ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Informational Session
August 23, 2007
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
August 23, 2007
8:00 p.m.
AGENDA
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
III.
Ken Batchelor – Service Award
Chinese Bridge
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
VI.
Legislative Meeting
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Pledge of Allegiance
Presentations and Awards
A.
IV.
Roll Call
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
B.
C.
RTMEA
RTM Education Foundation
Healthy Communities Initiative
VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Delaware County Community College – STEM Complex
New Business
A.
B.
C.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Degree Advancement
d.
Supplemental Contracts – Attachments A - F
e.
Salary Change
f.
Other
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest Girls Cross Country Team – Lehigh University
2.
Penncrest Science Olympiad to Canadensis, PA
Addendum – Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Degree Advancement
c.
Supplemental Contracts
d.
Create New Position
X.
Finance
A.
B.
C.
D.
XI.
Purchasing
1.
None
General
1.
Change Orders
2.
Media-Swarthmore Chinese School Agreement - Attachment G
3.
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
4.
Educational Resource Center Agreement between Simon Youth
Foundation, Inc. and Rose Tree Media School District –
Attachment H
5.
Transportation – CADES Contract – Annual Renewal
6.
Vanguard School ESY
7.
Easter Seals Contract
8.
Elwyn Therapeutic Camp ESY
9.
Theraplay, Inc.
10.
HMS School for Children
11.
George Crothers Memorial School Contract
12.
New Hope Academy
13.
Alternatives Unlimited
14.
Janine Blythe Contract
15.
The Institute for Teaching and Learning
16.
Elwyn Support
17.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services for Physical Therapy
Financials for June through August 2007
Bill lists for June through August 2007
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 September 27, 2007, at Springton Lake Middle
School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
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
Sharon A. Learn
Board Secretary
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
Sharon A. Learn, Board Secretary
June 21, 2007
Minutes of the June 21, 2007 Legislative Meeting
I. Call to Order
Roll Call
Board Members in Attendance:
Nancy Fronduti, Board President
Linda Fox, Vice President
Veronica Barbato
William O’Donnell
Nancy Fronduti
Stacey Benson
Jeffrey Pettit
William Campbell
William Montgomery
Pledge of Allegiance
Student Board Members:
Mike Peche
Also in attendance:
Denise Kerr, Super. of Schools
Meg Barney, R&D Specialist
Baldino, Ron, Sup. Maint & Oper.
Ken Batchelor, Principal, Penncrest
Pete Barry, Ass’t. Principal, SLMS
Pat Barta, Supv. Spec. Ed. Elem.
Bill Bennett, Principal, ILE
Valerie Burnett, Director Pupil Services
Eleanor Dimarino-Linnen,
Anne Callahan, Dir. of Human Resources
Bernadette Dacanay, Home & School Vis.
Joe DiAntonio, Phys Ed. Supervisor
William Dougherty, Principal, GWE
Susan Evans, Ass’t Principal, PCHS
Angela Gilbert, Teaching & Learning Elem.
Ron Harris, Network Specialist
Ralph Harrison, Asst. Principal PHS
Joanne Horan, Asst. Principal SLMS
Joyce Jeuell, Principal, SLMS
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Mack Johnson, Management Sys. Admin
Bonnie Kinsler, Acting Transp. Dir.
Maria Kotch, Principal, Rose Tree Elem.
Sharon Learn, Board Secretary
Patti Linden, Dir. of Tech. & Infor.
John Lohn, Ass’t. Principal, PCHS
Anthony Lombardo, Assess. Info.
Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Spec.
Danielle Penza, Accountant
Roxanne Schupp, Supervisor Business
Operations
Sandra Shacklady White, Supv. Spec.
Educ. Pupil Services
Ellen Sosangelis, Principal, RTE
Steve Taylor, Dir. Teaching & Learning
Secondary Educ.
Thomas Kelly, Solicitor
6/21/07
The Legislative Meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media School
District was held on Thursday, June 21, 2007, at Springton Lake Middle School. The
meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by President Mackrides.
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Legislative Meeting Minutes of May 24, 2007
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 129
Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of
May 24, 2007.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
III.
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell, William Montgomery,
None
Presentations and Awards
A.
Eagle Scouts:
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Campbell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 130
Resolve, that the Board recognize Benjamin Cannon, Brett Hudson, Alex
Martyn, Douglas Rosenberg, Stephen Weatherby, Timothy Weathers, and
Zachary Wibbens the RTM Award for achieving rank of Eagle Scout of the
Boy Scouts of America.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell, William Montgomery
None
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B.
PA Computer Fair State Competition
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 131
Resolve, that the Board recognize Angela Wolf and Tom Wills for receiving
2nd place standing in the PA Computer Fair State Competition. Tom and
Angela produced a five minute movie entitled Midnight Confessions about
the dangers of drug use. The Pennsylvania Department of Education
sponsors the state-wide computer fair.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
C.
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell, William Montgomery
None
Sports Awards
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 132
Resolve, that the Board recognize the following athletes and their coaches
for their accomplishments this year:
Karen Shump – Coach: Mike Clark
2007 PIAA State Track Championships;
1st Place Shot Put 47’ 2”
2nd Place Discus 147’ 9”
2007 Pennsylvania Indoor Track Championships
1st Place Shot Put 49’ 6”
2007 national Indoor Track Championships
2nd Place Shot Put 48’ 11”
Anthony Batch, Stephen James, Alex Krynski, Connor Showalter - Coach:
George Munro
2007 PIAA State Track Championships
8th Place 4x400 Relay Team 3:19.61 (School Record)
Jerry Thompson – Coach: George Munro
2007 PIAA State Track Championships
State qualifier – Pole Vault 14”
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C.
Sports Awards (cont’d)
John Clark – Coach: George Munro
2007 PIAA State Track Championships
State qualifier – Triple Jump 44’ 9 3/4 “(School Record)
Vince D’Ortone – Coach: Wayne Helms
2007 PIAA State Wrestling Championships
State qualifier – 171 lb. weight class
Joe Carlin – Coach: Andy Ikler
2007 PIAA State Swimming Championships
State qualifier – Backstroke
Nicole Lord – Coach: Ted Woolery
2007 PIAA State Swimming Championships
State qualifier – 100 Meter Fly
Drew Brady – Coach: Wayne Matsinger
2007 EPSLA All State Selection for Boys Lacrosse
Chris Derrick. – 2007 EPSLA Assistant Coach of the Year 2007
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell, William Montgomery
None
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IV.
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
VI.
RTMEA – None
RTM Education Foundation – Dr. Meg Barney, Exec. Director
Healthy Communities Initiative - None
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to three minutes each)
A.
VIII.
School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of June 21, 2007
Superintendent’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of
June 21, 2007
Solicitor’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of June 21 2007
President’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of June 21, 2007
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
B.
C.
VII.
“All the School’s a Stage: Dramatic Arts in RTM” – Video Presentation
Dr. Steve Taylor
Rose Tree Media Residents
Old Business
A.
None
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A.
Personnel
1.
2.
3.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
General
a.
Classified Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Supplemental Contracts
d.
Salary Change
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Barbato seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 133
Resolve, that the Board approve the following Personnel section:
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
1.
Katherine Andreola, Elementary Teacher, Glenwood
Elementary, resignation effective August 24, 2007.
2.
Mark Clark, Business Education Teacher, Springton Lake
Middle School, resignation effective August 24, 2007.
3.
Correction of retirement date from June 30, 2007 to June
29, 2007 for the following personnel:
Peter Barry
John Lohn
Ellen Sosangelis
4.
Janet Van Lone, Special Education Teacher, Springton
Lake Middle School, resignation effective June 20, 2007.
5.
Lindsay Hetherington, correction of resignation date to
August 24, 2007.
6.
Jennifer Tilney, Guidance Counselor, Glenwood
Elementary, resignation effective August 24, 2007.
7.
Harry Protzmann, correction of resignation date from
June 18, 2007 to July 18, 2007.
8.
Ryan Walls, Math Teacher, Penncrest High School,
resignation effective August 24, 2007.
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1.
Terminations (cont’d)
9.
a.
Non-Instructional
1.
2.
b.
Jeanette Ligget, Food Service Worker, resignation
effective April 2, 2007 Ms. Ligget will be placed on the
substitution list.
Mary Belle Patton, Support Staff II, Springton Lake
Middle School, resignation effective June 19, 2007.
Non-Instructional
3.
4.
2.
Megan Kiczek, .3 Physical Education Teacher, Penncrest
High School, resignation effective June 20, 2007.
Dolores Masci, Cafeteria Worker, resignation effective
June 5, 2007.
Teresa Flynn, Support Staff I, Indian Lane Elementary,
effective June 25, 2007.
Nominations
b.
Professional
1.
Laura Nemec, Spanish Teacher, effective August 21,
2007, at the annual salary of $43,292, Bachelor’s/Step 2.
Ms. Nemec received her Bachelor’s Degree from Penn
State University. She is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Linda Berkowitz who retired. NOTE: Ms.
Nemec is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
2.
Anna Wiegner, Spanish Teacher, effective August 27,
2007, at the annual salary of $43,343, Bachelor’s/Step 3.
Ms. Wiegner has served as a Long Term Substitute in
Rose Tree Media for the last two years. Ms Wiegner
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Eastern University.
She is assigned to Penncrest High School replacing Lisa
Weikel who resigned.
3.
Jeanette Verdeur, Long Term Substitute Music Teacher,
effective August 27, 2007 at the annual salary of
$43,292, Bachelor’s/Step 2. Ms. Verdeur served as a
Long Term Substitute Music Teacher during the 20062007 school year. She received her Bachelor’s Degree
from West Chester University. She is assigned to Media
Elementary School replacing Sara Vaccaro who is on
leave.
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A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
4.
Winifred Host, Librarian, effective August 21, 2007 at the
annual salary of $47,382, Master’s/Step 2. Ms. Host
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Northwestern
University and her Master’s Degree from Drexel
University. She is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Gay Moyer who retired. NOTE: Ms. Host is
being hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
5.
Gina Kokoska, Speech and Language Pathologist,
effective August 21, 2007 at the annual salary of
$49,472, Master’s/Step5. Ms. Kokoska received her
Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Scranton and
her Master’s Degree from Temple University. She is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle and Glenwood
Elementary Schools replacing Stephanie Gauzza who
retired. NOTE: Ms. Kokoska is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
6.
Recommend Board approval for the following personnel
to serve as Extended School Year Staff effective June
26, 2007:
*J. Bryan
*J. Smith
S. Yanchek
V. Kurash
J. Dougherty
M. Fisher
M. Hudak
D. Schnaars
D. Storey
E. Battista
E. Simonian
D. Jordan
T. Impagliazzo
D. Wilson
L. Blake
Teacher
Teacher
Teacher
Teacher
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher
Tutor
Tutor
Tutor
Tutor
Tutor
Instructional Aide
Instructional Aide
Instructional Aide
Instructional Aide
Instructional Aide
$2,000.00
$2,000.00
$1,500.00
$2,000.00
$ 150.00
$ 500.00
$41/hour
$41/hour
$41/hour
$41/hour
$41/hour
$ 850.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
*NOTE: Employees being hired pending completion of their pre-employment paperwork
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7.
Recommend Board approval for the following personnel
to serve as Media Summer School Staff effective June
26, 2007:
R. Smith
Director
T. Loveland-Smith Office Asst.
E. Coulter
A. Washington
*P. Donoghue
*C. Dutch
*D. Mann
8.
Recommend Board approval for the following personnel
to serve as Rose Tree Media Summer School Staff
effective June 26, 2007:
K. Cook
F. Brown
M. Brower
Teachers
E. Battista
T. Bendistis
W. Bittner
C. Grace-Green
A. Grisillo
M. Hart
L. McCarthy
M. Moore
D. Matthews
S. Prior
J. Ruckle
S. Miller
E. McCabe
*C. Mowry
9.
$2,600.00
$1,200.00
$1,800.00
$1,800.00
$1,800.00
$1,800.00
$1,800.00.
$
8.00/hour
$
8.00
Nurse $1,760.00
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$ 400.00
$1,440.00
$1,440.00
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$1,320.00
$ 960.00
$ 880.00
$ 480.00
$2,000.00
$2,000.00
$2,000.00
Recommend Board approval for the following personnel
to serve as 2007 Summer School Reading Rockets staff
effective July 9, 2007 at the rate of $400/week:
D. Morrissey
A. Burke
*C. Sheidy
*NOTE: Employees being hired pending completion of their pre-employment paperwork
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A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
10.
Recommend Board approval for the following personnel
to serve as Math Tutors at Penncrest High School for the
2006-2007 school year at the rate of $40.00 per hour:
Megan Cristaldi
Dana Sudall
11.
c.
Elizabeth Matlock
Ryan Walls
Paul DelPrato will serve as a Homebound Instructor
for the Summer, 2007 at the rate of $41.00 per hour.
Non-Instructional
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following personnel
to serve as Substitute Maintenance Workers effective
May 15, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour:
*Matthew Worrell
*Nicholas Scherer
Dorman Akley
*Alexandra Dalgliesh
*Matthew Griglione
*Michael Jones
*Michael Bacon
*Amy Roller
2.
Diane Swantek, Food Service Worker, will serve as
Substitute Custodian effective June 25, 2007 at the rate
of $12.00 per hour. Ms. Swantek is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
3.
Erin Tyson, Substitute Custodian, effective May 22, 2007,
at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Ms. Tyson is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School.
4.
Bonnie Kinsler, Supervisor of Transportation, effective
July 1, 2007, at the annual salary of $67,438.
* NOTE: Employees being hired pending completion of their pre
employment paperwork.
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A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
Non-Instructional
5.
Joseph Faulkner, Substitute Bus Driver, effective June 8,
2007, at the rate of $18.55 per hour. NOTE: Mr. Faulkner
is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
6.
David Heaton, Substitute Bus Driver, effective June 8,
2007 at the rate of $18.55 per hour. NOTE: Mr. Heaton is
being hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
7.
Ron Baldino, Acting Supervisor of Maintenance, effective
July 1, 2007 at the annual salary of $67,438.
8.
Katherine Lorenz, Substitute Cafeteria Worker, effective
June 6, 2007 at the rate of $8.35. NOTE: Ms. Lorenz is
being hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
9.
Recommend Board approve all professional staff for
workshops at the rate of $135 per day through August
31, 2007, and $140 per day effective September 1, 2007.
10.
Portia Busaitis, Substitute Custodian, effective June 25,
2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. NOTE: Ms. Busaitis
is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
11.
Salvatore Giampino, Substitute Custodian, effective
June 11, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. NOTE: Mr.
Giampino is being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
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A.
Personnel
4.
General
a.
b.
Classification Change
1.
Salvatore Giampino from Substitute Custodian to
Custodian, effective June 25, 2007, at the rate of $13.14
per hour. Mr. Giampino is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Clyde Davis who was reassigned.
2.
Michael Jones from Maintenance Worker to Fields
Foreman, ADSUP II, effective July 1, 2007 at the annual
salary of $53,203. This is a new position.
3.
Kevin Coleman from Custodian, Penncrest High School
to Maintenance Worker, effective July 1, 2007 at the rate
of $14.58* per hour. Mr. Coleman is replacing Chris
Bowker who resigned. * 2006-2007 rate subject to
change.
4.
David Leonard from Custodian, Penncrest High to
Maintenance Worker, effective July 1, 2007 at the rate of
$14.58* per hour. *2006-2007 rate subject to change. Mr.
Leonard is replacing Michael Jones who was reassigned.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Maureen Auerbach has requested an unpaid leave of
absence effective November 26, 2007 through January
28, 2008.
2.
Sarah Dotts has requested an unpaid leave of absence
effective November 30, 2007 through June 30, 2008.
3.
Anjali DelPrato has requested an unpaid leave of
absence effective November 3, 2007 and terminating
June 30, 2008.
4.
Cathy Iannucci, Cafeteria Worker, has requested an
unpaid leave of absence effective May 11, 2007 and
terminating June 19, 2007.
*NOTE: Employees being hired pending completion of their pre-employment
paperwork
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A.
Personnel
3.
General
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
5.
c.
d.
Marsha Folger-Valenti, Bus Driver has requested an
unpaid leave of absence effective May 16, 2007 and
terminating June 7, 2007.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Carol Shapero, New Teacher Mentor for the second
semester at annual salary of $472.50.
2.
Charron Verica, Advisor for Penncrest Lions TV
Production Club for the 2006-2007 school year at the
annual salary of $2,600.
3.
Eileen McIntyre, Evening Concert Supervisor, Springton
Lake Middle School for the 2006-2007 school year, at the
annual salary of $258.00.
4.
Michael LoBiondo, Interact Club Sponsor, Penncrest
High School for the 2006-2007 school year, at the annual
salary of $1,290.
5.
Ed Somers, Post Season Coaching of the Science
Olympiad Team for 2006-2007 school year at $40 per
day for 52.5 days for a total salary of $2,100.
6.
Jim Ciccarelli, Post Season Coaching of the Science
Olympiad Team for 2006-2007 school year at $40 per
day for 52.5 days for a total salary of $2,100.
7.
Tracy Jackson, District World Language Coordinator for
the 2007-2008 school year at the annual salary of
$5,400.
Salary Change
1.
Kevin Coleman, Custodian, pay rate correction from
$12.69 per hour to $13.14 per hour effective
December 4, 2006.
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e.
Other
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Barbato seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 134
1.
Rescind appointment of Anna Hawkins, Food Service
Worker. Ms. Hawkins will not be joining Rose Tree Media
School District staff.
2.
Recommend Board approval of the Administrative Salary
Ranges for the 2007-2008 school year. See Attachment
A in Official Legislative Minutes of June 21, 2007.
3.
Recommend Board approval of the agreement between
Rose Tree Media School District and Metropolitan Life
Insurance Company. See Attachment B in Official
Legislative Minutes of June 21, 2007.
4.
Recommend Board approval of the salaries for 20072008 school year. See Attachment C in Official
Legislative Minutes of June 21, 2007.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Valerie Barbato,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti,
Stacey Benson, Jeffrey Pettit,
William Campbell, William Montgomery
None
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B.
