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LEECHBURG AREA BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
REGULAR MONTHLY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2014 - 7:30 PM/J. D. ORR BOARD ROOM
CALL TO ORDER: The Regular Meeting of the Leechburg Area Board of School Directors
was called to order at 7:35 PM in the J. D. Orr Board Room of the Parker D. Baker Building by
Mrs. Jean Stull, Board President.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Neill Brady, Ms. Carlotta Del Vecchio, Mrs. Megan Hamm, Mr. Brian
Ravotti, Mr. Anthony Shea, Ms. Jean Stull and Mrs. Kathryn Vargo.
Mr. Jeremy Smail (prior commitment) and Ms. Terri Smith (work commitment) were absent.
Also present were: Mr. Matthew Kruluts, K-12 Principal/School Psychologist, Mr. Frank
Ippolito, K-12 Assistant Principal, Mr. Mark George, Systems Administrator, Mr. Mark Lukacs,
Business Manager, Mr. Robert Cinpinski, Solicitor and Ms. Patricia Camp, Board Secretary.
MINUTES:
Special Board Meeting Minutes ----------------------------------------------------------- 03/17/14
Regular School Board Meeting Minutes ------------------------------------------------- 03/27/14
Board President, Mrs. Stull, requested comments, corrections and additions to the Minutes. Mrs.
Vargo noted addition of “for discussion” added to Page 8, third paragraph, second line of the
March 27, 2014 Regular Board Meeting Minutes in regard to Lenape Joint Operating Committee
discussions. On a motion by Mr. Shea, seconded by Mr. Brady the Minutes were approved as
amended.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS:
Date:
Time:
04/03/14 6:00 PM FULL BOARD-Personnel Issues Cancelled
Superintendent’s Office
04/10/14 6:30 PM FULL BOARD-Personnel Issues-Superintendent Candidates/Interviews
Superintendent’s Office
04/22/14 6:30 PM FULL BOARD-Personnel Issues-Superintendent Candidates/Interviews
Superintendent’s Office
04/24/14 6:30 PM FULL BOARD-Personnel Issues – Superintendent and Food Service
Director Candidates, staff issues, performance review, winter coach
retentions, teachers’ contract, bus driver incident, Lenape student
issue and bomb threat incident.
Superintendent’s Office
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PUBLIC WORK SESSION/AGENDA SETTING MEETINGS:
Date:
Time:
04/10/14 7:30 PM Public Work Session/Agenda Setting Meeting
J. D. Orr Board Room/Parker D. Baker Building
BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Student Representatives Report –Ms. Lindsey Rowe and Ms. Megan Vigna – No student
representatives in attendance.
ARIN Intermediate Unit Report – Mrs. Jean Stull – Annual ARIN Convention at BlairsvilleSaltsburg School District, attended with Ms. Del Vecchio, Mrs. Vargo and Dr. Prazenica.
Presentation on current media from pencil and paper to current technology available.
Introduced ARIN IU #28 Executive Director, Mr. James Wagner, who presented the 56 different
services available to District through IU including Early Childhood Education, programs for
pregnant teens (male and female), Adult Education, correctional institution programs, underage
user groups for addiction and abuse issues, transportation, autism program, cooperative
purchasing program for paper and other supplies, Early Intervention Program, Homeless Youth
Program, Teen Parenting, Teacher Effectiveness, Alternative Education Program Application,
Curriculum services in special education as well as Harrisburg visits to meet with PDE to share
with Districts. Reviewed recently approved IU support staff union’s 100% contribution for first
HSA reimbursement, six year contract, with potential six year contribution, screenings and
testing contribution and wellness program.
Mrs. Vargo noted previous ARIN IU #28 roofing issue and Dr. Wagner noted all issues
mitigated and tested for air quality, exterior wall section removed, architects arrived yesterday
and addressing entire issue from inside.
