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NORTHERN VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEMAREST, NEW JERSEY 07627
FEBRUARY 4, 2015 (Rescheduled January 26, 2015 Regular Meeting)
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING: Monday, January 26, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Demarest High School Cafeteria
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MEET IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO
DISCUSS PERSONNEL, NEGOTIATIONS AND/OR LITIGATIONS.
The meeting is opened by the Board President.
Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL:
ALSO PRESENT:
Mr. Louis DeLisio, President
Mrs. Maria Kim, Vice President
Mr. Joseph Argenziano
Mrs. Alice Comer
Mrs. Kathy Fable
Ms. Tiffany Kaplan
Dr. George Kipel
Mr. John Passalacqua
Mr. John Schettino
Absent
Arrived at 7:55 p.m.
Lawrence Hughes, Interim Superintendent of Schools
Joanette Femia, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
“THE NEW JERSEY OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS LAW WAS ENACTED TO INSURE THE RIGHT
TO THE PUBLIC TO HAVE ADVANCE NOTICE OF AND TO ATTEND THE MEETINGS OF
PUBLIC BODIES AT WHICH ANY BUSINESS AFFECTING THEIR INTEREST IS DISCUSSED OR
ACTED UPON.”
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ACT, THE NORTHERN VALLEY
REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION HAS CAUSED NOTICE OF THIS
MEETING TO BE PUBLICIZED BY HAVING THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE THEREOF POSTED
AND FILED IN THE BOROUGH HALL OF EACH CONSTITUENT BOROUGH IN THE DISTRICT
AND SENT TO THREE NEWSPAPERS CIRCULATING IN THE DISTRICT.
THIS MEETING WILL BE TAPE RECORDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH POLICY.
THE BOARD PRESIDENT WILL OPEN THE MEETING FOR PUBLIC COMMENT AT THE
REQUEST OF THE BOARD. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL BE ALLOWED FIVE MINUTES
TO PRESENT INFORMATION TO THE BOARD.
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The January 26th Regular Meeting was postponed to February 4th due to inclement weather.
The meeting recessed to Executive Session at 6:35 p.m.
Present at Executive Session were Lou Delisio, Alice Comer, John Passalaqua, Maria Kim,
Kathy Fable, Joe Argenziano.
There was Student Suspension Hearing
Mr. Hughes explained the process, the Board attorneys will summarize the process (an
interpreter was provided by the attorney)
No action was taken; the Board will make a decision in regards to this hearing within 5 days.
At 7:10 p.m. the Executive continued. The Board had a discussion with regard to the potential
March 10, 2015 Referendum.
No Action was taken.
At 7:42 p.m. the Public portion of the Board Meeting began
There were approximately 150 members of the public, 19 staff members and 18 students.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Mr. Hughes noted that students will be recognized for achievements in Volleyball at this
evenings meeting.
Mrs. Hughes commended the custodial staff for the great job in cleaning the facilities with the
amount of snow we have had.
The Old Tappan and Demarest Volleyball Teams were recognized by the Board for their
outstanding achievements during this past season.
Mr. Hughes introduced Mr. Cappazi who gave an overview of the projects associated with the
Referendum. A more detailed presentation will be given at the Monday, February 9th Meeting.
Mr. Hughes reviewed the process of the PRIDE Survey and introduced Ellen Alias who
presented on the results of the Survey.
At 8:35 p.m. on motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Mrs. Fable and approved by the Board the
meeting was Open for discussion with regard to PRIDE Survey Presentation.
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Wendy King of Old Tappan asked a question in regard to the numbers of students that responded
to the Survey by grade level.
Susanne Solomon of Norwood made a statement in regard to trends and suggested repeating the
Survey.
Jane, a senior at Demarest High School asked if the Survey would be done again in the next few
years.
Donna Weintraub of Haworth made a statement in regard to the similarities of the high school
survey to the Haworth Survey and questioned the size of the sampling. She suggested that
incoming 8th grade parents should be met with to be made aware of the implications of
substance abuse.
