WALLINGTON
BOARD
OF
EDUCATION
OCTOBER 13, 2014
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
WALLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
LECTURE HALL
8:00 PM
PROCEEDINGS OF THE WALLINGTON BOARD OF EDUCATION
A regular meeting of the Wallington Board of Education was held on Monday, October
13, 2014, in the Wallington High School Lecture Hall at 8:00 p.m.
President Smith presided.
The president read the following statement: In accordance with the New Jersey Open
Public Meetings Law, the Wallington Board of Education has caused notice of this
meeting to be published by having the date, time and place thereof posted in the
Wallington Civic Center and the following newspapers: The Herald-News and The
Record.
The meeting began with a salute to the flag.
Present on the call of roll: Labriola, Ricci, Ristovski, Severino, Pinto, Fusaro, Melfi,
Lauterhahn and Smith
Absent on the call of roll:
Administrators present: Mr. Albro, Mr. Fromfield, Ms. Giambrone and Mr. Slomienski
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
REGULAR MEETING:
September 22, 2014
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
September 22, 2014
On motion of ________, seconded by _______, to approve the minutes. Roll Call, Yeas,
. Absent
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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COMMUNICATIONS
FROM: WALLINGTON HOLIDAY PARADE COMMITTEE, WALLINGTON,
N.J.:
A copy of their letter requesting that their holiday parade route be allowed to continue
through the high school parking lot as in previous years. The date of the parade will be
Saturday, November 29, 2014, beginning at 6:00 pm.
On motion of ________, seconded by _______, to approve the communications. Roll
Call, Yeas,
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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HEARING OF CITIZENS:
On motion of _________, seconded by __________, to open the meeting to a hearing of
citizens on the agenda of resolutions for tonight’s meeting. Roll Call, Yeas, . Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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CITIZENS THAT WERE HEARD:
CLOSE OF HEARING OF CITIZENS:
On motion of _________, seconded by _______, to close the hearing of citizens and
proceed with the regular order of business. Roll Call, Yeas,
. Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No
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RESOLUTIONS & COMMITTEE REPORTS:
REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS - (Mr. Albro):
1.
“WEEK OF RESPECT”, OCT. 6 - 10 ACTIVITIES
Elementary:
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Guided reading on topics of respect, tolerance, and feelings - including follow
up activities of role play, crafting, and class discussions on the importance of
respecting others.
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Multiple representation of Respect in posters and projects to be hung
throughout the buildings.
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Content area discussions of how to show and feel respect and respected
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Creation of Word Webs that explore the meanings of “Respect vs.
Disrespect.”
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Guidance Department announcements of “Peaceful Messages” daily.
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Music and songs that promote and underscore themes of respect.
Middle/High School:
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Students write ideas on how they can demonstrate respect for someone else
on small post-its, class discusses the ideas before placing them on a large
display post it in the front of class.
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Utilizing Edmodo to create a bullying survey which requires students to
create graphs with the results in mathematics classes.
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Lessons on Cyberbullying and the abuse of online social networks and the
impact of bullying with today’s technology.
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“Defeat the Label” workshop that details the negative comments and
disrespectful words associated with the human body and body types.
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Multiple creation of posters illustrating the meaning of respect.
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2.
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Discussions of proper etiquette and respect to be shown in varied social
settings, such as at school concerts, etc.
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Grade level Respect themes for each day of the week: Give Respect - Get
Respect, Respect in different languages, kick out rudeness and catch some
respect, Reflect and Respect.
HIB INCIDENT(S) - SEPTEMBER
Allegations
Verified
3.
- 1 (Jefferson School)
-0
PARCC TEST & GRADUATION UPDATE (Enclosure k)
RESOLUTIONS:
1.
AFFIDAVIT HOST STUDENT
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools, the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves J.F. as an affidavit host
student until the end of this school year.
2.
