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Information
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1.1
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President's Report
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1.1.1
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WPSBA (Westchester Putnam School Boards Association)
Joint Superintendent / Board Dinner
Warren Messner and Dr. McKay attended the dinner and reported. Chris Tienkin, a professor at Seton Hall University, was the speaker who gave a very passionate speech against Common Core. He has an analytical point of view from global data and feels that the United States is not lagging behind. The issue is about standardized testing that takes so much time teaching to test.
Dr. McKay added that Common Core is not bad, but the testing and the scripting of the teaching is bad. Education is for the sake of knowledge and not just college and career readiness on the federal level. Board members added personal comments and were passionate about learning being a lifelong pursuit.
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1.1.2
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PTA Executive Board meeting
President Mester attended his first PTA board meeting and was impressed by the amount of work they undertake. He noted the board always appreciates their help with the budget vote, but wanted to acknowledge how much work they do all year long. The board meets with a number of groups and appreciates the input. Please continue to email us, etc.
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1.2
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Superintendent's Report
Dr. McKay offered congratulations to all the sport teams who have had a tremendous year and especially to the girls swim team who are sectional leaders for second year in a row.
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1.2.1
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Proposed 2014-2015 Chappaqua School Calendar
Dr. McKay presented the proposed 2014-2015 school calendar. We worked with the teachers' union to have the teachers come back in August that gives us a two week holiday break. As requested by the board, staff development days occur on Fridays with early dismissals. However, there are several reasons to keep a staff development day on May 15 rather than the suggested May 22 for a four-day holiday weekend.
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1.2.2
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Knowledge Café
Dr. McKay reported approximately 100 people attended and it was one of our most successful Knowledge Cafes that provided a great deal of feedback.
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1.2.3
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Upcoming student events
Dr. McKay reported on a number of student events including the Horace Greeley Theater presenting, Merrily We Roll Along. We have ten band, orchestra and choral performances coming up for a busy winter season.
One more item, Lisa Mayer, one of our English teachers at the high school has announced her retirement and we will miss her very much.
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2.
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Organization
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3.
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Approvals
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3.1
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Alyson Kiesel moved to approve the Minutes of October 23, 2013. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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4.
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Recommended Action: Personnel
Superintendent Lyn McKay made the following recommendations:
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4.1
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Instructional
Resolution:
"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as per diem substitute teachers to be employed on an "as needed" basis":
Judith Chang, and
Joan Veteska.
Resolution:
"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby authorizes the attached Agreements for Services for the individuals and agencies listed below effective November 20, 2013 through June 26, 2014, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education":
Resignation for Purposes of Retirement:
Ms. Lisa Mayer, Teacher of English, Horace Greeley High School, effective January 31, 2014.
Appointment: Part Time
Ms. Shannon Bailey, (.04) Teacher of Elementary Education to provide Academic Intervention Services as per the Teachers' Contract, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective November 19, 2013 through May 22, 2014 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, B(BA+45) with Masters, $59.31/hour.
Appointment: Coaching
Mr. Gregg Srinivasan, Junior Varsity Girls' Basketball, Horace Greeley High School, effective November 15, 2013 through March 1, 2014 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, $6,141.
Mr. Richard Marasco, (.5) Varsity Skiing, Horace Greeley High School, effective November 15, 2013 through March 1, 2014 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, $2,236.
Mr. Daniel Hall, 7-8th Grade Wrestling, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective December 2, 2013 through March 1, 2014 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 2, $4,971.
Appointment: Tenure
Mr. Daniel Perito, Teaching Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective November 28, 2013.
Karen Visser moved to accept Dr. McKay's recommendation. Alyson Kiesel seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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4.2
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Non-Instructional
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed below as a per diem clerical/teacher aide substitute to be employed on an "as needed" basis, effective November 21, 2013:
Anne Kelly and
Mary Ellen O'Mara
Appointment:
Anthony R. Castaneda - Teacher Aide at Douglas Grafflin Elementary School, 32.5 hours per week, effective November 12, 2013, salary will be $15.32/hour.
