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EASTERN CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

JOINT COMMITTEE MINUTES

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2014

Dr. Art Levinowitz, President, called the public meeting of the Joint Committee to order at

8:07 p.m. with the following members in attendance:

Mrs. Michele Tinsman Abington

Bryn Athyn

Ms. Stephanie Gray Cheltenham

Hatboro-Horsham

Ms. Carolyn Riley Jenkintown

Mr. Robert Howard Lower Moreland

Mr. Elton Richardson Springfield

Dr. Art Levinowitz Upper Dublin

Mr. Duval Dougherty Upper Moreland

Kenneth Roos, Esq. Solicitor

Dr. Marykay Feeley Superintendent of Record

Mr. Thomas Allen Administrative Director

A motion carried unanimously will necessarily, by reference, include each voting member in

attendance.

SALUTE TO THE FLAG

Mr. Jackson Kramer led the Joint Committee and audience in a salute to the flag.

JOINT COMMITTEE REORGANIZATION

Informational:

Recognition of Membership

Dr. Art Levinowitz acknowledged the terms and memberships for each of our participating school

districts.

Term: December 2014 – November 2017

1. Abington – Mrs. Michele Tinsman

2. Cheltenham – Ms. Stephanie Gray

3. Jenkintown – Ms. Carolyn Riley

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Term: December 2013 - November 2016

1. Hatboro-Horsham – Mr. James Greenhalgh

2. Lower Moreland – Mr. Robert Howard

3. Upper Dublin – Dr. Art Levinowitz

Term: December 2012 – November 2015

1. Bryn Athyn – Mr. Erik Odhner

2. Springfield – Mr. Elton Richardson

3. Upper Moreland – Mr. Duval Dougherty

Acknowledgement of Officers and Terms

1. Treasurer – Ms. Jackie Thurlow

One-Year Term: July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015

2. Secretary – Ms. Irene Dickinson

Four-Year Term: July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2018

3. Superintendent of Record - Dr. Marykay Feeley

Two-Year Term: July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2016

Action:

Election of Officers - President and Vice President

Mr. Robert Howard assumed the Chair as Temporary President of the Joint Committee for the purpose

of election of officers.

On behalf of the Nominating Committee, Mr. Robert Howard reported that the Nominating Committee

recommends and nominates the following slate of officers and terms:

Dr. Art Levinowitz, President - Term: December 11, 2014 – December 10, 2015

Mrs. Michele Tinsman, Vice President - Term: December 11, 2014 - December 10, 2015

After no further nominations were presented, Mr. Elton Richardson moved to close nominations.

Motion carried unanimously.

Ms. Carolyn Riley moved to elect Dr. Art Levinowitz as President and Mrs. Michele Tinsman as Vice

President for a one-year term from December 11, 2014 through December 10, 2015.


Dr. Art Levinowitz assumed the Chair.



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Adoption of Policies

Ms. Carolyn Riley moved to approve the operating policies as posted on EASTERN’s Internet site

(www.eastech.org, click on Board Policies) for the Joint Committee and Board of School Directors for

the year December 2014 through November 2015 as presented.


MINUTES

Mrs. Michele Tinsman moved approval of the Joint Committee minutes of the regular session meeting

November 12, 2014.


EXECUTIVE SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT

Dr. Art Levinowitz announced that an Executive Session was held before the public meeting to discuss

legal and personnel issues.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Informational:

Practical Nursing Graduation

Dr. Art Levinowitz and Dr. Marykay Feeley commented on the graduation exercises of the Practical

Nursing Class #123 held on November 20, 2014 at Abington Memorial Hospital.

Leadership SkillsUSA

Dr. Art Levinowitz reported on the results of the EASTERN delegation’s participation in the Annual

District 2 Career and Technical Student Organization’s Leadership Conference that took place on

November 19-21, 2014. A delegation of 34 SkillsUSA students and four advisors participated in the

Conference at the Pocono Manor Resort. Approximately 200 students from seven different career and

technical centers from Bucks, Delaware and Montgomery Counties attended the conference.

EASTERN students achieved fifty-four awards for first place, five awards for second place and eight

awards for third place. Thirty-eight of the first-place awards were in recognition of the coveted Spirit

Trophy which is awarded to the school that achieves the highest cumulative score for all activities they

participate in during the conference. Anita Gallagher, Commercial Art/Abington student and

SkillsUSA State Officer, was thanked for her work planning the conference and leading the opening

and closing ceremonies and breakout groups. Anthony Davis, a Collision Repair

Technology/Cheltenham student, was recognized for being selected as EASTERN’s Outstanding

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Student Representative. Anita and Anthony

received a monetary award for their efforts.



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FINANCIAL REPORT – For the Period Ending November 30, 2014

Informational:

The Joint Committee acknowledged receipt of the following:

Statement of Revenues and Expenditures as presented

Status of the Capital Reserves Fund Revenues for the period ended November 30, 2014

showing investments of $2,623,270.26 as presented

Status of the Capital Project Fund Revenues for the period ended November 30, 2014 showing

investments of $1,253,411.58 as presented.

Action:

Treasurer's Report *

Mr. Robert Howard moved acceptance of the Treasurer’s Report for the period ended November 30,

2014 showing a General Fund cash balance of $5,887,983.49 and total assets of $5,972,828.81 and the

current status of the Student Activity account.


Disbursements *

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of accounts payable checks #22819 through #22930 disbursed

during the period of 11/01/2014 through 11/30/2014 in the amount of $161,147.39.


Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of expense disbursement checks #208794 through #208803, credit

card refunds #CCR15004 through #CCR15005 and wire transfers #WT150076 through #WT150094

disbursed during the period of 11/01/2014 through 11/30/2014 in the amount of $266,067.58.


Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of payroll disbursement checks #39435 through #39591 disbursed

November 14 and November 26, 2014 in the amount of $215,043.11. Motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of capital projects disbursement checks #299 (#MCCP0299) disbursed during the period of 11/1/2014 through 11/30/2014 in the amount of $17,465.00. Motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of student activities disbursement checks #810970 through

#810977 disbursed during the period of 11/01/2014 through 11/30/2014 in the amount of $11,675.61. Motion carried unanimously.



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STUDENT RECOGNITION

Action:

Ms. Carolyn Riley moved to approve a resolution recognizing Mr. Jackson Kramer, a senior at

Jenkintown High School and in the Commercial Art program, as Outstanding Student of the Month for

December. Dr. Levinowitz presented Mr. Kramer with the Resolution, EASTERN shirt and the Rotary

plaque; and the Association’s gift card presented by Ms. Wendy Leyden, Educators' Association

President.


ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Feasibility Study:

Mr. Kevin Godshall from Godshall, Kane, O’Rourke Architects, Inc. presented an update on the

progress of the Cosmetology and Animal Sciences Renovation projects.

Informational:

Executive Advisory Committee Meeting *

The Executive Advisory Committee meeting minutes of November 19, 2014 were presented for your

information.

Administrative Advisory Committee Meeting *

The Administrative Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 2, 2014 were presented for

your information.

Activities Report

The November Activities Report of the students and staff was presented.

Action:

Occupational Advisory Committees

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of the appointment of the new members to the Occupational

Advisory Committees as recommended by the Executive Advisory Committee.


Expanded Learning Opportunity

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval for Cosmetology II students to attend the New York Beauty Show

in New York City on March 10, 2015. The transportation costs of $1,420 to be paid by EASTERN.

All other costs will be paid by the students.




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2015-2016 Program Offerings*

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of the program offerings described in the attached document for

the 2015-2016 school year.


Practical Nursing Program – Affiliation Agreement *

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of the attached one year agreement between Fact to Face

Germantown and Eastern Center for Arts and Technology to permit Practical Nursing program

students the opportunity and benefit of clinical experience effective December 1, 2014 through

November 30, 2015.


Practical Nursing Program – Affiliation Agreement *

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of the attached one year agreement between Abington Memorial

Hospital and Lansdale Hospital and Eastern Center for Arts and Technology to permit Practical

Nursing program students the opportunity and benefit of clinical experience effective January 1, 2015

through December 31, 2015.


POLICY

Action:

2015-2016 Preliminary School Calendar * Ms. Carolyn Riley moved approval of the preliminary school calendar for students, teachers and staff for the 2015-2016 school year as presented, which was reviewed and recommended by the Administrative Advisory Committee. Motion carried unanimously.

PERSONNEL AFFAIRS

Action:

Professional

Appointment – Welding Technology Long Term Substitute

Mr. Robert Howard moved the appointment of Meghan Reiff as Welding Technology Long Term

Substitute effective November 6, 2014 for the 2014-2015 school year at an annual salary of $47,844.




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Appointment – Student Success Coordinator

Mr. Robert Howard moved the appointment of Veronica Stanley as Student Success Coordinator

effective February 23, 2015 for the 2014-2015 school year at an annual salary of $85,508.


Termination – Part-Time Secretary to the Supervisor of CTE

Mr. Robert Howard moved the termination of Victoria Battles, Part-Time Secretary to the Supervisor

of CTE, effective December 10, 2014 due to violation of EASTERN’s policies and other improper

conduct.


Substitute Instructors

Mr. Robert Howard moved approval of Paula Erison and Kelly Horner as substitutes for the School

Nurse and Kelly Meissner as substitute for Collision Repair at the prevailing rates.