N.C.L.B. 2014-15 BUDGETS
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves revised NCLB
Consolidated, Title I, Title II and Title III 2014-15 budgets, including the following
personnel budgeted costs:
Title IA - Instruction
(100-100, TPAF)
Salary
Benefits (26%)
Total
L. Connolly
B. Ramsey
L. Szamborski
D. Rood/J/ Kaminsky
$31,500
$31,500
$31,500
$31,500
$8,190
$8,190
$8,190
$8,190
$39,690
$39,690
$39,690
$39,690
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Title IA - Administration
(Admin)
Salary
Benefits (7.65%)
Total
L. Spagone
E. Minieri
J. Pietrowitz
$ 1,400
$ 950
$ 600
$ 107
$ 73
$ 46
$ 1,507
$ 1,023
$ 646
Title IA - Supp. Instruction
(100-100, FICA Only)
Salary
Benefits (7.65%)
Total
Twelve teachers (TBD)
beginning Feb.1st for
15 hours of supplemental
Test Preparation.
$10,000
$ 765
$10,765
$ 4,375
$ 21,201
100-100 (TPAF)
1 teacher (S. Graca)
$16,826
(Classroom Size Reduction)
3.
FOODSERVICE BIOSECURITY MANAGEMENT PLAN (Enclosure h)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves the Foodservice
Biosecurity Management Plan.
4.
DONATION
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby accepts a donation of children’s
books from the Mancusi family.
5.
CALENDAR CHANGE
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves to adjust the school
calendar changing November 5th from a full session day to a single session for
students day to accommodate referendum projects and Gavlak gym completion.
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6.
SENIOR PRIVILEGE
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools
the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves L.H. to complete her senior year
(2014-15) in Wallington, despite moving out of the district.
APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT’S RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of _____________, seconded by _______________, to approve the
Superintendent’s Resolutions # 1 - 6, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent
.
Yes
No
Absent Abstain
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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FACILITIES COMMITTEE - (Mr. Labriola - Chairperson, Mr. Ricci, Mr. Melfi):
RESOLUTIONS:
7.
USE OF FACILITIES
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves the following use of
facility requests:
a)
8.
Gavlak &High School Gymnasium
Wallington Recreation Commission
Dates & Times attached (Enclosure f)
LIST OF DISCARDS
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve the following List of
Discards:
Wallington High School
Compaq 68305
TeleVideo TC7010
Dell Inspiron i800
9.
Laptop
Thin Client
Laptop
CNU84202PP
A00411054
DX12801
Stock Room
Room 103
CBE
SUBMISSION OF COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE PLAN
Whereas, the Department of Education requires New Jersey School Dostricts to
submit three year maintenance plans documenting “required” maintenance activities
for each of its public school facilities, and
Whereas, the required maintenance activities as listed in the attached document for
the various school facilities of the Wallington School District are consistent with
these requirements, and
Whereas, all past and planned activities are reasonable to keep school facilities open
and safe for use or in their original condition and to keep their system warranties
valid,
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Wallington Board of Education hereby
authorizes the school business administrator to submit the attached Comprehensive
Maintenance Plan for the Wallington School District in compliance with Department
of Education requirements.
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APPROVAL OF FACILITIES COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of ________, seconded by ________, to approve the Facilities Committee
Resolutions #7 - 9, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
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FACILITIES COMMITTEE REPORT:
1.
FIRE/SECURITY DRILLS
Jefferson School
Frank W. Gavlak School
Jr./Sr. High School
2.
Fire Drill Date
Security Drill Date
Sept. 3rd
Sept. 3rd
Sept. 3rd
Sept. 12th
Sept. 12th
Sept. 19th
PROPOSAL TO CAP CLASSROOM GAS LINES
Enclosed is a proposal from All American Sewer Service to cap the unused gas lines
to the classrooms of 106, 107, 210 and 310. This would meet most of the
requirement of our insurance carrier regarding the installation of gas monitors in
those classrooms. The proposal is for $2,850.00
The only classroom requiring the monitor would be the Home Economics Room
(Room 111) and the three boiler rooms. A proposal was received from Merchants
Alarms for that portion of the work, which is for a total of $2,425.00.
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FINANCE COMMITTEE - (Mr. Ristovski - Chairperson, Mr. Severino, Mr. Labriola):
RESOLUTIONS:
10.
TRANSFERS (Copy attached to minutes)
Each member received a copy of the listing of transfers made to prevent budget
deficits.
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve the listing of transfers
made to prevent budget deficits.
