ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Informational Session
May 29, 2008
AGENDA
I.
Committee Highlights & Liason Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
Student Liaison Reports
Teaching & Learning
Finance
Operations
Personnel
Pupil Services
Technology
Liaison Reports
II.
Building Update - Principals
III.
Adjournment
7:30 p.m.
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Meeting
May 29, 2008
8:00 p.m.
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II.
C.
"Extending Learning Through Co-Curriculars: Science Clubs"
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
VI.
Artistic Achievement Artwork – Hanna Ballantine and Alexandra Pierce
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Legislative Meeting of April 24, 2008
Bid Opening Minutes – Glenwood Computer Room, Music Suite, and
Entrance Vestibule
Special Budget Meeting Minutes – May 22, 2008
Presentations and Awards
A.
IV.
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
A.
B.
III.
Pledge of Allegiance
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
B.
RTMEA
Healthy Communities Initiative
VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
None
New Business
A.
B.
C.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
b.
Supplemental Contracts
c.
Other (See Attachments)
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Envirothon to Penn State Main Campus
2.
Penncrest High School Smithsonian Student Travel Program to
Washington, DC
Addendum
1.
Grievance Adjudication
2.
Student Expulsion
Finance
A.
B.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
2.
Correction of Bid Award
General
1.
Delaware County School District Joint Purchasing Board
2.
Contract for Test Borings and Geotechnical Report – Springton
Lake
3.
Consulting Service Agreement with Kades-Margolis Corporation for
403(b) Plan
4.
DCIU Board Members Appointment
5.
2007-08 Tuition Rates and Estimated 2008-2009 Tuition Rates
6.
Budgetary Transfers
7.
2007-2008 General Fund Budget Changes
8.
PDE Form 3074 Non Reimbursable Project – Media Elementary
and Rose Tree Elementary
9.
10.
C.
D.
E.
XI.
Change Orders
Development and Storm Water Management Agreements with
Middletown Township for the Smedley Tract Complex
11.
Professional Software for Nurses
12.
Pediatric Therapeutic Services
13.
DCIU Special Education Services 2008-09
14.
Concept School Agreement
15.
Elwyn, Inc. Agreement Extended School Year
16.
HMS School Agreement
17.
Green Tree School Agreement
18.
2008-2009 General Fund Budget
Addendum
1.
Multi Use Athletic Field at Penncrest High School
Financials for April 2008
Bill Lists for April 2008
Adjournment
ANNOUNCEMENT
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30
p.m. prior to the Informational Session of June 26, 2008, at Springton Lake Middle
School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
Rose Tree Media School District
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Gail Boettcher
Board Secretary
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D
Superintendent of Schools
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
I.
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
Gail Boettcher, Board Secretary
May 29, 2008
Minutes of the April 24, 2008, Legislative Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Board Members in Attendance:
Nancy Mackrides, Board President
Veronica Barbato
Peter Barry
Linda Fox
John Hanna
William Montgomery
William O’Donnell
Jeffrey Pettit
Absent: Nancy Fronduti
Student Board Members:
Rachel Davis
Michael Pesce
Lepsi Jha
Jerry Thompson
Also in Attendance:
Patricia Barta, Supervisor Special
Education, Elementary
Margaret Barney, R&D Specialist
William Bennett, Principal, ILES
Gail Boettcher, Board Secretary
Eric Bucci, Ass’t. Principal, PCHS
Anne Callahan, Dir. Human Resources
Ken Curran, Psychologist
Bernadette Dacaney, Home and School
Visitor
Karen Daugherty, Principal RTES
Joseph DiAntonio, Athletic Director
Susan Evans, Asst. Principal
Angela Gilbert, Teaching and Learning
Elementary
Rick Gregg, Principal PHS
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Asst. Principal
Joanne Horan, Supervisor of Reading
Anthony Jackowski, Asst. Principal
Judy Jalbert, Psychologist
Joyce Jeuell, Principal, SLMS
Mack Johnson, Management Specialist for
SMS and FMS
Thomas Kelly, Solicitor
Denise Kerr, Superintendent
Maria Kotch, Principal Media Eementary
Patti Linden, Director of Tech. & Information
Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Spec.
Sandra Shacklady-White – Supervisor Special
Education, Secondary
Steven Taylor, Director of Teaching and
Learning, Secondary
Werstler, Ernie – Interim Management
Supervisor
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The Legislative Meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media School
District was held on Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Springton Lake Middle School. The
meeting was called to order by President Nancy Mackrides.
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 25, 2008
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Barbato seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 - 86
Resolve, the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of March 25, 2008.
B.
Bid Opening Minutes - Smedley Tract Athletic Fields – March 19, 2008
Further resolve, the Board approve the Bid Opening Minutes for the Smedley Tract
Athletic Fields. See Official Minutes of April 24, 2008.
C.
Bid Opening Minutes – Roofing Projects at Media, Springton Lake, and
Penncrest – April 1, 2008
Further resolve, that Board approve the Bid Opening Minutes for the Roofing Projects
at Media, Springton Lake, and Penncrest. See Official Minutes of April 24, 2008.
D.
Bid Opening Minutes – HVAC Rooftop Unit Replacement at Indian Lane – April
2, 2008
Further resolve, the Board approve the Bid Opening Minutes for the HVAC Rooftop
Unit Replacement at Indian Lane. See Official Minutes of April 24, 2008.
E.
Bid Opening Minutes – HVAC Equipment Replacement at Penncrest
Further resolve, the Board approve the Bid Opening Minutes for the HVAC
Equipment Replacement at Penncrest. See Official Minutes of April 24, 2008.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
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III.
Presentations and Awards
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 - 87
Resolve, the Board recognize the Penncrest High School Wrestling Team and
Coaches for their 9-1 Central League record. The Wrestling Team’s record of 9-1 is
the best record in the school’s history. The team participated in the Section V
Champions, Vanguard Invitational, Jim Thorpe Invitational, and finished third in the
District I Championships. Three members of the team are PIAA State Qualifiers:
Vince D’Ortone, Jim Resnick and Will Resnick. Three members were chosen All
Delco: Vince D’Ortone, Jim Resnick and Andrew Mariani. Team remaining team
members include: Josh Capps, Justin dugan-Fellman, Anthony Fusco, Matt Fusco,
Bill Brauer, Michael Harmon, Andrew Huppman, Ryan Kelleher, Bobby Kheny, Tyler,
Klause, Dan Klodarska, JP Lavoie, Nolan Miller, Chuck Mulloy, Nick Papa, Scott
Patton, Mickey Reed, Corey Schauerman, Jeff Scheckner, Forrest Shamlian, Matt
Smith, Lee Thompson, Wes Thompson, Adam Yee, and John Young. Head Coach:
Greg Jacobs. Assistant Coaches: Justin Bohl and Bill Kent and Volunteer Assistants:
Bill Mowbray, Matt Bell, and Nick D’Ortone
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
IV.
Educational Presentation
A. The Infusion of Technology Across the Curriculum by Rose Tree Elementary
School
V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
VI.
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
B.
VII.
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of April 24, 2008
Superintendent’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of April 24, 2008
Solicitor’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of April 24, 2008
President’s Report – In Official Legislative Minutes of April 24, 2008
RTMEA – Sandra Staiger, President RTMEA
Healthy Communities Initiative – Dana Riker
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to three minutes each)
None
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VIII.
Old Business
A.
Policy #233 Suspensions and Expulsions – Second Read and Approval. See
Attachment A in Official Minutes of April 24, 2008.
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 – 88
Resolve, the Board adopt Policy #233 Suspensions and Expulsion. This policy was
submitted with additional language provided by Tom Kelly that clarified the Board’s
authority for expulsion from school. The policy was originally presented for first read at
the January meeting and was tabled at the March Legislative Meeting so that the
additional clarifying language could be added. The revised policy was discussed at
the April 2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
IX.
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Sabbatical Leave
b.
Supplemental Contracts
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution.
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 89
Resolve, the Board approve the following Personnel section:
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
b.
2.
Carrie Henderson, 8th Grade Math Teacher, Springton
Lake Middle School, resignation effective June 30,
2008.
Non-Instructional
1.
Joyce Eckerd, Food Service, Springton Lake Middle
School, retirement, effective June 18, 2008.
2.
Joanne Baker, 10 month .5 Secretary I, Springton Lake
Middle School, retirement effective June 19, 2008.
Nominations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
Sean Graham, Long Term Substitute Social Studies
Teacher, effective March 31, 2008 at the annual salary of
$47,082, Master’s/Step 1, to be pro-rated. Mr. Graham
served as a Long Term Substitute for the first semester of
this school year. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from
Penn State University and his Master’s Degree from
Temple University. He is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School replacing Anthony Musacchio who retired.
2.
Katherine White, Acting Principal, effective July 1,
2008, at the annual salary of $102,259. Ms. White will
be assigned to Media Elementary School replacing
Maria Kotch who will be on Sabbatical.
Non-Instructional
1.
Jean Kenney, Part Time Summer Secretary, effective
June 23, 2008. Ms. Kenney will work 12 hours per week
at her regular hourly rate.
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3.
General
a.
b.
Sabbatical Leave
1.
Brian Bortnicker has requested a sabbatical leave for the
purpose of Professional Development. Leave will
commence August 25, 2008 and terminate June 30, 2009.
2.
Maria Kotch has requested a sabbatical leave for the
purpose of Professional Development. Leave will begin
July 1, 2008 and terminate June 30, 2009.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Craig Snyder, New Teacher Mentor, effective November
15, 2007, at the annual salary of $772.50.
2.
Recommend Board approval for the following Springton
Lake Middle School personnel to serve as Spring
Intramural Instructors at the rate of $27.00 per hour:
Jacqueline Baker
John Baker
William Carr
Martha Gumienny
Megan Snyder
Meredith Newtown*
*Being hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
3.
Chris Derrick, Jr., Assistant Boys Lacrosse Coach for
the 2007-2008 school year, at the annual salary of
$3,350.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest Indoor Drum Line Team – Wildwood, NJ
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Barbato seconded a motion to approve the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 90
Resolve, the Board approve the Indoor Drum Line Team overnight trip to Wildwood,
N.J. The team will travel to Wildwood, N.J. for the Indoor Drum Line Championships
to be held 5/1/08 to 5/4/08. The cost to students is $180. There is no cost to the
district. This item was discussed at the April 2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
C.
2007-2008 Last Day of School
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to approve the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 91
Resolve, the Board approve the change of the last day of school from June 19 to June
18, 2008 for students and from June 20 to June 19, 2008 for staff.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
D.
Policies
1.
Policy #1052 – Notification of Arrest or Vehicle Driving Violation
First Reading - See Attachment B in Official Minutes of April 24, 2008.
Policy #1052 was discussed at the April Personnel Meeting.
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to approve the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 92
Resolve, the following bids be awarded in the categories listed.
Such
recommendation being the lowest bid received from a responsible bidder, kind, quality
and materials having been considered. A Bid Opening was held on March 19, 2008.
This was discussed at the April 8, 2008 Operations Committee Meeting.
a.
Smedley Tract Athletic Fields – Penncrest
Contractor
B & J Excavating, Inc.
Bid Amount
$1,485,000
Project Budget
$2,700,000
Further resolve, the Board approve the lowest bid received from a responsible bidder,
kind, quality and materials have been considered. A Bid Opening was held on April 1,
2008. This was discussed at the April 8, 2008 Operations Committee Meeting.
b.
Roof Replacements - Media Elementary, Springton
Lake, Penncrest High School
Contractor
Mike Kobithen Roofing
and Insulation, Inc.
Bid Amount
$499,660
Project Budget
$590,000
Further resolve, the Board approve the lowest bid received from a responsible bidder,
kind, quality and materials have been considered. A Bid Opening was held on April 2, 2008.
This was discussed at the April 8, 2008 Operations Committee Meeting. The award is for the
base bid and alternate number 2 which deletes the work to be done in the gymnasium.
c.
Ventilation System Upgrades and HVAC for Gymnasium/Computer
Rooms - Penncrest High School
Project
Contractor
Base Bid Alt. No. 2 Total Bid
Budget
Cook’s Service Co. $892,000 ($675,800) $216,200 $500,000
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Further resolve, the Board approve the lowest bid received from a responsible bidder,
kind, quality and materials have been considered. A Bid Opening was held on April 2,
2008. This was discussed at the April 8, 2008, Operations Committee Meeting.
d.
Replacement of Rooftop Units – Indian Lane
Contractor
DWD Mechanical
Bid Amount Project Budget
$86,500
$185,000
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
B.
General
Mr. O’Donnell moved and William Montgomery seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 93
1.
Delaware County Intermediate Unit Operating Budget 2008-2009
Resolve, the Board approve the Delaware County Intermediate Unit Operating Budget
for 2008-2009 school year in the amount of $6,929,490. Rose Tree Media's share is
$75,362.55. The district share represents no increase over the current year. This item
was discussed at the April 8, 2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the Roll Call vote
being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 94
2.
Delaware County Technical Schools Budget - 2008-2009
Resolve, the Board approve the Delaware County Technical Schools Budget for the
2008-2009 school year in the amount of $9,904,925.00. The Rose Tree Media's share
Is $350,158.00. This is an
increase from the current year amount of $287,981
due to increase enrollment of Rose Tree Media students in Technical School
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programs.
The 2008-2009 Special Education Technical Programs budget is
$999,100.00 of which Rose Tree Media's share is $63,050. This is an increase from
$38,009 for the current school year and represents the increase of 2.5 average daily
membership in these programs projected for next school year. The amount is
reconciled to actual enrollments after the start of the school year. This item was
discussed at the April 8, 2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the Roll Call vote
being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Barbado seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 95
3.
Delaware County Intermediate Unit Special Education Funding and
Service Agreement
Resolve, the Board approve the 2008-2009 Delaware County Intermediate Unit
Special Education Funding and Service Agreement. The total Special Education
Program Budget for 2008-2009 is $25,540,750, with the Rose Tree Media share
estimated at $1,150,332. The amount is reconciled to actual enrollments after the
start of the school year. This item was discussed at the April 2008 Finance Committee
Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the Roll Call vote
being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
Mr. Pettit moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 96
4.
Budgetary Transfers
Resolve, the Board approve the following 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 other may be made in the last nine (9) months of the fiscal year by the
Board.
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FY 08 – 154 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Fiscal Services – Equipment
AMOUNT: $3,490
TO:
Home Economics – Equipment
AMOUNT: $3,490
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for Springton Lake to purchase eighteen
(18) new sewing machines. The current sewing machines are over 20 years old and
are unable to be repaired because the parts are no longer available.
FY 08 – 157
Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Instructional Technology – Dues & Fees
AMOUNT: $1,000
TO:
Instructional Technology – Travel
AMOUNT: $1,000
RATIONALE: Transfer needed for conference registration fees. This
item was discussed at the April 2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
X.
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
Finance
B. General
5.
2007-2008 General Fund Adjustment
6.
Approval of PDE Forms 3074a
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Pettit seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 97
5.
2007-2008 General Fund Budget Adjustment
Resolve, the Board approve the following adjustment to the 2007-2008 General
Fund Budget. This item was discussed at the April 2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
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2007-2008 BUDGET
Available Fund Balance
Updated 2007-2008 Budget Approved 12/20/07
Changes to Original Budget
PC - Technology Education Field Trip
Revenues
Expenditures
70,274,902.00
2,300,000.00
72,574,902.00
-
72,574,902.00
72,574,902.00
73,088,321.08
73,088,321.08
4.00
4.00
225.00
225.00
Title I Grant Final Approval
2,523.00
2,523.00
Title II Grant Final Approval
1,626.73
1,626.73
Title V Grant Final Approval
20.00
PC - Language Arts Field Trip
20.00
Dual Enrollment
2,073.00
2,073.00
Safe and Drug Free Schools and Community Grant
9,049.00
9,049.00
PC Fees - English Field Trip
PC Fees - Art Field Trip
PC Fees - Guidance
37.50
37.50
225.00
225.00
21.50
21.50
295.00
295.00
PC Lab Fees - Technology Education
Glenwood Elementary School Student Fees - GW
Helping GW
Glenwood Elementary School Student Fees - GW
Helping GW
290.00
290.00
180.00
180.00
PC Lab Fees - Technology Education
450.00
450.00
PC Lab Fees - Technology Education
105.00
105.00
21.50
21.50
PC Lab Fees - Art
425.00
425.00
PC Lab Fees - Art
PC - Art Field Trip
12.00
240.00
12.00
240.00
30.00
30.00
PC Fees - Guidance
PC Lab Fees - Technology Education
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PC Lab Fees - Art
12.00
IDEA Allocation
144,900.00
PC - Guidance Transcript Fees
19.50
PC - Family & Consumer Science
PC - Art Field Trip
12.00
144,900.00
19.50
1,287.50
1,287.50
208.00
208.00
PC - Guidance AP Exam Fees
25,460.00
25,460.00
Parking Fees
10,490.00
10,490.00
2,052.00
2,052.00
168.00
168.00
PC - Guidance AP Exam Fees
PC - Art Field Trip
202,450.23
Subtotal of Changes
73,290,771.31
Updated 2007-2008 Budget
6.
