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Information Business Affairs
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1.1
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President's Report - Victoria Tipp welcomed everyone to the Opening Day meeting and spoke about the morning's activities. She thanked Joe Gramando and his department, John Chow, the Facilities Committee (including Karen Visser) and all those involved in the facilities, and other, work done over the summer. She reported that the buildings and grounds look great and that staff are looking forward to a great school year. She mentioned that the August 28th Administrative Retreat had gone well and that the Board is looking for
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1.2
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Superintendent's Report - Dr. Ackerman thanked administrators, staff and the Board of Education for their support and hard work over the summer. She mentioned the tributes given to the 25 year employees at the morning meeting and recapped the early Opening Day activities. She also spoke about the upcoming Ribbon Cutting celebration for the new turf field.
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2.
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Organization
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3.
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Approvals & Ratifications
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3.1
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Accept Minutes of the July 6, 2017 meeting
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Moved by Alyson Gardner to accept Item 3.1 as amended. Seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson. Motion carried 5-0.
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4.
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Recommended Action: Personnel
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Dr. Christine Ackerman 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:
- Kevin Clark
- Emily Cloud
- Rebecca Doerfer
- Allison Mitchell
- Jordan Moore
- John Mullen
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby authorizes the attached Agreements for Services for the individuals and agencies listed below effective for the 2017/2018 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education:
- Caitlin Franze
- Erika Schenker
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as Advanced Technology Fellows effective for the 2017/2018 school year:
- Patricia Adams
- Mary Comparetto
- Sara Kenney
- Kathryn Mamorsky
- Kathryn Rowland
- Margaret Schatzle
- Vania Sitruk
- Jacqueleen Zamora
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as Accessible Instruction Teaching Fellows effective for the 2017/2018 school year:
- Laura Abbatantuono
- Helen Harrison
- Andrea Kosakowski
- Tracy Mahoney
- Teresa McKenna
- Joseph Montuori
- Brian Petruso
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as Innovation Fellows effective for the 2017/2018 school year:
- Kayla Corvino
- Mary Devane
- Michael Day
- Isabel Irizarry
- Sheila Jacob
- Regina McKie
- Lauren Reisner
- Pamela Schembri
- Jessica Towle
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as Teacher Action Research Project (TARP) participants effective for the 2017/2018 school year:
- Megan Hughes
- Amy Kaiser
- Ellen Moskowitz
- Michelle Ramahlo
- Lauralyn Stewart
Request for Discretionary Leave of Absence:
- Ms. Carolyn Elwood, Teacher of Art, Robert E. Bell and Seven Bridges Middle Schools, effective August 31, 2017 through December 29, 2017.
Appointment: Leave Replacement
- Ms. Carolyn Elwood, Acting Assistant Principal, Westorchard Elementary School, effective August 21, 2017 through December 29, 2017 or earlier based upon the return of the current assistant principal, $142,000, prorated.
Appointment: Probationary
- Mr. Michael Palmieri, Teacher of English, Seven Bridges Middle School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of English effective August 31, 2017 through August 30, 2021, subject to receipt of composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Education law Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) proceeding years, and if the probationer receives an ineffective composite or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period he or she shall not be eligible for tenure at that time, Step 7, B(BA+30) with Masters, $88,712.
Appointment: Part Time
- Mr. Christopher DiGregorio, (.5) Teacher of Social Studies, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 31, 2017 through June 30, 2018 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, B(BA+30) with Masters, $35,178.
Appointment: Coaching - Horace Greeley High School, effective August 21, 2017 through November 3, 2017
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ADDENDUM
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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:
Resignation for Purposes of Retirement:
- Ms. Maryellen DeLillo, Teaching Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 31, 2017.
Resignation:
- Ms. Rebecca Bianco, Teaching Assistant, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective August 28, 2017.
- Ms. Samantha Fortier-Vieni, (.5) Teacher of Physical Education, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 30, 2017.
- Ms. Caroline Susa, Teaching Assistant, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective August 29, 2017.
