Saucon Valley School District Regular Meeting of the Board of Education October 14, 2014 – 7 pm High School Audion Welcome to the meeting of the Saucon Valley School Board. Our objective is to serve the students, parents, and residents of our community. You are an important part of this meeting and we look forward to your questions and comments. We are all here for the same reason. All opinions are welcomed and equally valuable. Our only request is that we address each other with civility and respect. Our courtesy toward each other is the best way to show our students how much we respect them as well. Notice to Public - This is to notify all in attendance at the Saucon Valley School Board meeting that the district is video and audio taping the meeting and the meeting will be posted for public viewing according to district policy. Agenda 6:30 pm – Executive Session for the purpose of personnel and negotiations. I. Call to the Order – Michael Karabin, President, presiding II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Recording of Attendance – David Bonenberger, Secretary IV. Motion to Approve Agenda V. Announcement of Executive Session October 14, 2014 – Personnel and Negotiations VI. Approval of Minutes – September 23, 2014 VII. Recognition – None VIII. Presentation A. Negotiations Update by Negotiations Committee B. SAIL (Summer Academy for Incoming Learners) PASA-PSAB School Leadership Conference Presentation – James Deegan IX. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Monica McHale-Small, Superintendent October 14, 2014 Business Agenda Page 2 of 6 X. Courtesy of the Floor to Visitors – Agenda Items Only – Visitors should state their name and address. XI. Presentation of Bills – David Bonenberger A. General Expenditure – $1,489,156.56 B. Cafeteria Expenditures – $31,967.98 C. Health Benefits – None D. Capital Projects – $66,576.85 Recommendations for Approval Presentation of Bills 1. Approve the above presentation of bills. Recommendation: To approve all motions and recommendations as listed above in Presentation of Bills. XII. Treasurer’s Report - Edward Inghrim/David Bonenberger A. Cash Investment and Bond Activity - None B. Condensed Board Summary Report - None C. Capital Project Finance Report - None D. Budget Transfers – $162,202.00 E. Middle School Activity Report – October 1, 2014 F. High School Activity Report – September 30, 2014 Recommendations for Approval Treasurer’s Report 1. Approve the above Treasurer’s Report. Recommendation: To approve all motions and recommendations as listed above in Treasurer’s Report. AGENDA ITEMS A. Education Items/Projects for Discussion and Possible Resolution None Recommendations for Approval Obsolete/Surplus 1. Approve the attached list of Obsolete/Surplus items. Recommendation: To approve all motions and recommendations as listed above in Treasurer’s Report. October 14, 2014 B. Business Agenda Page 3 of 6 Personnel Items/Projects for Discussion None Recommendations for Approval Administrator Resignation 1. Approve the resignation of Dr. Shawn Rutt, Supervisor of Special Education effective no later than December 5, 2014. Long Term Substitute 2. Approve the following long term substitute. Salaries are based on the 2011-12 contract and are subject to change following approval of the new professional contract. Lynette Wakefield as kindergarten long term substitute beginning approximately October 31, 2014, and continue until approximately March 2, 2015. The base salary is $44,232 (B, Step 1) which will be prorated for number of days worked. Mrs. Wakefield is replacing Holli Conrad, who will be on maternity leave during this time. Unpaid Leave 3. Approve the request for four days of unpaid leave for Erin Cheripka, elementary long term reading specialist, for November 11-14, 2014. She will be using a personal day for November 10, 2014. Elementary After School Homework Club 4. Approve the following 2014-15 Elementary After School Homework Club advisors. Salary is $35/hour for ½ hour per day (approximately 83 days). Not to exceed a total of $4,342. (Budgeted) Sharon Bender Lisa Benza Jennifer Burkholder Vivian Demko Amanda Hicks Paige Histand Allyssa Miara Michael Sakelarides Middle School Ski and Snowboard Club Volunteer Advisors 5. Approve the following 2014-15 middle school ski and snowboard club volunteer advisors/chaperones: Amber Brody Bob Boyer Carol Free Victoria Gazzana Robyn Heppenheimer Ruben Rivero Phillip Russell October 14, 2014 Business Agenda Page 4 of 6 Conference/Travel Request(s) 6. Approve the attached conference/travel request(s). Addition(s) to the Professional Substitute List 7. Approve the following 2014-15 professional