202,450.23
73,290,771.31
Approval of PDE Forms 3074a
Further resolve, the Board approve submittal of PDE forms 3074a, Non-reimbursable
work subject to advertising and bidding, for the following projects. This item was
discussed at the April 8, 2008 Operations Committee Meeting.
New Flooring - Penncrest Kitchen
Glenwood renovations
Paving and curbing projects
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
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Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Pettit seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION:
2007-2008 98
7.
Proposed Final 2008-2009 General Fund Budget
Resolve, the Board adopt the Proposed Final 2008-2009 Budget for the Rose Tree
Media School District in the amount of $76,696,909.00. The proposed final budget is
based on a millage rate of 21.0799. The proposed final budget is subject to change
prior to final budget adoption on May 22, 2008. This item was discussed at the April
2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
IX.
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
Finance
8.
9.
10.
11.
George Crothers Agreement
Cardiac Science Lease Agreement
Hilltop School Agreement
Elwyn Alternatives Agreement
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Pettit seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 98
8.
George Crothers Agreement
Resolve, the Board approve the agreement with George Crothers in the amount
$3,291. A student with significant multiple disabilities required extended school year
services to prevent regression of abilities over the summer break from instruction. The
cost of the program is $3,291. This item was discussed at the April 2008 Pupil
Services Committee Meeting.
9.
Cardiac Science
Further resolve, the Board approve the lease agreement with Cardiac Science for 17
units and a training AED with a locked in annual lease price of $5020.32 per year.
Dr. Burnett presented a plan for leasing new AEDs for the district. The current costs
for maintaining service agreements on our existing units are $5100 annually. There
are also concerns with the current provider’s ability to service these units due to their
voluntary suspension of external defibrillators and component parts. Cardiac Science
will provide 17 units and a training AED with a locked in annual lease price of
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$5020.32 per year. Service is included. The battery life for the new units is 4 years
verses the 3 year shelf life for Medtronic batteries which will also contribute to the
savings. This item was discussed at the April 2008 Pupil Services Committee
Meeting.
10.
Hilltop School Agreement
Further resolve, the Board approve the agreement with the Hilltop School in the
amount $33,600 for the 2008-2009 school year. A student currently attending the
Hilltop School will continue to receive appropriate educational services to address all
aspects of her disability. The tuition cost is $33,600 for the 2008-2009 school year.
This item was discussed at the April 2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
11.
Elwyn Alternatives Agreement
Further resolve, the Board approve the agreement with Elwyn Alternatives in the
amount $25,794.86 for the 2008-2009 school year.
A student with disruptive
behaviors has been assigned to the Elwyn Alternative School to address her need for
a smaller class size, and intensive emotional supports. The tuition cost is $25,794.86
for the 2008-2009 school year. This item was discussed at the April 2008 Pupil
Services Committee Meeting.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
NAYS:
X.
Finance
C.
D.
Financials for January 2008
Bill Lists for January 2008
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Montgomery seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 100
Resolve, the Board approve the follow Financial section:
X.
Financial Reports & Bill Lists
C.
Financial Reports
March
March
March
March
2008
2008
2008
2008
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
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D.
Bill Lists
March 2008
General Fund Bill List
$ 2,958,566.93
March 2008
Imprest Fund Bill List
$
1,833.00
March 2008
Capital Fund Bill List
$
14,918.44
March 2008
Bond Series 2003 Bill list
$
21,765.70
March 2008
Bond Series 2004 Bill List
$
13,857.50
March 2008
Bond Series 2007 A & B Bill List
$
28,975.42
March 2008
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
$
6,517.48
$ 3,046,434.47
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
E.
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
May Legislative Meeting Changed
Mr. Montgomery moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution.
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 101
Resolve, the Board change the May Legislative Meeting from Thursday, May 22, 2008
to Thursday, May 29, 2008.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, John
Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
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XI.
Adjournment
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution.
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 102
Resolve, that there being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting is adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Linda Fox
John Hanna, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell and Jeffrey Pettit
None
Gail Boettcher
Board Secretary
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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BID OPENING MINUTES
May 13, 2008
Glenwood Computer Room & Music Suite
A bid opening was held on May 13, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. in the Education Center, 308 North Olive
Street, Media, PA 19063.
Present: Dennis Cini, Project Manager Capital Improvements, Ron Baldino, Supervisor
Maintenance and Operations, Jack Delsey, Bonnett Associates Incorporated, Gail Boettcher,
Board Secretary, Ernest Werstler, Interim Business Manager and 10 Bidders.
Bids in the following category were opened by Gail Boettcher and read by Dennis Cini:
Glenwood Computer Room & Music Suite
Pluming Construction
Electrical Construction
HVAC
Richard Bonderant
228 Brooke Street
Media, PA 19063
AQM, Inc.
PO Box 37
Uwchland, PA 19480
Allstates Construction
Group
620 parkway, 1st Floor
Broomall, PA 19008
Cooks Service Co
300 Industrial Drive
Avondale, PA 19311
CMSE Inc.
286 Baker Road
Cochranville, PA
19330
AQM Inc.
PO Box 37
Uwchland, PA 19480
Cooks Service Co.
300 Industrial Drive
Avondale, PA 19311
Cooks Services
300 Industrial Drive
Avondale, PA 19311
DWD Mechanical
PO Box 155
Glenolden, PA 19036
DWD Mechanical
Contractors, Inc.
PO Box 155
Glenolden, PA 19036
Five Star Inc.
88 Lincoln Avenue, Unit 8
West Chester, PA 19380
Edward Meloney
22 Madson Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
General
L.J. Paolella Consruction,
Inc.
278 Bridgewater Road
Brookhaven, PA 19015
Martell Construction Co.
Inc.
15 S. Miller Avenue
PO Box 326
Goldhorn Electrical
Construction, Inc.
20 Commerce Drive
Aston, PA 19014
L.J. Electra
2536 Tuckahoe Road
Franklinville, NJ 08322
Five Star
833 Lincoln Ave., Unit 8
West Chester, PA 19380
Gaudelli Bros., Inc.
202 S. Wade Blvd
Millville, NJ 08333
Goshen Mechanical
380 Old Morrehall Road
Malvern, PA 19355
Schorn
1232 Sawmill Road
Downington, PA 19335
Penns Grove, NJ 08069
Edward Meloney
22 Madson Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050
Bids will be tabulated and presented to the Board of School Directors.
Gail Boettcher
Board Secretary
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
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
I.
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
Gail Boettcher, Board Secretary
May 22, 2008
Minutes of the May 22, 2008, Special Budget Meeting
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Board Members in Attendance:
Peter Barry
Veronica Barbato
John Hanna
Linda Fox
William O’Donnell
Absent: Nancy Fronduti
Nancy Mackrides
William Montgomery
Jeffrey Pettit
The Special Budget Meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media
School District was held on Thursday, May 22, 2008, at the Education Center. The
meeting was called to order by Vice President Linda Fox.
A.
Other
1.
Reduction of Professional Staff
A motion was made by Mr. O’Donnell and seconded by Mr. Hanna to approve the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 102
Resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve a reduction in professional
staff due to the following:
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Steadily decreasing elementary pupil enrollments over the past eight years as
evidenced by the attached chart. With class sizes falling into the low to mid
teens in some cases, maintaining the current professional staff level would result
in the inefficient delivery of services. Failure to effectuate this professional staff
reduction will result in the curtailment of other essential programs.
-
Change in Special Education case loads for children receiving supplemental
support services as defined in the revised Chapter 14 regulations. Rose Tree
Media School District is moving toward a more inclusive model of delivery of
these services and wishes to conform to the standards of organization as defined
by the regulations.
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Decrease in identified special education pupil enrollment as evidenced by
attached chart.
All or some of these changes could result in the suspension of professional staff.
Further resolve that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Pennsylvania Department of
Education for approval.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, John Hanna, and William
O’Donnell
NAYS: None
B.
Adjournment
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Hanna seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution.
RESOLUTION: 2007-2008 103
Resolve, that there being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting is
adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, John Hanna, and William
O’Donnell
None
III.
Presentations and Awards
1.
Hanna Ballantine and Alexandra Pierce
Resolve, the Board recognize Hanna and Alexandra for their personal
artistic achievement artwork from female students in Pennsylvania.
Background
The artworks of Hannah Ballantine and Alexandria Pierce, students of Ms.
Concetta Mattioni, were selected for exhibition in the "PDE K-12 Women
in the Arts Finalist Exhibition.” The Finalist Exhibition represented the
highest level of personal artistic achievement from female students at the
elementary and secondary levels from all corners of the state of
Pennsylvania. This exhibition began in October 2007 at the Pennsylvania
Department of Education. Over 150 artworks created by K-12 female
artists from across the state were exhibited. From that show, 38 artworks
were selected to travel to the Moore College of Art & Design in
Philadelphia for a show opening on February 24th, 2008, as part of the
opening night festivities for the city of Philadelphia's ONE FILM project.
The show then concluded at the United States Department of Education in
Washington, D. C. The Opening Reception for the Pennsylvania
Department of Education's "K-12 Women In the Arts Finalist Exhibition"
took place at the United States Department of Education, Washington,
D.C.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – May 29, 2008
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Library
Each year, the Delaware County Library System and our local public libraries sponsor the
“Create Your Own Bookmark” contest. Children in grades 1-8 may enter two original
bookmark designs. This year, in addition to winning locally at the Middletown Library for
his grade level, Glenwood third grader Ryan Dumont, from Miss Pinsley’s room, won the
county level for his “Buzz Away with Books” bookmark. He was honored at a special
ceremony in April. Congratulations, Ryan!
Again this year, Glenwood library technician Kathy Cook offered the Little Lions Library
Club--preschool visits for four and five-year-old children. Five sessions will be held during
May and June. Preschoolers, accompanied by a parent, may come to the library on
Tuesday mornings to browse through books and select two items to check out for a week.
On the final day, the children will be able to attend the Scholastic Buy-One-Get-One-Free
book fair. The Library Club is a great way for our future students to become familiar with
the library and enjoy some additional reading material.
Recently, students from Glenwood Elementary along with teachers Cathy Bennett, Betsy
Hennessey, and Keith Sharp; aides - Ann Austin, Rita Mueller, and Adele Winn, visited
with the staff and residents at Lima Estates Retirement Center. Together, they created
sunflower wreaths for the doors of residents. We traced and cut out flowers and leaves
out of sheets of colored foam, which we then glued to a wreath. At the end, students and
residents reflected on their accomplishments and shared stories while enjoying a snack of
cookies and milk.
Guidance
This month Student Ambassadors facilitated a school wide Earth Day project. We
received brown bags from Acme, and then each student in the school decorated the
brown bag with an Earth Day theme. The bags were then delivered to Acme to be used
as bags for shoppers on Earth Day. Our students really got their creative juices flowing
during the process. The activity helped our students get involved with Earth Day, and do
something thoughtful for our community.
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Kindergarten
Full day here we come! The kindergarten classes were treated to lunch in the cafeteria in
order to prepare for first grade. We practiced entering our student ID numbers, practiced
lining up and carrying our trays, and enjoyed eating our pizza like the “big kids.”
First Grade
The students have been involved in the writing process this year. Through the steps of
the writing process (brainstorming, drafting, revising, editing and publishing) the students
are improving their writing skills. They are very proud of the completed composition when
it is published to share with their peers. Through the publishing process, the students are
becoming more proficient with their computer skills as well.
The first graders at Glenwood have been practicing for their upcoming play entitled:
Colors: We’re Better Together. It’s a play about all of the colors working together to make
the black and white crayons feel important too. Everyone always chooses all of the other
colors for projects and the black and white crayons feel unimportant. The songs, dances
and dialogue between characters helps to convince the black and white crayons that the
crayon box just wouldn’t be the same without them!
Second Grade
Mrs. Morissey's second grade students are holding a school wide "Teddy Bear Drive.”
The students will be donating all of the collected bears to Children's Hospital of
Philadelphia. It is their hope that these teddy bears will bring smiles to the faces of
children that have to stay at the hospital.
Second grade students held their Pow Wow. Students decorated faux deerskin shirts
(cotton tee shirts that were fringed) with designs from nature. They wore the shirts on
Pow Wow day. They rotated through each 2nd grade classroom and completed a
traditional craft from 3 different North American regions. .
Third Grade
Glenwood ran a poetry contest a few months ago. The winners of that contest received a
certificate and have their poems published on Glenwood's website. All poems submitted
were then turned in to Middletown Library for a county-wide contest. Last month, two
Glenwood students were recipients of prizes at the county level! Francesca Krivitsky won
first place in the fifth grade category and Gillian Krivitsky won third place in the third grade
category.
The third grade students will be learning algebraic concepts as we draw to the end of the
year using the "Hands-On Equations" program. Many students are nearing their 500 step
goal for 100 Book Challenge, doing a lot of reading to try to reach their goals. The three
third grade classes are also challenging each other to a contest to see how many KidBiz
articles and activities they can complete in May and June. The contest is a bit of a
rematch from the official KidBiz contest that was held back in April.
Fourth Grade
For the first time, the fourth grade will attend the "Native Lands" cultural fair in Valley
Forge. The itinerary includes observing and participation in multi-cultural song and dance.
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African American and Native American dance and tribal music will highlight the day's
festivities.
Fifth Grade
Glenwood's fifth grade students spent a day in Washington, DC as a culmination of their
Social Studies and Science learning for the year. Students took a guided tour at several
museums of the Smithsonian Institution to start their day. Students were able to choose a
lesson and tour at the Air and Space or Natural History museums or the National Portrait
Gallery. Students learned about Ecosystems at the Museum of Natural History and took a
tour of some of the exhibits. At the Air and Space Museum, students learned the scientific
principles and history of flight in the United States while taking a guided tour. Those who
chose to go the National Portrait Gallery were treated to a lesson on the history of several
Presidents of the United States. After enjoying lunch on the National Mall in Washington,
the students took part in a scavenger hunt activity that led them to some of the other
museums in the area!
Learning Support
The students have been involved in the writing process this year. Through the steps of
the writing process (brainstorming, drafting, revising, editing and publishing) the students
are improving their writing skills. They are very proud of the completed composition when
it is published to share with their peers. Through the publishing process, the students are
becoming more proficient with their computer skills as well.
Trooper-School Lunch Program
The Trooper-School Lunch Program began at Glenwood Elementary School. Trooper “T”
met with students from all grade levels during their lunch period. The conversation
revolved around the equipment worn on his belt, his uniform, and what he does everyday.
The concept behind the program is designed to establish rapport with children. Talking
with police officers in a relaxed and informal setting at lunch time allows children to realize
police officers are real people. In addition to the lunch visits Trooper “T” is meeting with
the second grade students to discuss bike safety during the month of May. He is also
scheduled to meet with the kindergarten children in their class room.
Special Friends and Grandparents Day
Special Friends and Grandparents Day was held at Glenwood. Refreshments provided
by the Glenwood PTG were served in the cafeteria to all the visitors before their visitation
began. Mr. Dunlap greeted the Special Friends and Grandparents before they started off
on the class room visits. A shuttle bus was provided at the Granite Run Mall due to
limited parking places at Glenwood. The shuttle ran between Glenwood and the Mall
during the morning hours. By all reports a good time was had by all.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kindergarten
The kindergarten students enjoyed a special day with grandparents on Friday, April 11. In
preparation for Grandparents' Day the children wrote why their grandparents were
special. The children then read their comments to the grandparents during Grandparents'
Day. Grandparents shared their favorite foods, hobbies, colors, and ice cream with the
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children. They also had a chance to tell us about their kindergarten experiences. The day
ended in the computer lab when the children showed their grandparents how they used a
computer in school.