Lenape Monthly Report – Mrs. Jean Stull and Mrs. Kathryn Vargo (alternate for Mr. Shea)
reported budget meeting prior to public meeting and Adult Education Building construction
progressing nicely. Reported on second Adult Nursing Site, one cycle complete with good
outcome and running full cycle before accreditations occur. Joint Operating Committee (JOC)
discussed tragic loss of young lives April 17th and provided standard procedural letter. Several
Leechburg parents present to discuss half-day program scheduling issues, perceived Lenape and
non-Lenape student bullying issues, hallway disruptions but no specific incidences reported,
half-day program discussions, Lenape Accountable Block Grant funding, transportation and
potentially inviting Lenape Administration and Superintendent of Record to speak with Board.
Ms. Del Vecchio attended meeting as guest and reported tuition, minus basic education subsidy
and reduced tuition reimbursement for final cost information received and Leechburg parents
requested tuition on individual private dollars basis for their children’s full-time attendance.
Discussion ensued regarding Leechburg Administration currently unaware of student to student
bullying and Board requested parent names be provided to District’s Administration privately to
discuss alleged issues. Last Inservice Day, Dr. Prazenica spoke with staff regarding concerns,
recommended support of Career and Technical Center’s programs and noted scheduling issues
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discussed during Lenape Superintendent’s Meeting. Part-time pilot program may be removed
from the table and other districts having similar scheduling problems. Board recommendation to
share Ms. Del Vecchio’s information presented at last Lenape JOC Meeting and discuss as a
group prior to invitation for Lenape presentation. Mr. Kruluts offered to discuss any scheduling
issues with Lenape students or parents and 2014-2015 scheduling currently on hold awaiting
Lenape decision on programs. Lenape application deadline May 1st. Tenth grade program
running full course and timeframe for alternative action if part-time program pilot reassessed for
modification or elimination.
Armstrong County Tax Collection Committee Report – Mr. Jeremy Smail not present this
evening.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
Dr. Prazenica reported on progress of Superintendent’s search. Superintendent searches will be
offered at no cost to the District by Executive decision as noted by Mr. Jim Wagner, ARIN IU
#28 Director.
Dr. Prazenica commended Board on Pennsylvania Department of Education correspondence
received regarding Leechburg Area School District Comprehensive Plan meeting requirements
and next phase November 30, 2016. Dr. Prazenica noted credit goes to Directors and thanked
teachers for their support.
Dr. Prazenica reported on his and Mrs. Vargo’s attendance at the “Enhancing School
Governance and Management” workshop on March 21st. An informative program and discussed
hot topics in education.
Dr. Prazenica presented Mr. Matthew Kruluts and Mr. Mark George with Certificates of
Accomplishment for reductions of over one million dollars in cyber school costs.
Mr. Ippolito reported rounding up PSSA Science testing Monday, Dibels math and reading home
assessments, data meetings by grade level comparing beginning of school, fall, winter and spring
assessments to guide each individual student.
Mr. Kruluts noted PSSA winter data received. “Pittsburgh Business Times”, recognizing schools
and state assessment performance, three years of data, 103 local schools, Leechburg ranked 81st
in 2013 and ranked 74th in 2014 and very proud of students and staff. Ongoing activities include
anticipated vacancies needing filled prior to beginning of next school year and dates of activities
provided. Mock Accident Drill rescheduled due to actual significant accident that occurred in
which emergency crisis personnel attended.
Mr. Lukacs reported that West Leechburg Borough Real Estate and Occupation Tax Collector,
Ms. Marnie McGee, audit was without finding and she did a great job as Tax Collector.
Mr. George reported finally installed new switches, implemented from 100 mg to 10 gigs up and
running. Safety grant for surveillance cameras state bids are in and will meet administratively to
determine time frame.
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Dr. Prazenica added shared “Pittsburgh Business Times” articles with Mr. Kruluts when
originally arrived, developed goals for teaching staff and credit to teachers and administrators for
accomplishing goals and moving up seven points. Dealing with bomb incident on Tuesday, went
to both off-sites and more students in one facility due inability to use one off-site location,
remarkable work by everyone involved. Student assistance with setting up tables and chairs on
their own incentive was very impressive. Students on target with education in every classroom
in the school during visits today to deliver letters to parents, students and staff regarding
incident.