substitute(s): Lisa Bardinelli-Madigan – Emergency Certified Frank Behum – Emergency Certified Nichole Cerullo – Emergency Certified Kathleen Miller – Emergency Certified Sarah Oswald – Health/Physical Education Neil Tichelaar – Emergency Certified Pamela Westphal – Emergency Certified Substitute Maintenance 8. Approve Nicholas Peteto as a substitute maintenance worker at an hourly rate of $11.79 on a “call as needed” basis, no benefits, effective immediately. Substitute Paraprofessional 9. Approve Lisa Madigan as a substitute paraprofessional at an hourly rate of $9.99 on a “call as needed” basis, not benefits, effective immediately. Substitute Food Service 10. Approve Tara Reccek and Deborah Kelahan as a substitute food services workers at an hourly rate of $9.80 on a “call as needed” basis, no benefits, effective immediately. Substitute Custodian 11. Approve Robert Coyle as a substitute custodian at an hourly rate of $10.39 on a “call as needed” basis, no benefits, effective immediately. Recommendation: To approve all motions and recommendations as listed above in Personnel. C. Facilities Items/Projects for Discussion and Possible Resolution None October 14, 2014 Business Agenda Page 5 of 6 Recommendations for Approval No Reports or Recommendations Recommendation: No recommendations. D. Finance Items/Projects for Discussion None Recommendations for Approval No Reports or Recommendations Recommendation: No recommendations. E. Community Outreach Items/Projects for Discussion None Saucon Valley Partnership Meeting – Edward Inghrim and Mark Sivak The next meeting of the Saucon Valley Partnership is scheduled for November 12, 2014, at 7 pm at Lower Saucon Township. Recommendations for Approval No Reports or Recommendations Recommendation: No recommendations. F. Bethlehem Area Vo-Tech School – Jack Dowling and Bryan Eichfeld (Meetings are the first Tuesday of every Month) G. Colonial Intermediate Unit – Susan Baxter (Meetings are the fourth Wednesday of every Month) H. PSBA – Jack Dowling and Sandra Miller I. Hellertown/Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce – Jack Dowling J. Saucon Valley Foundation for Educational Innovation – Sandra Miller October 14, 2014 K. Business Agenda Page 6 of 6 Northampton Community College – Susan Baxter (Meetings are the first Thursday of every Month) L. Old Business XIII. Citizen’s Inquiries and Comments – Visitors should state their name and address. XIV. Announcements Future Meetings ~ October 28, 2014 – 7 pm – Business Meeting – Audion November 11, 2014 – 7 pm – Business Meeting – Audion December 2, 2014 – 7 pm – Reorganization Meeting - Audion Business Meeting – Audion XV. Motion to Adjourn Meeting The Saucon Valley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or handicap. SAIL Summer Academy for Incoming Learners Transition - Think about issues surrounding transition of students from - grade to grade - building to building 1 What is SAIL? -Transition program for children moving from community education centers or home care to parochial, private or public school -Two week program scheduled during Summer Learning Academy at Saucon Valley SD - Organized academic, behavioral and social activities Why SAIL? “…transition from preschool to formal schooling is widely acknowledged as a critical developmental milestone for children and families, with potentially significant implications for later school outcomes.” (Eckert et al. 2008) “…the kindergarten transition has been labeled a ‘‘sensitive period’’ necessary for later school success.” (Rimm-Kaufman and Pianta 2000). 2 July 21, 2014 Who is involved in SAIL? - Open to all children of Saucon Valley SD entering any Kindergarten in the fall of the upcoming school year - Parents -Saucon Valley Kindergarten Transition Community Partnership/Lehigh Valley United Way Children’s Coalition (2011) - Pre-service teachers and staff from Lehigh University - Saucon Valley OT/PT, Speech and SD administrators 3 Involving Community Stakeholders in SAIL PARENTS S C H O O L B O A R D S V S D S T A F F CHILDREN SAIL Participation - 2014, 65 out of 109 enrolled students participated, 60% participation - 2013, 57 out of 120 enrolled students participated, 48% participation - 2012, 50 out of 123 enrolled students participated, 40% participation - Increase of Lehigh University student teachers to provide 8:1 student to teacher ratio 4 SAIL In Pictures SAIL Data: Parent/Student/Teacher Feedback 5 SAIL Data: Parent/Student/Teacher Feedback - “I was happy to have this program for my daughter to participate in. Although she reported still feeling afraid of first day of kindergarten, I know that was much better than