First Grade
The First Grade has been busy preparing for our Mother's Day Publishing events! The
children celebrated all of the wonderful qualities their mothers have by sharing them in
various forms of writing. In addition, the children have been developing their writing skills
through writing such pieces as reports, poems and creative stories. The children also
helped in preparing special menus, cards and gifts. Both children and mothers enjoyed
this special time together.
Second Grade
We have been learning so much about the Native Americans! We have read some non
fiction books to get true facts about various tribes. We used these to learn about their
homes, dress, food, and way of life. We also read several fiction books that told of
legends of the Native American tribes. Many of the tribes have
legends they pass down to tell the story of how they or something on
earth came to be. We will begin our fantastic butterfly unit at the
beginning of May. Each student will have their own caterpillar to
raise to a butterfly. We will study the life cylce of the butterfly and
other insects. It really is a cool unit and the students always enjoy it!
Fourth Grade
In conjunction with their Science unit on motion and design, Mrs.
Burke's and Mrs. Hendrixson's fourth grade classes visited the
American Helicopter Museum on Tuesday, April 15th. During their
trip, the kids learned about the five components to flight: lift, gravity,
drag, thrust, and weight. Not only did they get to tour the museum,
but they got to walk through a real fighter plane.
For the month of April, 3rd - 5th Graders participated in a KID BIZ
CONTEST. Mrs. Haskell's 4th grade class had the class with the highest amount of
points at the end of April for multiple choice activity completion. Here's how to win points,
it is all about the score on the activity. When you read and complete the Multiple choice
activity with 100% - You receive 4 points for your class 85% or higher - You receive 3
points for your class 75% -85% -You receive 2 points for your class 75% and less completing an activity -1 point for your class We had an overwhelming win of 100%
student participation and over 720 points total.
Mrs. Haskell's class participated in "Where in the US, Geography Challenge" distance
learning activity with Hebert Elementary School in Texas. Each class prepared a series
of geography information about their state and city that they presented to the other class
without disclosing the actual location. After 1O minutes of working on the information we
used the clues to discover each others location in the US.
Fifth Grade
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Fifth grade Science Fair went better than expected when all students investigated a
project using the scientific method. Parents were invited throughout the week to see the
fantastic demonstrations that the students worked so hard on during the previous months.
One of the key topics in discussing the scientific method was the explanation of constants
and variables. By the end of the Science Fair, fifth grade students at Indian Lane knew
what it was like to be scientists.
Music
Fifth grade students at Indian Lane presented their Spring Concert in the afternoon as an
assembly for the school and at night for parents and friends. All fifth graders participated
in the chorus by singing five curriculum based songs. Our enrichment group, The Bobcat
Ensemble, and select 5th graders played “Simple Gifts” on recorders and chimes. Our
select singers, the Fifth Dimension, entertained us with a beautiful 2 part song and a fun
kazoo piece based on “Chopsticks.” Another group of select singers performed one of
the songs from the PMEA Songfest we participated in last month. Lastly, the Fifth
Dimension and Mrs. Arbutina’s class were featured with singing, bells and recorders in an
arrangement of “We Shall Overcome.”
Earth Day Celebration
Students and Staff Members at Indian Lane wore
their EarlyAct, Club Earth 911 t-shirts on
Tuesday, April 22, in honor of Earth Day.
Some students, along with their teachers,
worked in the gardens around the school, while
others picked up trash on the playground.
Also, our recycling program for milk containers
and aluminum cans is in full swing. Students are
also collecting pop tabs to recycle with the profits
going to the Ronald McDonald House of
Delaware.
Throughout the week of April 14-18, Indian Lane students
and staff celebrated Spirit Week to help raise money for
Relay for Life. Each day, students donated $1 to dress in
special attire. Monday was Pajama Day, Tuesday was
Crazy Hat Day, Wednesday was Hawaiian Day,
Thursday was Crazy Hair Day and Friday was Mix-n-Match Clothes Day. Over
$1200 was raised to support cancer research. A special thanks goes out to our Student
Council student and staff members for coordinating this fundraiser.
For the second year in a row, Indian Lane
has been designated as No Place for
Hate...
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Uyen Doan from the Anti-Defamation League presented Indian Lane with our second
banner for being a "No Place for Hate" school. Representatives from student council were
present to receive the banner. Indian Lane participated in activities such as "Mix it Up at
Lunch" Day and "A Day On, Not a Day Off" throughout the year to earn this
acknowledgment.
Indian Lane’s New Sister School
Indian Lane students and staff members are assisting Templeton Elementary School, in
Prince George’s County, Maryland, with school supplies for their students. Collection
boxes are located in the lobby to collect pencils, notebooks, glue sticks and other
essential items for Templeton. It is our plan to continue this relationship between our two
schools in the Fall. Some areas we would like to explore are: connecting classrooms by
creating a pen pal program both through writing and through virtual visits on the
computer; connecting the student councils. To learn more about Templeton, please go
to Templeton’s website: www.pgcps.org/~temple/ or to www.msp.msde.state.md.us
(website for 2007 Maryland Report Card).
Art
Indian Lane held its annual art show Wednesday, April 16th. The exhibit highlighted a
music theme. Grade one and two read the musical fairy tale "Peter and the Wolf. " Each
class produced landscapes formed from clay and watercolor paintings featuring
characters from the story. Grade three focuses on art through time. These students
studied instruments that were specifically designed during medieval times. The students
were instructed to draw an instrument in various sizes. The background of the instrument
was specifically designed to look like stained glass. Grade four formed whistles from clay.
Following production, the children transformed the piece into the insect of their choice!
Glazes were added for color! Grade five built masks from leather celebrating the art form
of the Native Americans. The masks were created with layers of leather and decorated
with gel markers yarn and even pieces of metal! A jazz dance was performed in honor of
the music display and a good time was had by all.
Enviro Challenge
Fifth grade students from our district competed in various areas of environmental science
at Ridley Creek State Park under the direction of the Penncrest High School Envirothon
team. The goal of this program included environmental enrichment for fifth grade
students, a cooperative learning experience, a collaboration between high school and fifth
grade students and teachers, and a fun exciting outdoor experience that hopefully
sparked further interest in the field of environmental studies. In 2006, over 90 fifth graders
participated from two elementary schools. This year, each Indian Lane fifth grade class
fielded one team.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Young Authors
Media students Abigail Kleiman (grade 2) and Jay Stubblebine (grade 5) were winners in
The Dr. Nicholas Spennato Young Authors’ Project 2007-2008 sponsored by The
Delaware County Reading Council. They were invited, along with their families, to an
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award ceremony held at Ridley High school on May 16. Frank Murphy, author of several
children’s books, including The Legend of the Teddy Bear and Babe Ruth Saves
Baseball, was the featured speaker. Our school will receive a bound copy of all the
winning entries.
Enviro-Challenge
The Media fifth grade team placed first overall in RTM’s Enviro-Challenge held on April 30
at Ridley Creek State Park. Their overall score was 397. They also placed first in wildlife,
and second in forestry, aquatics, and soil. Congratulations to team members Michael
Chang, Riley George, Lydia Krull, Max Miller, Grey Nelson and Chris Urffer and to Abbi
Pearse who studied hard but was ill on the day of the competition. Kudos also to their
teacher and coach, Sue Williamson.
KUDOS to Dr. Norris
Media parent, Dr. Anne Norris was nominated by Mrs. Kotch to be recognized by Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority for her community service. Her award was presented at The
Delaware County Community College during the sorority’s 2008 Regional Day of service.
Dr. Norris created and organized Media School Martin Luther King day of service and
maintains many of the flower beds around Media School.
Bookmark Contest
First grader Alison Long won the countywide book mark contest sponsored by The
Delaware County Library System. This year 3,000 children throughout Delaware County
entered the contest. Copies of Alison’s book mark were printed and distributed to all
member libraries and to her classmates. Her book mark is also on display on the library
system homepage (www.delcolibraries.org).
Alison received her award at the
Government Building in Media in front of the Delaware County Council on April 8. The
presentation kicked off National Library Week celebrations.
Poetry Café
Media celebrated National Poetry Month in our Poetry Café. During library class, the
students performed poems that they wrote or memorized. Adult visitors were also invited
to perform. Each “poet” selected a special hat from Mrs. Matusow’s collection. An
appreciative audience snapped their fingers, rather than clapped, to show just how “cool”
we think poetry is. Special snacks were also provided by Mrs. Matusow and her parent
volunteers.
Law Day
Law Day was celebrated in Delaware County. Our fourth graders were invited to attend.
They participated in Law Day Ceremonies, visited a court room, experienced juvenile
court and “lock-up”, and met with several judges. The children and their chaperones got
an up close and personal look at the workings of our county court. Thank you to attorney
Andrew Edelberg for once again extending the invitation to our school.
Living History Day
Mae Jamison, George Washington Carver, Clara Barton, Lance Armstrong, Einstein,
Jackie Robinson, Betsy Ross and a host of other characters from history gathered at
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Media School when second grade presented their Living History Day. Each student
researched a character, prepared an oral report, made an informative poster, and
dressed in an authentic costume. Parents, guests, and children from other grade levels
learned a lot as they circulated throughout the exhibit to speak wit the presenters. Finally,
all the students gathered in the auditorium so that they could see what their classmates
represented. It was a fabulous learning experience for all involved.
Team Mongoose and the M-S Sneaker Sale
Parent Janet Van Leer and her son Tommy held an M-S Sneaker sale at media school.
They raised over $300 for research on this debilitating disease. Everyone who purchased
a sneaker was eligible for a raffle that included some very nice prizes. The Van Leer
family’s TEAM MONGOOSE participated in Walk M-S. They wish to thank Media School
for its continued support.
Homework Lab
Homework Lab is about to complete another successful year. It was created to provide
students with a quiet and structured after-school environment for homework completion
and study. The lab is available to first to fifth graders. Currently the 23 participants are
assisted and supervised by nine staff members.
H.O.M.E.
Our fifth grade service club was renamed HOME this year (HELPING OTHERS at MEDIA
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL). To coincide with the “Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Initiative”,
and as part of Media School’s registration for the “Litter Free School Zone” program,
members of the HOME team labored together to clean up or school property in April.
Over the course of two afternoons, the fifth graders worked to clean the playground and
reading garden of litter, swept, raked, and replaced wood chips to their designated areas
and raise awareness of the problem of litter in our community. Parents on the playground
who witnessed the children at work praised them for their efforts on behalf of our school.
As on ongoing service, HOME team members continue to donate their recess time to
read and share with kindergarten students.
For Teacher Appreciation Week, the fifth graders spent time after school in teachers’
classrooms and the library offering assistance. They put up bulletin boards, organized
100 Book Challenge baskets, sharpened pencils, shelved and stamped library books, and
whatever else they could do to give back to all the teachers at Media Elementary School.
Math League Winners
Congratulations to Math League Contest winners, JJ Teal, DJ White and Michaela Combs
(grade 4) and Michael Chang and Chris Urffer (grade 5).
No Place for Hate
Media School renewed its commitment to No Place for Hate on Monday, May 13. Ms.
Doan from The ADL joined us and presented our new banner. She reviewed our activities
for the 2007-2008 school year. We had a special guest speaker, Monte Ross, who is the
head basketball coach (mens’) for the University of Delaware. Mr. Ross’ words were truly
inspirational. He stressed the value of academics and hard work. The children had some
interesting questions for him which he fielded beautifully. Mr. Ross told the children that
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he would not be as successful as he is today if his family had not imposed strict rules and
high expectations on him.
Shofuso House Visit
Grade 5 visited The Shofuso House in Fairmount Park. They wrote haiku poetry inspired
by their beautiful and tranquil surroundings, toured the house, and participated in a
traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. The tea house is very different from the homes we
live in. Many of the children expressed a wish to live there. The tea house and gardens in
spring bloom were absolutely beautiful.
Book Swap
Approximately 7,000 books were collected and organized by a dedicated group of parent
volunteers who put together our annual book swap. Students went home with up to 20
books each that were “new” to them. No money was exchanged, but the book “shopping”
was fun. Books were arranged by genre so that the children could focus in on what they
were interested in: chapter books, picture books, series, classics, non-fiction, etc. Kudos
to parent Maria Wanenchak and her crew of dedicated volunteers.
Spring Concert
Music was in the air on the evening of April 28. Our annual spring concert was performed
that night. All fifth graders, and fourth graders who are in The Mustang Chorale,
performed for their families and friends. Mrs. Verdeur selected some difficult music that
the children performed beautifully.
Muffins and Moms
Our PTG sponsored MUFFINS and MOMS, a chance for the children to have breakfast at
school with a significant “female.” The cafeteria was packed with happy moms. Aunts and
grandmas who came. The mood was festive. Kudos to Janice eddy and her committee.
The PTG also sponsored an evening at Pretzel Boys which was fun. Teachers were their
as servers.
Science PSSA
Our fourth grade students completed the Science PSSA this month. It was a two day test
that was quite challenging and complex. The content was drawn from the entire
elementary science curriculum. Our students worked hard and we think that they will do
well.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Art Room Happenings
Students in fifth grade learned about Asian influence in the arts and commerce during the
1800’s and created landscape scrolls in the style of the ancient Japanese. Fourth
graders created rural watercolor landscapes in the style of Grant Wood and the American
Regionalists. Third grade was introduced to the French Impressionists as they created
self portraits in the style of Vincent Van Gogh. Students in second grade visited the
American Southwest as they viewed a power point presentation about Maria and Julian
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Martinez before creating their own black on black pots. First grade created nighttime
landscapes drawing with glue and chalk.
Physical Education
For the month of May, all grades focused on teamwork, cooperation and sportsmanship
while preparing for Field Day. The Field Day theme this year was "The Summer
Olympics” and each station will go along with a theme from one of the many summer
Olympic events.
Music
The Rose Tree Elementary Spring Concert entitled "From the Inside Out” was presented
by the fifth grade general music classes and the 4th & 5th grade Choraliers. Afternoon
and evening performances were presented. The children sang, acted, narrated and
played Hand chimes. Several members of the faculty, support staff, principal and
administrators also performed on Hand chimes to surprise the children. The songs were
about positive character traits. In addition, the Rose Tree Choraliers performed their
concert songs at The Rose Tree Place retirement home in Media at the Barnes & Nobel
book store in Broomall, along with the Husky Mascot. This was a fund raiser for the Rose
Tree Elementary Library. The fifth grader students and Choraliers also had fun singing
"God Bless America" at the Blue Rocks Game. Over 200 Rose Tree Elementary Families
and friends attended the game.
First Grade
First grade went to the Delaware Museum of Natural History in conjunction with the
science curriculum. It was a wonderful outing that included a lesson on animals, a picnic
lunch and a scavenger hunt that took the students to every corner of the museum.
Students are telling time to the hour and half hour and also worked on their money unit.
The culminating activity for these math units was a visit to a restaurant, where the first
graders discussed making change and giving a tip. They also had the opportunity to use
their best manners.
Second Grade
Second graders at Rose Tree enjoyed a "Giant" experience this month. The Field Trip
Factory, as part of its Kid Healthy Ideas program, invited our classes on a healthy field trip
to the Giant Store in Broomall. Upon arrival, the students were greeted by the manager
and given a hat, upon which stickers were placed for the five food groups as we learned
about each one while touring different departments in the store. Children sampled
various healthy foods such as organic "cheerios", pretzels with cheese and pumpernickel
bread. The children "shopped" for healthy food items, as well as for items like
toothbrushes that help us stay healthy. Our shoppers were introduced to many new types
of meat, fruits and vegetables. The importance of recycling and using the new "green"
bags was discussed. The children had a great time and learned very valuable and
healthy consumer lessons.
Fifth Grade
Students of Mr. Moore’s fifth grade class and students from all over Delaware County
participated in the Delaware County Bar Association poster contest celebrating Law Day.
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Aileen Wang and Sarah Kilburn won 1st place with their “Clean Our Parks” poster and
Megan Cage placed second with her entry. They attended a reception at the Delaware
County Court House where they received their prizes.
Academically Gifted Program
Rose Tree's fifth grade AGP students competed with the other AGP teams in the district
in the Enviro-Challenge on Wed. April 30 at Ridley Creek State Park. The Rose Tree
KEMMS came in 3rd place overall, and won 1st place in the Forestry category, 2nd place
in the Wildlife category, and third place in the Soils category. Team members were Matt
Bedenko, Emily Cavanaugh, Katie Campbell, and Matt Lunger.