Anne Hauseman of Norwood thanked the Board for the Survey and asked if other substances
than alcohol and marijuana were included in the Survey. The response was yes other substances
were included but the responses were very few.
GC Vaghasia of Norwood inquired if the survey included abuse of prescription drugs as well,
response; yes but very low response.
Soci Kayserian spoke for the NV Coalition and thanked the Board for the Survey and the report
of the results. Ms. Kayserian reported information on the SAFE Homes Programs; they have
244 families that have signed up at this time. She reported on programs such as Trunk or Treat
that was organized for the students and thanked the Board for their support.
At 8:53 p.m. the meeting was Closed to the Public regarding the PRIDE Survey.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT - CONTINUED
The Board of Education is on or ahead of schedule for its Goals, including the PRIDE Survey
and the survey going out to our alumni. As well as the Referendum will go to the public for vote
on March 10th with the confirmation of Debt Service Aid. Another goal is to continue the
Superintendent Search which is ongoing as well. The report of our AP program will be
discussed this month by Matt Spatz at the meeting of February 23rd. Mr. Hughes reported that
he attended the TECHSPO Convention and several of our Administrators presented at the
Convention. Mr. Hughes commended the Administration for the organization of a lockdown
during lunch period.
HIB - 4 reported, 3 did not meet the threshold.
Mr. Hughes noted that January is National School Board recognition month, and we have a
resolution on the agenda taking the opportunity to recognize our Boards that support our
Schools!
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Our District received a high award for the OT Coldwater literary publication.
Mr. Hughes noted that there has been some concern in the community in regards to the potential
relocation of the Valley Program from OLV to Holy Family. Mr. Hughes noted that at this time
there are no decisions to be made as we are still in negotiations with the Archdiocese.
Mr. Hughes noted that there are several Blue Motions on the agenda that involve personnel
appointments. He also noted that 2 of our programs have been recognized by the State, one
being our Valley Program as well as our Curriculum Department which is sponsored by our 7
sending districts.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
Connor Wilson student representative from NVD reported on various academic and athletic
student accomplishments. Connor noted several co-curriculum and class trips, as well as the
recognition of MLK Day and distribution of report cards. Connor also reported on musical
accomplishments and noted that the rehearsals are underway for the Hello Dolly musical. NVD
Student Senate is planning a virtual school day, raising funds for a micro wave in the cafe as well
as various fundraising events.
Stephanie Vitellaro, student representative from OT reported on various fundraising
efforts. Stephanie reported on Sprit Day events, various academic and athletic student
accomplishments, co-curricular accomplishments, and noted students that made the All Eastern
Choir and Band as well as Regional Orchestra, also noted presentations provided to the students
in regard to substance abuse and making appropriate choices. Coldwater Literary Magazine
received high honors. Congratulations to Ms. Senada on her new appointment.
Mr. Hughes thanked the Student representatives for their reports and noted that the students at
Demarest and Old Tappan are making amazing accomplishments.
At 9:25 p.m. on motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Dr. Kipel and approved by the Board the
meeting was Open to the Public for agenda items. There were no comments by the Public.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mr. Schettino reported that the Athletic/Co-curricular Committee met this morning and will
know at the end of February what the results of the request for our division not to compete with
non-public schools. The Committee also discussed golf. Mr. Schettino also noted that a former
student of ours at Old Tappan did her research and created a plague acknowledging all the
accomplishments of the track athletes at Old Tappan. Mr. Schettino noted that if you get the
opportunity to attend one of our athletic events you will enjoy it and the students will appreciate
it.
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The following resolutions were approved as indicated and the December 2014 Minutes was
accepted.
On motion by Dr. Kipel, seconded by Mrs. Kim and approved by the Board resolutions F1-F8
were approved unanimously.
FINANCE
F1.
