January 24, 2023 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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A. CALL TO ORDER
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B. FLAG SALUTE
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C. WELCOME
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Welcome to a meeting of the Board of Education of the Township of Holland. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the public and media, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975); and that advance notice as required therein has been provided. This is a regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Township of Holland at which formal action may be taken. The public will have an opportunity to be heard as indicated on the Agenda, at points in the meeting provided for the public to address the Board.
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D. OATH OF OFFICE
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D.1. Members to the Holland Township Board of Education for
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E. ROLL CALL
Davis______ Giovannetti______ Hance_____ Martin___ Muller___ Walker______ |
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F. CORRESPONDENCE
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F.1. Vacant Board Seat Letters of Interests
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G. EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975) authorizes a public body to exclude the public from that portion of a meeting at which specified topics are to be discussed under circumstances where the public consideration of such topics will clearly endanger the public or where the personal privacy or guaranteed rights of individuals whose activities or affairs are to be discussed would clearly in danger of unwarranted invasion; be it RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Township of Holland now adjourns its public session to reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following: __Confidential Matters by Law or Court Order __Purchase Property __Personnel Matters _XInvasion of Individual Privacy Employee or Student __Investigation into Violations of Law __Suspension, Civil Penalty or Loss of a License or Permit __Disclosure would Impair District’s Right to Receive Funding __School/Public Security __Collective Bargaining __Pending, Ongoing or Anticipated Litigation And be it further RESOLVED that the matters discussed in Executive Session will be made public when confidentiality is no longer required. |
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G.1. Motion to Enter Executive Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board of Education enter Executive Session at ______ to discuss _________. |
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G.2. Motion to Enter Public Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board return to Open Session at __________. |
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H. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Township Board of Education approve the consent agenda as follows: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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H.1. Approval of Minutes
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,that the Board approve the following: December 13, 2022 Work Session Meeting Minutes December 13, 2022 Executive Work Session Meeting Minutes December 22, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Minutes |
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H.2. Bill List
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the Bill Lists dated December 31, 2022 check numbers NO331 thru N1223 in the amount of $336,611.57 and January 24, 2023 check numbers 12378 thru NO337 in the amount of $806,533.82. |
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H.3. Finance
1) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that the Board approve the transfers for the month ending November 30, 2022 and December 31, 2022 submitted by the Superintendent, as authorized by N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8.1. 2) To accept the Holland Township Board of Education's certification that the Superintendent, Stephanie Snyder, recommends that the Board of Education accept the monthly financial reports of the Board Secretary and the Treasurer of School Moneys for the months ending November 30, 2022 and December 31, 2022 and she recommends in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(3) that the Board of Education certify that no major account or fund has been overexpended and that as of this report sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. 3) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools,that the Board accept the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary's,Jack Trent certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20- 2.13(d), that no line item account has been over expended as of November 30, 2022 and December 31, 2022 and that as of this date sufficient funds are available to meet the District's financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year |
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H.4. Travel and Related Expenses Reimbursement
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve work-related and related expenses reimbursement for the following staff members that is directly related to and within the scope of their current work responsibilities, promotes the delivery of instruction, and is critical to he instructional needs of the School District or furthers the efficient operation of the School District, and is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent.