Victoria Tipp moved to accept Dr. McKay's recommendation. Jeffrey Mester seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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5.
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Recommended Action: Other
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5.1
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Karen Visser moved to approve CSE summaries reported to Board on November 15, 2013. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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Alyson Kiesel moved to approve items 5.2, 5.3, and 5.4. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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5.2
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Approve 2013-2014 Contract with Eastchester Union Free School District for one student in the CD program, at an annual rate of $58,227 plus any additional related services approximately $29,523, effective September 9, 2013 to June 27, 2014.
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5.3
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Approve 2013-2014 Contract with Eastchester Union Free School District for one student in the ACP program at an annual rate of $58,227 no additional related services, effective September 9, 2013 to June 27, 2014.
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5.4
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Approve 2013-2014 Contract with Eastchester Union Free School District for one student in the middle school program, at an annual rate of $58,227 plus any additional related services, approximately $6,600, effective September 9, 2013 to June 27, 2014.
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Victoria Tipp moved to approve items 5.5 and 5.6. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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5.5
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Approve 2013-2014 School Year Contract with Ardsley Union Free School District for one student in the CRS Special Class program at an annual rate of $50,392 plus any additional related services for approximately $25,740.
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5.6
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Approve 2013-2014 School Year Contract with Ardsley Union Free School District for one student in the AMS Special Class program at an annual rate of $50,392 plus any additional related services for approximately $56,188.
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5.7
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Warren Messner offered a Resolution to comply with State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) for Type II Roofing repair of gymnasium at Horace Greeley.
"Whereas, the Board of Education of the Chappaqua Central School District is planning a roofing repair project at the Gymnasium of Horace Greeley High School (the "Proposed Project"); and
Whereas, the Board of Education wishes to comply with the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA); and
Whereas, the Board of Education has reviewed the components, phases and aspects of the Proposed Project; and
Whereas, the Board of Education has reviewed the Proposed Project with respect to the Type II criteria set forth in the SEQRA Regulations at 6 NYCRR Part 617.5 and has determined that the Proposed Project is a Type II Action pursuant to Section 617.5(c)(1), (2) & (8) of the SEQRA Regulations;
Therefore, be it resolved, that the Board of Education of the Chappaqua Central School District is hereby designated lead agency under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) for the Proposed Project; and
Be it further resolved, that the Board of Education hereby determines that the Proposed Project is a Type II action pursuant to Section 617.5(c)(1), (2) & (8) of the SEQRA Regulations and will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment and that no further review of the Proposed Project is required."
Alyson Kiesel seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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Victoria Tipp moved to table 5.8. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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5.8
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Be it resolved that the Board of Education ratifies the Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement between the Superintendent of Schools and Board of Education and Chappaqua Administrators Association, for amendments and additions to 2013-14 and 2014-15 collectively negotiated agreement. The Agreement will be incorporated by reference into the minutes of this meeting.
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6.
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Facilities
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6.1
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Report of facilities tour at Douglas Grafflin Elementary School and Bell Middle School on November 18, 2013.
President Mester noted the fine shape of the buildings and thanked Joe Gramando and his staff for the good work they do.
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7.
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Financials
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Alyson Kiesel moved to accept the financial reports, Items 7.1 and 7.2. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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7.1
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Claims Auditor Report - October 31, 2013
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7.2
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Treasurer's Report - October 2013
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7.3
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Alyson Kiesel moved to approve a Budget transfer - Instructional salaries Bell MS $90,973 and Ed. Advancement $3,520 to Instructional. Salaries sixth grade $94,493.
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Notice of Future Meetings -
President Mester gave Notice of Meetings.
Wednesday, December 11, 2013, at Horace Greeley High School, 7:30 p.m.
Presentations:
High School Focus 2013-14
Special Education Focus 2013-14
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Adjournment
Alyson Kiesel moved to adjourn at 9:02 p.m. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
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Chappaqua Central School District