Overnight Trips
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Penncrest High School Volleyball Team – High View, West Virginia
Penncrest High School Cheerleaders – Olyphant, PA
Boys Basketball Team to St. Joseph’s University
Penncrest High School’s Boys Football Team – West Chester
University
Penncrest French speaking students to Montreal and Quebec, Canada
Science Olympiad Team – Canadensis, PA
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 134
1.
Penncrest High School Volleyball Team – High View, West
Virginia
Resolve, that the Board approve the Penncrest High School
Volleyball Team Building overnight trip to High View, West
Virginia for August 24, 2007 to August 26, 2007.
2.
Penncrest High School Cheerleaders – Olyphant, PA
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to a
Cheerleading Camp at Olyphant, PA. scheduled for August 20,
to August 23, 2007.
3.
Boys Basketball Team to St. Joseph’s University
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Boys Basketball
Team Camp overnight trip to St. Joseph’s University scheduled
for August 3, to August 5, 2007.
4.
Penncrest High School’s Boys Football Team – West Chester
University
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip of the
Boys Football Team Camp to West Chester University
scheduled for July 27, to July 30, 2007.
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5.
Penncrest French speaking students to Montreal and Quebec,
Canada
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip of the
French speaking students to Montreal and Quebec, Canada. on
April 16-20, 2008, for a language immersion experience.
6.
Further resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip by the
Science Olympiad Team to Canadensis, PA on September 22
and 23, 2007.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti,
Stacey Benson, Jeffrey Pettit
William Montgomery
William Campbell
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C.
Addendum - Personnel
Mr. Pettit moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 135
1.
b.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Melissa Lieber, Long Term Substitute Guidance
Counselor, effective August 21, 2007, at the annual
salary of $47,382, Master’s Degree/Step 2. Ms. Lieber
served as a Long Term Substitute during the 2006-2007
school year. She received her Bachelor’s Degree and
Master’s Degree from West Chester University. She is
assigned to Penncrest High School replacing Sarah Dotts
will is on leave.
2.
Amy Recupero, Long Term Substitute Language Arts
Teacher, effective August 21, 2007, at the annual salary
of $47,082, Master’s Degree/Step 1. Ms. Recupero
received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from
Villanova University. She is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Carley Dillon who is on Sabbatical
Leave. NOTE: Ms. Recupero is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
3.
Eleanor DiMarino-Linnen, Assistant Principal/ Director of
the Educational Resource Center, effective July 1, 2007
at the annual salary of $100,900. This is a new position.
Non-Instructional
1.
Joan King, Secretary I, effective July 9, 2007 at the
annual salary of $28,507. Ms. King is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Kathy Davis who
retired. NOTE: Ms. King is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
2.
Cyril Chick, Substitute Custodian, effective June 25, 2007
at the rate of $12.00 per hour. NOTE: Mr. Chick is being
hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
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C.
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Nominations
b.
2.
Non-Instructional
3.
Michael Ehrle, Substitute Custodian, effective June 25,
2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour. NOTE: Nr. Ehrle is
being hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
4.
Charles Hall will serve as a Substitute Maintenance
Worker in addition to his responsibilities as a Bus Driver,
effective June 25, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
General
a.
b.
Classification Change
1.
Anthony Lombardo from Data Analysis Specialist to
Chemistry Teacher effective August 27, 2007, at an
annual salary of $96,408, Doctorate/Step 15.
Dr. Lombardo is assigned to Penncrest High School.
2.
Recommend Patricia Theodore be reclassified form
Technology Assistant to Technology Assistant II,
effective July 1, 2007, at an annual salary of $43,382.
Ms. Theodore is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School.
3.
Recommend Andrea Drinkwine be reclassified from
Technology Assistant to Technology Assistant II,
effective July 1, 2007, at an annual salary of $43,382.
Ms. Drinkwine is assigned to Penncrest High School.
Elimination of Position
1.
Recommend Board approval of the elimination of the
position of Data Analysis Specialist effective August 24,
2007.
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C.
Addendum - Personnel
2.
General
b.
Elimination of Position
2.
c.
Recommend Board approval of the elimination of two
Technology Assistant positions effective June 30, 2007.
Creation of New Position
1.
Recommend Board approval for the creation of two
Technology Assistant II positions. The position will be
part of the Rose Tree Media Secretaries and Educational
Support Personnel Association with a salary range of
$38,645 to $43,282. This is a twelve month position.
The aforementioned resolution was declared tabled by the, Chair the
vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Linda Fox,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell, William Montgomery
None
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X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing
1.
Lease Agreements – Dynamic Weighing Platform – Ed Center
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 136
Lease Agreements – Dynamic Weighing Platform – Ed Center
Resolve, that the School Board approve a 48 month lease with ITS
Mailing Systems for a Dynamic Weighing Platform in the amount of:
First 12 months (includes free Service)
Next 36 months (with service)
$101
$123
Payment includes installation, equipment, service, and rate
protection. Pricing per WSCA State Contract
The aforementioned resolution was declared tabled by the, Chair the
vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
B.
General
1.
2.
.
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Linda Fox,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell, William Montgomery
None
Delaware County Community College Budget
Delaware County Community College Trustee Re-Appointment
1.
Delaware County Community College Budget
Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 137
Resolve, that the Board approve the Delaware County
Community College 2007 - 2008 General Operating Budget in
the amount of $75,274,097. The Rose Tree Media School
District’s share of the general operating budget is $996,975.
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B.
General
2.
Delaware County Community College Trustee ReAppointment
Further resolve, that the following members of the Delaware
County Community College Board of Trustees be reappointment
to a new six year term - Corinne Caldwell, Mimi Greenwood,
Robert McCauley, and Barry Radcliffe. The current term
expires June 30, 2007.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
3.
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Linda Fox,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti,
Stacey Benson, Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell,
William Montgomery
None
Delaware County Community College – STEM Complex
Mr. Campbell moved and Mr. Montgomery seconded a motion
to table the approval of the STEM Complex until further
information is received from the Delaware County Community
College.
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 138
Resolve, that the Board approve to the Delaware County
Community College’s request for a bond issue to fund the
construction of a new Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math (STEM) Complex on Delaware County Community
College’s 123 acre Marple Campus. The debt service payment
in 2007 – 2008 will be $86,694.
The aforementioned resolution was declared tabled by the
Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Linda Fox,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
William Campbell, William Montgomery
Jeffrey Pettit
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Maintenance Department – Stake Body Truck
Child Guidance Contract
Pathway School Contract
HMS School for Children contract
Penncrest High School – Gridiron Club – Fund Raiser Request
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mr. Pettit seconded a motion to
table the following resolution until further information:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 139
4.
Maintenance Department - Stake Body Truck
Resolve, that the Board approve the purchase of a stake body
truck in the amount of $43,303.
5.
Child Guidance Contract
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Child
Guidance Resource Center in the amount of $395 per
evaluation.
6.
Pathway School Contract
Further resolve, that the Board approve three contracts with The
Pathway School totaling $25,900 for extended school year
services.
7.
HMS School for Children Contract
Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with HMS
School for Children with Cerebral Palsy in the amount of $6,460
for extended school year services.
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8.
Penncrest High School - Gridiron Club – Fund Raiser Request
Further resolve, the board approve a Pilot Program allowing the
Gridiron Club to place signs on the fence at the football stadium.
The program will be reviewed at the end of the 2007–2008 foot
ball season. All funds raised from the sale of advertising space
will be deposited with the school district under the control of the
Athletic Director.
The aforementioned resolution was declared tabled by the Chair,
the vote being:
AYES:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Linda Fox,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
William Campbell, Jeffrey Pettit, William Montgomery
NAYS:
9.
2007-2008 General Fund and Capital Fund Budgets
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Barbato seconded a motion to
table the following resolution until further information:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 140
Resolve, that the Board approve the General Fund and Capital Fund
Budgets:
General Fund Budget Fund 10
Capital, Fund 22
$72,574,902
$ 821,150
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, 2007.
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
Emergency Municipal Services Tax, all levied and assessed for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2007, and by a school tax on real estate
which is hereby levied and assessed at the rate of .201314 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 20.1314 on each
$1,000 of assessed valuation of taxable property.
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B.
General
9.
2007 – 2008 General Fund Budget (cont’d)
Budget
2006-2007
Expenditures
Instructional
1000
Support Services
2000
22,548,380
22,959,968
Operation, Non-Instructional
Services
3000
1,164,546
1,196,737
Facilities Services
4000
7,775
117,950
Other Financing Services
5000
8,817,725
8,671,163
Totals
$
$
37,272,794
Final
Budget 2007-2008
69,811,220
Budget
2006-2007
Revenues
72,574,902
Final
Budget 2007-2008
6000
State
7000
8,280,987
8,563,385
Federal
8000
225,266
244,856
$
67,011,220
$
$
2,800,000
Fund Balance
Totals
58,504,967
$
39,629,084
Local
Sub Totals
$
$
$
69,811,220
61,466,661
70,274,902
2,300,000
$
72,574,902
The aforementioned resolution was declared tabled by the Chair, the
vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato, Linda Fox,
William O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson,
Jeffrey Pettit
William Campbell, William Montgomery
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B.
C.
D.
General
10.
Authorization for Post June 2007 Budgetary Transfers
11.
Authorization to Pay 2007 Bill List
12.
Kronos Agreement – (Attachment E)
13.
Sunesys Contract – (Attachment F)
Financial Reports May, 2007
Bill Lists May, 2007
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 141
10.
Authorization for Post June 2007 Budgetary Transfers
Further resolve, that the Board authorize the administration to make
budgetary transfers after June 30, 2007 applicable to the fiscal year
2006-2007.
11.
Authorization to Pay 2007 Bill List
Further resolve, that the Board authorize the administration to pay the
July 2007 bills, as presented on the Bill List subject to ratification by
the Board at the August 23, 2007 Legislative Meeting.
12.
Kronos Agreement
Further resolve, that the Board approve Kronos Sales, Software
License and Services Agreement Rev KR-080706 and Depot
Exchange Support Agreement Rev KR-040405 in an amount
not to exceed $87,489.00. This will provide automation of labor
management and collection processes through the use of
technology. Attachment E in Official Legislative Minutes of
June 21, 2007.
13.
Sunesys Contract
Further resolve, that the Board approve the Addendum No.
2007-02 to Dark Fiber License Agreement between Sunesys,
LLC and Rose Tree Media School District in an amount not to
exceed $15,000.00. This agreement will splice 6 strands of our
current fiber network to redirect them in a point-to-point back to
Penncrest High School. See Attachment F in Official Legislative
Minutes of June 21, 2007.
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C.
D.
Financials for April 2007
Bill Lists for April 2007
Further resolve, that the Board approve the following:
Financial Reports
April
April
April
April
2007
2007
2007
2007
Treasurers Reports
Investment Reports
Summary Expenditure Status Report
Revenue Status Report
Bill Lists
April
2007
General Fund Bill List
$ 2,424,227.70
April
2007
Imprest Fund Bill List
$ 5,834.00
April
2007
Capital Fund Bill List
$ 9,188.63
April
2007
McGaughey Higgins Fund Bill List
$ 9,996.00
April
2007
Bond Series 2002 Bill List
$ 4,444.50
April
2007
April
2007
Bond Series 2003 Bill list
$ 4,726.50
April
2007
Bond Series 2004 Bill List
$ 3,211.53
April
2007
Activities/Special Revenue Fund
Future Refunding 1993 Issue Bill List
$ 2,102.32
$ 74,473.61
$ 2,538,213.69
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell,
Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell,
William Montgomery
None
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At this point on the agenda, the following resolution was read and approved:
E.
Virtual Kindergarten Program
Mr. Campbell moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 142
Resolve, that the Board approve the Virtual Kindergarten Program as
reflected in the 2007-08 Budget.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote
being:
AYES:
NAYS:
XI.
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell,
Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell,
William Montgomery
None
Adjournment
Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 143
Resolve, that there being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting adjourned.
The aforementioned resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:
AYES:
NAYS:
Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell,
Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, Jeffrey Pettit, William Campbell,
William Montgomery
None
__________________
Sharon A. Learn
Board Secretary
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – August 23, 2007
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Academic Summer Programs
The academic summer programs were housed at Glenwood this summer. Reading
Rockets, Title 1 Reading, and the Young Writer’s workshops each ended the week of July
27. Thank you to the Transportation Department for providing bussing for the students.
Staffing News
It is with great enthusiasm that I welcome our newest staff members. Dana Vellios is our
new school counselor. She comes to us after serving as a long-term substitute in
Jenkintown. Angel Barry will be teaching 5th grade. Angel’s six years of teaching
experience will no doubt be an asset to our students. We are fortunate to have several
returning staff members as well. Please welcome back Maria Cocola (1st grade), Julie
Small (1st grade), Debbie Morrissey (2nd grade) and Lynn Lista (Reading Specialist). In
addition, Tracey Fritch (Literacy Coach) will be maintaining her office here at Glenwood.
Maintenance
Greg Bost and his crew have worked diligently this summer to get the building clean.
Thanks to Greg and his staff for being accommodating and flexible while the academic
programs were in progress. In addition, Ron Baldino and his staff were also very helpful
in the construction of our leveled book room, cleaning of the courtyard area and parking
lot, as well as painting of our entrance hallway.
Kindergarten Playground
The Kindergarten Playground is still under construction. Progress has been made and
we are looking forward to scheduling a “grand opening” for the playground.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Indian Lane welcomed new teachers Katie Durant in kindergarten and Stacy McMorrow in
development kindergarten. We also were joined by several staff members who
transferred from other schools in the district. We look forward to having them join the IL
team.
1
More than 10 teachers attended a flex workshop last week to study ways they could
better teach reading to their students. They reviewed research and planned strategies to
be put into effect this year.
Several teachers worked over the summer putting our new leveled book room together.
This new resource will allow our teachers to meet a variety of reading levels and offer
instruction that is geared to their needs.
First grade teacher, Lisa Parkinson,
spearheaded this project.
The PTG will be having eight benches and two trash receptacles installed as the final part
of our playground project. The maintenance department also found a way to add ten
more parking spaces near the playground to help with visitors, both during the school day
and after hours. Please stop by a check out our great playground.
More then 30 people are signed up to attend our New Student Orientation in August. The
students and parents will be greeted by the PTG President and meet our school nurse,
Debbie Sweeney. After a review of policies and procedures, the participants will receive
a tour of the school.
Our custodial staff has done an outstanding job in preparing the building for students. In
addition, we are grateful to the district for completing our roofing project, as well as
repairing our driveway entrances.
Indian Lane will implement Project Wisdom this year as part of our morning television
broadcast. Project Wisdom has compiled hundreds of stories and anecdotes designed to
teach children strong moral values. Yes, public schools do teach morals!
We are looking forward to a great year at Indian Lane.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Despite the challenges presented by roof work and flooding, Media School is ready to
welcome the staff and students. This summer presented an opportunity to clean up,
throw out, and regroup. The exercise was indeed energizing for all of us who make up
the “summer crew.” Kudos and thanks to all.
The “E” Team (Dr. Gilbert and the elementary principals) was able to spend a lot of
quality time together this summer. Much of it was devoted to interviewing. We were also
able to devote large blocks of uninterrupted time to problem solving, planning, and
professional reading.
Media will welcome four new classroom teachers this year. Their mentors are already
working with them to get ready. They represent a range of experiences and will surely
enhance our professional staff.
2
As a school, we are going to focus on environmental awareness this year. Stay tuned for
updates. Our hope is to engage parents and community members in these important
activities. Grade 4 teacher, Gemma Deady, worked with Mrs. Kotch this summer as an
administrative intern. This was one of her projects.
Our first faculty meeting will be a “retreat” at The Media Community Center. We
appreciate the fine relationship that we have with Media Borough and thank them for
making their facilities available to us.
We will host a new student orientation on August 22 and an Open House on August 30.
The entire staff is anxious to meet and greet our children and their families.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Community Interaction
The Rose Tree PTG sponsored a “Meet the Principal” event that was held July 31, 2007.
Approximately 40 parents and children attended between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Pictures from the event were posted on our school’s website. Another opportunity for
community members to meet the principal will occur during our “Open House” on August
29.
Summer Professional Development
Cathy Poulos, Reading Specialist, and Maureen Naylor, third grade teacher, attended the
Writing Institute sponsored by the Pennsylvania Writing and Literacy Project, a rigorous,
4-week program held at West Chester this summer.
Maintenance
The roofing project created some additional challenges as a roof leak caused damage to
the library, a ramp and faculty room. Damage also occurred when an abandoned vent
pipe came through the roof damaging a television and carpet in the computer lab. It is
hoped that all damages will be repaired prior to the start of the school year. Mr. Feltner,
Facilities Foreman, and his crew did a remarkable job preparing the building for students
in spite of the unexpected challenges.
Technology
The Rose Tree Elementary web page has undergone several changes. “Parent
Connection” and “Student Connection” buttons were added to allow both students and
parents to interact with the Rose Tree Elementary web site. The site will be updated on a
weekly basis. Please take the opportunity to check it out.
Staffing
After a lengthy interview process we have filled all current staff vacancies including a first
grade teacher, a Learning Support educator, and school psychologist. Our Fulbright
exchange teacher, Rebecca Norman, will be teaching fourth grade at Rose Tree
Elementary while Mrs. JoAnn Mrozoski-Podlaski is in England. Not only do the teachers
exchange schools but they live in each other’s homes for the duration of the 07-08 school
year. The exchange program is a great cultural opportunity for the teachers and students.
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SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Summer Projects
Work is being done on the new computer lab and the HVAC system.
Community Interaction
Dr. Jeuell and Mrs. McCormick met with students on Thursday mornings over the summer
at the Media Library to read and discuss the summer reading books. There is a new shed
on the grounds to give the PTG additional space to store the AM Prom supplies.
