UPPER PERKIOMEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
2229 East Buck Road
Pennsburg PA 18073
November 8, 2012
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Upper Perkiomen School District
was called to order by President Harold M. Quinque, at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Perkiomen School
District Education Center.
The following people attended: William G. Scott, Jennifer G. Allebach, Catherine Fenley,
Harold M. Quinque, Jeffrey A. Feirick, Raeann B. Hofkin, Robert E. Pepe, John L. Gehman and
Margie K. Gehlhaus. Administration in attendance were: Elizabeth Hammond Yonson, EdD.,
Francis C. Leskowicz, EdD., and Sandra M. Kassel.
Also attending were: Martha Yoder, George W. Baver, Jr., Sherry L. Fasolka, Richard
Stinson, Cynthia Mennel, James McFadden, Andy Sokol, Aiyi Young, Sara Oswald, and Lauren
Powers.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
An Executive Session was held prior to tonight’s meeting for personnel.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Dr. Yonson talked about the closing and opening of the schools during the last week’s
storm. The safety of the children was the main concern throughout the decision making
process.
Dr. Yonson talked about the Ministerium Luncheon which was held at the Western Center
this year. It is a very positive meeting where the constituents can get together to talk about
issues important to the school community and the community at large and how they can
work together.
Dr. Yonson introduced Michele Burns, Middle School Art Teacher. Mrs. Burns informed the
Board that the Middle School is very excited to have an opportunity to exhibit Middle School
student’s artwork at the Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center. Their exhibit will be on
display from February 24, 2013 to April 14, 2013.
Dr. Yonson also wanted to recognize the extra efforts that Karen Henry and John Sheeran
put forth during the Hurricane.
PRESENTATIONS
A. Distinguished Service Awards - Dr. Francis Leskowicz
1. Miriam E. Sampayo (posthumously) – Education Center
Student Artist – Keaton Durning, Grade 4
2. Gerald L. Spohn - Education Center
Student Artist – Aiyi Young – Grade 5
3. Martha G. Yoder - High School
Student Artist – Adam Whittaker, Grade 11
4. George W. Baver, Jr. – Middle School
Student Artist – Eric Reese, Grade 8
5. Sherry L. Fasolka – Marlborough Elementary School
Student Artist – Sara Oswald, Grade 4
6. Eileen Stinson – Hereford Elementary School
Student Artist – Lauren Powers, Grade 2
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B. Above & Beyond Award - James McFadden, School Resource Officer, presented by Andy
Sokol.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
A.
Academic Achievement – Jennifer G. Allebach, Chairperson
B.
Finance – Harold Quinque, Chairperson
C. Policy – Jeffrey A. Feirick, Chairperson
D. Co-Curricular – Jennifer G. Allebach, Chairperson
E.
Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center – William Scott, Representative
F.
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit – William G. Scott, Representative
G. Legislative Liaison – Robert Pepe, Representative
H. UP Valley Regional Planning Commission – Margie K. Gehlhaus, Representative
I.
Upper Perkiomen Education Foundation – Jeffrey A. Feirick, Board Chairman
MINUTES
Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by Jennifer G. Allebach, to approve the
Board Meeting Minutes of October 11, 2012, the Board Workshop Meeting Minutes of
September 27, 2012, the Personnel Report and the Action Items.
Motion by Robert E. Pepe, seconded by William G. Scott, to pull out Action Item B.
VOTE: Scott – yes, Allebach – yes, Fenley – yes, Quinque – yes, Feirick – no, Hofkin – yes,
Pepe – yes, Gehman – yes, Gehlhaus – yes. Motion carried.
Motion by William G. Scott, seconded by Jennifer G. Allebach, to approve the
Board Meeting Minutes of October 11, 2012, the Board Workshop Meeting Minutes of
September 27, 2012, the Personnel Report and the Action Items, minus Action Item B.
VOTE: Scott – yes, Allebach – yes, Fenley – yes, Quinque – yes, Feirick – no, Hofkin – yes,
Pepe – yes, Gehman – yes, Gehlhaus – yes. Motion carried.
PERSONNEL REPORT
A. RESIGNATIONS
1. Andrea K. Buckno, Elementary Teacher at Hereford Elementary School, effective
November 8, 2012.