Special Reading
Rose Tree Elementary School sponsored “TV-Turnoff Week.” 115 students tuned into
healthier alternatives by shutting off their televisions and video games. As a result,
students spent more time reading, playing games and spending time with family and
friends.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
ART
Ms. Sycz' eighth grade students are now in the process of painting their clay figures
incorporating the skill and knowledge accumulated from their painting of the illuminated
letter project. The adjustments students will need to make will be using acrylic paint
instead of the tempera paint used in the past painting project. Also students will be
painting a three dimensional object. Students will follow this project with a unit on
printmaking. Grade seven students have begun an exploration of Asian art and the
printmaking process including a focus on the elements of line, shape and color. This
printmaking unit includes readings from the text Understanding Art, some writing and
analyzing examples of Asian art including Ukiyoe prints. First students will explore how
important simple lines and shapes are to drawing complicated images. Grade six students
are now exploring all the basics of clay in the creation of pottery. Some students who
master the basics will have an opportunity to create a small sculpture to practice making
basic forms.
Mrs. Going's sixth graders have finished their ceramic unit / Sculpture -In the -Round and
now move on to a Relief Sculpture and the Aztec Suns. A brief history was read in class
and the students understand the importance of the sun in the lives of the Aztecs and how
they believed in the power of the sun. Amazing things are being constructed right in time
for summer!!! Seventh graders are enjoying their new found skill by taking letters and
using a vanishing point to create 3 dimensional letters. How cool!!! I've seen doodles in
notebooks, scrap papers, everywhere they can practice!! They are enjoying themselves
immensely with their new skill!! look for these in the hallway soon!! Eighth grades are
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beginning to see a figure emerge now that they are adding arms clothes. No longer do the
Ceramic figures look like cones with cut legs and a head!! It is amazing to see what they
create!! More to come later this month!!
The eighth grade art trip to the Philadelphia Museum of Art was a huge success. All
students found the private tours very interesting and worked well with our guide to
respond to questions asked. There was a great deal of interaction between the guide and
the Springton students.
GUIDANCE
The Guidance Department hosted the fifth to sixth grade visitation. Fifth graders arrived
to the sounds of the Jazz Band, Honor Strings and Choice Voices. The Drama Club and
Student Leadership Forum made presentations to the classes. The fifth graders also had
the opportunity to have lunch in the cafeteria.
Dr. Jeuell and the Guidance Department will host a Career Symposium for seventh and
eighth graders. 24 speakers will give seminars to the 650 students at Springton Lake in
seventh and eighth grade. Students will attend three twenty-five minute seminars.
Sixth grade guidance is running a Guidance Group on Respect. Seventh grade is running
two groups on "Dealing With Anger and Other Emotions". Seventh graders will also
receive a lesson on communication during the month of May.
LIBRARY
Mrs. Motley presented a flex workshop for all district librarians on library advocacy.
Librarians read articles in advance, reviewed the American Library Association’s Library
Advocate’s Handbook, and then collaborated to create an action plan for creating a
Friends of RTM Libraries group.
District Library staff met at Glenwood for a demonstration of Playaways, a new selfcontained audio book technology. Angel DeRue from the Recorded books company
demonstrated the device that looks like an MP3 player and requires only one AAA
battery. The device is worn on a lanyard around your neck and used with ear buds or can
be connected to speakers for whole class listening. SLMS and Indian Lane have a few
they are trying out with a view to possibly acquiring more.
Jack Gantos, this year’s visiting author, presented to each grade in the auditorium and
then autographed books which were sold during the two weeks preceding his visit. A
reception during ninth period gave students who are “big fans” of Mr. Gantos the
opportunity to participate in a more personal question and answer session.
Seventh grade social studies students from Mr. Reilly’s classes used books and web sites
to research battles of the Civil War. After gathering their information, students created
Power Point presentations to share what they had learned with their classmates. AGP
students of Mr. Tolomeo, Mrs. Gregg, and Ms. Stephens have continued to work on their
independent research projects in preparation for their participation the Celebration of the
Mind evening. Language arts students in Ms. Mayernick’s classes visited the library to
pursue self-selected topics for research. Following their research for materials in a
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variety of formats – books, journals, online databases, and web sites – students wrote
individual research papers. Ms. Cooper's ELA class is doing a joint project with Mrs.
Stephens's ELA class. Each student is reading All Creatures Great and Small, Watership
Down, or October Sky. In groups of approximately eight students, they are presenting the
novels with literary analysis and drawing connections to math, science, social studies, art,
and music to the other class.
MATH
Mrs. Laubach's eighth grade classes are completing a unit on Spacial Geometry (finding
the surface area and volume of solids) and will be starting a quick unit on
metric/customary unit conversion before ending the year with a review unit on fractions,
decimals, and percents. Seventh grade class just completed a unit on graphing (line, the
types of bar graphs, scatter plots, circle graphs) where they collected data, wrote good
survey questions, and graphed the information. Mr. Deleo's CMP2 class Concluding
Investigation 4, division of fractions in Bits and Pieces II. They will start Covering and
Surrounding in the near future. In Accelerated Pre Algebra students have completed the
mid Ch 11 quiz on probability and will be working to finish Ch 11 over the next few weeks.
MUSIC
Eighth grade general music students are involved in the study of jazz styles including bebop, cool jazz, and hard bop. They successfully played the famous “Blue Monk” on the
piano keyboard, and are now observing those elements in the Broadway musical “West
Side Story.” Seventh grade general music students continue to explore the elements of
jazz with the be-bop and big band sound. Notable musicians include the works of Dizzy
Gillespie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, and Glen Miller. Students in sixth grade
general music are studying the roots of jazz with African rhythms and authentic
instrumentation. They will next investigate ragtime style and the life of Scott Joplin, and
early jazz greats such as Louis Armstrong and Bessie Smith.
Concert season opens in May with the Sixth Grade Chorus performance of “What a
Wonderful World.” The following week, the Seventh Grade Chorus and Select Chorus will
present “Music Brings Us Together,” while the Eighth Grade Chorus and Select Chorus is
scheduled to perform “Music Brings Us Together.”
Many of the 350 musicians and performers will compete in an adjudication at Hershey
Park and will fill the stage of the Media Theatre on Monday, June 2.
SCIENCE
The sixth grade students are working on ecoscenerios. They are assigned an ecosystem
to research. They are creating food webs and an interactive PowerPoint to share with the
class. The seventh grade students working on Newton's laws of motion and getting ready
for physics day at Hershey park. All sections of eighth grade science are currently
studying "The Trouble in Fruitvale". In this investigation students learn about ground and
surface water contamination. During their investigation they discover how water moves
above and below the ground and how contaminants can spread with the moving water.
Once they have determined the trouble with Fruitvale's water they investigate methods of
cleaning up the problem and the costs associated with the clean-up.
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PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Pride Day
Pride Day is our opportunity to publicize to the Penncrest community how proud we are of
our students and the positive activities in which they participate. By making posters with
photos, newspaper clippings, clip art, and other creations we share with the Penncrest
community all the good things that go on during the year. Activities may include sports
(freshman, JV, Varsity), clubs, community service etc. The students love to see
themselves on the posters displayed throughout the school. Pride Day posters will be
displayed throughout the main school hallways for about a week. The PTG collects
information about the many different activities in the school and during work sessions
volunteers assemble the posters.
Coffee with the Principal
The Penncrest PTG hosted the first "Coffee with the Principal.” This informal event was
planned to give parents and guardians an opportunity to ask questions, chat, or just stop
in to say hello.
Science Olympiad
Congratulations to the members of the Penncrest Science Olympiad Team and coaches
for their second place finish in the State competition. This placement qualifies the team to
compete at the National Science Olympiad at George Washington University. The team
is coached by Jim Ciccarelli, Ed Somers, Jennifer Tareila and Jim Shea. The members
on the team are: 12th graders Terri Mercer, Lepi Jha, Jesse Ru, Emily Miller, Henry
Wong; 11th graders Marina Solomos, Devika Patel, Dan Consoli, Sam Moffat, Corbin
Muetterties, Taylor McManus, Matt Munin, Max Nachamkin, Matt Giardinelli; 10th graders
Christine Sowa, Eda Chen, Lindsay Gaskins, Richard Forbes, Adeeb Minhaj, Austin
Muetterties, Kara Kenney; 9th graders Michelle Nolen, Rachel Hosier, and Joe Zack. Six
gold medals, four silver medals, and two bronze medals were earned by team members
at the State tournament.
Envirothon
Congratulations to the members and coaches of Penncrest’s two Envirothon teams. The
gold team placed first and broke the County record, and the red team placed second in
the County competition. The Gold team now travels to Penn State, to compete for the
state championship, and a chance to represent Penncrest at the Canon Envirothon
international competition this summer.
Central League Writing Contest
Penncrest hosted the 25th Annual Central League Writing Contest. Students from all
twelve Central League schools gathered to compete. In all, Penncrest hosted 96 student
writers and 15 sponsors with the assistance of 11 Penncrest Lions Paw Society
members. Twelfth grader, John Cardone, won second place. Other winners are as
follows: Grade 12 (1, 2, 3)--Alana Schaeffer (Garnet Valley); John Cardone (Penncrest);
Mary Nagle (Radnor). Grade 11 (1, 2, 3)--Monika Zaleska (Harriton); Theresa Boyer
(Radnor); Forest Wambold (Radnor). Grade 10 (1, 2, 3)-- Adam Pezdirtz (Garnet Valley);
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Katie Ailes (Strath Haven); Leah Burns (Conestoga). Grade 9 (1, 2, 3)-- Hannah Beck
(Strath Haven); Anna Donnella (Radnor); Sarah Eisenlohr (Lower Merion)
Emanon
Emanon, Penncrest's Theater Club, has begun rehearsals for its annual children's theater
production. This year, the Emanon Players will be staging The Surprising Story of the
Three Little Pigs. The play will be performed for all RTM first, second and third graders
during the school day. A public performance will also be held.
Jamnesty
The first annual Jamnesty Benefit Concert led by the Penncrest chapter of Amnesty
International was a great success. Four student bands entertained over 150 of their peers
and raised over $850 which will be donated to CARE to directly support victims of
violence in Darfur, Sudan.
Law Day
Three members of the Delaware County Bar Association presented a mock trial in the
Distance Learning Center. The presenters were The Honorable Patricia Jenkins,
Assistant District Attorney John Reilly, and Defense Attorney Matt Hanna. After the
presentation a question and answer session was held. Presenters from the bar
association appear annually at Penncrest to help celebrate Law Day.
Art News
The National Art Honor Society held its annual Induction Ceremony in the Penncrest High
School library. Twenty-nine students became members including: Jessica Cadorette,
Julie Davis, Chris Eller-Naegele, Alyssa Duffy, Michelle Farra, Allison Fitzgerald, Eveleen
Ghazarian, Kayla Graves, Michael Hershock, Anthony Infantino, Brooke Kalman, Anna
Kassab, A. Young Kim, Soo Yeon Kim, Lily Kostyukov, Ashley Kremmel, Dan Masse,
Emma McNamara, Gabrielle Morris, Teara Mertens, Quynh Nguyen, Samantha
Overstreet, Jayda Rawls, Nicole Rothman, Steve Schultz, Seth Sheridan, Matti Skoog,
Lauren Tusar, and Joyce Wang.
Opening remarks were made by advisor, Ms. Michele Hart along with co-presidents Lyssa
Davis and Hannah Ballantine. The guest speaker was Donovan Preddy, class of 1996.
Mr. Preddy earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Tyler School of Art in
Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM. He currently works for Rubertone’s CAD Division. His clients
include Zales, Unique Designs, BJ’s and Vatche Designs (rubertones.com). The
ceremony was followed by a reception for family and friends.
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The following art major students submitted work to the 7 Congressional District’s Art
Competition: Hannah Ballantine, Calla Butler, John Cardone, Hailey Carlson, Rachel
Davis, Sonja Dexter, Jesus Flores, Sarah Gliem, Alissa Moore, Alex Pierce, and Nicole
Sassaman. The opening reception and awards ceremony was held on Monday, April 28
at the Wayne Art Center in Wayne, PA. Congressman Joe Sestak presented awards to
the two top artworks in 7 categories. Senior Calla Butler received an award in watercolor
painting for her piece “Self-Portrait” and junior Jesus Flores received an award in black
and white drawing for his scratchboard “Snow Leopard”.
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The 50th Annual Penncrest Student Art Show officially opened on May 7 with an evening
reception. Wonderful pieces of art by talented art students decorated the hallway walls of
Penncrest.
Music News
The Penncrest Jazz Band performed at Jazz Along the Brandywine, held at Unionville
High School. Among honors received were Outstanding Trumpet Section at the festival,
and an Outstanding Soloist award to sophomore guitarist Wade Phillips.
The Penncrest Concert Band, Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band traveled to Norfolk,
Virginia to compete in the North American Music Festival. The three day, two night trip
also included clinics given by the festival judges, and a performance by the President's
Own, United States Marine Band. Notable Results: The Jazz Band took first place at the
festival. Wind Ensemble earned a second place finish. Seniors Wes Thompson and
Chris McNulty were named Co-Outstanding Soloists.
Sophomore double bass player John Paul Bisciotti performed in Hershey with the
Pennsylvania Music Educators Association All-State Orchestra.
Congratulations to the Penncrest Indoor Drumline for successfully defending their
Chapter III Championship. They scored an 89.7 – the highest in our school's history.
They are moving on to the All-Chapter Indoor Championships where they will compete
with the champs from the other 10 chapters in our four-state league.
World Language News
Six French students were recognized as Top 10 winners in the National French Contest
for their respective levels. Two additional students received Honorable Mention.
In the National Latin Contest five students earned Cum Laude; six earned Magna Cum
Laude, eight earned Maxima Cum Laude (Silver medals.) Special congratulations to
Katherine Davis who earned a gold medal, Summa Cum Laude for her perfect score.
Junior Seth Sheridan was honored with a meritorious award by the American Association
of Teachers of German for his achievement in the Level III National German Exam.
Fifty Penncrest students were recognized for their achievement in the National Spanish
Exam. Special congratulations to Eda Chen (Spanish III) and Nicholas Calabro (Spanish
II) who earned gold medals.
Preparations for the 2008-2009 French Exchange trip to Avignon, France have begun.
Twenty seven Penncrest students have been selected to participate. Participating
students will correspond with their French student via the internet throughout the summer.
The group from Avignon will arrive in late October for two weeks. Penncrest students will
travel to France in March 2009.
Preparations have begun for the 6th Annual French Fun Day Program for RTM 4th and 5th
graders at Penncrest High School. Elementary students enrolled in the program will learn
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French songs, art, cuisine, language and games. The event will take place on Saturday,
May 31, from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM.
Canada Trip
Forty six Penncrest students in French Level 2 through AP French V traveled to the
province of Quebec to experience several days of authentic Quebecoise language and
culture.
Students discovered Canadian history through improvisational role-play
activities, culture through arts at a copper museum, a Lumberjack meal at a typical “Sugar
Shack,” where maple syrup abounds, an afternoon of social interaction at a Canadian
school, a tour of the majestic château de Frontenac and an exciting night-time search for
ghosts hidden in the alleyways of Quebec City, North America’s only fortified city.
Life Skills Class
The Life Skills class has been going to Fair Acres one Wednesday a month to help with
BINGO. Students assist residents by calling numbers, handing out snacks, and placing
chips on the correct spaces. This volunteer activity benefits both Fair Acres residents and
our students.
To celebrate Earth Day, the class spent two periods picking up trash around the football
field and track. More than 20 bags of trash were collected.
As part of their fitness unit the class toured the Rocky Run YMCA to learn about all of the
different activities available in order to improve health and well being.
Class of 2008 Prom
Over 400 Penncrest students attended the senior prom hosted by the Class of 2008 on
Friday, May 2. The prom is held annually at the Park-Hyatt at the Bellevue, Broad and
Walnut Streets in Philadelphia.
AM Prom
Penncrest High School AM Prom held at Springton Lake Middle School was organized by
parents of seniors and financed by the generosity of the parents and other members of
the Rose Tree Media Community. The focus of this event is to provide a safe, alcohol and
drug free event for our students.
