwood
Ed Somers
Penncrest
Tracy Jackson
Penncrest
4.
Bridget Laubach, 6th Grade Sigma Sponsor,
Springton Lake Middle School at the annual salary
of $710.00.
5.
Betsy Spardel, 6th Grade Homework Club, Springton
Lake Middle School at the annual salary of $710.00.
Michele Shaw, 6th Grade Homework Club, Springton
Lake Middle School at the annual salary of $710.00.
6.
7.
f.
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
Caitlin Pettit, Assistant Varsity Field Hockey Coach,
effective September 16, 2010, at the annual salary
of $2,349.00. Ms. Pettit is assigned to Penncrest
High School.
Create New Position
1.
.5 Support Staff I Position
Recommend the Board approve the creation of a
(.5) Support Staff I position. This position will be
assigned to Rose Tree Elementary first grade. This
class is over the maximum of 21 students. This
position will be for the 2010-2011 school year only.
2.
One-On-One Instructional Assistant
Recommend the board approve the creation of a
One-on-One Instruction Assistant to work with a
Kindergarten student with multiple disabilities at
Indian Lane Elementary.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
g.
Move Occupational Therapist Positions to RTMEA
Resolve the Board of School Directors approve the
movement of the Occupational Therapist positions from the
ADSUPI Act 93 Group to the Rose Tree Media Education
Association Contract per agreement with Rose Tree Media
Education Association. Board approval is subject to the
pending approval and certification of the agreement by the
Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board. Attachment A in the
Official Legislative minutes of September 23, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
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John Hanna, Veronica Barbato,
Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Nancy Mackrides,
William Montgomery and William
O’Donnell
None
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IX.
New Business
B.
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Terminations - None
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
3.
General
a.
Other
4.
Overnight Trips
a.
Penncrest High School FBLA – Penn State University
Mrs. Barbato moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 18
Resolve, that the Board approve the following:
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
II. Legislative Minutes for September 23, 2010
Kimberly Casserly, Long Term Substitute
School Psychologist, effective October 4,
2010 for the first semester at the rate of
$310.00 per day. Ms. Casserly received her
Bachelor’s Degree from University of North
Carolina, Wilmington and her Master’s
Degree from Marist College. She comes to
us from Vista Unified School District in Vista,
California where she served as a School
Psychologist. She is assigned to Rose Tree
and Media Elementary Schools replacing
Mara Dixon who will be on leave. NOTE: Ms.
Casserly is being hired pending completion of
her pre-employment paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
B.
Addendum – Personnel
3.
General
a.
Other
1.
4.
Recommend Board approval of the, 2010-2011
salary for Dr. Denise Kerr, Superintendent at
$182,930 effective July 1, 2010. In addition, Dr. Kerr
is to be paid a 2009-2010 performance bonus of
$8,000.
Overnight Trip
1.
Penncrest FBLA – Penn State University
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip for the
Penncrest Future Business Leaders of America students to
attend a workshop at Penn State University.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
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John Hanna, Veronica Barbato,
Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox,
Nancy Fronduti, Nancy Mackrides,
William Montgomery and William
O’Donnell
None
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X.
Finance
A.
B.
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Chester Upland School District – Twelfth Sponsoring School
District of Delaware County
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Montgomery seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 19
Resolve, that the Board approve the request for Chester Upland
School District to become the twelfth sponsoring school district
of Delaware County Community College . See Attachment B in
Official Legislative Minutes of September 23, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by
the Chair, the roll call vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
2.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
Chester Upland School District – Disposition Plan for One-Time
Capital Buy In
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Montgomery seconded a motion to
adopt the following:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 20
Resolve, that the Board approve the Disposition Plan for Chester
Upland School District’s One-Time Capital Buy In, in the amount
of $3,943,826. See Attachment C in Official Legislative minutes
of September 23, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the roll call vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
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X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
2010 Series A Debt Issuance – SLMS Project
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 21
Resolve, that the Board approve the issuance of
$14,850,000 General Obligation Bonds in conjunction with
the forward bond agreement that was put into place on
April 17, 2006 and adopt the related Resolution as prepared
by Bond Counsel. See Attachments D in Official Legislative
minutes of September 23, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the roll call vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
4.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
2010 Series AA Bond Issuance for the 2003 Bond Refunding
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 22
Resolve, that the Board approve the parameters resolution as
prepared by Bond Counsel for the refunding of the 2003 Bonds
when a minimum savings of $75,000 or more can be received.
See Attachments E in Official Legislative minutes of September
23, 2010.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the roll call vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
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X.
Finance
B.
General
5.
Selection of Voting Delegate for PSBA Legislative Policy Council
6.
CADES Agreement
7.
Budgetary Transfers
8.
Use of Facilities – Sundays
9.
Drexelbrook
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 23
Resolve, that the Board approve Veronica Barbato as the
district’s representative for PSBA’s Legislative Policy Council
5.
Selection of Voting Delegate for PSBA Legislative Policy
Council
6.
CADES Agreement
Further resolve, that the Board approve the proposed
contractual rates for the transportation of students for
the Rose Tree Media School District for the 2010 -2011
school year.
Round Trip (Del Co) per student/day
One Way (Del Co) per student/day
$63.00
$39.95
The Children and Adult Disability and Education Services
(CADES) provides Round Trip door-to-door transportation for
school aged and preschool aged students.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Budgetary Transfers
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following Budgetary
Transfers:
FY 11-1 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Athletics – Dues and Fees
$5,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Athletics- Travel
$5,000.00
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to cover travel expenses for the
school year.
FY 11-2 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – New Equipment
$4,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Instruction - Supplies
$4,000.00
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to cover additional cost of supplies
for the Health and PE department at SLMS.
FY 11-3 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Technology – Supplies
$3,348.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – New Equipment
$3,348.00
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to purchase iPads for pilot program
Penncrest.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
7.
Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)
FY 11-4 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Professional Development – Miscellaneous
$1,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – New Equipment
$1,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase Smartboards at Glenwood
Elementary for teachers who were trained.
FY 11-5 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – Supplies
$1,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – New Equipment
$1,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase Smartboards at Glenwood
Elementary for teachers who were trained.
FY 11-6 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Instruction – Supplies
$500.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – New Equipment
$500.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase Smartboards at Glenwood
Elementary for teachers who were trained.
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X.
Finance
B. General
7.
Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)
FY 11-7 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Office of the Principal – New Equipment
$300.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – New Equipment
$300.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase Smartboards at Glenwood
Elementary for teachers who were trained.
8.
Use of Facilities – Sundays
Further Resolve, that the School Board approve the Sunday usage
of school buildings thru June 30, 2011, in accordance with School
Board Policy 707- Use of School Facilities.
9.
Drexelbrook
Further resolve, that the Board approve the catering contract with
Drexelbrook Country Club for the Penncrest Senior Prom on
May 11, 2013.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
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X.
Finance
B.
General
10.
Contract with DCIU for Title 1 Services to Non-Public Schools
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Kinsler-Fox seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
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Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the DCIU for the
provision of remedial reading and/or math instructional services to
students attending non public schools. This service will fulfill the
district’s responsibility for Title I nonpublic participation for the
2010-2011 school year. Students will be served in the following
schools: Nativity BVM, St. Francis deSales, St. Mary Magdalen,
and St. Joseph. The contract amount is $10,775.36.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
11.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
Contract with the Institute of Teaching and Learning
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the Institute of
Teaching and Learning for training and consultation
services for the 2010-2011 school year. The following schedule
has been proposed: Special Education - 4 days,
Elementary buildings - 12 days. The cost of services is $1530 per
day plus mileage.
After discussion, the aforementioned motion was declared
defeated by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
None
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
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X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
Bayada Nurses
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 - 25
Resolve, that the Board approve the contract with Bayada Nurses
for substitute nursing services as needed during the 2010-2011
school year.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Mackrides, William
Montgomery and William O’Donnell
None
Nancy Fronduti,
Mercy Rehab Associates
Janine Blythe Transportation Agreement
Settlement Agreement
Dr. Robert F. Sing
Dr. Peter N. Christie
Jessica Brady, Dental Hygienist
Concurrent Enrollment Agreements for Dual Enrollment
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Mackrides seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
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13.
Mercy Rehab Associates
Resolve, that the Board approve to renew the contract with Mercy
Rehab Associates for Physical Therapy. The cost is $65.00 per
hour.
14.
Janine Blythe Transportation Agreement
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Janine
Blythe for transportation reimbursement in accordance with Policy
810.3.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
15.
Settlement Agreement
Further resolve, that the Board approve the settlement agreement
regarding compensatory educational services for a Penncrest
High School student.
16.
Dr. Robert F. Sing
Further resolve, that the Board approve an agreement with Dr.
Robert F. Sing of Springfield Sports Emergency Medical
Corporation for medical services for $25,578.
17.
Dr. Peter N. Christie
Further resolve, that the Board approve an agreement with Dr.
Peter N. Christie for medical services of $9,366.82.
18.
Jessica Brady, Dental Hygienist
Further resolve, that the Board approve an agreement with
Jessica Brady for dental hygiene services for $2,000.
19.
Concurrent Enrollment Agreements for Dual Enrollment.
Further resolve, that the Board approve the attached Concurrent
Enrollment Agreements with Delaware County Community
College, Neumann University, and Penn State Brandywine
for Dual Enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
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X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for August 2010
Bill lists for August 2010
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010 – 2011 - 27
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
XI.
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
Adjournment
Mrs. Mackrides moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2010-2011 – 28
Resolve, that there being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting was adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry,
Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides, William Montgomery and
William O’Donnell
None
______________________
Grace A. Eves
School Board Secretary
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BID OPENING MINUTES
October 11, 2010
A bid opening was held on October, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Education Center,
308 North Olive Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present were:
Roxanne Schupp, Supervisor of Business Operations and
Grace Eves, School Board Secretary. No bidders attended.
One (1) Acoustical Music Shell
Wenger Corporation
555 Park Drive
PO Box 448
Owatonna, MN 55060-0448
800-326-8373 ext. 249
507-455-4258 fax
Bid will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
________________
Grace A. Eves
Board Secretary
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – October 2010
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarten celebrated Johnny Appleseed Day. We learned all about John Chapman
and the life cycle of an apple tree. We sorted and graphed apples according to type and
color. We used our five senses to have an apple taste test and graphed the results. We
counted Apple Jacks and played Apple Jack bingo to reinforce number recognition.
We wrote sentences about our favorite color apple and painted apple pictures. We
also made and enjoyed an apple snack and hand delivered apples to each staff member.
First Grade
First grade has been busy getting started with Reading Workshop. The first graders have
learned that readers share books, readers talk about books, readers find out what kind of
readers they are, readers respect other readers in the classroom, and readers have
special reading memories. Each first grade student has a special reading partner who
he/she reads with everyday. They discuss the above, use reading strategies together,
and share their thoughts about books each day.
Second Grade
Second grade will take a trip to Media to enhance the social studies unit on
Communities. After watching "Hansel and Gretel, students will take a tour of
Media. Using a map key, they will fill in a street map with details of what they see, and
add a compass rose. Students will have a short civics lesson at the courthouse as well
as a tour of the police station.
Third Grade
Students in third grade have blasted off into our Social Studies Alive materials to learn
about where our community is on the Earth. They've studied how to make and interpret
graphs using our Math Investigations materials. They are enjoying the use of mp3
players to listen to audio versions of the stories in our anthologies.
Fourth Grade
Glenwood’s fourth grade participated in Tyler Arboretum’s Forest Ecology program this
month. The class went on a field trip to the arboretum in late October and members of
the arboretum visited each classroom before and after the field trip to conduct activities
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related to forest ecology. This program connects with the fourth grade ecosystems
science curriculum. The students had a great time and learned a lot about local plants,
wildlife, invasive species, and ecology. The fourth grade also participated in a kick-off
assembly for the Passports to History program which provides incentives for students and
their families to visit local historical sites. The students get their passport stamped at
specific locations and can earn rewards for the amount of stamps collected. The fourth
grade class plans to visit a few of the historical sites (field trips) throughout the school
year. They are looking forward to many exciting adventures!
October was also a busy month for holiday celebrations. Glenwood had their annual fall
parade and classroom parties. The students had a great time showcasing their costumes
and learning about fall. The fourth grade is in full swing and already reading some
wonderful stories. A few of our favorites so far have been: Charlotte’s Web, 4th Grade
Rats, Because of Winn Dixie, Donovan’s Word Jar, and Mouse and the Motorcycle.
Fifth Grade
In October, the Reading Olympics team got underway. As usual, as a team, we will be
reading about 50 books. There will be a competition in the spring where Olympians will be
asked questions about each of the books. This year, Glenwood parents have been invited
to be a part of the Reading Olympics meetings. The schedule of books to be read was
given out to all team members so if their parents would like to read the books and join in
the discussion with us, they can!
Art
Recently, students from Glenwood Elementary School exhibited art work at O'Malley's Ice
Cream Pub on State Street in Media as a part of Second Saturday for the month of
October. Art Teacher, Keith Sharp, was on hand to talk with students and parents about
their art. Second Saturday, a monthly event in Media, is organized by Media Arts Council.
Artists and musicians exhibit and play in various venues on that evening. To learn more
about this event go to Media Arts Council's website - www.mediaartscouncil.org and click
on Second Saturday on the left and then maps.
Running Club
Glenwood’s Running and Walking Club is back and more popular than ever. We have
our largest group to date, totaling 36 students. Students in grades 4-5 participate in this
after school club hosted by fourth grade teacher, Angel Barry. The students have a great
time exercising, discussing healthy choices, and making new friends.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students at Indian Lane are busy studying the change in season. They read
stories about apples and pumpkins, graphed leaves, and painted trees. Kindergarten
students learned about Johnny Appleseed and a Little Red House with "no doors, no
windows, and a star inside!” They will celebrate fall with a hayride at Linville Orchard.
