Minutes October 24, 2023
OFFICIAL MINUTES
CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 7:00 PM
Horace Greeley High School Auditorium
Present: Board of Education
Hilary Grasso, President
Cailee Hwang, Vice President
Matt Auerbach
Alissa Dorfman
Ryan Kelsey
Staff Members:
Christine Ackerman, Superintendent of Schools
Adam Pease, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
Jamie Edelman, Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services
Josh Culwell-Block, Assistant Superintendent for Business
Andrew Corsilia, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources & Leadership Development
David Hayes, Public Relations Assistant
Adam Schoenbart, Associate Director of Technology & Communications
Liisa Elsner, District Clerk
Motioned by Cailee Hwang to open the public meeting at 6:00 pm. Seconded by Ryan Kelsey. Motion carried 5-0.
Motioned by Cailee Hwang to appoint Dr. Christine Ackerman as District Clerk pro tempore. Seconded by Ryan Kelsey. Motion carried 5-0.
Motioned by Cailee Hwang to adjourn into Executive Session at 6:00 pm to discuss litigation, the employment history of particular persons, matters of health and safety, and to receive advice from counsel. Seconded by Ryan Kelsey. Motion carried 5-0.
Motioned by Cailee Hwang to reconvene the public meeting at 7:13 pm. Seconded by Ryan Kelsey. Motion carried 5-0.
Presentation: Roaring Brook Elementary School
1. Information Business Affairs
Presentation: ChapLine – Leigh Jones, Barton & Loguidice
1.1. President’s Report – Board President Grasso gave her report as follows:
- An update on the SRO situation and process, noting that she and Dr. Ackerman had sent a letter to Governor Hochul and all New York State Legislators on 10/23 and encouraging the community to also write to the legislature.
- An update on the District’s DEI work and the District’s commitment to education around anti-semitism.
- Highlights of the various resolutions brought forward at the recent NYSSBA meeting.
- Wishing families who will be celebrating, a wonderful Diwali.
1.1.1 Letter to New York State Legislators
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby acknowledges the correspondence to New York State Legislators by the Board President and Superintendent advocating for the inclusion of a security personnel and services exemption in the provisions of Education Law Section 2023-a.
Motioned by Hilary Grasso to acknowledge Item 1.1.1 as stated above. Seconded by Cailee Hwang. Motion carried 5-0.
1.2. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Ackerman gave her community update as follows:
- Supports for students and communications with the community regarding the recent terrorist attacks on Israel and the continuing situation in the Middle East. Dr. Pease elaborated on curricular efforts.
- An update on the Middle and Elementary School Shared SRO timeline.
- Dr. Pease gave Part II of the Annual Assessment Report.
Presentation: ChapLine Trail Way Presentation
2. Committee Reports
Health & Safety – Ms. Hwang reported that the committee had discussed the progress of the various health and safety related projects related to the recent bond (K-6 Electronic Locks and the license plate reader, walkie-talkie and camera system upgrades). A concern was raised at the meeting about high temperatures in classrooms at the beginning and end of the school year.
Innovation – Mr. Kelsey reported that the committee was discussing ideas for the design of the proposed WELL space at the high school and what would be the next focus for the committee.
Wellness – Ms. Dorfman reported that the butternut squash tasting was a big success.
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 October 11, 2023 Board of Education Meeting.
3.2 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the minutes of the October 12, 2023 Board of Education Work Session.
Motioned by Cailee Hwang to accept Items 3.1 and 3.2 as stated above. Seconded by Alissa Dorfman. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Recommended Action: Personnel
Dr. Ackerman recommended Item 4.1 as stated below.
4.1 Instructional
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes the attached Agreement for Services for the individual and agency listed below effective for the 2023/2024 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education:
Jewish Child Care Association of New York (JCCA)
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby appoints the individual listed as per diem substitute teacher to be employed on an “as needed” basis:
Henry Indictor
Cailey Marcin
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the probationary term of Mathematics Teacher, Andrew Zenker, shall be amended to terminate on August 30, 2026, based upon receipt of proof of tenure in a New York State public school district.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the probationary term of Science Teacher, Lauren Loprinzo, shall be amended to terminate on August 30, 2026, based upon receipt of proof of tenure in a New York State public school district.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed for Co-Curricular Activities for the 2023/2024 school year at the rate of $16.85 per point:
Douglas Grafflin Elementary School
Activity
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Advisor
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Points
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Grafflin Historical Society
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Sarah Alley (.33)
Megan Emerson (.33)
Debbie Lenaghan (.33)
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150
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Seven Bridges Middle School
Activity
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Advisor
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Points
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---|---|---|
Cricket Club
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Hoda Violante
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100
|
ENOUGH Jr.
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Laurie Lichtenstein (.5)
Jamie Egan (.5)
|
100
|
Lego Masters
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Skye Albert-Hall (.5)
Annette Bilinski (.5)
|
100
|
Student Government
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Sabrina Jakobsen (.5)
Rebecca Graham (.5)
|
200
|
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as AP proctors to be employed on an "as needed" basis effective for the 2023/2024 school year:
Barbara Beaumont
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Ron Bugara
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Elise Levine Cooper
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Nicole Daly
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Linda DiChiara
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Karen Ferris
|
Matthew Hager
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Carol Hughes
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Lisa Izbicki
|
Dimple Kirtikar
|
Jeanne Mahon
|
Suzanne Michel
|
Maureen Miller
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Noah Mitchell
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Melissa Moran
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Kieran Moran
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Tina Moundroukas
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Sara O’Neill
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Danielle O’Reilly
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Kimberley Perham
|
Paula Petito
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Beth Quinn
|
Thomas Quinn
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Dori-Ann Rodrick
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Joan Salamone
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Barbara Scheine
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Gretta Seidel
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Robert Tiberi
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Jill Jason-Wainer
|
|
|
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Appointment: Teaching Assistant
Ms. Mariammal Chelliah, Teaching Assistant, Douglas Grafflin Elementary School, effective October 16, 2023.