John Passalacqua, Chairperson
George Kipel
Maria Kim
District Monthly Reports/Bills
That the Board of Education approves the bills of the Northern Valley Regional High School District for
the period of December 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014 for General, Debt Service, Special Revenue,
Enterprise Fund and NV Technical Services which had previously been approved by the various
committees be approved and payment made through Columbia or Valley National Bank from funds in the
appropriate accounts as follows:
Payroll
$4,270,526.91
Fund (10, 13, 20, 40, 50, 53, 54, 58)
$4,432,382.96
Fund (30)
$
0
Fund (59)
$ 97,523.01
Fund (51)
$
0
Total
$8,800,432.88
That the Board of Education approves the report of the following funds and accounts as of
December 31, 2014 be approved and detailed reports are available in the Business Office:
Petty Cash (Demarest)
Petty Cash (Old Tappan)
December Student Activity Fund (Demarest)$
December Student Activity Fund (Old Tappan)
$
36.00
$
226.37
$376,911.00
$244,798.00
Scholarship Fund
$ 23,990.93
Note: Student Fund Reports are available in the Business Office.
F2.
Investment of Funds/District
That the Board of Education approves in accordance with previously adopted directives and
agreements with the below institution, the following investments made by the Secretary during
December 2014 be approved:
Beginning Balance
Net Changes
Current Balance
MBIA
$ -0$ -0$ -0Bank of America
$ -0$ -0$ -0*Valley National Bank .25% and Columbia .10% general checking accounts.
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F3.
Regional Programs Reports/Bills
That the Board of Education approves the bills of the Regional Programs administered by
Northern Valley Regional High School District for the period of December 1, 2014 to December
31, 2014 for General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Enterprise Fund, which had previously
been approved by the various committees, be approved and payment made through Colombia
Bank from funds in the appropriate accounts as follows:
Payroll
Funds (55, 56, 57)
Total
$ 975,917.99
$ 544,949.80
$1,520,867.79
F4.
Investment of Funds/Regional Programs
That the Board of Education approves in accordance with previously adopted directives and
agreements with the below institution, the following Regional Programs investments made by
the Secretary during December 2014, be approved:
12/31/14 Balance
$0
**Columbia checking interest rate is .10% and Valley National Bank .25%
F5.
Transfer of Funds
That the Board of Education approves the Board Secretary be authorized to make transfers in the
2014-2015 Budget of the NVRHSD. (Addendum “A”)
F6.
Secretary/Treasurer Reports
That the Northern Valley Regional High School District Board of Education acknowledges
receipt of the Report of the Treasurer and Report of the Secretary for the month ending
December 31, 2014; and
Further, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)3, I certify that as of December 31, 2014, no line
item account has encumbrances and expenditures, which total exceed the line item appropriation
in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(a).
F7.
Budget 2015-2016
That the Board of Education has a discussion relative to the preliminary 2015-2016 School
Budget.
F8.
Donation – Old Tappan
That the Board of Education accepts a donation from the NVOT PTSO in the amount of $1,000
to be used for the NVOT Heroes & Cool Kids Program.
On motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Dr. Kipel and approved by the Board resolutions C1-C7
were approved unanimously.
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Maria Kim, Chairperson
John Schettino
George Kipel
C1.
Report of Classification and Student Assignment
Recommend ratification and approval of the October, 2014 Confidential List of Classification of
Students and Student Assignments including Satellite and Bergen County Schools as authorized
by the Superintendent. The lists will be placed in the Confidential Minutes File.
C2.
Drug Prevention and Education Report
C3.
Regional Summer Programs
That the Board of Education approves the following July Regional Programs to operate from
July 6-31, 2015 (20 days):
Neal Moles – NVRHSD
K-8 – Norwood Public School
Orton Gillingham Program – Norwood Public School
Related Services (OLV & Norwood for OT/PT/Speech)
C4.
Valley & TIP Programs
That the Board of Education approves the following dates for the summer component of the
Valley & TIP Programs:
July 6-31, 2015 (a total of 22 days)
C5.