The kindergarten children will also participate in "Fall Fun Day" coming up soon at Indian
Lane. They have also been busy learning to write all of the capital letters, identifying
words that begin with each sound. They have learned to count and categorize groups of
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objects. Best of all, they have learned teamwork and sportsmanship, practicing them
every day. Our new kindergarten families enjoyed meeting each other and socializing at
our first annual Kindergarten Ice Cream Social. The parents and students had a great
evening and some even formed that “forever bond” that some of us remember in
Kindergarten.
First Grade
First grade is working on a fall writing project. Each class is writing fall poems or stories
and mounting them on giant leaves made from tie dyed coffee filters. They had their first
publishing event. The children have been working on the Launching the Writer's
Workshop unit of our writing curriculum. Each class held a publishing party. The children
shared their published pieces with the class and celebrated the good writers they are
becoming. At the end of October they will be working on pumpkin math. During the week
the children will investigate 4 different sized pumpkins. The children will learn how to use
“tools” to estimate the height and circumference of each pumpkin. The children will fill out
a pumpkin prediction sheet with their estimates on the height, weight, circumference and
seed count for each pumpkin. On Pumpkin Day the children will check predictions, scoop
seeds, and count them.
Third Grade
In Reading, we continue talking and practicing strategies that great readers use in an
effort to become better readers. Some examples of the skills are inferring, making
predictions, and reading with expression, only to name a few. We finished up Good Grief
Third Grade and have been reading some stories out of the anthology including Cliff
Hanger and The Ballad of Mulan. We have also been discussing character traits and
comparing and contrasting the different characters in the stories that we are reading.
Students have completed several writing projects this year, including their "Two-Worder"
and "Bio-poems.” In addition, we have had the opportunity to write several perspective
pieces in correlation with the stories that we have been reading in our anthology.
In
Social Studies, we have been learning about the 50 states. Mrs. Burke’s class joined
Mrs. Novello’s class to learn some funny state stories to help us remember where each
state is located. Students participated in a state challenge activity where they worked as
a team to correctly locate each state on the map. We did this relay style several times
with a goal of decreasing the amount of time it took each time that we played. We had a
great time! We will continue to practice our map skills using an atlas in the coming
weeks. In Investigations, we are still working on adding and subtracting using different
strategies. During this unit, students solve addition problems with 2-digit numbers, and
find combinations of numbers that add to 100. In our math class, we spend a lot of time
discussing problems in depth and sharing our reasoning and solutions.
Fourth Grade
Fourth graders experienced first hand a watershed lesson, and stream study at the
Wissahickon Environmental Center. Students walked through the pouring rain, to learn
and see what happens to water in the watershed. In this really hands on
experience, students also retrieved macro invertebrates from the stream, analyzed their
characteristics and pollution tolerance to rate the quality of the Wissahickon creek. It was
wonderful to find out that the stream actually is very clean as it provides great fresh water
to the Schuylkill River. What great news as the Schuylkill River is a huge source for
drinking water!
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Fifth Grade
The fifth grade teachers have been planning a different end-of-the year field trip rather
than Washington, DC. This year we are planning a trip to Old City Philadelphia. The
students will be visiting and studying areas in Philadelphia which will be used on reports
they will be required to present on Colonial Day. The highlight of the trip is a lunch at the
famous City Tavern. This trip is carefully being aligned with the social studies curriculum
in fifth grade.
Student Council
Student Council Officers were selected for 2010-2011. Congratulations to President,
Jonah Lourie; Vice President, Ryan Robinson and Secretary/Treasurer, Justin
Senackerib. Visit our website to listen to the speeches prepared by the candidates:
http://www.rtmsd.org/indianlane/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=333700
Bingo Night
The first of two fun-filled Family Bingo Nights was held. Parents Susan Howe-Consiglio,
Tricia O’Loughlin, and Stephanie Vlaminck put together a wonderful evening of pizza, hot
dogs, sodas, and bingo chips for more than 200 attendees. Small door prizes made the
night even more enjoyable.
John Flynn Assembly
The highly respected and beloved adult and children's entertainer, John Flynn performed
at Indian Lane to kick off a great school year. John's musical program encouraged each
child to understand that everyone is different, to recognize and embrace one's own
uniqueness and talents while accepting and appreciating the differences in others. The
kids really enjoyed the show.
Phillies Spirit Days
Several Phillies Spirit Days were held during the month of October.
website http://www.rtmsd.org/indianlane/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=333910
view some great pictures.
Check out our
home page to
Bobcat Citizens of the Month
Once again this year, teachers will select one student each month to be recognized as
Bobcat Citizen of the Month for their commitment to the Bobcat Pledge. These are
exemplary students and are recognized as such. As Bobcats, they pledge to Be
respectful and responsible, Offer a helping hand, Be a friend to everyone, Care about
feelings, Accept differences, Tell an adult, Stand up for what is right. An awards
ceremony is held each month where the student receives a certificate and Indian Lane
pencil.
Internet Safety Assemblies and Parent Presentation
Indian Lane hosted analysts from the Pennsylvania Internet Crimes and Children Task
Force who presented important information to students and parents. Students in grades
K-2 and 3-5 attended meetings that were age-appropriate and filled with information that
all students need. That evening, the PTG hosted a parent presentation that dealt with
information every parent should hear. While all the technological advances in society
have greatly benefited us all, we need to make sure our children are safe from those
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individuals who use the internet to harm children. Fliers about the parent gathering were
shared with all RTM elementary schools.
Fourth and Fifth Grade Boys Read and Eat Breakfast
The PTG and librarian hosted a 100 Book Challenge Read in beginning at 7:30 a.m., for
boys in grades 4 and 5. Dads, uncles, and special friends attended the event with their
children and read for two fifteen minute blocks and then enjoyed a homemade breakfast
prepared by volunteers. Similar events will be held later in the year for boys and girls in
all grades.
Indian Lane Students Assist Penncrest Food Drive
Former Indian Lane Student/Penncrest Student Council President, CJ Cassey, "Can
Man," visited Indian Lane! CJ talked on the morning Broadcast, News on the Lane,
about a Food Drive that Penncrest is participating in to raise food donations to
Philabundance. Their goal is to collect 16,000 pounds of canned food. Penncrest
Student Council enlisted the help of Indian Lane by created a friendly competition
between homerooms, “The Great Food Fight” to see which class brings in the most
cans/coins (measured by weight.) Indian Lane was proud to help. The winning
classroom received a breakfast provided by the Penncrest Student Council.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Summer Readers Recognized
Four members of the Villanova Lady Wildcats Basketball team came to Media School to
celebrate summer reading goals met by our students. The athletes talked to us about
being good students and demonstrating good sportsmanship at all times. A cross section
of the student body was chosen to do a timed basketball drill with the team while the
entire school cheered them on. The all school assembly ended with the fifth grade
performing a choreographed version of the viral hit, “Gotta Keep Reading.” Our
entertaining mascot, Marty the Mustang, joined in the fun.
All school assemblies that celebrate our “Media Heroes” are a strong part of our culture.
Fifth graders Erica Westcott and Rachel Corner got a “shout out” for a good deed. They
ran a lemonade stand on the Media Garage Sale day and raised $151.00 that they sent to
their teacher whose husband was terminally ill.
Back to School Night: A Red Carpet Event
You may have seen us on “ACTION NEWS” at 11:00 and 6:00 on September 29/30. Our
“Back to School Night: A Red Carpet Event” featured us as a school that gives students
“a first class education.” Parents received an invitation that included a “ticket” that was
used for a raffle in each classroom. We made “swag bags” for the lucky winners and we
literally rolled out the red carpet. The entire staff was dressed in black and white,
including a few tuxedos. Life size cut-outs of the teaching staff lined the front walkway.
Twinkling lights added to the ambience. It was a special night that, hopefully, made our
parents feel “extra” special. Kudos to parent, Claire Wilmot, who created the life size
portrayals of our staff. Our “twins” and our red carpet will likely surface again and again.
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Parent Information and Resource Center
We will be offering parent workshops every other Wednesday throughout the school year
in our Parent Information and Resource Center. The first workshop, presented by reading
teacher Katherine Echeverria, provided tips for working with a beginning reader. Parents
who were not able to attend are able to view the presentation on line.
Mrs. Echeverria, Miss Seeley, and Mrs. Kotch attended the first meeting of the DVMSAC
Family-Community-School Partnership Task Force. The annual theme is “Intentional
Planning for Enhancing Parent Engagement with Diverse Families and Communities.”
The goal is to provide a forum for sharing of successful practices in districts represented
in the Consortium. Karen Shanoski, from the Pennsylvania Parent Information Resource
Center, will be this year’s facilitator.
Phillies’ Fever
Like almost everyone else in the region, Media School has Phillies’ Fever. We had a “Go
Phillies Day.” Sue Willamson’s third grade classes sent good luck letters and pictures to
the Phillies. In return, they received a huge box of Phillies’ items and a big thank you.
(Mrs. Williamson’s student teacher has a cousin who works for the Phillies).
Lady Celia Beaumont Arrives…Huzzah!
We were privileged to have Lady Cecelia Beaumont (also known as Miss Kitty/Kitty
Jones) treat us to royal stories and scenes from life during the Elizabethan era. Manners,
customs, and majestic courtly dances (performed by our teachers and students) were all
part of the program. Miss Jones performs more than 375 one woman shows each year.
We learned a lot, including that it was probably not a good idea to cross Henry VIII!
Our Halloween theme this year is “Media Days and Knights.” We hope that the children
got some great ideas for costumes from the performance.
Fair Trade
One of our community partnerships this year is with Media Fair Trade Committee. They
are working with our third grade students. Fair Trade has a program designed to help
students understand the concepts of fair trade and to ask themselves challenging
questions about what is fair. The first session was a simulation where the children were
cocoa farmers in Ghana. They sold their products to different companies. Each group was
treated differently. The children had to evaluate the fairness of the outcomes as they put
themselves in the farmers’ places. We had a visit from an actual cocoa farmer from
Ghana, Cecelia, who described to us how difficult the work of raising cocoa in a hot and
humid climate is. Cecelia’s community has been able to build schools and health centers
because they work with a fair trade company (Divine Chocolates). She brought us a
special gift from her town that is on display in our school office.
The Perfect Stool
Industrial design student (and Penncrest grad) Aodh O’Donnell has been observing at our
school in conjunction with his senior thesis on educational furniture. He is currently
creating a prototype of a stool that he will be bringing to school next week for students to
try.
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New Name for Our Morning Broadcast
Broadcast sponsors Jeanette Verdeur and Jane Battaglia thought that our broadcast
needed a “glitzier” name. They had a school-wide vote on the air using a website called
polleverywhere.com. Students cast votes during the broadcast and watched the results
change “magically.” Our broadcast has a new name, “Media Action News.”
RSVP PenPals
Fourth grade teacher Sandy Gruber has started a pen pal program with the senior
citizens from RSVP. They exchange letters twice a month and will meet in June for a
“reveal.” Mrs. Gruber did this project very successfully last year.
Grandparents’/Special Friends Day
One of our favorite days of the year is when our grandparents/special friends come to visit
(October 1). The PTG puts out a fabulous spread, our HOME team (service club)
members greet folks at the door and thank them for coming with a carnation, and the
classroom teachers go out of their way to make sure everyone has a great time.
New Family Pizza Party
Our PTG sponsored a pizza party for new families. We tested their “Media IQ” with trivia
questions and made sure that everyone went home with a prize. We also surveyed them
and asked what things about their “old” school could be brought to their “new” school. We
got some good ideas. Our new families are from as far away as Germany and seemed to
enjoy the opportunity to get to know each other.
Donuts and Dudes
Students enjoyed a lovely breakfast with a “dude” who is important to them. There was
time to socialize and, perhaps, get in a quick board game. The turnout was excellent. And
the food was delicious.
Passport to History Kick-Off
Fourth grade participates in the Delaware County Historical Society’s Passport to History
program. Karyn Confer, dressed in colonial garb, kicked off the program for us.
MAP Testing
Fall MAP testing is complete. We use the data to inform instruction.
Tyler Arboretum
Two educators from the Tyler Arboretum (Maria Wanencak and Rachel Ndeto) gave a
pre-trip lesson to grade four students. This is the second year that we are participating in
a forest ecology grant. The grant has been extended this year to include fifth grade.
New Clubs
Lego Club, Fitness Club, Garden Club, and Board Game Club are all underway. Chess
and Chinese will be offered in the near future. We are thankful to the parents who have
come forward to plan and co-sponsor these activities with a faculty advisor.
Barnes Foundation
Art teacher, Jana Maxwell, is always searching for new relationships that will enhance her
instructional program and fulfill her belief that “Art leaves no child behind.” She has
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invited educators from The Barnes Foundation to co-teach a unit on realistic and abstract
portraits with her. Jennifer Nadler from The Barnes Foundation is working with our fifth
graders.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Bagels with Dads and Friends & Playground Potluck
Bagels with Dads and Friends was a tremendous success with approximately 90% of our
Dads joining us for breakfast. The bagels were still warm and the children were so proud
to have their Dads spend time with them at school. Likewise our Playground Potluck was
extremely well attended. The delicious food created a great incentive for families to come
out and mingle.
Kindergarten
It has been a fantastic start to the school year in Kindergarten! During October,
kindergarten successfully learned all of the routines and procedures for their Literacy
Centers and Small Group Guided Reading Instruction. Parent volunteers began coming
into the classroom five days a week during reading instruction to work with small groups
of students. This provides another great resource of support for our students to reinforce
skills being taught in the Houghton Mifflin curriculum. In Math, students have enjoyed
working with the Investigating Investigations manipulatives to practice sorting by attributes
and counting skills.
Second Grade
Second graders at Rose Tree Elementary experienced a "soft and cuddly" history lesson
this month! The children rotated in mixed groups among the teachers to complete
literature, math and history activities to celebrate Theodore Roosevelt's birthday and the
creation of the teddy bear in his honor.
Fourth Grade
The fourth graders at Rose Tree were excited to visit to the Tyler Arboretum after just
having had a pre-visit in mid-October to learn about their new ecology/forestry program.