Authorization to Hire

Mr. Robert Howard moved the authorization to hire and take other personnel action as appropriate,

with the approval of the Board President and/or Superintendent of Record.


FACILITIES AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS

Informational:

Building Report*

The building report for November activities regarding the school plant and property was presented.

Action:

2015-2016 Budget

Ms. Carolyn Riley moved approval of the 2015-2016 budget as recommended by the Administrative

Advisory Committee and authorizes distribution to each of the Boards of School Directors for

consideration.


Disbursement Authorization

Ms. Carolyn Riley moved authorization to make disbursements, upon review and approval by the Joint

Committee President and/or Treasurer, for the month of December 2014 due to no January meeting of

the Joint Committee as per Board Policy.




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Authorization to Bid

Ms. Carolyn Riley moved authorization to bid for the Cosmetology and main hallway bathroom

renovations per plans submitted and produced by GKO Architects.


SOLICITOR’S REPORT

Kenneth Roos, Esq. stated there are several changes to the Child Protective Services Law pertinent to

child abuse and other clearances for volunteers will take effect 2015. All adults applying for unpaid

positions who will have direct contact with children will also be required to obtain clearances though

may be able to volunteer on a provisional basis in certain circumstances. So he will be reviewing

EASTERN’s policy and procedures to make certain that employee volunteers compliance with

clearance requirements are met.

NEXT MEETING

The next meeting of the Joint Committee is Wednesday, February 11, 2015.

ADJOURNMENT

Mrs. Michele Tinsman moved to adjourn the December 10, 2014 meeting of the Joint Committee at

9:18 p.m.


______________________________ ____________________________

Dr. Art Levinowitz Ms. Irene Dickinson

Joint Committee President Joint Committee Secretary

Recording Secretary: Linda McAlpine



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AGENDA SESSION MINUTES

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2014

1. ELECTION OF OFFICERS

The Nomination Committee discussed the process and recommendations of the

Nomination Committee.

2. 2015-2016 PROGRAM OFFERINGS

Mr. Allen discussed the programs recommended for the 2015-2016 school year.

3. CAREER EXPO PRESENTATION DATES *

Mr. Allen discussed the attached Career Expo schedule for the 2014-2015 school year.

4. 2015-2016 BUDGET *

Mr. Allen reviewed the budget approval process.

5. 2015-2016 PROPOSED SCHOOL CALENDAR *

Mr. Allen discussed the school calendar recommendations for the 2015-2016 school year.

6. NEW POLICY *

Mr. Roos presented a new policy for consideration by the JOC for Allergies. The

committee made recommendations for changes. Mr. Roos will provide an updated policy

for consideration in February.

7. ABINGTON HOSPITAL AFFILIATION AGREEMENTS – PRACTICAL NURSING *

Mr. Allen presented, for inclusion in the agenda, affiliation agreements for Practical

Nursing.



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A. STATEMENT OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES

For the period ended November 30, 2014

GENERAL FUND APPROVED

BUDGET

ACTIVITY

THIS

MONTH

ACTIVITY

TO DATE

BUDGET

BALANCE ENCUMBER BALANCE

TOTAL REVENUE ALL DIVISIONS 10,095,778 265,412 4,043,193 6,052,585 0 6,052,585

TOTAL FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED 500,000 0 0 500,000 0 500,000

TOTAL REVENUE/FUNDS APPROPRIATED 10,595,778 265,412 4,043,193 6,552,585 0 6,552,585

TOTAL EXPENDITURES ALL DIVISIONS 10,595,778 619,272 3,612,611 6,983,167 3,765,589 3,217,577

SECONDARY EDUCATION DIVISION APPROVED

BUDGET

ACTIVITY

CURRENT

ACTIVITY

TO DATE

BUDGET


EARNINGS ON INVESTMENTS 14,000 1,241 6,020 7,980 7,980

REVENUE FROM STUDENT ACTIVITIES 76,710 838 46,791 29,919 29,919

REVENUE FROM LOCAL SOURCES 25,400 43 10,517 14,883 14,883

REVENUE FROM TUITION/PATRONS 6,417,953 122,697 3,201,476 3,216,477 3,216,477

REVENUE FROM STATE SOURCES 736,322 9,511 146,910 589,412 589,412

REVENUE FROM FEDERAL SOURCES 548,118 21,090 105,452 442,666 442,666

TOTAL REVENUE 7,818,503 155,420 3,517,165 4,301,338 0 4,301,338

FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED 500,000 500,000 500,000

ACADEMIC SUPPORT 285,995 20,642 83,727 202,268 186,121 16,147

SECONDARY INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS 3,398,004 211,300 928,249 2,469,755 1,562,414 907,341

SUMMER PROGRAMS 58,462 0 50,979 7,483 0 7,483

PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES 545,129 46,476 214,763 330,366 288,367 41,999

INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT 64,700 0 39,236 25,464 29,367 (3,903)

STAFF DEVELOPMENT 79,209 486 4,545 74,664 15,850 58,814

JOINT COMMITTEE SERVICES 72,397 10,353 61,569 10,828 24,045 (13,218)

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR 458,790 33,015 185,074 273,716 246,553 27,164

OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR 429,591 25,829 143,663 285,928 172,804 113,123

SUPPORT SERVICES-BUSINESS OFFICE 510,027 35,305 198,511 311,516 251,665 59,850

SUPPORT SERVICES-SUPPORT SERVICES 70,200 2,660 22,260 47,940 23,811 24,129

SUPPORT SERVICES-PHYSICAL PLANT 1,214,602 29,598 741,359 473,243 265,040 208,202

PLANNING, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT 98,167 6,064 32,746 65,421 50,048 15,373

SCHOOLWIDE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES 583,780 33,297 174,219 409,561 218,959 190,602

PUBLIC RELATIONS 214,950 16,993 90,250 124,700 72,997 51,703

STUDENT ACTIVITIES 29,100 0 1,619 27,481 1,920 25,561

FACILITIES,CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENTS 105,400 0 1,010 104,390 4,300 100,090

OTHER EXPENDITURES/FINANCING USES 0 0 0 0 0 0

BUDGETARY RESERVE 100,000 0 0 100,000 0 100,000

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 8,318,503 472,018 2,973,781 5,344,722 3,414,262 1,930,460

CONTINUING EDUCATION DIVISION APPROVED

BUDGET

ACTIVITY

CURRENT

ACTIVITY

TO DATE

BUDGET


REVENUE FROM STUDENT ACTIVITIES 15,000 0 5,090 9,910 9,910

REVENUE FROM INTERMEDIARY SOURCES 0 0 0 0 0

REVENUE FROM TUITION/PATRONS 137,940 2,323 58,095 79,845 79,845

REVENUE FROM STATE SOURCES 24,990 124 619 24,371 24,371

REVENUE FROM FEDERAL SOURCES 0 0 0 0 0

TOTAL REVENUE 177,930 2,447 63,804 114,126 114,126

FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED 0 0

INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS 91,841 6,504 25,546 66,295 1,439 64,856

ADMINISTRATIVE 86,089 6,759 29,549 56,540 218 56,322

PUBLIC RELATIONS 0 0 0 0 0 0

PASS THROUGH GRANT RECEIPTS 0 0 0 0 0 0

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 177,930 13,263 55,095 122,835 1,657 121,178



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PRACTICAL NURSING DIVISION APPROVED

BUDGET

ACTIVITY

CURRENT

ACTIVITY

TO DATE

BUDGET


REVENUE FROM LOCAL SOURCES 29,100 1,340 10,254 18,846 18,846

REVENUE FROM TUITION/GRANT SOURCES 429,308 (20,727) 48,717 380,591 380,591

REVENUE FROM STATE SOURCES 332,064 2,717 44,960 287,104 287,104

REVENUE FROM FEDERAL SOURCES 1,308,873 124,215 358,294 950,579 950,579

TOTAL REVENUE 2,099,345 107,545 462,225 1,637,120 0 1,637,120

FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED

INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS 962,665 83,579 307,000 655,665 3,299 652,366

SUPPORT SERVICES-PUPIL HEALTH 32,653 2,300 13,071 19,582 17,346 2,236

PASS THROUGH FED'L/PRIVATE RECEIPTS 490,000 490,000 490,000

SUPPORT SERVICES-PHYSICAL PLANT 25,420 34 25,246 174 174 0

ADMISSIONS/RECRUITMENT 43,985 2,131 15,742 28,243 0 28,243

ADMINISTRATIVE 538,622 45,947 222,677 315,945 328,851 (12,906)

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS 0 0 0

FEDERAL PERKINS GRANT 0 0 0

BUDGETARY RESERVE 6,000 0 0 6,000 0 6,000

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,099,345 133,991 583,736 1,515,609 349,670 1,165,939

STUDENT ACTIVITY FUNDS BEGINNING

BALANCES

CURRENT

REVENUE

TO DATE

REVENUE

CURRENT

EXPENSES

TO DATE

EXPENSES

CLOSING

BALANCES

SKILLS USA 20,349 1,846 24,284 11,396 23,148 21,485

TOTAL FUND EQUITIES 20,349 1,846 24,284 11,396 23,148 21,485



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B. CAPITAL RESERVE FUND (#30)

Beginning Balance:

Cash-TD Bank $ 867,315.21

Cash-PLGIT $ 16,150.49

CD Investments-PLGIT $ 1,736,000.00

Interest Receivable-PLGIT $ 2,925.93

Total at 10/31/2014 $ 2,622,391.63

November 2014 Activity:

Interest Earned-TD Bank $ 71.29

Interest Earned-Cash-PLGIT $ 00.15

CD Interest Receivable-PLGIT $ 807.19

Total $ 878.63

Ending Balance:

Cash-TD Bank $ 867,386.50

Cash-PLGIT $ 16,150.64

CD Investments-PLGIT $ 1,736,000.00

Interest Receivable-PLGIT $ 3,733.12

Total at 11/30/2014 $ 2,623,270.26

C. CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND (#31)

PLGIT Investments at 10/31/2014 $ 1,270,864.86

LESS: Check #299 (MCCP0299) $ 17,465.00

ADD: Interest-November 2014 $ 11.72

PLGIT Investments at 11/30/2014 $ 1,253,411.58



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D. TREASURER’S REPORT

GENERAL FUND

ASSETS LIABILITIES & FUND EQUITIES

CASH ACCOUNT-TD BANK 3,136,266.16 INTERFUND PAYABLES 0.00

PETTY CASH ACCOUNT 200.00 INTERGOVERNMENT PAYABLE 0.00

CASH ACCOUNT-PLGIT 259,622.96 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 224.40

TOTAL CASH 3,396,089.12 ACCRUED PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS 388,161.80

DEFERRED INFLOWS 419,922.39

INVESTMENTS-TD BANK - TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITES 808,308.59

CD INVESTMENTS-PLGIT 1,984,000.00

CD INTEREST RECEIVABLE-PLGIT 7,403.85 YEAR-TO-DATE REVENUE 4,043,193.47

TERM INVESTMENT-PLGIT 500,301.37 YEAR-TO-DATE EXPENDITURES (3,612,611.37)

TERM INTEREST RECEIVABLE-PLGIT 189.15 NET REVENUE LESS EXPENDITURES 430,582.10

TOTAL INVESTMENTS 2,491,894.37

TOTAL CASH AND INVESTMENTS 5,887,983.49

FUND BALANCE:

NONSPENDABLE FUND BALANCE 41,129.30

INTERFUND RECEIVABLE - COMMITTED-SELF FUNDED MEDICAL 350,000.00

INTERGOVERNMENT RECEIVABLE - COMMITTED-PSERS RATE STABILIZATION 250,000.00

PN STUDENT RECEIVABLES 68,380.00 ASSIGNED-CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS 710,000.00

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE-OTHER 3,141.86 ASSIGNED-POST SECONDARY-PN 1,145,291.16

TOTAL ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE 71,521.86 ASSIGNED-POST SECONDARY-CE 43,809.54

ASSIGNED-BUDGETARY FUND BALANCE 500,000.00

INVENTORIES 3,045.22 UNASSIGNED 1,693,708.12

TOTAL FUND BALANCE 4,733,938.12

PREPAID EXPENSES 278.24

DEPOSITS 10,000.00

TOTAL ASSETS 5,972,828.81 TOTAL LIABILITES & FUND EQUITIES 5,972,828.81

STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND

ASSETS LIABILITIES & FUND EQUITIES

CASH ACCOUNT 21,485.17 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE-INTERFUND 0.00

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE-INTERGOVT 0.00

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 0.00

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE-INTERFUND 0.00 YEAR-TO-DATE REVENUE 24,284.24

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE-OTHER 0.00 YEAR-TO-DATE EXPENDITURES (23,147.89)

BEGINNING FUNDS BALANCES 20,348.82

TOTAL ASSETS 21,485.17 TOTAL LIABILITES & FUND EQUITIES 21,485.17



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E. DISBURSEMENTS Check

Number Date Vendor Name Department Description Amount

22819 11/10/2014 AIRGAS USA, LLC SECONDARY GENERAL SUPPLIES $23.72

22820 11/10/2014 AMY SHIELDS PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES TRAVEL $23.18

22821 11/10/2014 CAPP USA MAINTENANCE SERVICES MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES $167.16

22822 11/10/2014 COMPUTERPLUS SALES & SERVICES, INC.

COMMERCIAL ART REPAIR & MAINT - TECHNOLO

$110.00

22823 11/10/2014 DAWN FOOD PRODUCTS, INC. CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $911.73

22824 11/10/2014 BLICK ART MATERIALS COMMERCIAL ART GENERAL SUPPLIES $66.88

22825 11/10/2014 CALLOWAY HOUSE ADM ASST/OFFICE MGMT GENERAL SUPPLIES $63.92

22826 11/10/2014 EDUCATIONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS INC

PN ADMINISTRATIVE COMMUNICATIONS $91.63

22827 11/10/2014 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION DUPLICATING SERVICES COMMUNICATIONS $47.09

22828 11/10/2014 FERNE ANDRE ACADEMIC SUPPORT TRAVEL $35.06

22829 11/10/2014 FITZGERALD'S TIRE SERVICE, INC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REPAIR & MAINT- VEHICLES $46.47

22830 11/10/2014 GEPPERT LUMBER COMPANY INC AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING GENERAL SUPPLIES $1,233.54

22831 11/10/2014 GRAINGER, W.W. INCORPORATED MAINTENANCE SERVICES MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES $260.82

22832 11/10/2014 HENDERSON CUSTOM PAINTING MAINTENANCE SERVICES REPAIR & MAINT OF BLDG $1,568.00

22833 11/10/2014 HOBART MAINTENANCE SERVICES REPAIR & MAINT.OF EQUIP. $1,258.34

22834 11/10/2014 RICOH USA, INC. DUPLICATING SERVICES PURCH SVCS-OTHER $1,769.00

22835 11/10/2014 J & J STAFFING RESOURCES CE ADMINISTRATIVE PURCH SVCS-OTHER $550.80

22836 11/10/2014 JONI SETH TECHNOLOGY SVC SCHOOLWIDE

TRAVEL $22.02

22837 11/10/2014 JOHN MCDONALD STAFF DEVELOPMENT TRAVEL $51.34

22838 11/10/2014 MONTGOMERY COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT

TECHNOLOGY SVC SCHOOLWIDE

TRANSPORT/COMMUNICATION

$4,136.38

22839 11/10/2014 NAT'L CENTER FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER

STRGC PLAN/MIDDLE STATES PROF ED SVS-TRAINING $6,000.00

22840 11/10/2014 OFFICE BASICS INC GENERAL FUND GENERAL SUPPLIES $721.58

22841 11/10/2014 PACTA OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR DUES AND FEES $180.00

22842 11/10/2014 PCA INDUSTRIAL & PAPER SUPPLIES

MAINTENANCE SERVICES CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $917.70

22843 11/10/2014 PECO ENERGY MAINTENANCE SERVICES ELECTRICITY $2,022.62

22844 11/10/2014 T.S. ALLEN GENERAL FUND GENERAL SUPPLIES $199.74

22845 11/10/2014 SAUERS TREE & LANDSCAPE SERVICE INC

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE LAWN CARE SERVICES $2,547.50

22846 11/10/2014 SCULLY WELDING SUPPLY CORPORATION

SECONDARY GENERAL SUPPLIES $131.37

22847 11/10/2014 SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP COMMERCIAL ART ADDTL,TECHNOLOGY, NONCAP

$126.55

22848 11/10/2014 PROFORMA SJM AGENCY, INC. PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES PRINTING AND BINDING $2,885.30

22849 11/10/2014 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, INC ALLIED HEALTH CONTRACTED CARRIERS $1,937.50

22850 11/10/2014 UNIFIRST CORPORATION MAINTENANCE SERVICES CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $175.06

22851 11/10/2014 UMHJSA MAINTENANCE SERVICES WATER SEWAGE SERVICES $984.91

22852 11/10/2014 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF PA INC. MAINTENANCE SERVICES DISPOSAL SERVICES $777.87

22853 11/10/2014 WEX BANK VEHICLE MAINTENANCE GAS & OIL - VEHICLES $124.94

22854 11/21/2014 A TO Z RENTAL CENTER CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $494.45

22855 11/21/2014 ABINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PN INSTRUCTIONAL FULLTIME GENERAL SUPPLIES $150.00

22856 11/21/2014 PN STUDENTS 2014-2015 GENERAL FUND PN TUITION REFUNDS $686.00

22857 11/21/2014 AMAZON.COM, INC. GENERAL FUND GENERAL SUPPLIES $341.20

22858 11/21/2014 AMY MEDNICK STAFF DEVELOPMENT TRAVEL $14.85

22859 11/21/2014 PN STUDENTS 2014-2015 GENERAL FUND PN TUITION REFUNDS $3,267.00



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Check Number

Date Vendor Name Department Description Amount

22860 11/21/2014 ASHLEY FOODS, INC. CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $2,841.59

22861 11/21/2014 VERIZON MAINTENANCE SERVICES COMMUNICATIONS $171.68

22862 11/21/2014 BURMAX COMPANY, INC. COSMETOLOGY GENERAL SUPPLIES $523.45

22863 11/21/2014 CLASSLINK, INC. POST SECONDARY PROGRAMS SOFTWARE, ADMINISTRATIVE

$6,755.00




22867 11/21/2014 DRESLIN AND CO, INC LEGAL/ACCOUNTING SERVICES

PURCH SVCS-AUDIT $8,950.00

22868 11/21/2014 J.C. EHRLICH CO., INC. MAINTENANCE SERVICES EXTERMINATION SERVICES $448.46

22869 11/21/2014 ERIN DERBY ADM ASST/OFFICE MGMT GENERAL SUPPLIES $34.99


22871 11/21/2014 FLUKE ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY REPAIR & MAINT.OF EQUIP. $448.00

22872 11/21/2014 GEPPERT LUMBER COMPANY INC CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY GENERAL SUPPLIES $3,544.33

22873 11/21/2014 GRAINGER, W.W. INCORPORATED MAINTENANCE SERVICES GENERAL SUPPLIES $1,431.42

22874 11/21/2014 DIRECT ENERGY BUSINESS MAINTENANCE SERVICES HEATING FUEL $2,005.37

22875 11/21/2014 HOBART MAINTENANCE SERVICES REPAIR & MAINT.OF EQUIP. $1,033.10

22876 11/21/2014 ITS NEOPOST, INC. - HASLER OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL SUPPLIES $227.99

22877 11/21/2014 J & J STAFFING RESOURCES CE ADMINISTRATIVE PURCH SVCS-OTHER $986.85

22878 11/21/2014 J. AMBROGI FOOD DISTRIBUTION, INC.

CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $519.85

22879 11/21/2014 JOSTENS DIPLOMA DIVISION PN INSTRUCTIONAL PARTTIME

GENERAL SUPPLIES $216.05



22882 11/21/2014 KREMP FLORIST JOINT COMMITTEE SERVICES GENERAL SUPPLIES $349.99

22883 11/21/2014 ABSOLUTE SOFTWARE INC. TECHNOLOGY SVC SCHOOLWIDE

SOFTWARE, ADMINISTRATIVE

$2,093.00


22885 11/21/2014 JOHN MCDONALD SECONDARY TRAVEL $15.12

22886 11/21/2014 MONTGOMERY COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT

PERKINS,GUIDANCE SERVICES PURCH SVCS-OTHER $13,000.00

22887 11/21/2014 NATIONAL LEAGUE FOR NURSING PN ADMINISTRATIVE DUES AND FEES $1,390.00

22888 11/21/2014 NORA M. DOWNEY PN ADMINISTRATIVE PURCH SVCS-PROFESSIONAL $225.00

22889 11/21/2014 NUTRITION ACTION HEALTH LETTER

PN ADMINISTRATIVE SUBSCRIPTIONS $28.00

22890 11/21/2014 OFFICE BASICS INC COMMERCIAL ART GENERAL SUPPLIES $3,021.22

22891 11/21/2014 OFFICE DEPOT, INC ADM ASST/OFFICE MGMT GENERAL SUPPLIES $100.86

22892 11/21/2014 OPI PRODUCTS INC COSMETOLOGY GENERAL SUPPLIES $3,324.07

22893 11/21/2014 PCA INDUSTRIAL & PAPER SUPPLIES

MAINTENANCE SERVICES CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $398.80

22894 11/21/2014 PECO ENERGY MAINTENANCE SERVICES HEATING FUEL $1,271.09

22895 11/21/2014 PHILIP ROSENAU CO., INC MAINTENANCE SERVICES CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $60.41

22896 11/21/2014 PTM DOCUMENT SYSTEMS BUSINESS SERVICES GENERAL SUPPLIES $108.35

22897 11/21/2014 R W MALLON, INC. COLLISION REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES $1,090.25

22898 11/21/2014 RICOH USA, INC. DUPLICATING SERVICES PURCH SVCS-OTHER $481.00

22899 11/21/2014 ROBERT C. COHN, MD. BUSINESS SERVICES PURCH SVCS-PROFESSIONAL $500.00

22900 11/21/2014 SCULLY WELDING SUPPLY CORPORATION

GENERAL FUND GASES $528.79



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Check Number


22901 11/21/2014 SHAPIRO FIRE PROTECTION COMPANY,INC

MAINTENANCE SERVICES REPAIR & MAINT - FIRE EQUIP

$582.70


22903 11/21/2014 SINGER EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $841.51


22905 11/21/2014 SUSSMAN ORGANIZATION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES $66.07

22906 11/21/2014 CENGAGE LEARNING ADM ASST/OFFICE MGMT BOOKS AND PERIODICALS $1,147.58

22907 11/21/2014 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, INC SECONDARY CONTRACTED CARRIERS $855.00

22908 11/21/2014 UNIFIRST CORPORATION MAINTENANCE SERVICES CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $188.40

22909 11/21/2014 VALLEY POWER INCORPORATED MAINTENANCE SERVICES MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES $420.00

22910 11/21/2014 VERIZON MAINTENANCE SERVICES COMMUNICATIONS $29.68

22911 11/21/2014 WOLTERS KLUWER HEALTH PN ADMINISTRATIVE SUBSCRIPTIONS $629.00

22912 11/25/2014 AIRGAS USA, LLC SECONDARY GENERAL SUPPLIES $57.80

22913 11/25/2014 AMERICAN AIR DISTRIBUTING, INC.

AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING GENERAL SUPPLIES $58.88

22914 11/25/2014 ASHLEY FOODS, INC. CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $489.52


22916 11/25/2014 CLIENT LINK, INC PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES COMMUNICATIONS $1,580.00

22917 11/25/2014 DIRECT ENERGY BUSINESS, LLC MAINTENANCE SERVICES ELECTRICITY $8,614.57

22918 11/25/2014 DVASBO BUSINESS SERVICES DUES AND FEES $108.00

22919 11/25/2014 EILEEN COLLINS PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES TRAVEL $195.84

22920 11/25/2014 GARY FELMEY PERKINS-STAFF DEVELOPMENT

TRAVEL $231.60

22921 11/25/2014 GRAINGER, W.W. INCORPORATED MAINTENANCE SERVICES MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES $740.80

22922 11/25/2014 J. AMBROGI FOOD DISTRIBUTION, INC.

CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $319.80

22923 11/25/2014 JOSEPH GREB PERKINS-STAFF DEVELOPMENT

TRAVEL $188.16

22924 11/25/2014 OFFICE BASICS INC MAINTENANCE SERVICES GENERAL SUPPLIES $11.12

22925 11/25/2014 APA/AQUA PENNSYLVANIA, INC. MAINTENANCE SERVICES WATER SEWAGE SERVICES $986.52

22926 11/25/2014 RITTENHOUSE BOOK DISTRIBUTER INC

PN INSTRUCTIONAL PARTTIME

BOOKS AND PERIODICALS $12,177.12

22927 11/25/2014 SAM'S CLUB DIRECT CULINARY ARTS GENERAL SUPPLIES $2,201.86

22928 11/25/2014 THE PERSONAL TOUCH PN INSTRUCTIONAL PARTTIME

GENERAL SUPPLIES $904.75

22929 11/25/2014 WM LAMPTRACKER INC MAINTENANCE SERVICES MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES $99.95

22930 11/25/2014 YOUNG'S INCORPORATED MAINTENANCE SERVICES MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES $121.86

General Fund Accounts Payable Total $161,147.39

208794 11/14/2014 AXA EQUITABLE GENERAL FUND TSA WH PAYABLE $1,533.31

208795 11/14/2014 GBA PREMIUM ACCOUNT GENERAL FUND DENTAL INSURANCE $3,099.17

208796 11/14/2014 PHEAA GENERAL FUND WAGE ATTACHMENT $140.42

208797 11/14/2014 PSBA INC INSURANCE TRUST GENERAL FUND LIFE / AD & D INSURANCE $2,641.58

208798 11/14/2014 TSA CONSULTING GROUP INC. GENERAL FUND TSA WH PAYABLE $4,495.34

208799 11/26/2014 AMERICAN HERITAGE LIFE INSURANCE CO

GENERAL FUND ALLSTATE $264.24

208800 11/26/2014 AXA EQUITABLE GENERAL FUND TSA WH PAYABLE $1,533.31

208801 11/26/2014 CITY OF PHILADELPHIA - WAGE TAX

GENERAL FUND WAGE TAX WH PAYABLE $300.09

208802 11/26/2014 PHEAA GENERAL FUND WAGE ATTACHMENT $140.42

208803 11/26/2014 TSA CONSULTING GROUP INC. GENERAL FUND TSA WH PAYABLE $4,575.34

CCR15004 11/24/2014 CE REFUNDS 2014-2015 GENERAL FUND ADULT ED SEMINAR $100.00



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Check Number


CCR15005 11/30/2014 PN STUDENTS 2014-2015 GENERAL FUND PN TUITION REFUNDS $1,875.00

WT150076 11/3/2014 SOUTHEASTERN PA SCHOOLS TRUST -MCIU

GENERAL FUND MEDICAL/RX INSURANCE $50,736.31

WT150077 11/3/2014 SOUTHEASTERN PA SCHOOLS TRUST -MCIU

GENERAL FUND MEDICAL/RX INSURANCE $19,922.91

WT150078 11/3/2014 TD BANK GENERAL FUND DUES AND FEES $289.85

WT150079 11/3/2014 COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA

GENERAL FUND PSERS WH PAYABLE $31,891.51


GENERAL FUND PSERS WH PAYABLE $698.01

WT150081 11/3/2014 IRS- 941 PAYMENT GENERAL FUND FEDERAL WH PAYABLE $35,011.36

WT150082 11/4/2014 EASTERN PROCUREMENT SYSTEM GENERAL FUND CONFERENCE EXPENSES $2,633.58

WT150083 11/4/2014 CBIZ PAYROLL GENERAL FUND FLEX SPENDING $800.88


GENERAL FUND STATE WH PAYABLE $3,901.64

WT150085 11/5/2014 EMCO EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION GENERAL FUND UNION DUES WH PAYABLE $971.95

