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Meeting Agenda
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1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. NOTIFICATION OF MEETING
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3. ROLL CALL
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4. BOARD STATEMENT
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5. FLAG SALUTE
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6. CORRESPONDENCE
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6.A. Correspondence from Isabella Stagg
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7. BOARD PRESIDENT
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8. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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9. SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR/BD SECRETARY'S REPORT
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9.A. Lester D. Wilson - Roofing and Fire Alarm
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9.B. Building Readiness
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10. COMMITTEE REPORTS
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11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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12. NEW BUSINESS
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13. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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14. OPEN SESSION
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15. PUBLIC INPUT: COMMENTS ON MOTIONS ONLY
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16. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION
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16.A. Finance
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16.A.1) upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the transfers for the months ending June 30, 2016 and July 31, 2016, as submitted by the Superintendent, as authorized by N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8.1.
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16.A.2) to accept the Alexandria Township Board of Education's certification that the Superintendent, Dr. Matthew J. Jennings, 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 June 30, 2016 and July 31, 2016, and he recommends in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.113(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.
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16.A.3) upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board accept the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary's, David E. Pawlowski, certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d) that no line item account has been overexpended as of June 30, 2016 and July 31, 2016, 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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16.B. Travel and Related Expenses Reimbursement
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16.B.1) 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 the instructional needs of the School District or furthers the efficient operation of the School District, and is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent.
Kim Breidt to attend the NJAAP Annual School Health Conference in Somerset NJ of October 18, 2016. Estimated travel expenses of $26.00. Denise Fichner to attend the 49th Annual Reading and Writing Conference in New Brunswick, NJ on October 28, 2016. Estimated travel expenses of $30.00. Connie Green to attend the 25th Annual NJAAP School Health Conference in Somerset, NJ, on October 18, 2016. Estimated travel expenses of $17.42. Sandra Kacedon to attend TeachNJ: A New Paradigm for Corrective Action Plans and Progressive Supervision Workshop in Annandale, NJ on September 9, 2016. Dr. Matthew Jennings to attend the Leadership for the 21st Century Workshop in Piscataway, NJ starting September 12, 2016. |
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16.C. Approval of Minutes
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16.C.1) upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the Minutes of June 16, 2016, August 4, 2016, and the Executive Session Minutes of June 16, 2016.
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16.D. Preschool Student
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16.D.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the acceptance of a preschool student, whose name is on file in the Business Office, as of September 6, 2016, at a tuition rate of $6,000 for the 2016-17 school year. (19)
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17. REGULAR AGENDA MOTIONS
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17.A. Personnel
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17.A.1) Move on Salary Guide
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17.A.1)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a move on the Negotiated Salary Guide for Garth Ferrante, as of September 1, 2016, from Step 8-MA+30 to Step 9-PHD, $73,258.
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17.A.1)b. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a move on the Negotiated Salary Guide for Julianne Malecki, as of September 1, 2016, from Step 4 to Step 4-MA, $58,658.
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17.A.1)c. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a move on the Negotiated Salary guide for Matthew Hoyda, as of September 1, 2016, from Step BA+30 to Step BA+45, $79,658.
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17.A.2) Employment
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17.A.2)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the full time employment of Tiffanie A. Hughes as a teacher for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 1, 2016, Step 1-BA, $54,158. Employment contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal history background check required by law.
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17.A.2)b. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the employment of Joan Glennon as a paraprofessional for Pre-K3 for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 1, 2016, $23,175.
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17.A.2)c. Motion made by __________, seconded by ___________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the employment of Kimberly Glucksman as School Psychologist for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 26, 2016. Ms. Glucksman will be employed 4 days a week at a prorated salary of $49,326, Step 4-MA+30. Employment contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal history check required by law.
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17.A.2)d. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve an employment contract for Samantha Gale as a Library Media Specialist for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 1, 2016, Step 1-MA, $57,158. Employment contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal history background check required by law.
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17.A.3) Additions to Schedule B
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17.A.3)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following additions to Schedule B for the 2016-17 school year:
Cathleen Sousa Chaperone for Concerts and Dances Jessica Heeren Play Set Designer |
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17.A.4) Family Medical Leave Absence
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17.A.4)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a Family Medical Leave Absence (FMLA) as of September 1, 2016 for an employee whose name is on file in the Business Office.
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17.A.4)b. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a Family Medical Leave Absence (FMLA) as of September 1, 2016 for an employee whose name is on filed in the Business Office.