11.
REQUEST FOR FUNDS #5 - $1,181,500.00
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve the submission of
Request #5 in the amount of $1,181,500.00 to the Mayor and Council for payment
of bills for the month of November, 2014.
12.
UTICA NATIONAL INSURANCE GROUP - RETURN OF CLAIM FUNDS
Whereas, the Wallington Board of Education has received a request from Utica
National Insurance Group to return the initial claim funds to their company, and
Whereas the request is due to the fact that the initial funds were disbursed for the
repair of the building structure, and
Whereas, Utica National Insurance Group has certified through their email that the
loss claim for all contents and extra costs of the district will be paid by the Utica
National Insurance Group under a separate claim, and
Whereas, Utica National Insurance Group has also stated that the separate claim will
fall under the initial deductible of $1,000.00 and no additional deductible will be
applied to the requests of the Wallington Board of Education for this claim,
Now, Therefore, Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve the
release of funds, received from Utica National Insurance Group for the Gavlak
School Gymnasium Roof collapse, in the amount of $257,186.57 to be returned to
the Utica National Insurance Group.
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APPROVAL OF FINANCE COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of ________, seconded by ________, to approve the Finance Committee
Resolutions # 10 - 12, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent
.
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
Absent Abstain
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FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT:
1.
LIST OF BILLS
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
the Finance Chairman, issue warrants and payment be made for all bills presented.
APPROVAL OF LIST OF BILLS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of ________, seconded by ________, to approve the List of Bills, dated October
13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No
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CURRICULUM/INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE - (Mrs. Lauterhahn - Chairperson,
Mr. Labriola, Mr. Pinto):
RESOLUTIONS:
13.
REIMBURSEMENTS
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the
Wallington Board of Education hereby approves reimbursement of the following:
14.
Oct. 26 & 27, 2014
Mrs. Garey - Long Branch
NJASL Fall Conference
$ 32.24 (Travel)
Oct. 23, 2014
Mrs. Debiak - Hasbrouck Heights
Writing with Reading
$ 1.86 (Travel)
Nov. 5, Dec. 15 &
Jan. 6
Mrs. Luberto - Paramus
ELL Model Curriculum Scaffolds
$ 16.74 (Travel)
Oct. 26 & 27, 2014
Ms. Goggins - Long Branch
NJASL Fall Conference
$ 84.48 (Travel)
FIELD EXPERIENCE INTERN
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves Gary Kicinski as a
mentor for Brian Staples internship.
15.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER(S)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the
Wallington Board of Education hereby approves Donna Rock, Frances Eso and
Steven Jedrzejczak as a substitute teachers for the 2014-15 school year.
16.
OBSERVATION(S)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves the following
observations:
a)
Amalia Lopez, a Montclair State University student, to complete 3 hours of
observation with Mrs. Stephanie Pollitt, Grade 2.
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b)
17.
Ewelina Jasinska a Bergen Community College student, to complete 20 hours
of observation with Mrs. Kim Kondel, Grade 1.
HOME INSTRUCTION
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the
Wallington Board of Education hereby approves Home Instruction for (A.E.), grade
5.
APPROVAL OF CURRICULUM/INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of _________, seconded by _________, to approve the Curriculum/Instruction
Committee Resolutions #13 - 17, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No
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CURRICULUM/INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE REPORT:
1.
Request for Committee Meeting Date
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NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE - (Mr. Ricci - Chairperson, Mr. Melfi, Mr. Severino):
RESOLUTIONS:
There are no resolutions.
NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT:
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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - (Mr. Pinto - Chairperson, Ms. Fusaro, Mr. Ricci):
RESOLUTIONS:
18.
AIDE(S)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the
Wallington Board of Education hereby approves the following aide positions:
19.
a)
Christine Cozzi as a floating aide in the Jefferson School. She will be placed
on Step 1 of the Instructional Aide Guide with degree ($18.56/hour).
b)
Barbara Concannon - Lunch Aide at Frank W. Gavlak School at the rate of
$19.96/day.
SCRIBE
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the
Wallington Board of Education hereby approves Mary Wood as s Scribe for an 8th
Grade student. She will be placed on step 1 of the Instructional Aide Guide, without
degree ($14.41/hour).
APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of _________, seconded by _________, to approve the Personnel Committee
Resolutions # 18 -19, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No
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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT:
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POLICY COMMITTEE - (Ms. Fusaro - Chairperson, Mr. Pinto, Mr. Melfi):
RESOLUTIONS:
.
There are no resolutions.
POLICY COMMITTEE REPORT:
1.
FIRST READING
5539
8505
2.
- Screening for Dyslexia (Enclosure i)
- Wellness Policy/Nutrient Standards for Meals & Other Foods. (Enclosure j)
MEETING REPORT
October 8, 2014
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PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - (Ms. Fusaro - Chairperson, Mr. Ristovski,
Mrs. Lauterhahn) :
RESOLUTIONS:
There are no resolutions.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT:
1.
MEETING REPORT
October 8, 2014
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SCHOOL REFERENDUM PROJECTS COMMITTEE - (Mr. Smith - Chairperson,
Mr. Ristovski, Ms.Fusaro):
RESOLUTIONS:
20.
REQUEST FOR PAYMENT - ARCHITECTS ALLIANCE
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve a Request for
Payment from Architects Alliance for services rendered to the district in conjunction
with the reconstruction of the Gavlak School All Purpose Room and Locker Room,
in the amounts of $750.00 and $2,400.00, bringing the total amount on the contract
paid to $9,126.00, leaving a balance in the contract of $1,374.00.
21.
REQUEST FOR PAYMENT - ARCHITECTS ALLIANCE
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve a Request for
Payment from Architects Alliance for services rendered to the district in conjunction
with the referendum projects at Frank W. Gavlak School in the amount of $2,550.00,
and Wallington High School in the amount of $10,580.00, totaling a request for
$13,130.00, leaving a balance in the contract in the amount of $81,370.00.
22.
REQUEST FOR PAYMENT - ARCHITECTS ALLIANCE
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve a Request for
Payment from Architects Alliance for services rendered to the district in conjunction
with the referendum projects at Frank W. Gavlak School in the amount of $1,200.00,
and Wallington High School in the amount of $7,000.00, totaling a request for
$8,200.00, leaving a balance in the contract in the amount of $2,100.00.
23.
ARMM ASSOCIATES - CONTRACT PROPOSAL
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve a contract with Armm
Associates to review and inspect the roof replacement installations at Wallington
High School at a cost of $1,400.00.
24.
NORTHEASTERN INTERIOR SERVICES - DOOR & HARDWARE
REPLACEMENT CONTRACT - CHANGE ORDER #1
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
Blase Weimer, Architects Alliance, approve a request for Change Order #1, for the
interior doors and hardware contract at Frank W. Gavlak School, to fire label existing
door frames to the stairwells, media center and main office, at a cost of $2,301.00,
increasing the contract from the original amount of $156,500.00 to $158,801.00.
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25.
NORTHEASTERN INTERIOR SERVICES - DOOR & HARDWARE
REPLACEMENT CONTRACT - CHANGE ORDER #2
Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education, upon the recommendation of
Blase Weimer, Architects Alliance, approve a request for Change Order #2, for the
interior doors and hardware contract at Frank W. Gavlak School, to replace the
existing door and frame at the top of the basement stairs, at a cost of $3,312.29,
increasing the contract from the amount of $158,801.00 to $162,113.29.
APPROVAL OF SCHOOL REFERENDUM COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of __________, seconded by ___________, to approve the School Referendum
Committee Resolutions #20 - 25, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
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SCHOOL REFERENDUM COMMITTEE REPORT:
1.
REFERENDUM PROJECT REPORT
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STUDENT BODY ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE - (Mr. Severino - Chairperson, Mr.
Melfi, Mrs. Lauterhahn) :
RESOLUTIONS:
26.