REMARKS BY VISITORS: Visitors are welcome to comment on any agenda items at this time,
provided it is understood that all remarks from the floor are subject to the same parliamentary
procedure followed by the Board under the direction of the president. Discussion from the floor
will not be entertained while action is being taken on agenda items by the Board. Completed
forms (blue forms for agenda items) will be collected for district records and will be used by the
president in recognizing each speaker.
Mr. Matthew Sorisio
462 First Street
Leechburg, PA 15656
Not representing Leechburg Little League organization; but speaking as a coach regarding Use
of Facilities Request submitted by Palomino Pony League for use of West Leechburg Baseball
Field. Little League also has 13-14 year old team utilizing field and informed may encounter
scheduling issues. Little League has every intention to cooperate but games, umpires and other
issues for scheduled games if conflicts occur.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
LEGISLATIVE ISSUES:
1. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to remove from the table and Amend the
following policies for the School District Policy Manual:
AMEND:
Policy 121 – Field Trips
(EXHIBIT OB-A1) Policy 210 – Use of Medications
Policy 220 – Student Expression/Distribution and Posting of Materials
Policy 246 – Student Wellness
Policy 313 – Evaluation of Employees
Policy 808 – Food Services
Policy 913 – Nonschool Organizations/Groups/Individuals
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
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NEW BUSINESS:
PERSONNEL:
1. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to accept the resignation, due to
retirement, of Mr. Mark Lukacs from the position of Business Manager, effective November
30, 2014 as presented in (Exhibit A1).
Motion made with regret. Acknowledged work being done and has District in a good
financial position.
Mr. Lukacs thanked School Board, Administration, staff, parents and students for allowing
him to finish his working career here. Truly an exceptional place due to love for school and
students. Everyone on this property puts students first. Volunteering is overwhelming,
larger school districts have many less volunteers. Common goal is for students, an
exceptional place and thanked everyone for allowing him to be part of it.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
2. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Ms. Del Vecchio to ratify the Intermittent Family
Medical Leave Request of Mrs. Ellen Toy beginning March 28, 2014.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
3. Mrs. Vargo made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to approve the Family Medical Leave
Request from Mrs. Emily King beginning on or about May 16, 2014 through the beginning
of the 2014-2015 school term.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
4. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to approve the Revised School Security
Police Officer/Director of School Safety Job Description following the six (6) month review
of position as presented in (Exhibit A4).
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
5. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to approve the following Substitute
position for the 2013-2014 school term:
Name
Kevin Hengelbrok
Position
Earth & Space Sci & General Sci Sub.
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Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
6. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to approve the following Supplemental
amended positions for the 2014-2015 school term:
Name
Position
Mark Jones
Football Varsity Assistant Coach JV (14/15)
Alvie Eshelman
Football Varsity Assistant Coach JV (14/15)
Jerry Bish
Football Varsity Assistant Coach JV (Split) (14/15)
Marty Hamm
Football Varsity Assistant Coach JV (Split) (14/15)
Mike Cominos
Volunteer Varsity Assistant Coach JV (14/15)
Mark Morrill
Volunteer Equipment Manager (14/15)
Debbie Young
Volleyball Girls Varsity Assistant Coach (14/15)
Randy Lamendola
Volunteer Part-time Coach (football)
Bill Rua
Statistician (Football games only)
Michael Nulph
Volunteer Part-time Coach (football)
To Be Determined
Junior High Football Assistant Coach
Junior High Football Assistant Coach will be presented at the May Regular Board Meeting.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
FINANCE:
1. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamm to authorize, acknowledge receipt and
approve the Single Audit Supplementary Information for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 as prepared
and submitted by the auditing firm of Mark C. Turnley, CPA (Exhibit B1).