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17.B. Policy
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17.B.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the first reading of the following:
P1140 Affirmative Action Program P1220 Employment Of Chief School Administrator P1310 Employment of School Business Administrator/ Board Secretary P1523 Comprehensive Equity Plan P1530 Equal Employment Opportunities P1550 Affirmative Action Program For Employment And Contract Practices P2200 Curriculum Content P2260 Affirmative Action Program For School And Classroom Practices P2411 Guidance Counseling P2423 Bilingual And ESL Education P2610 Educational Program Evaluation P2622 Student Assessment P3111 Creating Positions P3124 Employment Contract P3125 Employment of Teaching Staff Members P3125.2Employment of Substitute Teachers P3126 District Mentoring Program P3141 Resignation P3144 Certification Of Tenure Charges P3159 Teaching Staff Member/School District Reporting Responsibilities P3231 Outside Employment As Athletic Coach P3240 Professional Development For Teachers And School Leaders P4159 Support Staff Member/School District Reporting Responsibilities P5305 Health Services Personnel P5339 Screening for Dyslexia P5350 Student Suicide Prevention P5514 Student Use of Vehicles on School Grounds P5750 Equal Educational Opportunity P5755 Equity In Educational Programs and Services P7481 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS also known as DRONES) P8441 Care of Injured and Ill Persons P8454 Management of Pediculosis P9541 Student Teachers/Interns R1530 Equal Employment Opportunity Complaint Procedure R2200 Curriculum Content R2411 Guidance Counseling R2423 Bilingual and ESL Education R3126 District Mentoring Program R3144 Certification of Tenure Charges R3240 Professional Development for Teachers and School Leaders R5330 Administration of Medication R5350 Student Suicide R8441 Care of Injured and Ill Persons |
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17.C. Facility Use
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17.C.1) Adult Volleyball
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the request by the Alexandria Recreation Adult Volleyball Team to hold games on Tuesday evenings in the old gym from 7:00-10:00 PM , September 2016-June, 2017. |
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17.C.2) Girl Scout Troop 80107
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the use of the AMS art room by Girl Scout Troop 80107 for meetings from 3:30-5:30PM on the following dates: 2016 2017 September 27 January 10, 24 October 11, 25 February 7, 14, 28 November 8, 29 March 7, 21 December 9, 20 April 4, 25 May 9, 23 June 6 |
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17.D. Trip To Fairview Lake
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17.D.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the seventh grade overnight trip to Fairview Lake from October 5, 2016 - October 7, 2016.
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17.E. IDEA Grant Approval
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17.E.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the acceptance of the 2017 IDEA Consolidated Grant as follows: 109,389 Basic
5,047 Preschool 114,436 |
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17.F. Extended School Year Joint Transportation
Agreement With Delaware Valley Regional Joint Transportation Department for 2016-17 |
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17.F.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a Joint Transportation Agreement with Delaware Valley Regional Transportation Jointure to transport classified students for extended school year programs as follows:
Mileage, Driver Route Cost and Aide AMS1 $4,099 AMS2 $3,671 Matheny $8,889 Aid $2,687 Somerset Hills LI $4,416 $23,762 |
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17.G. Non Public Transportation Aid
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17.G.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following:
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A.C.6A:23A-13.3 authorizes procedures, under the authority of the Commissioner of Education, which permit the Board of Education to transfer funds during the budget year, and WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6AC:23A-13.3(d) 6 provides that a district board of education may at any time without Commissioner approval appropriate surplus generated from state revenue, such as non public transportation aid, that has been excluded from the excess surplus calculation, in the prior year, and WHEREAS, the AlexandriaTownship Board of Education has received $7,181 of Non Public Transportation Aid FY2016, and WHEREAS, the Alexandria Township Board of Education has determined that the following transfer is needed to cover unanticipated professional service fees. 11-219-100-101-000-000 Home Instruction $2,000 11-216-100-106-100-000 Classroom Aide Substitutes $5181 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Alexandria Township Board of Education that it hereby authorizes the District's School Business Administrator to make the transfers consistent with all applicable laws and regulations. |
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17.H. Extraordinary Aid
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17.H.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following motion:
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-13.3 authorizes procedures, under the authority of the Commissioner of Education, which permit a board of education to transfer funds during the budget year, and WHEREAS, N.J.A.C.6AC:23A-13.3(d)6 provides that a district board of education may at any time without Commissioner approval appropriate surplus generated from state revenue, such as extraordinary aid, that has been excluded from the excess surplus calculation, in the prior year, and WHEREAS, the Alexandria Township Board of Education has received $181,922 of Extraordinary Aid FY2016, and WHEREAS, the Alexandria Township Board of Education has determined that the following transfers are needed to cover unanticipated costs and to increase the efficiency of business office operations. 11-216-100-106-000-000 Classroom Aides $21,383 11-000-100-566-000-000 Tuition- Private $30,000 11-000-230-340-000-000 Technical Services $22,800 11-000-251-340-000-000 Software Licenses $ 6,000 11-000-261-420-300-200 Misc Repair/AMS $25,530 11-000-261-420-300-100 Misc Repair/LDW $ 9,250 11-000-262-300-500-000 Sewer Plant Testing $ 5,500 11-000-219-592-000-100 Copier, Maint, Software $ 6,000 11-000-216-100-000-000 Salaries-Speech $ 6,459 11-000-291-299-000-000 Sick Day Payments $12,000 11-000-263-300-000-000 Snow Plowing $ 5,000 11-190-100-610-200-200 Tech Equip (under $2,000) $15,000 11-190-100-610-300-000 Software $17,000 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Alexandria Township Board of Education that it hereby authorizes the District's School Business Administrator to make the transfers consistent with all applicable laws and regulations. |
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17.I. CSA Goals for 20016-17
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17.I.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve Dr. Jennings' goals for the 2016-17 school year as follows:
Quantitative Goal #1 By June 2017, Alexandria Township Public Schools will achieve high reliability status on level 3 of the Marzano High Reliability School Model as measured by 80% or more of the survey participants indicating agreement (or higher) with statements 3.1 through 3.6 on the Short-form Leading Indicator Survey. Quantitative Goal #2 By June 2017, 85% of the 3rd grade general education students will achieve the benchmark level on the spring administration of the DIBELS assessment. Quantitative Goal #3 By June 2017 85% of the total number of 4th and 5th grade general education students will demonstrate an increase of 20% or more between the Fall administration and Spring administration on the district benchmark assessment of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Qualitative Goal #1 By June 2017, the Superintendent will synthesize research related to the topics of extended school day and summer programs for remediation of core ELA and math skills. The Superintendent will Present recommendations for future programs to the Board of Education at a worksession. Qualitative Goal #2 By June 2017, the Superintendent will collaborate with the district literacy and math coach to synthesize research related to best practices for providing content-based enrichment. This research will result in a staff presentation designed to improve instructional strategies during the Intervention, Flexible Groups and Enrichment class periods. |
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17.J. Stronge Evaluation Rubrics for 2016-17
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17.J.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board adopt the Stronge Teacher and Principal Evaluation Rubrics for use in the 2016-17 school year.
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17.K. School Business Administrator Goals for 2016-17
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17.K.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the School Business Administrator's goals for the 2016-17 school year as follows:
Goal #1 Mr. Pawlowski will implement components of the Alexandria Township Schools energy audit resulting in a 3% reduction in energy costs. The reduction in electricity costs in the 2016-17 school year will be measured against electricity costs in the 2015-16 school year. Goal #2 Mr. Pawlowski will obtain the Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA) designation during the 2016-2017 school year. Evidence of completion will be the QPA certificate. |
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17.L. Referendum
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17.L.1) Motion made by ______ seconded by ______ upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following resolution providing for submission to school district voters a special ballot question for a proposed $8,273,089.00 school facilities project at a special school district election to be held on Tuesday, December, 13, 2016.
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18. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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19. BOARD GOALS
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20. ADJOURN
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Agenda Item Details
Reload Your Meeting
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| Meeting: | August 18, 2016 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting | |
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1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. NOTIFICATION OF MEETING
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Description:
This meeting was properly advertised according to the Open Public Meeting Act (P.L. 1975:31) in the Hunterdon Democrat on April 21, 2016, to begin at 7:00 PM.
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3. ROLL CALL
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Description:
Amy DiPaolo -
Christopher R. Kassai - Elizabeth A. Kelly - Joseph Krouse - Douglas E. Linden, Jr. - Joan M. Monaco - Scott A. Saccal - Elizabeth A. Strochak - Brian P. Walsh - |
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4. BOARD STATEMENT
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Description:
The mission of the Alexandria Township School District is to achieve academic excellence through high quality instruction, a positive learning environment, and a strong partnership among staff members, family and community.
