Chappaqua Central School District
Agenda May 18, 2023
Revised: 5/18/23 at 9:59am
6:23pm
Agenda
CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Horace Greeley High School - Auditorium
Presiding Officer: Jane Kimmel Shepardson
Pledge of Allegiance
Livestream Video Link
4:45 pm Proposed Executive Session to discuss matters of the employment history of particular persons, potential litigation, matters made confidential by federal and state privacy laws (FERPA and Ed Law 2-d) and to receive advice from counsel subject to Board approval.
6:00 pm Tenured Teacher/Administration Recognition – Horace Greeley High School Courtyard
Reconvene public meeting at 7:30 pm at Horace Greeley High School - Auditorium
1. Information Business Affairs
1.1 President’s Report
1.1.1 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby ratifies the report of the May 16, 2023 School Budget Vote & Election.
1.2 Superintendent’s Report
2. Committee Reports
Public Comment Period:
We welcome public comments, and in respect for each other's time, we ask that you limit your comments to three minutes. Board members may be contacted via email or phone. After the public comment period has been completed, Board members may have a discussion among themselves regarding comments presented.
3. Approvals & Ratifications
3.1 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the minutes of the May 3, 2023 Board of Education Meeting.
3.2 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the minutes of the May 12, 2023 Special Board of Education Meeting.
3.3 Policy #0125: Wellness Policy – 2nd Reading & Adoption
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby adopts Policy #0125: Wellness Policy.
3.4 Policy #3012: Conflicts of Interest - 2nd Reading & Adoption
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby adopts Policy #3012: Conflicts of Interest.
3.5 Policy #6040: Extra Classroom Activities – 2nd Reading & Adoption
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby adopts Policy #6040: Extra Classroom Activities.
3.6 Policy #6075: Inventory Capitalization Policy – 2nd Reading & Adoption
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby adopts Policy #6075: Inventory Capitalization Policy.
4. Recommended Action: Personnel
4.1 Instructional
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 2022/2023 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education:
Elizabeth DeLessio-Neubauer
Brook Pechenko
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 2023/2024 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education:
Holistic Learning Center
Isa Marrs Speech Language Pathology, P.C.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individual(s) listed as per diem substitute teacher(s) to be employed on an “as needed” basis:
Alyson Kaplan
Andrew McMillan
Julia Serret
Alexander Watts
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individual(s) listed as per diem substitute(s) at the Building Specific substitute teacher rate:
Sophia Bisantz – Robert E. Bell Middle School (effective 5/8/23)
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the probationary term of Science Teacher, Katherine Hannon, shall be amended to terminate on August 29, 2024, based upon receipt of proof of tenure in a New York State public school district.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board President, on behalf of the Board of Education, and the Superintendent are authorized to sign an agreement extending the probationary term of employee #5905 for an additional one year period through August 28, 2024, as recommended by the Superintendent.
Request for Discretionary Leave of Absence:
Mr. Edwin Santos, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective April 19, 2023 through April 28, 2023.
Ms. Monique Scollan, Teaching Assistant, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective May 15, 2023 through May 23, 2023.
Resignation:
Ms. Alissa Stoever, Assistant Principal, Westorchard Elementary School, effective June 30, 2023.
Appointment: Tenure
Ms. Danielle Barrett-Denmead, Teacher of Science, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 29, 2023.
Ms. Yanxia Chen, Teacher of Foreign Language, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 30, 2023.
Mr. Joseph Drew, School Psychologist, District-wide, effective September 1, 2023.
Ms. Sarah Gerbino, Teacher of Special Education, Westorchard Elementary School, effective August 29, 2023.
Ms. Ashley Kuhlmann, Teacher of English, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 29, 2023.
Mr. Alex Lichorat, Teacher of Science, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 29, 2023.
Ms. Elizabeth Mazzini-Chin, Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 29, 2023.
Ms. Desiree Miller, Teacher of Special Education, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective September 1, 2023.