Academic Programs
The administrative team has been working on a guide for the REP (Reading Enrichment
Program). The REP will be held the last 20 minutes of every day where EVERYONE will
be reading a book.
PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
9th Grade Orientation Program
On August 22 Penncrest will host an evening orientation for incoming 9th grade students
and their parents. Students will have an opportunity to tour the building in small groups.
The orientation is designed to facilitate the students’ transition from middle school to high
school.
Summer School
The Rose Tree Media summer school program was held at Penncrest. The six-week
program offered remedial and enrichment classes.
Social Studies Dept.
Linda Flexon, a global studies teacher at Penncrest was awarded a competitive fellowship
to participate in a 16-day study tour of Turkey this summer. This was hosted by the World
Affairs Council of Philadelphia. Six educators were elected to travel to Istanbul and follow
an itinerary that highlights the civilizations of Anatolia. As part of the application Ms.
Flexon proposed a classroom project that she will implement in her classroom upon her
return.
Summer Workshops
Many teachers participated in workshops this summer including extensive work on the
Special Education program.
New Staff
After a rigorous hiring process this summer, Penncrest will be welcoming sixteen new
staff members.
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PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION
“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the
School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters
permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”
June 21, 2007
August 23, 2007
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 September 27, 2007 at
Springton Lake Middle School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
Delaware County Community College -- STEM Complex.
Resolve, that the Board approve the Delaware County
Community College’s request for a bond issue to fund
the construction of a new Science, Technology
Engineering and Math (STEM) Complex on Delaware
County Community College’s 123 acre Marple
Campus. The debt service payment in 2007 – 2008
will be $86,694.
Background
This resolution was tabled at the June 21, 2007
Legislative Meeting until further information was
received from the Community College.
IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
Kenneth Batchelor, Principal, Penncrest High School,
resignation effective August 17, 2007.
2.
Gail Boettcher, Jr., 7th Grade Math Teacher,
Springton Lake Middle School, resignation, effective
July 19, 2007.
3.
Tracie Cummings, Elementary Teacher, Media
Elementary, resignation effective August 24, 2007.
4.
Nancy Fitzgerald, Elementary Teacher, Media
Elementary, resignation effective August 24, 2007.
5.
Patricia Sangillo, Elementary Teacher, Media
Elementary School, resignation effective August 1,
2007.
6.
Greg Puckett, Social Studies Teacher, Springton Lake
Middle School, resignation effective August 14, 2007.
7.
Nicholas Williams, Teacher, Springton Lake Middle
School, resignation effective July 19, 2007.
Non-Instructional
1.
Steven Diestelhorst, Support Staff II, Penncrest High
School, resignation effective August 24, 2007.
2.
Cynthia DiPietro, Custodian, Penncrest High School,
termination, effective August 23, 2007.
3.
Lisa Drake, Food Service, resignation effective
August 15, 2007.
4.
Deborah Horan, Support Staff I, Rose Tree
Elementary, resignation effective August 14, 2007.
5.
Timothy Kershaw, Support Staff II, Indian Lane
Elementary, resignation effective June 26, 2007.
A.
Personnel
1.
Termination
b.
2.
Non-Instructional
6.
Maureen Muzikar, Support Staff II, Media Elementary,
resignation effective August 1, 2007.
7.
Ryan Stingle, Support Staff II, Penncrest High School,
resignation effective August 27, 2007.
8.
Rita Tyson, Support Staff I, Penncrest High School,
resignation effective June 19, 2007.
9.
Donna Wilson, Support Staff II, Glenwood Elementary
School, resignation effective August 14, 2007.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Angel Barry, Long Term Substitute Elementary
Teacher, effective August 27, 2007, at an annual
salary of $42,998, Bachelor’s/Step 1. Ms. Barry
received her Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester
University. She comes to us from MOT Charter
School in Middletown Delaware where she served as
an Elementary Teacher for the past year. Ms. Barry is
assigned to Glenwood Elementary replacing Chris
Dano who is on sabbatical. NOTE: Ms. Barry is being
hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
2.
Elizabeth Battista, Special Education Language Arts
Teacher, effective August 27, 2007, at the annual
salary of $43,532, Bachelor’s/Step 4. Ms. Battista
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Elizabethtown
College. She served as a Long Term Substitute
during the 2006-2007 school year. She is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Janet
VanLone who resigned.
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
3.
James Beatty, Jr., Math Teacher, effective August 27,
2007 at the annual salary of $44,075, Bachelor’s/Step
5. Mr. Beatty received his Bachelor’s Degree from
Ursinus College. He comes to us from Coatesville
Area School District where he served as a Math
Teacher for the past three years. Mr. Beatty is
assigned to Penncrest High School replacing Ryan
Walls who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Beatty is being hired
pending
completion
of
his
pre-employment
paperwork.
4.
Nicholas Bell, Special Education Biology Teacher,
effective August 21, 2007 at the annual salary of
$43,532, Bachelor’s/Step 4. Mr. Bell received his
Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester University. He
comes to us from Octorara School District where he
served as a Special Education Teacher for the past
three years. Mr. Bell is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Rebecca McGeehan who resigned.
NOTE: Mr. Bell is being hired pending completion of
his pre-employment paperwork.
5.
William Carr, Health and Physical Education Teacher,
effective August 21, 2007 at an annual salary of
$44,800, Permanent Certification/Step 6. Mr. Carr
comes to us from Laboratory Charter of
Communications and Languages where he served as
a Physical Education Teacher for the last 3 years. He
received his Bachelor’s Degree from Cabrini College.
He is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School
replacing Stephanie Baumgardener who resigned.
NOTE: Mr. Carr is being hired pending completion of
his pre-employment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Professional
a.
Professional
6.
Robert Casey, English Teacher, effective August 21,
2007 at the annual salary of $44,446, Bachelor’s/Step
6. Mr. Casey received his Bachelor’s Degree from
West Chester University. He comes to us from
Chichester School District where he served as an
English Teacher for the last four years. Mr. Casey is
assigned to the Educational Resource Center. This is
a new position. NOTE: Mr. Casey is being hired
pending
completion
of
his
pre-employment
paperwork.
7.
Emily Ferdon, Elementary Teacher, effective August
27, 2007, at an annual salary of $43,532,
Bachelor’s/Step 4. Ms. Ferdon served as a Long
Term Substitute during the 2005-2006 and 2006-2007
school years. Ms. Ferdon received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Meredith College in North Carolina. She
is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary School
replacing Stephanie Ott who resigned.
8.
William Harmon II, .3 Math Teacher, effective August
21, 2007, at the annual salary of $12,899,
Bachelor’s/Step 1 prorated. Mr. Harmon received his
Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester University. He
is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School. NOTE:
Mr. Harmon is being hired pending completion of his
pre-employment paperwork.
9.
Matthew Johnston, Math Teacher, effective August
21, 2007, at the annual salary of $47,382,
Master’s/Step 2. Mr. Johnston received his Bachelor’s
Degree from Penn State University and his Master’s
Degree from Temple University. He comes to us from
Radnor Middle School where he served as a Math
and Social Studies Teacher last year. Mr. Johnston is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School. NOTE:
Mr. Johnston is being hired pending completion of his
pre-employment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Professional
a.
Professional
10.
Douglas Krugler, Social Studies Teacher, effective
August 21, 2007, at the annual salary of $43,292,
Bachelor’s/Step 2. Mr. Krugler received his Bachelor’s
Degree from the College of Charleston in South
Carolina. He comes to us from the Walter D. Palmer
Leadership Learning Partners Charter School if
Philadelphia where he served as a Social Studies
Teacher for the past year. Mr. Krugler is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing June
Palomba who retired. NOTE: Mr. Krugler is being
hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
11.
Bridget Laubach, Math Teacher, effective August 21,
2007, at the annual salary of $51,493, Master’s/Step
6. Ms. Laubach received her Bachelor’s Degree from
the University of Delaware and her Master’s Degree
from Villanova University. She comes to us from
Southeast Delco School District where she served as
a Math Teacher for the past 5 years. Ms. Laubach is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School. This is a
new position. NOTE: Ms. Laubach is being hired
pending
completion
of
her
pre-employment
paperwork.
12.
Jason Lazarow, Science Teacher, effective August
21, 2007 at the annual salary of $47982,
Master’s/Step 5. Mr. Lazarow received his Bachelor’s
Degree from Penn State University and his Master’s
Degree from Temple University. He comes to us from
The Siena School is Silver Spring Maryland where he
served as a Math and Science Teacher for the past
year. Mr. Lazarow is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School replacing Stefanie Miller who was
reassigned. NOTE: Mr. Lazarow is being hired
pending
completion
of
his
pre-employment
paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Professional
a.
Professional
13.
Jaclyn Lees, Learning Support Teacher, effective
August 27, 2007, at the annual salary of $43,343,
Bachelor’s/Step 3. Ms. Lees received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Saint Joseph’s University. She served as
a Long Term Substitute during the 2006-2007 school
year. Ms. Lees is assigned to Rose Tree Elementary
replacing Kate Geary who resigned.
14.
Christine Maguire, Elementary Teacher, effective
August 21, 2007, at the annual salary of $44,800,
Permanent Certificate/Step 6. Ms. Maguire received
her Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State University.
She comes to us from Southeast Delco School
District where served as an Elementary Teacher for
the past five years. Ms. Maguire is assigned to Media
Elementary replacing Nancy Fitzgerald who resigned.
NOTE: Ms. Maguire is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
15.
Kristen Maze, Long Term Substitute Teacher,
effective August 21, 2007, at the annual salary of
$42,998, Bachelor’s/Step 1, pro-rated for the first
semester. Ms. Maze received her Bachelor’s Degree
from Millersville University. She comes to us from
Garnet Valley School District where she served as a
substitute teacher last year. Ms. Maze is assigned to
Penncrest High School replacing Marie Castellan who
is on sabbatical for the first semester. NOTE: Ms.
Maze is being hired pending the completion of her
pre-employment paperwork.
16.
Jennifer McLeod, Language Arts Teacher, effective
August 21, 2007, at the annual salary of $47,382,
Master’s/Step 2. Ms. McLeod received her Bachelor’s
and Master’s Degrees from Indiana University. She
served as a Long Term Substitute during the 20062007 school year. Ms. McLeod is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Alexandra
Perilli who was reassigned.
A.
Personnel
2.
Professional
a.
Professional
17.
Stacy McMorrow, Elementary Special Education
Teacher, effective August 21, 2007 at the annual
salary of $51,493, Master’s/Step 6. Ms. McMorrow
received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of
Delaware and her Master’s Degree from Georgian
Court University. She comes to us from Central Bucks
School District where she served as a Long Term
Substitute. Ms McMorrow is assigned to Indian Lane
Elementary replacing Lindsay Hetherington who
resigned. NOTE: Ms. McMorrow is being hired
pending
completion
of
her
pre-employment
paperwork.
18.
Debra Morrissey, Long Term Substitute Elementary
Teacher, effective August 27, 2007, at the annual
salary of $43,343, Bachelor’s/Step 3 pro-rated for the
1st semester. Ms. Morrissey served as a Long Term
Substitute Teacher during the 2005-2006 and 20062007 school years. Ms. Morrissey received her
Bachelor’s Degree from Rowan University in New
Jersey. She is assigned to Glenwood Elementary for
the 1st semester replacing Mackenzie Omlor who is
on leave.
19.
Tricia O’Loughlin, Elementary Teacher, effective
August 21, 2007, at the annual salary of $52,793,
Master’s+20/Step 6. Ms O’Loughlin received her
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from West Chester
University. She comes to us from Sandie Tanner
Mossell Alexander School in Philadelphia where she
served as an Elementary Teacher for 5 years. Ms.
O’Loughlin is assigned to Media Elementary School
replacing Patricial Sangillo who resigned. NOTE: Ms.
O’Loughlin is being hired pending completion of her
pre-employment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Professional
a.
Professional
20.
Erika Powell, Elementary Teacher, effective August
27, 2007, at the annual salary of $47,982,
Master’s/Step 4. Ms. Powell received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Haverford College and her Master’s
Degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She is
assigned to Rose Tree Elementary School replacing
Maureen Naylor who was reassigned.
21.
Judith Raichek, .4 Gifted and .4 Oral Communications
Teacher, effective August 21, 2007 at the annual
salary of $37,906, Master’s/Step2 prorated. Ms.
Raichek received her Bachelor’s Degree from Cornell
University and her Master’s Degree from Hofstra
University. She comes to us from William Penn
School District where she served as an English
Teacher for the past year. Ms. Raichek is assigned to
Penncrest High School replacing Sharon Smith who
was reassigned and Gail Diksa who retired.
NOTE:Ms. Raichek is being hired pending completion
of her pre-employment paperwork.
22.
Michael Reese, Social Studies Teacher, effective
August 27, 2007 at an annual salary of $47,382,
Master’s/Step 2. Mr. Reese served as a Long Term
Substitute Teacher during the 2006-2007 school year.
Mr. Reese received his Bachelor’s Degree from West
Chester University and his Master’s Degree from
Cabrini College. He is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School replacing Greg Puckett who resigned.
23.
Maxine Scheiman, Occupational Therapist, effective
August 21, 2007 at the annual salary of $51,875. Ms.
Scheiman received her Bachelor’s Degree from
Hunter College and her Master’s Degree from Boston
College. She comes to us from Upper Darby School
District where she served as an Occupational
Therapist since 1994. Ms Scheiman is assigned to
Indian Lane and Glenwood Elementary Schools.
NOTE: Ms. Scheiman is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Professional
a.
Professional
24.
Julie Small, Elementary Teacher, effective August 21,
2007, at an annual salary of $43,532, Bachelor’s/Step
4. Ms. Small served as a Long Term Substitute
Teacher during the 2006-2007 school year. Ms. Small
received her Bachelor’s Degree from Millersville
University. She is assigned to Glenwood Elementary
replacing Katherine Andreola who resigned.
25.
Dr. Mara Stevens, Psychologist, effective August 24,
2007, at annual salary of $80,500. Dr. Stevens comes
to us from the Child Study Institute in Bryn Mawr, PA.
She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Middlebury
College in Vermont and her Masters Degree and
Ph.D. from Bryn Mawr College. NOTE: Dr. Stevens is
being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
26.
Diana Sweeney, Math Teacher, effective August 21,
2007 at the annual salary of $47,082, Master’s/Step
1. Ms. Sweeney received her Bachelor’s Degree from
Muhlenberg College and her Master’s Degree from
Villanova. She is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Edmund Dale who retired. NOTE: Ms.
Sweeney is being hired pending completion of her
pre-employment paperwork.
27.
Brian Tracy, Special Education Math Teacher,
effective August 21, 2007, at an annual salary of
$49,472, Master’s/Step 5. Mr. Tracy received his
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Widener
University. He comes to us from Ridley School District
where he served as a Math Teacher for the past year.
Mr. Tracy is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Robert Schwartz who retired. NOTE: Mr.
Tracy is being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
28.
Dana Vellios, Guidance Counselor, effective August
21, 2007, at an annual salary of $47,382,
Master’s/Step 2. Ms. Vellios received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Bloomsburg University and her Master’s
Degree from Villanova University. She comes to us
from Jenkintown School District where she served as
a Guidance Counselor during the past school year.
Ms. Vellios is assigned to Glenwood Elementary
replacing Jennifer Tilney who resigned. NOTE: Ms.
Vellios is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
29.
Sharon Williams, Computer Technology Teacher,
effective August 21, 2007, at the annual salary of
$51,493, Master’s/Step 6. Ms. Williams received her
Bachelor’s Degree from Neumann College and her
Master’s Degree from St. Joseph’s University. She
comes to us from The School District of Philadelphia
where she served as an Elementary Teacher for the
last three years. Ms. Williams is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School replacing Mark Clark who
resigned. NOTE: Ms. Williams is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
30.
Sarah Wilson, Special Education Language Arts
Teacher, effective August 21, 2007, at the annual
salary of $51,493, Master’s/Step 6. Ms. Wilson
received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from
the University of Delaware. She comes to us from the
Colonial School District in New Castle Delaware
where she served as a Special Education Teacher for
the past 5 years. Ms. Wilson is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School replacing Karen Owsley who
retired. NOTE: Ms. Wilson is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
31.
Recommend Board recognize the following personnel
for attainment of tenure, effective August 27, 2007.
Angela Beaudry
Mike Clark
Stefan Dashkiwsky
Laura Diksa
Margaret Gilroy
Lindsay Groy
Diane Heiland
Santina Loveland-Smith
Laura Mandia
Evan Pettit
Kay Roberts
b.
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
Penncrest
Springton
Penncrest
Rose Tree
Media
Glenwood
Penncrest
Indian Lane
Non-Instructional
1.
Ian Jordan, Substitute Maintenance Worker, effective
July 3, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
2.
Robert Graham, Substitute Maintenance Worker,
effective July 13, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
3.
Lance Vasquez, Substitute Custodian, effective
August 7, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
4.
Helen Hall, Substitute Maintenance Worker, effective
August 7, 2007 at the rate of $12.00 per hour.
5.
Robin Potter, Food Service Worker, effective August
7, 2007 at the rate of $8.45 per hour. Ms. Potter is
assigned to Springton Lake Middle School. NOTE:
Ms. Potter is being hired pending completion of her
pre-employment paperwork.
6.
Stephanie Boon, Secretary I, effective August 27,
2007, at the annual salary of $28,507. Ms. Boon is
assigned to the ERC. This is a new position. NOTE:
Ms. Boon is being hired pending completion of her
pre-employment paperwork.
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
b.
Classification Change
1.
Kevin Coleman from Maintenance to Custodian,
Penncrest High School effective July 12, 2007 at the
rate of $13.14 per hour.
2.
Carly Nietz from .7 Physical Education Teacher to 1.0
Physical Education Teacher effective August 27, 2007
at the annual salary of $43,343. Ms. Nietz is replacing
Maureen Reuther who was reassigned.
3.
Deborah Preg from .5 Reading Teacher, to .75
Reading Teacher. Mrs. Preg will be assigned to
Indian Lane, Glenwood and Rose Tree Elementary
Schools.