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5. FLAG SALUTE
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6. CORRESPONDENCE
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6.A. Correspondence from Isabella Stagg
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7. BOARD PRESIDENT
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8. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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Description:
Dr. Matthew J. Jennings, Superintendent of Schools, to report on the following:
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9. SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR/BD SECRETARY'S REPORT
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Description:
David E. Pawlowski, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, to report on the following:
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9.A. Lester D. Wilson - Roofing and Fire Alarm
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9.B. Building Readiness
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10. COMMITTEE REPORTS
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11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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12. NEW BUSINESS
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13. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Description:
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board go into Executive Session at ________ to discuss ____________.
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14. OPEN SESSION
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Description:
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board return to Open Session at ____________.
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15. PUBLIC INPUT: COMMENTS ON MOTIONS ONLY
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16. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION
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Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the consent agenda as follows:
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16.A. Finance
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16.A.1) upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the transfers for the months ending June 30, 2016 and July 31, 2016, as submitted by the Superintendent, as authorized by N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8.1.
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16.A.2) to accept the Alexandria Township Board of Education's certification that the Superintendent, Dr. Matthew J. Jennings, 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 June 30, 2016 and July 31, 2016, and he recommends in compliance with N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.113(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.
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16.A.3) upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board accept the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary's, David E. Pawlowski, certification as required by N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d) that no line item account has been overexpended as of June 30, 2016 and July 31, 2016, 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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16.B. Travel and Related Expenses Reimbursement
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16.B.1) 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 the instructional needs of the School District or furthers the efficient operation of the School District, and is educationally necessary and fiscally prudent.
Kim Breidt to attend the NJAAP Annual School Health Conference in Somerset NJ of October 18, 2016. Estimated travel expenses of $26.00. Denise Fichner to attend the 49th Annual Reading and Writing Conference in New Brunswick, NJ on October 28, 2016. Estimated travel expenses of $30.00. Connie Green to attend the 25th Annual NJAAP School Health Conference in Somerset, NJ, on October 18, 2016. Estimated travel expenses of $17.42. Sandra Kacedon to attend TeachNJ: A New Paradigm for Corrective Action Plans and Progressive Supervision Workshop in Annandale, NJ on September 9, 2016. Dr. Matthew Jennings to attend the Leadership for the 21st Century Workshop in Piscataway, NJ starting September 12, 2016. |
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16.C. Approval of Minutes
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16.C.1) upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the Minutes of June 16, 2016, August 4, 2016, and the Executive Session Minutes of June 16, 2016.
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16.D. Preschool Student
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16.D.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the acceptance of a preschool student, whose name is on file in the Business Office, as of September 6, 2016, at a tuition rate of $6,000 for the 2016-17 school year. (19)
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17. REGULAR AGENDA MOTIONS
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17.A. Personnel
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17.A.1) Move on Salary Guide
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17.A.1)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a move on the Negotiated Salary Guide for Garth Ferrante, as of September 1, 2016, from Step 8-MA+30 to Step 9-PHD, $73,258.
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17.A.1)b. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a move on the Negotiated Salary Guide for Julianne Malecki, as of September 1, 2016, from Step 4 to Step 4-MA, $58,658.
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17.A.1)c. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a move on the Negotiated Salary guide for Matthew Hoyda, as of September 1, 2016, from Step BA+30 to Step BA+45, $79,658.
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17.A.2) Employment
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17.A.2)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the full time employment of Tiffanie A. Hughes as a teacher for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 1, 2016, Step 1-BA, $54,158. Employment contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal history background check required by law.
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17.A.2)b. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the employment of Joan Glennon as a paraprofessional for Pre-K3 for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 1, 2016, $23,175.
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17.A.2)c. Motion made by __________, seconded by ___________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the employment of Kimberly Glucksman as School Psychologist for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 26, 2016. Ms. Glucksman will be employed 4 days a week at a prorated salary of $49,326, Step 4-MA+30. Employment contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal history check required by law.
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17.A.2)d. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve an employment contract for Samantha Gale as a Library Media Specialist for the 2016-17 school year, starting September 1, 2016, Step 1-MA, $57,158. Employment contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal history background check required by law.
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17.A.3) Additions to Schedule B
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17.A.3)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following additions to Schedule B for the 2016-17 school year:
Cathleen Sousa Chaperone for Concerts and Dances Jessica Heeren Play Set Designer |
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17.A.4) Family Medical Leave Absence
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17.A.4)a. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a Family Medical Leave Absence (FMLA) as of September 1, 2016 for an employee whose name is on file in the Business Office.
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17.A.4)b. Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a Family Medical Leave Absence (FMLA) as of September 1, 2016 for an employee whose name is on filed in the Business Office.
