TIME & PLACE: 6:00 P.M. – HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY CLASSROOM
ELECTED MEMBERS PRESENT: FLORUSSEN, GELL, GUASP, JAQUEWAY, KUEHNLE, QUANDT
ELECTED MEMBERS EXCUSED: BURTON
APPOINTED MEMBERS PRESENT: DAVID BLANCHARD, SUPERINTENDENT; SARAH BLOOD, SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR; DEBRA CARDELLA, DISTRICT CLERK
ALSO PRESENT: ANDREA POLIKOSKI, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL; DR. KEVIN CALACONE, JR./SR HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL; ROBERT KRAEMER, JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINICIPAL/ATHLETIC COORDINATOR; MATTHEW WRIGHT, DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND PUPIL SERVICES
1 MEDIA REPRESENTATIVE; 1 DISTRICT RESIDENT;6 FACULTY/STAFF MEMBERS; 0 STUDENTS
President Jaqueway called the Regular Board of Education Meeting of June 20, 2018, to order at 6:04 p.m.
President Jaqueway led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Motion was made by Mr. Guasp, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle to enter into Executive Session to discuss negotiations, matters pertaining to specific individuals, and contractual items.
Yes – 5
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Absent – 1 (Quandt)
Motion Carried
President Jaqueway declared the meeting to be in recess at 6:07 p.m.
The Executive Session came to order at 6:10 p.m. with Mr. Florussen, Mrs. Gell, Mr. Guasp, Mrs. Jaqueway, Mr. Kuehnle, Ms. Blood and Superintendent Blanchard in attendance.
Mr. Quandt arrived at 6:20 p.m. and proceeded into Executive Session.
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Quandt to end the Executive Session at 7:30 p.m.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Kuehnle, seconded by Mr. Florussen to return to the Regular Meeting.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
President Jaqueway declared the Regular Meeting to be reconvened at 7:34 p.m.
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Florussen to approve the Minutes of the Public Budget Hearing/Regular Meeting on May 8, 2018.
Yes – 5
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Abstain – 1 (Kuehnle)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Quandt, seconded by Mr. Florussen to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting on May 15, 2018.
Yes – 5
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Abstain – 1 (Guasp)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Quandt, seconded by Mr. Florussen to approve the Minutes of the Annual School Budget Vote, School Bus Purchases Proposition Vote, Use of Capital Reserve Fund Proposition Vote and Board Member Election on May 15, 2018.
Yes – 5
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Abstain – 1 (Guasp)
Motion Carried
President Jaqueway reviewed the Agenda and the June/July calendar of events and facilities use.
The following were additions/changes to the agenda:
Personnel – Add Item f. – Appoint Hailey Modelewski Special Education Teacher
Personnel – Add to Item s. – Approve P. Clark Mod. Volleyball Coach
Personnel – Remove from Item s. – Shawn Gathen V. Girls Basketball and JV Softball Coach
Business – Add to Item e. – Additional CSE Recommendation List
Business – Remove from Item i. – Gilboa Conesville CSD
Business – Add to Item l. – The Guitar Center Corporation
Business – Add Item q. – Resolution to Authorize Student Health/Welfare Services by Schoharie CSD
Business – Add Item r. – School Bus Bond Resolution
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
President Jaqueway offered the privilege of the floor.
Ms. Jean Scofield, Elementary Teacher, presented the Board members with a report on the STA “Good News.”
BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT
Nothing to report at this time.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Presentation of Plaque to Mark Quandt, Retiring Board Member
Superintendent Blanchard and President Marion Jaqueway presented Mr. Quandt with a plaque and their thanks for his service to the Board of Education.
Transportation Department Inspection Report
Superintendent Blanchard introduced Amy Crewell, Director of Transportation, who reported regarding the inspection on the District’s buses.
Schoharie Athletic Department NYSPHSAA Award of Excellence
Superintendent Blanchard introduced Robert Kraemer who spoke regarding receiving this award from Section II.
Capital Project Update
Superintendent Blanchard introduced Jared Yando from Schoolhouse Construction Services who handed out a Progress Report to the Board members. All work is progressing as anticipated and is on or ahead of schedule.