Audit did not change and Federal money expenditure required Supplemental Audit, which had
no findings.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
2. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to authorize the Administration to
change fuel purchase cards from Citgo to Wright Express for purchasing of gasoline and offroad diesel at a minimum 1.65% discount on all fuel purchases as presented in (Exhibit B2).
Discussion ensued regarding tractor usage of off-road diesel fuel.
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Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
3. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to renew certification to continue
participation in the Better Unemployment Compensation (BUCS) Comprehensive Program
with the PSBA Insurance Trust for the period of July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015 as presented in
(Exhibit B3).
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
4. A motion is needed to approve RESOLUTION 2013-2014-05 authorizing Leechburg Area
School District’s participation in the ARIN 2014-2015 Cooperative Purchasing Program as
presented in (Exhibit B4). Need motion removed from the agenda. Motion removed
from the agenda.
Discussion ensued regarding previous Board approval for participation at January 23, 2014
Regular Board Meeting.
5. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamm to approve entering into an Agreement
with EnerNOC that will result in EnerNOC paying the District if it is able to curtail some of
its electricity demand during peak demand periods. There is no cost to the District for
participating in this 5-year Agreement. The District could be paid as much as $67,989 over
the next five years under this agreement, but this amount is only an estimate based on
Leechburg’s current electricity usage and an estimated reduction during peak demand periods
as presented in (Exhibit B5).
Discussion ensued regarding exceptional program and used to determine District’s electrical
usage.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
6 Ayes.
1 Nay – Mrs. Vargo
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
6. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to acknowledge receipt of the following
Financial Reports and to approve the expenditures specifically set forth therein:
Cash Receipts
Tax Collectors’ Report
List of Payments
Treasurer’s Report
Quarterly Scholarship Account Summary
Revenue Detail Report
Monthly Expenditure Report
Quarterly Student Activity Account Summary
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(Exhibit B6)
(Exhibit B7)
(Exhibit B8)
(Exhibit B9)
(Exhibit B10)
(Exhibit B11)
(Exhibit B12)
(Exhibit B13)
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Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
Mr. Shea made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ravotti to combine and approve the Field Trip
Requests, Use of Facilities Request #1 and Fund Raising Requests:
FIELD TRIP REQUESTS:
1. A motion is needed to ratify/approve the following Field Trip Requests as presented in
(Exhibit C1):
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REQUESTOR(S)
ON BEHALF
PURPOSE/LOCATIONS
DATE(S)
1
Dot Hoffman
SADD Club
2
Jeffrey Zelonka
Envirothon
Participants
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Kathy Hooks
DLE Troubadours
(Select Choir)
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Jeffrey Zelonka
Ecology Class
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Students with
Support IEPs
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Michelle Ferretti/
Matt Barczykowski/
Mark Jones
6th Grade Teachers
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Shayle Prorok
Art Club
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Amy Barley/
Jessica Herring
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Debra Young/
Edward Bearer
Mark George
Physics I, II and
AP Calculus
Classes
5th Grade Classes
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6th Grade Classes
Project “Sticker Shock”,
Local Beer Distributors
Envirothon Competition,
Crooked Creek Learning
Center, Ford City, PA
Singing National Anthem at
Little League Opening Day,
Leechburg, PA
Pittsburgh Zoo Visit,
Pittsburgh, PA
Earned Field Trip to Fun Fest,
Harmarville, PA
04/11/14
ESTIMATED
COST
$0
04/30/14
$205.00 S
04/26/14
$0
05/08/14
$440.00 S-2
05/09/14
$0
Tour-Ed Mine and Museum
Tour, Tarentum, PA
Mattress Factory Museum,
Pittsburgh, PA
Physics/Math Education Days
at Kennywood Park,
Pittsburgh, PA
Gateway Clipper Lock and
Dam Cruise, Pittsburgh, PA
Trip to Kennywood