Rotary Students of the Month
Nicole Lord (junior) and Devon Boon (senior) are the Glen Riddle Rotary Club Students of
the Month for April. They were recognized at a luncheon at Barnaby's in Aston. Elizabeth
Madara (junior) and Ryan Herz-Thyhsen (senior) are the Media Rotary Club Students of
the Month for April. They were honored at a luncheon at the Towne House in Media.
Model U.N. Club
The Model U.N. Club had its big event at the University of Pennsylvania. The World
Affairs Council of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania host a UN simulations
day simulating a session of the General Assembly, and the Security Council. Over 300
high school students attended from the tri-state area. The day is entirely student run and
each student portrays a country delegate/ambassador who debates international issues
and learns the practice of diplomacy. Each student ambassador is assigned to a
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committee which tries to pass resolutions designed to help solve the world’s problems.
Topics debated included: UN Security Council Reform, Basic Education and Gender
Inequality, Energy and Natural Gas in Latin America, and International Migration.
Ashley Kuhn’s resolution was chosen to be debated and all of our students did very well
in their assigned committees. The students that participated were Kurt Davidson, Lauren
Rankin, Zack Slavin, Andrew Barney, Dan Mills, Jackson Butter, Vikram Premakumar,
Danielle Cannon, Vicky Charles and Ashley Kuhn.
Future Business Leaders of America
Penncrest Future Business Leaders were treated to an interesting and informative trip to
the Philadelphia Navy Yard Business Campus. Representatives from the PIDC
(Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation) conducted a guided tour of the 12,000
acre site identifying current and proposed projects designed to add jobs and prestige to
the Philadelphia area. Mark Seltzer and Michael Cooper discussed the history and
future of the site. Highlights included: JFK Aircraft Carrier, 5 Dry Docks, Philadelphia
Stock Exchange data back-up center, Urban Outfitters Corporate Headquarters,
former warehouse buildings now used for movie sets and storage, state of the art "green
building" and solar energy panel project.
Athletics
The boys track team had another successful meet at the Bristol Knights of Columbus,
held at Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem. Leading the way for the Lions was Anthony Batch
who ran the fastest time in PA for 400 meters, covering the distance in 48.52 seconds.
That is also a school record, breaking the previous mark set in 1987 by Kyle Ambrose.
Anthony also finished second in the 200 meters. Also winning their events were Greg
Allison in the 3200, and John Clark in the long jump. Other award winners were Nick
Bonaventure and Pat Meyers in the 1600, Elijah Trusty and Joe Verica in the triple jump,
Matt Bundy in the high hurdles, Ryan Whiteley in the shot put, and Kyle Panzer in the
pole vault.
The boys track team made it 7 in a row with a 103-47 win at Radnor Wednesday. Jerry
Thompson won 4 events, CJ Cassey, Connor Showalter and Ryan Whiteley won two
events each, and Elijah Trusty, John Clark, and Joe Verica and Anthony Batch also won
their specialties. The Lions tuned up for their showdown with Strath Haven (the only
other undefeated team) by competing at the Great Valley relays. They went on to win
their eighth straight meet by a score of 91-59 over perennial rival Strath Haven. They
then went on to complete the season undefeated 11-0 and become won the Central
Championship.
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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:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent
From:
Ernest Werstler, Interim Business Manager
Date:
May 14, 2008
Subject:
May 13, 2008 – 8:00 PM Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill O’Donnell
Attendance: John Hanna, Peter Barry, Linda Fox, Nancy Mackrides
Also In Attendance: Dr. Denise Kerr, Anne Callahan, Ernest Werstler
_______________________________________________________________________
1.
Delaware County School District Joint Purchasing Board
Approve resolution appointing the Director of Management Services as primary
agent and the Supervisor of Business Operations as the alternate agent to the
Delaware County School District Joint Purchasing Board. The Joint Purchasing
Board does not have a resolution appointing agents to the board from several
school districts in the county and has requested districts approve a resolution
appointing same. (See Attachment)
Action: This will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Agenda.
2.
Consulting Service Agreement with Kades-Margolis Corporation for 403(b) Plan
Approve Consulting Service Agreement with Kades-Margolis Corporation for
403(b) Plan Services and with Employer Admin Services, Inc. for 403(b) program
compliance services. The two agreements will allow the firms to provide third
party administrative, compliance and related services for the district. With the
appointment of both firms there will be no charge to the district or our
employees for this service for at least the first two years.
New IRS regulations governing the 403(b) programs (tax sheltered annuity
programs) have placed more responsibility on the district for compliance of the
program with the regulations. To assist in the development of required plan
documents, provider agreements, and on-going compliance tracking, districts are
appointing third party administrators. Solicitor is reviewing agreements.
Action: Mr. William Giambrone, Jr. of Kades Margolis, presented a brief overview
of the changes resulting from the new IRS regulations and the services provided
by Kades Margolis in providing third party administrator services. Mr. Werstler
informed the board that the agreements have been reviewed by Solicitor Tom
Kelly who had some question. Answers to those questions were received late
Tuesday afternoon; Mr. Werstler will review the answers with Mr. Kelly and the
agenda item will move to the Legislative Agenda unless Mr. Kelly has additional
concerns.
3.
DCIU Board Members Appointment.
Term: July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011
Garnet Valley
William Wilkinson
Haverford Township
Philip Hopkins
Marple Newtown
Nancy Galbraith
Springfield
Donald L. Heller
William Penn
Dorothy Reed
Term: July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009
Wallingford-Swarthmore Richard Sonntag
Penn Delco
Joan Fiordimondo
Term: July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2010
Southeast Delco
Aaron Cubbage
Action: This item will be placed on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Agenda.
4.
2008-2009 School Year Budget
Discussion of 2008-2009 School Year Budget and setting of property tax mills.
Proposed Final Budget was approved at the April Board meeting. Final adoption
of budget and setting of millage rate is planned for the May Board meeting.
Action: This will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Agenda. The 2008-2009
budget will be discussed in additional detail at a special meeting on Monday, May
19, 2008.
5.
Homestead Exclusion
The district has been informed that we will receive an allocation for 2008-2009 of
$1,633,114.66 from the Commonwealth. This allocation must be used to reduce
property taxes through a homestead and farmstead exclusion. A resolution is
required establishing the exclusion amount of assessment and property tax.
While we continue to review the information provided by Delaware County as to
the number of Homesteads approved within the Rose Tree Media School District,
it would appear as if property tax exclusion will be slightly more than $200.00
per approved homestead.
Action: Mr. Werstler reviewed the homestead information.
6.
2008-2009 General Fund Budget Changes
Available Fund Balance
Updated 2007-2008 Budget Approved 04/24/2008
Revenues
70,274,902.00
2,300,000.00
72,574,902.00
Expenditures
72,574,902.00
72,574,902.00
Board Approved
73,290,771.31
73,290,771.31
April 24, 2008
(784.99)
43.00
(784.99)
43.00
(741.99)
(741.99)
73,290,029.32
73,290,029.32
Changes to Original Budget
Dual Enrollment
PC Lab Fees - Technology Education
Subtotal of Changes
Updated 2007-2008 Budget
Action: This item will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Agenda.
7.
2007-08 Tuition Rates
Final 2007-08
Elementary $12,830.41
Secondary $11,883.90
Tentative 2008-09
Elementary $13,400.00
Secondary $12,400.00
Action: This item will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Agenda.
June 21, 2006
8.
First Look at the Capital Reserve Budget for 2008-09
(See Attachment)
Action: Mr. Werstler reviewed the Capital Reserve Budget for 2008-2009. He
noted the transfer amount from the General Fund has been reduced to
$850,000.00. He reviewed the expenditures especially the planned vehicles to be
bid by transportation and security improvements planned at the Transportation
building. This item will move to the Legislative Agenda.
9.
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 08 – 162
FROM:
AMOUNT:
TO:
Fund 10 General Fund
Regular Instruction – Supplies
$1,000
Regular Instruction – Travel
AMOUNT: $1,000
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to reimburse mileage for administrators at
Penncrest.
FY 08 – 165
FROM:
AMOUNT:
TO:
Fund 10 General Fund
Regular Instruction – Supplies
$4,500
Library Services – Books and Subscriptions
AMOUNT: $4,500
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to purchase books for the Library at Media
Elementary School.
FY 08 – 167 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$1,200
TO:
Instruction and Curriculum – Books and Subscriptions
AMOUNT:
$1,200
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to purchase additional books for the book
room at Media Elementary School.
FY 08 – 168
FROM:
AMOUNT:
TO:
AMOUNT:
RATIONALE:
Fund 10 General Fund
Regular Instruction – Supplies
$3,200
Instructional Technology – Equipment
$3,200
Transfer needed to purchase two Smartboards at Media
Elementary School.
FY 08 – 169 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$1,000
TO:
Regular Instruction – Travel
AMOUNT:
$1,000
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to cover travel expenses for administrators
and staff at Springton Lake.
Action: Discussion on the reasons for budget transfers at this late date of the
school. This item will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Agenda.
The next Finance Committee meeting will be held on June 10, 2008 at 8:00 p.m.
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:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent
From:
Ernie Werstler – Interim Business Manager
Date:
May 14, 2008
Subject:
May 13, 2008 - 9:00 PM - Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill Montgomery
Attendance: Bill Montgomery, Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Jeff Pettit, John Hanna,
Peter Barry
Also in Attendance: Dr. Denise Kerr, Ernest Werstler, Ron Baldino, Denis Cini,
Meg Barney
__________________________________________________________________
1.
PDE Form 3074 Non Reimbursable Project Media Elementary & Rose Tree
Elementary
Approve PDE form 3074 Non Reimbursable projects for Masonry Restoration
at Media Elementary and EIFS repair at Rose Tree Elementary.
(Attachments)
Action: This item will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Meeting Agenda.
2.
Springton Lake Middle School Project
a. Schedule for PLANCON Approvals
b. Owners Controlled Insurance
c. Education Center Plans
Action: Mr. Cini provided an update of the PLANCON schedule noting that
the district should receive PART A and PART B approval this month. PLANCON
Part D and E will be submitted for board approval in June with bid opening still
scheduled for the Fall of 2008. Mr. Werstler briefly reviewed Owners Controlled
Insurance noting this will save the district some money. A final decision on
this will need to be made prior to the specifications being released for bidding.
Mr. Montgomery noted that a decision does need to be made if the land
development work now being done should include the entire site, not just the
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areas where the construction will occur. In light of water run off concerns, it
may be best to deal with the entire site, even if the Education Center does not
relocate. Discussion occurred concerning the possible sale of this location and
building at Springton Lake. Administration will develop a list of items to be
done if we remain at this location.
3.
Glenwood Elementary Renovations
A bid opening was held on May 13, 2008, in the Education Center Board Room.
Construction contract award will be recommended at the May 29, 2008,
Legislative meeting.
Action: Mr. Cini noted that the bids were opened this afternoon and the review
of the low bids was just beginning. The board will be informed if any of the
low bids are found not to be qualified. The bid award to the lowest responsible
bidder will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Meeting Agenda.
4.
Change Order
Recommendation for approval of the Transportation Building Project Final
Change Order for S.B. Conrad in the amount of $7,237.81. (See Attachment)
Action: This item will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Meeting Agenda
5.
Development and Storm Water Management Agreements with Middletown
Township for the Smedley Tract Complex
Approval of Development Agreement and Storm Water Management
Agreement with Middletown Township for the Smedley Tract Complex
Action: This item will be on the May 29, 2008 Legislative Meeting Agenda
6.
Louis W. Scott Field
Action: Discussion of Louis W. Scott Field for inclusion in 2009 Capital
Projects. This item is being held until the June operations committee meeting at
which time the administration expects a quote from Architerra, PC for the entire
project. There was discussion about getting fund raising for the project to help
offset the cost expected.
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7.
2008 Capital Improvement Projects
Dennis Cini will report on the status of 2008 Capital Improvement Projects.
(Attachment)
Action: Mr. Cini provided an update of the various projects. At this time all
projects within their respective schedule and budget. Mr. Cini noted he
received late today the quote for the masonry repair Phase II at the Media
Elementary Center. The work will be done using the state contract (PAEJPC)
and he would like to go ahead with the award this month. Mr. Werstler noted it
would need to be approved by the board as a state contract award and will be
on the Legislative agenda. The board members will be emailed the cost of the
repair prior to the meeting.
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on June 10, 2008, 9:00 PM.
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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:
May 19, 2008
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – May 13, 2008
Board Members in attendance: N. Mackrides, J. Hanna, P. Barry, L. Fox
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, D. Kerr,
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The Committee reviewed the items to be presented for approval at the
legislative meeting of the Board of School Directors on May 29, 2008
II.
Executive Session
An executive session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held at 7 PM, June 10, 2008,
in the Board Room at the Education Center.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6028
Fax 610.565-5317
www.rtmsd.org
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent
From:
Valerie Burnett
Date:
May 15 , 2008
Subject:
May 6, 2008 Pupil Services Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. John Hanna
Valerie L. Burnett
Director of Pupil Services
Board members in attendance: Pete Barry, Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna, Jeff Pettit
Others in attendance: Dr. Kerr, Valerie Burnett, Pat Barta, Sandy Shacklady-White
Eleanor DiMarino, Meg Barney
Educational Resource Center Update
Dr. DiMarino provided an update on the first year of operation of the Educational
Resource center. Although the location at the Granite Run Mall was not completed as
anticipated, the school was housed this year in the technology training lab at the
Education Center. The school maintained full enrollment of 20 students, with 7 senior, 8
juniors, 3 sophomores and 2 freshmen.
Of the se 20 students, 2 students dropped back in, 6 students returned from out of
district placements, and 3 students attended which prevented out of district placement.
Thirteen of these students had chronic attendance problems and 3 had been out of
school for more than a year. The financial impact the 6 students who returned and the 3
who were not placed in out of district programs saved the district more than $200,000 in
tuition costs.
At the mid point of the school year the 34 credits had been earned by 17 students, with
an additional 49 academic credits and 9 work study and advisory credits projected to be
completed by the end of the school year.
The students have participated in community service at the Minshall House and are
currently working on a food drive for Philabundance. The anticipated completion date of
June 15 at the Granite Run location will permit us to open the school year ready to
serve 40 students. Our grand opening is slated for September 18, 2008.
Overnight Trips
Penncrest Envirothon Competition to Penn State
May 19- May 21, 2008
The Penncrest Envirothon team will compete at the State Envirothon Competition May
19, 2008 to May 21, 2008 at the Penn State Main Campus based on performance at the
County Competition April 29th. The cost to the district is $1,500.
ACTION: Approval for the trip will be on the May legislative agenda.
Smithsonian Student Travel Program to Washington D.C.
January 18-22, 2009
As part of the Smithsonian Student Travel Program, 49 students will go to Washington
DC January 18, 2009 to January 22, 2009 for hands-on learning about our national
government during inauguration week. The cost to the district is $450.
ACTION: Approval for the trip will be on the May legislative agenda.
Contracts
Training Agreement SNAP Software for Nurses
Onsite Training by Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. of the SNAP Health Center
software used by our school nurses will cost $2,049.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
PTS, inc. Contracted Speech Therapy 08-09
The contract with Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is for one Speech and
Language Therapist for three days a week during the school year. This position will be
funded by IDEA funds and is projected to cost $20,800.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
DCIU Special Education Funding 08-09
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) maintains and operates programs of
special education services which we can refer and place students with special needs.
The cost to the district will be $1,150,332.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
Tuition Agreement Concept School
A student is being educated at the Concept School. The tuition agreement is for
$23,100 to cover tuition for 2007-2008, 2008-2009 and attorney fees.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
Elwyn Summer Therapeutic Camp
Three students identified with special needs require extended school year. The cost of
the program is $3,060 per child from June 30, 2008 to August 15, 2008. The total cost
will be $9,180.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
HMS School Extended School Year
A student identified with special needs requires extended school year. The program
runs from June 30 to July 24, 2008. The cost of the program is $6,902.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
Green Tree School District Extended School Year
A student identified with special needs requires extended school year. The program
runs from July 7, 2008 to August 8, 2008. The cost of the program is $5,600.
ACTION: Approval for the contract will be on the May legislative agenda.
The next meeting of the Pupil Services Committee will be June 3, 2008 at 7:45 P.M.