PERSONNEL
Motion was made by Mr. Guasp, seconded by Mr. Quandt that the Board of Education accept the recommendations of Superintendent Blanchard to accept, with regret and best wishes, the resignation of Robert Kraemer, Jr./Sr. High School Assistant Principal/Athletic Coordinator, effective 7/1/18.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Quandt, seconded by Mrs. Gell that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of Superintendent Blanchard to approve the SCS Administrators Association Insurance Benefits Memorandum of Agreement dated May 18, 2018.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Kuehnle, seconded by Mr. Florussen that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of Superintendent Blanchard to approve the following probationary appointment:
Name of Appointee: Rachel A. Lenart
Title of Position: 2nd Grade Elementary School Teacher
Tenure Area: Elementary Education
Effective Date: 9/1/18
Ending Date: 8/31/2022*
Certification: Professional – Early Childhood Education (B-2), Professional – Childhood Education (1-6)
Salary Status: Step 1 – $43,969 according to STA Contract
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Quandt that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of Superintendent Blanchard to approve the following probationary appointment:
Name of Appointee: Joanne Oakes
Title of Position: 1st Grade Elementary School Teacher
Tenure Area: Elementary Education
Effective Date: 9/1/18
Ending Date: 8/31/2021
Certification: Professional – Childhood Education (1-6), Professional – Students w/ Disabilities (1-6)
Salary Status: Step 11 – $56,021 according to STA Contract
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Quandt that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of Superintendent Blanchard to approve the following probationary appointment:
Name of Appointee: Meghan E. Watson
Title of Position: 1st Grade Elementary School Teacher
Tenure Area: Elementary Education
Effective Date: 9/1/18
Ending Date: 8/31/2022
Certification: Initial – Childhood Education (1-6)
Salary Status: Step 2 – $44,940 according to STA Contract
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mrs. Gell that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of Superintendent Blanchard to approve the following probationary appointment:
Name of Appointee: Hailey B. Modelewski
Title of Position: Elementary School Special Education Teacher
Tenure Area: Special Education
Effective Date: 9/1/18
Ending Date: 8/31/2022
Certification: Initial – Childhood Education (1-6), Initial – Students w/ Disabilities (1-6)
Salary Status: Step 1 – $43,969 according to STA Contract
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Note re probationary appointments: In order to be eligible for tenure, an individual receiving a probationary appointment as a classroom teacher must receive annual composite or overall APPR ratings of H or E in at least three of the four preceding years, and if the individual receives a rating of I in the final year of the probationary period, he or she will not be eligible for tenure at that time.
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle that the Board of Education accept the recommendations of Superintendent Blanchard to take action on Personnel Items g. through u. as follows:
THAT the Board of Education approve the reduction of the position of Elementary School Psychologist, Kelly Fagnani, from 11 months to 10 months, effective 7/1/18.
THAT the Board of Education approve Nancy Anderson, First Grade Teacher, Class Size Stipend of $12.30 daily from June 11, 2018 to June 22, 2018, according to School District Calendar.
THAT the Board of Education accept the resignation of Daniel White, Elementary Music Teacher, effective 6/23/18.
