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Hampton Township School District 4591 School Drive Allison Park, PA 15101

Board Voting Meeting Agenda Monday, March 9, 2015

Dr. Harold Sarver Memorial Library at HMS – 7:30 p.m. This Meeting is Being Audio-Taped

1. Call to Order – 7:30 p.m. – Pledge of Allegiance

2. Roll Call

3. Poff Elementary Presentation to the Board

4. Student Awards

5. Comments / Questions from Citizens

6. Approval of Minutes from the February 9, 2015 Voting Meeting

7. Treasurer’s Report and Payment of Bills – Mr. Shages a. General Fund b. Activity Fund c. Cafeteria Fund

8. President’s Report – Mr. Wesley

9. Board Secretary’s Report – Mrs. Lamagna

10. Solicitor’s Report – Mr. Clair

11. Superintendent’s Report – Dr. Hoover

12. School Board Reports: a. Student Affairs – Mrs. Hennessey b. Facilities – Ms. Balason c. Educational Programs – Mrs. Litwiler d. Technology – Mr. Stein e. Transportation – Mrs. Lueers f. Finance – Mr. Vasko g. Policy/Legislative & Community Affairs – Mr. Shages h. Personnel – Mrs. Lamagna

13. A.W. Beattie Career Center Board Report – Mr. Vasko and/or Mr. Stein

14. HAEE Report – Ms. Balason

15. Adjournment

CALENDAR OF EVENTS: 3/23 Board Special Meeting (if necessary) 3/30 Professional Education Day (No School for Students) 3/31 to 4/6 Spring Break (School Closed) 4/6 Board Work Session Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Dr. Harold Sarver Memorial Library at HMS 4/7 School Resumes 4/13 Board Voting Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Dr. Harold Sarver Memorial Library at HMS 4/27 Board Special Meeting (Budget Meeting)

March 2015 Meeting Motions

1) *It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the following:

January 2015 General Fund 10 Disbursements totaling $3,090,879.55

January 2015 Cafeteria Fund 50 Disbursements totaling $93,560.21

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________________ Second: _________________________ Aye: _________________ Nay: ___________

2) *It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the November 2014 Treasurer’s Report.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


3) *It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the November 2014 Student Activities Fund

Report.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


Hampton Township School District

Monday, March 9, 2015

Dr. Harold Sarver Memorial Library at HMS

7:30 p.m.

Student Affairs

Mary Alice Hennessey, Chairperson

TO: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Lueers, Mrs. Litwiler, Mr. Stein, Mr. Shages, Mr. Vasko,

Mr. Wesley, Dr. Hoover, Mr. Finch, Mr. Kline, Mr. Katsafanas, Mr. Lacher

FOR BOARD ACTION:

None at this time.

OLD BUSINESS:

None at this time.

NEW BUSINESS:

Student Council Update

Student council representatives, Emily Sosso and Luke Lacher, provided the following information:

Prom planning is progressing and a theme has been selected. A student DJ will NOT be used.

Student Council officers are preparing for the upcoming meeting with the Metz Food Service Company. The

meeting is scheduled to occur during the month of March.

A "Spirit Week" is planned for the week leading up to spring break.

The HAEE is hosting a prom dress sale at the high school on Saturday, March 7.

* 2015 Spring Baseball Trip to Winston-Salem, NC – Information item only. No cost to

District. Mr. Finch

Facilities - Page 1 of 1


VOTING MEETING

Monday, March 09, 2015 – 7:30 p.m.

Dr. Harold Sarver Library

FACILITIES AGENDA,

Ms. Balason, Chair

ACTION ITEMS PRESENTER

1. It is recommended and I move that the Board authorizes VEBH Architects to begin soliciting bids for the

Captured Vestibule Projects at Hampton Middle School, Central Elementary and Wyland Elementary.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


OLD BUSINESS PRESENTER

Captured Vestibule Project Update

Architects from VEBH presented the Board with an update on the vestibule projects at the Hampton Middle School,

Central and Wyland Elementary Buildings. The presentation highlighted the architectural drawings of each location,

an estimated costs analysis for each job and a preliminary schedule for the bidding process which is the next step in

the process.