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17.B. Policy
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17.B.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the first reading of the following:
P1140 Affirmative Action Program P1220 Employment Of Chief School Administrator P1310 Employment of School Business Administrator/ Board Secretary P1523 Comprehensive Equity Plan P1530 Equal Employment Opportunities P1550 Affirmative Action Program For Employment And Contract Practices P2200 Curriculum Content P2260 Affirmative Action Program For School And Classroom Practices P2411 Guidance Counseling P2423 Bilingual And ESL Education P2610 Educational Program Evaluation P2622 Student Assessment P3111 Creating Positions P3124 Employment Contract P3125 Employment of Teaching Staff Members P3125.2Employment of Substitute Teachers P3126 District Mentoring Program P3141 Resignation P3144 Certification Of Tenure Charges P3159 Teaching Staff Member/School District Reporting Responsibilities P3231 Outside Employment As Athletic Coach P3240 Professional Development For Teachers And School Leaders P4159 Support Staff Member/School District Reporting Responsibilities P5305 Health Services Personnel P5339 Screening for Dyslexia P5350 Student Suicide Prevention P5514 Student Use of Vehicles on School Grounds P5750 Equal Educational Opportunity P5755 Equity In Educational Programs and Services P7481 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS also known as DRONES) P8441 Care of Injured and Ill Persons P8454 Management of Pediculosis P9541 Student Teachers/Interns R1530 Equal Employment Opportunity Complaint Procedure R2200 Curriculum Content R2411 Guidance Counseling R2423 Bilingual and ESL Education R3126 District Mentoring Program R3144 Certification of Tenure Charges R3240 Professional Development for Teachers and School Leaders R5330 Administration of Medication R5350 Student Suicide R8441 Care of Injured and Ill Persons |
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17.C. Facility Use
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17.C.1) Adult Volleyball
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the request by the Alexandria Recreation Adult Volleyball Team to hold games on Tuesday evenings in the old gym from 7:00-10:00 PM , September 2016-June, 2017. |
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17.C.2) Girl Scout Troop 80107
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the use of the AMS art room by Girl Scout Troop 80107 for meetings from 3:30-5:30PM on the following dates: 2016 2017 September 27 January 10, 24 October 11, 25 February 7, 14, 28 November 8, 29 March 7, 21 December 9, 20 April 4, 25 May 9, 23 June 6 |
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17.D. Trip To Fairview Lake
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17.D.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the seventh grade overnight trip to Fairview Lake from October 5, 2016 - October 7, 2016.
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17.E. IDEA Grant Approval
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17.E.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the acceptance of the 2017 IDEA Consolidated Grant as follows: 109,389 Basic
5,047 Preschool 114,436 |
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17.F. Extended School Year Joint Transportation
Agreement With Delaware Valley Regional Joint Transportation Department for 2016-17 |
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17.F.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve a Joint Transportation Agreement with Delaware Valley Regional Transportation Jointure to transport classified students for extended school year programs as follows:
Mileage, Driver Route Cost and Aide AMS1 $4,099 AMS2 $3,671 Matheny $8,889 Aid $2,687 Somerset Hills LI $4,416 $23,762 |
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17.G. Non Public Transportation Aid
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17.G.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following:
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A.C.6A:23A-13.3 authorizes procedures, under the authority of the Commissioner of Education, which permit the Board of Education to transfer funds during the budget year, and WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6AC:23A-13.3(d) 6 provides that a district board of education may at any time without Commissioner approval appropriate surplus generated from state revenue, such as non public transportation aid, that has been excluded from the excess surplus calculation, in the prior year, and WHEREAS, the AlexandriaTownship Board of Education has received $7,181 of Non Public Transportation Aid FY2016, and WHEREAS, the Alexandria Township Board of Education has determined that the following transfer is needed to cover unanticipated professional service fees. 11-219-100-101-000-000 Home Instruction $2,000 11-216-100-106-100-000 Classroom Aide Substitutes $5181 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Alexandria Township Board of Education that it hereby authorizes the District's School Business Administrator to make the transfers consistent with all applicable laws and regulations. |
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17.H. Extraordinary Aid
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17.H.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following motion:
WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-13.3 authorizes procedures, under the authority of the Commissioner of Education, which permit a board of education to transfer funds during the budget year, and WHEREAS, N.J.A.C.6AC:23A-13.3(d)6 provides that a district board of education may at any time without Commissioner approval appropriate surplus generated from state revenue, such as extraordinary aid, that has been excluded from the excess surplus calculation, in the prior year, and WHEREAS, the Alexandria Township Board of Education has received $181,922 of Extraordinary Aid FY2016, and WHEREAS, the Alexandria Township Board of Education has determined that the following transfers are needed to cover unanticipated costs and to increase the efficiency of business office operations. 11-216-100-106-000-000 Classroom Aides $21,383 11-000-100-566-000-000 Tuition- Private $30,000 11-000-230-340-000-000 Technical Services $22,800 11-000-251-340-000-000 Software Licenses $ 6,000 11-000-261-420-300-200 Misc Repair/AMS $25,530 11-000-261-420-300-100 Misc Repair/LDW $ 9,250 11-000-262-300-500-000 Sewer Plant Testing $ 5,500 11-000-219-592-000-100 Copier, Maint, Software $ 6,000 11-000-216-100-000-000 Salaries-Speech $ 6,459 11-000-291-299-000-000 Sick Day Payments $12,000 11-000-263-300-000-000 Snow Plowing $ 5,000 11-190-100-610-200-200 Tech Equip (under $2,000) $15,000 11-190-100-610-300-000 Software $17,000 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Alexandria Township Board of Education that it hereby authorizes the District's School Business Administrator to make the transfers consistent with all applicable laws and regulations. |
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17.I. CSA Goals for 20016-17
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17.I.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve Dr. Jennings' goals for the 2016-17 school year as follows:
Quantitative Goal #1 By June 2017, Alexandria Township Public Schools will achieve high reliability status on level 3 of the Marzano High Reliability School Model as measured by 80% or more of the survey participants indicating agreement (or higher) with statements 3.1 through 3.6 on the Short-form Leading Indicator Survey. Quantitative Goal #2 By June 2017, 85% of the 3rd grade general education students will achieve the benchmark level on the spring administration of the DIBELS assessment. Quantitative Goal #3 By June 2017 85% of the total number of 4th and 5th grade general education students will demonstrate an increase of 20% or more between the Fall administration and Spring administration on the district benchmark assessment of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Qualitative Goal #1 By June 2017, the Superintendent will synthesize research related to the topics of extended school day and summer programs for remediation of core ELA and math skills. The Superintendent will Present recommendations for future programs to the Board of Education at a worksession. Qualitative Goal #2 By June 2017, the Superintendent will collaborate with the district literacy and math coach to synthesize research related to best practices for providing content-based enrichment. This research will result in a staff presentation designed to improve instructional strategies during the Intervention, Flexible Groups and Enrichment class periods. |
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17.J. Stronge Evaluation Rubrics for 2016-17
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17.J.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board adopt the Stronge Teacher and Principal Evaluation Rubrics for use in the 2016-17 school year.
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17.K. School Business Administrator Goals for 2016-17
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17.K.1) Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the School Business Administrator's goals for the 2016-17 school year as follows:
Goal #1 Mr. Pawlowski will implement components of the Alexandria Township Schools energy audit resulting in a 3% reduction in energy costs. The reduction in electricity costs in the 2016-17 school year will be measured against electricity costs in the 2015-16 school year. Goal #2 Mr. Pawlowski will obtain the Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA) designation during the 2016-2017 school year. Evidence of completion will be the QPA certificate. |
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17.L. Referendum
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17.L.1) Motion made by ______ seconded by ______ upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board approve the following resolution providing for submission to school district voters a special ballot question for a proposed $8,273,089.00 school facilities project at a special school district election to be held on Tuesday, December, 13, 2016.
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18. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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Description:
The Alexandria Township Board of Education recognizes the value of public comment on educational issues and the importance of allowing members of the public to express themselves on school matters. Thus, the Board shall set aside two, twenty minute periods for public comment during regular Board meetings. In order to permit the fair and orderly expression of such comment, public participation shall be governed by the following rules:
1. A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by announcing his/her name, municipality, and group affiliation, if applicable. 2. Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to 3 minutes in duration. 3. No participant may speak on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard. 4. All statements shall be directed to the presiding officer; no participant may address Board members individually. |
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19. BOARD GOALS
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Description:
The Alexandria Township Board of Education will:
1. Continue to Improve Board effectiveness. 2. Continue to effectively represent and communicate with the public and involve the community. 3. Continue to improve District Planning focusing on the District mission and goals. 4. Implement our CSA and Board self-evaluation process. |
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20. ADJOURN
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Description:
Motion made by __________, seconded by __________, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools that the Board adjourn the meeting at __________ .
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