4.
Sharon Smith from .4 Reading Specialist to 1.0
English/Reading Teacher Penncrest High School
effective August 27, 2007 at the annual salary of
$49,472.
5.
Jennifer Clements, Food Service, Indian Lane from
part-time to full-time effective August 27, 2007.
6.
Cyril Chick, from Substitute Custodian to Custodian
effective August 27, 2007 at the rate of $13.14 per
hour. Mr. Chick is assigned to Maintenance,
Transportation and the Print Shop.
7.
Charron Verica, from Support Staff I to Secretary I,
effective September 4, 2007 at the annual salary of
$28,507. Ms. Verica is assigned to Penncrest High
School. This is a new position.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
Marsha Folger-Valenti, Bus Driver, requests an
unpaid leave of absence commencing May 16, 2007
and terminating June 7, 2007.
2.
Candace Krautzel, Teacher, Penncrest, requests an
unpaid leave of absence commencing August 27,
2007 and terminating January 28, 2008.
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
Degree Advancement
1.
Recommend the Board approve the following
personnel for Degree Advancement and adjust their
salaries accordingly effective August 27, 2007:
Marie Castellan
Anjali DelPrato
Jerry Diaz
Rebekah Fetterman
Pamela Gregg
Adrienne Kutney
Melissa McDevitt
Dana Sudall
Marianne Whiteman
Suzanne Yanchek
d.
Master’s+20 Step 15
Permanent Step 7
Permanent Step 7
Master’s Step 5
Master’s+40 Step 10
Master’s+40 Step 6
Master’s+20 Step 9
Master’s+40 Step 13
Master’s+20 Step 5
Master’s Step 6
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Recommend Board approval of the Penncrest High
School Athletic Supplemental contracts effective July
1, 2007. See Attachment A
2.
Recommend Board approval of the Penncrest High
School Non-Athletic Supplemental contracts effective
July 1, 2007. See Attachment B
3.
Recommend Board approval of the Springton Lake
Middle School Non-Athletic Supplemental contracts
effective July 1, 2007. See Attachment C
4.
Recommend Board approval of the Springton Lake
Middle School Athletic Supplemental contracts
effective July 1, 2007. See Attachment D
5.
Recommend Board approval of Building Coordinators
for the 2007-2008 school year effective July 1, 2007
at the annual salary of $2,700. See Attachment E
6.
Recommend Board approval of the New Teacher
Mentors for the 2007 -2008 school year effective July
1, 2007 at the annual salary of $1,015. See
Attachment F
A.
Personnel
3.
General
d.
Supplemental Contract
7.
Recommend Board approve the following personnel
for Saturday Detentions at Penncrest effective during
the 2007-2008 school year at the rate of $25.45 per
hour:
Lorraine Bury
Sharon Sweeney
Lindsay Groy
e.
Salary Change
1.
Recommend Board approval for the correction of the
following salaries which were incorrectly reported on
the June Board:
Ralph Harrison
Maureen McCormick
ThaiFaa Mayfield-Pinkett
J. Ballentine
J. Cocola
V. Blair
J. Blythe
f.
$106,900
$34,316
$53,728
$13.89/hr
$13.89/hr
$13.89/hr
$13.89/hr
Other
1.
B.
Susan Coates
Felicia Quinzi
Recommend the Board approve the agreement
between Rose Tree Media School District and
Nicholas Williams.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest Girls Cross Country Team – Lehigh University
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Lehigh Valley
for the Girls Cross Country PIAA District 1 Championships.
Background
The Girls Cross Country Team will travel to Lehigh University on
Thursday October 26, 2007 through Friday October 27, 2007 to
compete in the PIAA District I Championships. The boosters will
pay the cost of all hotel and food. The only cost to the district will be
for transportation via van rental and fuel costs of $379.98.
B.
Overnight Trips (continued)
2.
Penncrest Science Olympiad to Canadensis, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the Science Olympiad overnight
trip to Canadensis, PA.
Background
The Science Olympiad Team will travel to Canadensis, PA (Pocono
Mountains) on September 22 and 23, 2007. 20 students, 5 staff
chaperones and 1 non-staff chaperone. Cost to student: $40.00,
district cost $0.00, and district transportation costs $0.00. The trip
information was provided to the Board in a June Update.
ADDENDUM
IX.
New Business
C.
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Non-Instructional
1.
2.
Joseph Cocola, Support Staff II, Springton Lake
Middle School, resignation effective August 27,
2007.
Nominations
a.
Professional
1.
Lotalinda Castro-Anderson, Math Teacher, effective
August 21, 2007 at the annual salary of $51,493,
Master’s/Step 6. Ms. Castro-Anderson received her
Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Maryland
and her Master’s Degree from Drexel University.
She comes to us from the Philadelphia School
District where she served as a Math and Literacy
Teacher for the past seven years. Ms. CastroAnderson is assigned to Springton Lake Middle
School replacing Gail Boettcher, Jr. who resigned.
NOTE: MS. Castro-Anderson is being hired pending
completion of her pre-employment paperwork.
2.
Kathleen Dooner, Long Term Substitute Elementary
Teacher, effective August 21, 2007 at the annual
salary of $43,292, Bachelor’s/Step 2. Ms. Dooner
served as a Long Term Substitute during the 20062007 school year. Ms. Dooner received her
Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State University. She
is assigned to Media Elementary School replacing
Alicia Murphy who is on leave.
C.
Addendum - Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
3.
Richard L. Gregg, Principal, effective September
24, 2007, at the annual salary of $124,900. Mr.
Gregg received his Bachelor’s Degree from the
University of Delaware and his Master’s Degree
from Wilmington College. He comes to us from
Brandywine High School where he served as
Principal for the past four years. Mr. Gregg is
assigned to Penncrest High School replacing
Kenneth Batchelor who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Gregg
is being hired pending completion of his preemployment paperwork.
4.
Patricia Kinard, Long Term Substitute Special
Education Teacher, effective August 21, 2007, at
the annual salary of $42,998 to be pro-rated for the
first semester. Ms. Kinard received her Bachelor’s
Degree from Gwynedd Mercy College. She comes
to us from Keith Valley Middle School where she
served as a Special Education Teacher for the past
three years. Ms. Kinard is assigned to Springton
Lake Middle School for the first semester replacing
Candace Krautzel who is on leave.
5.
Kevin Reilley, Technology Education Teacher,
effective August 21, 2007 at the annual salary of
$51,493, Master’s/Step 6. Mr. Reilley received his
Bachelor’s Degree from California University of
Pennsylvania and his Master’s Degree from
Southern Connecticut State University. He comes to
us from Fairfield Public Schools in Connecticut
where he served as Technology Education Teacher
for the past 7 years. Mr. Reilley is assigned to
Springton Lake Middle School replacing Nicholas
Williams who resigned. NOTE: Mr. Reilley is being
hired pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
C.
Addendum - Personnel
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
6.
3.
Susan Evans, Assistant Principal, Penncrest High
School will serve as Interim Principal effective
August 10, 2007 with a monthly stipend of $1,000.
General
a.
b.
Classification Change
1.
Cynthia Garvin from 1.0 Special Education Teacher
to .5 Student Relations Facilitator/.5 Special
Education Teacher. Ms. Garvin is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
2.
Linda Bendak, Assistant Food Service Coordinator,
from part-time to full-time effective September 1,
2007.
Degree Advancement
1.
Recommend the Board approve the following
personnel for Degree Advancement and adjust their
salaries accordingly effective August 27, 2007:
Catherine Poulos
Sharon Sweeney
c.
Master’s +40
Master’s +60
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Theme Readers for the 20072008 school year at the rate of $265 per month:
Michael Bury
Julanne Labrum
Mary McConville
2.
John Pritchard
Elaine Prizzi
Louise Lorenze, Elementary Food Service
Coordinator for the 2007-2008 school year at the
annual salary of $4,000.
C.
Addendum - Personnel
3.
General
c.
d.
Supplemental Contracts
3.
Patricia Gildea, Secondary Food Service
Coordinator for the 2007-2008 school year at the
annual salary of $4,000.
4.
LaVerne Motley, Elementary and Secondary Library
Coordinator for the 2007-2008 school year at the
annual salary of $5,400.
5.
Cliff Berry, Custodial Night Supervisor, Penncrest
High School for the 2007-2008 school year at the
annual salary of $1,500.
Create New Position
1.
Recommend Board approval for the creation of a
Virtual Kindergarten Educator/Technology Coach
position.
Background
Following the discussions with the Board of School
Directors at June Committee meetings, this position
will provide the Virtual Kindergarten experience for
our district. This position will also provide
professional development for high school teachers
via The Classrooms for the Future Grant.
APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing - None
B.
General
1.
Change Orders
Change orders are acted upon in accordance with
Resolution1997-98 - 124, approved by the School Board of
Directors on April 23,1998.
a.
Springton Lake Middle School - HVAC Phase 3 and
Elevator Replacement
Consolidated Engineers – providing once a week additional
construction services for two projects, HVAC and elevator
replacement at a cost of $950 per on site visit.
Background
Dennis Cini, Cini Construction, is providing oversight for the
Springton Lake Projects. He has requested additional
services from Consolidated Engineers on an as needed
basis.
b.
Transportation Department Facility
Warren F. DeLong, Inc. – Change Order #FS-001 in the
amount of $3,599. The fuel system scope of work did not
include any labor or material to interface the fuel
management system to the onsite network. This work has
been completed.
c.
Rose Tree Elementary School - Roof Project
Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. – Change order in the
amount of $3,047.50. Change from Elk’s 40 year Prestique
shingle to Elk’s 40 year Grade shingle in the color of
Sablewood. This work has been completed.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Change Orders (cont’d)
d.
Springton Lake Middle School and Indian Lane Elementary
School
G. Antonini Construction, Inc. – Change order in the amount
of $80,000. Springton Lake – the condition of the asphalt
and stone base was unsuitable to receive new paving; the
asphalt and base had to be undercut and new stone base
on Geotextile fabric and asphalt binder course installed.
Indian Lane – The paving project was inadvertently left out of
the specifications. This work has been completed.
2.
Media-Swarthmore Chinese School Agreement
Resolve, that the Board approve the agreement between the
Media-Swarthmore Chinese School and the Rose Tree Media
School District commencing in September 2007. The terms and
conditions were prepared by the school solicitor.
See attachment G.
Background
The Media-Swarthmore Chinese School has been located on the
Neuman College Campus for five years. Dr. Lu contacted RTMSD
during the spring of 2007 with his request to move into Penncrest
High School. After several meetings, it is now time to move
forward with the agreement and partnership that will be a
“win – win” for both the Chinese School and the Rose Tree Media
School District.
3.
Delaware County Intermediate Unit
Resolve, that the Board approve the election of Wanda Mann
representing Chester Upland School District to serve as a member
of the Delaware County Intermediate Unit Board of Directors.
Background
A nomination has been received for membership on the DCIU
Board of Directors.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
4.
Education Resource Center – Agreement between Simon Youth
Foundation, Inc. and Rose Tree Media School District.
Resolve, that the Board approve the agreement between the Simon
Youth Foundation, Inc. and the Rose Tree Media School District for
the establishment of an Education Resource Center. The terms
and conditions of the agreement were prepared by the school
solicitor. See attachment H.
Background
The Board of School Directors, community members and the
district administration have been working together for approximately
one year to open an Educational Resource Center in the Granite
Run Mall complex.
5.
Transportation – CADES Contract - Annual Renewal
Resolve, that the Board approve the renewal of the
Children and Adult Disability and Educational Services
Contract (CADES). Following are the proposed rates for the
2007-2008 school year:
Round Trip (Del. Co.)
One Way (Del. Co.)
per student/day
per student/day
$56.65
$36.00
Background
The CADES services provides round trip door-to-door
transportation for school aged and preschool students who
require specialized transportation to enable them to attend
educational programs.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
6.
Vanguard School ESY
Resolve, that the Board approve four contracts with the Vanguard
School for Extended School Year (ESY) in the amount of $5,843.50
each for a total $23,374.00.
Background
our students with special needs required Extended School Year
ESY) at the Vanguard School. The Individualized Education
program (IEP) Team and the Elementary Supervisor of
special Education Supervisor recommended the support. The
cost for tuition for each child is $5,843.50. The total cost of the
program is estimated at $23,374.00 for the summer.
7.
Easter Seals Contract
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Easter Seals of
South Eastern PA for $2,975.00.
Background
Two students with physical disabilities required extended school
year services as determined by their Individualized Education
Program (IEP) teams. The total cost summer services for one
student for four weeks is $1325.00 and the second student for
$1650.00 for a total cost of $2975.00.
8.
Elwyn Therapeutic Camp ESY
Resolve, that the Board approve four contracts with the Elwyn
Therapeutic Camp for Extended School Year (ESY) in the amount
of $6,120.00
Background
Four students with special needs required Extended School Year
(ESY) at the Elwyn Therapeutic Camp. The Individualized
Education Program (IEP) Team and the Elementary Supervisor of
Special Education Supervisor recommended the support. The cost
for tuition is $3060.00 for each student. The total cost of the
program is estimated at $6,120.00 for the summer.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
9.
Theraplay, Inc.
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Theraplay,
Inc. at $65.00 per hour for occupational and speech therapy
with a total cost not to exceed $2,860.00.
Background
Five Rose Tree Media Students require a total of 22 hours of
therapies under the provision of Extended School Year
(ESY) services as determined by their Individualized
Education Program (IEP) teams. The cost of the contract will
not exceed $2,860.00 for hourly therapeutic services.
10.
HMS School for Children
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with the HMS
School for Children with Cerebral Palsy for Extended School
Year Services in the amount of $6,080.00.
Background
A student who attends the HMS School for Children with
Cerebral Palsy moved in to the Rose Tree Media School
District with a current IEP requiring Extended School Year
(ESY) services at the HMS school. The cost for services is
$380.00 per day for 16 days.
11.
George Crothers Memorial School Contracts
Resolve, that the Board approve three contracts with the
George Crothers Memorial School for the 2007-2008 school
year in the amount of $33,924.60.
Background
A new Rose Tree Media Student who have been assigned to
the George Crothers School by the Individualized Education
Program (IEP) team and Elementary Special Education
Supervisor. Appropriateness of the placement is reviewed
yearly by the IEP team. The cost of the placement is
$188.57 per day with a total annual cost $33,942.60.
5
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
New Hope Academy
Resolve, that the Board approve a settlement
agreement which will include tuition to New Hope
Academy for $37,500.00.
Background
A settlement agreement has been agreed upon
between the district and a parent. The settlement is
continuation of a previous settlement, which is reviewed
annually and concluded at the end of the 2007-2008 school
year. The agreement includes transportation reimbursement
to the parent and tuition at New Hope Academy. Tuition for
2006-2007 is $37,500 with the parent to be reimbursed at no
more than $76.14 per day for transportation expenses.
13.
Alternatives Unlimited
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Alternatives
Unlimited for three students for the 2007-2008 school year in
the amount of $46,500.00.
Background
Three Rose Tree Media students are continuing at
Alternative Unlimited following prior disciplinary action. The
contract includes a cost of $15,500.00 per student with a
total annual cost of $46,500.00. The appropriateness of the
placement is reviewed annually.
6
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APPENDIX X
x.
Finance
B.
General
14.
Janine Blythe Contract
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with
Janine Blythe for transportation reimbursement in
accordance with Policy 810.3.
Background
A student who attends the HMS School for Children
with Cerebral Palsy located at 4400 Baltimore Pike,
Philadelphia PA requires parental transportation due
to medically necessary private therapies and
treatment scheduled in the afternoons.
15.
The Institute for Teaching and Learning
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with The
Institute for Teaching and Learning for $35,640.00.
Background
The Institute for Teaching and Learning provides an on site
reading consultant for 25 days for staff training, data analysis
and coaching in data driven literacy assessment and
instruction. The training supports the required scientifically
researched based literacy instruction required under NCLB
and IDEA. The contract cost is an allowable expense fully
funded by the District’s federal IDEA funds.
7
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
16.
Elwyn Support
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with
Elwyn Support services for the 2007-2008 school
year in the amount of $80,574.40.
Background
Elwyn Support Services will be providing two
contracted mental health /behavioral specialists and a
doctoral level intern to provide school psychology
services to district schools and therapeutic support for
the students assigned to the emotional support
classes. Behavioral support services are required to
meet the provisions on individual student’s
IEPs. The contract cost is an allowable expense fully
funded by the District’s federal IDEA funds.
17.
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services for Physical Therapy
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract with
Austill’s Rehabilitation Services for Physical Therapy
not to exceed $1,600.00.
Background
A student who attends the Timothy School requires
physical therapy according to the provisions of the
student’s Individual Education Program (IEP). The
cost for services will not exceed $1,600.00.
