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Information Business Affairs
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1.1
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President's Report - Victoria Tipp highlighted the Chappaqua School Foundation grants on the agenda and thanked the CSF for their continued support of, and partnership with, the District.
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President Tipp asked for a change the agenda order to allow members of the Chappaqua School Foundation to speak briefly about the 12 traditional grants (Items 5.5 through 5.16). Following the discussion Warren Messner moved to approve Items 5.5 through 5.16. Seconded by Alyson Gardner. Motion passed 5-0.
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1.2
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Superintendent's Report - Dr. Ackerman added her thanks to the CSF. She also acknowledged parent concerns about 2018-19 class size at Westorchard and said that the issue is addressed in the budget.
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Moved by Jane Kimmel Shepardson to approve item 1.2.1. Seconded by Victoria Tipp. Motion passed 5-0.
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1.2.2
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2018-19 Proposed Budget Presentations:
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1.2.3
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Capital Project Proposal / School Safety: Main Entrance Reconstruction at all six schools. Erik Kaeyer, KG&D Architects - Mr. Kaeyer gave a presentation detailing potential security updates at all six school buildings.
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Committee Reports
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2.1
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Policy #9065: Sexual Misconduct and Fraternization - 1st Reading
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2.2
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Policy #5080: Sexual Harassment of Students (revision) - 1st Reading
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Questions and Comments:
We welcome public inquiries, and in respect for each other's time, we ask that you limit your inquiry to three minutes. Board members may be contacted via email or phone.
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3.
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Approvals & Ratifications
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4.
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Recommended Action: Personnel
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Dr. 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 individual listed as student teachers, interns and/or classroom observers for the 2017/2018 school year:
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 2017/2018 school year:
- Kay Fazio
- Sheila Silverman
Request for Discretionary Leave of Absence:
- Ms. Ann Lim, Teaching Assistant, Horace Greeley High School, effective March 19, 2018 through March 29, 2018.
Request for Extension of a Parental Leave of Absence:
- Ms. Alexandra Brown, Guidance Counselor, Robert E. Bell Middle Schools, effective August 30, 2018 through June 30, 2019.
- Ms. Christina Grasso, Teacher of English / Social Studies, Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective August 30, 2018 through June 30, 2019.
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester to approve Item 4.1. Seconded by Warren Messner. Motion passed 5-0.
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Dr. Ackerman made the following recommendations:
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Resignation:
- Ms. Claudine Howson, Data Entry Operator at the Education Center, effective March 30, 2018.
Appointment:
- Mr. Frank Rogewitz - Senior Custodian - Robert E. Bell Middle School, effective April 23, 2018.
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Moved by Warren Messner to approve Item 4.2. Seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson. Motion passed 5-0.
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Recommended Action: Other
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5.1
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CSE Summaries (2017-18 School Year) reported to the Board on March 21, 2018.
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Moved by Alyson Gardner to approve item 5.1 as amended by adding an additional summary from 3/14/18 reported to the Board on March 21, 2018. Seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson. Motion passed 5-0.
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5.2
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CSE Summaries (2018-19 School Year) reported to the Board on March 21, 2018.
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5.3
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CSE Summaries (2017-18 School Year) reported to the Board on March 28, 2018.
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5.4
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CSE Summaries (2018-19 School Year) reported to the Board on March 28, 2018.
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Moved by Alyson Gardner to approve items 5.2 through 5.4. Seconded by Warren Messner. Motion passed 5-0.
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5.5
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $13,996.00 for the purchase of two Google Jamboards which will support project based learning and small group instruction in the L-building across the English and Social Studies departments at Horace Greeley High School. Requested by Joshua Culwell-Block, Director of Technology and Innovation and Daniel Valentin - Horace Greeley High School.
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Item 5.5 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.6
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $35,110.68 for the purchase of a full class set of Cintiq tablets which will allow Drawing, Visual Dynamics, Photography, Fashion Design and Industrial Design students to learn how to use digital tools, enhance their digital drawing skills and create drawings and visual prototypes which they can revise and refine. Requested by Louise Brady and Sarah Kugelmas - Horace Greeley High School.
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Item 5.6 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.7
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $50,000.00 to provide equipment to support the physical education curriculum at the high school. This grant is part of a larger project, in partnership with the District, to refurbish and renovate the current weight room. Requested by Jason Semo, Athletic Director and Steve McLees, Athletic Trainer - Horace Greeley High School.
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Item 5.7 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.8
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $19,861.30 to purchase tables, chairs and other equipment to establish an outdoor classroom in the courtyard. Requested by Bell Student Leadership Council and advisors Justin Olive and Meredith Green - Robert E. Bell Middle School.