2. Nicole A. Rissmiller, Educational Assistant at Marlborough Elementary School,
effective October 22, 2012.
B. APPOINTMENTS
1. SUPPORT STAFF
a. Samantha M. Beard, Special Education Assistant at Marlborough Elementary
School, effective November 5, 2012, at $9.25/hour, step 1, for 7 hours/day, every
student day, plus $2.00/hour stipend for personal care needs of the student when/if
utilized. Samantha is replacing Nicole Rissmiller, who resigned. Samantha will also
receive 20 hours of training per year of professional development as required by
PDE Chapter 14 regulations.
b. Kristie L. Hermann, part-time Food Service Staff Member at the High School,
effective October 25, 2012, at $9.35/hour, Step 1, for 4.75 hours/day, for 183
days/year. Kristie will replace Nancy Ritter, who resigned.
c. Susan M. Hetrick, Playground Monitor at Hereford Elementary School, effective
October 22, 2012, at $9.25/hour, Step 1, for 2 hours/day, for 181 days/year. Susan
will replace Tara Rumer, who resigned.
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d. Susan F. Yaroch, Compass Learning Computer Lab Assistant for the 12th grade
PSSA retest program at the Upper Perkiomen High School, effective for the
2012-2013 school year, not to exceed 40 hours at the rate of $14.62/hour, step 13.
C. OTHER APPOINTMENTS
1. PER DIEM SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS, effective for the 2012-2013 school year:
a. Christine M. Bradley
b. Carolyn B. Brand
b. Kara D. Kernick
c. Sarah S. Kester
d. Colleen N. Luskin
e. Megan N. Nixon
f. Kelly C. Riccio
g. Jamie L. Sell
2.
SUBSTITUTE SUPPORT STAFF, effective October 16, 2012:
a. Cathy S. Fluharty
b. Cynthia E. Gehman
c. Andrea L. Medveckus
d. Claire R. Wharton
3.
HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTORS, at the rate of $33.76/hour:
a. Benjamin Kunkle
b. Vincent Leskusky
c. John Martin
d. Sharon Schoelkopf
e. Michael Tirjan
4.
SUPPLEMENTAL SALARY POSITIONS for the 2012-2013 school year:
Area
Status
Position
Name
Schedule
Salary
Performance
Resignation
Drama Director Kelly Cahoon
A
Positions
MS Asst.
Performance
Appointment
Drama Director – Michele Burns
B
$780.00
Positions
MS Asst.
5.
SUPPLEMENTAL SALARY POSITIONS for the 2012-2013 school year:
Area
Position
Name
Schedule
Salary
Boys' Basketball
Boys' Basketball
Boys' Basketball
Boys' Basketball
Girls' Basketball
Girls' Basketball
Girls' Basketball
Swimming
Swimming
Wrestling
Wrestling
Wrestling
Wrestling
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
MS Assistant
MS Assistant
Varsity Coach
Assistant Coach
MS Assistant
Varsity Coach
Assistant Coach
Varsity Coach
Assistant Coach
MS Coach
MS Assistant
Todd Swenk (50%)
Michael Geary (50%)
Luke Verna
Jared Krupp
Edmund Sovia
Greg Thren
Debbie James-Roland
Jessica Crawfort
Kyle A, Kuser
Thomas Hontz
Samuel Walters
Vincent Leskusky
Mark Smith
B
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
A
A
A
A
A
$1,984.00
$2,480.00
$3,062.00
$3,062.00
$8,270.00
$4,960.00
$3,062.00
$5,811.00
$2,993.00
$8,270.00
$4,960.00
$4,137.00
$3,062.00
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6. VOLUNTEER COACHES:
h.
Bruce G. Dervarics, HS Girls’ Basketball
i.
Ryan Garner, HS Wrestling
j.
David Moser, HS Girls’ Basketball
k.
Jamy Ritter, HS Wrestling
l.