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:
May 9, 2008
RE:
May 6, 2008, Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Jeff Pettit
Board Members in Attendance: Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna, Nancy Mackrides, Jeff
Pettit
Also in Attendance: Meg Barney, Lauren DiProsperous (parent), Angela Gilbert,
Denise Kerr, Tricia O’Loughlin, Claire McGeehan, Erin Scheivert, Kim Schultz (parent),
Steve Taylor
Presentation of elementary mathematics program, Math Investigations
Dr. Gilbert, along with teachers and parents, presented an overview of the new math
program recommended for use in the elementary schools during the 2008-2009 school
year. Math Investigations, a product of Pearson Learning, is a rigorous program that
features in-depth content delivered through a number of curriculum units. This
recommendation was the result of a year long process conducted by Dr. Gilbert and a
Math Review Committee consisting of teachers, administrators and parents. Five
representatives from the committee - teachers Tricia O’Loughlin, Erin Scheivert and
Claire McGeehan, along with two parents, Kim Schultz and Lauren DiProsperous presented an overview of the review process, a description of the program and examples
of the learning tasks for students. Board members engaged in the game “Close to 100”
in order to experience first hand one of the activities used to teach math concepts
through hands on experiences.
Investigations utilizes a constructivist approach to learning with an emphasis on problem
solving, critical thinking and real world application. Extensive professional development
has been planned to ensure a smooth implementation of the program in the fall. Parents
will also receive information and training to keep them informed and help them learn
about Investigations along with their children.
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
Patti Linden
Director of Technology
and Information Science
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Patti Linden
Date:
May 9, 2008
Subject:
Technology Committee Meeting Minutes for May 6, 2008
Chairperson: Mrs. Linda Fox
Board Members in attendance: Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, John Hanna, Nancy
Fronduti
Also in attendance: Denise Kerr, Patti Linden, Kim McCann-Roller, Ron Harris, Mack
Johnson, Meg Barney
1.
Results of Performance Audit Report
Mack Johnson and Patti Linden discussed the results of an IT Performance Audit
Report that the State inadvertently left out of the original Audit exit interview with
the Board. The report involved an “Observation” of “Unmonitored Vendor System
Access and Logical Access Control Weaknesses.” In summary, the audit report
found weaknesses in our vendor access to the district’s Student Information
System. Sungard Pentamation hosts this system, and tech support employees of
Pentamation have access to our system. What is considered to be a risk to
unauthorized changes to our data, the recommendations included generation of
monitoring reports, requirement of the vendor to sign our Acceptable Use Policy,
assignment of unique usernames and passwords to all Pentamation employees,
limiting vendor access, establishing separate IT policies and procedures,
provisions for accountability, and district documentation for system parameter
settings. The district has now been advised that this report will be included in the
Auditor General’s press release, and the Board of Directors can request another
exit interview for this report. Each recommendation in the report can and will be
addressed, and the Technology Department will research the best method for
responding at this point and include a letter from the Superintendent with the
response.
2.
Capital Fund Expenditures for 2008-2009
The Technology Department reviewed with the Board the projections for hardware
replacements and expenditures for both Fund 10 and Fund 22 for the 2008-2009
school year. Many questions were posed and answered. Projections included
$3,000 for additional security cameras, if needed, at Penncrest. Board Members
present requested that no additional cameras be purchased until a full presentation
is made at a future Operations Committee on the success and the need of
additional security cameras. Board Members questioned the need for a proposed
purchase of iMAC computers for Springton Lake Middle School. Following the
discussion, this line item will now be removed from the final expenditure list.
Next meeting: Tuesday, June 3, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in the Education Center Board
Room
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
Alicia
Murphy,
Elementary
Teacher,
Media
Elementary, resignation, effective June 30, 2008.
2.
Sara Vaccaro, Music Teacher, Media Elementary,
resignation, effective June 30, 2008.
3.
Leslie Trimble, Science Teacher, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective June 30, 2008.
4.
Alexander Tsipras, 8th Grade Math Teacher,
Springton Lake Middle School, resignation,
effective July 31, 2008.
5.
Christine Price, Math Teacher, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective August 22, 2008.
Non-Instructional
1.
Linda Govannicci, Cafeteria Worker, resignation
effective April 11, 2008.
2.
Christina Rivera, Secretary V,
resignation effective May 30, 2008.
3.
Gemma Deady, Support Staff I, Media Elementary,
retirement effective June 18, 2008.
4.
James McConnell, Bus Driver, retirement effective
June 18, 2008.
5.
Suzanne Hoppus, Cafeteria Worker, resignation
effective May 21, 2008.
6.
Cyril Chick, Custodian, Maintenance and
Operations, resignation effective May 20, 2008.
7.
Jan Domingos, Math Associate, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective June 20, 2008.
Pupil
Services,
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Todd Brown, Homebound Instructor for the 20072008 school year at the rate of $42.50 per hour.
2.
Craig Casner, Summer Scheduler for the 2008-2009
school year at the annual salary of $4,000.
3.
Sarah Graham, Summer Scheduler for the 2008-2009
school year at the annual salary of $4,000.
4.
Recommend the Board approve the following
personnel to serve as Summer School Instructors
effective June 26, 2008:
Angel Barry
Tiffany Bendistis
Marie Carter
Barbara Cicalese
Patricia Fairchild
Anthony Grisillo
William Harmon
Robin Heckman
David Matthews
Lisa McCarthy
Matthew Moore
Sharon Prior
Jody Ruckle
Sharon Williams
5.
$ 800.00
$2,200.00
$2,000.00
$1,760.00
$1,200.00
$1,920.00
$2,000.00
$ 800.00
$ 960.00
$2,200.00
$1,320.00
$ 880.00
$ 480.00
$1,600.00
Dora Mead, Homebound Instructor, effective May
5, 2008 at the rate of $42.50 per hour.
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations - continued
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Recommend the Board approve the following
personnel to serve as Substitute Maintenance
Workers at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
D. Akley
M. Bacon
J. Cocola
N. Cresta
R. Graham
K. Grossi
C. Hall
M. Jones, Jr
I. Jordan
Eff. Date
6/23/08
5/12/08
5/12/08
9/1/08
9/1/08
5/12/08
6/23/08
6/1/08
5/27/08
C. McCormick
W. McMenamin
C. Owen*
W. Preddy
C. Riley
D. Rocha*
N. Scherer
M. Worrell
B. Kenney*
Eff. Date
6/1/08
6/23/08
7/1/08
9/1/08
6/1/08
6/1/08
5/12/08
5/12/08
6/23/08
*Being hired pending completion of pre-employment paperwork
2.
Recommend the Board approve the following
personnel to serve as Substitute Summer Custodians
effective June 23, 2008 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
L. Blake
E. Ettien
M. Grasty
H. Hall
C. Lejman
A. Pedrick
K. Simpson
E. Stevenson
D. Swantek
D. King
3.
Patricia Kelly, Secretary I, effective April 23, 2008 at
the annual salary of $28,507. Ms. Kelly is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Joan King
who was reassigned. NOTE: Ms. Kelly is being hired
pending
completion
of
her
pre-employment
paperwork.
4.
Carol McGee, Cafeteria Worker, effective April 29,
2008 at the rate of $10.00 per hour. Ms. McGee is
assigned to Penncrest High School. NOTE: Ms.
McGee is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations - continued
b.
3.
Non-Instructional
5.
Mary Grasty, Food Service Worker will be serving
as a substitute custodian at Indian Lane as
needed at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
6.
Linda Buckler, Substitute Secretary, effective May
29, 2008 at the rate of $16.63 per hour.
General
a.
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Candace Krautzel requests an extension of her
unpaid leave of absence effective July 1, 2008
through January 23, 2009.
2.
Kristine Acker requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence effective July 1, 2008 through
January 23, 2009.
3.
Mackenzie Omlor requests an extension of her unpaid
leave of absence effective July 1, 2008 through June
30, 2009.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
c.
Matthew Moore, Chess Club Sponsor, Rose Tree
Elementary, effective March 25, 2008 through May 6,
2008 at the annual salary of $134.
Other
1.
Recommend the Board approve the contract between
Substitute Teacher Service and Rose Tree Media
School District to provide substitute teachers effective
September 1, 2008 through June 30, 2010, at the
following rates: See Attachment A.
1-20 days
$ 75.00/day to substitute
$102.38/day district cost
21st day
$ 85.00/day to substitute
$116.03/day district cost
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
4.
General - continued
c.
B.
Other
2.
Recommend the Board approve the Administrators
and Supervisors I Handbook on Compensation and
Related Benefits School Board Policy No. 328,
effective July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011. See
Attachment B.
3.
Recommend the Board approve the Handbook for
Administrative Assistants and Confidential
Secretaries effective July 1, 2008 through June 30,
2012. See Attachment C.
4.
Recommend the Board approve the agreement
between Rose Tree Media School District and
Peggy A. Levesque, t/a Reaching Beyond to
provide student relation services at Springton
Lake Middle School for the 2008-2009 school year
at the rate of $59.55 per hour not to exceed
$42,876. See Attachment D.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Envirothon to Penn State Main Campus
Resolve, the Board approve the Penncrest Envirothon overnight trip
to Penn State Main Campus.
Background
The Penncrest Envirothon team will compete at the State
Envirothon Competition May 19, 2008 to May 21, 2008 at the Penn
Sate Main Campus based on performance at the County
Competition April 29th. The cost to the district is $1,500. This item
was discussed at the May 2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips - continued
2.
Penncrest High School - Smithsonian Student Travel Program to
Washington, DC.
Resolve, that the Board approve the Smithsonian Student Travel
Program overnight trip to Washington DC.
Background
As part of the Smithsonian Student Travel Program, 49 students
will go to Washington DC January 18, 2009 to January 22, 2009 for
hands-on learning about our national government during
inauguration week. The cost to the district is $450. This item was
discussed at the May 2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
ADDENDUM
IX.
New Business
C.
Addendum
1.
Grievance Adjudication
Resolve, that the Rose Tree Media School District Board of
Directors hereby approves and adopts the Step 4 Grievance
Hearing Decision issued by a Special Hearing Committee of
the School Board as to the Grievance filed so that the
Grievance is denied.
2.
Student Expulsion
Resolve, that the Waiver of Formal Due process Expulsion
Hearing executed by the parents of student, #20928, be
approved and adopted and that the student be permanently
expelled from the Rose Tree Media School District in
accordance with the Waiver.
APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Bid Awards
Recommend the following bids be awarded in the categories
listed, such recommendation being the lowest bid received from a
responsible bidder, kind, quality and materials having been
considered.
Glenwood Elementary Renovations
a. General Construction
b. Electrical Construction
c. Plumbing Construction
d. HVAC Construction
Budget $675,000.00
L. J. Paolella, Inc.
AQM, Inc.
R L Bondurant
DWD Mechanical
Total Bid Award
Bid Amount
$282,500.00
$ 77,435.00
$ 61,000.00
$216,805.00
$637,740.00
Background
A Bid Opening was held on May 13, 2008 in the Education Center
Board Room. This was discussed at the May 13, 2008 Operations
Committee Meeting.
2.
Correction of Bid Award
Resolve, that the Board approve the correction of Bid Award Item
X. A. 1. c. - Ventilation System Upgrades and HVAC for
Gymnasium/Computer Rooms - Penncrest High School on the April
24, 2008 Legislative Agenda. Item awarded was to Cook’s Service
Company, Base Bid $892,000, Alternate No. 2 accepted for
($675,800), Total Bid Award $216,200. Award should be to Cook’s
Service Company, Base Bid $892,200, Alternate No. 2 accepted
($675,800), Total Bid award $216,400.
Background
Bid tabulation attached in April had an incorrect amount for the
Base Bid. Original bid document has $216,400. Cook remains
lowest responsible bidder with correction.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Delaware County School District Joint Purchasing Board
Resolve, that the Board approve a resolution appointing the
Director of Management Services as primary agent and the
Supervisor of Business Operations as the alternate agent to
the Delaware County School District Joint Purchasing Board.
Background
The Joint Purchasing Board does not have a resolution appointing
agents to the board from several school districts in the county and
has requested districts approve a resolution appointing same. This
was discussed at the May 13, 2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
2.
Contract for Test Borings and Geotechnical Report – Springton
Lake Middle School
Resolve, that the Board approve the proposal from Earth
Engineering Incorporated, in the amount of $16,830.00.
Background
Bonnett Associates Inc. requested proposals from three
Geotechnical Engineering firms for work needed to continue
structural foundation and site drainage designs at Springton Lake
Middle School. Bonnett recommends award to Earth Engineering,
Inc., based on their lower costs.
3.
Consulting Service Agreement with Kades-Margolis Corporation for
403(b) Plan
Resolve, that the Board appoint Kades-Margolis Corporation,
Employer Plans Department, to provide consulting and third party
administrator services for 403(b) compliance at no cost to the
District for the 2008-2009 and 2009-2010 school years.
Background
New IRS regulations governing the 403(b) programs (tax sheltered
annuity programs) have placed more responsibility on the district
for compliance of the program with the regulations. To assist in the
development of required plan documents, provider agreements,
and on-going compliance tracking, districts are appointing third
party administrators. This was discussed at the May 13, 2008
Finance Committee Meeting.
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APPENDIX X
4.
DCIU Board Members Appointment
Resolve, that the Board approve the following individuals to serve
as members of the Delaware County Intermediate Unit Board of
Directors.
Term: July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2011
Garnet Valley
William Wilkinson
Haverford Township
Philip Hopkins
Marple Newtown
Nancy Galbraith
Springfield
Donald L. Heller
William Penn
Dorothy Reed
Term: July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009
Wallingford-Swarthmore Richard Sonntag
Penn Delco
Kathleen Ieradi
Term: July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2010
Southeast Delco
Aaron Cubbage
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Finance Committee
Meeting.
5.
2007-08 Tuition Rates and Estimated 2008-2009 Tuition Rates
Resolve, that the Board approve the following Tuition Rates:
Final 2007-08
Elementary $12,830.41
Secondary $11,883.90
Estimated 2008-09
Elementary $13,400.00
Secondary $12,400.00
Background
The tuition rates for fiscal year ending June 30, 2008 are based on
the School District’s Annual Financial Report and Child Accounting
Attendance Reports, submitted by the District for the preceding
school year which ended June 30, 2007. The tuition rates have
been calculated in accordance with the provisions of Section 2561
of the PA Public School Code of 1949, as amended. This was
discussed at the May 13, 2008, Finance Committee Meeting.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
6.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…
(Public School code section 609) when funds are not available for
proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of
expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of
the fiscal year by the board.
Resolve, that the Board approve the following budgetary transfers:
FY 08 – 162 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$1,000
TO:
Regular Instruction – Travel
AMOUNT:
$1,000
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to reimburse mileage for
administrators at Penncrest.
FY 08 – 165 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$4,500
TO:
Library Services – Books and Subscriptions
AMOUNT:
$4,500
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to purchase books for the Library at
Media Elementary School.
FY 08 – 167 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$1,200
TO:
Instruction and Curriculum – Books and Subscriptions
AMOUNT:
$1,200
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to purchase additional books for the
book room at Media Elementary School.
FY 08 – 168 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$3,200
TO:
Instructional Technology – Equipment
AMOUNT:
$3,200
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to purchase two Smartboards at
Media Elementary School.
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FY 08 – 169 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Regular Instruction – Supplies
AMOUNT:
$1,000
TO:
Regular Instruction – Travel
AMOUNT:
$1,000
RATIONALE:
Transfer needed to cover travel expenses for
administrators and staff at Springton Lake.
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Finance Committee
Meeting.
7.
2007-2008 General Fund Budget Changes
Resolve, that the Board approve the following General Fund
Budget changes:
Available Fund Balance
Updated 2007-2008 Budget Approved
04/24/2008
Revenues
Expenditures
Board Approved
70,274,902.00
2,300,000.00
72,574,902.00
-
72,574,902.00
72,574,902.00
June 21, 2006
73,290,771.31
73,290,771.31
April 24, 2008
(784.99)
43.00
(784.99)
43.00
(741.99)
(741.99)
73,290,029.32
73,290,029.32
Changes to Original Budget
Dual Enrollment
PC Lab Fees - Technology Education
Subtotal of Changes
Updated 2007-2008 Budget
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Finance Committee
Meeting.
8.
PDE Form 3074 Non Reimbursable Project Media Elementary &
Rose Tree Elementary
Resolve, that the Board approve PDE form 3074 Non
Reimbursable projects for Masonry Restoration at Media
Elementary and EIFS repair at Rose Tree Elementary.