THAT the Board of Education appoint as Jr./Sr. High School Department Heads for the 2018-19 school year, the following individuals at listed stipends per STA Contract:
John Styles, Science, $1,550
Thomas Clayton, English/Reading, $1,550
John Sorady, Social Studies, $1,550
Erika Robert, Math, $1,550
Leah Schaefer, Fine Arts, $1,550
Janna O’Leary, Practical Arts, $1,550
Lindsay Peterson, Foreign Language (LOTE), $1.550
Bonnie Newberry, Special Education, $1,550
Nancy Stewart, Guidance Co-Chair, $775
Stephanie Weinlein, Guidance Co-Chair, $775
Marion Burghart, Library Media Specialist, $850
THAT the Board of Education appoint as Elementary Curriculum Coordinators for the 2018-19 school year, the following individuals, $3,500 stipend per STA Contract, unless otherwise noted:
Alisha Richardson ELA Grades K-2
Megan Caruso ELA Grades 3-6
Cristen Lare Math Grades K-2
Heather O’Brien Math Grades 3-6
Jeneca Kenny Science Grades K-6 (.5) Stipend $1,750
Megan Langan Special Area Grades K-6
Bridget Krepcio Social Studies K-6
THAT the Board of Education appoint as Class/Club Advisors for the 2018-19 school year, the following individuals at listed stipends per STA Contract:
Leah Schaefer Yearbook Co-Advisor E-13 $3,960
Colleen Takacs Yearbook Co-Advisor E-7 $3,360
Jennifer Chavez FBLA E-14 $1,780
Amie Hausmann Senior Class Co-Advisor E-15 $2,420
Marion Burghart Senior Class Co-Advisor E-6 $1,870
Jennifer Chavez Junior Class Advisor E-14 $2,960
Christina Vincent Freshman Class Advisor E-2 $1,280
Ed Rivers Student Government Co-Advisor E-3 $870
John Sorady Student Government Co-Advisor E-3 $870
David Marbot FFA E-20 $5,260
Ellen Bogardus FFA (.5) $1,565
Gabrielle Wasserzug Key Club Co-Advisor I-2 $1,160
Erin Kelly Key Club Co-Advisor I-2 $1,160
Bonnie Snyder SADD Co-Advisor E-6 $1,410
Melissa Cooper SADD Co-Advisor $1,410
Therese Kenyon Teen Talk Co-Advisor E-3 $1,310
Kelly Fagnani Teen Talk Co-Advisor E-3 $1,310
Tammy Drinon Varsity Club Co-Advisor (.5) E-7 $1,200
Kevin Scofield Varsity Club Co-Advisor (.5) $1,515
Samantha Ballard Odyssey of the Mind $1,550
Cassandra Olin Musical Director E-8 $4,030
Kimberly DiNuzzo Musical Assistant Director E-4 $2,680
Pam Guest Musical Assistant (.5) E-20 $1,505
Cassandra Olin Drama Club Advisor E-3 $1,310
Cassandra Olin High School Band Volunteer Advisor
Martin Messner Travel Club Volunteer Advisor
THAT the Board of Education approve Carrie Styles and Select Choir After School Vocal Ensemble for the 2018-19 school year, stipend $1,550.
THAT the Board of Education appoint Terri Blum as the Elementary School PBIS Coordinator for the 2018-19 school year, stipend $1,550.
THAT the Board of Education accept Melissa Bevins (Wood), Teaching Assistant, resignation effective 7/1/18.
THAT the Board of Education approve Nicole DeBoer as an addition to the SCS Non-Certified Substitute List, as Food Service Helper, Teacher Aide, Teaching Assistant and Secretary, at current substitute rates, effective retroactive to 5/21/18.
THAT the Board of Education appoint Temporary Summer Custodial/Cleaners at the approved substitute rate of pay for 8 hours/day, effective 7/2/18 through 8/31/18, for the following personnel:
1. Donna Corey
2. Denise LaBadia
3. Shawn VanGasbeck
4. Tina VanAller
THAT the Board of Education approve Ben Fox to volunteer in the Pre-K classrooms for the 2018-19 school year.