The program consists of 3 parts; a pre-visit, field trip and post-visit and discusses forest
gaps and regeneration; deer and their affects on the forest; tree/shrub planting; and forest
layers. This is paid for through the USDA Forest Service including the busses. This
program ties in with the ecosystems unit in science and is a great way to reinforce the
concepts of the interdependence of nature.
Reading
Students did an amazing job in our Summer Reading Olympics! Over two-thirds of the
students in grades one through five participated in this program, and over seventy-five
students earned gold medals for the number of hours they logged reading! Reading and
writing instruction have also gotten off to a wonderful start this year. Small groups in third
grade have been enjoying the Mr. and Mrs. Green series by Keith Baker, and fourth
graders have been participating in an author study with the novels of Andrew Clements.
All students are working on important comprehension strategies such as identifying story
elements and self-monitoring their reading for meaning and clarity.
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SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Art
Sixth grade students in Ms. Sycz’s classes are working on a mixed media project with the
focus on incorporating the principles of balance, pattern and contrast when deciding upon
the placement of leaf shapes. As students begin to apply oil pastel, students must still
think about the principles of design when making color choices. Students are
demonstrating at the same time new oil pastel techniques. Students examined how the
artist Charlemont composed the painting, “The Moorish Chief” and how this composition
added to the narrative of the painting. Grade seven students compared and contrasted
portraits by Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Ben Shahn and Andrew Wyeth.
Learning about the classic proportions of the face, students have drawn a portrait of a
face using simple lines and shapes. Students have begun to balance the portrait by
adding detail in the empty remaining space to create a narrative piece to the drawing.
Grade eight students are working on a design project which requires students to create a
dynamic composition with a focal point. Students examined in Leonardo da Vinci’s
painting, “The Last Supper” the variety of ways a focal point was created and how
important this principle of emphasis is the work. When students compared and contrasted
a painting by Mondrian to da Vinci’s painting, they saw that even in abstract work, the
principles of design are important.
Mrs. Going’s sixth graders have completed their first assignment relating to line and
shape. Students will keep a focus on The Elements of Design and continue their study
with the element of "Color.” Seventh Grades are well into their first painting with a focus
on Color and Design. Their artist of interest for this assignment is American artist Georgia
O'Keeffe. Students went on a field trip to visit her Museum, her home and studio in Santa
Fe, New Mexico. Eighth Grades are working on a design assignment with special interest
on twentieth century artist Henri Matisse and twentieth century Pop Artist Andy Warhol.
Students were also given the task to Interview the Artist as a homework assignment!
Mrs. Prior’s sixth graders have been using the elements of shape, form, line, and space to
create the illusion of space in their one point linear perspective drawings. Seventh
graders have been learning how to make their own block letters and how to make the
letters transform from two dimensional shapes to three dimensional forms. Eighth graders
were exposed to the art of African American artist Romare Bearden who used collage as
an art form. Just like Mr. Bearden, the students have been using memories to formulate
collaged images
Library
During the summer Mrs. Motley worked with Dennis Cini and Joe Slivka to coordinate a
seamless transition to the modular library facility. Our goal is to provide the same level of
library service to staff and students as we have in past years.
Mrs. Motley, who Co-chairs the Curriculum Committee of the Pennsylvania School Library
Association, attended the PSLA leadership conference in State College this summer.
After participating in several workshops -- including an excellent one on citizen advocacy
presented by former Congressional staff assistant, Stephanie Vance -- officers, board
members and committee chairs planned for 2010-2011 school year.
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During the summer Mrs. Motley also continued to work on the Pennsylvania Guidelines
for School Library Programs committee for PDE. With three other team members, she
was responsible for completing Chapter 1: Access and Collaboration and Chapter 2:
Management of the School Library. This document is now being edited and will be
available on PDE’s Web Junction. It is the definitive standard by which library programs
in the Commonwealth are measured.
District librarians have met and planned an ambitious agenda for the year. We are
planning an in-service experience for November 2nd to inform all of the librarians on the
most up-to-date information on e-books and their role in the school library program.
Monthly flex workshops are also scheduled during which librarians are going to up-date
the information literacy curriculum based on the national library Standards for the 21st
Century Learner. We will re-align our curriculum with the new standards, rewriting the
RTM library mission statement, scope and sequence, and library curriculum.
Sixth graders visited the library for a tour of the facility, review of how materials are
arranged, and explanation of policies and procedures at SLMS. Students then received a
hands-on review of completing basic searches: author, title subject, series, as well as how
to “read” a record so that they know everything that’s available for their use. They then
learned to perform keyword searches using AND, OR and NOT to refine their searches
and retrieve information that is more specific to their needs.
Mrs. Motley reads weekly to the five students in Mrs. Hemenway’s life skills class. We
began the year with the novel Pioneer Cat and then read the Coretta Scott King awardwinning title, Bad News for Outlaws: the Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, and The Boy
Who Invented TV. Several teachers have brought their students in for book talks.
Mystery and horror are popular genres as Halloween approaches. Mrs. Williams and
Mrs. Perilli’s seventh grade language arts students visited the library and enjoyed book
talks, and then selected mystery and horror titles for their October book chats. Sixth
graders in Mrs. Newsome’s classes heard book talks on the mystery genre and then
selected books for October reading. Mrs. McLeod’s students visited and selected
biographies for their book chats. Students from Mr. Tolomeo’s classes have been
selecting a variety of genres for their Book Bingo reading selection game.
Seventh grade students from Mrs. Denney’s language arts classes have visited several
times for an introduction to the new facility and to choose books for independent reading.
Mrs. Motley prepared an annotated bibliography of short story collections and displayed
books for one of her classes. Students examined the list before coming and then
selected their favorites for supplemental reading. In addition to selecting books for
supplemental reading, Mrs. Patton’s students visited to choose a favorite poem. On each
table, Mrs. Motley placed ten poetry books for students to peruse. Each selected a
favorite poem which they copied in order to answer a series of questions for that night’s
homework. Mrs. Hensley’s sixth and seventh grade students researched Frenchspeaking countries for classroom reports.
Math
Eighth graders started the year with an exploration of linear relationships. Students
practiced and master algebraic skills concerning rates as expressed by tables, graphs on
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the coordinate plane and two-variable equations. Students compared two equations to
determine the point-of-intersection and practiced applying this data to “real-life”
circumstances. The concepts of slope and intercepts of the axes have been introduced. In
addition to this work from the Connected Math curriculum, students have completed a
problem-of-the-day each class period – which are multiple choice questions – and a
problem-of-the-week – which is an extended open-ended question – each week. These
problems practice PSSA-referenced skills. Our Algebra I students are working with real
numbers. The main content of Chapter 2 is addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
division of real numbers. Graphing and comparing real numbers using a number line,
finding the opposite and the absolute value of a real number, and solving absolute value
equations are also introduced. The students will be using the distributive property to
simplify variable expressions; a concept which will come in handy as they move on to
solving equations in Chapter 3. They also worked more with functions, by identifying the
domain of a function and got a quick introduction to probability. In Geometry, we are
currently wrapping up Chapter 2, in this chapter, students described patterns and used
inductive reasoning to make and test conjectures. They analyzed conditional statements
and wrote the converse, inverse, and contra-positive of a conditional statement. Students
used deductive reasoning and the Laws of Logic to develop simple arguments. They also
learned what can and cannot be assumed from a diagram. Finally, they used the laws of
logic to prove basic theorems about congruence, supplementary angles, complementary
angles, and vertical angles. The geometry students are also researching a famous
mathematician's life as the first project of the year. This project is due before the end of
the first marking period. They need to present the information in a format chosen by the
student. The presentation may be a power point, cartoon, comic book, poster, etc.
In Connected Math 7, students finished “Covering and Surrounding”, the unit focusing on
area, perimeter, and circumference of figures and compound figures. The program uses
bumper cars as a theme for learning perimeter (number of rails) and area (number of
square feet of surface). Students will start the “Variables and Patterns” unit which
teaches beginning algebra concepts involving coordinate graphs, tables, rules, and
equations, the week of the18th. The theme for “Variables and Patterns” is a bike tour
where students graph time vs. distance, in different scenarios and look for trends and
patterns. In Connected Math 8, the accelerated seventh grade program, students
completed a review of pre-algebra skills including combining like terms, using the
distributive property, solving two-step equations, using slope, finding intercepts, and a
using a table of values to graph equations. These topics were covered in “Moving Straight
Ahead” last year and were also included in the review. In addition, students started the
“Thinking with Mathematical Models” unit. In the unit, students compare equations,
graphs, and tables of linear and inverse variation relationships. Real-life connections
include construction costs, bridge strength, and time, speed, and distance relationships.
As a project for the Data About Us unit, sixth graders conducted a class survey regarding
the feelings and interests of their peers. The students thought of an appropriate question,
surveyed classmates, and recorded the responses in a tally chart. Once the data was
collected, the students created horizontal, vertical, and/or pie graphs to display the
results. Students used a graphing website to create a computerized graph, as well as one
drawn by hand. Graphs were placed on a background and decorated. The students were
given a rubric to assess their project. Students shared their graphs with the whole class
and posted them on the classroom walls.
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Music
Over forty students in Seventh and Eighth Grade Chorus joined members of the
Penncrest choirs to sing our National Anthem and the Alma Mater at Homecoming.
In connection with the SLMS “No Place for Hate” initiative, the Seventh Grade General
Music classes used song lyrics to reinforce positive messages. The themes from
"Friends" and James Taylor's "You've Got a Friend" were analyzed for content and
musical form. Eighth Grade General Music began a year-long emphasis on "Music
Through the Ages" with a cross-curriculum look at Ancient Greek notations and the
beginnings of sound. Students used recycled materials to create their own instruments
for a classroom ensemble.
Eighth Grade Band, numbering 70 musicians, began preparation for its marching/pep
band season with the "Hey Song" and "On Wisconsin." They joined the Penncrest
Roaring Lions Marching Band for a football game with several more performances in the
near future.
Physical Education
In September all of our health and Physical Education classes have started out
successfully. Fitness testing was done in all three grade levels as the students
participated in the Presidential Fitness Challenge. In addition to fitness testing, sixth
grade students participated in activities such as soccer and pickle ball, an indoor tennis
activity that originated from an asphalt badminton court that took inner city schools by
storm due to lack of tennis court availability. In addition to fitness testing, the seventh
and eighth grade boys have participated in football, working on proper catching and
throwing techniques, footwork and team strategy while applying it all to game play. Also
the seventh and eight grade boys have been mountain biking. All skill levels have been
worked with, including students who have never ridden a bike before, have been given
lessons on how to ride. Students who have experience riding a bike have been taught
basic maintenance techniques, safety, gear shifting according to terrain and frame fitting.
Seventh and eight grade girls, in addition to doing fitness testing, have been working on
badminton and tennis, learning both the similarities and differences of the two racquet
sports. Seventh grade girls have also done lessons around field hockey, learning proper
stick handling and rules to the game. Each girl was provided a mouth guard to know
proper safety concerns and proper fitting for protective equipment.
Some of the classes have been introduced to the heart rate monitors, how to put them on
and how to use them. Students have been asked for several weeks to buy a heart rate
monitor strap, which is considered to be part of the physical education uniform, so that all
students can use the monitors as well as protect themselves from such things like MRSA.
The students were also taught on how to clean the equipment to reduce and/or eliminate
anything that may be on the sensor parts that touch the skin.
Science
We are off to a great start with some eighth grade science happening in the new mods.
Currently eighth graders are working the physical properties of matter including mass,
volume, and density. States of matter is next which will include melting points, boiling
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points, freezing points and condensation points. By the way, the new mods are bright
and comfortable which makes them an excellent place to teach and learn.
Social Studies
The sixth graders have been working on general geographic concepts such as map skills,
physical features, and information about the continents and oceans. The students have
enjoyed some of the physical movement activities that the sixth grade teachers have
created so the students can better understand some of the abstract concepts. In the next
week, the students will begin the study of East Asian geography before starting their
“climb” of Mt. Everest. In addition, Mr. Homan’s REP class has started reading and
discussing the young reader’s version of Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson.
In September, Seventh Grade students completed a Geographical overview of the US
using both political and physical maps as well as highlighting the 50 states and capitals.
We then moved onto the beginnings of our new government focusing on the
Constitutional Convention. Students learned many issues of the Convention through a
classroom simulation where each student assumed and learned the role and points of
view of different delegates. In late October, we will be preparing for an in-depth view of
the Constitution. Students will be using the premise that they are law students who need
to pass the "Bar Exam." Once the exam is passed, they will hear various cases and
make decisions based on their knowledge of the Constitution.
Eighth graders just finished their first project of the year. Some students created personal
timelines including major world events, while others presented information about their
culture and heritage to the rest of the class.
Special Education
Mrs. Hemenway organized a jeans day to raise money for Women’s Cancer Programs
(Lee National Denim Day). We raised $330. Mrs. Hemenway’s life skills class went on a
miniature golf outing. During the community based instruction (CBI) students practiced
estimating, using money, telling time, reading a schedule and appropriate social skills.
Mr. Henderson’s sixth grade learning support math class is working through the Data
About Us Unit of the sixth grade level Connected Math Program. We are working on
creating line plots, bar graphs, frequency tables, and stem and leaf plots. The students
are answering questions based on these graphs including determining the median, mode,
range and how the data varies. We are using the same curriculum as regular education
math. Mrs. Krautzel’s seventh grade learning support language arts class is working on
a poetry unit. Students are analyzing, interpreting, and writing poetry. The project will
conclude with a "Poetry Coffee/Hot Chocolate" house to share the best poetry. Mrs.
Perilli’s students are writing expository paragraphs on topics of interest and just started
working with the Teen Biz program. In Mrs. Wilson’s seventh grade learning support
math classroom, students are currently studying area and perimeter using the Connected
Mathematics-2 program. The overall goal of Connected Mathematics is to help students
develop sound mathematical habits. Through their work in this unit, students learn
important questions to ask themselves about any situation that is represented and
modeled mathematically, such as:
-How do I know whether area or perimeter of a figure is involved?
-What attributes of a shape are important to measure?
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-What am I finding when I calculate area and perimeter?
-How can I find the area and perimeter of an irregular shape?
