Minutes November 15, 2017

1.1

President's Report

Victoria Tipp congratulated the winners of the recent Town Board elections and thanked all the candidates for running. She went on to briefly discuss the upcoming House and Senate Tax Bill votes in order to alert taxpayers to potential ramifications to local property taxes and the school budget.

1.2

Superintendent's Report

Dr. Ackerman reported that we will have a look at the new District website at our December meeting. She mentioned that Department Chairs have been working with Principal Robert Rhodes on open enrollment for high demand courses. She also said that 8^th grade and High School math teachers are discussing expanding enrollment/changing enrollment procedures for Algebra in 8^th grade. Dr. Ackerman also highlighted that building principals are continuing their work with faculty to maximize usage of the new project-based learning spaces.

Policy Committee

2.1

Policy No. 5077: Life Threatening Allergic Reactions - 2^nd Reading and adoption

2.2

Policy No. 5078: Administration of Medication - 2^nd Reading and adoption

2.3

Policy No. 1005: Public Participation At Board Meetings - 1^st Reading

Facilities Committee Update

3.1

Accept Minutes of the November 1, 2017 meeting

4.1

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:

• Tracy Franks
• Charles Sehulster

Resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED that the probationary term of English Teacher, Michael Palmieri, shall be amended to terminate on August 30, 2020, based upon receipt of proof of tenure in a New York State public school district.

Resignation:

Appointment: Probationary

Appointment: Part Time

• Ms. Jennifer Dell'olio, Teaching Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective November 10, 2017.
  • Ms. Linda Ryan Dehejia, Student Life Coordinator, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Social Worker effective November 20, 2017 through November 19, 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 5, B(BA+45) with Masters, $86,580, prorated.

   

  Appointment: Coaching - Horace Greeley High School, effective November 16, 2017 through March 17, 2018

  • Ms. Caitlin Lena, (.5) Teacher of Special Education, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective November 16, 2017 through June 30, 2018 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1 B(BA+45) with Masters, $36,960, prorated.

Appointment: Coaching - Seven Bridges School, effective November 16, 2017 through March 17, 2018

Appointment: Volunteer Coaching - Horace Greeley High School, effective November 16, 2017 through March 17, 2018

4.2

Non-Instructional

Appointment:

• Patricia Sullivan - Senior Office Assistant-Automated Systems (12 month) 35 hours/week at the Education Center - Special Education Department, effective November 30, 2017, pending Civil Service approval. Her annual salary will be $65,767, Step 20.

Request for Discretionary Leave of Absence:

Resolution to authorize discretionary leave of absence, without pay, for Patricia Sullivan from January 12, 2018 through January 19, 2018.

5.1

CSE Summaries reported to the Board on November 15, 2017.

5.2

BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby approved the attached extension of the Agreement for Services for Theresa Markley effective for the 2017/2018 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education, and authorizes the Board President to execute this agreement.

5.3

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the Contract with Katonah-Lewisboro Union Free School District for educational services for one student for the 2017-18 school year for the sum of $140,114.07, and authorizes the Board President to execute this Agreement.

[Tabled from November 1, 2017 Board of Education public meeting]

5.4

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hereby authorizes its President to sign a Consent & Release Agreement with the Town of New Castle regarding its Streetscape & Infrastructure Improvement Project, No. SSP-02, as presented to the Board at this meeting. A copy of said Agreement shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.

5.5

Approve Bid Award No. B2017-13 Construction Labor and Materials: General Construction to J.A.C. Building and Development Group, Inc. For various rates, cost of materials, & projects.

ADDENDUM

5.6

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hereby appoints Louis Patack, Esq. as the Hearing Officer pursuant to Section 75 of the New York Civil Service Law, with respect to Employee No. 3704, and authorizes the Hearing Officer to hear evidence, make a transcript of proceedings and to issue a written report of his findings of fact and recommendations, including a disciplinary penalty, if any.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby suspends Employee No. 3704, without pay, commencing on November 16, 2017 for thirty (30) calendar days and then with pay during the pendency of these proceedings, if during a time when the employee would otherwise be paid.

2^nd ADDENDUM

5.7

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes the law firm of Shaw, Perelson, May & Lambert, LLP to provide legal representation to the School District in an Article 78 proceeding, In the Matter of Marlin v. Chappaqua Central School District, in accordance with the provisions of the 2017-2018 retainer agreement with the law firm.

6.1

Revenue Status Report - 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2017

6.2

Appropriation Status Summary Report - 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2017

6.3

Claims Auditor Report - October 2017