THAT the Board of Education appoint Coaches for the 2018-19 school year, at listed stipends, for the following individuals:
Fall Season 2018-19
Prince Knight Varsity Boys Soccer E-2 $3,260
Kevin Scofield Varsity Girls Soccer (.5) $2,315
Tammy Drinon Varsity Girls Soccer (.5) E-20 $2,870
Heather Palmatier Varsity Volleyball E-14 $4,520
Stanley France Varsity Girls Tennis E-13 $2,670
Jeremy Karker Varsity Girls Cross Country E-12 $3,170
John Sorady Varsity Boys Cross Country I-2 $2,250
Shawn Gathen Varsity Golf E-3 $2,300
Eric Croote JV Boys Soccer E-2 $2,520
Marjorie Adriance JV Girls Soccer E-2 $2,520
Rick LeHoe JV Volleyball I-2 $2,290
Lance Hellstrom Modified Boys Soccer I-2 $1,510
Erin Kelly Modified Girls Soccer I-2 $1,510
Paige Clark Modified Volleyball I-2 $1,510
Angela Jackson Boys Intramurals E-4 $1,140
Barb Almy Girls Intramurals E-12 $1,410
Jennifer Hellstrom Modified Boys Soccer Volunteer
Gabby Wasserzug Varsity Girls Tennis Volunteer
Winter Season 2018-19
Angela Jackson Boys Intramurals E-5 $1,460
Barb Almy Girls Intramurals E-12 $1,760
Spring Season 2018-19
Angela Jackson Boys Intramurals E-4 $1,140
Barb Almy Girls Intramurals E-12 $1,410
THAT the Board of Education appoint Summer Bus Run Drivers, salary per SCEA regular pay rate according to dates and hours listed, for the following individuals:
Bryan Deffer – Run 1: Middleburgh Summer School 7/8/18 to 8/17/18
(Approximately 2 hr. AM & 2 hr. PM)
Joelene Mercer – Run 2: Middleburgh Summer School 7/8/18 to 8/17/18
(Approximately 2 hr. AM & 2 hr. PM)
Tom Heath – Run 3: Westmere Elementary 7/02/18 to 8/10/18
(Approximately 2.5 hr. AM & 2.5 hr. PM)
Cheryl Deffer – Run 4: Wildwood Curry Rd & Altamont 7/3/18 to 8/13/18
(Approximately 2.75 hr. AM & 2.75 hr. PM)
Mike Guntert – Run 5: Cobleskill Ryder 7/9/18 to 8/17/18
(Approximately 2.5 hr. AM & 2.5 hr. PM)
Manny Sousa – Run 6: Langan CP 7/9/18 to 8/17/18
(Approximately 2.75 hr. AM & 2.75 hr. PM)
Holly Boss – Run 7: Easter Seals Camp 7/2/18 to 8/10/18
(Approximately 2.75 hr. AM & 2.75 hr. PM)
Fran Parsons – Run 8: Fulton Academy 7/2/18 to 8/10/18
(Approximately 1.5 hr. AM & 1.5 hr. PM)
THAT the Board of Education appoint Summer Bus Aides, salary per SCEA regular pay rate,according to dates and hours listed, for the following individuals:
Crystal Hartmann – Run #3: Westmere Elementary 7/02/18 to 8/10/18
(Approximately 2.5 hr. AM & 2.5 hr. PM)
(Pay rate Step 5 per SCEA Contract $12.41 per hour)
Hollie Jankowski – Run #4: Wildwood Curry Rd & Altamont 7/3/18 to 8/13/18
(Approximately 2.75 hr. AM & 2.75 hr. PM)
(Pay rate Step 3 per SCEA Contract $11.87 per hour)
Lauralee Brooks – Run #5: Cobleskill Ryder 7/9/18 to 8/17/18
(Approximately 2.5 hr. AM & 2.5 hr. PM)
(Pay rate Step 3 per SCEA Contract $11.87 per hour)
Sharon Lamont – Run #6: Langan CP 7/9/18 to 8/17/18
(Approximately 2.75 hr. AM & 2.75 hr. PM)
(Pay rate Step 7 per SCEA Contract $12.97 per hour)
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mrs. Gell that the Board of Education add to the agenda the Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement between Schoharie CSD and the Confidential/Managerial Staff, dated May 18, 2018.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Quandt that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of Superintendent Blanchard to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between Schoharie Central School District and the Confidential and Managerial Staff dated May 18, 2018.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
BUSINESS
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle that the Board of Education accept the Treasurer’s Report for May 2018. (Original attached to Official Minutes)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton) Motion Carried
The Board received the Budget Status Reports; Revenue and Appropriation as of May 31, 2018, for their review.
The Board received the report of the Claims Auditor for the May 2018 Warrant in the amount of $907,434.51 for their review.
The Board received the Cash Flow Status Report/Projection as of 5/31/18, for their review.