Here is a sample question from the Covering and Surrounding book that students are
currently using: -Alexa wants to use ready-made 6-foot long fence sections for her yard.
The yard is a rectangle with dimensions 30 feet by 36 feet. How many fence sections will
she need to enclose her entire yard? -Is an exact answer required?
Mrs. Megow's eighth grade learning support math class is using real life math problems to
discover linear relationships in graphs, tables, and equations. We used variations of the
formula: distance = rate x time to discover our walking rates as well as to calculate the
walking rates, times, and distances of others.
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Penncrest Administration
This month, Penncrest Assistant Principals: Susan Evans, Eric Bucci and Ralph Harrison
presented a workshop on “School Culture” at the Pennsylvania Association of Elementary
and Secondary School Principals (PAESSP) state conference. This year’s conference
theme was “Building a Strong Learning Community.”
Also in October, Principal Richard Gregg traveled to Washington, DC to gather with other
State Principals of the Year for the National Principals’ Institute sponsored by MetLife and
NASSP. The Institute included dialogue on current curriculum and instructional issues,
legislative briefings, and a day on Capitol Hill meeting with congressional staff on
education issues related to the ESEA Reauthorization.
PSAT
This month, 322 [95%] sophomores and 302 [94%] juniors participated in the PSAT. In
addition, nine students enrolled at the Educational Resource Center spent the morning at
PHS taking the assessment.
Juniors who take the PSAT become eligible for
consideration in the National Merit Scholarship selection process. The PSAT provides
students with a practice opportunity in preparation for the SAT’s. Results can inform
students about the decisions they are making with regard to course selections and postsecondary plans.
PSSA Retakes
During the month of October, seniors who did not demonstrate proficiency on the junior
year PSSA's had the opportunity to retake the exam. Only seniors are eligible for this
retest.
Canned Food Drive
This month, students at Penncrest High School participated in the Shire’s “Great Food
Fight” to benefit the Philabundance organization and the thousands of local families who
rely on the food services they provide. Students collected canned goods over a two-week
period. Also, as part of the effort, the Penncrest Student Council held a community
canned food drop. Despite the rainy weather, members of the community generously
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dropped off numerous cans and monetary donations.
pallets full of canned goods and raised over $3500.00!
The project collected over six
Reader’s Theatre
Each October, members of Penncrest's Emanon Players Theatre Group, who have been
accepted into the International Thespian Society, design and direct the Readers' Theatre
program which is presented to both the community (evening performance) and Penncrest
students (during their English classes). Readers' Theatre is a script-in-hand reading and
presentation of the written word where actors can sharpen their skills and hone their craft.
The theme for this year's Readers' Theatre program was “Epic Journeys.” Fifty Penncrest
students participated in a variety of roles -- writing, directing, acting, lighting, and
publicizing.
Debate Tournament
Penncrest hosted the season opening tournament of the Pennsylvania High School
Speech League in October. Approximately 100 students from area public and private
high schools attended and competed in various speech and debate activities. Several
Penncrest students from our Debate Club helped to run the event.
World Language News
Twenty-nine students from Avignon, France arrived at Penncrest in October for a twoweek stay. The French students have been paired with host Penncrest students and
families. During their visit, the French students will visit Olde City Philadelphia,
Lancaster, Washington D.C., the Franklin Institute, and the Adventure Aquarium. The
annual covered dish dinner to celebrate the exchange will be held on November 9, at
Penncrest before the French students depart for home Thursday, November 11.
American students studying French will travel to Southern France in April 2011.
Frau Mason and the German students hosted an Oktoberfest celebration during October
in the PHS Courtyard. Students, faculty and staff enjoyed German fare and live music.
Science Department News
The entire freshman class participated in full day field study this month. The study
consisted of a forest census and measurement study in Ridley Creek State Park and a
pond food web study at Glenn Province Park. Students will use the data they collected to
analyze these ecosystems to further understand key ecological concepts of the
curriculum.
Art Department News
Members of the National Art Honor Society painted faces and sold shelter animal portraits
at the annual Bark-in-the-Park fundraiser this month. All proceeds from the event
benefited the Delaware County SPCA.
“Tim’s Story”
This month, the Penncrest PTG hosted an assembly featuring Dr. Richard Dunlap,
Principal of East High School, and his family. The presentation, entitled "Tim's
Story" addressed the realities of drug abuse today from the perspective of one family
caught in its grip. Members of the Dunlap family shared with students the many
heartbreaks and obstacles they faced while dealing with a tragic family situation.
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National Honor Society Induction
The National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony for twelve seniors and
fifty-three juniors at Penncrest High School. Mrs. Sharon Sweeney was the guest
speaker for the evening and the Ambassador Choir entertained the audience with three
inspirational pieces. New members are invited to join NHS based on their scholarship,
leadership, service, and character. All candidates must maintain an unweighted grade
point average of at least 3.5. Students must be recognized as leaders among their peers
and participate regularly in service projects. The candidates are also judged to be
students of high moral character by the Penncrest faculty. The following students are
warmly welcomed into NHS and are to be congratulated for this honor. Senior Inductees
include: Sarah Bannan, Sarah Masse, Jeremy Bennett, Brooke Morrison, Ian Campbell,
Tyler Rybarczyk, Shelby Crowding, Nicholas Tylek, Jin Jang, Elaina Volpe, Morena
Kokona and Rachel Weisbond. Junior Inductees: Elizabeth Allison, Brittney Johnson,
Andrew Belfiglio, Andrew Kaiden, Natalie Brown, Lauren Kaminsky, Kenna Bryan, Alek
Korzeniowski, Torrie Buchanan, Molly Lawrence, Alexandra Bundrick, Matt Liu,
Jacqueline Cadorette, Lauren Lomas, Megan Caldwell, Laura Masse, Julia Cieri, Michael
McKernan, Kyle Davidson, Adrienne Muetterties, Cole Dougherty, Rebecca Nolan, Abby
Dunn, Raymond Nolen, Rebecca Duross, Megan O'Brien, John Fabris, Prem Patel, Emily
Farnschlader, Tyler Piotti, Rebecca Ferguson, Kathleen Rodgers, Jennifer Fichter, Anup
Singh, Sara Fitzpatrick, Sanjit Singh, Justin Flowers, Danielle Su, James Gastner,
Jasmine Summers, John Groses, Clare Thompson, Steven Hamilton, Michael Trainor,
Evan Hanna, Jaclyn Turet, Peter Hanna, Robert Van Leer, Nicole Hearn, Aidan
Weinmann, Alina Hess, Christopher Woody and Michael Hosier.
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Service
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:
October 12, 2010
Subject:
October 8, 2010 – 7:00 PM Finance Committee Agenda
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
______________________________________________________________________
Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Nancy Mackrides,
Bill O’Donnell and Jeff Pettit
Also in Attendance: Grace Eves and Patti Linden
1. Taxpayer Request
An elderly taxpayer’s 2008 school taxes were paid with penalty and interest
charges in July of 2010. A representative for the elderly taxpayer has requested
the interest and penalty payments, which were made in July of 2010 be credited
to the 2010/2011 school tax bill. Additional information will be forthcoming from
the representative. The district’s solicitor will review the request.
Action: Discussion
2. Budgetary Transfers
FY 11-8 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Pupil Services – Purchased Professional & Technical
Services
AMOUNT: $2,294.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Pupil Services – Purchased Property Services
$2,294.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for AED, Automated External Defibrillator,
updates.
Action: This item will be moved to the October 28th Legislative agenda.
3. Budget Comparison
The district has expensed 58% of its expenditures and has received 73% of its
revenue.
Action: Discussion
4. 2010A & AA bonds
The bonds were issued at a sixty-year interest rate low. The district was not
required to purchase bond insurance due to its strong bond rating. This resulted
in a savings of approximately $60,000. Issuing the 2010 series A & AA together
also resulted in a $30,000 savings on Issuance costs.
The 2003 bond was refunded into the Series AA of 2010 in the amount of
$3,790,000 at a rate of 1.75%. This bond will be paid in full in 2016 and can no
longer be called. According to Ken Phillips the district will realize a $263,000
savings over the life of the bond. The savings can be used for future capital
projects.
Series A of 2010 is the bond for the second phase of borrowing funds for the
Springton Lake Middle School project. The third and final phase of borrowing will
take place this summer. The district issued $14,850,000 in bonds. The interest
rate for the bonds is 2.87%. These bonds are callable in five years. The bonds
will settle at the end of October.
Action: Discussion
5. Penncrest Acoustic Shell
Bid packets were sent to 4 vendors. One bid was received on bid on Monday. A
second bid came in a day too late. The one bid was higher than anticipate. The
bid was rejected. The committee has asked for additional information on the
shell, which will be presented at the November 9, Finance Committee meeting.
Action: Discussion
6. Public Comment
None
The next Finance Committee meeting will be held on November 9, 2010 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:
October 8, 2010
Subject:
October 12, 2010 - 8:00 PM - Operations Committee Agenda
Chairperson: Bill Montgomery
___________________________________________________________________
Veronica Barbto, Peter Barry, Linda Kinsler-Fox, Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna, Nancy
Mackrides, Bill Montgomery and Jeff Pettit
Also in Attendance: Grace Eves, Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, Chip Olinger,
Sue Mescanti and Phil Damiani, Penncrest Media Alumni Association and
Lee Schenweiler, Architecture Furst.
1.
Penn Fields - Plantings
Fifteen Norway Spruce trees will be planted near the multi-purpose field.
Action: Discussion
2.
Penncrest/Media Alumni Association
Representatives from the Penncrest Media Alumni Association have requested
dedication of the basketball court at Penncrest High School in honor of a former
administrator. They presented a proposal to recognize this individual by painting
the honoree’s name on the basketball court. The committee will seek input from
principal, Rick Gregg before a decision is made.
Action: Discussion
3.
Penncrest Stadium Seating
Arceteture Furst reviewed three options for updating the stadium seating and
adding a handicap ramp. The current stadium seats approximately 850.
Option 1: Includes a new press box, 1,233 seats, new concrete stairs and
handrails, handicap ramp and handrails, concrete sidewalks, foundations,
fencing, landscaping, grading, protective bollards and electrical work and
relocation of light pole. The grandstand will sit 6’ off the concrete, which will
obstruct the view of the fields from the driveway and snack bar area. The
estimated cost is $779,684.
Option 2: Includes the same items in option one, but includes seating for 1,300.
The stadium seating will sit 6” above the concrete, which will not obstruct the
view of the fields from the driveway and snack bar. This option provides fewer
rows, but wider seats than option 1. The cost is $790,884.
Option 3: Changes the current seats with an overlay for the concrete. Additional
seating will consist of aluminum bleachers. The handicap ramp and the stairs
will be aluminum. The cost is $678,644.
All three options can includes alternates to make plaza improvements such as
stamped concrete, etc. with a range of $58,500 to $70,000. Additional bleachers
can also be added. The possibility of selling named bricks in conjunction with the
Penncrest Media Alumni Association to form a plaza in the snack bar area was
discussed.
A fourth option will be reviewed. The fourth option is to complete the handicap
ramp and replace stairs. Additional information will be made available at a later
date.
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director, reviewed several concerns with the current
stadium seating. The patrons that sit in the first 4-5 rows have an obstructed view
of the cheerleaders. Concerns about overcrowding, the congregation of students
and safety issues were expressed by Mr. Olinger. The current press box is too
small. The opposing team’s coaches share a space with the press.
Insurance concerns were discussed. The district’s insurance carrier has made
recommendations to improve the site. Accessibility by the handicapped was also
discussed. The visitor side bleachers are handicap accessible.
Action: Discussion
4.
Springton Lake Middle School Project Update
The committee gave approval for Gus Houtman, civil engineer, to revise the
NPDES permit for the possible installation of additional curbing at the Springton
Middle School.
Action: Discussion
5.
2011-12 Preliminary Capital Projects
Preliminary projects include: Boilers at Glenwood Elementary School, gym floor
replacement at Glenwood Elementary School, sanitary pump station at
Glenwood Elementary School and domestic hot water at Penncrest’s cafeteria.
Additional information will be presented at the next Operation’s Committee
meeting.
Action: Discussion
6.
Use of Weight Room/PCHS
The committee will seek additional information from Rick Gregg, principal and
Chip Olinger, Athletic Director.
Action: Discussion
7.
Media Borough
Has requested a meeting to discuss the installation of surveillance cameras on
Media Elementary School’s campus. Grace Eves will meet the borough
representatives to gather additional information.
Action: Discussion
Public Comment
None
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on November 9, 2010, at 8:00 PM.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
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
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:
October 20, 2010
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – October 5, 2010
Board Members in attendance: N. Fronduti, J. Petit, P. Barry, V. Barbato, J.
Hanna, N. Mackrides, Chair
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, D. Kerr,
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The committee reviewed the items to be included on the agenda of the legislative
meeting of October 28, 2010.
Action: All items will be placed on the agenda of the legislative meeting of
October 28, 2010, for a vote of the full Board of School Directors.
II.
Faculty Staffing/Class Size – Forming a Committee
At the Personnel Committee meeting in September, the members held a
discussion of the current policy on faculty staffing and class size. It was
proposed at that meeting that a sub-committee be formed to review the current
policy and make recommendations.
At the October Personnel Committee Meeting, those members in attendance
directed Mrs. Callahan to gather information on class size policies in other
districts both locally and regionally prior to the next meeting of the Personnel
Committee in November. The Committee will review the data gathered at the
November Personnel Committee Meeting and make decisions about the next
steps to be taken in the process.
Action: Mrs. Callahan will gather class size data from districts in Delaware,
Chester and Montgomery Counties in Pennsylvania and in Fairfax County, VA,
Montgomery County, MD, and Rockville Center, NY. The data will be sent to the
Board of School Directors for review prior to the November Personnel Committee
Meeting.
III.