Appointment: Regular Substitute
- Ms. Samantha Fortier-Vieni, Regular Substitute Teacher of Physical Education, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2017 through June 30, 2018 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education). Step 4, B(BA+30) with Masters, $79,534.
- Ms. Nancy Williams, Regular Substitute Teacher of Science, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2017 through June 30, 2018 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education). This appointment is authorized subject to the approval of the Commissioner of the New York State Education Department. Consistent with New York State laws and regulations, as a retired teacher, Ms. Williams is entitled to retain her pension which was earned through her former district and which places no financial burden on the Chappaqua Central School District, Step 12, B(BA+30) with Masters, $104,007.
Appointment: Teaching Assistant
- Ms. Caitlin Franze, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2017, $22,557.
- Ms. Ruth Parnes, Teaching Assistant, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective August 31, 2017, $22,557.
Appointment: Part Time
- Mr. Charles Sehulster, (.5) Teacher of Science, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 31, 2017 through June 30, 2018 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 27, B(BA+30), $60,551.
Appointment: Coaching - Horace Greeley High School, effective August 29, 2017 through November 3, 2017
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester, seconded by Warren Messner to approve all items in 4.1 Personnel: Instructional. Motion carried 5-0.
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Dr. Christine Ackerman made the following recommendations:
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Resignation:
- Susan McCarthy - Clerk-School Monitor (Session) at Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 31, 2017.
Appointments:
- Laurie Warshofsky - Health Aide at Roaring Brook Elementary School, 23.5 hours/week, effective September 1, 2017. Her annual salary will be $22,633, Step 2.
- Steven McLees - BE IT RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Board hereby appoints Steven McLees as full-time Athletic Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Specialist, in the non-competitive class of the civil service, to serve a 52-week probationary term, commencing September 8, 2017, at an annual salary of $60,000 for the 2017-2018 school year, pro-rated, with Mr. McLees being granted an unpaid leave of absence on September 9 through 13, 2017.
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Moved by Warren Messner, seconded by Alyson Gardner to approve all items in 4.2 Personnel: Non-Instructional. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.
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Recommended Action: Other
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5.1
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CSE Summaries reported to the Board on August 31, 2017.
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Moved by Alyson Gardner, seconded by Victoria Tipp to approve item 5.1. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.2
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Aramark Contract Extension required by SED for 2017-18.
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester, seconded by Alyson Gardner to approve item 5.2. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.3
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves an extension of vendor contract to provide meals and /or snacks between Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WESTCOP - Head Start) and vendor, CCSD, effective September 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018, per attached prices, and authorizes the Board President to execute this agreement.
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Moved by Alyson Gardner, seconded by Jeffrey Mester to approve item 5.3. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.4
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Proposed Lunch Budget for 2017-18 budget with supporting documentation attached.
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Moved by Alyson Gardner, seconded by Warren Messner to approve item 5.4. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.5
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BE IT RESOLVED that Joshua Culwell-Block is hereby designated to serve as the data privacy officer pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2-c and 2-d of the NYS Education Law.
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Moved by Warren Messner, seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson to approve item 5.5. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.6
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with Pleasantville Union Free School District for the Pleasantville Summer School program for the 2017-18 school year at the rate set by New York State Education Department, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
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5.7
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with Ardsley Union Free School District for the Ardsley Summer School program for the 2017-18 school year at the rate set by New York State Education Department, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
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5.8
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with Bedford Central School District for the SAIL II program for the 2017-18 school year at the rate set by New York State Education Department, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
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5.9
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with SCO Family of Services, Westbrook Preparatory School for the educational services for the 2017-18 school year at the rate set by New York State Education Department, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
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5.10
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with The Center for Discovery, Inc. for educational services for the 2017-18 school year at the rate set by New York State Education Department, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
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5.11
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with North Salem Central School District for educational services for the 2017-18 school year at the rate set by New York State Education Department, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.
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Moved by Warren Messner, seconded by Alyson Gardner to approve items 5.6 through 5.11. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.12
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Appoint Mary Marchionno to replace Liisa Elsner as a member of the Chappaqua Central School District's Health & Safety Committee, effective September 1, 2017.
