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Meeting Agenda
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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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D. ROLL CALL
Davis___ Giovannetti____ Hance___ Martin___ Moustakas___ Muller___ Walker___ |
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E. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION ITEMS
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F. 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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F.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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F.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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G. CONSENT AGENDA - DISCUSSION ONLY
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___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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G.1. Approval of Minutes
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the following minutes: August 15, 2023 Work Session Meeting Minutes August 22, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes |
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G.2. Bill List
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the bill list dated August 31, 2023 check numbers 13023 thru NO831 in the amount of $57,313.44 and September 26, 2023 check number _____thru__in the amount of $_______________. |
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G.3. Finance Not Available
1) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the transfers for the month ending July 31, 2023 as 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 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 July 31, 2023 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, Teresa O'Brien certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d), that no line item account has been over expended as of July 31, 2023 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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G.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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H. 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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I. EDUCATION - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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I.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 August 15, 2023 - September 15, 2023 and affirms the actions of the administration. (0 investigation, 0 found to be HIB). (School Year 2023-2024 0 total investigations, 0 found to be HIB) |
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I.2. Approve Annual HIB Self-Assessment
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Annual HIB Self-Assessment for the 2022-2023 school year. |
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I.3. Approve Week of Respect - October 2-6, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of October 2-6, 2023 as Week of Respect |
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I.4. Approve School Violence Awareness Week - October 16-20, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of October 16-20, 2023 as School Violence Awareness Week. |
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I.5. Approve Red Ribbon Week - October 23-31, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of October 23-31, 2023 as Red Ribbon Week |
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I.6. Approve American Education Week - November 13-17, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of November 13-17, 2023 as American Education Week |
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I.7. Approve School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill Statement
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the following statement for the School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill as per 6A:27-11.2; WHEREAS, on Thursday, September 21, 2023 the Holland Township School performed a school bus emergency evacuation drill for all bus routes. The drill was held at approximately 2:15 pm for both the elementary school students and the middle school students in the front of the school in the bus unloading area. |
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I.8. Approve Field Trips
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following field trips:
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I.9. Approve Huntington Learning Center
RESOLVED upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Huntington Learning Center of Flemington to provide tutoring services utilizing the High Impact Tutoring grant for the 2023-2024 school year. |
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J. PERSONNEL - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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J.1. Approve Substitutes
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following substitutes for the 2023-2024 school year:
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J.2. Approve Staff Members for Detention
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves all employed teachers to act as chaperons for Detention as per the negotiated contract for the 2023-2024 school year. |
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J.3. Approve Media Center Volunteers
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following as Media Center Volunteers fo the 2023-2024 school year:
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J.4. Approve Mentors
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following staff members as mentors for the 2023-2024 school year:
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J.5. Approve Board Secretary
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Ms. Deborah Olah as the Board Secretary for the 2023/2024 school year with a compensation of $1,000.00 per month. |
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K. POLICY - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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L. FINANCE AND FACILITIES - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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L.1. Approve Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership Contract
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership to provide student lead workshop sessions not to exceed $10,000.00 for the 2023/2024 school year to be paid from grant funds. |
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L.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 2023-2024 school year: • Psychiatrist: Dr. Bryan Fennelly not to exceed $1,000 per evaluation |
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L.3. Approve Cancelation or Reissuance of Outstanding Checks
RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves cancelation or reissuance (where appropriate) of the following outstanding checks: Account/Check Number/Amount/Date/Reissue or Cancel
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L.4. Approve Special Ed Joint Transportation Agreement for the 2023-2024 School Year for the Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf.
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 2023-2024 Joint Transportation Agreement between the Holland Township Board of Education and the Delaware Valley Regional High School District in the amount of $31, 966.00 |
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L.5. Approve Coldwell Banker
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Coldwell Banker as the listing agent for the property 718 Milford Warren Glen Road, Milford, NJ 08848 and approve the MLS listing of said property for rental purposes. |
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L.6. Accept FY23 Non Public Transportation Aid
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts FY23 Non-public Transportation Aid in the amount of $936 and to appropriate these funds from surplus into the 23/24 budget account #11-000-270-503 entitled “Non-Public AIL Payments”. |
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L.7. Accept FY23 Extraordinary Aid
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts FY23 Extraordinary Aid in the amount of $246,335 and to appropriate these funds from surplus in the following line items in the 23/24 budget:
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L.8. Appropriate FY Supplemental Stabilization Aid
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the appropriate FY23 Supplemental Stabilization Aid from surplus into the following line items of the 23/24 budget in the amount of $140,779.