FIELD TRIP(S)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the
Wallington Board of Education hereby approves the following field
trip(s):
a)
NJIT - Panasonic
Preliminary Challenge
January 27 or 28, 2015 (Date to be determined 2 weeks prior)
No. of Students: 3
Cost: 0
Transportation: Board of Education
Chaperone: Mrs. Safira
b)
NJIT - Panasonic
State Level Competition
March 16, 2015
No. of Students: 24
Cost: 0
Transportation: Board of Education
Chaperone: Mrs. Safira
c)
NJIT - Panasonic
Oral Presentations
March 18 or 19, 2015 (Date to be determined 2 weeks prior)
No. of Students: 3
Cost: 0
Transportation: Board of Education
Chaperone: Mrs. Safira
d)
NJIT - Panasonic
Final Challenge
April 21, 2015
No. of Students: 3
Cost: 0
Transportation: Board of Education
Chaperone: Mrs. Safira
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e)
Orlando Florida
Disney Wide World of Sports
March 25 to 29, 2015
No. of Students: 12 - 14
Cost: Subject to fundraising (Total $15,000)
Transportation: Softball Team
Chaperone: Mr. Staples & Ms. Lohman
f)
Garden State Scholastic Press Assoc., Rutgers, Piscataway
Journalism & Yearbook
October 27, 2014; 7:30 am. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $15.00/student
Transportation: Board of Education
Chaperone: Mrs. Tomassi & Ms. Bergamotto
FUNDRAISER(S)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of
Schools the Wallington Board of Education hereby approves the following
fundraiser(s):
a)
Sale of Old Football Jerseys
Oct. 7 - Nov. 23, 2014
For: End of Year Trophies
Mr. Barry Blauvelt
b)
Corner Collections
November 28 & 29, 2014; 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
For: Competitions Cheerleaders
Ms. Barbarich
c)
Mr. Wallington
November 17, 2014
For: Senior Scholarships
Mrs. Kalender
d)
Soccer Apparel Sale
October 14 - 24, 2014
For: Warm up Jackets
Mr. Barchi
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APPROVAL OF STUDENT BODY ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of ___________, seconded by ______________, to approve the Student Body
Activities Committee Resolutions #26 - 27, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, .
Absent .
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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STUDENT BODY ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE REPORT:
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TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE - (Mr. Ristovski - Chairperson, Ms. Fusaro, Mr. Ricci)
:
RESOLUTIONS:
There are no resolutions.
TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE REPORT:
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SHARED SERVICES COMMITTEE - (Mrs. Lauterhahn - Chairperson, Mr. Pinto,
Mr. Labriola) :
RESOLUTIONS:
There are no resolutions.
SHARED SERVICES COMMITTEE REPORT:
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT - (Mr. Smith):
RESOLUTIONS:
28.
COUNTY APPROVAL OF CSA MERIT GOALS (ENCLOSURE N)
Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the President, the Wallington
Board of Education hereby approves the CSA Merit Goals.
29.
REGIONALIZATION STUDY CONSENT RESOLUTION
Whereas, the Wallington Board of Education has determined the necessity to
examine the impact of a merger of its high school program with another district, and
Whereas, the Wallington Board of Education has contacted and discussed a
combined effort to merge its high school program with the Carlstadt/East Rutherford
Regional Board of Education, and
Whereas, the Board has determined that it is in the best interests of the students,
community and taxpayers of the Borough of Wallington to seek out all the
ramifications of such a merger, and
Whereas, members of both the Wallington Board of Education and the Carlstadt/East
Rutherford Regional Board of Education have agreed to move forward in
participating in a feasibility study regarding the consolidation of the two districts for
high school students, should certain requested specifications of the merger that do not
align with the current statutes for merging with another district be approved by the
Commissioner of Education,
Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Wallington Board of Education consent to
move forward in participating in a regionalization feasibility study with the
Carlstadt/East Rutherford Regional Board of Education and to hire a consultant to
prepare the necessary paperwork to appeal to the Commissioner of Education
regarding the issues discussed that are pertinent to the possible regionalization of the
districts high school students, and
Be It Further Resolved that the issues pertinent to the establishment of a
Carlstadt/East Rutherford/Wallington Regional School District are as follows:
1.
Authorization of the Commissioner of Education to engage in a
feasibility study of establishing a Carlstadt/East
Rutherford/Wallington Regional High School, providing that the
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regional district could operate under the cited questionable issues
listed below.
2.