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I. BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT
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J. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
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J.1. Start Strong Presentation
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K. PRINCIPAL REPORT
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L. COMMENTS: PUBLIC - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Please approach the podium, state your name, and address your comments to the board president. Because this is a meeting at which the board needs to conduct its business, each member of the public will be limited to three minutes. And please refrain from abusive, obscene, or defamatory remarks; we expect that everyone will hold themselves to the highest level of professional courtesy and personal respect, given our shared interests and goals. Please remember that the board has an obligation to protect the privacy of district employees and students. |
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M. EDUCATION
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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M.1. Accept Superintendent's Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying Report
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the Superintendent's Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying report for December 8, 2022 - January 19, 2023 and affirms the actions of the administration. (1 investigation, 1 found to be HIB). (School Year 2022-2023 4 total investigations, 3 found to be HIB) |
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M.2. Approve Superintendent's Student Safety Data System Report
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the Superintendent's Student Safety Data System Report for September 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. |
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M.3. Approve Athletic Schedule
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Lacrosse (Boys & Girls), schedules for the 2022-2023 school year. The schedules are subject to change due to rescheduling and post season competition. |
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M.4. Approve HTEA Donation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts a donation of books to the library and playground and recess equipment with an approximate value of $1,000 from the Holland Township Education Association (HTEA). The Board recognizes, and thanks the HTEA for their continued and generous support of our school district. |
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M.5. Approve PTO Donation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts a donation $200 from the Holland Township PTO towards Tournament of Champions. The Board recognizes, and thanks the Holland Township PTO for their continued and generous support of our school district. |
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M.6. Accept Students
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts Employee #630 student for the 2023-2024 school year tuition free per Policy 5111. |
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M.7. Approve Equivalency Application
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approved the New Jersey Department of Education Equivalency Application. |
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M.8. Approve Field Trips
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following field trips for the 2022-2023 School Year:
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N. PERSONNEL
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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N.1. Approve Substitutes
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following substitutes for the 2022-2023 school year:
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N.2. Accept Resignation
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts with regret the resignation of Employee #548 effective August 31, 2023 for purposes of retirement. |
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N.3. Approve Extra and Co-Curricular Activities Directors
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following staff as extra and co-curricular activities directors, for the 2022/2023 school year as per negotiated contract. Pending Student Involvement and completion of season: Position/Staff Member Local #/Stipend Softball - Christian Semenowitz/$2,155 |
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O. POLICY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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O.1. Approve First Reading of Policies and Regulations
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the first reading of the following Policies and Regulations:
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P. FINANCE AND FACILITIES
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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P.1. Approve Special Education Medicaid Initiative (SEMI) Program Waiver
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the waiver of of requirements for Special Education Medicaid Initiative (SEMI) Program as the District has fewer than 40 students who participate. |
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P.2. Approve Professional Services
RESOLVED upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves professional services provided by the following for the 2022-2023 school year: • Psychiatrist: Dr. Bryan Fennelly. - Estimated Fee of $1,120 per evaluation |
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Q. SUPPLEMENTARY MATTERS
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Q.1. Budget
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Q.2. Open BOE Seat - Timeline
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R. COMMENTS: PUBLIC - GENERAL
Please approach the podium, state your name, and address your comments to the board president. Because this is a meeting at which the board needs to conduct its business, each member of the public will be limited to three minutes. And please refrain from abusive, obscene, or defamatory remarks; we expect that everyone will hold themselves to the highest level of professional courtesy and personal respect, given our shared interests and goals. Please remember that the board has an obligation to protect the privacy of district employees and students.
Description:
The Holland Township Board of Education welcomes input from public entities and/or private persons as described in Policy #0167. At the discretion of the presiding officer, comments may be limited to three minutes in length.
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S. EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Chapter 231 Laws of 1975) authorizes a public body to exclude the public from that portion of a meeting at which specified topics are to be discussed under circumstances where the public consideration of such topics will clearly endanger the public or where the personal privacy or guaranteed rights of individuals whose activities or affairs are to be discussed would clearly in danger of unwarranted invasion; be it RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Township of Holland now adjourns its public session to reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following: __Confidential Matters by Law or Court Order __Purchase Property __Personnel Matters __Invasion of Individual Privacy Employee or Student __Investigation into Violations of Law __Suspension, Civil Penalty or Loss of a License or Permit __Disclosure would Impair District’s Right to Receive Funding __School/Public Security __Collective Bargaining __Pending, Ongoing or Anticipated Litigation And be it further RESOLVED that the matters discussed in Executive Session will be made public when confidentiality is no longer required. |
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S.1. Motion to Enter Executive Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board of Education enter Executive Session at ______ to discuss _________. |
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S.2. Motion to Enter Public Session
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools the Holland Board return to Open Session at __________. |
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T. ADJOURNMENT
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T.1. Motion to Adjourn
Motion made by ______, seconded by ______, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Holland Board of Education adjourn the meeting at ________. |