Executive Session
An executive session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
The next session of the Personnel Committee will be held at 9 PM on Thursday,
November 4, 2010, 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
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Director of Pupil Services
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Date:
October 8, 2010
Subject:
October 5, 2010 Pupil Services Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mrs. Nancy Fronduti
Board Members in Attendance: Veronica Barbato, Jeff Pettit, Peter Barry, Nancy
Mackrides, Linda Fox, John Hanna, Nancy Fronduti
Others in Attendance: Dr. Denise Kerr, Dr. Linda Bluebello
CONTRACTS
Dr. Bluebello presented the following contract renewals:
CritiCare Substitute Nursing Service
CritiCare Substitute Nursing Service is one of the substitute nursing agencies that
provides substitute nurses as needed. The hourly rate for a Registered Nurse is the
same as last year: $55.00 per hour.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services provides a physical therapist for a RTMSD student
placed in an Approved Private School who requires this service as identified on his
Individualized Education Program. The cost of the services is $58.03 per hour.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
Overnight Trips
Dr. Bluebello presented the following overnight trips:
Members of the Penncrest High School Girls Cross Country team will compete in the
State Cross Country Championships in Hershey, PA, on November 5 – 6, 2010. The
approximate cost to the district is $900, which covers registration, transportation, hotel
and meals.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
Members of the Penncrest High School Boys Cross Country team will compete in the
State Cross Country Championships in Hershey, PA, on November 5 – 6, 2010. The
approximate cost to the district is $600, which covers registration, transportation, hotel
and meals.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
Penncrest High School students will attend a Student Leadership Training Retreat at
Worlds End State Park, PA, on November 6 – 8, 2010. The cost to the district will be
$306 for substitute teacher fees.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest High School Wrestling Team will compete in the Dudley Martin Classic
Wrestling Tournament, Nokesville, VA, on December 10 – 11, 2010. The approximate
cost to the district is $724, which covers registration, transportation and substitute fees.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
The World Languages Department is planning a Spanish Language/Cultural Immersion
trip to Costa Rica on April 9 – 17, 2011. The trip will accommodate 10-20 students. The
approximate cost to the district is $1,020, which covers substitute teacher fees.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
The World Languages Department is planning a French Exchange – Language/ Cultural
Immersion trip to Avignon, France, and Paris, France on April 9 – 22, 2011. The
approximate cost to the district is $1,530, which covers substitute teacher fees.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
The World Languages Department is planning a Latin Department Cultural Immersion
Trip to Italy on June 29 – July 8, 2011. There is no cost to the district for this trip.
Action: Approval will be on the October 2010 Legislative Agenda.
The next meeting of the Pupil Services committee will be November 4, 2010, at 7:00 pm
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:
October 6, 2010
RE:
October 5, 2010 Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Jeff Pettit
Board Members in Attendance: Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John Hannah,
Nancy Mackrides, Jeff Pettit
RTMSD Personnel in Attendance: Angela Gilbert, Karen Daugherty, Denise Kerr, Steve
Taylor
Community Members in Attendance: Maria Wanenchak
Penncrest Course Selection Guide and New Course Proposals
Dr. Evans presented a summary of proposed changes to the Penncrest Course Guide for
2011-2012. In several departments, certain courses are offered on a rotating basis, such
as AP Music Theory, AP Environmental Science, and Intermediate Drafting B. In
Math, 1 Algebra I will be reinstated. Courses which will be added in 2011-2012 include
Success in Reading II, Linguistics II, and Chinese II, all of which are sequential courses
to follow new courses added in 2010-2011. The addition of these last three courses may
require either additional staff or a reduction of staff in other areas, pending actual
enrollment. The Board gave permission to place a resolution on the October Legislative
agenda for the approval of the new courses.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the 2011-2012 Course Selection Guide and the new
course proposals will appear on the October Legislative agenda.
Penncrest Courses With Enrollment Under 15 in 2010-2011
Dr. Evans also presented a chart expressing the enrollments in courses at Penncrest High
School under 15 students for the 2010-2011 school year. The chart showed the original
projected enrollments from last March, the actual enrollments as of October, and rationale
for offering the courses, dropping them, or combining them with others. Dr. Evans will
come back to the Board in the spring, when enrollment projections are available for 20112012.
2010 PSSA Scores for Students With IEPs
Dr. Gilbert and Dr. Taylor presented a series of slides showing the performance of students
with IEPs on last April’s PSSA test. At every grade level and in every subject area,
percentages of students achieving Proficient and Advanced scores increased from 20082009, with many also achieving their historic high points in 2009-2010. Similar results were
evident from cohort charts, with 8 of 10 cohorts showing improvement in the percentages of
students achieving Proficient and Advanced scores, many of those very substantial gains.
The Directors attribute these strong performances to more students being exposed to the
regular curriculum, higher expectations, greater implementation of inclusive practices,
systemic use of data to inform instruction and placement, and the hard work of teachers
and principals.
Professional Development Discussion
Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gilbert discussed the use of Title I ARRA funds to provide professional
development options for RTM teachers and staff. The remaining balance of ARRA funds is
approximately $56,000.00 and must be utilized by the end of the 2010-2011 school year.
Examples of professional development offerings provided by PAWLP, Heinemann,
Houghton Mifflin and Harcourt, and the Institute for Teaching and Learning were presented
in a table for the Board’s review. The Directors described the shared decision making
process used with principals and administrators last year to establish a prioritized list of
needs to be addressed using ARRA funds. Professional development emerged as a priority
at that time.
During the discussion, Mrs. Fox questioned the need to hire professional development
consultants and expressed concerns over the use of funds - grant dollars or operating
budget - to pay for these services. The Directors sought input from the Board regarding
other ways to utilize ARRA funds, given the parameters for spending which include “no new
personnel and no costly initiatives that would need to be sustained after the funding has
been expended.” Mr. Pettit suggested that the Directors investigate technology resources
that can be purchased to support teaching and learning. Other Board members suggested
surveying teachers to determine their needs. Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gilbert will act on these
recommendations and report findings at the November Teaching and Learning Committee
meeting.
Special Education Contracts
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract for student JS to receive educational services at The
Vanguard School for the 2010-2011 School Year. The student has significant
disabilities and is in need of this specialized educational setting to address specific
learning difficulties. The annual tuition rate for the 2010-2011 school year is
$43,700.00. Last year’s tuition rate was $42,000.00.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the contract for the Vanguard School of Valley
Forge Educational Services to provide educational services for JS during the 20102011 school year will appear on the October 28, 2010 Legislative Agenda. These
specialized services are requested to address the student’s significant educational
needs.
Dr. Gilbert presented an agreement for Dr. Jessy Sandoval-Barrett to provide
comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for identified students on an as needed basis. The
hourly fee is $200.00 with a typical evaluation totaling five (5) hours. This service will
address the need for more intensive evaluations of students with significant social,
emotional and behavioral deficits who may be a danger to themselves or others.
ACTION: A resolution to approve the agreement for Dr. Jessy Sandoval-Barrett to
provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for identified students on an as
needed basis during the 2010-2011 school year will appear on the October 28, 2010
Legislative Agenda.
Rose Tree Media School District308 North Olive StreetMedia,
Pennsylvania 19063-2493Telephone 610.627.6000Fax
610.891.0959www.rtmsd.org
Patti Linden
Director of Technology
and Information Science
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Patti Linden
Date:
October 15, 2010
Subject:
Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for October 12, 2010
Chairperson: Mr. Peter Barry
Board Members in attendance: Pete Barry, Nancy Fronduti, Veronica Barbato, Linda
Fox, Jeff Pettit, Nancy Mackrides
Also in attendance: Patti Linden, Ron Harris, Grace Eves
Change in Vendor Services for Voice Over IP Telephone System
Patti Linden presented rationale for a change in vendor to provide configuration services
from WBS4.ME to Infradapt as a solution to the ongoing issues we are experiencing at
Springton Lake, the first building in our implementation. There is no legal tie to
WBS4.ME (Web Services for Me) and to date, we have paid an initial invoice of
$12,000.00 for the initial configuration of the server and telephone hardware. Since
several key problems have still not been resolved, Patti explained that the best decision
would be to change the service provider, which may cost a little more overall, but will
result in better implementation as we move across the district. There is an agreement
with Infradapt, which needs to be signed and which the Board of Directors who were
present agreed to, pending review by our solicitor. This item will be on the October 2010
Legislative agenda for ratification.
Proposal for Relocation of District Data Center
A presentation on the relocation of the district Data Center from the Education Center to
Springton Lake provided the rationale for the proposal. As an unforeseen opportunity
presented itself with the construction, the server room at Springton Lake will serve as a
better facility in accommodating power backup, cooling, and more efficient racks for
server equipment that will take us further with future technology needs. Patti Linden
presented the myriad of services that technology provides in RTM and the investment
that we have made overall. The long-term protection of our equipment and data, as well
as any future expansion, will be better served in this new location. Present server room
issues at the Education Center have been well documented over the past several years.
Grace Eves reported that the cost for this project could be covered by the Capital
Reserve Fund. The costs for the electrical contract are $178,358.00. The mechanical
contract will cost between $50,000.00 and $70,000.00. The cost for moving the fiber
and reterminating it will be $40,000.00, and the cost for the reinforcement of the flooring
under the server room is $12,000.00, which was already approved by the Board of
Directors at the September Operations Committee meeting.
IMS Audio Visual Proposal for Haivision Video Furnace Multimedia Video over IP
Distribution System
As part of the costs for technology items in the Springton Lake construction budget,
there was an included item for a video distribution system which will distribute cable TV
as well as internal and external video through a server to classroom projectors. This
system will eliminate the need for classroom TVs. The amount of $76,800 was in the
budget, and the proposal from IMS Audio Visual, a Co-Stars vendor, is $76,942.42. This
item will be on the October 2010 Legislative agenda for approval.
Next meeting: Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at 7:15 p.m. in the Education Center
Board Room
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
2.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Christina Sigismondi, Substitute Cafeteria Worker,
resignation effective September 17, 2010.
2.
Ronald Dewees, 2nd Shift Custodian, Springton Lake
Middle School, resignation, effective October 1, 2010.
3.
Patricia Miller, Bus Aide, Transportation, resignation,
effective October 11, 2010.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Louise Naismith, Career Coordinator for the 20102011 school year at the rate of $25.00 per hour. Ms.
Naismith is assigned to Penncrest High School.
2.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Penncrest personnel to serve as Night School
Teachers for the 2010-2011 school at the rate of
$40.00 per hour:
Mark Samilenko
Amy Tricome
3.
IX. New Business
Ed Somers
Recommend Board approval for the following
Penncrest Personnel to serve as PSAT Prep
Teachers at the rate of $75.00 per session:
Meghan Cristaldi
4.
Robert Simpson
Mark Williams
Michael LoBiondo
AnnMarie Johnson, Homebound Instructor for the
2010-2011 school year at the rate of $45.00 per hour.
Ms. Johnson is assigned to Rose Tree and Media
Elementary Schools.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
b.
IX. New Business
Professional
5.
John LaCreta, Long Term Substitute Guidance
Counselor, effective October 21, 2010 at the annual
salary of $55,791, Master’s+40/Step 1, pro-rated to
the end of the first semester. Mr. LaCreta received his
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from West Chester
University and also received a Master’s Degree from
Webster University. He is assigned to Indian Lane
Elementary replacing Jessica Hilden who is on leave.
6.
Susan Coyne, Homebound Instructor for the 20102011 school year at the rate of $45.00 per hour.
7.
Kim Enterlin, Homebound Instructor for the 20102011 school year at the rate of $45.00 per hour.
Non-Instructional
1.
Nancy Sands, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, effective
September 23, 2010 at the rate of $10.34 per hour.
2.
Katherine Ballard, (.5) Support Staff II, Personal
Instructional Assistant, effective October 20, 2011 at
the rate of $15.40 per hour. Ms. Ballard is assigned to
Indian Lane Elementary School. This is a new
position.
3.
Katherine Johnson, (.5) Support Staff I. effective
October 29, 2010 at the rate of $12.18. Ms. Johnson
is assigned to Rose Tree Elementary School. This is
a new position. NOTE: Ms. Johnson is being hired
pending
completion
of
her
pre-employment
paperwork.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
b.
IX. New Business
Classification Change
1.
Brenda Wolters from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to
Cafeteria Trainee effective September 20, 2010 at the
rate of $10.87 per hour. Ms. Wolters is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Helen Pron
who resigned.
2.
Ronald Andrew Shortall, from Summer Maintenance
to 3rd Shift Custodian effective October 4, 2010 at the
rate of $16.95 per hour. Mr. Shortall is assigned to
Penncrest High School replacing Amber Gibson who
was reassigned.
3.
Sharon Trader, from Substitute Bus Driver to Regular
Bus Driver effective September 21, 2010. Ms. Trader
is replacing Denise Roach who is on leave.
4.
Noreen Plotts, from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to
Cafeteria Trainee effective September 10, 2010 at the
rate of $10.87 per hour. Ms. Plotts is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Diane
DiMartino who resigned.
5.
Anna Charlton, from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to
Cafeteria Trainee effective September 23, 2010 at the
rate of $10.87 per hour. Ms. Charlton is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Judy Giduck
who resigned.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Rebekah Grover requests an unpaid leave of absence
for the purpose of child rearing effective January 13,
2011 through June 30, 2011.
2.
Anjali DelPrato requests an unpaid leave of absence
for the purpose of child rearing effective February 11,
2011 through June 30, 2011.
3.
Ryan Lewis requests an unpaid leave of absence
effective January 10, 2011 through May 13, 2011.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
Degree Advancement
1.
Recommend board approval of the following
personnel for Degree Advancement and adjust their
salaries accordingly effective August 30, 2010:
Todd Brown
Kylee Bucci
Shawna Cliff
Elizabeth Coulter
Kristen Curry
Laura Diksa
H. DouglasGarrett
Nancy Going
C. Grace-Green
Tracy Hatton
Robert Higgins
Lisa Lobitz
Brian Lynch
Concetta Mattioni
Amanda Meltz
Carin Newsome
Ali Perilli
Rachel Pinsley
Jody Ruckle
Jennifer Simmons
Jeremy Smith
Dana Vellios
d.