WT150086 11/5/2014 EASTERN EDUCATION FOUNDATION

GENERAL FUND DONATION TO FOUNDATION $107.00

WT150087 11/10/2014 STATE OF NEW JERSEY - GIT GENERAL FUND STATE WH PAYABLE $480.57


WT150089 11/18/2014 CBIZ PAYROLL GENERAL FUND FLEX SPENDING $800.88


GENERAL FUND STATE WH PAYABLE $3,905.70

WT150091 11/19/2014 EMCO EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION GENERAL FUND UNION DUES WH PAYABLE $915.23

WT150092 11/19/2014 EASTERN EDUCATION FOUNDATION

GENERAL FUND DONATION TO FOUNDATION $206.00

WT150093 11/25/2014 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GENERAL FUND FEDL LOAN RECEIPTS RETURN

$4,700.00


General Fund Expense Disbursement Total $266,067.58

MCCP0299 11/12/2014 GKO ARCHITECTS, LLC COSMETOLOGY-CAP PROJ PURCH SVCS-PROFESSIONAL $17,465.00

Capital Projects Fund Expense Disbursement Total $17,465.00

810970 11/4/2014 VOID VOID VOID $0.00

810971 11/10/2014 COUNTRY MEATS STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND CANDY FUNDRAISER SUPPLIES

$1,246.00

810972 11/21/2014 CHERRYDALE FARMS STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND FALL FUNDRAISER $4,483.20

810973 11/21/2014 SKILLSUSA PATRON STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND FALL FUNDRAISER REFUND $16.00

810974 11/21/2014 SKILLSUSA PATRON STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND LEADERSHIP REFUND $100.00

810975 11/21/2014 NICOLE L MOHREY STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND MISC -SKILLSUSA $8.46

810976 11/25/2014 SAM'S CLUB DIRECT STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND CANDY FUNDRAISER SUPPLIES

$1,377.19

810977 11/25/2014 SKILLSUSA INC. STUDENT ACTIVITIES FUND MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS $4,444.76

Student Activity Fund Total $11,675.61



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RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION

WHEREAS, the Joint Operating Committee is committed to recognizing student achievement,

scholarship, citizenship, leadership and skill mastery; and

WHEREAS, the Joint Operating Committee has requested the Faculty identify one student

each month who exemplifies these traits; and

WHEREAS, Jackson Kramer is a student in the Commercial Art program and a senior at

Jenkintown High School; and

WHEREAS, Jackson Kramer has been recommended by his teacher, Mrs. Nicole Mohrey, as

having demonstrated superior accomplishment and performance in the Commercial Art program; now

therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, the Joint Operating Committee takes pride in accepting the

recommendation of the Faculty and officially designates Jackson Kramer as Student of the Month for

December in honor of his accomplishments and exemplary performance.

IN WITNESS THEREOF, I herewith certify that I am the President of the Joint Operating

Committee of the Eastern Center for Arts and Technology, and that the foregoing Resolution was

adopted by unanimous vote by the members of the Joint Operating Committee at a duly called meeting

held on Wednesday evening, December 10, 2014.

JOINT OPERATING COMMITTEE

EASTERN CENTER FOR

ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

_____________________________

Dr. Art Levinowitz

Joint Committee President



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DECEMBER 2014

STUDENT OF THE MONTH

JACKSON KRAMER – COMMERCIAL ART

This award is sponsored each month by EASTERN’s faculty, Joint Committee and the Willow

Grove Rotary Club to highlight student excellence, success and service. This month Jackson

Kramer was selected. He is a senior at Jenkintown High School and is in his second year of

EASTERN’s Commercial Art program. Here are some of the reasons he was selected Student of

the Month:

Jackson currently maintains an A average in his Commercial Art program at

EASTERN, while participating in a dual enrollment program at Montgomery County

Community College through Jenkintown High School.

In April 2014, he attended the SkillsUSA State Competition as a State Officer Delegate

and Campaign Manager.

He was also part of the team that won second place at the SkillsUSA District

Competition for Opening and Closing Ceremonies in December 2013.

Jackson volunteered his time this past summer to student teach the Computer Art and

Digital Photography class for EASTERN’s Summer Fun program for middle school

students.

Outside of school, Jackson is a Counselor at the Abington Club’s Kids Club in

Jenkintown.

“Jackson’s positive attitude and strong work ethic will take him far in the photography

field,” said Nicole Mohrey, EASTERN’s Commercial Art instructor. “He is very

creative and has outstanding communication skills.”

After graduation from Jenkintown High School and EASTERN, Jackson plans to

further his education in photography.

Ultimately, Jackson would like to work as a magazine photo journalist.



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ADMINISTRATIVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (AAC)

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2014

MINUTES

The following were in attendance:

Dr. Amy Sichel Abington

Cheltenham

Dr. Curtis Griffin Hatboro-Horsham

Dr. Timothy Wade Jenkintown

Dr. Marykay Feeley Lower Moreland

Dr. Nancy Hacker Springfield

Dr. Deborah Wheeler Upper Dublin

Dr. Robert Milrod Upper Moreland

Mr. Thomas Allen EASTERN

1. JOINT COMMITTEE REPRESENTATION

The Superintendents of the following School Districts were reminded to appoint a member of

its Board of School Directors to serve as a representative to the Joint Committee for the term as

indicated below. After the reorganization meeting, please notify Mr. Allen with the name and

pertinent information of the appointed representative.

Three-Year Term Rotation:

Abington – Three-year term – December 2014 through November 2017

Cheltenham – Three-year term – December 2014 through November 2017

Jenkintown – Three-year term – December 2014 through November 2017

2. 2015-2016 BUDGET *

The Superintendents received a budget approval timeline for adoption of EASTERN’s 2015-

2016 budget.

3. PROGRAM OFFERINGS – 2015-2016 *

The Superintendents reviewed the Program Offerings recommendation from the Executive

Advisory Committee and approved them to be forwarded to the Joint Operating Committee for

adoption. It was noted that some districts are experiencing higher levels of financial need than

in the past and that may impact student participation in programs in which there are high fees.

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4. TRANSITION SURVEY

Transition Surveys are still trickling in from districts. Results will be discussed at the February

meeting.

5. CAREER EXPO *

A schedule and plans for this year’s 10th grade Career Expo was provided.

6. CURRICULUM COORDINATORS *

Mr. Allen collected the names, emails and phone numbers of the Curriculum Coordinators for

each District. The list is being assembled to conduct a meeting, along with High School

Principals, on Keystone Exams and Math Study Island program at EASTERN.

7. 2013-2014 ANNUAL REPORT*

The Superintendents received copies of the 2013-2014 Annual Report for distribution to their

Board of School Directors and administration along with the summary of the Strategic Planning

Retreat.

6. IMPORTANT DATES

Next Meeting: January 27, 2015, 9:30 a.m.

Appreciation Brunch: March 1, 2015, 11:00 a.m.

Open House: March 1, 2015, 1:00 p.m.



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EXECUTIVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

5:30 pm – Seminar Room

MINUTES

A. Call to Order

Lt. Saurman called the meeting to order at 5:55 pm.

B. Members in Attendance

Mr. Gary Bissig - LABRepCo

Mr. John Di Benedetto - John J. Di Benedetto Associates, Architects Inc.

Mr. Byron Goldstein - Abington School District

Ms. Susan Hoffman - Technology Consultant

Mr. Hiliary Holloway - The Holloway Safety Group, Inc.

Ms. Chynna Huff - Student Representative

Dr. Andrew Ippolito - Montgomery County Community College

Dr. Roseann Nyiri - Springfield Township Rotary Club

Lt. Earl Saurman - Abington Police Department

Mr. Thomas Allen - Administrative Director, EASTERN

Mr. Joe Greb - Assistant Director, EASTERN

Members Not in Attendance

Mr. Joseph Daino, Jr. - Chartwells

Ms. Denise Lavery Frasca - Jeanes Hospital

Mr. Jeff Lustig - Midgard Properties

Ms. Meghan Patton - Abington Memorial Hospital

Ms. Michele Tinsman - Joint Operating Committee Representative

Dr. Karen Wiley Sandler - Penn State Abington

C. Approval of Minutes - Lt. Saurman

Mr. Di Benedetto made the motion to approve the minutes of May 21, 2014;

Mr. Holloway seconded; all in favor.

Introduction of Ms. Chynna Huff, Student Representative

The committee welcomed Ms. Chynna Huff, the 2014-2015 Student Representative

from the Protective Services program and Abington High School.

D. Subcommittee Reports

1. Partnership/Perception

Mr. Allen reported that student enrollment is down nine students but noted that we

closed a program with nine students this past year, so we are on par with last year.



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Brochures have been completed for HVAC, Computer Network Administration and

Office Management. Next to be worked on are Construction and Collision

Technology. We are also in the process of putting brochure holders in participating

schools.