Mr. Durkin from VEBH estimated the costs (including “soft” costs) as follows:

Hampton Middle School $ 412,098.00

Central Elementary $ 178,214.00

Wyland Elementary $ 336,631.00

Contingency $ 90,176.00

Total $1,017,119.00

The architects will solicit bids beginning the week of March 09, 2015. The bids will be opened in early April 2015

with the bid being awarded in May 2015.

NEW BUSINESS PRESENTER

There is no report this evening.

*attachments

Hampton Township School District Monday, March 9, 2015


7:30 p.m.

Educational Programs

Mrs. Gail Litwiler, Chairperson


Mr. Wesley, Dr. Hoover, Mr. Finch, Mr. Kline

Action Items:

None at this time.

OLD BUSINESS:

None at this time.

NEW BUSINESS:

Textbooks for Review

Laurie Heinricher explained the selection process for a new series of text books and electronic student resources for the

Spanish Language program. "iAsi se dice" was selected, in part, due to the alignment of the series with the College Board

AP Spanish program.

Laurie Heinricher presented the next level of Mandarin Language text for the continuation of the program. This text also

provides an electronic version for students.

A text has been selected for public review for the Visual Basic course.

With the introduction of 2 new math courses, Applied Mathematics and Discrete Mathematics, new texts have been

selected for public review.

All proposed text book selections are currently on display at the District Administration Center.

ALICE Update by Mr. Finch

An overview of the February ALICE training held at the Hampton Township Community Center was given and a

newspaper article of March 2, 2015 from the TribLive highlighting that event was shared with the board.

Other Business

Gail Litwiler questioned our preparation for upcoming standards based assessments that are projected to be aligned with

the Pennsylvania Core Standards. Mr. Finch, Ms. Heinricher and Dr. Hoover explained the continuous process of

gathering data on curriculum, instructional planning and their alignment with the eligible content of the assessments.

With that process, the administration and faculty work diligently to determine if adjustments need to be made to the

curriculum or if some of the eligible content should not be injected at the consequence of overwritten curriculum or

unreasonable scope and sequence.

Gail Litwiler pointed out that the enrollment projections have been included in the board packet and the current numbers

are a slight decrease to the prior year. It was noted that this is still an early data set and some change can be expected

over the coming months.




7:30 p.m.

Technology

Mr. Gregory Stein, Chairperson


Mr. Wesley, Dr. Hoover, Mr. Finch, Mr. Kline

FOR BOARD ACTION:

It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the 5 year contract with Infinite Campus to provide student

information software and support to the district, subject to final contract review and approval by the district solicitor. Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


OLD BUSINESS:

Delegation to Singapore

Mr. McKaveney described the activities of the trip. Participants met with the Ministry of Education in Singapore with a

focus on technology initiatives and their process for research and development. The trip provided valuable insights for

instructional programs from around the world and Mr. McKaveney was able to network with educators from several

countries including Singapore, Australia, India and others.

Student Information System (SIS)

Mr. McKaveney gave an overview of the company screening process and the committee selection of a finalist. Infinite

Campus is the first selection of the committee. A cost comparison was provided to the board that explained the

comparison of current software systems used by the district that will be replaced by the new provider. Over a 5 year

period, the projected difference is + $40,513. Upon completion of reference checks with other districts using the

product and approval of the contract by the solicitor, we anticipate contracting the new SIS provider by the end of

March.

NEW BUSINESS:

None at this time.

*New attachment explaining drug testing procedures

Transportation – Page 1 of 2


VOTING MEETING

Monday, March 09, 2015 – 7:30 p.m.


TRANSPORTATION AGENDA,

Mrs. Lueers, Chair

ACTION ITEMS

1. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the new route with W.L. Roenigk to transport two

students to Hampton Township School District on a shared run with South Butler School District at a rate of

approximately $86/day, retroactive to February 17, 2015.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


2. *It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the contract with W.L. Roenigk, Inc. per the proposal

dated February 09, 2015, for the period of July 01, 2015 through June 30, 2020 subject to review and approval

by the District’s Solicitor.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________



There is no report this evening.