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Item 5.8 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.9
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $22,757.55 to purchase multimedia recording equipment that will help students design, create, narrate their work process and present final projects in project based learning units. Requested by Amanda McDonough, Sharon Wiggins, Elizabeth Sovern and Gina Serafin - Robert E. Bell Middle School.
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Item 5.9 was approved earlier in the meeting
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5.10
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $8,866.00 to upgrade and improve the 8th grade science cumulative, end-of-year ecological/environmental study of Tertia Brook. Requested by Patrick Liu and Annie Madden - Robert E. Bell Middle School.
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Item 5.10 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.11
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $7,904.46 to purchase EverBlocks - modular, oversized plastic blocks that facilitate the construction of all types of objects and storage carts to allow these blocks to be stored and used by a variety of Bell teachers / students for collaborative building and engineering projects work. Requested by Jessica Sansevera, Sarah Geronimo, Megan Barnes and Amanda McDonough - Robert E. Bell Middle School.
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Item 5.11 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.12
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $7,296.00 to purchase science equipment and portable tables to create an outdoor study area/classroom and foster a more active, collaborative and hands on learning experience as part of the seventh grade science program. Requested by Nancy Soliz and Kathleen Kuczma - Seven Bridges Middle School.
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Item 5.12 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.13
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $7,025.68 to convert an existing space into a multimedia studio with recording equipment for students to create a variety of presentations and projects, including voice-overs, recording of musical performances, electronic music, sound effects, podcasts and audio books aligning with STEAM/Makerspaces and recognizing that presentation, peer feedback and reflection are important aspects of the learning and design process. Requested by Elizabeth Rose, Steve Listengart and Ellen Paradiso - Douglas Grafflin Elementary School.
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Item 5.13 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.14
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $1,875.00 for the purchase of a digital program from the National Geographic Learning Company to benefit English Language Learners in grades 1-4. Requested by Ellie Foundoukis - Westorchard Elementary School.
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Item 5.14 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.15
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $1,000.00 for a Recess Activity Cart items to encourage building and problem solving activities during indoor recess. Requested by Warren Whitney - Douglas Grafflin Elementary School.
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Item 5.15 was approved earlier in the meeting
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5.16
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves a Chappaqua School Foundation traditional grant of $14,435.00 for the purchase of three multi-touch display monitors for each elementary school art classroom to facilitate the further development of STEAM curriculum in grades 1-4. Requested by Joshua Culwell-Block and , Bracken Feldman, Sarah Curry and Elizabeth Rose (the elementary school art teachers).
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Item 5.16 was approved earlier in the meeting.
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5.17
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board, having reviewed the requisites set forth in a draft letter dated March 1, 2018 to enable the Horace Greely Sports Boosters to receive a Twin Oaks Grant to fund a Horace Greely High School Fitness and Athletics Center project, hereby authorizes the Board President to sign a letter in support of the Horace Greeley High School Fitness & Athletic Center Project.
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester to approve item 5.17 as amended. Seconded by Victoria Tipp. Motion passed 5-0.
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5.18
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves an Agreement for Health and Welfare Services with Harrison Central School District for 2 students at a rate of $1,081.91 per student, effective September 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018, and authorizes the Board President and Superintendent to execute this Agreement.
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5.19
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves an Agreement for Health & Welfare Services with Somers Central School District for 1 student at a rate of $1,183.93 per student, effective September 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018 and authorizes the Board President, Superintendent and District Clerk to execute this Agreement.
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5.20
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BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves an Agreement for Health & Welfare Services with Greenburgh Central School District for 2 students at a rate of $1,046.32 per student, effective September 5, 2017 to June 29, 2018, and authorizes the Board President, Superintendent and District Clerk to execute this Agreement.
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Moved by Warren Messner to approve items 5.18 through 5.20. Seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson. Motion passed 5-0.
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5.21
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BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education ratifies the Stipulation of Settlement and General Release, dated March 19, 2018, regarding Employee Number 3393. The Stipulation will be incorporated by reference into the minutes of this meeting.
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester to approve item 5.21. Seconded by Warren Messner. Motion passed 5-0.
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6.
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Facilities
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7.
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Financials
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7.1
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Revenue Status Report - February 2018
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7.2
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Appropriation Status Report - February 2018
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7.3
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Claims Auditor Report - February 2018
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7.4
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Treasurer's Report - February 2018
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester to approve items 7.1 through 7.4. Seconded by Warren Messner. Motion passed 5-0.
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8.
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Notice of Future Meetings
Wednesday, April 11, 2018, 7:30 pm
Horace Greeley High School - Academic Commons
Adopt Budget
Horace Greeley High School Innovative & Programmatic Highlights
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9.
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Adjournment
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Moved by Jeffrey Mester to adjourn the meeting at 11:36 pm. Seconded by Jane Kimmel Shepardson. Motion passed 5.0.
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Chappaqua Central School District