Junction Program Tuition Students
That the Board of Education approves Out of District tuition students currently in the Valley
Access Program the option of continuing in the Program until the age of 21 provided there is
room for growth within the Program. These students would be charged an out of district tuition
to the Northern Valley Regional High School District.
C6.
Japan Society Junior Fellow Program
That the Board of Education approves the District participation in the Japan Society Junior
Fellows Program for the 2014-2015 Academic School Year.
C7.
Girls Varsity Golf
That the Board of Education approves Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan has
a Girls Varsity Gold Program at an estimated cost of $14,000. (Addenda “B”)
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On motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Dr. Kipel and approved by the Board resolutions B1-B4
were approved unanimously.
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Joseph Argenziano
John Passalacqua
Kathy Fable
B1.
Vandalism
It will be necessary to accept the Report of the Principals on Vandalism for the month of
December 2014, and direct same to be filed.
B2.
Use of Facilities
That the Board of Education approves the attached camp requests and following facility use for
the Northern Valley Regional High School District facilities at Demarest and Old Tappan.
(Addenda “C”)
PBA Local 233 5/31/15 (Rain Date) 6/14/15
NVOT PTSO
3/7 & 3/8/15
NV Soccer
3/1,8,15,22,28,29
4/4,5,11,12,18,19,25,26
5/2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24,30,31
6/6,7,13,14,20,21
Car Show
12 pm-4 pm
SAT Bootcamp 8:30 am-1:30 pm
Demarest
Old Tappan
Soccer Games
Old Tappan
12-6 pm &2-6 pm
B3.
Disposal - Demarest
That the Board of Education approves the disposal of the attached outdated books from the
NVOT library collection.
(Addenda “D”)
B4.
Facility Project Resolution
That the Board approve the submittal of the facility project application for the Special Education
Building (Junction) State Project # 3710-050-14-2000 as an “Debt Service Aid Project” and will
seek funding for this project.
On motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Dr. Kipel and approved by the Board resolutions A1-A7
were approved unanimously.
ADMINISTRATION
George Kipel, Chairperson
Joseph Argenziano
Alice Comer
A1.
Fire Drills/Security
It will be necessary to approve and file in the Minutes and place in the appropriate file, the
Principal’s Report on Fire Drills and Security for the month of December, 2014. (Addenda “E”)
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A2.
HIB/Disciplinary Report
HIB/Update on Suspicion Based Drug Testing/Disciplinary Report.
A3.
Travel
WHEREAS, in order to be in compliance with the State of New Jersey’s N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7; and
WHEREAS, those on the attached list are attending the administratively approved conferences,
conventions, staff training sessions, seminars, or workshops; and
WHEREAS, the total expected cost of such conferences, conventions, staff training sessions, seminars or
workshops; and
WHEREAS, the attendance at the stated function was previously approved by the Superintendent of
Schools through the appropriate administrator(s) as work related and within the scope of the work
responsibilities of the attendee; and
WHEREAS, the attendance at the function(s) was approved as promoting delivery of instruction or
furthering efficient operation of the school district, and fiscally prudent; and
WHEREAS, the travel and related expenses particular to attendance at the function(s) may exceed the
state travel guidelines established by the Department of Treasury in NJOMB circular letter;
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Northern Valley Regional Board of Education approves attendance at the
administratively approved function(s) as necessary, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that those expenses that appear on the attached form titled “TRAVEL
AND WORK-RELATED EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS” for lodging, meals and gratuities are
within the limits of the State travel reimbursement guidelines and are justified and reimbursable upon
submission of the required receipts up to the current established limits as specified in the General Services
Administration website, with any additional costs for lodging, meals and gratuities expenses above those
established limits to be personally borne by the attendee(s). (Addenda “F”)
A4.
School Calendar 2015-2016
That the Board of Education approves the attached 2015-2016 School Calendar. (Addenda “G”)
A5.
Dynamic Therapeutic Services
That the Board of Education approves Dynamic Therapeutic Services to provide additional physical
therapy services as needed by Region III.