That the appointment of the Board Members of the Carlstadt/East
Rutherford/Wallington Regional High School District be three
representatives from each of the three Boroughs; Carlstadt, East
Rutherford and Wallington.
3.
That the tax apportionment of the budget and the financial
responsibility shall also be apportioned equally and evenly at 33 1/3%
to each of the constituent Boroughs of Carlstadt, East Rutherford and
Wallington.
4.
That there be no required initial “buy in” into the regional merger by
the Wallington School District.
Be It Further Resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Commissioner of Education, the Executive County Superintendent of Schools, the
Boards of Education of Carlstadt, East Rutherford, Carlstadt/East Rutherford
Regional, and Wallington, as well as the municipal governing bodies of the
respective Boroughs.
30.
LINDABURY, McCORMICK,
FEASIBILITY CONTRACT
ESTABROOK
&
COOPER,
P.C.
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Be it resolved that the Wallington Board of Education approve a joint effort with the
Carlstadt/East Rutherford Regional Board of Education, to contract Lindabury,
McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C., to conduct a study regarding a
regionalization merger at a cost not to exceed $7,000.00, which shall be split equally
between the Carlstadt/East Rutherford Regional Board of Education and the
Wallington Board of Education.
APPROVAL OF PRESIDENT’S RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of ___________, seconded by ______________, to approve the President’s
Resolutions #28 - 30, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
OLD BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
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REPORT OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (Giambrone):
Ms. Giambrone reported on the following items:
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9.
Enrollment
Fire & Security Drills
Visit by the Garfield Rotary Club
Representative of AAA - Map Skill Lesson - Grade 4
PTA Meeting - “Meet and Greet”
B.C.U.A. Check Presentation
Guidance - Initiation of School Programs
S.T.E.M. Field Trips - Kindergarten - Grade 2
Upcoming Events
REPORT OF THE HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL (Fromfield):
Mr. Fromfield reported on the following items:
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6.
BEST Educational Professional
Back to School Night
PSAT Testing
Professional Development
Renovation Projects
Upcoming Dates
REPORT OF THE BOARD SECRETARY (Brunacki):
RESOLUTIONS:
There were no resolutions.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
There were no items for discussion.
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ADDENDUM ITEMS ADDED TO THE AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF ADDENDUM RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of _____________, seconded by _______________, to approve the
Addendum Resolutions #
, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent
.
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
Absent Abstain
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HEARING OF CITIZENS:
On motion of ____________, seconded by ________, to open the meeting to a hearing of
citizens. Roll Call, Yeas, . Absent
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
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CITIZENS THAT WERE HEARD:
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CLOSE OF HEARING OF CITIZENS:
On motion of ________, seconded by _____________, to close the hearing of citizens.
Roll Call, Yeas, . Absent
.
Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
Yes
No
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Be it resolved, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, that the Wallington Board of
Education meet in closed session at this time to discuss confidential matters pertaining to
personnel, negotiations, student matters and/or attorney-client privilege. It is expected
that the matters discussed in closed session shall be made public as soon as the need for
confidentiality no longer exists. The following items will be discussed:
1.
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3.
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5.
6.
Suspensions
Saturday Detentions
HIB
Chief School Administrator’s Evaluation
Outsourcing Custodial Services
Negotiations - School Business Administrator Contract
Upon completion of executive session, the Board will reconvene in regular session to take
action on the above matters.
On a motion by ___________, seconded by _____________, the Board went into
Executive Session. Yeas, . Absent
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Yes
No
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Pinto
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Smith
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RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION:
On a motion by ____________, seconded by _____________, the Board came back into
regular session. Yeas, . Absent
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No
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RESOLUTIONS FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION:
APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION RESOLUTIONS:
QUESTIONS:
On motion of _____________, seconded by _______________, to approve the Executive
Session Resolutions #
, dated October 13, 2014. Roll call, Yeas, . Absent .
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No action was taken on the other items discussed in executive session.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further items for discussion, on motion of ____________, seconded by
__________, to adjourn the meeting at : p.m. . Roll call, Yeas,
. Absent
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Labriola
Ricci
Ristovski
Severino
Pinto
Fusaro
Melfi
Lauterhahn
Smith
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No
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Joseph Brunacki III
Secretary
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