Ms. Kathryn Naaman, Teacher of Elementary Education, District-wide, effective September 1, 2023.
Ms. Lisa Rudovic, Teacher of Elementary Education, Westorchard Elementary School, effective August 29, 2023.
Mr. Matthew Simone, Teacher of Physical Education, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 29, 2023.
Ms. Angelique Titre-Barnor, Teacher of Special Education, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective September 1, 2023.
Ms. Elissa Turshen, Teacher of Elementary Education, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective September 1, 2023.
Ms. Tonya Wilson, Elementary Principal, Roaring Brook Elementary School, effective September 1, 2023.
Appointment: Probationary
Ms. Alissa Stoever, Director of Elementary Education K-6, District-wide, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Director of Elementary Education, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools.
Ms. Maura Shanks, Teacher of English, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of English, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Mr. Sean McGill, Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Social Studies, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Jean Pincus, Teacher of Elementary Education, Roaring Brook Elementary School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Elementary Education, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Gemma Purdy-Forese, Teacher of Elementary Education, Roaring Brook Elementary School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Elementary Education, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Laura Hickernell, Teacher of Elementary Education, Westorchard Elementary School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Elementary Education, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Hannah Whitehead, Teacher of Elementary Education, Douglas Grafflin Elementary School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Elementary Education, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Mr. Matthew Danko, Teacher of Special Education, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Special Education, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Dr. Bethany Burrows, School Psychologist, Westorchard Elementary School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Psychologist, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Mr. Andrew Starr, Teacher of Special Education, Horace Greeley High School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Special Education, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Ms. Kendall McKenna, Guidance Counselor, Robert E. Bell Middle School, to a probationary appointment in the tenure area of Guidance, effective August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2027, 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 they shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.
4.2 Non-instructional
Resignations:
Tami Kassel, Teacher Aide, Horace Greeley High School, effective end of day
May 15, 2023.
Edward Serrano, Cleaner, Robert E. Bell Middle School, Effective end of day May 19, 2023.
Appointment:
Christopher Bruen, Cleaner, Horace Greeley High School, effective May 23, 2023.
Meghan Noble, Teacher Aide, Douglas Grafflin Elementary School, 32.5 hours/week, effective May 30, 2023.
5. Recommended Action: Other
Use of the Consent Agenda permits the Board of Education to make more effective use of its time by adopting a single motion to cover those relatively routine matters, which are included. Any member of the Board who wishes to discuss individually a particular piece of business on the Consent Agenda may so indicate and that item will be considered and voted on separately, thus preserving the right of all Board members to be heard on any issue. It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following Consent agenda as submitted by the Superintendent of Schools.
5.1 CSE summaries (2022-23 School Year) reported to the Board on May 18, 2023.
5.2 CSE summaries (2023-24 School Year) reported to the Board on May 18, 2023.
5.3 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves an agreement with
the Bedford Central School District for health & welfare services for 6 students, in the amount of $1,363.27 per student, effective September 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and authorizes the Board President, Superintendent and District Clerk to execute the agreement.
5.4 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the terms of a Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement with the Chappaqua Administrators Association (CAA) bargaining unit, dated May 5, 2023, regarding tenure stipend, effective July 1, 2023. A copy of the SMOA shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.
5.5 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the terms of a Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement with the Chappaqua Office Staff Association (COSA) bargaining unit, dated May 5, 2023, regarding a Fixed Asset Coordinator stipend position and an amendment to Article 29. A copy of the SMOA shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.
5.6 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the terms of a Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement with the Chappaqua Congress of Teachers (CCT) bargaining unit, dated May 5, 2023, regarding Article 15: Department Chairpersons, District Chairpersons, Elementary Chairpersons. A copy of the SMOA shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.
5.7 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the terms of a Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement with the Chappaqua Congress of Teachers (CCT) bargaining unit, dated May 3, 2023, regarding Article 28(b): Sick Leave. A copy of the SMOA shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.