A6.
School Board Recognition
WHEREAS, the New Jersey State Board of Education, which adopts the administrative
code to implement state education law, has established rigorous standards through it
promulgation of the Core Curriculum Content Standards and its adoption of the nationallyendorsed Common Core State Standards, both of which set the expectations of academic
achievement for nearly 1.4 million public school children; and
WHEREAS, New Jersey’s locally elected and appointed boards of education play a vital
role in ensuring that their local school districts meet state standards and adhere to all code
provisions, with the goal of providing an outstand education to prepare all students for college
and the workplace and to enable them to compete in a global economy; and
WHEREAS, New Jersey’s 4,800 non-partisan local board of education members are
public servants who dedicate their time, without pay or benefit, to the oversight of school district
operations, sound financial practices, comprehensive policies, curriculum, staffing, and the wellbeing and academic achievement of all students in the district; and
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WHEREAS, the efforts of local boards of education, in conjunction with state education
officials and local educators, have built a foundation of success that has led to New Jersey’s
status as a leader in student achievement, as evidenced by the National Assessment of
Educational Progress scores; and
WHEREAS, the National School Boards Association and the New Jersey School Boards
Association have declared January 2015 to be School Board Recognition Month; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, that the New Jersey State Board of Education recognizes the contributions
of our state’s local boards of education to the academic success of its public school students and
expresses its sincerest appreciation to local board of education members for their continued focus
on the achievement of children throughout New Jersey; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the New Jersey State Board of Education encourages qualified New
Jersey citizens to consider serving as members on their local school boards.
A7.
SEMI Program
Whereas, NJAC 6A:23A-5.3 provides that a school district may request a waiver of
compliance with respect to the district’s participation in the Special Education Medicare
Initiative (SEMI) Program for the 2014-15, and
Whereas, the Northern Valley Regional High School Board of Education desires to apply
for this waiver due to the fact that it projects having fewer than 30 Medicaid eligible classified
students.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That, the Northern Valley Regional High School Board of
Education hereby authorizes the Chief School Administrator to submit to the Executive County
Superintendent of Schools in the County of Bergen an appropriate waiver of the requirements of
NJAC 6A23A-5.3 for the 2014-15 school year.
(Addenda “H”)
On motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Dr. Kipel and approved by the Board resolutions T1-T2
were approved unanimously.
TRANSPORTATION
T1.
Change in Student Assignment/Special Education
Recommend that the changes in student assignments for Special Education, Region III
Transportation for December, 2014 be approved and placed in the Confidential Minutes file.
T2.
Transportation Renewal
That the Board of Education approves the follow Special Education Transportation route renewal
for the 2014-2015 School Year:
ROUTE
S890
SCHOOL
Alpine Learning Group
PER DIEM
AIDES
CONTRACTOR CPI
$186.00
$48.00
Valley
TOTAL COST
$2.63 $19,963.44
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On motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Dr. Kipel and approved by the Board resolutions P1P25 and RP1-RP10 were approved unanimously.
PERSONNEL
Resolutions P5, P6 and P16 were adopted by a unanimous vote at the January 5, 2015
Committee of the Whole Meeting on a motion by Mr. Schettino, seconded by Mrs. Fable
and approved by the Board.
DISTRICT LOCATION
P1.
Substitute Employee List
That the Board of Education approves the Substitute Teachers, Clerks, Nurses, Tutors and
Janitorial Additions and Deletions; and that individuals be notified that their employment during
the School Year be contingent with this District’s requirements. (Attachment A)
P2.
Student Teacher/Practicum Placement Requests
That the Board of Education approves the attached Student Teacher/Practicum Placement
Requests for 2014-2015. (Attachment B)
P3.
Medical Evaluator Approvals 2014-2015
That the Board of Education approves the attached medical evaluators for child study team
evaluations and/or related services. (Attachment C)
P4.