IX. New Business
Master’s+20/Step 13
Master’s+20/Step7
Master’s+20/Step 7
Master’s+40/Step 9
Master’s+20/Step 9
Master’s+40/Step 7
Master’s+20/Step15
Master’s+60/Step 15
Master’s+20/Step 9
Master’s+20/Step 11
Master’s+40/Step 13
Master’s+20/Step11
Permanent/Step 7
Master’s+40/Step 15
Master’s+20/Step 3
Master’s+20/Step14
Master’s+20/Step 11
Master’s+20/Step 9
Master’s+20/Step 12
Master’s+20/Step 9
Permanent/Step 7
Master’s+60/Step 5
$77,722
$57,622
$57,622
$69,586
$61,860
$64,208
$90,270
$96,867
$61,860
$66,912
$85,487
$66,912
$47,382
$93,437
$52,712
$82,875
$66,912
$61,860
$71,963
$61,860
$47,382
$65,892
Rescind Supplemental Contracts
1.
Rescind appointment of Melissa McGowan as
Assistant Varsity Field Hockey Coach. Ms. McGowan
worked for 10 days for a salary of $546.15.
2.
Rescind appointment of Tiffany Bendistis as After
School Detention Supervisor, Springton Lake Middle
School.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
e.
IX. New Business
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Carol Shapero, Intramural Leader for the 2010-2011
school year at the rate of $20.80 per hour. Ms.
Shapero is assigned to Media Elementary.
2.
Jean McPheeters, KIDS Club Sponsor for the 20102011 school year at the annual salary of $1,352.00.
Ms. McPheeters is assigned to Rose Tree
Elementary.
3.
Desiree Barnes, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$568.00. Ms. Barnes is assigned to Rose Tree
Elementary.
4.
Lotalinda Castro-Anderson, from 1.0 Chinese Club
sponsor to (.5) Chinese Club Sponsor at the annual
salary of $447.00.
5.
Jeanette Verdeur, Chorus Sponsor for the 2010-2011
school year at the annual salary of $1,192.00. ms.
Verdeur is assigned to Media Elementary.
6.
Charles Keeler, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$568.00. Mr. Keeler is assigned to Glenwood
Elementary.
7.
Sharon Williams (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$568.00. Ms. Williams is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School.
8.
Christine Dano, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$568.00. Ms. Dano is assigned to Rose Tree
Elementary.
9.
Douglas Gramo, Detention Supervisor, Springton
Lake Middle School at the annual salary of $710.00.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
e.
Supplemental Contracts
10.
Kevin Reilley, Detention Supervisor, Springton Lake
Middle School at the annual salary of $710.00.
11.
Keith Sharp, Art Club Sponsor for the 2010-2011
school year at the annual salary of $312.00. Mr.
Sharp is assigned to Glenwood Elementary.
12.
William Stack, (.5) Chinese Club Sponsor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$426.00. Mr. Stack is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School.
13.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Springton Lake Middle School personnel to serve as
Intramural Instructors for the 2010-2011 school year
at the rate of $27.00 per hour:
Jacqueline Baker
Martha Gumienny
14.
Recommend Board approval for the following
Penncrest High School personnel to serve as Event
Chaperones for the 2010-2011 school year at the rate
of $55.00 per event:
Sean Hobdell
Greg Jacobs
IX. New Business
William Carr
Colleen Hoy
Caroline Perry
15.
Svitlana Duffy, Support Staff II, to serve as Event
Chaperone for the 2010-2011 school year at the rate
of $18.33 per hour. Ms. Duffy is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
16.
Holly Clark, (.5) EnviroChallenge Club Sponsor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$426.00. Ms. Clark is assigned to Rose Tree
Elementary.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
e.
Supplemental Contracts
17.
JoAnn Podlaski, (.5) EnviroChallenge Club Sponsor
for the 2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$426.00. Ms. Podlaski is assigned to Rose Tree
Elementary.
18.
Recommend Board approval for the following Indian
Lane Personnel to serve as Club Sponsors for the
2010-2011 school year:
Bridget Martin
Shirley Huebner
Nancy Novello
Jaclyn Arbutina
Abby Burke
Andre Washington
Karen Pawlewicz
Sue Hendrixson
Emily Ferdon
Tracy Hatton
Judy Dimaio
Martha Phillips
Kathleen Devine
Karen Pawlewicz
Jaclyn Arbutina
Sue Hendrixson
Jaclyn Arbutina
Karen Pawlewicz
Julia Friedgen
IX. New Business
Scrapbooking
Scrapbooking
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Homework
Storyboard
Student Council
Student Council
Student Council
Knitting
Knitting
Board Games
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 142.00
$ 426.00
$ 426.00
$1,136.00
$ 426.00
$ 426.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$1,136.00
$ 284.00
$ 149.00
$ 142.00
$ 149.00
$ 426.00
$ 426.00
$ 426.00
19.
Angel Barry, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the 20102011 school year at the annual salary of $568.00. Ms.
Barry is assigned to Glenwood Elementary.
20.
Angel Barry, Walking/Running Club Sponsor for the
2010-2011 school year at the annual salary of
$284.00. Ms. Barry is assigned to Glenwood
Elementary.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
f.
Salary Change
1.
Recommend Board approval for the increase in pay to
$16.00 per hour effective October 31, 2010 for the
following District personnel who serve as Reading
Tutors at Media Elementary:
Kathleen Hogan
B.
Melissa Sabatino
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest Girls Cross Country – Hershey, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Hershey, PA,
for the Penncrest High School Girls Cross Country team on
November 5-6, 2010.
Background
Members of the Penncrest High School Girls Cross Country team
will compete in the State Cross Country Championships in
Hershey, PA. The approximate cost to the district is $900 which
covers registration, transportation, hotel and meals.
2.
Penncrest Boys Cross Country – Hershey, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Hershey, PA,
for the Penncrest High School Boys Cross Country team on
November 5-6, 2010.
Background
Members of the Penncrest High School Boys Cross Country team
will compete in the State Cross Country Championships in
Hershey, PA. The approximate cost to the district is $600 which
covers registration, transportation, hotel and meals.
IX. New Business
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips (cont’d)
3.
Student Leadership Club – Worlds End State Park, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Worlds End
State Park, PA, for the Penncrest High School Student Leadership
Club on November 6-8, 2010.
Background
The Penncrest High School Student Leadership Club will attend a
Student Leadership Training Retreat at Worlds End State Park, PA.
The approximate cost to the district will be $306 which covers
substitute teacher fees.
4.
Penncrest Wrestling Team – Nokesville, VA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Nokesville,
VA, for the Penncrest High School Wrestling team on December
10-11, 2010.
Background
The Penncrest High School Wrestling Team will compete in the
Dudley Martin Classic Wrestling Tournament in Nokesville, VA.
The approximate cost to the district is $724 which covers
registration, transportation and substitute fees.
5.
Spanish Language Immersion – Costa Rica
Resolve, that the Board approve the Spanish Language Immersion
overnight trip to Costa Rica on April 9-17, 2011.
Background
The World Language program is planning a Spanish Language
accommodate 10-20 students. The approximate cost to the district
is $1,020 which covers substitute teacher fees.
IX. New Business
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October 28, 2010
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips (cont’d)
6.
French Exchange Cultural Immersion – Avignon, France
Resolve, that the Board approve the French Exchange –
Language/Cultural Immersion overnight trip to Avignon, France,
and Paris, France, on April 9-22, 2011.
Background
The World Language program is planning a French Exchange –
Language/Cultural Immersion trip to Avignon, France, and Paris,
France for April 9-22, 2011. The approximate cost to the district is
$1,530 which covers substitute teacher fees.
7.
Latin Cultural immersion - Italy
Resolve, that the Board approve the Latin Department Cultural
Immersion overnight trip to Italy on June 29-July 8, 2011.
Background
The World Language program is planning a Latin Cultural
Immersion trip to Italy on June 29-July 8, 2011. There is no cost to
the district for this trip.
C.
Penncrest Course Selection Guide
Resolve, that the Board approve the Penncrest Course Selection
Guide for 2011-2012, including new courses entitled Success in
Reading II, Linguistics II, and Chinese II.
Background
The Course Selection Guide was discussed at the October 2010
Teaching & Learning Committee meeting. The three new courses
listed above are all sequels to courses begun in 2010-2011. Their
addition to the existing course offerings may have staffing
implications, depending on enrollments. With the Success in
Reading II and Linguistics II courses, which lodge in the Special
Education department, staffing could come from either a reduction
in the number of co-taught sections, which would be a staff neutral
solution, or by the addition of a .4 FTE.
IX. New Business
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October 28, 2010
ADDENDUM
IX.
New Business
D.
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations - None
2.
Nominations - None
3.
General
1.
Other
Resolve, that the Board approve a payment of $3,000
to Richard Gregg, Principal at Penncrest High School,
in recognition of being awarded Principal of the Year
by the Pennsylvania Association of Elementary and
Secondary School Principals.
IX. New Business Addendum
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October 28, 2010
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612..(Public School
code section 609) when funds are not available for a
proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of
expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9)
months of the fiscal year by the board.
FY 11-8 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Pupil Services – Purchased Professional &
Technical Services
$2,294.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Pupil Services – Purchased Property Services
$2,294.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for AED, Automated External
Defibrillator, updates.
2.
Haivision VideoFurnace Multimedia Video over IP
Distribution System – See Attachment A
Resolve, that the Board approve the Proposal from IMS
Audio / Visual to provide a Haivision VideoFurnace
Multimedia Video over IP Distribution System in an amount
not to exceed $76,942.42. This system will be installed at
Springton Lake Middle School.
Background
The background for this proposal was reviewed at the
Technology Committee meeting on October 12, 2010. The
system will be used to provide video and cable TV via
classroom projectors and eliminate the need for classroom
televisions.
X. Finance
1
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X.
Finance
B.
General (cont’d)
3.
Agreement with Infradapt, LLC – See Attachment B
Resolve, that the Board ratify the agreement with Infradapt,
LLC, for the purpose of providing professional services for
Rose Tree Media School District’s Asterisk telephone
system.
Background
The background for this agreement was reviewed at the
Technology Committee meeting on October 12, 2010. At that
time, Directors who were present agreed to moving forward
with this agreement, pending a review by RTM Solicitor, Tom
Kelly. The documents have since met the requirements for
Mr. Kelly’s approval.
4.
CritiCare Nursing Service
Resolve, that the Board approve the contract with CritiCare
Nursing Service for substitute nursing services as needed
during the 2010-2011 school year.
Background
CritiCare is one of the substitute nursing agencies that
provide substitute nurses as needed. The hourly rate for a
Registered Nurse is the same as last year: $55.00 per hour.
This item was discussed at the October 2010 Pupil Services
Committee Meeting.
5.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services
Resolve, that the Board approve to renew the contract with
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services for Physical Therapy for the
2010-2011 school year.
Background
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services provides a physical therapist
for a RTMSD student placed in an Approved Private School
who requires this service as identified on his Individualized
Education Program. The cost of services is $58.03 per hour.
This item was discussed at the October 2010 Pupil Services
Committee Meeting.
X. Finance
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X.
Finance
B.
General (cont’d)
6.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services (Vanguard
School)
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract for one student,
JS, to receive educational services from Valley Forge
Educational Services at The Vanguard School for the 20102011 School Year. The student has significant disabilities
and is in need of this specialized educational setting to
address specific learning difficulties. The annual tuition rate
for the 2010-2011 school year is $43,700.00. Last year’s
tuition rate was $42,000.00.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on October 5, 2010. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of a student with significant disabilities.
7.
Contract with Valley Forge Educational Services (Vanguard
School)
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract for Dr. Jessy
Sandoval-Barrett to provide comprehensive psychiatric
evaluations for identified students on an as needed basis.
The hourly fee is $200.00 with a typical evaluation totaling
five (5) hours.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on October 5, 2010. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to address
the need for more intensive evaluations of students with
significant social, emotional and behavioral deficits who may
be a danger to themselves or others.
X. Finance
3
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X.
Finance
C.
General (cont’d)
8.
Relocation of District Wide Data Center
Resolve, that the Board approve the relocation of the District
Data Center from the Education Center to Springton Lake
Middle School.
Background
Relocating the District Wide Data Center was discussed at
the Technology Committee meeting on October 12, 2010.
The funding will be from the Capital Reserve Account.
X. Finance
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October 28, 2010
SYSTEMS DESIGN
Presented to:
October 8, 2010
Presented By:
Gregory Vlassopoulos Jr.
Director -Education Solutions
3055 McCann Farm Drive
Garnet Valley, PA 19060
IMS COSTARS PA STATE CONTRACT NO. 132.147 IT Hardware
2FWREHU 2010
Rose Tree Media School District
Attn: Mrs. Patti Linden
Director of Technology
306 North Olive Street
Media, PA 19063
Attn: Patti Linden- Network Specialist
Re: Haivision VideoFurnace Multimedia Video over IP Distribution System
Dear Patti,
On behalf of the IMS, I want to thank Rose Tree Media School District for the
opportunity to propose a Multimedia Video over IP Distribution System. IMS Audio
Visual, Inc. has developed a comprehensive proposal addressing the needs and
concerns discussed in our meeting May 5, 2010. Carefully listening to the objectives,
we have developed a solution that specifically addresses the needs, which is indicative
of our “process”, to improve, reduce, and eliminate the issues inherent with technology
project upgrades and insufficient upfront engineering prior to implementation.
I have included an “Executive Summary” which points out the advantages included in the
proposal. The “Summary” will afford an overview to identify the unique aspects of the
proposal that might be otherwise overlooked as they are in the body of the system
description and intent.
I look forward to partnering with Rose Tree Media School District to produce a highly
productive, functional and easy to use learning environment via the power of video
distribution over the existing network infrastructure.
Sincerely,
Greg Vlassopoulos
Director of Education Solutions
IMS Audio Visual Inc.
Rose Tree Media School District Video over IP Distribution System: Haivision Video Furnace
The following information is for use by the intended recipient and contains information that is privileged, confidential and/or copyrighted under
applicable law. Those using this document are hereby formally notified that any use, copying or distribution of this information, in whole or in part,
without written consent from IMS Audio Visual, Inc., is strictly prohibited.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In preparing your proposal, IMS Audio Visual, Inc. has crafted its offer to demonstrate
that IMS has the experience, keen awareness of the required effort, and the expertise to
completely satisfy Rose Tree Media School District. These and other qualities make
IMS a quality technology integration firm partner for this project.