Proposed Student Transportation Contract with W.L. Roenigk Mr. Kline stated that W.L. Roenigk provides the District with all “large” buses for student transportation. This is a

role that they inherited when they purchased Critchlow Enterprises in 2009. W.L. Roenigk also provides Hampton

with great shared route opportunities with North Allegheny and Deer Lakes School Districts.

Mr. Kline stated that after conferring with District Administration, the District had two primary concerns with

service from W.L. Roenigk. However, both of these concerns are addressed specifically in the proposed contract.

The first District concern was a lack of driver training in regard to student incidents especially bullying prevention.

To address this issue, W.L. Roenigk drivers and management will participate in up to (5) hours of district-sponsored

training per year. Attendance will be compensated by W.L. Roenigk. The second concern held by the District was a

poor reliability of camera coverage. It states in the proposed contract that cameras must now be tested no less than

once a month.

Mr. Kline reported that W.L. Roenigk was awarded a renewal contract by the District for a 5-year period beginning

July 01, 2010 through June 30, 2015. In the renewal contract, terms stipulated yearly increases at the Pittsburgh CPI

– which have averaged 1.99% over the first four years and a District-Friendly 0.93% for the current 2014-2015

operational year. Mr. Kline stated the that the proposed contract includes a 2.45% increase for the 2015-2016

*New attachment explaining drug testing procedures

Transportation – Page 2 of 2

operating year and future increases will be determined by the existing CPI formula with a 3% cap and 0.5% floor.

He stated that these are fair terms overall; especially considering the minor increase that occurred as a result of the

relatively low CPI in the current operating year.

2015-2016 Gasoline/Diesel Fuel Prices Mr. Kline stated that after reviewing bids, the Western Pennsylvania Fuel Consortium Committee “locked in”

gasoline/diesel fuel rates for the 2015-2016 school year. The Committee awarded the bid to Guttman Energy, Inc.

The price for Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel will be $2.17/gallon. The lower rate will save the District approximately

$43,000 in fuel costs for next year.

Finance – Page 1 of 2


VOTING MEETING

Monday, March 09, 2015 – 7:30 p.m.


FINANCE AGENDA,

Mr. Vasko, Chair

ACTION ITEMS PRESENTER

1. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the District initiated appeals of 2015 real estate tax

assessments based on property transactions in 2014 where the difference between the purchase price and the

2015 assessment reflects a lost revenue to the District in the amount of $1,000 or more at the current 2014-2015

millage rate of 17.85 mills.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


2. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the Hampton Township School District Tax, Tax Claim

and Tax Lien Attorney Fees and Servicing Charges, Expenses and Fees Resolution.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


3. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves BNY Mellon as Remarketing Agent for the District’s

2007 Variable Rate Bonds, subject to review and approval of Bond Counsel & our Financial Advisor.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


4. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the Financial Advisory Agreement with Public Resource

advisory Group (PRAG) for a 3 year period effective March 09, 2015.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


5. *It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the Budget Transfer totaling $50,967.00 for the

following:

Software/Licensing Fees $50,967.00

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________



Review of HTSD Travel Reimbursement Procedures Mr. Kline outlined the District’s travel reimbursement procedures which were last updated in 2008.

Finance – Page 2 of 2


School District Initiated Real Estate Tax Appeals

Mr. Kline stated that, under the recommended criteria listed above, if the purchase price exceeds the assessed value

by $65,000 or more, then an appeal will be filed. Mr. Kline stated this is the same criteria used by the District over

the last few years.

HTSD Tax, Tax Lien Attorney Fees and servicing Charges, Expenses and Fees Resolution

Mr. Kline gave the example of a 2-year delinquent property. The total due would increase from $6,158 to $6,441

(+$283 or 4.6%). The penalties and interest are unchanged.

BNY Mellon – Remarketing Agent for Variable Rate Bonds Mr. Kline reported that the District’s annual savings at 4bps are projected to be $7,640.00.

Financial Advisory Agreement with Public Resource Advisory Group (PRAG)

Mr. Kline stated that this contract is required under the “Dodd-Frank Act” and encapsulates the current arrangement

with PRAG.

*attachments


Board Voting Meeting



7:30 p.m.