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Finance Committee
Meeting.
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APPENDIX X
9.
Change Orders
Change orders are acted upon in accordance with Resolution 1997
98 - 124, as approved by the School Board of Directors on April 23,
1998.
Recommendation for approval of the Transportation Building
Project - Final Change Order for S.B. Conrad in the amount of
$7,237.81.
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Operations Committee
Meeting.
10.
Development and Storm Water Management Agreements with
Middletown Township for the Smedley Tract Complex
Resolve, that the Board approve the Development Agreement and
Storm Water Management Agreement with Middletown Township
for the Smedley Tract Complex.
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Operations Committee
Meeting.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
11.
Professional Software for Nurses
Resolve, that the Board approve the training agreement with
Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. in the amount of $2,049.
Background
Onsite Training by Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. of the
SNAP Health Center software used by our school nurses will cost
$2,049. This item was discussed at the May 2008 Pupil Services
Committee Meeting.
12.
Pediatric Therapeutic Services
Resolve, that the Board approve the contract with Pediatric
Therapeutic Services (PTS) in the amount of $20,800.
Background
The contract with Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is for one
Speech and Language Therapist for three days a week during the
school year. This position will be funded by IDEA funds and is
projected to cost $20,800. This item was discussed at the May
2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
13.
DCIU Special Education Services 2008-09
Resolve, that the Board approve the contract with the Delaware
County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) for Special Education Services for
the 2008-09 School Year, in the amount of $1,150,332.
Background
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) maintains and
operates programs of special education services which we can
refer and place students with special needs. The cost to the district
will be $1,150,332. This item was discussed at the May 2008 Pupil
Services Committee Meeting.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
14.
Concept School Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve the tuition agreement for the
Concept School in the amount of $23,100.
Background
A student is being educated at the Concept School. The tuition
agreement is for $23,100 to cover tuition for 2007-2008, 2008-2009
and attorney fees. This item was discussed at the May 2008 Pupil
Services Committee Meeting.
15.
Elwyn, Inc. Agreement Extended School Year
Resolve, that the Board approve the agreement with Elwyn Inc. in
the amount of $9,180.
Background
Three students identified with special needs require extended
school year. The cost of the program is $3,060 per child from June
30, 2008 to August 15, 2008. The total cost will be $9,180. This
item was discussed at the May 2008 Pupil Services Committee
Meeting.
16.
HMS School Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve the agreement with HMS School
in the amount of $6,902.
Background
A student identified with special needs requires extended school
year. The program runs from June 30 to July 24, 2008. The cost of
the program is $6,902. This item was discussed at the May 2008
Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
17.
Green Tree School Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve the agreement with the Green
Tree School in the amount of $5,600.
Background
A student identified with special needs requires extended school
year. The program runs from July 7, 2008 to August 8, 2008. The
cost of the program is $5,600. This item was discussed at the May
2008 Pupil Services Committee Meeting.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
18.
2008-2009 General Fund Budget
Resolve, that the Board approve the 2008-2009 General Fund
Budget in the amount of $76,091,814.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of School Directors of
the Rose Tree Media School District, Delaware County,
Pennsylvania, hereby authorize the appropriation and expenditure
of funds as itemized in said budget during the fiscal year beginning
July 1, 2008.
The necessary revenue for the same shall be provided by 1/2 of 1%
real estate transfer tax and a $5 per capita tax under both the
Public School Code of 1949 and by the Local Tax Enabling Act and
a $10 Lease Services Tax, all levied and assessed for the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 2008, and by a school tax on real estate
which is hereby levied and assessed at the rate of .210977 mills on
the dollar on the total amount of the assessed valuation on all
property taxable for school purposes in the Rose Tree Media
School District, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, or at the rate of
21.0977 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation of taxable property.
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008, Finance Committee
Meeting.
Budget
2007-2008
Expenditures
Instructional
1000
Support Services
2000
23,048,958
24,523,599
Operation, Non-Instructional
Services
3000
1,194,737
1,173,964
Facilities Services
4000
117,950
128,426
Other Financing Services
5000
8,562,227
9,758,222
Totals
9
$
$
39,651,030
Final
Budget 2008-2009
72,574,902
$
$
40,507,603
76,091,814
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Budget
2007-2008
Revenues
Local
6000
State
7000
8,563,385
10,463,461
Federal
8000
244,856
327,873
Sub Totals
$
$
70,274,902
$
$
$
72,574,902
63,163,369
73,954,703
2,137,111
2,300,000
Fund Balance
Totals
61,466,661
Final
Budget 2008-2009
$
76,091,814
Background
This was discussed at the May 13, 2008 Finance Committee Meeting.
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Administrators and Supervisors I
Handbook
on Compensation and Related Benefits
School Board Policy No. 328
Approved by the Board
of School Directors
May 29, 2008
For the period
July 1, 2008 through
June 30, 2011
ADMINISTRATORS AND SUPERVISORS I
HANDBOOK
ON COMPENSATION AND RELATED BENEFITS
I.
RECOGNITION
For the purpose of discussing compensation and related benefits, the Board
recognizes the Rose Tree Media Association of Administrators and Supervisors
(ADSUP I) as the representative for the Directors of Teaching and Learning,
Principals, Assistant Principals, Director of Pupil Services, Director of Technology
and Information Science, Supervisor of Special Education, Research and
Development Specialists, Data Analysis Specialist, Network Specialist, Information
Systems Specialist, School Psychologists, Athletic Director, Accountant, Supervisor
of Business Operations, Community Relations Specialist, Transportation Director,
District Engineer, Management Systems Administrator, Home and School Visitor,
Psychologists and Occupational Therapists. This group will in this document and
here and after be referred to as ADSUP I.
II.
ADJUSTMENT AND EQUALIZATION OF ADSUP I - RTMEA BENEFITS
At minimum, equivalent benefits granted to the teachers association will, at the same
time, be granted to the members of ADSUP. A committee of ADSUP I members will
meet with the School Board and the Superintendent to discuss benefits granted to
the teachers' association which are not available to ADSUP members in this policy.
III.
ANNUAL LEAVE (TWELVE-MONTH EMPLOYEES)
A.
Each ADSUP I member completing one year of service will earn twenty-three
(23) vacation days paid vacation per year to be accrued monthly at the rate of
1.9167 days per month. One additional vacation day will be granted for each
five years of administrative service in Rose Tree Media School District, to a
maximum of twenty-five (25) days. Newly hired administrators will be granted
fourteen (14) days in the first year.
B.
In case of resignation or retirement, an individual will be compensated at
his/her per diem rate for unused, accumulated annual leave, not to exceed
twenty (20) work days.
C.
During the winter recess/and spring vacation when school is not in session,
individuals on a twelve-month contract are expected to be on duty. However,
the Board recognizes the integrity and good judgment of its executives in
interpreting their own work schedule for these days. If leave is desired during
these time periods, individuals are free to take annual leave if there is not
pressing business.
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III.
ANNUAL LEAVE (TWELVE-MONTH EMPLOYEES), continued
D.
IV.
Employee may carry over a maximum of 30 days to a new school
year. Employees must use at least eleven (11) vacation days each year.
Employee may then request to be paid for a maximum of five (5) unused
vacation days at per diem rate if he/she is over the maximum of 30 days at the
end of the school year (June 30th).
SICK LEAVE
Members shall accumulate twelve (12) sick leave days at the rate of one per working
month. The concept of a Sick Leave Bank will be developed and jointly agreed upon
by the Board and ADSUP I.
V.
SICK LEAVE BUY-BACK
The employee must have completed ten (10) years of continuous employment with
the Rose Tree Media School District as a permanent member of the staff or have a
mutually agreed upon alternative between the board, superintendent and ADSUP I
employee to be eligible for this benefit.
The Board will pay the employee upon termination of his/her employment with the
Rose Tree Media School District for the duration of the contract as follows:
days 1-100
days 101-150
days 151-250
Beyond 250
VI.
2008-2011
$60 per day
$70 per day
$75 per day
$80 per day
SICK LEAVE BANK
If the Rose Tree Media Education Association establishes a sick leave bank, the
ADSUP I group will be allowed to establish one also.
VII.
PERSONAL AND EMERGENCY LEAVE
Individuals will be allowed five (5) days per year for emergencies and personal
business which must be conducted during school hours. Such paid absences may
be designated as confidential, and will be granted after prior written approval of the
immediate supervisor. Any unused personal days will be converted to sick leave on
July 1 of each fiscal year.
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VIII.
UNPAID LEAVE OF ABSENCE
An unpaid leave of absence may be granted for a specific period of time during which
the employee provides no service to the district, receives no salary or benefits, yet is
retained as a district employee. Except as otherwise provided, leave commencement
and termination dates shall be the first and third quarters to coincide with the end of
marking periods.
The Superintendent shall make recommendations to the Board, which shall consider
each case individually. The sole consideration in granting such leave shall be the
welfare of the students and the availability of suitable replacements.
IX.
PROFESSIONAL DUES
Subject to the Superintendent’s approval throughout the duration of this agreement,
each member shall receive a $750 allocation for memberships in professional
associations each year.
Receipt of payment of dues will be made available upon request.
X.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
A.
Tuition reimbursement for course work will be paid for by the Board contingent
upon the Superintendent’s written approval of the course and institution.
B.
The Board will reimburse the cost of tuition up to $7,500 per individual for
courses that are approved by the Superintendent as directly beneficial to the
individual and the school district. A maximum of $35,000 will be available.
C.
Fund Allocation
Summer I and Summer II
2008-2011
$11,667
D.
Spring
$11,666
Process for submission of course requests
1.
D.
Fall
$11,667
All ADSUP I members must file a formal request for tuition
reimbursement prior to the start of each academic semester.
Process for submission of course requests
2.
Course requests deadlines:
Fall semester:
Spring semester:
Summer I and II:
by August 15th
by January 1st
by May 1st
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X.
XI.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, continued
3.
Course requests for that academic semester will be equally distributed
among all ADSUP I members using each individual’s first course
request. For individuals requesting additional credits for the same
academic semester, any remaining funds will be equally distributed.
4.
Any remaining balance will be forwarded to the next academic
semester.
AUTOMOBILE REIMBURSEMENT
Individuals using their own automobiles in pursuance of school duties will be
reimbursed at the rate allowed by the US Internal Revenue Service.
XII.
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
At the Superintendent's discretion, the School Board Solicitor will be made available
to individuals sued for performance within the jurisdiction of their assignments.
XIII.
NOTIFICATION OF ELIMINATION OF POSITION
Every effort will be made to provide written notification of one year in instances in
which an ADSUP I position is to be eliminated.
XIV.
HOLIDAY AND SUMMER WORKSHOP ATTENDANCE
Ten-month members of ADSUP I whose attendance is mandatory during July and
August will be paid at their per diem rate.
XV.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
A.
Health and Hospitalization
1.
Flex Benefits
The board and members of the administrative team will work together to
review a mutually agreed upon flex benefit plan. Funds will be
allocated to each administrator to purchase annual benefits through the
flex benefit plan or continue with No. 2 as outlined below.
2.
Contribution to Benefits/Medical Insurance
ADSUP I members shall contribute the following percentages of the
applicable premium cost by payroll deduction.
2008-2009
9%
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XV.
INSURANCE BENEFITS, continued
Coverage: Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice Option 10/20/70
or equivalent. The Board has the right to select the insurance carrier.
Should the ADSUP I member choose a more expensive available plan,
the member must pay the difference between the applicable premium
for Personal Choice 10/20/70 and the plan chosen.
The foregoing medical benefits enumerated above shall, for the
remaining years of this agreement, be the same as those benefits
afforded members of the Rose Tree Media Education Association,
including the same contributions for those benefits as may apply
to the members of that Association.
3.
Withdrawal Bonus
Each employee who chooses not to elect health and hospital coverage
with Rose Tree Media School District shall receive monthly payments
equal to single employee contribution rates. If the employee chooses to
reenter the plan, the first reentry shall be at no cost to the employee.
Any subsequent reentry shall cost the employee 25% per month of the
contribution rate for one year.
4.
5.
Dental
a.
Contributions:
Board shall contribute one hundred percent (100%) of the
premium for the individual or family plan coverage.
b.
Coverage:
Basic Delta Dental plan or equivalent. The Board has the
right to select the insurance carrier.
Dental Supplemental - Oral Surgery
a.
Contributions:
Board shall contribute one hundred percent (100%) of the
premium for the individual or family plan coverage.
b.
Coverage:
Oral Surgery (100% UCR )
Prosthetics ( 50% UCR)
Periodontics (50% UCR)
Delta Dental Oral Surgery Plan or equivalent
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XV.
INSURANCE BENEFITS, continued
6.
7.
8.
Dental Supplemental - Orthodontics
a.
Contributions:
The Board shall contribute one hundred percent (100%) of
the individual or family plan coverage.
b.
Coverage:
Delta Dental Orthodontics Plan or equivalent. The Board has the
right to select the insurance carrier. Effective July 1, 2004, the
maximum lifetime orthodontic benefit will be $1,600.
Vision
a.
Contribution:
The Board shall contribute one hundred percent (100%) of the
premium for family plan coverage per month toward the
employee's subscription.
b.
Coverage:
Eye examination and refraction service. Vision Benefits of
America Plan or equivalent. The Board has the right to select
the insurance carrier.
Prescription Plan
a.
Contribution:
ADSUP I members shall contribute the following
percentages toward the premium for prescription coverage:
2008 -2009: 9%
The foregoing medical benefits enumerated above shall, for
the remaining years of this agreement, be the same as those
benefits afforded members of the Rose Tree Media
Education Association, including the same contributions for
those benefits as may apply to the members of that
Association.
b.
Coverage:
The Board has the right to select the insurance carrier.
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XV.
INSURANCE BENEFITS, continued
9.
10.
Disability income Protection
a.
Base insurance plan for the individual in first two years in the
district amounts to approximately 66 2/3% (as determined by
insurance carrier) of monthly salary, payable for one year.
Payments begin after sixty (60) days of disability to a maximum
of $6,111 per month. The Board has the right to select the
insurance carrier.
b.
Individual in his/her third year with district is eligible for long-term
disability. If disability continues into second year, benefits
amount to approximately 66 2/3% (as determined by insurance
carrier) of salary to a maximum of $6,111 per month, payable to
age 65.
c.
Long-term disability supplement provides that an eligible
individual will receive 75% of his/her salary, to age 65, if
disability results from an on-the-job injury.
Life Insurance
Each full-time member shall receive at Board expense term life
insurance of 3x annual salary. Additional term life insurance may
be purchased by the individual as the insurance carrier's contract
allows.
11.
Tax Sheltered Annuity
The district will provide a TSA program up to 1.5% of salary with a
dollar for dollar match by the employee contribution and consistent with
the Tax Code.
12.
Automobile
The Board will provide no ownership liability insurance as the
secondary insurer to supplement the individual's own insurance for
accidents occurring while on authorized school business.
13.
Self Insurance Fund
The Board will provide up to $750 per ADSUP I member for an annual
physical examination. Verification of the physical examination and the
date on which it occurred will be submitted to the Human Resources
Department. The results of the physical examination are to be
confidential and the property of the administrator. In addition, any
unreimbursed medical, dental, and/or vision costs will be paid up to the
balance of the $750. Original receipts will be provided.
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XV.
INSURANCE BENEFITS, continued
14.
Post Retirement Health Benefit
Rose Tree Media School District agrees to pay medical, prescription,
dental and vision insurance upon retirement for those members of
ADSUP I with a minimum of 10 years of service as members of the
administrative team in the Rose Tree Media School District. Benefits
will be paid at the rate of 85% of the cost of the premium for Personal
Choice 10/20/70 in effect at the time of retirement, to Medicare eligible
age or for a maximum of 7 years. Coverage will extend to the employee
or employee and spouse based on the coverage in effect at the time of
retirement, with the right of survivorship. Employee must be at least 55
years of age to be eligible and must actually retire under the terms of
the Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement System within
60 days of the termination date. In no case will the coverage extend to
the retiree or spouse beyond Medicare eligible age.
XVI.
SALARY
A.
Each year, by March 31, the Superintendent will notify any individual whose
performance may adversely affect future salary consideration. This notification
will be in writing, and followed by a conference involving the Superintendent,
the individual, his immediate supervisor, a representative of ADSUP I (if
requested by the individual) and other appropriate parties.
B.