Appointment: Coaching - Effective November 13, 2023
Sport
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Level
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Coach
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Step
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---|---|---|---|
Girls Basketball
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Varsity
|
Sarah Schum
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3
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Girls Basketball
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Assistant Varsity
|
Nicholaus Rodwell
|
3
|
Girls Basketball
|
Junior Varsity
|
David Fernandes
|
3
|
Boys Basketball
|
Varsity
|
Matthew Simone
|
3
|
Boys Basketball
|
Assistant Varsity
|
Richard Clinchy
|
1
|
Boys Basketball
|
Junior Varsity
|
Edwin Santos
|
2
|
Ice Hockey
|
Varsity
|
Daniel Perito
|
3
|
Ice Hockey
|
Assistant Varsity
|
Seth Corwin
|
3
|
Bowling
|
Varsity
|
Charles McKenna
|
3
|
Bowling
|
Junior Varsity
|
Ryan Doyle
|
2
|
Wrestling
|
Varsity
|
Anthony Tortora
|
3
|
Wrestling
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Assistant Varsity
|
Michael DeBellis
|
3
|
Wrestling
|
Junior Varsity
|
Anthony Marino
|
3
|
Boys Swimming
|
Varsity
|
Margaret Kaplan
|
3
|
Boys Swimming
|
Assistant Varsity
|
Jeanne Kellachan
|
3
|
Indoor Track
|
Varsity
|
Steven McKenney
|
3
|
Indoor Track
|
Varsity
|
William Rose
|
3
|
Indoor Track
|
Assistant Varsity
|
Olivia Bonadies
|
1
|
Skiing
|
Varsity
|
James May
|
3
|
Skiing
|
Assistant Varsity
|
Jake Holmquist
|
3
|
Cheerleading
|
Varsity
|
Tatiana Vaz
|
1
|
Appointment: Coaching - Effective November 27, 2023
Sport
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Level
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Coach
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Step
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---|---|---|---|
Wrestling
|
Modified
|
Anthony Stewart
|
3
|
Motioned by Ryan Kelsey to approve Item 4.1 as stated above. Seconded by Hilary Grasso. Motion carried 5-0.
Dr. Ackerman recommended Item 4.2 as stated below.
4.2 Non-Instructional
Resignation:
Fotine Moundroukas, Clerk-School Monitor at Seven Bridges Middle School, effective end of business day on November 27, 2023.
Appointment:
Connor Murphy, Teacher Aide at Roaring Brook Elementary School, 25 hours per week, effective October 23, 2023.
Motioned by Hilary Grasso to approve Item 4.2 as stated above. Seconded by Ryan Kelsey. Motion carried 5-0.
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 (2023-24 School Year) reported to the Board on October 24, 2023.
5.2 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby accepts the external audit management response and corrective action plan for year ending June 30, 2023.
5.3 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves a retainer agreement with Lisa S. Rusk for special education law litigation services during the 2023-24 school year and authorizes the Board President to execute the agreement.
5.4 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves Bid Award Renewal Recommendation CCSD #B2022-19: Kitchen Annual Inspection Services for the 2023-24 school year to Fire Control Inspection Service Co., Inc., at an estimated amount of $5,100.00.
5.5 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves Bid Award Renewal Recommendation CCSD #B2022-18: Automobile Repair Services for the 2023-24 school year, to Doerr’s Garage, Inc, at an estimated amount of $23,350.00.
5.6 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves Bid Award Renewal Recommendation CCSD #B2021-24: Roofing Maintenance and Service for the 2023-24 school year, to General Maintenance Group, at various amounts.
5.7 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves Bid Award Renewal Recommendation CCSD #B2022-20: Paint and Field Supplies for the 2023-24 school year to Wallauer’s Paint and Design, at various amounts.
Motioned by Hilary Grasso to approve Items 5.1 through 5.7 as stated above. Seconded by Alissa Dorfman. Motion carried 5-0.
6. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education acknowledges the following contracts approved by the Superintendent, per Board Policy 6085 – Purchasing and Bidding:
7. Facilities
8. Financials
8.1 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby acknowledges receipt of the Treasurer’s Report for September 2023.
8.2 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby acknowledges receipt of the Appropriation Status Report for September 2023.
8.3 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby acknowledges receipt of the Revenue Status Report for September 2023.
8.4 BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby acknowledges receipt of the Extra-Classroom Activity Fund Report for September 2023.
Motioned by Ryan Kelsey to acknowledge receipt of Items 8.1 through 8.4 as stated above. Seconded by Alissa Dorfman. Motion carried 5-0.
9. Notice of Future Meetings
Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 7:00 pm
Douglas Grafflin Elementary School Presentation
Horace Greeley High School Auditorium
Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 7:00 pm
Seven Bridges Middle School Presentation
Horace Greeley High School Auditorium
10. Adjournment
Motioned by Cailee Hwang to adjourn the meeting at 8:52 pm. Seconded by Matt Auerbach. Motion carried 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Liisa Elsner
District Clerk / Secretary to the Superintendent
/lke