Rose Tree Media School District will notice several key advantages to the IMS proposal:
“THE IMS ADVANTAGE”
Comprehensive Video over IP solution- IMS has successfully developed a solution
utilizing the VideoFurnace™ for deployment of media assets over IP. Using
recommendations and experience, combined with our knowledge of cost effective
integrated systems, this proposal includes, but not limited to:
o VideoF urnace™ Portal Server with True cross-platform InStream™ MicroThin Client server player – no installed software reducing time and man
hours associated with soft player upgrades and non-updated decoder
platforms (Quicktime, WMP, Flash, etc).
o
State of the art in today’s demanding classroom environment and the
system upon which Rose Tree Media School District has standardized
o
o
o
o
End to end encryption from encoders to players and STBs for 100%
security
Only platform with user interface harmonization for desktop and set
top boxes
Only platform where the central server is constantly communicating
with all players and STBs
Only platform with central control of all players and STBs
The End Users experience with the Video Furnace System includes
o Simple, intuitive portal access to video content
o Live and scheduled content distribution (signage and programmed content)
o VOD with access control
o Consistent user interface
o Flexible user interface – positioning, multiple windows, size and scale
o EPG integration for presentation of video through channel guide
Rose Tree Media School District Video over IP Distribution System: Haivision Video Furnace
The following information is for use by the intended recipient and contains information that is privileged, confidential and/or copyrighted under
applicable law. Those using this document are hereby formally notified that any use, copying or distribution of this information, in whole or in part,
without written consent from IMS Audio Visual, Inc., is strictly prohibited.
World Class- Local Service and Support
o
o
o
With the comprehensive AV systems going on line within
classrooms and Boardroom burden of support on the Rose Tree
Media School District staff will rise. IMS service and support team
coupled with the high value placed on its relationship with Rose
Tree Media School District.
IMS allows it customers to access to state of the art service ticket
logging and access to status of service requests.
IMS maintains a multi-million dollar inventory of loaner equipment
at our warehouse in Garnet Valley, PA. It is from this inventory
that IMS is prepared to provide like-kind loaners as needed.
Engineering review -insures IMS accountability and project success
o
IMS has taken engineering time in review of the design and system
specifications to insure the successful installation. This added quality
step will prevent the kinds of issues that typically occur when AV
integrators have not taken the time and effort to “engineer” their
recommended solutions and expect to “trouble shoot” in site
An aversion to Change Orders by virtue of a dedication and adherence to detail
and to Planning and Professional Project Management
o
o
o
IMS’ customers rely on IMS to approach their projects from a perspective of
eliminating the cause and effect of costly and frustrating change orders.
This takes extra care and planning and project management prior to
beginning the project
We will spell out clearly (via detailed Scope of Work) what we are prepared to
deliver and we will work tirelessly with your team to reconcile the deliverables
to your expectations BEFORE the project implementation is in process.
Best Warranty and Service Program- lowest cost of Ownership
o IMS has complied with the provision of standard warranty and has included
information on enhanced warranties and service arrangements, such as
Complete Care and Priority Care.
Quality and Integrity in our work and our relationships with our customers.
o Excellence in Service Award from Fortune 500 Company whose Code of
Conduct is known as the most rigorous in their Industry with international
service.
Rose Tree Media School District Video over IP Distribution System: Haivision Video Furnace
The following information is for use by the intended recipient and contains information that is privileged, confidential and/or copyrighted under
applicable law. Those using this document are hereby formally notified that any use, copying or distribution of this information, in whole or in part,
without written consent from IMS Audio Visual, Inc., is strictly prohibited.
o
We hold ourselves to the highest standards and this allows IMS to never
disappoint our customers.
The bottom line is that you can count on IMS to work with your team to arrive at
the optimal combination of functionality and value for your project.
Engineering Expertise
o
The various meetings, site surveys and subsequent questions process, has
allowed IMS to gain basic understanding of Rose Tree Media School District’
needs
o
IMS has engineered a solution into optimal AV Systems tailored for each
room.
o
Close working relationship with all suppliers involved in the project.
Reduce and virtually eliminate confusion and extra work for Rose Tree Media School
District project management teamo
IMS is aware of time and priority pressures on your team and therefore
has assigned its best resources to work on this project.
IMS will enter into and commit a comprehensive agreement so there is no
ambiguity about the deliverables and success of the project; we offer a
draft agreement that will clarify these commitmentsAs a preferred partner, Rose Tree Media School District can count on IMS to “do what
we say we do” and to take 100% accountability for the successful implementation of the
design, and the vision and goals of the team at Rose Tree Media School District
IMS Audio Visual, Inc.
Rose Tree Media School District Video over IP Distribution System: Haivision Video Furnace
The following information is for use by the intended recipient and contains information that is privileged, confidential and/or copyrighted under
applicable law. Those using this document are hereby formally notified that any use, copying or distribution of this information, in whole or in part,
without written consent from IMS Audio Visual, Inc., is strictly prohibited.
Video Distribution over IP
Prepared For:
Rose Tree Media School District
Modified
Revision
//2010
0
Rose Tree Media School District
Video Distribution Over IP
Rose Tree Media School District is seeking a solution to distribute video District wide over existing IP network infrastructure. The system will be located at the newly renovated Springton Lake Middle School to distribute standard definition video signals from the existing cable company service provider (Comcast) as well as the District TV studio feeds and live feeds from without the district with a mobile devices. Though standard definition, the system has a future proof to manage high definition 1080P 60fps content by simply implementing a high definition encoder device(s). The system is designed for easy to use video over IP distribution to leverage the existing network infrastructure and maximize usage by educators, students, and administrative members for professional development to viewing TV channels (IPTV), studio productions, both live and pre‐recorded in standard and high definition to high profile events like commencement and guest speakers. The system will be deployed with a “head end” comprised of a portal server and 12 standard definition encoder devices. The portal server will provide an available InStream™ channel guide micro‐thin client player to any CPU requesting the stream upon a URL link that will be provided to Rose Tree Media School District for a webpage tag. The InStream™ Player can be accessed utilizing any CPU including PC, MAC, Linux, Solaris, and Sun MicroSystems, truly cross platform. “Zero” soft player installation is required as the uniqueness of the video stream resides in the RAM of the client that has requested it, no caching to the client occurs, thus making the system extremely easy to manage from a Network IT perspective. The head end will include the 12 encoding appliances to encode 12 standard definition video and audio signals. The VideoFurnace portal server has a conditional access module for managing viewing rights of certain streams and options for playback and recording. This module’s baseline can be governed by the authorization rights as managed by the Rose Tree Media School District Active Network Directory authentication protocol as well as additional customized provisioning per the network administrators discretion. Rose Tree Media School District is to provide Cable feed to rack location, as well as an available space for a 84” high by 19” wide rack. The rack will host the VideoFurnace system equipment (server and encoders), tuner boxes, power conditioner, and power supply components. Should the rack space not be available, an existing rack can be utilized, space allocation and rack elevation drawings need to be prepared prior to exclusion of IMS proposed AV rack. IMS will provide all professional services including equipment delivery, IP address configurations , technical provisioning, and deliver of product onsite as well as rack installation, cable distribution, wiring, system configuration and commissioning. IMS will also provide the mounting hardware shelves to locate channel demodulators to convert the Comcast RF Cable feed to RCA format for encoder signal pass through. WƌŽũĞĐƚĐŽŵƉůŝĂŶƚǁŝƚŚ/D^K^dZ^W^ddKEdZdEK͘ϭϯϮ͘ϭϰϳ/d,ĂƌĚǁĂƌĞ
October
5, 2010 Project in compliance with IMS COSTARS PA STATE CONTRACT NO. 132‐147 IT HARDWARE IMS specific services: Project Management 
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An IMS project manager will work with a single point of contact to establish a time line for the project and specific milestones. The project manger will work with the IT manager to complete necessary forms to provide to HaiVision in order to pre‐configure the system to meet with the customers IT standards. The project manager will ensure that the proper personnel have the information required to complete each part of the project and coordinate with Rose Tree Media School District ensuring the site is prepared when system installation is scheduled/confirmed. IMS Installation 
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IMS will install equipment rack shelves and the HaiVision Video Furnace equipment into the provided equipment rack. Dedicated Video Furnace equipment will require at least one 20 Amp dedicated, IG circuit, terminated in a dual receptacle single gang box in the rack, floor, or near‐by wall. Confirmation of allocated power will be communicated by Project Manager prior to installation. IMS will provide all necessary cable between the supplied equipment, and terminate a CAT 5 cable to the client’s network as directed by the client. IMS will work with the client to ensure proper operation of the HaiVision Video Furnace on their network. Rose Tree Media School District will validate network meets specification as described by manufacturer in the documentation provided by the IMS project manager. August 5, 2010 Notes & Clarifications 
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The Client will provide or be responsible for: o All related AC outlets activated prior to AV system setup o All permits and passes required for IMS‐AV personnel o Temporary storage area for AV equipment and installation material (equipment, cables, connectors, etc.) o Floor boxes and required conduit with pull strings, if required o All network drops and connections for teleconferencing, videoconferencing and Ethernet must be installed and in place prior to IMS final equipment installation o All Furniture Modifications for AV integration (cable cubby table boxes, table‐top microphones, credenzas, etc.) to be performed on‐site prior to final AV equipment installation o All computers used as video sources o Scheduling all necessary employees for system training o Supplying IMS with preferred corporate logos and graphics for Control System Touch Panel, if part of the system Related Notes o This proposal assumes the use of non‐union labor on site o The installation schedule is based upon uninterrupted and consecutive daily installation o IMS‐AV will assign a Project Manager as a single point of contact during the life of this project o Any unscheduled delay or interruption in providing access for IMS‐AV personnel to the AV installation areas may impact the schedule completion date o The proposal price is based upon plenum cable August 5, 2010 A/V Sources
DVD, CD, VCR, Recorders and Players
Description
Qty
13
Price
Xantech DeMod Tuner
$2,843.75
Stand Alone ATSC/NTSC/QAM Receiver
A/V Sources Total:
$2,843.75
Video Streaming
Video Codecs and Peripheral
Description
Qty
1
Price
Hai Vision CA
$3,684.60 *
Conditional Access Module - User Authentication Protocol integration with
LDAP, Active Directory, or RDBMS. Advanced Systems Only.
1 Hai Vision M-VF-EU
1 Year Video Furnace Support and Maintenance and
Software Upgrade Program (5 days per week, 8 hours per
day).
12
Hai Vision S-280E-SDI
$39,393.74 *
Standard Definition Encoder Appliance - SD H.264 IP Video Encoder - SDI,
Composite, S-Video, and Audio input; up to 480i; produces H.264 streams at full
resolution and full frame rate at up to 8 Mbps, with built-in downscaling and
partial frame rate support can also emit streams as low as 150 kbps;
10/100/1000 Ethernet; w/Power Supply.
1 Hai Vision M-VF-EU
1 Year Video Furnace Support and Maintenance and
Software Upgrade Program (5 days per week, 8 hours per
day).
1
Hai Vision S-VFB-50K12SD
$21,265.82 *
Furnace Base System with Playback & VOD 20/1/50 - InStream Portal Server,
Playback Manager, Media Server
(50Mbps). 20 Live, 1 Playback, 50 Mbps VOD capacity. 2U Server, 2 TB RAID.
1 Hai Vision M-VF-EU
1 Year Video Furnace Support and Maintenance and
Software Upgrade Program (5 days per week, 8 hours per
day).
Video Streaming Total:
$64,344.16
Equipment Rack
Components that make up the equipment rack system
Description
Qty
1
Middle Atlantic ERK-4025
40 Space (70"), 25" Deep Stand Alone Rack With Rear Door, Black Finish
Price
$1,550.39 *
1 Furman PL-PRO C
The Classic Series from Furman brings together superior
protection and outstanding performance in a sturdy,
rack-mountable design. The Classic Series features
Furman?s revolutionary Series Multi-Stage Protection
(SMP), Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT), and Extreme
Voltage Shutdown (EVS). Together, these technologies
comprise what is, without question, one of the world's
most advanced and comprehensive transient voltage
surge suppressors.
1 Furman PS-PRO II
The most widely recognized and trusted name in AC
power conditioning is proud to introduce the PS-PRO II
power conditioner / sequencer, featuring Furman's
revolutionary SMP technology. Furman's Series
Multi-Stage Protection (SMP) circuit also features our
exclusive Linear Filter Technology (LiFT) coupled with
Extreme Voltage Shutdown (EVS) and a high current
TVZ-MOVs. Together, these technologies comprise what
is, without question, the world's most advanced and
comprehensive transient voltage surge suppressor.
1 Middle Atlantic CBS-ERK-25
Skirted Wheelbase, Fits 25" Deep Erk's, Includes Casters
1 Middle Atlantic ERK-VRD-40
Vented Rear Door Option For 40 Space ERK Racks,
Black Finish
1 Middle Atlantic ERK-VT
Vented Top For Any Wmrk, ERK Or Scrk Series Rack,
Black Finish
1 Middle Atlantic VT3
3 Space (5 1/4") Vent Panel, 64% Open Area
1 Middle Atlantic VT4
4 Space (7") Vent Panel, 64% Open Area
8
Middle Atlantic PB-5A
$76.80
PB-5A bracket mounts Middle Atlantic Products power strips in our AXS and
SLIM 5, RL, RLA and MK Series racks, or to the rackrail of any rack.