8
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Attachment A
PENNCREST FALL ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR #1
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR #2
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CROSS COUNTRY HEAD COACH (BOYS)
CROSS COUNTRY HEAD COACH (GIRLS)
FOOTBALL HEAD COACH
FOOTBALL ASST COACH
FOOTBALL ASST COACH
FOOTBALL ASST COACH
FOOTBALL ASST COACH
FOOTBALL HEAD FRESH COACH
FOOTBALL ASST FRESH COACH
GOLF HEAD COACH
FIELD HOCKEY HEAD COACH
FIELD HOCKEY ASST COACH
FIELD HOCKEY ASST COACH
FIELD HOCKEY HEAD FRESH COACH
FIELD HOCKEY ASST FRESH COACH
SOCCER HEAD BOYS COACH
SOCCER ASST BOYS COACH
SOCCER ASST BOYS COACH
SOCCER HEAD FRESH BOYS COACH
SOCCER ASST FRESH BOYSCOACH
SOCCER HEAD GIRLS COACH
SOCCER ASST GIRLS COACH
SOCCER ASST GIRLS COACH
VOLLEYBALL HEAD COACH
VOLLEYBALL ASST COACH
VOLLEYBALL FRESHMAN ASST COACH
CHEERLEADING HEAD FALL COACH
CHEELEADING VAR ASST COACH
CHEERLEADING JV FALL COACH
TENNIS HEAD GIRLS COACH
R. HIGGINS
T. DURANT (.5)
M. DOYLE (.5)
G. MUNRO
RACHEL MCGINNESS
T. DURANT
J. CUNNINGHAM
LARRY JOHNSON
P. GRAHAM
S. DASHKIWSKY
M. MOHRING
W. MAGEE
J. DUFFIE
S. BOYER
C. HELLER
K. PETTIT
J. RUCKLE
G. COOMBS
F. POTTS
G. HAEBEL
P. NORRIS
B. READ
N. PETTINATI
A. SANTELLI
J. BEATTY
S. NEVEN-du-MONT
M. CLARK
B.LYNCH
J. RITTER
J. ANDERSON
M. LIEBER
A. HOFFMAN (.5)
S. KRAUSE
M. DETIGER
2007-08
UNIT
SUPPLEMENTAL
EXPERIENCE
STEP
RATE
UNITS
SALARY
1
1
1
10+
6
10+
10
8
10+
4
2
1
2
5
1
2
6
1
10+
10+
7
10+
5
1
1
1
7
3
2
10+
1
3
7
2
1
1
1
4
2
4
4
3
4
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
4
4
3
4
2
1
1
1
3
1
1
4
1
1
3
1
134
134
134
159
141
159
159
150
159
141
134
134
134
141
134
134
141
134
159
159
150
159
141
134
134
134
150
134
134
159
134
134
150
134
50
25
25
27
27
55
36
36
36
36
33
25
23
39
25
25
25
17
39
25
25
25
17
39
25
25
39
25
25
27
10.5
10.5
21
25
$6,700.00
$3,350.00
$3,350.00
$4,293.00
$3,807.00
$8,745.00
$5,724.00
$5,400.00
$5,724.00
$5,076.00
$4,422.00
$3,350.00
$3,082.00
$5,499.00
$3,350.00
$3,350.00
$3,525.00
$2,278.00
$6,201.00
$3,975.00
$3,750.00
$3,975.00
$2,397.00
$5,226.00
$3,350.00
$3,350.00
$5,850.00
$3,350.00
$3,350.00
$4,293.00
$1,407.00
$1,407.00
$3,150.00
$3,350.00
2007-08
PENNCREST NON-ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS
EXPERIENCE
- Attachment B
ALL-SCHOOL MUSICAL
C. SNYDER
ALL-SCHOOL MUSICAL
P. MURPHY
ART HONOR SOCIETY
M. HART
ASSISTANT ENVIRONTHON
C. KUNTZ
ASSISTANT NEWSPAPER
L. BURY
ASSISTANT SCIENCE COACH
J. CICCARELLI
ASS'T BAND DIRECTOR
C. MAYER
ASS'T BAND DIRECTOR
W. IVES
ASS'T BAND DIRECTOR
C. GLICKO
ASS'T BAND DIRECTOR
R. LAMBERSON
AV COORDINATOR
E. STEVENSON
BAND DIRECTOR
C. SNYDER
BAND FRONT
A. RENO
BAND FRONT
L. BENSINGER
BAND FRONT
A. BENSINGER
CHORAL DIRECTOR
S. GAERTNER
CLOSE-UP
M. WOODWARD
DEBATE CLUB
VACANT
DETENTION SUPV
S. COATES
DETENTION SUPV
S. GOLDMAN
DRILL TEAM SPONSOR
VACANT
ECO CLUB
M. LOBIONDO
EMANON: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR W. READ
EMANON: CHILDREN'S THEATER K. NOLEN
EMANON: COORDINATOR
J. ROMAN
EMANON: READER'S THEATER
S. SWEENEY
EMANON: WINTER PRODUCTION S. SWEENEY
ENVIROTHON
M. SAMILENKO
FINANCE DIRECTOR
T. LONG
FRESHMAN CLASS ADVISOR
D. DACHIU
FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS CLUBD. MATTHEWS
HISTORY DAY
J. PAULEY
HISTORY HONOR SOCIETY
S. ABELSON
HUMAN RELATIONS COUNCIL
T. JACKSON
INTERNATIONAL CLUB
S. ABELSON
INTRAMURALS
T. DURANT
JR. CLASS ADVISOR #1
J. SMITH
JR. CLASS ADVISOR #2
H. REED
JR. VARIETY SHOW ASSISTANT DIRR. HECKMAN
JR. VARIETY SHOW DIRECTOR
E. PETTIT
UNIT
RATE
STEP
3
5
1
6
10
7
3
3
2
1
1
10+
2
2
2
10+
10+
1
2
1
2
4
3
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
1
1
4
4
134
141
134
141
159
150
134
134
134
134
134
159
134
134
134
159
159
4
3
2
1
1
1
1
3
4
4
4
3
4
1
2
1
2
2
2
4
1
3
1
1
141
134
119
134
134
150
153
159
159
150
159
134
141
134
141
141
141
159
134
150
134
134
1
3
7
10+
10+
9
10+
1
4
1
4
6
4
10+
2
8
2
2
SUPPLEMENTAL
UNITS
SALARY
8
17
8
5
6
5
5
15
12
8
8
50
10
8
7
26
5
10
10
10
10
8
11
13
7
11
17
13
27
5.5
10
8
8
8
10
15
15
15
10
15
$1,072.00
$2,397.00
$1,072.00
$705.00
$954.00
$750.00
$670.00
$2,010.00
$1,608.00
$1,072.00
$1,072.00
$7,950.00
$1,340.00
$1,072.00
$938.00
$4,134.00
$795.00
$0.00
$1,410.00
$1,340.00
$1,190.00
$1,072.00
$1,474.00
$1,950.00
$1,071.00
$1,749.00
$2,703.00
$1,950.00
$4,293.00
$737.00
$1,410.00
$1,072.00
$1,128.00
$1,128.00
$1,410.00
$2,385.00
$2,010.00
$2,250.00
$1,340.00
$2,010.00
2007-08
PENNCREST NON-ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS
EXPERIENCE
- Attachment B
KIMBERLY-CLARK HI-Q
M. LUDWIG
LITERARY MAGAZINE
J. ZERVANOS
MATH HONOR SOCIETY
D. SUDALL
MODEL UN
L. FLEXON
MORNING DIRECTOR
L. BURY
MORNING SUPV
S. GOLDMAN
NATIONAL FOREIGN LANG HON SOE. STEVENSON
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
D. SCHERER
NEWSPAPER
M. LOBIONDO
OPPORTUNITY SKYWAY
R. MALKOVSKY
ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR
A. LYONS
RENAISSANCE SPONSOR
A. BEAUDRY
SADD CLUB
M. WOODWARD
SCIENCE COACH
R MALKOVSKY
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
E. SOMERS
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
J. CICCARELLI
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
J. SHEA
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
J. TAREILA
SENIOR CLASS ADVISOR #1
H. GARRETT
SENIOR CLASS ADVISOR #2
J. PAULEY
SOPH CLASS ADVISOR
D. SCHNAARS
SOPH CLASS ADVISOR
D. MEAD
SPRING FITNESS CLUB
S. DASHKIWSKY
STAGE MANAGER/TECH CREW
E. STEVENSON
STUDENT COUNCIL
J. PAULEY
SUPPLIES COORDINATOR
M. LUDWIG
YEARBOOK
S. MESCANTI
10+
10+
2
4
8
2
1
3
2
10+
7
2
4
10+
6
3
1
1
3
10+
2
2
4
3
10+
9
9
UNIT
RATE
STEP
4
4
1
2
3
1
1
1
1
4
3
1
2
4
2
2
1
1
1
4
1
1
2
1
4
3
3
159
159
134
150
150
134
134
134
134
159
150
134
141
159
141
141
134
134
134
159
134
134
141
134
159
150
150
SUPPLEMENTAL
UNITS
SALARY
18
9
8
17
19
6
8
8
16
12
26
10
11
13
5
13
4
4
20
20
5.5
5.5
11
16
18
8
35
$2,862.00
$1,431.00
$1,072.00
$2,550.00
$2,850.00
$804.00
$1,072.00
$1,072.00
$2,144.00
$1,908.00
$3,900.00
$1,340.00
$1,551.00
$2,067.00
$705.00
$1,833.00
$536.00
$536.00
$2,680.00
$3,180.00
$737.00
$737.00
$1,551.00
$2,144.00
$2,862.00
$1,200.00
$5,250.00
SPRINGTON LAKE FALL NON-ATHLETIC
SUPPLEMENTALS
SCHOOL NEWSPAPER
YEARBOOK
SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHER
CHORUS DIRECTOR GRADE 6
CHORUS GRADE 7/8
BAND/JAZZ DIRECTOR
ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR
STUDENT FORUM
DETENTION HALL SUPV (AFTER SCHOOL)
SATURDAY DETENTION SUPV
SATURDAY DETENTION SUPV
6-1 TEAM ACTIVITY
6-2 TEAM ACTIVITY
6-3 TEAM ACTIVITY
7-1 TEAM ACTIVITY
7-2 TEAM ACTIVITY
7-3 TEAM ACTIVITY
8-1 TEAM ACTIVITY
8-2 TEAM ACTIVITY
8-3 TEAM ACTIVITY
SPEC AREA-TEAM ACT LEADER
SIGMA GRADE 6
SIGMA GRADE 7
SIGMA GRADE 8
DRAMA COACH
AFTER SCHOOL EARLY ACTIVITY BUS
SADD SPONSOR
EVENING CONCERT SUPV
EVENING CONCERT SUPV
EVENING CONCERT SUPV
INTRAMURALS DIRECTOR
D. STOREY
S. YANCHEK (.5)
M. SNYDER (.5)
M. SNYDER (.5)
S. YANCHEK (.5)
S. KNIPEL
L. SUMMERS
A. RENO
A. LYONS
M. GILROY
T. BENDISTIS
A. TSIPRAS
T. BENDISTIS
D. SCHIED
M. HOMAN
K. WHITE
B. RAGO
G. MAYERNICK
Vacant
L. MCCARTHY
S. MILLER
S. COOPER
N. GOING
P. SIMMINGTON
B. RAGO
C. LAMONT
A MORRIS
T. BENDISTIS
N. GOING
L. SUMMERS
A. RENO
S. KNIPEL
J. BAKER
Attachment C
2007-08
UNIT
EXPERIENCE
5
5
3
3
10+
2
10+
2
2
3
3
2
6
9
1
2
1
6
2
8
2
2
8
1
5
5
4
STEP
RATE
1
2
2
1
1
4
1
2
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
3
1
1
1
1
2
1
3
4
1
1
3
1
2
2
2
129
141
141
134
134
159
134
136
159
136
134
129
134
134
134
134
141
150
134
134
134
141
134
150
153
134
134
150
134
141
141
141
SUPPLEMENTAL
UNITS
SALARY
16
8
8
4
4
6
13
19
7
15
10
7
7
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
5
5
5
6
10
6
2
2
2
15
$2,064.00
$1,128.00
$1,128.00
$536.00
$536.00
$954.00
$1,742.00
$2,584.00
$1,113.00
$2,040.00
$1,340.00
$903.00
$938.00
$804.00
$804.00
$804.00
$846.00
$900.00
$0.00
$804.00
$804.00
$804.00
$846.00
$670.00
$750.00
$765.00
$804.00
$1,340.00
$900.00
$268.00
$282.00
$282.00
$2,115.00
SPRINGTON LAKE FALL NON-ATHLETIC
SUPPLEMENTALS
VIDEO PRODUCTION CLUB
COMPUTER CLUB
DEBATE CLUB
COOKIE CLUB
ART CLUB
CHESS CLUB
CRAFT CLUB
FRENCH CLUB
SPANISH CLUB
GEOGRAPHY CLUB
MULTICULTURAL CLUB
HOMEWORK CLUB
SCIENCE CLUB (JR. OLYMPIAD)
SPECIAL STUDENT ACTIVITIES
T. TOLOMEO
VACANT
L. MCCARTHY
L. STUART
N. GOING
B. BORTNICKER
VACANT
D. DIAZ (.5)
N. HENSLEY (.5)
Vacant
M. HOMAN
P. NORRIS
S. CLIFF (.5)
K. BIELLI
K. WHITE (.5)
B. LYNCH
G. MAYERNICK
D. GRAMO
B. PERKET
Vacant
Attachment C
2007-08
UNIT
EXPERIENCE
8
8
2
8
1
6
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
4
10+
STEP
RATE
3
1
3
1
3
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
4
1
150
150
134
150
134
124
141
141
129
141
141
134
129
134
134
134
141
159
SUPPLEMENTAL
UNITS
SALARY
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
3
3
6
6
6
2.5
5
2.5
5
2.5
5
5
5
$900.00
$0.00
$900.00
$804.00
$900.00
$804.00
$744.00
$423.00
$423.00
$774.00
$846.00
$846.00
$335.00
$645.00
$335.00
$670.00
$335.00
$705.00
$795.00
$0.00
SPRINGTON LAKE FALL ATHLETIC
SUPPLEMENTALS
Attachment D
2007-08
STEP
UNIT
RATE
UNITS
SALARY
10+
4
159
31
$4,929.00
EXPERIENCE
SUPPLEMENTAL
SLMS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
S. ADAMS
FIELD HOCKEY - 7TH GRADE
FIELD HOCKEY - 8TH GRADE
K. BARR
A. BARR
2
2
1
1
134
134
21
21
$2,814.00
$2,814.00
VOLLEYBALL -8TH GRADE
VOLLEYBALL - 7TH GRADE
J. DIAZ .5
J. GAULT .5
M. OSTIEN
3
3
6
1
1
2
134
134
141
10.5
10.5
21
$1,407.00
$1,407.00
$2,961.00
SOCCER - 7TH GRADE (BOYS)
SOCCER - 8TH GRADE (BOYS)
A. TSIPRAS
S. ADAMS
5
10+
2
4
141
159
21
21
$2,961.00
$3,339.00
SOCCER - 7TH GRADE (GIRLS)
SOCCER - 8TH GRADE (GIRLS)
R MILETO
M. HOMAN
3
1
1
129
134
21
21
$2,709.00
$2,814.00
1
3
1
1
134
150
134
129
21
17
21
17
$2,814.00
$2,550.00
$2,814.00
$2,193.00
2
136
20
$2,720.00
2
141
21
$2,961.00
HD FOOTBALL COACH - UNLIMITED G. PUCKETT
ASST FOOTBALL COACH - UNLIMIT D. PUCKETT
HEAD FOOTBALL - 110 LBS
E. MCCABE
ASST FOOTBALL - 110 LBS
Vacant
HEAD FALL CHEERLEADING
Vacant
CROSS COUNTRY
A. VIRTUE
3
9
2
6
2007-2008 BUILDING COORDINATORS
MEDIA
Language Arts
Mathematics
Professional Development
Communications
Science
Social Studies
Technology (.66)
Technology (.34)
Attachment E
Employee:
D. Welc
K. Connell
K. Callahan
C. Consadene
C. McGeehan
R. Smith
S. Loveland-Smith
S. Williamson
INDIAN LANE
Language Arts
Mathematics
Professional Development
Communications Coordinator
Science
Social Studies
Technology
L. Parkinson
K. Venuto
M. Phillips
A. Peifer
L. Valuck
F. Blanchette
T. Haskell-McDonald
GLENWOOD
Language Arts
Mathematics
Communications Coordinator
Professional Coordinator
Science
Social Studies
Technology
R. Pinsley
S. Gallagher
C. Grace-Green
F. Mathis
A. Grisillo
A. Heinle
C. Keeler
ROSE TREE
Language Arts
Mathematics
Professional Development
Science
Social Studies
Communications
Technology
C. Poulos
M. Moore
B. Thompson
D. Barnes
E. Scheivert
E. Thomas
S. Williamson
SPRINGTON LAKE
Art
Guidance
Language Arts
Mathematics
Music
Phys Educ
Professional Development
Communications Coordinator
Science
Social Studies
Special Educ
Technology
World Language
M. Sycz
A. Harrison
J. Diaz
P. Simmington
S. Knipel
P. Norris
E. McKelvey
Vacant
B. Stack
A. Musacchio
T. Brown
A. Tolomeo
A. Kutney
PENNCREST
Art
Guidance
Instructional Technology
C. Macleod
D. Harple
D. Scherer
2007-2008 BUILDING COORDINATORS
Language Arts
Mathematics
Music
Phys Educ
Professional Development
Communications Coordinator
Science
Social Studies
Special Educ
Technology Educ - District-wide
World Language
Attachment E
S. Sweeney
D. Sudall
C. Snyder
T. Long
M. Woodward
J. Pauley
J. Ricketts
Ed Somers
J. Pauley
M. Grassano
S. Mescanti
Kim Riviere
Attachment F
NEW TEACHER MENTORS 2007-2008
MENTOR
Allen, Susan
Ament, George
Beaudry, Angela
Best, John
Brown, Todd
Bury, Lorraine
Coates, Susan
Gramo, John
Groy, Lindsay
Gruber, Sandy
Harple, David
Heinle, Al
Hoffman, Marybeth
Kalbach, Hans
Kirk, Michelle
Mathis, Fern
Matlock, Elizabeth
McCarthy, Lisa
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LEASE AGREEMENT
AND NOW, this
day of
Attachment G
, 2007, the Rose Tree Media
School District (hereinafter “School District"), 308 North Olive Street, Media, Delaware County,
Pennsylvania, and the Media-Swarthmore Chinese School - MSCS (hereinafter “MSCS”),
, Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, agree as follows:
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the School District is the owner of land and certain buildings thereon
known as the Penncrest High School (hereinafter “the School”) situate at 134 Barren Road,
Middletown Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania; and
WHEREAS, MSCS desires to lease certain portions of the School for its purposes as
hereinafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the School District agrees to lease to MSCS certain portions of the School
as hereinafter set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, intending to be legally bound in accordance with the covenants
and promises hereafter for themselves, their successors and/or assigns, the School District and
MSCS agree as follows:
1.