Policy/Legislative Affairs

Mr. Robert Shages, Chairperson

Action Items:

1. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the second reading of revised Policy No. 114 Gifted Education.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


2. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves the second reading of revised Policy No. 217.1 Graduation of

Students Receiving Special Education Services.

Discussion: _______________________________________________________________________________________________


Old Business:

None at this time.

New Business:

None at this time.

Revised - Personnel – March 9, 2015 Page 1

Hampton Township School District Voting Meeting

Monday, March 9, 2015 7:30 p.m. – Dr. Harold Sarver Memorial Library at HMS

Revised - PERSONNEL – Mrs. Pam Lamagna, Chair To: Ms. Balason, Mrs. Hennessey, Mrs. Lamagna, Mrs. Litwiler, Mrs. Lueers, Mr. Shages, Mr. Stein, Mr. Vasko, Mr. Wesley,

Dr. Hoover, Mr. Finch, Mr. Kline Employment of all appointed personnel is contingent upon receipt of all compliance documents TOPIC FOR BOARD ACTION TEACHERS: 1. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves Ms. Lauren Marshall, moving from the Middle School

Building Substitute, to the High School Building Substitute, effective February 13, 2015. There is no change in salary. (Ms. Marshall is replacing Mr. Benjamin Famoso’s position.)

Discussion: ______________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________ Second: _____________ Aye: _____________ Nay: _____________ 2. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves Ms. Elizabeth Piekut, as a Long-Term Substitute Math

Academic Support Teacher at Hampton High School, from March 19 09, 2015 for the remainder of the 2014-2015 School Year. Salary is $23,500, pro-rated. (Ms. Piekut is replacing Ms. Leah Sudo.) Discussion: ______________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________ Second: _____________ Aye: _____________ Nay: _____________ PARAPROFESSIONAL/SECRETARIES: 3. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves Mr. Patrick Onesko, as a Class 1-B Paraprofessional at

Hampton High School, effective February 26, 2015. Salary is $14.05per-hour for the 60-day probationary period and $14.30 per-hour thereafter. (Mr. Onesko is replacing Mrs. Sharon Whelan.)

Discussion: ______________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________ Second: _____________ Aye: _____________ Nay: _____________ SUPPLEMENTALS: 4. It is recommended and I move that the board approves the following Coach/Building Supplemental positions

for the 2014-2015 School Year, at a rate of $122 per point:

NAME POSITION BUILDING POINTS RANGE TOTAL

STIPEND Scot Gordon Boys’ Lacrosse Assistant Coach HHS 20 16/20 $2,440 Sam Evans Volunteer Boys’ Lacrosse Coach HHS Nate Mourneault Volunteer Boys’ Lacrosse Coach HHS Elizabeth Piekut Middle School Softball Assistant Coach HMS 20 16/20 $2,440 Lindsey Leja Middle School Assistant Track Coach “D”

(replacing Carl Good) HMS 17 15/19 $2,074

Discussion: ______________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________ Second: _____________ Aye: _____________ Nay: _____________

Revised - Personnel – March 9, 2015 Page 2

ADDENDUM: 5. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves Ms. Lindsey Volkar, moving from a Long-Term

Substitute Grade 6 Science Teacher at Hampton Middle School, to a Building Substitute at Hampton Middle School, from February 23, 2015 through the remainder of the 2014-2015 School Year. There is no change in salary. (Ms. Volkar is replacing Ms. Lauren Marshall.)

Discussion: ______________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________ Second: _____________ Aye: _____________ Nay: _____________ 6. It is recommended and I move that the Board approves Mr. Nicholas Helbing, as a Casual Substitute

commencing December 3, 2015, and then as a Long-Term Substitute Technology Education Teacher at Hampton High School from February 17, 2015 to a date to be determined. Salary is $27,500, pro-rated. (Mr. Helbling is a substitute for Mr. Vince Kuzniewski.) Mr. Helbling will also serve as the Technology Student Association Club Sponsor (TSA).

Discussion: ______________________________________________________________________________

Action: Moved: _____________ Second: _____________ Aye: _____________ Nay: _____________

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