05/12/14
$410.00
05/13/14
$0 S-2
05/20/14
$930.00 S-2
05/23/14
$410.00
Varsity Football
08/09/14
$0
Players
USE OF FACILITIES REQUESTS:
1. A motion is needed to ratify/approve the following Use of Facilities Requests as presented in
(Exhibit D1):
# REQUESTOR(S)
ON BEHALF
PURPOSE/LOCATIONS
DATE(S)
1 Jolynn Young
Leechburg National Induction Ceremonies, Auditorium
04/02/14
Honor Society
2 Jolynn Young
Leechburg National Pie-A-Teacher/Duct Tape The Principal,
04/24/14
Honor Society
Gymnasium Motion removed from agenda
3 Ernie Sipolino
Summer Baseball
Summer Baseball Palomino Division, 16-19
05/15/14Palomino Division year olds, West Leechburg Baseball Field
07/07/14
Separate motion
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FUND RAISING REQUESTS:
1. A motion is needed to ratify/approve the following Fundraising Requests as presented in
(Exhibit E1):
# REQUESTOR(S)
ON BEHALF
PURPOSE/LOCATIONS
DATE(S)
1 Dot Hoffman
SADD Club
Easter-Grams/Bunny-Peeps/
04/03/14-04/14/14
Smores Sales
2 Amy Barley/
Jr./Sr. High
Kings of the Court Volleyball
05/01/14-05/30/14
Patty Osborne
Student Councils Tournament
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
USE OF FACILITIES REQUESTS:
1. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to ratify/approve the following Use of
Facilities Requests as presented in (Exhibit D1):
# REQUESTOR(S)
ON BEHALF
PURPOSE/LOCATIONS
3 Ernie Sipolino
Summer Baseball
Summer Baseball Palomino Division, 16-19
Palomino Division year olds, West Leechburg Baseball Field
DATE(S)
05/15/1407/07/14
Discussion ensued regarding past practice with use of West Leechburg baseball field. District
activities have first use and Leechburg Little League schedule holds precedence over other use
requests. Board recommended Athletic Director be involved in discussions with Leechburg
Little League and Palomino Summer Baseball League. District baseball team’s schedule ends
May 8th, and first come, first served after that point. Mr. Kruluts will note Board’s intent as to
who requested facilities first.
LEGISLATIVE ISSUES:
1. Mrs. Hamm made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to approve the First Reading the
following policy for the School District Policy Manual:
FIRST READING: Policy 810.2 – Transportation-Video/Audio Recording (Exhibit F1)
Discussion ensued regarding annual parent letters being modified to include necessary
language. Transportation provided by W. L. Roenigk Bus Company and will place cameras
in busses, if necessary. Previously discussed Board approval for policy to be in place; but
not currently implementing. Administration will research necessity of placing information
in student handbook, including information in annual mailing, notification to students
attending field trips on school busses and signage on busses. Attorney Cinpinski will review
need for policy language change.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
6 Ayes.
1 Nay – Mrs. Vargo
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
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OLD BUSINESS: None
COMMUNICATIONS: The student Taiko group was selected to perform at the PMEA AllState Band Festival on March 27th. Dr. Prazenica read correspondence the District received from
the Association involved commending Mr. Reams and our students for their performance.
OTHER:
1. Discussion on PSBA Policy Recommendation – Policy 810.2 TransportationVideo/Audio Recording Moved to Agenda for First Reading consideration.
1. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamm to ratify the Intermittent Family Medical
Leave Request of Mr. Heath Shimer beginning March 11, 2014.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
2. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hamm to authorize the Administration to
donate $25.00 each to the Leechburg Volunteer Fire Department and the First Baptist
Church, both located in Leechburg, PA, for miscellaneous expenses incurred during the
school’s utilization of facilities on April 22, 2014.
Discussion ensued regarding everyone involved could not have been more accommodating to the
staff and students. Leechburg Police and Fire Department arrived within five minutes; all
emergency crisis team participation was remarkable and thanked all agencies from
Westmoreland, Allegheny and Armstrong Counties for amazing support the District received.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
3. Mrs. Vargo made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to grant Dr. Frank C. Prazenica, Jr. 40
hours of time off during his tenure as Acting Superintendent.