it would have been without SAIL. “ - Parent - “I think it's a great program. My child had a hard time the first day with crying and me leaving. By the second day she ran in! And now everyday she goes to kindergarten without any problems.” - Parent - “Please continue to do this program every year! It helped my youngest get excited about going to school and let her see what it was all about. I will tell parents with future kindergarteners what a great experience it is! Thanks for all of the hard work you put in, it is very appreciated.” - Parent SAIL Data: Parent/Student/Teacher Feedback - “Thank you so much for this opportunity. I think it is wonderful that the school offers this program and for it to be free of charge is a wonderful and generous thing you all are doing for the children and families.” - Parent - “The children are transitioning very nicely” - Saucon Valley Extended Day Kindergarten Teacher - “I thought the sail program was fantastic! We feel very lucky to be a part of this district! Thank you for this great program!” - Parent - “I thought it was a great experience for my daughter. She was very comfortable moving into kindergarten since she was able to spend the time in the building at SAIL camp.” - Parent 6 How do we proceed? Next Steps: Broaden Community Involvement “…family involvement in transition is considered important for positive child outcomes.” (Rimm-Kaufman and Pianta 2000) - Continued IU 20 offered professional development with Early Childhood focus for: - Community education centers - Parents/Grandparents providing home care Thank you: Lehigh University Students and College of Education Staff Mrs. Carla Kologie Dr. Brook Sawyer Dr. Lynn Columba Dr. Julie Santoro Saucon Valley SD Custodial Staff Dr. Shawn Rutt Mrs. Cindy Motter Ms. Lynn Cheddar Mrs. Theresa McDermott 7 September 12, 2014 Questions ? [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] United Way PA Locations http://apps.unitedway.org/myuw/luindex.cfm? id=browsecities&zip=00000&abbr=PA&app 8 September 23, 2014 Page 3599 A Business Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Saucon Valley School District was held on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 in the High School Audion. Present were Directors Charles Bartolet, Susan Baxter, Jack Dowling, Bryan Eichfeld, Edward Inghrim, Michael Karabin, Sandra Miller, Mark Sivak. Absent – Ralph Puerta with prior notice. Also present were Superintendent Monica McHale-Small, David Bonenberger, Business Manager, and Kyle Berman, District Solicitor. I. Call to the Order at 7:02PM – Michael Karabin, President, presiding II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Recording of Attendance – David Bonenberger, Secretary 8-present, 1-absent (Puerta with prior notice) IV. Motion to Approve Agenda – Director Inghrim, seconded by Director Miller moved to approve the Agenda. Vote: 8-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) V. Announcement of Executive Session September 9, 2014 – Negotiations and September 23, 2014 – Legal VI. Approval of Minutes – Director Bartolet, seconded by Director Inghrim moved to approve the minutes of September 9, 2014. Vote: 8-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) VII. Recognition VIII. Presentation IX. Superintendent’s Report –Dr. McHale-Small thanked the Elementary School PTO and the Middle School PTG for hosting a meet the Superintendent night on October 1st. She also mentioned the state has released the school performance data but is still finalizing results before making them public. Dr. McHale-Small will be posting to replace Dr. Atkinson which will be advertized as an Assistant to the Superintendent. Every year the seniors of the girls’ soccer team recognize teachers who have made an impact on their academic careers. They are Theresa Andrucci, Jessica Friday, Barb Psathas, Theresa Weidner, Cheri Chisesi and Rich Simononis. X. Courtesy of the Floor to Visitors – Agenda Items Only XI. Presentation of Bills – David Bonenberger A. General Expenditure – $1,435,869.32 B. Cafeteria Expenditures – $20,854.03 C. Health Benefits – $283,842.07 D. Capital Projects – None 1. Approve the above presentation of bills. Director Inghrim, seconded by Director Bartolet moved to approve the Presentation of the Bills. Vote: 8-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) XII. Treasurer’s Report - Edward Inghrim/David Bonenberger A. Cash Investment and Bond Activity B. Condensed Board Summary Report C. Capital Project Finance Report D. Budget Transfers – None E. Middle School Activity Report – September 1, 2014 F. High School Activity Report – August 31, 2014 Page 3600 September 23, 2014 