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen seconded by Mr. Guasp that the Board of Education accept the recommendation of the Committees and approve the authorization of funds to implement the special education program services and placements consistent with such recommendations for the 2017-18 school year based upon the reports submitted to Board members dated 6/20/18.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Abstain – 1 (Kuehnle)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Florussen that the Board of Education approve the Resolution to Designate Assignment of Fund Balance as of 6/20/18. (Original attached to Official Minutes.)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Kuehnle, seconded by Mrs. Gell that the Board of Education approve the Resolution to Authorize Bids for 2018-19 Heating Oil and Fuel for School Buses.(Original attached to Official Minutes.)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Quandt, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle that the Board of Education approve the Resolution for Cooperative Bidding for General Supplies with BOCES during the 2018-19 school year. (Original attached to Official Minutes.)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Florussen that the Board of Education approve the Resolution to Authorize Agreement for Student Health/Welfare Services Provided by Other School Districts for City School District of Albany, Seven (7) Children for $5,400.71.(Original attached to Official Minutes.)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Florussen that the Board of Education approve the Agreement Between Schoharie CSD and Schoharie County Child Development Council, Inc., UPK Collaboration, for the 2018-19 school year.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Quandt that the Board of Education approve the Agreement Between The Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital and Schoharie CSD.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Guasp that the Board of Education accept, with thanks, the following donations:
1. 14 Ukuleles valued at $740.36 via Donorschoose for Ms. Styles’ class
2. 4 Chromebooks valued at $847.25 via Donorschoose for Mr. Saddlemire’s class
3. 5 Keyboards valued at $450 from The Guitar Center Corporation for Ms. Styles’ class
4. 1 Doodler Start valued at $599.99 via Donorschoose for use in STEAM class
5. Large Feather Flag valued at $316 from Just Run Fund
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Kuehnle, seconded by Mr. Florussen that the Board of Education approve the Declaring of Fixed Assets as Surplus/Obsolete:
One AquaFarm Tank 250 Gallon
One Printer
One 1974 International Harvester Bush Hog
One Black Leather Desk Chair
Two High Jump Mats
Four CD Tape Players
One Overhead Projector
Ten Box of Books Trophies
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Quandt that the Board of Education approve the TSL Adventure’s Building Use Request for Summer Camp from 6/25/18 through 8/30/18, Monday – Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm in the Elementary Gym and Cafeteria.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle that the Board of Education approve Wednesday, July 11, 2018 for the Board of Education Reorganizational/Regular meeting.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made Mr. Guasp, seconded by Mr. Florussen that the Board of Education approve the Resolution to Authorize Agreement for Student Health/Welfare Services Provided by Schoharie CSD to Gilboa Conesville CSD, Three (3) Children at $2,323.68.(Original attached to Official Minutes.)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle that the Board of Education approve the Bond Resolution Authorizing Financing for Purchase of School Buses for $313,041.(Original attached to Official Minutes.)
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
OTHER BUSINESS
The following items were distributed to Board Members for review:
Capital Project Progress Report from Schoolhouse Construction Services Jr./Sr. High School Monthly Report – June 2018
Enrollment Numbers as of 6/1/18
President Jaqueway stated that the next Board of Education Meeting will be as follows:
Reorganizational/Regular Meeting – Wednesday, July 11, 2018, 6:00 p.m., High School Cafeteria.
Motion was made by Mr. Florussen, seconded by Mr. Kuehnle to enter into Executive Session to discuss negotiations, matters pertaining to specific individuals, and contractual items.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
President Jaqueway declared the meeting to be in recess at 8:25 p.m.
The Executive Session came to order at 8:30 p.m. with Mr. Florussen, Mrs. Gell, Mr. Guasp, Mrs. Jaqueway, Mr. Kuehnle, Mr. Quandt and Superintendent Blanchard in attendance.
Motion was made by Mr. Kuehnle, seconded by Mr. Florussen to end the Executive Session at 9:50 p.m.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mr. Quandt, seconded by Mr. Guasp to return to the Regular Meeting.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
Motion was made by Mrs. Gell, seconded by Mr. Quandt to adjourn the Regular Board of Education Meeting.
Yes – 6
No – 0
Excused – 1 (Burton)
Motion Carried
President Jaqueway declared the Regular Board of Education Meeting of June 20, 2018, to be adjourned at 9:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Debra Cardella, District Clerk