2
$297.70
Middle Atlantic PDT-2020C-NS
20 Outlet, Single 20 AMP Circuit Thin Power Strip W/9' Cord, Fits Racks That
Accept 't' Power
5
$278.95
Middle Atlantic SH-WR
Zero-space Rackshelf For Wr, Mounts To Front & Rear Rail
Equipment Rack Total:
$2,203.84
Cables, Connectors, and Misc. Hardware
Qty
Description
Price
1
Ims Stock MISCELLANEOUS PARTS
$1,100.00
Miscellaneous Connectors, Parts, and Hardware
Cables, Connectors, and Misc. Hardware Total:
$1,100.00
Labor
All Labor Items
Description
Qty
1
1
1
1
1
Ims-av ADMIN - ADM025
Ims-av CAD-IHL - ICA002
Ims-av ENG-IHL - IEN001
Ims-av ENG-OSL - OEN006
Ims-av LAB-IHL - ILB004
1
Ims-av LAB-OSL - OLB015
1
1
Ims-av PM-IHL - IPM003
Ims-av S, H, & M
Price
In-house Insallation
On-site Installation
*
Shipping, Handling, and Misc. Expenses
1 Ims-av NAV-026
1
Ims-av T&T-OSL - OET017
On-site Engineering Tech, Test & Commission System
Labor Total:
Rose Tree Media School District
Total:
$0.00
$70,491.75
Project Summary
Equipment:
$70,491.75
Unassigned Labor:
$100.00
Inhouse Installation
Labor:
$900.00
Engineering Labor:
$1,516.67
Project Management Labor:
On-Site Installation
$950.00
Labor:
$1,320.00
Test and Tune Labor:
$700.00
Shipping Handling, and Misc Expenses
Administration
Labor:
$485.00
G & A:
$579.00
Grand Total:
$76,942.42
Service Options3URMHFWFRPSOLDQWZLWK,06&267$563$67$7(&2175$&712,7+DUGZDUH
Standard Care
_____ One Year
_____ Two Years
_____ Three Years
Priority Care
_____ One Year
_____ Two Years
_____ Three Years
$1,538.85
$3,616.29
$5,462.91
$2,308.27
$5,078.20
$7,540.36
Includes: All on site labor, all transit surcharges, loaner
projectors, 24-hour response time, 2-hour telephone
support, 2 annual preventative maintenance visits,
replacement parts, replacement equipment and ,and
manufacturer repair fees up to $1,000.00 per
component
$3,077.70
$6,540.11
$10,271.81
Includes: All on site labor, all transit surcharges, loaner
projectors, 24-hour response time, 2-hour telephone
support, 2 annual preventative maintenance visits, all
replacement part costs, all replacement equipment
costs, all fees from manufacturer repairs, and all
videoconferencing extended warranties.
Complete Care
_____ One Year
_____ Two Years
_____ Three Years
Includes: All on site labor, all transit surcharges, loaner
projectors, 48-hour response time, same-day
telephone support, 1 annual preventative maintenance
visit
_____ I choose not to sign a service contract at this time. By initialing here, I understand that after the 90-Day system
warranty, any and all on site service calls will be charged hourly at $110.00 per hour with a 1-hour on site minimum
plus a travel surcharge based upon the location of the installed system in relation to IMS Audio-Visual.
By signing below, I hereby agree to the proposal price outlined above and the attached terms and conditions herein.
Client:
Patti Linden
Date
Contractor:
IMS Audio Visual
Date
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1) Cost:
a)
The cost for equipment and professional services in the preceding proposal will be firm for thirty days from the
date of issuance. All proposals are subject to change based on escalation of equipment and/or labor cost.
b)
Labor and professional fees are estimates based on anticipated conditions at the time of proposal. IMS will
conduct an extensive site survey and engineer the job to actual field conditions that coincide with an agreed upon
timeline for project completion (see IMS timeline included in proposal).
c)
All labor hours are based on regular working hours of 8:00AM to 5:30PM Monday through Friday, unless specified
in this proposal. Any work outside of regular working hours will result in additional charges.
d)
All labor hours are estimated based on unrestricted access to the jobsite and the specific location where the work
is to take place.
e)
Unless specified in the proposal, all labor will be NON-UNION. IMS can provide union field labor at an additional
cost.
f)
Labor costs are based on Room Readiness with adequate time allotted for completion of the AV portion of the
project The following describes the conditions that must be in place before delivery of audiovisual systems (this
does not include rough in of cable and AV support hardware/structure):
i)
Room Construction Complete.
(1) Clear of all debris.
(2) Closed and installed ceilings.
(3) All floor finishes, carpets, wall finishes, paint, etc. installed and complete.
(4) All lighting and dimming systems installed.
(5) All millwork complete including framing, pass throughs for AV equipment and housings.
(6) All furniture installed and complete.
(7) All telephone, ISDN, LAN, cable, and other communication wiring terminated and operating
ii)
All electrical work completed (AV and base building related) including installation of all conduits, floor boxes,
wire molds, AC power, wall boxes, etc.
g)
Any work stoppages, access restrictions, interruptions or rescheduling of work based on incomplete Room
Readiness or unrestricted access not directly caused by IMS can result in additional labor charges.
h)
Freight is included in the proposal but is based on adherence to the project timeline. In the event that Customer
requires the timeline to be collapsed, an additional charge will be assessed for expedited shipment of the
equipment and supplies required to complete the job.
i)
j)
Price does not include the following unless specified in the proposal:
i)
Performance and/or payment bond.
ii)
Custom millwork required to accommodate computer input plates or microphones.
iii)
The acquisition, installation, maintenance or performance of computers is beyond the scope of this
agreement unless stated otherwise.
The Customer shall bear at its own cost all consents, licenses, permits, approvals, authorizations and inspections
from local government authorities, agencies, or officials required for the completion of the Job in relation to this
proposal.
2) Terms of Payment
a)
Fifty percent of the total contract price will be due upon execution of the contract and before IMS will order
equipment and commence onsite work. IMS Operations Handoff Meeting, Site Survey, Project Plan, Systems
Engineering and Submittal Meeting will commence upon execution of proposal/contract prior to receiving the
initial payment to keep the job milestones progressing.
b)
Twenty-five percent is due upon onsite commencement of onsite work.
c)
Twenty-five percent is due after substantial completion or beneficial use of the System(s).
d)
If payment is not made within the specified period, a monthly service fee will be charged in the amount of
1.5% (18% APR) per month on the outstanding balance until such time as the amount due is paid in full.
3) Substantial Completion and Beneficial Use of the System
a)
Upon completion of installation and testing, IMS will notify the Customer of the System(s) completion and
schedule a Job Closeout Meeting to demonstrate to the Customer system functionality in keeping with the scope
of work as outlined in this proposal. IMS will also schedule a separate date for training of end users if required by
the Customer in accordance with the scope of this proposal.
b)
During the Job Closeout Meeting, The IMS Project Manager, Account Executive, Service Manager and the
Customer will prepare a punch list of System deficiencies if any exist at that time. IMS will also review all
preventative maintenance criteria with the Customer and review IMS warranty responsibilities, service contract
information and ongoing service plans with the associated pricing.
c)
IMS and the Customer shall agree upon and identify any deficiencies that would prevent the Customer from having
beneficial use of the System(s) and equipment.
d)
IMS shall promptly correct any deficiencies deemed as preventing beneficial use of the System(s). Once all
deficiencies are corrected so that the Customer has Beneficial Use, this milestone shall be deemed as Substantial
Completion. Substantial Completion and Beneficial Use triggers the start date of the IMS System Warranty.
e)
In no event shall the Customer use or operate the system(s) or Equipment prior to IMS achieving Substantial
Completion and Beneficial Use.
f)
IMS will make every effort to achieve final completion and demonstrate to the Customer that all punch list items
have been resolved within two weeks of the creation of the punch list. The Customer may hold out ten percent of
the total contract price once Beneficial Use of the System is achieved and until the agreed upon punch list is
resolved in its entirety.
4) Project Completion
a)
IMS will be able to complete the installation within eight to ten weeks based on the enclosed scope of work. This is
based on our project timeline which is enclosed in this proposal. Factors which significantly impact the installation
schedule are adherence to payment schedule, room readiness , equipment manufacturer back orders, and timely
installation of AV related infrastructure such as electrical and furniture by the related trades and vendors.
b)
Based on Customer input, adjustments may have to be made to equipment specified and/or labor in order to meet
Customer imposed deadlines which may result in additional costs. In every case, the Customer will be required to
authorize a change order for any deviation from the enclosed scope of work and/or equipment list. Delays due to
IMS will not result in a change order or additional cost to the job.
5) First Year Workmanship Warranty and Service
a)
The System is warranted for workmanship for one year. Workmanship includes all cabling, connections, and
system installation from the date of Substantial Completion and Beneficial Use.
b)
The System(s) Equipment is warranted for ninety days from the date of Substantial Completion and Beneficial Use
which includes all equipment purchased from IMS. Manufacturer’s warranties which extend beyond ninety days
will be honored on a “carry-in” basis.
c)
Customer furnished equipment is not covered under the System(s) warranty.
d)
This warranty does not include preventative maintenance or service calls due to accidental damage, vandalism or
user error. Plasma display burn in, acts of God, terrorism and operator misuse or abuse are not covered.
e)
Items not covered under the IMS or Manufacturers warranty will be charged at our prevailing service rates unless
the Customer opts for one of our Service Agreements as specified in this proposal.
f)
IMS is not responsible for the operation or the performance of equipment or building conditions supplied by
others which are outside of the scope of work enclosed in this proposal. Examples of building conditions are
infrastructure shake created by HVAC or structural issues, ambient noise levels in rooms that have Video
Teleconferencing systems installed that exceed NC-30, 40 decibel and data lines or telephone lines that do not
function properly.
6) Taxes
a)
Applicable sales taxes will be applied to each invoice.
b)
All tax-exempt documents are to be provided at the time of contract acceptance or prior to commencement of the
project.
c)
All tax exemption documents are subject to approval by the IMS legal and financial departments.
7) Ownership of Equipment and Products
a)
The Customer assumes ownership of equipment and merchandise once it is delivered to the jobsite and signed for
by a representative of the client. If the client refuses to sign the packing list, the client will waive that right and it is
assumed the transfer of ownership has occurred.
b)
It is the Customer’s responsibility to provide a safe and secure area for storage and use of audiovisual equipment
during the installation of the equipment.
c)
IMS Audio Visual, Inc. will not be responsible for damage or theft once the equipment has been delivered to the
jobsite.
d)
IMS Audio Visual, Inc. will replace equipment that has been directly damaged or lost by an IMS employee or IMS
Subcontractor during the installation.
8) Insurance Liability
a)
IMS Audio Visual, Inc. has a standard Certificate of Liability detailing our coverage which we can provide to the
Customer upon request. Any additional coverage beyond the stated can be added to the contract, if required.
9) Customer Responsibilities
a)
At our designated locations, provide regulated, clean 110V AC power and receptacles for IMS provided equipment.
b)
At our designated locations supply and install floor boxes, risers, conduit between the risers, raceways, core
drilling and conduit.
c)
Provide an adequate space and ventilation for mounting IMS installed equipment. The space must have an
operating environment that is suitable for the operation and ongoing serviceability of the equipment specified in
this proposal.
d)
Provide a single point of contact and establish communication criteria with the IMS Project Manager.
e)
Schedule a Site Survey with the IMS Project Manager with the primary Customer Contact in attendance.
f)
Schedule and attend a Job Submittal Meeting in which our Project Manager and Account Representative will verify
all final engineered job specifications, provide further detail to the job scope and identify any parameters affecting
the scope of work in order to manage and/or eliminate the need for costly change orders.
g)
Attend a Job Closeout Meeting to review the system functionality as it relates to the Scope of Work and help IMS
create a final documented punch list.
h)
Provide adequate and dedicated time for training of your end users.
i)
Provide IMS with logos and corporate graphics for control system panel design if applicable.
10) IMS Responsibilities
a)
IMS Audio Visual, Inc. shall perform services in accordance with the degree of professional skill and care required
by applicable law and as expeditiously as is consistent with professional skill and care and the orderly progress of
the job. IMS shall uphold the Code of Ethics and high standards associated with our Diamond Status with the
International Communications Industries Association Inc. (AVSP Certification - see enclosed documentation).
b)
IMS shall provide a Project Manager as a single point of contact and insofar as it is reasonable, the same person
shall remain consistent from project inception through final completion.
c)
IMS shall, at its own cost and expense, comply with all State and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, codes,
standards, orders, notices and requirements necessary for the prosecution of the job.
d)
IMS work shall be neat and workmanlike and shall assign enough workers with the required skills and qualifications
to the job to meet its schedule commitments as outlined at the signing of this document and as per the Job
Submittal Meeting as per the timeline and milestones approved by both the Customer and IMS.
e)
IMS shall cooperate with the other trades to ensure satisfactory work progress.
f)
IMS will install all equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions unless otherwise approved by the
Customer. Where these instructions are exceeded by any applicable national and local regulations, ordinances, and
codes, such regulations, ordinances and codes will take precedence and shall apply.
g)
Upon completion of work, IMS shall remove from the site all unused materials, containers, and equipment. IMS
will endeavor to protect all floors, walls, and other adjacent surfaces from stains, marring or other damage. The
space shall be clean and undamaged.
h)
IMS Deliverables - IMS shall provide to the Customer, in an organized manner, copies of the following:
(1) Within two weeks of Award and conclusion of a Site Survey with the IMS Project Manager and Customer
Representative, IMS and Customer shall schedule a “Submittal Meeting”. In this Submittal Meeting, the
Customer and IMS will ratify and/or modify any previously supplied (if applicable) project timeline
including proposed IMS and Customer milestones based on actual site conditions and a final IMS
Engineered solution based on the actual site parameters. Shop drawings will be supplied to the Customer
ratifying physical location of all AV Equipment as well as a modified Scope of Work as applicable that
designates any project or engineering notes documenting changes based on site conditions. This
submittal process equates to a design freeze and is the baseline documentation that both the Customer
and IMS will utilize to manage and minimize change orders.
(2) Within four weeks of Submittal Meeting, IMS will supply Control System GUI if applicable for Customer
approval.
(3) Within two weeks of completion of the job, the following will be provided to the Customer:
(a) User guides if applicable.
(b) Final Engineering documents with as-built modifications if applicable.
(c) Source codes of any and all Control System, Audio DSP, and any other applicable custom
programmed or configured equipment.