The Board will provide salary increases in the amount of 3.75% each year of
this agreement. Administrators whose salaries are at or above the maximum
of the range will have their salaries capped until such time as the maximum of
the range exceeds the administrator’s salary.
C.
ADSUP I Members whose salaries are below the midpoint will be moved to
the midpoint by the end of the second year in the position. For purposes of
movement toward midpoint, an administrator who is hired prior to December
1 of the School year will be given credit for that year.
Administrators whose performance does not meet expectations or
whose performance is unsatisfactory may receive no salary increase or a
partial salary increase as determined by the superintendent.
D.
Newly hired ADSUP I members without experience will be placed at the
minimum of the range. Salaries for candidates with experience in the position
being filled will be calculated using the following formula:
Minimum salary for the range plus standard increase for the year x .5 x years
of experience. EX: $105,000 + ($105,000 x .04 x .5 x 4) = $113,400. Entry
salaries would be capped at the midpoint of the range unless expressly
approved by the BSD.
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XVII. Performance Bonus
A.
Beginning in the 2007-08 school year the Board of School Directors will
provide up to 1% of salary to be awarded in the form of a performance based
bonus.
Employees may earn up to 1% bonus based on performance. Performance
bonuses will be granted to clusters of employees who have worked to achieve
established goals as determined by the Superintendent. The performance
bonuses will be paid in a lump sum on or before August 31 of each year and
will not be added to the employee’s base salary. The effectiveness of the
performance bonus will be evaluated at the end of the first year to determine
its continuation. If it is determined to discontinue the performance bonus, the
employees will be eligible for the 3.75% annual increase only.
Unsatisfactory:
No Increase awarded. ADSUP I member will be
placed on an intensive supervision plan.
Meets Expectations:
Standard Increase awarded. No performance
bonus.
Exceeds Expectations:
Standard increase awarded plus .5% performance
bonus
Far Exceeds Expectations: Standard increase awarded plus 1% performance
bonus
An evaluation tool will be developed jointly by the superintendent, the Director
of Human Resources, and representatives of the ADSUP I Group.
XVIII. COMPLAINT PROCEDURE
A.
If any ADSUP I member designated in 1. feels the subject of a violation of
School Board Policy, exclusive of contracts, personnel handbooks and
agreements with employee groups, he/she may avail
himself/herself of the following procedure if initiated within ten (10)
working days of the alleged violation (a "day” is defined as a working day):
1.
Discuss the matter with his/her immediate supervisor and/or
other appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
2.
If the difference is not resolved, the complainant will explain
his/her position in writing, to the Superintendent within ten (10)
days of the alleged occurrence, and notify him/her that he/she is
invoking this complaint procedure. The Superintendent will
confer with the complainant within ten (10) days of receiving
such notice.
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XVIII. COMPLAINT PROCEDURE, continued
B.
XIX.
3.
The Superintendent will send his decision, in writing, to the
complainant within five (5) days of the conference.
4.
If the complainant is not satisfied with the Superintendent's
decision, he may, within five (5) days of its receipt appeal the
decision to the Board of School Directors, with a copy to the
Superintendent.
5.
The Board will confer with the-complainant and Superintendent
within thirty (30) days of receipt of the appeal.
6.
The Board promptly will send its decision, in writing, to the
complainant and Superintendent. Board’s decision will be final
and binding.
7.
The Board does not intend to waive legal rights of the
complainant. If the complainant elects to proceed by any other
legal remedy, he/she shall waive his/her rights to proceed under
this complaint procedure.
In following this procedure, these provisions will apply:
1.
All conferences will be held at a time mutually convenient to all
participants and will be confidential.
2.
Either party may invite other persons to attend conferences.
3.
Failure at any step of this procedure to communicate decisions within
the specified time limits shall permit the complainant to lodge an appeal
at the next step of the procedure.
4.
Failure by the complainant to observe any deadline will discontinue the
process beyond that step.
5.
The time limits specified in this procedure may be extended by written
mutual agreement, with the exception of the initial ten (10) day period in
which a complaint must be filed.
MEET AND DISCUSS PANEL
A Meet and Discuss Panel will be selected for the purposes of discussing matters of
concern to both the School Board and to ADSUP I. The Panel will consist of three (3)
Board members, the Superintendent, and four (4) ADSUP members (selected by
ADSUP I). The Panel will meet as needed on a mutually agreed upon basis.
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HANDBOOK
FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS
AND
CONFIDENTIAL SERETARIES
Approved by the Board
of School Directors
May 22, 2008
For the period
July 1, 2008 through
June 30, 2012
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS AND CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARIES
HANDBOOK
I.
II.
POSITIONS COVERED BY THIS AGREEMENT
A.
Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant
B.
Director of Management Services’ Administrative Assistant
C.
Human Resource Administrator’s Administrative Assistant
D.
Human Resource Secretary
E.
Benefits Clerk
CLASSIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT
A.
Full-time:
Works at least five (5) hours per day, five (5) days per week.
III.
WORK SCHEDULES
A.
Full-time:
The normal workday is eight (8) hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with one
hour for lunch. Exact work schedules will be determined by supervisors.
IV.
HOLIDAYS
As per district calendar.
V.
VACATION
A.
Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk in
their first year accrue vacation at the rate of .83 days for each month worked.
For example, an employee under contract for the entire year (12 months)
receives ten (10) working days paid vacation.
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V.
VI.
VACATION, continued
B.
Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk
who have completed one year will begin earning fifteen (15) vacation days
per year (1.25 days per month worked); administrative assistants and
confidential secretaries who have completed eight (8) consecutive years will
begin receiving eighteen (18) vacation days per year (1.5 days per month
worked); and Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and Benefits
Clerk who have completed nine (9) consecutive years will receive twenty (20)
vacation days per year (1.67 days per month worked). Administrative
Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk may carry thirty
(30) days of vacation into the new fiscal year.
C.
Upon retirement or resignation, Administrative Assistants, Confidential
Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk are entitled to be paid for up to one (1)
year, not to exceed twenty (20) days of unused vacation days at employee’s
per diem rate.
SICK LEAVE FOR PERSONAL ILLNESS OR INJURY
A.
Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk
accrue sick leave at the rate of one paid day for every month worked. For
example, a secretary under a full-year contract (12 months) will receive
twelve (12) paid sick leave days per year.
B.
Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk
accumulate unused sick leave from year to year on an unlimited basis. A
running account of sick leave is posted on paychecks on a monthly basis.
C.
Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk are
entitled to the use of all accumulated days of sick leave.
D.
Should an employee exhaust sick leave before the disability insurance
coverage takes effect, his/her paycheck will be deducted at the per diem
rate.
E.
Sick Leave Buy-back: The employee must have completed ten (10) years of
continuous employment with the Rose Tree Media School District as a
permanent member of the staff to be eligible for this benefit.
The Board will pay the employee upon termination of his/her employment
with the Rose Tree Media School District for:
days 1 – 100
days 101 – 150
any days beyond 150
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$30.00 per day
$35.00 per day
$45.00 per day
VII.
VIII.
PERSONAL/EMERGENCY LEAVE
A.
Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the Benefits Clerk are
entitled to a total of four (4) paid leave days a year to conduct unexpected
personal business that could not have been otherwise scheduled, or for other
emergencies.
B.
Personal/emergency leave days are not cumulative from year to year.
Unused personal/emergency leave days will be converted to sick days at the
end of the fiscal year.
INCLEMENT WEATHER SCHOOL CLOSING
As a general rule, Administrative Assistants, Confidential Secretaries and the
Benefits Clerk are expected to report to work on days when school is closed due to
inclement weather. However, this rule has two specific areas of clarification.
A.
The Superintendent reserves the right to close all offices. Employees will be
notified of this decision via the telephone chain. The Superintendent will
make the final decision.
B.
Employees will attempt to be in by 10:00 a.m. on snow days. This will allow
time for digging out problems and possible difficulties on the road. Quitting
time on these days may be earlier than usual to allow enough time to get
home for dinner. However, this decision will be based on developing road
conditions during the day. If, for one reason or another, an individual cannot
make it to work, he/she should call his/her supervisor and take a personal
day. This should be reported to the Personnel Office the day following the
personal day.
A.
Health and Hospitalization Insurance
1.
Contribution: Administrative assistants and confidential Secretaries
shall continue to contribute 9% of the applicable premium cost by
payroll deduction for the 2008-2009 school year.
The foregoing medical benefits enumerated above shall, for the
remaining years of this agreement, be the same as those benefits
afforded members of the Rose Tree Media Education Association,
including the same contributions for those benefits as may apply to the
members of that Association.
2.
Coverage:
Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
Option 10/20/70 or equivalent. The Board has the right to select the
insurance carrier. Should an administrative assistant or a confidential
secretary member choose a more expensive available plan, then the
member must pay the difference between the applicable premium in
A.1. and the member’s plan.
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OTHER BENEFITS
B.
Disability Income Insurance
1.
Description:
This coverage provides for a monthly income guaranteed in the event
of a disabling illness or injury. It is twenty-four hour coverage that
means employee is covered for all illnesses and accidents on or off
the job. An exception to this rule is a disability occurring while working
at another job for remuneration.
Disability Income Protection
2.
a.
Base insurance plan for the individual in first two years in the
district amounts to approximately 60% (as determined by
insurance carrier) of monthly salary, payable for one year.
Payments begin after thirty days of disability to a maximum of
$2,000 per month. The Board has the right to select the
insurance carrier.
b.
Individual in his/her third year with district is eligible for longterm disability. If disability continues into second year, benefit
amounts to approximately 60% (as determined by insurance
carrier) of salary to a maximum of $2,500 per month, payable to
age 65.
c.
Long-term disability supplement provides that an eligible
individual will receive 75% of his/her salary, to age 65, if
disability results from an on-the-job injury.
Cost:
Board shall contribute the full cost of the monthly premium.
C.
Life Insurance
1.
Description: term life insurance policy provides a payment to
beneficiary at death of employee. It is strictly a death protection policy
and carries no cash value.
2.
Coverage: employee may purchase amounts equal to Board provided
amount at own cost. Cost schedule available in Personnel Office.
•
First two years of employment - $5,000
•
Three or more years of employment – life insurance coverage
equal to $100,000
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OTHER BENEFITS, continued
D.
E.
F.
3.
Cost: Board shall contribute the full cost of the monthly premium.
4.
Employee may purchase amounts equal to Board provided amount at
own cost. Cost schedule available in Personnel Office.
Dental Insurance
1.
Description: Delta Dental Premier Plan or equivalent. Board has the
right to select the carrier.
2.
Eligibility: all full-time employees and their families are eligible to join
the plan immediately upon employment.
3.
Cost: Employee will contribute $5.00 per month to the cost of the
insurance.
4.
Limit of Coverage: complete descriptive literature is available in
Personnel Office.
Dental Supplemental - Oral surgery
1.
Description: Delta Dental Oral Surgery Plan or equivalent.
2.
Cost: Board shall contribute one hundred (100%) of the premium for
the individual or family plan coverage.
3.
Coverage: Oral surgery (100% UCR); Periodontics (50% UCR);
Prosthetics (50% UCR)
4.
Board has the right to select the carrier.
Dental Supplemental - Orthodontics
1.
G.
Description – Delta Dental Orthodontics Plan or equivalent.
Cost Containment
1.
Each Administrative Assistant, Confidential Secretary or Benefits
Clerk who chooses not to elect health and hospital coverage shall
receive monthly payments in the amount of single Personal Choice
10/20/70 rate. Notice of the employee’s decision shall be provided to
the Business Office by no later than May 31st of each school year.
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OTHER BENEFITS, continued
2.
If the employee chooses to re-enter the plan, the first re-entry shall be
at no cost to the employee. Any subsequent re-entry shall cost the
employee twenty-five percent (25%) per month of the premium cost
for one year.
3.
Self Insurance Fund
The Board will provide up to $350 per member for an annual physical
examination. Verification of the physical examination and the date on
which it occurred will be made. The results of the physical
examination are to be confidential and the property of the member. In
addition, any unreimbursed medical, dental and/or vision costs will be
paid up to the balance of the $350. Original receipts will be provided.
H.
I.
J.
Vision Plan
1.
Description: Board shall offer a vision plan to employees.
2.
Cost: Board shall contribute the full cost of the monthly premium.
Tax Deferred Annuity
1.
Description: A plan whereby an employee may place a portion of an
annual income into an annuity for additional income at retirement.
While the employee is investing this amount, he/she does not pay
current federal income tax on the contribution. The federal tax on this
amount is deferred until such time as the employee collects his/her
annuity.
2.
The district will provide a TSA program up to 1.05% of salary with a
dollar for dollar match to the employee contribution and consistent
with the Tax Code.
Workman’s Compensation Insurance
1.
Description: This insurance pays for all medical expenses and loss of
time as a result of an accident occurring to an employee while working
on the job.
2.
Eligibility: Administrative assistants and confidential secretaries are
covered by the plan. Coverage is automatic and immediate upon
employment.
3.
Cost: Board provides all of this coverage.
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OTHER BENEFITS, continued
K.
Pennsylvania School Employees’ Retirement System
Early Retirement Incentive (effective June 29, 1999)
1.
2.
X.
Each employee who retires from the School District in accordance
with the regulations of the Public School Employee’s Retirement
System with superannuations (will be 55 years of age prior to the end
of the fiscal year of retirement) shall be eligible for an insurance
benefit as set forth below, provided that:
a.
The applicant will, during the fiscal year of his or her retirement,
complete at least ten (10) years of continuous full-time
employment with the Rose Tree Media School District as a
permanent member of the staff.
b.
Eligible employees must actually retire pursuant to the Public
School Employees’ Retirement Code prior to the end of the
fiscal year of application.
c.
Eligible applicants will have the choice of insurance providers.
Provided that an eligible applicant has met all the above requirements,
the Board will pay husband and wife coverage with the right of
survivorship for the health package including health, hospitalization,
dental, vision and prescription to Medicare eligible date at 85% of the
yearly cost of the cost of insurance at the rate of retirement. In the
event that the spouse has coverage, the employee will defer to that
plan. If the spouse has coverage that is not as good as the one
offered by Rose Tree Media School District, the district will make up
the cost differential.
GENERAL
A.
Physical Examination
1.
All employees newly hired will be required to take a physical
examination and tine test at his/her own expense within thirty (30)
days of hiring.
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X.
GENERAL
B.
Probationary Period
1.
C.
Grievance
1.
D.
F.
An employee who feels he/she has not been treated fairly with regard
to the provisions of this handbook should notify his/her immediate
supervisor within one week. If the matter cannot be resolved
informally at that level, the employee is entitled to a hearing conducted
by the Director of Management Services if requested within thirty (30)
days of the original grievance.
Resignation and Discharge
1.
E.
Each new employee shall be required to serve a sixty (60) working
day probationary period. By the end of the period, the employee will
be notified, in writing, whether he/she will be retained as an employee
of the District. No employee whose employment is terminated
pursuant to this Article shall have the right to challenge the termination
pursuant to Article X, C or D.
An employee who expects to resign should provide his/her supervisor
with at least a two (2) weeks notice whenever possible. An employee
facing discharge is entitled to a hearing conducted by the Director of
Management Services if he/she so requests.
Automobile
1.
The Board will provide non-ownership liability insurance as the
secondary insurer to supplement the individuals own insurance for
accidents occurring while on authorized school business.
2.
Individuals using their own automobiles in pursuance of school district
duties as approved by their immediate supervisor will be reimbursed
at the rate allowed by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.
Continuing Education
Within Board approved budget allocations, immediate supervisors may
assign employees and/or approve requests for continuing education, subject
to the Superintendent’s prior approval.
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GENERAL, continued
G.
Legal Assistance
At the Superintendent’s discretion, the School Board Solicitor will be made
available to individuals sued for performance within the jurisdiction of their
assignments.
XI.
SALARIES
A.
Increases will be 5.0% over each year of the agreement.
Superintendent’s Admin. Asst.
Dir of Management Service’s Admin. Asst.
Dir of Human Resource’s Admin. Asst.
Human Resource Secretary
Benefits Clerk
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
$51,900.45
$47,215.35
$46,582.20
$35,263.20
$37,128.00
$54,495.47
$49,576.12
$48,911.31
$37,026.36
$38,984.40
$57,220.25
$52,054.92
$51,356.88
$38,877.68
$40,933.62
$60,081.26
$54,657.67
$53,924.72
$40,821.56
$42,980.30
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