Employee Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment in accordance with
IEP Compliance:
Joseph Palmaccio
ABA Instructor (BE)
Effective: 2014-2015 School
Year
Rate: $40.00/hour
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P5.
Athletic Coaching Resignations
That the Board of Education accepts the following athletic coaching resignations:
Ryan Steffner
Matt Winchell
Roy Dragon
Boys Lacrosse Head Coach
Boys Lacrosse Assistant Coach
Assistant Wrestling Coach
Effective: December 10, 2014
Effective: December 16, 2014
Effective: December 10, 2014
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P6.
Employee Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment:
Naeem Boucher
Assistant Wrestling Coach Effective: 2014-2015 School Year
Salary: Step 1 = $5,503.00
P7.
2014-2015 Athletic Ancillary Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the attached athletic ancillary appointment. (Attachment
D)
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P8.
Employee Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment:
TBD
Lead Guidance Counselor
Effective: TBD
Salary: TBD
P9.
Substitute Facility Aide
That the Board of Education approves the following Substitute Facility Aide:
Ted Arfsten
Substitute Facility Aide
Effective: 2014-2015 School Year
Rate: $90.00/diem
P10. 2014-2015 Co-curricular Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following Co-curricular Appointment:
Christine O’Donnell
Kinesis Advisor
Effective: 2014-2015 School Year
Group II: $3,127.00
P11. FMLA/FLA/FLIA Maternity Leave Request
That the Board of Education approves the following leave request:
Empl #: 1743
English Teacher
FMLA/FLA/FLIA Maternity
Leave Request
FMLA Leave: Paid using 40 Sick Days
Effective: 04/17/15 not to exceed 12 weeks with benefits in accordance with Family Leave
guidelines.
Anticipated return date: 09/01/16
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P12. Resignation due to Retirement
That the Board of Education accepts the following employee resignation due to retirement:
Thomas Morehouse
Social Studies Teacher
Effective: March 1, 2015
P13. Technology Mentor Resignation
That the Board of Education accepts the following Technology Mentor Resignation:
Virginia Senande
Technology Mentor @ Old Tappan
Effective: January 26, 2015
P14. Technology Mentor Stipend Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee stipend appointment assisting
students and staff as follows:
Jeff Krapels
Technology Mentor @ Old Tappan Effective: 01/26/15-06/30/15
Rate: $2,895.00 (prorated)
P15. 6th Class Assignments - Spanish
That the Board of Education approves the following 6th Class Assignments:
Daisy Haller
6th Class Assignment – Spanish
Lisa Veit
6th Class Assignment – Spanish
Rosa Starr
6th Class Assignment – Spanish
Magdeline Rabelo
6th Class Assignment – Spanish
Mildred Machado
6th Class Assignment – Spanish
Effective: January 26, 2015-June 30, 2015
Rate: $65.00
Effective: January 26, 2015-June 30, 2015
Rate: $65.00
Effective: January 26, 2015-June 30, 2015
Rate: $65.00
Effective: January 26, 2015-June 30, 2015
Rate: $65.00
Effective: January 26, 2015-June 30, 2015
Rate: $65.00
P16. Athletic Coach Volunteer
That the Board of Education approves the following Volunteer Coach:
Anthony Messina
Volunteer Boys Basketball
Coach (pending CHR)
Effective: January 6, 2015
Rate: No Remuneration
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P17. Employee Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment:
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Christopher
Bailey
Maternity
Leave
Replacement
Math Teacher
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Effective: February 10, 2015-June 30, 2015 (pending
certification)
Salary: BA Step (-1) = $49,968.00 (prorated)
Benefit Eligible
P18. 6th Class Assignment
That the Board of Education approves the following 6th Class Assignment:
6th Class
Assignment-Italian
Paola
Innocenti
Effective: January 8, 2015-February 6, 2015
Rate: $65.00 per period
OLD TAPPAN LOCATION
P19. Employee Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment:
Diana Colondres
Spanish Teacher
(replacing V. Senande)
Gina Cirillo
Leave Replacement
Italian Teacher
Effective: January 26, 2015-June 30, 2015
Salary: BA Step 2 = $55,065.00 (prorated)
Benefit Eligible
Effective: January 8, 2015-February 9, 2015
$249.84/diem
Not Benefit Eligible
P20. Employee Appointment Modification
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment modification:
Kerri Hubbard
From: Assistant Principal
To: Lead Guidance Counselor @ OT
Effective: January 6, 2015-June 30, 2015
Salary: $140,820.36 (prorated)
(replacing D. Skawinski)
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P21. Employee Appointments
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointments:
Jose Cordero, Jr.