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester, seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson to approve item 5.12. Motion carried 5-0.
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5.13
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Approve gift from Greeley Youth Football to the Chappaqua Central School District in the amount of $909.89 to purchase video camcorders.
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester, seconded by Alyson Gardner to approve item 5.13. Motion carried 5-0.
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ADDENDUM
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5.14
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education authorizes the Board President to execute a Release and Settlement Agreement regarding student #602847.
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Moved by Alyson Gardner, seconded by Warren Messner to approve item 5.14. Motion carried 5-0.
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6.
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Facilities
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6.1
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Change order #RBMS-001A approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Back-Flow Preventer - Bell Middle School
Contractor: Sun-Dance Energy Contractors, Inc.
Description: Installation of new 4' cast iron Burnham radiator
Amount: $3,452.00
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6.2
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Change Order #WES-001 approved by the Superintendent:
Project: Back-Flow Preventer - Westorchard Elementary School
Contractor: Sun-Dance Energy Contractors, Inc.
Description: Upgrade water meters after the Water District approved the specified meter but requested another type of meter for installation
Amount: $4,294.10
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6.3
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Change Order #DGES-001 approved by the Superintendent
Project: Back-Flow Preventer - Douglas Grafflin Elementary School
Contractor: Sun-Dance Energy Contractors, Inc.
Description: Upgrade water meters after the Water District approved the specified meter but requested another type of meter for installation
Amount: $4,294.10
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6.4
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Change Order #RBES-001 approved by the Superintendent
Project: Back-Flow Preventer - Roaring Brook Elementary School
Contractor: Sun-Dance Energy Contractors, Inc.
Description: Upgrade water meters after the Water District approved the specified meter but requested another type of meter for installation
Amount: $4,294.10
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6.5
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Change Order #RBMS-001 approved by the Superintendent
Project: Back-Flow Preventer - Robert E. Bell Middle School
Contractor: Sun-Dance Energy Contractors, Inc.
Description: Upgrade water meters after the Water District approved the specified meter but requested another type of meter for installation
Amount: $3,313.02
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6.6
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Change Order #HGHS-001 approved by the Superintendent
Project: Back-Flow Preventer - Horace Greeley High School
Contractor: Sun-Dance Energy Contractors, Inc.
Description: Upgrade water meters after the Water District approved the specified meter but requested another type of meter for installation
Amount: $4,294.10
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester, seconded by Warren Messner to accept items 6.1 through 6.6. Motion carried 5-0.
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Jeffrey Mester encouraged the community to view his blog which details the work that has taken place over the summer. He thanked John Chow, Joe Gramando and the Operations and Maintenance group for their hard work. Christine Ackerman thanked new athletic director, Jason Semo for the shuttle bus arrangements for students to reach the fields while work was being done on the entry to Greeley.
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7.
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Policy Committee
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8.
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Financials
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8.1
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Treasurer's Report - July 2017
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8.2
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Revenue Status Report - from 7/1/2017 to 7/31/2017
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8.3
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Appropriation Status Summary Report - from 7/1/2017 to 7/31/2017
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8.4
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Audit of Claims - July 2017
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester, seconded by Victoria Tipp to accept items 8.1 through 8.4. Motion carried 5-0.
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9.
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Communications
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10.
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Notice of Future Meetings
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
7:30 pm - Horace Greeley High School Academic Commons
Board Teaching and Learning Strategic Questions
District Vision and Goals
School Report Card
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Adjournment
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Moved by Warren Messner to enter into Executive Session at 11:02 a.m. to discuss the employment history of particular individuals and corporations. Seconded by Alyson Gardner. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Alyson Gardner to adjourn Executive Session and re-convene the public meeting at 12:15 p.m. Seconded by Jeffrey Mester. Motion carried 5-0.
Being no further business to be acted upon, the meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m. with a motion by Jane Kimmel Shepardson. Seconded by Warren Messner. Motion carried 5-0.
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Chappaqua Central School District