Term of Lease:
The term of this Lease shall be for a period starting
September 7, 2007 through and including June 14, 2007 for fifteen (15) Friday evenings and
fifteen (15) Saturdays during each semester of the School District’s school year 2007-2008. This
Lease may be renewed for a further term(s) at the election of the School District.
2.
Leasehold Space:
The School District shall lease to MSCS each Saturday in
each semester of the School District’s school year fifteen (15) classrooms to be identified by the
School District for use by MSCS and one (1) other instructional space for use for karate lessons.
The start time for use of the facilities on Saturdays shall not be earlier than 9:00 a.m. and shall
not continue later than 2:00 p.m. on each of the Saturdays. The School District shall also lease to
MSCS one (1) facility space on fifteen (15) Friday evenings in each semester of the School
District during the School District’s 2007-2008 school year. The start time for use of this facility
shall not be earlier than 7:00 p.m. and shall not continue later than 10:00 p.m. for use for
ballroom dancing by participants of MSCS.
3.
Rental Payments:
(a) In consideration of MSCS using the facilities as described in paragraph two
(2) above, MSCS shall pay to the School District monthly rental in the amount of four hundred
($400) dollars with each payment due on the first (1st) day of each month but not later than the
tenth (10th) day of each month.
(b)
MSCS agrees to pay as rent, in addition to the minimum rent set forth
herein, any and all sums which may become due by reason of the failure of MSCS to comply
with all of the covenants of this lease and to pay any and all damages, costs and expenses which
the School District may suffer or incur by reason of any default by MSCS or the failure on the
part of MSCS to comply with the covenants of this Lease. MSCS shall also pay for any and all
damages caused to the School by the acts or neglect of MSCS when using the School facilities
described above.
4.
Default in Payment of Rent: In the event that MSCS fails to make a monthly
rental payment within the time as provided herein, MSCS shall be considered to be in default of
this Agreement in which event the School District, at its election, may declare this Agreement
terminated by giving written notice to MSCS. In the event that the School District terminates the
Agreement for default by MSCS, such termination shall not constitute a waiver of any monies
owed by MSCS to the School District under the terms and conditions of the Agreement nor shall
such termination constitute a waiver of any other rights the School District may have under the
Agreement.
5.
Affirmative Covenants:
MSCS covenants and agrees that it will, without
demand:
a)
Pay the rent and all other charges herein on the days and times and at the
place that the payments are to be made payable;
b)
Keep the classroom facilities which it uses clean and free from all dirt and
refuse;
c)
Replace and repair any damage that may be caused by MSCS and keep the
facilities used by MSCS in good order and repair during the times when
MSCS is occupying those facilities.
6.
Negative Covenants: MSCS covenants and agrees that it will do none of the
following without the consent in writing of the School District first obtained:
a)
Occupy the facilities in any other manner or for any other purpose than as
agreed upon between the School District and MSCS;
b)
Place, or allowed to be placed, any permanent signs or markings upon any
of the interior or exterior walls, doorways, stairways or other entrances of
the facilities nor paint, place, erect or caused to be painted, placed or
erected any signs or markings in any part of the facilities. In the event
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MSCS violates this covenant, the School District may consider such
violation to be a breach of this Agreement constituting a default for which
the Agreement may be immediately terminated by the School District at
its election and written notice issued to MSCS;
c)
Make any alternations, improvements or additions to the facilities. If
MSCS must make repairs to the facilities as the result of any damage it
may have caused to the facilities, MSCS must first receive written
approval from the School District to make said repairs. In the event
MSCS violates this covenant, the School District may consider such
violation to be a breach of this Agreement constituting a default for which
the Agreement may be immediately terminated by the School District at
its election and written notice issued to MSCS; and
d)
Remove from the facilities used by MSCS all of its properties and other
personalty which it uses under this Agreement each week following
occupancy of those facilities.
7.
School District’s Rights:
The School District shall have, in addition to all
other rights which it has as owner of the School, the following rights during the term of this
Agreement:
a)
To, at all reasonable times, come upon the facilities to inspect the facilities
and every part thereof during occupancy by MSCS and to make such
repairs, alterations and additions to the facilities, or any part thereof,
which the School District deems necessary; and
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b)
To, at any time or times and from time-to-time as may be deemed
necessary, make such rules and regulations which in the judgment of the
School District are necessary for the safety, care and cleanliness of the
facilities and for the preservation of good order therein. Such rules and
regulations shall, when notice thereof is given to MSCS, form a part of
this Agreement.
8.
Indemnification:
a)
MSCS assumes all risk of operation during the period of its use and
occupancy of the facilities assigned
to MSCS by the School District
under this Lease. MSCS shall
indemnify and forever save and hold
harmless the School District and the
individual representatives thereof
and their agents, servants,
employees, directors and officers,
and each and every of their
successors and assigns, from and
against any and all liability for loss,
expense, damage, penalty, fine,
judgment, expense, or charge
(including attorneys’ fees and costs)
which the School District may suffer
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or for which MSCS may be held
liable or incur for any violation or
breach of any law, or in the defense
of any charge, citation or allegation
of any such violation or breach or by
reason of injury (including death) to
any person or persons or damage to
any property arising out of or in any
manner connected with the use of the
facilities aforesaid.
b)
MSCS agrees not to use, nor to permit any person to use, the premises
hereunder for any illegal purpose or for any purpose in violation of any
federal, state or municipal law, ordinance, rule, order or regulation, or of
any reasonable rule or regulation of the School District now in effect, or
hereafter enacted or adopted, and will protect, indemnify and forever save
and hold harmless the School District and the individual representatives,
thereof and their agents, servants, employees, directors and officers, and
each and every of their successors and assigns, from and against any and
all liability for loss, expense, damage, penalty, fine, judgment, expense or
charge (including attorneys’ fees and costs) which the School District may
suffer or for which the School District may be held liable or incur for any
violation or breach of any law, or in the defense of any charge, citation or
allegation of any such violation or breach or be reason of injury (including
death) to any person or persons or damage to any property arising out of or
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in any manner connected with the use of the premises aforesaid.
c)
MSCS is responsible for the cost of damage, breakage or loss to the
facilities/furnishings caused by MSCS’s users, guests, customers, or
agents. Facilities used by MSCS must be left in the same condition found
when MSCS took possession.
9.
Insurance Coverage: MSCS shall maintain a policy of insurance for general
liability and property damage in an aggregate amount of one million ($1,000,000) dollars per
occurrence with the School District named as an additional insured on said policy of insurance.
MSCS must produce to the School District a Certificate of Insurance to verify the insurance
coverage with the School District named as an additional insured each time the policy of
insurance is renewed by MSCS.
10.
Participants: MSCS agrees that School District students may participate in MSCS
activities in facilities under this Lease at a nominal charge.
11.
Written Notice:
Any written notice as provided in this Agreement shall be
served upon the School District and MSCS by first-class mail by the United States Postal
Service, postage pre-paid, as follows:
To the School District:
Rose Tree Media School District
c/o School Board Secretary
308 N. Olive Street
Media, PA 19063
To MSCS:
Media, PA 19063
12.
Entire Agreement:
This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between
the School District and MSCS. It may not be changed or altered unless done so in writing and
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executed by the authorized representatives for the School District and MSCS. In the event any
section of the Agreement is declared illegal or otherwise null and void, the remaining sections
and terms of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
13.
Binding Effect:
This Agreement shall be binding upon and enure to the
benefit of the School District and MSCS and their respective successors and assigns.
14.
Applicable Law:
This Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced in
accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound hereby,
acknowledge their signatures as of the date set forth above.
Rose Tree Media School District
By:
Nancy Mackrides,
School Board President
Attest:
By:
Sharon A. Learn,
School Board Secretary
MSCS
By:
Attest:
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GRANITE RUN EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER
LOCAL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT
THIS LOCAL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT (the Local Agreement), is voluntarily made and entered into by
and between Rose Tree Media School District and Simon Youth Foundation®, Inc. (SYF), an Indiana
corporation, as of the dates set forth below, to be effective on August 1, 2007.
Preliminary Statement
SYF has a commitment to improving educational opportunities, career development, and life skills for at-risk
youth. SYF establishes and operates Education Resource Centers (Arcs), generally located within selected
shopping malls, which are owned and managed by Simon Property Group (SPG), including
Community/Lifestyle Centers, Chelsea Property Group, and Kravco/Simon entities.
By execution of this Local Agreement, SYF and the Public School Partner (collectively, the “Parties,” and
individually, a “Party”) desire to memorialize their intent regarding the selection, development and operation of
an educational program within the ERC as described in the SYF Partnership Principles and Expectations
document, attached hereto and made a part hereof, as Exhibit A
Terms and Conditions
In consideration of the mutual covenants of the Parties as set forth in this Local Agreement and other good
and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties hereto
agree to the terms and conditions set forth below.
ARTICLE I
DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER
The Parties desire, covenant and agree to develop and operate an ERC upon the following terms and
conditions:
Section 1.1
Location of Education Resource Center. The ERC shall be located in space #203C of
Granite Run in the Township of Middletown, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and shall be called Granite Run
ERC. Pursuant to Section 1.3 SYF shall provide the physical space for the ERC and shall build out the interior
space of the ERC with its public school and community partners.
Section 1.2
Obligations of the Public School Partner. The Public School Partner agrees to take the
following actions:
(a) Develop and support a local collaborative partnership (Development Team and Community Advisory Council)
between and among SYF and the Public School Partner to support the construction process, reposition
personnel, and contribute other resources needed to staff and operate the ERC and other youth activities.
(b) Assist SYF in the design, fundraising, and construction of appropriate facilities to accommodate the needs of
the ERC and other education and career preparation activities.
(c) Obtain local funding commitments supporting design and construction, all personnel expenses associated
with staffing, managing and operating the Education Resource Center as described in the Site Cost
Responsibilities Worksheet, attached hereto and made a part hereof, as Exhibit B; provided, further, that Public
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School Partner represents and warrants that it has the financial capacity to satisfy its financial obligations as set
forth in Exhibit B.
(d) Designate a Public School Partner representative to manage the Education Resource Center and to
coordinate training, marketing, development, communications, technology, and research relating to the
Education Resource Center.
Information relating to ERC management; their respective titles, and
responsibilities and qualifications to be provided by the Public School Partner to SYF prior to ERC opening and
updated on a quarterly basis.
(e) In consultation with SYF, adopt curriculum, which is aligned with state standards and provides appropriate
technological training for students.
(f) Document and report to SYF semi-annually and annually on program data, operations and results, including
but not limited to, the reporting obligations as set forth on the ERC Student Profile Grid, Exhibit C.
(g) Report to SYF annually on quantitative and qualitative activity and results, including but not limited to, the
following information:
(1) Quantitative Data:
(a) Enrollment levels by age, sex, ethnicity and other characteristics (e.g., disadvantaged);
(b) Retention and completion rates;
(c) Educational progress
(d) Behavioral progress
(e) Participation levels of Mall tenants (retailers and others)
(f) Educational and career outcomes;
(g) Future plans of graduates
(2) Qualitative Data:
(a) Anecdotal information;
(b) Narratives of success stories for marketing and publicity purposes.
(c) Photos of students for marketing and publicity purposes.
Although the Public School Partner shall not be required to release, disclose, or supply any personally
identifiable information or data in violation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) or
other applicable laws, it will provide said quantitative/qualitative information in a non-identifiable manner.
(h) Adopt a comprehensive operational plan for ERC planning, staff training and professional development
purposes using the Quality Alternative School Practices Self-Assessment Questionnaire (Exhibit E) as a guide.
The plan may include, but not be limited to, the following items:
(1) Curricular variables (standards-based), instructional strategy (self-paced);
(2) Targeted population with internal support structures;
(3) Transitional services (enrolling students and graduating seniors);
(4) Essential supports, opportunities, and services;
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(5) School climate (environment conducive to learning and relationship building);
(6) Community connections (coordination of resources and services); Work with a Community Advisory
Council comprised of members from local business, community organizations, and education.
(7) Mission and goals;
(8) Effective leadership.
(9) Funding and sustainability (budget variables);
(10) Develop a SWOT Analysis and ERC Action Plan for developing partnerships with Mall management
and Mall tenants (developed cooperatively between the ERC Director and Mall Manager).
(11) Faculty and staff;
(12) Data collection and evidence of success;
(13) Continuous improvement;
(14) Expand use beyond the regular school day and year by appropriate community and education groups.
(i) Maintain appropriate financial accounts and accounting procedures in compliance with applicable State Board
of Accounts rules and directives.
(j) Prepare or cause to be prepared an annual budget and financial statement for the Education Resource Center
and submit the financial statement to SYF.
Section 1.3.
Obligations of SYF. SYF agrees to take the following actions:
(a) Provide no less than 3,500 square feet of physical space for the ERC in the SPG Mall;
(b) Coordinate the build out of the interior space in partnership with the public school partner.
(c) Represent SPG in all current and future dealings with the Public School Partner.
(d) Provide scholarship opportunities for graduating ERC students.
(e) Provide capital improvements per rotating schedule maintained by SYF.
(f) Provide enhancement grants to ERC students and staff.
(g) Provide professional development activities for ERC staff, including the SYF annual conference.
(h) Assist Arcs in locating national and community partnerships and foundations that can support ERC activities.
(i) Develop materials to help market Arcs to school districts, especially counselors and communities.
(j) Explore grant-writing opportunities on behalf of ERC development and programming.
(k) Maintain a detailed space inventory that includes space per student and that is verified with site visits at least
every two to three years.
(l) Facilitate continuous improvement of mall-ERC relationships.
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(m) Coordinate professional development opportunities, including a revamped Quality Practices Conference.
(n) Oversee development of alternative educational materials.
(o) Encourage service learning for all students.
(p) Facilitate resource development, pursuit of external funding, ERC visibility, and access to comparison
programs for evaluation and accountability purposes.
(q) Satisfy SYF’s financial obligations as described in the Site Cost Responsibilities Worksheet attached
hereto and made a part hereof, as Exhibit B; provided further that SYF represents and warrants it has the
financial capacity to satisfy its financial obligations as set forth in Exhibit B.
ARTICLE II
EXPECTATIONS OF THE PARTIES
Section 2.1.
Expectations for Education Resource Centers. The Parties intend that each ERC will
combine self-paced and competency-based academic and life skills learning with structured work internships,
work skill development, career planning, service to community and personal development. The Parties
contemplate that enrollment in the ERC will provide students with a second chance to earn a high school
diploma, and that for many; it will be an educational option of choice. The Parties further intend that the
ERC will be used on a year-round basis, for as many hours as deemed feasible by SYF and shopping center
management. Thus, additional educational and development activities will be offered during hours when the
ERC is not in session. These additional activities may include, but are not limited to, educational and cultural
enrichment, remedial assistance, tutoring, mentoring by caring adults, job training, life skills development and
recreation as determined by Public School Partner in consultation with and agreed to by SYF.
Section 2.2.
Promotion and Marketing of Education Resource Centers. The Parties shall cooperate in
the promotion and marketing of the ERC and any promotion or marketing shall be pursued and accomplished
in accordance with the mutual agreement of the Parties.
Section 2.3.
Publicity. As the existence of the relationship between the Parties is of significant marketing
value to all, during the term of this Agreement, each Party shall be entitled to announce its special relationship
with the other Party and to thereafter publish references to the relationship, provided that each Party shall be
obligated to seek prior approval of the form and substance of any public announcement from the other Party,
which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
ARTICLE III
TERM AND TERMINATION
Section 3.1.
Term. Subject to the following provisions hereof, this Local Agreement shall be effective for a
term beginning on the Effective Date and continuing through and including June 30, 2008 (the “Term”), and shall
automatically renew for successive one (1) year periods beginning July 1, 2008 unless earlier terminated
pursuant to Section 3.2.
Section 3.2.
Termination. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, this Local Agreement
shall terminate upon the occurrence of any of the following:
(a)
Simon Youth Foundation or Public School Partner provides sixty (60) days written notice to each other Party
(SyF or Public School Partner) of its termination of this Local Agreement without cause. The Parties
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acknowledge and agree that, in the event of termination, special consideration must be given to the unique
characteristics of the ERC and every effort will be made to effectuate a termination of this agreement at the
end of a semester or the end of a school year.
(b)
Simon Property Group partner, Macerich, provides one hundred and eighty (180) days written notice to each
other party (SYF and Public School Partner) of its termination of this Local Agreement. The parties
acknowledge and agree that, in the event of termination, special consideration must be given to the unique
characteristics of the ERC and termination will not occur until the months of June or July when school is not
in session. Ideally, notice will be given during the months of January and February in order for termination
and relocation to occur beginning in June. Notice may be provided during months other than January and
February on the condition that termination and relocation be extended until the following June when school
has concluded. Notwithstanding, anything to the contrary contained herein, in the event that Simon Property
Group partner, Macerich, terminates this Local Agreement, Macerich shall, upon provision of the written
notice set forth above hereof, pay, in immediately available funds, to SYF, reimbursement of unamortized
improvements over a 10 year period upon enactment of this termination clause.
(c)
A non-breaching Party provides thirty (30) days written notice to the other Parties of a material breach or
failure to perform any duties or obligations hereunder by any other Party, such notice states with reasonable
particularity the nature of the material breach or failure to perform, and the material breach or failure to
perform remains uncured for thirty (30) additional days.
ARTICLE IV
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MATTERS
Section 4.1.
License to Use SYF Trademarks. SYF is the owner of certain trademarks and trade names
listed on Exhibit D (the "SYF Trademarks"). During the term of this Agreement and subject to the following
conditions, SYF grants the Public School Partner a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the SYF
Trademarks in connection with the Education Resource Centers. Any use by a Party of any SYF Trademark
is, however, subject to the Party obtaining from SYF prior written approval of SYF for any proposed use.
Nothing in this Agreement will be construed to grant a Party any right, title or interest in or to the SYF
Trademarks, other than as expressly stated in this Section 4.1.
Section 4.2.