Hourly Computer
Technician
Thomas Mullen, Sr.
Supervisor of Buildings
and Grounds (replacing
Bob Armstrong)
Effective: On or about January 27, 2015
Rate: $20.00/hour (Pending CHR)
Not Benefit Eligible
Effective: On or about April 1, 2015-June 30,
2015 (pending 60 day notice)
Salary: $81,500.00 + $1,500.00 (Facilities Cert.)
(prorated)
Benefit Eligible
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P22. Employee Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment:
Luisella Bono
Assistant Principal @ DM
Effective: On or about
April 1, 2015 –June 30, 2015
+ 3 transition days
Salary: $125,000.00
(prorated)
Benefit Eligible
P23. Employee Coaching Appointment
That the Board of Education approves the following employee coaching appointment:
Tony Mottola
Head Boys Lacrosse Coach
Effective: 2014-2015 School
Year
Step 2 = $7,650.00
OLD TAPPAN LOCATION
P24. Employee Appointment Modification
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment modification:
Diana Colondres
Spanish Teacher
(replacing V. Senande)
From: January 26, 2015June 30, 2015
To: February 9, 2015-June
30, 2015
Salary: BA Step 2 =
$55,065.00 (prorated)
Benefit Eligible
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P25. Employee Appointment Modification
That the Board of Education approves the following employee appointment modification:
Christopher Bailey
Maternity Leave
From: February 10, 2015-June 30, 2015
Replacement Math Teacher Salary: BA Step (-1) = $49,968.00
(prorated)
Benefit Eligible
To: : February 5, 2015-June 30, 2015
Salary: BA Step (-1) = $49,968.00
(prorated)
Benefit Eligible
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RP1. Leave Without Pay
That the Board of Education approves the following leave without pay requests:
Dayne Melicz
Teacher Aide
Christina Benaquista
Teacher Aide
Effective: December: 8, 9, 10,
11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
Effective: January 7 (1/2 day),
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
RP2. Valley/TIP/SLICE/Little Tots Substitutes Additions 2014-2015
That the Board of Education approves the following:
Mujde Teker
Sub Per Diem TA
Rosemarie Rotonde
Sub Per Diem TA
Effective: January 6, 2015
$100.0 per diem
Effective: January 6, 2015
$100.00 per diem
REGION III LOCATION
RP3. Valley Program Appointments 2014-2015
That the Board of Education accepts the following employee appointments:
Jack Mohrwinkel
Hourly Custodian
Effective: On or about January 27, 2015
4 hours per day
$15.00 per hour
Not Benefit eligible
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RP4. Valley Program Resignations
That the Board of Education accepts the following employee resignations:
John Robinson
Hourly Custodian
January 9, 2015
RP5. Change in Contract-Valley Program 2014-2015
That the Board of Education approves the following change in contracts:
Gary Atamian
From: Sub Per
Diem
To:
Teacher
Assistant
February 1, 2015
FTE 1.0
CC-$21,397.00 plus $1,500.00
stipend (prorated)
Benefit eligible
RP6. After School Activities Shadow July 2014 – June 2015
That the Board of Education approves the following after school shadows:
Justin Porter
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Elise Schneider
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Kim Faustini
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Aimee Edwards
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Patrice Barbo
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Tim Smith
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Michelle Cuadrado
TA-After School Activities Shadow
January 12, 2015 (retro to)
$35.00 per hour
Meeting of February 4, 2015
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RP7. Valley Home Consultants July 2014 – June 2015
That the Board of Education approves the following home consultants:
Danielle Malvik
Teacher Assistant