1. Approve the above Treasurer’s Report. Director Miller, seconded by Director Inghrim moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Vote: 8-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) A. Education A. Super Kids Literacy Curriculum for Grades K-2 No Reports or Recommendations B. Personnel 1. Approve the following professional appointments. Salary is based on the 2011-12 contract and are subject to change following approval of the new professional contract: Amanda Giangiobbe as sixth grade mathematics teacher effective September 24, 2014. Her base salary is $45,600 (B, Step 2), which will be prorated. Ms. Giangiobbe is replacing Lucy Kennedy, who recently resigned. Jennifer Screnci as .5 high school social studies teacher effective September 24, 2014. Her base salary is $22,116 (B, Step 1), which will be prorated. Ms. Screnci is replacing Kristin Arnold, who recently resigned. 2 Approve the following long term substitute. Salary is based on the 2011-12 contract and is subject to change following approval of the new professional contract. Melissa Maynard as sixth grade language arts long term substitute beginning September 24, 2014, and continue for remainder of the 201415 school year. Her base salary is $45,600 (B, Step 2) which will be prorated. Ms. Maynard is replacing Amanda Giangiobbe, who was transferred to a permanent position. 3. Approve the following mentors for the 2014-15 school year. Salary is per the current professional contract which is $500. (Salary will be pro-rated if not a full school year.) Inductee Katie Roberts Jennifer Screnci Mentor Alice Friend Jeremy Kittek 4. Approve the middle school dance team program under the direction of Tonya Rodriquez, who was previous approved as volunteer. 5. Approve the following 2014-15 substitute(s): Martin Brynildsen III – Emergency Certified Linda Dieterly – Emergency Certified Adrienne Gorzelic – Art September 23, 2014 Page 3601 William Oatman – Emergency Certified Jeffrey Parks – Emergency Certified Jennifer Philipp - Music 6. Approve the transfer of Elijah Tirado from the custodial department to the maintenance department at an hourly rate of $25.22. He is replacing Doug Peffer who retired. Director Bartolet, seconded by Director Miller moved to approve Personnel Item #6. Vote: 6-yes, 1-no (Karabin), 1-abstain(Eichfeld) 7. Approve Maureen Kardell as the K – 8 Attendance Secretary effective September 24, 2014, at an hourly rate of $15.05 with benefits per the current Secretarial/ Clerical Agreement. Ms. Kardell is replacing Kathleen Prindible who transferred to the Middle School Office. 8. Approve the following substitute support staff: Heather Budline as a Food Service Substitute at an hourly rate of $9.80, on a “call as needed” basis, no benefits, effective immediately. Kathryn Miller as a Secretarial Substitute at an hourly rate of $9.99, on a “call as needed” basis, no benefits, effective immediately. Andrew Meilinger as a Part Time Bus Driver at an hourly rate of $18.67 for driving and $10.00 for riding and as a Substitute Custodian at an hourly rate of $10.39, no benefits, on a “call as needed” basis, effective immediately. 9. Approve Dwight Thompson as an Emergency Van Driver at an hourly rate of $18.67, no benefits, on a “call as needed” basis, effective immediately. 10. Approve an extension of an unpaid medical leave for Michael Gerstenberg, custodian, until October 20, 2014. 11. Approve the following 2014-15 fall coaches. Salary is based on the 2011-12 contract and is subject to change following approval of the new professional contract. Field Hockey Ashley Kratochvil Phil Danaher Kristen Shickora 12. Assistant Coach Head Coach Assistant Coach Resigned $4,805.00 $2,745.00 Approve the following high school co-curricular/extra duty position for the 2014-15 school year. Salary is based on the 2011-12 contract and is subject to change following approval of the new professional contract: High School Mock Trial Club – Genia Miller - $798 Page 3602 September 23, 2014 Director Inghrim, seconded by Director Miller moved to approve Personnel Items 1-5 and 7-12. Vote: 8-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) C. Facilities No Reports or Recommendations D. Finance No Reports or Recommendations E. Community Outreach The next meeting of the Saucon Valley Partnership is scheduled for November 12, 2014, at 7 pm at Lower Saucon Township. F. Bethlehem Area Vo-Tech School – Jack Dowling and Bryan Eichfeld G. Colonial Intermediate Unit – Susan Baxter H. PSBA – Jack Dowling and Sandra Miller A. Discussion of PSBA candidates 1. Approve slate of officers per board ballots. Director Miller, seconded by Director