We currently have a partnership with Abington Memorial Hospital whereby our

Allied Health students do clinical work in 16 different departments, and Office

Management students job shadow on the business side of the hospital. Office

Management students also intern in the offices of EASTERN as part of their

program. Mr. Goldstein suggested seeing about intern possibilities with Abington

Hospital for some of our other programs. Another relationship has been formed

with Aramark. They will hire a current EASTERN graduate as a maintenance

trainee in our building for one year and then will place them at one of their other

Aramark locations. They will then hire another current graduate. This year’s

student is a graduate from Electrical Technology and is doing very well.

A Membership

Lt. Saurman reviewed the minutes from the subcommittee meeting. He asked for a

motion for approval of the list of new Occupational Advisory Committees (OAC)

members and recommendation that they be forwarded to the Joint Operating

Committee for appointment. Dr. Nyiri made a motion; Ms. Hoffman seconded; all

in favor.

B Program Planning and Review

Mr. Allen reported on the renovations that will be done in Cosmetology during the

summer and the conversion of the horticulture building to an Animal Science

program.

Dr. Nyiri reported Collision Repair Technology had a very comprehensive meeting,

including a facility review done in conjunction with their NATEF mid-point review.

All was found to be in pretty good shape.

Mr. Allen reported Computer Network Administration has worked diligently to

update their curriculum in order to closely align with the curriculum sequence of

Montgomery County Community College’s curriculum. This includes discussion of

possibly replacing Novell curriculum with the second semester of the Cisco

curriculum, which will give the students all the coursework they need to take the

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) Certification exam.

Protective Services has completed their data review and their program review is on

schedule. The committee is going to review the relative documents and facility

layout.

No large expenditures are anticipated for the three programs under program review

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Commercial Art, Electrical Technology and Office Management are on schedule to

submit their self-evaluations this year.

Executive Advisory Committee program review representatives have been assigned

for next year – Dr. Ippolito will oversee Commercial Art; Ms. Lavery Frasca,

Electrical Technology; Mr. Holloway and Dr. Nyiri, Office Management.

Mr. Allen directed members to the Program Offerings document. All offerings are

the same for 2015-2016. Over the last five years, two programs have been closed

and one opened, and we anticipate the opening of Animal Science in September

2016. Staff turnover will be the biggest changes affecting programs next year. We

anticipate five retirements - one Student Success Coordinator and four teachers. A

motion to accept the Program Offerings 2015-2016 and recommend them to the

Joint Operating Committee was made by Mr. Holloway; seconded by Mr. Bissig; all

in favor.

E. Report from the Chair – OAC Chairpersons Meeting

Lt. Saurman reported that the OAC Chairpersons were updated on the new Office

Management program and anticipated Animal Science program. Enrollment in Office

Management is strong and we are currently working on instituting three dual enrollment

options with MCCC. Lt. Saurman suggested investigating a possible partnership with

Willow Grove Mall for job shadowing/internships for students. Partnerships with the

SPCA, 4H Club and Fox Chase Cancer Center were mentioned for the Animal Science

program.

The Chairs were informed of the PDE initiative involving Student Learning Objectives

(SLO). The process is used to write a prescription for improvement and is being enacted

by the instructors and overseen by administration.

The September 30 enrollment, including the increase in Office Management enrollment,

was shared with the Chairs.

The OAC Chairs were given information on the Foundation fundraiser being held in

lieu of the auction this year and donation forms were provided.

The Chairs were asked for input on what process is best for orientation of OAC new

members. This prompted discussion with the EAC members about their orientation.

The consensus from the OAC Chairs and EAC committee was some type of video

training. Bullet points and a list of EASTERN’s commonly used acronyms was also

suggested.

F. Administration Report – Strategic Planning October 2014

Mr. Allen reported on the Strategic Plan and directed the committee to the Retreat

Summary document. Based on the major themes of our Current Reality report, the

retreat team developed goals and initiatives which will become our strategic plan for



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2015-2021. The goals, Student Success, Student Recruitment, External Partnerships and

Operational Sustainability, and their corresponding initiatives were shared with the

committee. Over the next three months work will be done to bring it all together and

deliver a plan to the Joint Operating Committee at their April meeting.

Discussion and suggestions by the committee members regarding our Current Reality

report and Retreat Summary document included mentoring/peer networking programs

before and after students arrive, marketing of our programs to parents and guidance

counselors with clear career paths, identifying job titles connected to our programs,

spelling out the cost savings associated with coming to EASTERN, exposure and

experience by forming partnerships with companies and community groups,

investigating availability of funding with a possible partnership with MCCC to help

write grants, creating innovative, high-quality courses that draw the right students and

will be approved as honors courses at the participating schools, and continuing to

market students beginning in middle school.

Mr. Allen thanked all who participated in the strategic plan retreat. The group will be

brought together again in three years.

G. Unfinished Business

None

H. New Business

None

I. Meeting Dates

Wed., March 18, 2015, 5:30 pm

Wed., June 10, 2015, 5:30 pm

J. Significant Dates

Sun., March 1, 2015, 11:00 am-12:30 pm - Advisory Appreciation Brunch

Sun., March 1, 2015, 1:00-3:30 pm - Open House

Thurs., March 26, 2015, 5:00-8:00 pm – Foundation Fundraiser –

Mike’s York St. Bar & Grill, Warminster

Wed., May 27, 2015, Awards Night

K. Adjournment

A motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 pm was made by Mr. Holloway; seconded by

Dr. Ippolito; all in favor.



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ACTIVITIES REPORT

A. CURRICULUM

1. Advisory Committees

On November 10, 2014, the Computer Network Administration Occupational

Advisory Committee (OAC) held a program review work session.

B. STUDENT ACTIVITIES

1. Expanded Learning Opportunities

On November 14, 2014, the Allied Health and Computer Network

Administration (CNA) classes attended a Dual Enrollment Summit at

Montgomery County Community College (MCCC). CNA activities were

arranged by OAC member Marie Hartlein, who is also the Dual Enrollment mentor

for CIS programs. William Rosenbaum, Upper Moreland/EASTERN CNA

graduate and Director of IT Security for MCCC, presented “How to be a Ninja IT

Security Warrior. Jason Wertz, Assistant Professor of CIS at MCCC, demonstrated

Google Glass and allowed the students to try it. William Brownlowe, Assistant

Professor of Engineering, demonstrated a helicopter using robotics. Robert

Gehring, Upper Moreland/EASTERN CNA graduate and Manager of Nighttime

Help Desk, gave a presentation during the Lunch and Learn session. Rob discussed

his journey starting at EASTERN. The Allied Health students went to the Bio-

Technology Department and learned about careers in Bio-technology and saw some

lab experiments. They also went to the Nursing Skills Lab and had a demonstration

with “sym-baby” – a simulated infant who was programmed to have respiratory

distress. The appropriate medical treatments were provided as a demonstration. The

afternoon session consisted of a presentation and scavenger hunt hosted by the

Admissions Office. All students also received their MCCC Student ID cards.

On November 14, 2014, Ashley Hui, an EASTERN graduate from Commercial

Art/Upper Moreland High School gave a presentation on the new Industrial Design

Program at the University of the Arts. She showed her portfolio and samples of

work. She also shared her opinions on choosing your post-secondary school and the

interview process.

On November 17, 2014, a representative from the University of Northwestern Ohio

visited the Automotive Technology classes. Students were informed of the career

outlook for auto technicians, postsecondary education selection strategy and the

importance of enhanced skill sets in this economy.

On November 17-19, 2014, Protective Services students received training using the

Tactical Combat Care Course for Law Enforcement from the Second Alarmers

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On November 18, 2014, the Automotive Technology classes toured Automotive

Training Center in Warminster, PA and received a presentation on postsecondary

educational opportunities. They also toured Thompson Toyota and Thompson

BMW in Doylestown, PA, where students learned firsthand what dealerships require

from their technicians.

On November 19, 2014, a representative from Indiana University of PA Academy

of Culinary Arts demonstrated sweet and savory crepes, with hands-on participation,

and shared college admissions process information with the Culinary Arts classes.

On November 24, 2014, a representative from the Aviation Institute of Maintenance

was available to EASTERN students during the AM and PM sessions.

2. Career and Technical Student Organization

On November 19-21, 2014, a delegation of 34 SkillsUSA students and four advisors

participated in the Annual District 2 Career and Technical Student Organization’s

Leadership Conference at the Pocono Manor Resort. Approximately 200 students

from seven different career and technical centers from Bucks, Delaware and

Montgomery Counties attended the conference. EASTERN students achieved fifty-

four awards for first place, five awards for second place and eight awards for third

place. Thirty-eight of the first-place awards were in recognition of the coveted

Spirit Trophy which is awarded to the school that achieves the highest cumulative

score for all activities they participate in during the conference. Anita Gallagher,

Commercial Art/Abington student and SkillsUSA State Officer, was thanked for her

work planning the conference and leading the opening and closing ceremonies and

breakout groups. Anthony Davis, a Collision Repair Technology/Cheltenham

student, was recognized for being selected as EASTERN’s Outstanding Career and

Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Student Representative. Anita and

Anthony received a monetary award for their efforts.

3. Other

The Attendance Awards for November, 2014 were earned by the Protective Services

AM class with a 99.40% attendance rate and the Computer Network Administration

PM class with a 96.86% attendance rate.

C. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

1. In-Service

In-service activities took place November 4. 2014. Some of the topics covered were

SkillsUSA, Emergency Use Boxes, All Hazards Plan, Smart Board Survey and

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2. Conferences

On November 5-7, 2014, Joe Greb, Gary Felmey and Nicole Mohrey attended a

Conference on Integrated Learning: The School-to-Career Connection, at State

College, PA.

On November 19-21, 2014, Joe Greb attended the Association for Career and

Technical Education (ACTE) CareerTech Vision Conference in Nashville, TN.

3. Other

On November 5, 2014, Cosmetology instructor Amy Mednick attended a meeting of

the Association of Vocational Teachers Educating in Cosmetology at North Montco

Technical Career Center in Lansdale, PA. She participated in a discussion about the

removal of the practical portion from the state board exam and attended a

demonstration of theatrical makeup and special effects.

EASTERN's Safety and Wellness Committee met on November 14, 2014.

On November 19, 2014, Eileen Collins attended a ClassMate users group meeting in

Chambersburg, PA.

On November 26, 2014, the Safety and Wellness Committee conducted annual

safety training for all employees. This year the training focused on bloodborne

pathogens.

On November 11, 2014, a Lower Moreland yearbook photographer photographed

Lower Moreland students in their EASTERN programs.

On November 17, 2014, a representative from Manor College was available to

EASTERN students during the AM and PM sessions.

On November 19, 2014, a Cheltenham yearbook photographer visited EASTERN to

photograph all Cheltenham/EASTERN students in their programs.

On November 19, 2014, Hatboro-Horsham High School Transition Coordinator

Rich Levin visited Hatboro-Horsham students in their EASTERN programs.

On November 24, 2014, Amy Shields provided a tour to a Phil-Mont Christian

Academy/Abington student and his parent. The student was interested in Protective

Services, so additional time was spent in that particular program

On November 24, 2014, Amy Shields provided a tour for two Cheltenham 9th grade

students and a parent. Both girls were interested in Cosmetology, so additional time

was spent in that particular program.

On November 25, 2014, a Calvary Christian Academy/Abington student shadowed

in Cosmetology during the AM session.



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D. LIAISON

On November 12, 2014, Ferne Andre conducted a Shared View of Purpose meeting

with Hatboro-Horsham High School.

On November 18, 2014, Ferne Andre conducted a Shared View of Purpose meeting

with Upper Moreland High School.

E. LIVE WORK

Live work consists of projects or services performed by students as part of their

instructional program that benefit EASTERN, participating schools or service

organizations. Materials are provided by the recipient of the live work. The following

live work was performed during November 2014:

Automotive Technology 16

Collision Repair Technology 8

Commercial Art 8

Culinary Arts 8

Electrical Technology 3

Office Management 1

Welding 4

Total 48

F. 2014-2015 PAID INTERNSHIPS

G. OTHER

On November 19, 2014, Cary Beavers from the Times Chronicle covered the Protective

Services Tactical Combat Care for Law Enforcement training conducted by the Second

Alarmers.

Program Teacher # of Students on

Internship

# of Visits

Welding Technology Mr. Devine/Ms. Reiff 2 5



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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 2015-2016 High School Program Offerings

Career Programs

7:45 - 10:30 a.m. OR 12:00 - 2:45 p.m.

Allied Health

Automotive Technology

Collision Repair Technology

Commercial Art

Computer Network Administration

Construction Technology

Cosmetology

Culinary Arts

Electrical Technology

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Office Management

Protective Services

Welding Technology



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Programs at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

EASTERN is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The campus is

located in Willow Grove and is owned by nine school districts in Eastern Montgomery County. They

include Abington, Bryn Athyn, Cheltenham, Hatboro-Horsham, Jenkintown, Lower Moreland,

Springfield, Upper Dublin and Upper Moreland.

More information about EASTERN is available at www.eastech.org.

Programs taken at EASTERN are considered part of the high school program and count as elective

credit toward graduation. Programs enrich the student’s high school experience. They give students the

opportunity to reinforce their career path after high school, get a head start in collegiate studies in that

field and get ready for employment. Most of the half-day programs offer advanced placement college

credit opportunities for students continuing their education after high school in similar majors. The

options include:

Career programs are scheduled 5 days a week for 2 hours 45 minutes from 7:45 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

or 12:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. in 13 career areas are primarily offered to 11th and 12th grade students.

They are recommended as a two-year sequence for students, except Allied Health, which is a senior-

only option. If space is available, one-year seniors are accepted into all programs.

-A work experience program is available to qualified second-year students incorporating on-

site job experiences with classroom learning.

-Many programs offer advanced placement/college credit options at colleges like DeVry

University, Johnson & Wales University, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Lincoln

Technical Institute, CHI, Harcum College, and Bucks and Montgomery County Community

Colleges.

EASTERN students may qualify for up to 9 free college credits through Perkins state-wide

articulation agreements. All state-wide articulation agreements can be found at

www.collegetransfer.net/Search/PABureauofCTESOARPrograms/tabid/3381/Default.aspx

Students/parents will be solely responsible for tuition and fees for MCCC dual enrollment.

Please note that there are course material fees for tools of the trade and required clothing related to

several programs. Families with a financial need should contact Amy Shields, 215-784-4806, or Joe

Greb at 215-784-4800 Ext. 110.

http://www.collegetransfer.net/Search/PABureauofCTESOARPrograms/tabid/3381/Default.aspx



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2015-2016

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Allied Health

Be sure a career in a health field is for you and earn college credit along with way — take Allied

Health!

This one-year senior-only program is designed for students with rigorous academic preparation

who plan to continue their education in college to prepare for a career in the health field. Students

will get extensive clinical experiences partnering with health professionals at Abington Memorial

Hospital. Three days a week at EASTERN, student course work will include being dually enrolled with

Montgomery County Community College, which will afford them the opportunity to earn three college

credits for Medical Terminology as part of the Allied Health Program.

Career Objectives:

A career in the allied health field requiring post-secondary education

Prerequisites:

- Grade of ‘C’ or better in Algebra I & II, Biology and Chemistry (College Prep Level)

- High school GPA of 2.5 or higher preferred

- Physical exam and police check as mandated by state law

- Flu shot required

- No disciplinary issues at the participating high school

- Good attendance

With higher education, this program prepares the student for success in such career fields as:

Nurse, radiology technologist, and physician’s assistant.

Students have continued their education at:

ARIA, Abington Dixon School of Nursing, Arcadia, Cedar Crest, Gwynedd Mercy, Holy

Family University, LaSalle University, MCCC, Moravian, West Chester University, York

College, and Widener University.

Materials and fees: Approximately $350 - $375

Automotive Technology

Take this program to get a head start in the automotive field!

This two-year career program is designed for the student who is serious about working in the

automotive industry. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

Career Objectives:

Automotive Technician Trainee; New Car Preparation Technician; Under Car

Specialist

The curriculum, facility and instructor are:

-National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) accredited

-Partners with the Automotive Youth Educational Systems Program (AYES) to provide

qualified juniors with experiences at participating dealerships and paid summer internships

Certification Students can earn:

ASE qualifying exams (after completing a reduced period of work experience in the

Automotive Industry), and (SP/2) Safety and Pollution Prevention certifications.

Students also qualify for advanced standing through an articulation agreement with:



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-Lincoln Technical Institute – up to three courses

-Pennsylvania College of Technology - advanced placement

-Universal Technical Institute (UTI) for up to four Auto Tech courses


Automotive service, engineering and design, manufacturer representative, automotive

insurance industry / damage appraisal and testing, race car development, technical writing,

managing and teaching


ATC, Lincoln Tech, MCCC, Ohio Technical College, Pennsylvania College of Technology,

Pennco Tech, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, and UTI.


Collision Repair Technology

You’ll meet industry standards to be a success in this field!

A student enrolled in this two-year career program benefits from a combination of classroom

instruction and hands-on experience needed to carry out repairs on motor vehicles.

Students benefit from the use of I-Car (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair)

enhanced curriculum. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

Career Objectives:

Automotive Refinisher; Sheet Metal/Cosmetic Repair Person; Frame/Structural Repair

Person; Automotive Refinisher’s Helper-(one-year students)

Program Certification:

This is one of only seventeen secondary programs in Pennsylvania certified by the National

Institute for Automotive Excellence (ASE) for meeting industry standards.

Certification Students can earn:

Safety and Pollution Prevention (S/P2) certification; Collision Repair Technology is an

approved member of the I-CAR Industry Training Alliance.

Advanced Placement:

Students may qualify for advanced placement college credit at Pennsylvania College of

Technology.


Automotive, marine and aeronautic service, new car design, manufacturing representative,

insurance industry damage appraisal and testing, race car fabrication and vehicle

engineering, metal fabrication, safety design engineering, technical writing, consumer

information technologies, collision test engineering and teaching.


ATC, Lincoln Tech, MCCC, Ohio Technical College, Pennsylvania College of Technology,

Pennco Tech, UTI, and Wyotech.


Commercial Art

You’ll develop your own portfolio!

This two-year career program covers everything from conceptual drawing and design to a

professional portfolio; students learn the value and application of their unique styles in both design

and illustration; and students use industry standard software on the Macintosh Platform. Software

includes: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Dreamweaver and Flash. One-year

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Career Objectives:

Graphic Design; Commercial Illustration; Digital Imaging Design

Upon Completion of the program:

-Students will have a portfolio consisting of items a committee of art college

representatives established.