5.8 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves PNW BOCES 2023-24 Contract of Services in the amount of $1,675,999.00 and authorizes the Board President and District Clerk to execute the contract.
5.9 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves an Agreement for Services with Gerd Althofer, for strategic planning and architectural consulting services regarding the proposed World Economics Learning Lab, pursuant to a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant accepted by the Board at the May 3, 2023 Board of Education meeting, and authorizes the Board President to execute the agreement.
5.10 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves a budget transfer in the amount of $274,403.18 to adjust salary line budgets and authorizes the Board President to sign the transfer document.
5.11 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves a budget transfer in the amount of $84,047.10 to adjust salary line budgets and authorizes the Board President to sign the transfer document.
5.12 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education approves a budget transfer in the amount of $52,483.83 to adjust salary line budgets and authorizes the Board President to sign the transfer document.
5.13 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves a new four year hardware Schedule (No. 3) dated July 1, 2023 under the Master Lease Purchase Agreement dated July 1, 2019, with Apple, Inc. for the acquisition of the following items:
| 250 | 13 inch Mac Book Air (Part #MLY73LL/A) |
| 730 | 10.9 inch iPad (Part #BUDP2LL/A) |
| 410 | 10.2 inch iPad (Part #BSX42LL/A) |
Lease payments will be $232.210.75 per year, and the Board authorizes the President to execute this Agreement.
5.14 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves an equipment addendum to Product Schedule #1897863 of Master State & Local Government Lease Agreement No. 460977 with Lenovo Financial Services, dated June 17, 2015 for a four year lease on the following items:
| 38 | ViewSonic ViewBoard 86”LCD |
| 38 | Extended Warranty – 2 year |
| 38 | ViewSonic Display Stand |
| 38 | Dual Band Wireless Module for ViewBoard IFP52 |
| 38 | myViewBoard Manager Advanced – Subscription |
| 1 | Shipping |
Lease payments will be $46,117.32 per year, and the Board authorizes the President to execute this Agreement.
5.15 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves Bid Award Renewal Recommendation CCSD #B2022-05: Cleaning Supplies & Equipment for the 2023-24 school year to Imperial Bag & Paper Co., LLC, at various amounts.
5.16 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves Bid Award Renewal Recommendation CCSD #B2022-01: Purchase of Musical Instruments and Equipment including parts and materials, rental and purchase of sound, video and lighting equipment, servicing, sound, video and lighting for the 2023-24 school year to The Muzic Store, Inc., at various amounts.
5.17 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education does hereby deny the April 14, 2023 DASA appeal filed on behalf of Student Number 230518; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the District Clerk notify the parents of the Board of Education’s determination.
6. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education acknowledges the following contracts approved by the Superintendent, per Board Policy 6085 – Purchasing and Bidding:
6.1 An agreement with Pablo Wolfe for services during Unity Day on June 1, 2023.
6.2 An agreement with Miranda Paul, Paul Family Books, LLC for virtual author visits during Unity Day on June 1, 2023.
6.3 An Agreement for Services with Francine Colandreo, for the 2022-23 school year.
6.4 An Agreement for Services with J&G Consulting for services during Unity Day on June 1, 2023.
7. Facilities
8. Financials
8.1 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby acknowledges receipt of the Claims Auditor’s Report for April, 2023.
9. Notice of Future Meetings
Wednesday, June 7, 2023, 7:30 pm
Ave Atque Vale – Honor Retirees
Horace Greeley High School – Auditorium
Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 7:30 pm
Horace Greeley High School - Auditorium
10. Adjournment
Any person who seeks accommodation based upon disability should contact the District Clerk,
Liisa Elsner at 238-7200, x-1002, at least five days prior to the meeting.
Chappaqua Board of Education
Education Center
66 Roaring Brook Road
Chappaqua, NY 10514
Web: www.chappaquaschools.org
Email: BoEducation@chappaquaschools.org
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