Inghrim moved to approve the election of PSBA officers per board ballots. Vote: 8-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) XIII. I. Hellertown/Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce – Jack Dowling J. Saucon Valley Foundation for Educational Innovation – Sandra Miller K. Northampton Community College – Susan Baxter L. Old Business Citizen’s Inquiries and Comments – L. Rebnick – Asked what we are doing with the rest of the children in the district (grades 3-12) to catch them up since they are not part of the Super Kids program. G. Gress – Commented on the difference of property assessments between a house on Black River Road and one on Bingen Road. XIV. Announcements Future Meetings ~ October 14, 2014 – 7 pm – Business Meeting – Audion October 28, 2014 – 7 pm – Business Meeting – Audion November 11, 2014 – 7 pm – Business Meeting – Audion XV. Motion to Adjourn Meeting Director Dowling, seconded by Director Miller moved to adjourn the meeting. Vote: 9-yes, 0-no, 1-absent (Puerta) 7:40PM ATTEST: ____________________________ Secretary ___________________________ President Beginning Balance Income Expenses End Balance $ $ SAUCON VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS REPORT 10/1/2014 Activities Fund $13,339.15 2,964.66 170.74 $16,133.07 ACCOUNT BALANCES Band $ Cheerleading(Competition Club) Chorus Community Service Honor Society $ iTeam $ Odyssey of the Mind $ Reading Olympics $ Ski Club $ Student Council $ Volleyball $ Woodworking $ Yearbook $ 5th Grade $ 6th Grade $ 7th Grade $ 8th Grade $ Total Account Balances 154.12 4.38 767.42 161.67 (32.99) 236.64 5.81 143.39 489.15 3,134.03 766.64 829.97 4,158.84 81.72 231.61 2,946.85 2,053.82 $ Respectfully submitted - Pamela J. Bernardo, Principal 16,133.07 SAUCON VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FINANCIAL REPORTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 ACTIVITIES FUND BALANCE INCOME EXPENSES BALANCE $ 38,438.92 $ 4,692.73 $ 6,698.15 $ 36,433.50 ACCOUNT BALANCES 2ND MILE LEADERSHIP BAND CHORUS CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2016 CLASS OF 2017 DANCE TEAM ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB FBLA LANGUAGE & CULTURE CLUB LEO CLUB MINI-THON MODEL UN NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY NEWSPAPER PAINTBALL READING TEAM SADD SKI CLUB SPOTLIGHT UGANDA STUDENT STORE – SGA SVSSC UNICEF YEARBOOK 351.48 2,119.22 207.20 3,351.10 343.49 1,835.24 3,878.77 300.50 6,171.71 399.09 475.18 441.96 328.45 3,710.40 515.85 58.29 25.77 2,455.23 1,107.41 450.12 1,650.08 33.39 3.09 6,220.48 STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND BALANCES $ 36,433.50 RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, ERIC D. KAHLER PRINCIPAL SAUCON VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT Office of the Superintendent Conference/Travel Breakdown October 14, 2014 Name Date Conference/ Travel Title Location Rationale Estimated Cost Breakdown Number Conferences/ Events Attended this Year Total Costs of Conferences/ Events to Date -0 - -0- -0- -0- -1 - $481.45 Conference Megan Kern H.S. English 11/20/14 – 11/23/2014 National Conference of Teachers of English Washington, DC Megan Hauser H.S. English 11/20/14 – 11/23/2014 National Conference of Teachers of English The National Council of Teachers of English is devoted to improving teaching. Many different sessions will be available such as: Linking Young Adult Literature and NonFiction; Passionate, Savvy Writing Instruction; Igniting Change Through Literature, Read Like a Writer, Write Like a Reader; Telling Our Stories; Integrating the Stem Philosophy into the English Classroom; Bridging the Gap Between Common Core and College Writing and more. Same as above Washington, DC Pam Bernardo M.S. Principal 3/19/2015 – 3/24/2015 ASCD Annual Conference Houston, Texas Ms. Bernardo will be presenting a session entitled – Developing a One-to-One 24/7 Implementation of Technology. At this conference there will be access to more than 350 educational sessions; the opportunity to network with approximately 10,000 education leaders and entry to an exhibit hall featuring 300 education companies. Principals and assistant principals learn new ways to lead and inspire the entire school community. Lodging (2 nights $250/night) Sharing with Megan Hauser Registration Meals Mileage Tolls/parking $500.00 $325.00 $60.00 $210.00 $50.00 Sub Needed (2 days) $200.00 Total: Registration Meals Lodging – $1,345.00 $325.00 $60.00 sharing Megan Sub Needed (2 days) $200.00 Total: Registration $585.00 $179.00 Ms. Bernardo will cover all other cost. Total: $179.00
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