January 27, 2015
$35.00 per hour
RP8. Valley/TIP/SLICE/Little Tots Substitutes Additions 2014-2015
That the Board of Education approves the following:
Mujde Teker
(enrollment)
Rosemarie Rotonde
(enrollment)
Michelle Rengifo
Niki Shah
(replace LF maternity)
Dana Braun
(1:1 RA-Fair Lawn)
Sub Per Diem TA
Sub Per Diem TA
Rescind: Sub Per Diem TA
Sub Per Diem TA
Sub Per Diem TA
January 6, 2015
$100.0 per diem
January 6, 2015
$100.00 per diem
January 6, 2015
January 27, 2015
$100.00 per diem
January 27, 2015
$100.00 per diem
RP9. Leave Without Pay Requests
That the Board of Education approves the following LWOP Requests:
Jerzy Okol
Teacher Assistant – Valley
Program
LWOP To complete graduate
school requirements: during
Spring 2015 Semester
January 20, 27
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12
RP10. Leave Of Absence Extension Request
That the Board of Education approves the following extension request:
Empl #: 1706
Teacher Aide
LOA: Unpaid
From: 11/03/14-12/31/14
To: 11/03/14-06/30/15
Anticipated return date: 09/01/15
Leave of Absence Request
Meeting of February 4, 2015
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At 9:42 p.m. on motion by Mrs. Fable, seconded by Mrs. Comer and approved by the Board the
meeting was Open for non-agenda items.
Claudia Colum of Orange, NY asked a question in regard to the location of the Valley Program.
Tony Foshino of Norwood made a statement in regard to the negotiations with the Archdiocese
and questioned if Our Lady of Victories was notified that we will not be returning in July.
Maryanne Orrechico a Council member of Norwood said she was not informed by her Mayor
about the potential lease at Holy Family.
Mayor Paul Hoelscher of Harrington Park thanked the Board for the time and knowledge that
they provide. Mr. Hoelscher also complimented Mr. Hughes on his enthusiasm for the
accomplishments of the students.
GC Vaghasia of Norwood, is a Board member at Norwood Public School but is speaking tonight
as a parent of Norwood. He noted that as a Board member he was not informed, and made a
comment in regard to the potential move. Mr. Vaghasia inquired about the fields, parking lot for
carnival etc. and noted that the Valley Program is a wonderful program.
Susanne Solomon of Norwood would like to know how this is going to affect Norwood.
Dawn of Norwood is concerned about the preschool program that will not have a home.
Laura Barry of Norwood noted that the preschool is the best thing that ever happened to
Norwood.
Cindy Davis of Norwood asked about the tax impact on the community.
Jeanne Focchino of Norwood asked a question in regard to the concern of the current preschool.
Jenna Costello of Northvale made a comment about the Norwood Preschool Program.
Katlin a teacher the Norwood Preschool made a statement in regard to the Norwood Preschool
and the children that attend there.
Elizabeth Hamilton of Norwood made a statement in regard to her disappointment in the Board.
Claudia Colum of Tappan NY made a statement in regard to the Norwood Preschool.
Laura Gross of Demarest inquired about the referendum and she supports the projects but has
concerns about the location of the Junction Program.
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Jennifer Rodriquez of Norwood made a statement about meeting the needs of the students and
the Board’s understanding of the parents and communities concerns.
Judy Jones of Harrington Park made a statement in regard to the Norwood Preschool Program.
At 11:11 p.m. on motion by Mrs. Comer, seconded by Mrs. Fable and approved by the Board the
meeting was Closed to the Public on non-agenda items.
At 11:16 p.m. on motion by Mrs. Fable, seconded by Mrs. Comer and approved by the Board the
meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanette Femia
School Business Administrator/
Board Secretary