Intellectual Property Arising from Education Resource Centers. The Parties agree that
any trademark, trade name, copyright, trade secret, patent or other proprietary rights arising from the ERC
(“the “Intellectual Property Rights”), other than the SYF Trademarks, shall be owned by SYF. During the term
of this Agreement and subject to the following conditions, the Parties grant each other a non-exclusive, nontransferable license to use the Intellectual Property Rights in connection with the Education Resource
Centers. See’s ownership shall include ownership of all patent applications or patents that may be filed or
issued. All legal and filing fees associated with patent applications or patents jointly owned by the Parties
shall be borne by SYF.
ARTICLE V
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Except as otherwise provided in Article III, Article VI or this Article V, if any dispute involving the Parties arises
out of or relates to this Local Agreement, the Parties agree to submit to and participate in the following dispute
resolution mechanisms in the following order:
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Informal Dispute Resolution. The Parties shall meet (the “Initial Meeting”) promptly, through
Section 5.1.
representatives with authority to resolve the dispute, and shall attempt in good faith to negotiate a resolution to
the dispute without the necessity of involving outside parties.
Section 5.2
Mediation. If, within fifteen (15) days after such Initial Meeting, the Parties have not
succeeded in negotiating a resolution of the dispute, they will appoint a mutually acceptable neutral person
not affiliated with either of the Parties (the “Mediator”), and will participate in a nonbinding mediation in a good
faith effort to resolve the dispute. The mediation shall be held in Indianapolis, Indiana. In the event that the
Parties have failed to agree upon the appointment of a Mediator within twenty-five (25) days from the date of
the Initial Meeting, they shall seek assistance in such regard from the American Arbitration Association (the
“AAA”). The Parties shall share equally the costs of the Mediator (including time and reasonable expenses)
and any costs associated with using the AAA for the limited purpose of providing a mediator list. For any
other fees or expenses incurred in mediation, each Party shall bear its own costs.
Section 5.3.
Binding Arbitration. If the Mediator fails to resolve the dispute within forty- five (45) days of
the Initial Meeting, the Parties shall select an arbitrator (the “Arbitrator”) pursuant to the rules and procedures
of the AAA. The arbitration shall be held in Indianapolis, Indiana. The arbitration filing fee shall be paid by
the complaining party. The Arbitrator shall have the power to award injunctive relief, to direct specific
performance to award money damages and/or to assess the costs of the arbitration among the parties. The
Arbitrator shall not have the power to (i) revoke or revise any provision of this Local Agreement, (ii) award
punitive damages, or (iii) award attorneys’ fees other than to direct or confirm that each Party shall pay its
own fees, except if attorneys’ fees are otherwise specifically provided for under the terms of this Local
Agreement. The Parties agree that the Federal Arbitration Act and the federal substantive law promulgated
relative thereto shall be the applicable governing law regarding the application, implementation, interpretation
and enforcement of the rights to arbitration as set forth in this Article V. The Parties consent to exclusive
jurisdiction of, and agree that sole venue will lie in, the state and federal courts in Indiana for any allowable
judicial proceeding relating to any arbitration under this Local Agreement, including entry of a judgment on the
award. The arbitration award shall be final and binding and shall not be reviewable in any court on any
grounds except corruption, fraud or undue influence of a Party or for evident partiality or corruption of the
Arbitrator.
Except with respect to the termination of this Agreement pursuant to the terms of Article III or Article VI,
hereof, this Article V shall be the sole and exclusive remedy between the Parties with respect to any dispute,
protest, controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Local Agreement. The Parties intend to eliminate
all other court review of the award and the arbitration proceedings. Except for a proceeding to enforce or
confirm an award or a proceeding brought by all Parties to the dispute to vacate or modify an award, the
initiation of any suit relating to a dispute that is arbitratable under this Local Agreement shall constitute a
material breach of this Local Agreement. Except as necessary in a judicial proceeding allowable under this
Article V, all matters relating to any arbitration shall be confidential, including the existence and subject of the
arbitration.
ARTICLE VI
INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
Section 6.1.
Insurance. Before commencing the operation of the ERC, Public School Partner shall
furnish to SYF certificates of insurance issued by the company or companies providing such insurance
protection that the following coverages are in full force and effect naming SYF as insured thereunder and
providing that no such insurance may be canceled without at least thirty (30) days written notice to SYF (or
such other person as SYF shall designate in writing to the insurer) by certified mail, return receipt requested,
at SYF’s principal office address specified herein: (i) a Commercial General Liability Policy with a Combined
Single Limit of no less than $3,000,000 per occurrence and a $3,000,000 Combined Single Unit, aggregate;
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and (ii) Workmen’s Compensation insurance as required by the laws of the State where Mall is located
(applies to all states except Ohio), and Employer’s Liability insurance with a $2,000,000 limit.
Indemnification. Public School Partner shall assume liability for and shall indemnify and
Section 6.2.
hold harmless SyF and SPG (and all their respective shareholders, partners, officers, directors, agents,
related entities, employees, customer and invitees) and the Mall (and its owners, officers, directors, agents,
related entities, employees, customers and invitees) against and from any and all liabilities, obligations,
losses, penalties, actions, suits, claims, damages, expenses, disbursements (including legal fees and
expenses), or costs of any kind and nature whatsoever in any way relating to or arising out of any activity of
the Public School Partner (including without limitation the activities of Public School Partner’s officers,
directors, employees, agents, contractors, and servants within that part of the Mall designated as the ERC).
The ownership and management of the Mall, the Mall, or agents of the Mall, shall not be liable to Public
School Partner for Public School Partner’s use of the ERC or the Mall by Public School Partner’s consent,
invitation or license, express or implied, for any loss expense or damage, either to the person or property
sustained by reason of any condition of the ERC or the Mall, so long as used by the Public School Partner as
provided herein, or due to any act of any employee or agent of the ownership and management of the Mall, its
tenants or agents of the Mall, excepting therefrom intentional acts by the Mall or agents of the Mall causing
loss, expense or damage therefrom or the act of any other person whatsoever.
Neither SyF nor SPG, or their respective agents or employees shall be liable for and the Public School
Partner waives all claims for, damage to person or property sustained by Public School Partner or any person
claiming through Public School Partner resulting from any accident or occurrence in or upon the ERC,
excepting therefrom intentional acts by the Mall or agents of the Mall causing loss, expense or damage
therefrom.
Except as provided herein, Public School Partner agrees to pay on demand SyF’s expenses including
reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in enforcing any obligation of the Public School Partner under this license.
Section 6.3.
Control. Public School Partner shall at all times during its use of the ERC provide sufficient
supervision and maintain adequate control of its employees, guests or invitees.
Section 6.4.
Licenses. In the event there are any licenses or permits required by any governmental
agency or authority with respect to the type of activity carried on and/or in use of the Premises, Public School
Partner shall be responsible for obtaining such licenses, authorizations and permits. No unlawful activities
shall be permitted in the use of the premises including, but not limited to, the use of alcoholic beverages or
gambling.
Section 6.5.
Removal. Public School Partner agrees at the termination of this Agreement to remove
Public School Partner’s goods and effects, to repair any damage caused by such removal and to peaceably
yield up the premises clean and in good order, repair and condition, damage by fire or unavoidable casualty
and ordinary wear and tear excepted. Any personal property of Public School Partner not removed within two
(2) days following such termination shall become property of SYF.
Section 6.6.
Waste. Public School Partner agrees not to harm the ERC, commit waste, create any
nuisance, make any use of the ERC which is offensive as determined by SYF, in its sole discretion, or do any
act tending to injure the reputation of the Mall, and shall abide by all rules and regulations established by the
Mall for other occupants of the Mall.
Section 6.7.
Violations of Law. Notwithstanding any of the foregoing provisions to the contrary, if Public
School Partner is deemed to be in violation of any federal, state, municipal, or local fire, building, or other
code, Public School Partner shall immediately cure any and all violations and immediately pay any and all
costs, fines and/or penalties attributable to all such violation(s). If Public School Partner fails to cure said
violation(s), SYF may at its sole discretion either (a) cure the violation(s), or (b) immediately terminate this
Agreement without notice or liability to Public School Partner whatsoever. SYF’s election to exercise the
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provisions of the preceding sentence shall not in any way relieve Public School Partner of paying any and all
costs, fines, and/or penalties attributable to any such violation.
Alterations. Public School Partner agrees not to make any alterations or additions to the
Section 6.8.
ERC, nor permit the making of any holes in its walls, partitions, ceilings, or floors, nor permit the painting or
placing of any exterior signs, placards, other advertising, media, banners, pennants, awnings, aerials,
antennas, or the like on or about the premises of the ERC, without on each occasion obtaining prior written
consent by SYF.
Section 6.9.
Mechanics Lien. Public School Partner agrees not to suffer any mechanic's lien to be filed
against the premises of the ERC by reason of any work, labor, services or materials performed at or furnished
to such premises, to the Public School Partner, or to anyone holding such premises through or under the
Public School Partner. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a consent on the part of SYF to
subject SYF’s estate in such premises to any lien of liability under the Lien Laws of the State in which such
premises are located.
Section 6.10. Liability. Except as provided in Section 6.2, Indemnification above, there shall be no
responsibility on the shareholders, partners, officers, directors, agents, related entities, employees or
customers of SyF or SPG with respect to any of the terms, covenants, conditions and provisions of this
Agreement. In the event of default by SyF as to any of the terms and conditions of this Local Agreement,
Public School Partner shall look solely to each and every remedy provided to Public School Partner pursuant
to the terms and conditions as provided therein.
ARTICLE VII
MISCELLANEOUS
Section 7.1.
Severability. If any provision of this Local Agreement is determined to be invalid or
unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other
provisions of this Local Agreement that can be given effect without the invalid or unenforceable provisions,
and all unaffected provisions of this Local Agreement shall remain in full force and effect as if this Local
Agreement had been executed without such invalid or unenforceable provisions.
Section 7.2.
Notices. Any notice required or permitted to be given under this Local Agreement shall be
conclusively deemed to have been received by a Party to this Local Agreement on the day it is delivered to
such Party at the address indicated below under the Party’s signature (or at such other address as such Party
shall specify to the other Party in writing) or, if sent by registered or certified mail, on the third business day
after the date on which it is mailed to such Party at said address. All notices required pursuant to this Local
Agreement must be in writing.
Section 7.3.
Entire Agreement. This Local Agreement sets forth the entire understanding between the
Parties with respect to the matters contemplated by this Local Agreement and supersedes and replaces all
prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings, oral or written, with regard to these matters.
Section 7.4.
Amendments; Waivers. This Local Agreement may be amended or modified, and any of
the terms, covenants, representations, warranties or conditions of this Local Agreement may be waived, only
by a written instrument executed by the Parties, or in the case of a waiver, by the Party waiving compliance.
Any waiver by any Party of any condition, or of the breach of any provision, term, covenant, representation or
warranty contained in this Local Agreement, in any one or more instances, shall not be deemed to be or
construed as a further or continuing waiver of any such condition or breach of any other condition or the
breach of any other provision, term, covenant, representation, or warranty of this Local Agreement.
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Applicable Law. The Parties affirm that this Local Agreement has been entered into in the
Section 7.5.
State of Indiana and will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Indiana,
notwithstanding any state’s choice of law rules to the contrary.
Section 7.6.
Assignment. Neither Party shall assign its rights or delegate its duties hereunder without the
prior written consent of the other. All of the terms, provisions, covenants, conditions and obligations of this
Local Agreement shall be binding on and inure to the benefit of the successors and assigns of the Parties
hereto.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Local Agreement on the dates set
forth below, to be effective on the Effective Date.
Date: ________________
SIMON YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC.
By: ______________________________________
Printed: __________________________________
Date: _________________
Title:
Executive Vice President
Address:
225 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
By:________________________________________
Nancy Mackrides, School Board President
Printed: Nancy Mackrides
Title:
School Board President
Address:
308 N. Olive Street
Media, PA 19063
ATTEST:
______________________________
Sharon A. Learn, Board Secretary
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EXHIBIT A
SIMON YOUTH FOUNDATION POSITION PAPER
Partnerships Principles and Expectations:
Simon Youth Foundation and Education Resource Center Collaborators
Revised May, 2007
Principles
You can’t be a partner unless you have a personal relationship with your partner.
•
Partners have to be visible…partners are “there” for each other.
•
Partners have to bring value to the partnership, and vice versa.
•
Partners have to understand what problems face your partner, and vice versa.
•
Partners have to understand what your role is in the partnership.
SYF Partnership Commitments
Simon Youth Foundation will:
Build a quality facility preferably within, or near, a Simon Property Group owned center in which
learning for at-risk youth can thrive.
Assist in the development and implementation of a community advisory council at each Education
Resource Center to enhance academic programs, mentoring, jobs and internships, public
awareness, and resource development.
Provide financial assistance for economically challenged Education Resource Center graduates
pursuing post-secondary education opportunities.
Support Education Resource Centers with assistance for academic, career/workforce development,
operational, and/or renovation endeavors based upon ongoing professional evaluation.
Supply Education Resource Centers, boards of education, and communities with meaningful data,
best practices, and models that staff can use to enhance the education of at-risk youth.
Education Resource Center Collaborator Commitments
Education Resource Center collaborator(s) will:
Maintain staffing levels, programs, and facilities per local management agreements.
Make available requested information to Simon Youth Foundation per local management
agreements.
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Encourage students to take advantage of Simon Youth Foundation financial assistance programs for
continued education.
Utilize Simon Youth Foundation’s approved public relations packet when articulating, in word and in
writing, the importance of SYF’s mission and its partnership with collaborator(s) to all constituencies.
Be represented at SYF education conferences.
Participate with mall management/other stakeholders in the development and implementation of an
ERC/mall communications plan.
Expedite access to collaborator(s)’ superintendent(s) and board(s) of education.
Assist SYF in the cultivation and education of decision-makers and potential donors within
respective communities.
Simon Youth Foundation and Collaborators Joint Commitment
Support Simon Youth Foundation’s vision: Simon Youth Foundation strives to be a catalyst for
change, and the nation’s recognized leader in improving educational opportunities, career
development, and life skills for at-risk youth with our public school partners.
Maintain the following core values:
Core Values
Integrity. We will act with the highest ethical standards.
Education. We believe knowledge is fundamental to success.
Opportunity. We will provide meaningful options for youth development.
Excellence. We will continuously improve to best serve youth.
Youth. We believe our future is dependent on the success of our next generation.
Leadership. We will set the example for those who follow.
Meet a minimum of once every 24 months at the collaborator(s)’ Education Resource Center, with
the administrative team, to review and evaluate all aspects of the partnership plan.
Abide by and observe the principles, expectations, and commitments articulated within this
document.
SYF:M/OfficeAdministration/StrategicPlanning/PartnershipPrinciples&Expectations2007.doc
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EXHIBIT B
SITE COST RESPONSIBILITIES WORKSHEET
COST CATEGORIES
SYF
PUBLIC SCHOOL
PARTNER
FINANCIAL COMMITMENTS
1: FACILITIES (Buildout Only)
1.1 Construction
Layout design
Construction drawings
Local permits and approvals
Construction bids
Construction management
Construction
X
X
X
X
X
X
1.2 Finishes/Built-Ins
Carpeting
Computer wiring
Telephone wiring
Marker boards
Projector screen
Window blinds
Security system/devices
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1.3 Appliances
Refrigerator
Microwave
Water cooler
X
X
X
1.4 Furnishings
Study areas
Meeting/group areas
Staff furniture/offices
Reception
Kitchen/lounge
X
X
X
X
X
1.5 Equipment
Telephones
Photocopier
Fax
Computers
Network hub
Internet hub
X
X
X
X
X
X
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LOCAL COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIPS
EXHIBIT B, Continued
SITE COST RESPONSIBILITIES WORKSHEET
1.6 Instructional Material
Self-paced workbooks library
Educational software library
Job & life skills software
Business software
Videos
Audiocassettes
X
X
X
X
X
X
2. FACILITIES (Post Buildout)
2.1 Recurring Operations
Rent
HVAC
Water/sewage
Electrical
Equipment maintenance/repair
Janitorial
Telephone
Cable
Internet service
Insurance
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
3. PROGRAM OPERATIONS
3.1 Personnel
Project site director
Administrative assistant
School administrator (off site?)
Teachers
Industry trainers (in-kind)
Mentors (volunteers)
Social workers (in-kind)
Health care providers (in-kind)
3.2 Other Program Costs
Supplies
Postage/communication
Printing
Student transportation
Events, recognition and awards
Replacement & new materials
Hardware & software upgrades
Staff development & training
Travel, conferences, meetings
Dues and publications
Hardware maintenance
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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EXHIBIT C
Student Evaluation Grid
( SAMPLE ONLY )
MALL / PROGRAM HISTORY
XYZ Mall / SMALL TOWN, PA - 03/99
1998 - 1999 (Spring Semester Only)
1999 - 2000
2000 - 2001
2001 - 2002
2002 - 2003
2003 - 2004
TOTAL =
ENROLLMENT
(by Grade Level)
TOTAL
ACTUAL
ELIGIBLE
GRADUATION
NUMBER of
NUMBER of
NUMBER of PERCENTAGES
STUDENTS GRADUATES GRADUATES (Actual divided by
(per Academic (per Academic (per Academic
Eligible)
Year)
Year)
Year)
9
10
11
12
2
0
3
0
2
0
7
0
10
12
4
11
0
37
13
34
29
83
20
0
179
10
26
72
79
109
0
296
14
25
70
116
166
142
0
519
10
26
71
78
106
0
291
10
26
72
79
109
0
296
100%
100%
99%
99%
97%
N/A
98%
EXHIBIT D
SIGNAGE PROTOCOL
The SYF logo (see specifications) should be applied to each public area facing window
of the ERC, centered at 36 inches above the bottom of the window.