Clarification provided by Attorney Cinpinski that length of service as Acting Superintendent not
anticipated when accepted. Board’s desire to grant time off, which Dr. Prazenica noted will
remain on call during time away.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
ADDENDUM TO AGENDA:
PERSONNEL:
1. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to ratify the Intermittent Family Medical
Leave Request of Mrs. F. Kelly Sadler beginning April 3, 2014.
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Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent
2. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ravotti to approve an updated K-12 Assistant
Principal Job Description as presented in (Exhibit AA1).
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent
3. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Ms. Del Vecchio to approve the following
contracts:
Patricia Camp-Administrative Assistant/Confidential Secretary-July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015
Ann Marie Crosby-Administrative Assistant-Business Operations-July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
6 Ayes.
1 Nay – Mrs. Vargo
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent
4. Mr. Brady made a motion, seconded by Mr. Shea to approve the following contracts:
Kenneth Jarrett-Technology Assistant-July 1, 2014 –June 30, 2015
Stephanie Hooks-Athletic Trainer-July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
6 Ayes.
1 Nay – Mrs. Vargo
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent
5. Mr. Shea made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to approve the following contract:
Mark George-Director of Technology-July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015
Note: Title changed to Director of Technology from Systems Administrator
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
6 Ayes.
1 Nay – Mrs. Vargo
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent
6. Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to approve the following contract:
Patricia Camp-Board Secretary (Four-year Agreement: July 1, 2013-June 30, 2017)
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Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
6 Ayes.
1 Nay – Mrs. Vargo
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent.
Mr. Ravotti made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brady to authorize other support personnel to
donate sick days to another employee for purpose of allowing her to get through this difficult
time period. Subject to an agreement being arrived at with the Service Employees International
Union, being non-precedent setting and District reserves the right to approve or deny similar or
different requests in the future and subject to the Solicitor’s review of the final Agreement with
the Service Employees International Union.
Discussion ensued regarding support personnel off due to family issue, inclination to authorize
and donation of sick days with agreement non-precedent setting and approve or deny similar
actions in the future.
Voice Vote – Motion Carried.
All Ayes.
Mr. Smail and Ms. Smith were absent
REMARKS BY VISITORS ON ITEMS NOT INCLUDED ON THE AGENDA (OPEN
FORUM): Visitors are welcome to make comments relating to topics not covered on the agenda,
within reasonable limits of time, and under the rules pertaining to parliamentary procedure as
provided in the district policy. Completed forms (white forms for non-agenda items) will be
collected for district records and will be used by the president in recognizing each speaker.
Mr. Wagner thanked Board for allowing him to be here this evening and noted Business
Managers are in short supply in Western Pennsylvania. Mr. Wagner offered ARIN IU #28’s
assistance with locating a replacement.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF DATE, TIME AND PLACE OF THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS:
1. Recessed/Reconvened Meetings Executive Session-April 28, 2014 – 6:00 PM – Food Service Director Interviews
Executive Session-May 3, 2014 at 9:00 AM – Superintendent Interviews
2. Committee Meetings Public Work Session/Agenda Setting Meeting
Thursday, May 8, 2014 – 7:30 PM
J. D. Orr Board Room/Parker D. Baker Building
Executive Session – 6:30 PM
Superintendent’s Office/Central Administration Office
3. Regular Board MeetingThursday, May 22, 2014 - 7:30 PM
J. D. Orr Board Room/Parker D. Baker Building
Executive Session – 6:30 PM
Superintendent’s Office/Central Administration Office
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ADJOURNED: On a motion by Mr. Ravotti seconded by Mr. Shea the Regular Monthly Board
Meeting of April 24, 2014 adjourned at 9:15 PM in the J. D. Orr Board Room.
Respectfully submitted,
Patricia R. Camp
Executive Session: The Board entered into Executive Session at 9:15 PM to discuss
Superintendent Candidates and Interviews scheduled for May 3, 2014 at 9:00 AM.