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M. SUPPLEMENTARY MATTERS
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M.1. General
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M.2. Budget
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N. 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. |
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O. ADJOURNMENT
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O.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 ________. |
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Agenda Item Details
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| Meeting: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 PM - Work Session | |
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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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Description:
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. ROLL CALL
Davis___ Giovannetti____ Hance___ Martin___ Moustakas___ Muller___ Walker___ |
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E. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION ITEMS
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F. 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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F.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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F.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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G. CONSENT AGENDA - DISCUSSION ONLY
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___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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G.1. Approval of Minutes
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the following minutes: August 15, 2023 Work Session Meeting Minutes August 22, 2023 Regular Board Meeting Minutes |
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G.2. Bill List
Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the bill list dated August 31, 2023 check numbers 13023 thru NO831 in the amount of $57,313.44 and September 26, 2023 check number _____thru__in the amount of $_______________. |
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G.3. Finance Not Available
1) Upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board approve the transfers for the month ending July 31, 2023 as 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 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 July 31, 2023 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, Teresa O'Brien certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d), that no line item account has been over expended as of July 31, 2023 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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G.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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H. 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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I. EDUCATION - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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I.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 August 15, 2023 - September 15, 2023 and affirms the actions of the administration. (0 investigation, 0 found to be HIB). (School Year 2023-2024 0 total investigations, 0 found to be HIB) |
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I.2. Approve Annual HIB Self-Assessment
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the Annual HIB Self-Assessment for the 2022-2023 school year. |
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I.3. Approve Week of Respect - October 2-6, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of October 2-6, 2023 as Week of Respect |
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I.4. Approve School Violence Awareness Week - October 16-20, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of October 16-20, 2023 as School Violence Awareness Week. |
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I.5. Approve Red Ribbon Week - October 23-31, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of October 23-31, 2023 as Red Ribbon Week |
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I.6. Approve American Education Week - November 13-17, 2023
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education declares the week of November 13-17, 2023 as American Education Week |
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I.7. Approve School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill Statement
RESOLVED that the Holland Township Board of Education accepts the following statement for the School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill as per 6A:27-11.2; WHEREAS, on Thursday, September 21, 2023 the Holland Township School performed a school bus emergency evacuation drill for all bus routes. The drill was held at approximately 2:15 pm for both the elementary school students and the middle school students in the front of the school in the bus unloading area. |
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I.8. Approve Field Trips
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following field trips:
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I.9. Approve Huntington Learning Center
RESOLVED upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Huntington Learning Center of Flemington to provide tutoring services utilizing the High Impact Tutoring grant for the 2023-2024 school year. |
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J. PERSONNEL - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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J.1. Approve Substitutes
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following substitutes for the 2023-2024 school year:
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J.2. Approve Staff Members for Detention
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves all employed teachers to act as chaperons for Detention as per the negotiated contract for the 2023-2024 school year. |
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J.3. Approve Media Center Volunteers
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following as Media Center Volunteers fo the 2023-2024 school year:
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J.4. Approve Mentors
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the following staff members as mentors for the 2023-2024 school year:
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J.5. Approve Board Secretary
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Ms. Deborah Olah as the Board Secretary for the 2023/2024 school year with a compensation of $1,000.00 per month. |
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K. POLICY - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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L. FINANCE AND FACILITIES - DISCUSSION ONLY
Motion made by , seconded by , to approve the following items: Roll Call Vote: Giovannetti______Martin___Moustakas___Muller___Walker______Hance_____Davis______ |
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L.1. Approve Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership Contract
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Blueprint 4 Greatness Leadership to provide student lead workshop sessions not to exceed $10,000.00 for the 2023/2024 school year to be paid from grant funds. |
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L.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 2023-2024 school year: • Psychiatrist: Dr. Bryan Fennelly not to exceed $1,000 per evaluation |
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L.3. Approve Cancelation or Reissuance of Outstanding Checks
RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves cancelation or reissuance (where appropriate) of the following outstanding checks: Account/Check Number/Amount/Date/Reissue or Cancel
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L.4. Approve Special Ed Joint Transportation Agreement for the 2023-2024 School Year for the Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf.
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Holland Township Board of Education approves the 2023-2024 Joint Transportation Agreement between the Holland Township Board of Education and the Delaware Valley Regional High School District in the amount of $31, 966.00 |
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L.5. Approve Coldwell Banker
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves Coldwell Banker as the listing agent for the property 718 Milford Warren Glen Road, Milford, NJ 08848 and approve the MLS listing of said property for rental purposes. |
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L.6. Accept FY23 Non Public Transportation Aid
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts FY23 Non-public Transportation Aid in the amount of $936 and to appropriate these funds from surplus into the 23/24 budget account #11-000-270-503 entitled “Non-Public AIL Payments”. |
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L.7. Accept FY23 Extraordinary Aid
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education accepts FY23 Extraordinary Aid in the amount of $246,335 and to appropriate these funds from surplus in the following line items in the 23/24 budget:
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L.8. Appropriate FY Supplemental Stabilization Aid
RESOLVED that upon the recommendation of the Superintendent the Holland Township Board of Education approves the appropriate FY23 Supplemental Stabilization Aid from surplus into the following line items of the 23/24 budget in the amount of $140,779.
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M. SUPPLEMENTARY MATTERS
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M.1. General
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M.2. Budget
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N. 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. |
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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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O. ADJOURNMENT
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O.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 ________. |
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