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EXHIBIT E: SYF EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTERS
QUALITY ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PRACTICES – PLANNING ASSESSMENT
The below Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) Quality Practices Indicators are divided into two descriptive categories for
organizational purposes: Category One: ERC Curriculum, Instruction, Resources, and Support Services. Category
Two: Organization, Management, Staffing, and Operations. The SYF Quality Practices Indicators have been crossreferenced with the National Youth Employment Coalition (NYEC) EdNet Assessment Indicators for future ERC assessment
purposes. The EdNet assessment tool developed by NYEC is specifically designed for programs working with vulnerable
youth in alternative education programs. The right-hand column below contains the categorical numbering system assigned
to the EdNet assessment criteria by NYEC. In the left-hand column is the categorical numbering system for the SYF
descriptive indicators deemed effective and desirable for Education Resource Center planning by local school
systems. A self-assessment questionnaire for initial ERC planning purposes follows as a reference below.
SYF
Quality
Practices
Categories
CATEGORY I
Curriculum,
Instruction,
Resources, and
Support Services
CI.A
Curricular Variables
CI.B
Instructional Strategy
NYEC
EDNet
Assessment
Indicators
I.A.2
I.A.3
I.A.4
III.B
I.B.1
I.B.2
I.B.3
I.B.4
Targeted Population With
Internal
Support Structures
III.D
III.G
CI.D
Transitional Services
I.C.1
I.C.2
CI.E
Essential Supports,
Opportunities,
and Services
II.B
II.C
II.D
School Climate
I.E.1
I.E.2
I.E.3
Community Connections
I.B.5
III.H
CI.C
CI.F
CI.G
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
SYF
Quality
Practices
Indicators
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CATEGORY II
Organization,
Management,
Staffing, and
Operations
NYEC
EDNet
Assessment
Categories
CII.A
Mission and Goals
I.A.1
III.A
CII.B
Effective Leadership
III.E
CII.C
Funding and Sustainability
III.F
CII.D
Faculty and Staff
1.D.1
1.D.2
1.D.3
CII.E
Data Collection and
Evidence of Success
III.I
III.J
CII.F
Continuous
Improvement
III.C
II.A
I.A.5
I.B.6
I.B.7
I.D.4
QUALITY ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PRACTICES: SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
Category I: ERC Curriculum, Instruction, Resources, and Support Services
Curricular Variables
Criterion: Effective ERC programs organize and structure the curriculum to engage youth in challenging
academic preparation, to relate academic learning and real-life work issues, and to be inclusive and culturally
sensitive.
Academic Standards. The ERC curriculum will reflect rigorous academic and applied learning standards
necessary for students to have future success in postsecondary education and the workplace.
•
•
•
What steps does the ERC take to make sure the program standards meet or exceed district and state standards and the
requirements of district or state assessments?
How does the ERC integrate problem solving, critical thinking, workplace competencies, and industry standards into
the curriculum?
Do all ERC students demonstrate a high level of competence in reading, writing and mathematics as well as problem
solving, critical thinking and other workplace competencies? If not, why not?
Real World Connections. The ERC curriculum will emphasize the connection between real life and learning.
•
•
•
•
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What types of work-based and experiential learning opportunities does the ERC offer?
What other organizations does the ERC link with to help students make the connection between life and learning?
How does the ERC connect these learning experiences to academic instruction?
How does the ERC ensure that competencies developed are relevant to labor market, industry and/or postsecondary
requirements?
What structures are in place to coordinate these activities and to help ERC staff in making these connections?
Inclusive Approach. The ERC curriculum will be sensitive to a diverse student population and society through
use of activities, materials, tools, and services that are age, developmentally, culturally, and ethnically
appropriate.
•
•
•
•
•
How does the academic curriculum engage students as resources and demonstrate that youth are valued and
appreciated?
How does the academic curriculum promote tolerance and awareness of other groups?
How are ERC activities, materials, tools, and services developmentally, culturally, and age appropriate?
How does the ERC program promote positive interactions among students from diverse backgrounds?
How does the academic curriculum help students make connections between their community and national, ethnic and
global perspectives?
Curricular Activities. The ERC’s mission will shape the program’s curricular structure, activities, and other
offerings.
•
•
How does the ERC academic structure, curriculum and activities support and accomplish your mission?
How do all aspects of the ERC curriculum form a coherent strategy?
•
How does the allocation of the ERC budget and other resources support your mission?
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Instructional Strategy
Criterion: Effective ERC programs organize and deliver instruction to build on students’ strengths, to take into
account their particular learning styles, and to provide for the greatest opportunity for student success.
Individual Focus. The ERC program will ensures that instruction recognizes each student’s developmental
assets, goals, and learning style.
•
•
•
•
How does the ERC determine the individual needs, developmental assets, and goals of each student and ensure that
they are addressed? Who is involved in the process?
What ERC process is used to reassess the individual needs, developmental assets, and goals of each student? Who is
involved? How often does a reassessment occur?
How does the ERC translate individual focus to an individual plan and how do you implement that plan?
What resources do ERC staff members have access to for diagnosis, assessment, and support services for special
education students and those with learning disabilities?
Instructional Delivery and Approaches. The ERC program will use a mixture of instructional approaches to
help youth achieve academic and applied learning objectives.
•
•
•
•
•
•
What opportunities do ERC staff members have to learn about instructional approaches that address different
learning styles?
How do ERC teachers tailor their instruction and activities to different ages and/or stages of maturity of students?
How do ERC teachers integrate reflection activities into their instruction?
How does instruction at the ERC actively engage youth? How are they encouraged to learn collaboratively?
How does the ERC program schedule time for integrated instruction, common planning time and learning outside the
classroom?
How does the ERC make sure materials are current and relevant?
Technology. The ERC program will incorporate information and communications technologies as integral
instructional tools.
•
•
•
What opportunities do staff members and students have to gain knowledge and competence in the use of computers
and other electronic tolls in the classroom?
How is technology used in the classroom to support learning?
How is the ERC equipped to handle the technological needs of the students?
Student Assessment. The ERC program will assess students for the purpose of instructional planning, academic
progress, and academic standards accountability.
•
•
•
How many different assessment measures does the ERC use? How do staff members ensure they are appropriate to the
purpose?
How many ways do ERC staff members measure and document competencies, knowledge and skills gained by the
students?
How do you help students understand and communicate the competencies they have mastered?
Targeted Population with Internal Support Structures
Targeted Youth Population. There will be a logical and visible relationship between the ERC program’s
mission, instruction, curriculum, and the youth it serves.
•
•
•
Who are the youth targeted by the ERC? How many do you serve per year? What is their average length of stay?
How does serving these youth relate to the purpose of the ERC?
How do you identify and recruit students?
Internal Support Structures. The ERC program will try to address the needs of all students and ensure that no
student falls through the cracks.
•
•
What ERC policies and procedures are in place for student enrollment, assessment, guidance, and referral to other
services or programs?
How do these policies ensure that no students fall through the cracks?
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Transitional Services
Transition System. Transition to and from the ERC program is smooth, seamless, and informed.
•
•
•
•
•
What type of orientation or other transition activities does the ERC provide youth entering the program?
What support is provided to those who complete the ERC program?
What policies and processes are in place to assist students in their transition from the ERC to postsecondary
institutions, employment, career, etc.?
What opportunities do students have to learn about transition options, such as enrolling and participating in
postsecondary institutions, early college programs, vocational/technical programs or other training programs?
What type of transcripts does the ERC use, e.g. competency-based, traditional?
Overcoming Barriers and Building Assets. The ERC program helps students overcome barriers that make
transition difficult.
•
•
•
What relationships do ERC staff have with social services, advocates, and the community that can help students deal
with barriers such as financing, homelessness, work/family/school balance, transportation, and childcare?
What types of support services and student activities does your ERC provide to ensure post-program success? For how
long after transition from the ERC?
How are ERC students prepared for facing stereotypes in the workplace, post-secondary education or elsewhere?
Essential Supports, Opportunities, and Services
Youth/Adult Relationships. The ERC program nurtures sustained relationships between students and caring,
knowledgeable adults.
•
•
•
•
What fraction of ERC students’ time is spent in small peer groups? In one-on-one interaction with adults? Without
direct supervision?
How does the ERC foster positive and supportive relationships, both formal and informal, between students and
educators, staff and other adults in the community?
How are ERC youth/adult relationships consciously used to promote students’ growth and development?
How does the ERC staff engage and continually work with parents and guardians?
Building Responsibility and Leadership. The ERC program gives youth opportunities to experience new roles
and responsibilities.
•
•
•
What opportunities do ERC students have to exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles within the school
program?
How does the ERC staff positively engage youth in their community? Do students have opportunities to plan and
perform community service or Service Learning activities?
How does the ERC staff promote positive peer and peer group relations to facilitate program attachment and student
achievement and success?
Supportive Services. The ERC program identifies and provides access to services that help students become
responsible and informed adults.
•
•
•
•
•
What services and opportunities are important and/or beneficial to your ERC students, such as childcare,
mental/physical health care, housing, transportation, recreational, and cultural activities?
How do you identify these supportive services for ERC students?
How do you provide or make these services accessible to ERC students?
Are there services and opportunities missing from the Simon Youth Foundation network? If so, how might you add
them?
Who are your partners and how are they engaged in the provision of supportive services for ERC students?
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School Climate
High Expectations. Behavioral expectations are high and ERC staff and students are held accountable.
•
•
•
•
•
Do you have a written code of ethics, behavior, and disciplinary procedures for the ERC? Who was involved in
developing the code? How are ERC students, educators, and other staff made aware of it? How do they use it?
How do you promote the highest expectations for all ERC students, educators and staff?
What kind of process do you have to help ERC students and staff resolve conflicts?
How do you ensure educators and staff behavior demonstrate respect for and valuing of all ERC students?
How do you ensure that all students demonstrate respect for and valuing of all educators, ensuring a climate of mutual
respect between ERC staff and students?
Anti-Discrimination. The ERC program combats institutional racism and discrimination. The ERC program
supports policies and practices that promote cultural competence.
•
•
•
What steps do you take to avoid discrimination or racism within the ERC program?
How does the ERC program foster staff awareness of diverse groups? How do you prepare staff to talk with ERC
students about racism and discrimination?
How do you help students navigate and combat racism and discrimination in the community, educational institutions,
and the workplace?
Physical Environment. The physical environment is conducive to learning.
•
•
•
How do you provide a safe and engaging ERC environment, a place participants want to be?
What is the student/teacher ratio in each ERC classroom?
How is the ERC environment made welcoming to youth and reflective of youth interests?
Community Connections
Community Resources. The ERC program recognizes and uses the resources available in the community to
address the learning and developmental needs of all students.
•
•
•
How are community residents and leaders engaged in your ERC program?
What opportunities do ERC students have to be involved in community-based learning? Do they receive credit toward
graduation for this?
How do you work with community members to enhance learning opportunities outside the ERC and beyond school
hours?
Community Connections. The ERC program leverages resources for youth through community connections.
•
•
•
•
How does the ERC program relate to the larger community’s goals and visions?
What collaborative ties have you developed and what purpose does each serve? How do these support your mission?
What additional collaborations might support your goals?
How do the Community Advisory Council, staff, and students of the ERC program advocate improving support
services for out-of-school youth?
What additional resources do you provide the community, such as classes for adults, use of the ERC as a community
center, or for special activities and meetings.
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QUALITY ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PRACTICES: SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
Category II: Organization, Management, Staffing, and Operations
Mission and Goals
Goals and Expectations. The ERC program presents clearly articulated academic and applied learning
objectives.
•
•
•
What are the goals and objectives of the academic program?
How are mall staff, educators, students, and parents/guardians, if applicable, informed about the ERC academic
program goals and expectations?
What opportunities do staff, educators, appropriate community partners, and students have to contribute to the
development and enhancement of the academic program?
Mission and Goals. The ERC program has a clearly articulated mission that is consistent with its goals and
activities.
•
•
•
•
What is the purpose of the ERC program, and Why?
Does the current ERC mission statement accurately reflect the purpose, which is being served, the services offered and
the outcomes to be achieved?
How do you ensure the mission continues to be relevant? Who is involved in that process?
Can mall staff, educators, board members, and students accurately describe the school program’s mission? How do
you communicate your mission within and beyond the ERC program?
Effective Leadership
The ERC program maintains strong, engaged, continuous and competent leadership.
•
•
•
•
•
Is there stable leadership at the ERC? What about at the mall serving the ERC?
How is the school district, as well as the Community Advisory Committee, involved in setting direction? In
maintaining a continuous improvement environment? In promoting the highest standards of staff performance?
How does the ERC program maintain continued effectiveness when leadership changes?
How do your leaders build community and other support for the ERC program?
How does your Community Advisory Council’s structure and composition support the ERC program’s mission?
Funding and Sustainability
The ERC program attracts stable and diverse funding sources.
•
•
•
•
•
How do you ensure that funding levels are sustained? What is the process?
What different sources of financial and non-financial support do you utilize for the operation of the ERC?
What efforts do you make to expand and increase support for the ERC?
How do you leverage resources for the ERC?
How do you communicate with funders to keep them informed about the ERC as well as to understand their goals and
needs?
Faculty and Staff
Professional Development. The ERC program has a well-developed professional development program for its
entire staff.
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How does the ERC program invest in professional development and training?
Does your Community Advisory Council have a professional development plan?
How are educators encouraged to participate in professional networks that support their individual development?
How do faculty and staff participate in identifying important areas for professional development? Do faculty and staff
have individual development plans?
Are there professional development activities other than the SYF yearly conference that educators and staff are
required to attend?
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Collaborative Climate. The ERC program has faculty and staff working together to achieve the school’s
mission and goals.
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What policies and procedures are in place for ERC staff members to work in teams?
How are ERC and mall staffs involved in the design and continuous improvement of the school?
What support activities, such as mentoring or coaching, do you provide for ERC staff?
How does the administration promote and model a collaborative learning environment?
How do you measure ERC staff satisfaction? What were your most recent results?
Qualifications. The ERC faculty and mall staff is qualified, committed, ethical, and credible to students.
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Is there ERC faculty and mall staff continuity? Does the mall staff ensure a commitment to your mission and high
expectations?
What is your ERC staff turnover rate? How do you think the ERC rate compares to other education programs in your
school district(s)?
What is the balance between “novice” and “experienced” faculty? Are educators certified or experienced in the subject
they teach?
How are ERC faculty and mall staff trained and supported to work effectively and compassionately with young
people? How do you ensure they understand and practice positive youth development?
Data Collection and Evidence of Success
Data Collection. The ERC program has an efficient, user-friendly process for collecting student and program
data.
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What day-to-day information does the ERC program need to manage its operations?
How do you get this information now? How is that data organized? How does the program collect and track
information about students?
What information does outside audiences, including funders, sponsors, and partners such as Simon Youth Foundation,
require?
What additional information would help you understand your efforts better and help in making decisions?
How do you find out what students are doing after they leave the ERC program?
Evidence of Success. The ERC program holds itself accountable for meeting its instructional and programmatic
objectives.
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What ERC outcomes are you currently measuring? Why have you chosen to measure these outcomes? How do they
relate to your mission and goals?
Are you now producing measures that correspond to each of the outcomes you are interested in?
Are there objectives or outcomes that seem important but are hard to measure?
What program outcomes are reported? To whom?
How are students better off as a result of your ERC program?
How might these outcomes compare with other interventions?
Are there outside standards or benchmarks you can apply in gauging the impacts of your ERC program? What
information is available to help you make useful comparisons of your results with other ERC programs?
Continuous Improvement
Continuous Improvement. The ERC program is committed to a continuous improvement strategy utilizing
diverse, comprehensive, and engaged Community Advisory Council or comparably named oversight vehicle
working on behalf of students.
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Which management practices in your ERC program contribute to your effectiveness and why?
How are your efforts for on-going improvement structured and implemented?
How does your ERC program use information and data to plan, manage and improve?
How are data shared among ERC faculty and mall staff?
How does student feedback inform improvement?
Who are your other stakeholders represented on the ERC Community Advisory Council? How do you identify them
and how do you involve them in ERC program planning? What structures are in place to get their feedback and to
communicate back to them?
Youth Voice. The ERC program involves students as active respected contributors.
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How are students involved in ERC program governance, program development, decision-making, and continuous
improvement activities?
How often do students develop and design their own projects, including service learning, work study, career
development, and subject area activities?
Academic Program Oversight. The ERC program has processes in place and provides support to oversee a challenging,
engaging academic program.
• Is there a staff member that facilitates the development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum and strategies
that are aligned with the ERC program’s learning mission and goals?
• Is there a designated person who coordinates collaborative efforts among the Community Advisory Council and
faculty to develop and articulate academic and applied learning objectives?
• Is there a staff person who arranges a regular, organization-wide review of the academic program and materials by the
Community Advisory Council and faculty members?
• Are these people designated through the Community Advisory Council? If not, how are they designated? What types
of support do they receive?
Instructional Oversight. The ERC program has processes in place and provides support to oversee
instructional design.
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Is there a designated staff person who ensures that instruction meets the individual needs of students?
Is there an ERC staff person, school district representative, or Community Advisory Council member who connects
staff to updated materials, resources, and technology?
Is there a staff person who ensures that youth are authentically engaged in their own education?
Is there a school district representative or Community Advisory Council member who fosters a climate of mutual
learning experiences among educators and students?
How are these people designated? What types of support do they receive?
Assessment Oversight. The ERC program has processes in place and provides support to oversee assessment.
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Is there an ERC staff person, school district representative, or Community Advisory Council member responsible for
determining the reliability of assessment indicators and the variety of tools used for assessment within the program?
How is this person designated? What types of support does he or she receive?
Professional Development Oversight. The ERC program has processes in place and provides support to
oversee professional development.
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Is there an ERC staff person, school district representative, or Community Advisory Council member who connects
faculty members to opportunities in mentoring, networking with SYF network colleagues, accessing new knowledge
and skills, creating personalized professional development plans, and being a part of feedback sessions?
Is there an ERC staff person or school district representative responsible for leading staff in the alignment of
instruction, curriculum, and student assessment with standards?
How are these people designated? What types of support do they receive?
REFERENCE: “NYEC EDNet Tool,” National Youth Employment Coalition, Washington, DC., www.nyec.org, 2002.
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