Mark Smith, Jr., MS Wrestling
m. Michael Tannous, HS Swimming
7. RATE SCHEDULE FOR ATHLETIC EVENTS for the winter 2012-2013:
SWIMMING
Timer
Dual Meet
Single Meet
Championship
Per Game
$49
$30
$82
Scorer (Student Help)
Dual Meet (Home)
Single Meet (Home)
Championship
Dual Meet (Away)
Single Meet (Away)
$20
$10
$26
$20
$10
WRESTLING
Timer & Scorer
Varsity & JV
Middle School
$49
$40
Scorer (Student Help)
Varsity & JV (H & A)
$20
BASKETBALL
Timer
Varsity & JV
Varsity Game Only
Two Varsity Games
JV Game Only
7th & 8th Grade (2)
7th or 8th Grade (1)
Per Game
$49
$25
$55
$20
$36
$15
Scorer
Varsity & JV
Varsity Game Only
Two Varsity Games
JV Game only
Scorer (Student Help)
Varsity & JV
JV
$20
$10
TICKET SELLERS
$42
$49
$25
$55
$20
HS/MS Contracted Trainer $30 per hour
TICKET SELLERS
$42
ACTION ITEMS
A. Motion to approve the attached Resolution authorizing proceeding with the
Refunding of General Obligation Bonds, Series of 2007. (Attachment B)
C.
Motion to approve the addendum to extend the current agreement with Constellation
NewEnergy Inc. (PPL) from July 25, 2013 to July 27, 2015 at the new kilowatt per hour
rate of $0.04582.
D.
Motion to approve the addendum to extend the current agreement with Constellation
NewEnergy Inc. (PECO) from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2015 at the new kilowatt per hour
rate of $0.04567.
E.
Motion to approve the addendum to extend the current agreement with Constellation
NewEnergy Inc. (MetED) from July 10, 2013 to July 14, 2015 at the new kilowatt per
hour rate of $0.04434.
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F.
Motion to approve the addition of the Gay-Straight Alliance Club to our list of extracurricular activities in accordance with Board Policy #122.
G.
Motion to approve the following new Board Policy and Administrative Regulation:
1. Policy #250 & AR – Student Accidents And Injuries (Attachment D)
B.
Motion to approve the comprehensive professional services proposal provided by
Architerra, P.C. for the reconstruction of the High School Tennis Court complex.
The cost for the tasks not to exceed $25,700 plus reimbursable expenses (estimated at
$1,800.00) plus the cost of any permit applications. (Attachment C)
Motion by Robert E. Pepe, seconded by Margie K. Gehlhaus, to table Action Item B.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Scott – yes, Allebach – yes, Fenley – yes, Quinque – yes, Feirick – yes,
Hofkin – yes, Pepe – yes, Gehman – yes, Gehlhaus – yes. Motion carried.
Motion by Robert E. Pepe, seconded by Raeann B. Hofkin, to have Administration utilize
two other companies to present a summary of a professional opinion of the High School
Tennis Courts and to see if a renovation is possible. Motion carried; all voted aye.
BUSINESS REPORTS
Motion by Jeffrey A. Feirick, seconded by William G. Scott, to approve the attached Business
Reports as presented and payment of bills, in the amount of $1,224,750.22, with the
exception of checks #80073 through #80079 for $406.50, and check #80156 for $814.67 for the
General Fund. Motion carried; all voted aye.
Motion by Jeffrey A. Feirick, seconded by Margie K. Gehlhaus, to approve the payment of
checks #80073 through 80079 in the amount of $406.50, check #80156 in the amount of
$814.67, from the General Fund. VOTE: Scott – yes, Allebach – yes, Fenley – yes, Quinque –
yes, Feirick – yes, Hofkin – yes, Pepe – yes, Gehman – abstain, Gehlhaus – yes. Motion carried.
Motion by Jeffrey A. Feirick, seconded by Margie K. Gehlhaus, to approve the attached list of
Per Capita Exonerations. Motion carried; all voted aye.
BOARD COMMENTS
Mr. Quinque announced that the Academic and Finance Committee meetings will be held on
November 29, 2012 and that the Regular Reorganization Board Meeting will be held on Monday,
December 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Scott commented on how the Spring-Ford Area School District has not enrolled any of their
students in the new Life Skills program at the Western Center.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Jeffrey A. Feirick, seconded by William G. Scott, that the meeting be adjourned at
8:30 p.m.
Sandra M. Kassel, Board Secretary