-Senior students will have their portfolios reviewed by art school representatives.

Advanced Placement:

Students may qualify for advanced placement college credits at Pennsylvania College of

Technology.


Graphic design, illustration, animation, computer-generated graphic art, teaching and multi-

media specialist.


Antonelli, Art Institute of Philadelphia, Drexel, Fashion Institute of Technology, Hussian,

IUP, MCCC, NCCC, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Penn State Abington, Temple,

Tyler, University of the Arts, University of Massachusetts, and West Chester.


Computer Network Administration

Would you like to be a college student while still in high school? While in EASTERN's Computer

Network Administration program, you can choose to enroll in Montgomery County Community

College for up to 12 transferable credits! More and more businesses need network administrators

now. Get your start here!

Students must pass the Certified Linux Administrator (CLA) exam in the first year of the program

and are prepared for other industry certification exams, including Microsoft Certified Technology

Specialist (MCTS). One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

Career Objectives:

Computer Network Administrator, Linux Administrator - (one year students)

Prerequisites:

Strong math background (Algebra II completed or scheduled during the first year of the

program)

College Advantages:

- Dual Enrollment for up to 12 transferable credits at Montgomery County Community

College

- Guaranteed admission into Penn State Abington's School of Information Sciences and

Technology if they meet PSU criteria

- Advanced placement at Pennsylvania College of Technology

- $1,200 scholarship per semester at DeVry University for completing Cisco Semester 1 at

EASTERN

Career Fields:

Computer Network Administrator; Linux Administrator


MCCC, Penn State Abington, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Temple University,

Drexel University, DeVry University, and IUP.

Materials and fees: Approximately $400-$600 per year (includes college tuition and books)



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Construction Technology

Get satisfaction from building projects and working with current materials used in the field to refine

your construction skills!

This two-year career program is the first step for students interested in pursuing a successful

career in the construction field. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the

program.

Career Objectives:

Carpenter Pre-Apprentice; Exterior Remodeling and Installation; Roofing & Siding

Helper-(one-year students)

Students will work on both residential and commercial construction in the school’s shop and at

nearby building sites.

Advanced Placement and Apprenticeship:

Students may qualify for advanced placement college credit at Pennsylvania College of

Technology or want to consider an apprenticeship program after high school.


Architecture, general contracting, teaching, surveying, construction management,

construction technology, civil engineering, architectural engineering, code enforcement and

insurance adjustor.


Drexel, MCCC, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Penn State Abington, Thaddeus

Stevens College of Technology, and Williamson Trade School.


Cosmetology

Save over $10,000 by taking this program in high school!

This two-year program will provide the skills necessary to begin a career in the cosmetology

field. In Pennsylvania, as well as other states, cosmetologists must be licensed to practice in the

field. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

Career Objective:

Cosmetologist

Certifications students can earn:

-Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology - licensed cosmetologist

With higher education, this program prepares the student for success in such areas as:

Cosmetology, management, teaching, product representation, and development and design


Ambler Beauty Academy, Bucks County School of Beauty, DeVry University, Empire, IUP,

Johnson & Wales University, Kutztown University, Lansdale Beauty School, Make-up

Designory School (NYC), Penn State Abington, Temple, and West Chester.


Culinary Arts

Build your culinary skills and techniques at EASTERN so you can compete in this field! Students also

have the potential to earn up to nine transferrable college credits through an articulation agreement

with Montgomery County Community College and Pennsylvania state technical colleges. Students

who successfully complete the two-year coursework can receive up to six credits.

This two-year half-day program enables students to acquire a variety of skills including soup and

sauce preparation, preparation of meat, fish and poultry entrees, baking, kitchen sanitation,



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purchasing and inventory controls. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the

program.

Career Objectives:

Prep Cook; Cook Apprentice; Pantry Person; Kitchen Helper


ServSafe Certification, American Culinary Federation Certified Junior Culinarian

Culinary students continuing their education in this field can benefit from college credit

articulation agreements with:

-Johnson & Wales University (for up to 13.5 quarter credits)

-Bucks County Community College (14 quarter credits)

-Students may also qualify for advanced placement college credit at Pennsylvania College

of Technology

-Articulation credit with Montgomery County Community College


Food and beverage management, purchasing, teaching, food science, food manufacturing,

pastry, food styling and retail food management. Students have continued their education at:

Art Institute of Philadelphia, Baltimore International Culinary School, Bucks County

Community College, Indiana University of PA, Culinary Institute of America, Delaware

State University, Delaware Valley College, Drexel, Johnson & Wales University,

Millersville University, Montgomery County Community College, Penn State, Culinary

Institute of America, Scottsdale Culinary Institute, Temple University, The Restaurant

School, and Widener University.


Electrical Technology

Our training will provide the essential hands-on and safety skills that a student needs to pursue a

rewarding career in the electrical construction industry.

This two-year multi-faceted career program enables the student to learn the basics of electricity as

well as residential and commercial wiring, data cabling and basic fiber optic installation. One-year

seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

Career Objectives:

Counter Clerk; Electrician’s Helper; Maintenance Helper; Electrician

Prerequisites:

-Good color vision

-Ability to climb moderate heights on a ladder

Advanced Placement and Apprenticeship:

Students may also qualify for advanced placement college credit at Pennsylvania College of

Technology or want to consider an apprenticeship program after high school.


Residential or commercial electrician, electrical engineering, teaching, computer systems

engineering, communications engineering and development.


BCCC, CHI, MCCC, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Pennco Tech, Temple,

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, and Williamson Trade School.

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Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

There is always a demand for these services!

This two-year career program provides a comprehensive foundation of the basic theories and

principles of heating, air conditioning and heat pump systems. One-year seniors will be considered

if space is available in the program.

Career Objectives:

Heating and Air Conditioning Installation Technician; Heating and Air Conditioning

Service Technician; Heating and Air Conditioning Helper-(one-year students)

Advanced Placement:


Technology.


Residential heating, air conditioning, mechanical technology, mechanical engineering,

insurance consultant and building maintenance.


Orleans Tech, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Penn State Abington, and Thaddeus

Stevens College of Technology.


Office Management

The Office Management program will prepare students for a career in a professional office

environment. This program is dually enrolled with Montgomery County Community College, which will

afford them the opportunity to earn up to nine college credits. In this two-year half-day program students study the current Microsoft Office applications

including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other communications technologies.

Career Objectives:

Executive Administrative Assistant; Administrative Assistant; and Clerk

Students will leave the program well-versed on creating spreadsheets; composing

correspondence; managing databases; creating presentations; document management; and

on the use of office machines.

College Advantage:

- Dual Enrollment for up to nine transferable credits at Montgomery County

Community College

Students enrolled in the Office Management program will prepare for post-secondary education

or employment in careers such as Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, Data Input

Specialist, and Customer Service Representative.

Materials and fees: Approximately $25 for required flu shot. Business attire required.

Protective Services

You’ll earn several certifications to give you a head start on careers in this field!

This two-year career program prepares the student to enter a career related to law enforcement,

fire science, industrial safety and security. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available

in the program.

Career Objectives:

Police; Fire Fighter; Industrial Security-(one-year students)

Program Prerequisite:



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The student must undergo a state police check to enroll in the program and work in this

field.


Fire Fighter 1 through testing by Bucks Co. Fire Academy; Hazardous Materials Awareness

through testing by Bucks Co. Fire Academy; Hazardous Materials Operations through

testing by Bucks Co. Fire Academy; Adult CPR through testing by the Red Cross; Standard

First Aid through testing by the Red Cross; and First Responder Emergency Medical

Services.

Certifications students will test for:

National Incident Management System levels 100, 200, 700 and 800

With higher education, this program prepares students for success in such career fields as:

Criminal Justice, teaching, firefighting, security and corrections.


Alvernia, Bloomsburg University, CHI, CC of Philadelphia, Kutztown University, Lock

Haven, Millersville University, MCCC, Penn State Altoona, Point Park, and Shippensburg.


Welding Technology

Good welders make good money…learn how at EASTERN!

This two-year career program is designed for the student who is interested in the industrial

engineering field. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.

Career Objectives:

Combination Welder; Welder/Fabricator; MIG Welding, Gas Welding & Cutting-(one-year

students)

Students will learn about the properties of different types of metals and how to join them using

state-of-the-art welding equipment

Advanced Placement:


Technology.

With higher education, this program prepares students for success in such career fields as:

Mechanical, aerospace or industrial engineering, physical metallurgist, business owner,

teaching, equipment sales and welding engineer.




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PRELIMINARY SCHOOL CALENDAR 2015-2016Stu. Tchr Staff Stu. Tchr Staff

JULY 2015 JANUARY 2016

S M T W T F S 22 S M T W T F S 19 19 19

1 2 3 4 1 2

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

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AUGUST 2015 FEBRUARY 2016

S M T W T F S 21 S M T W T F S 19 20 20

1 1 2 3 4 5 6

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

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30 31

SEPTEMBER 2015 MARCH 2016

S M T W T F S 14 16 21 S M T W T F S 20 20 20

1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 27 28 29 30 31

OCTOBER 2015 APRIL 2016

S M T W T F S 22 22 22 S M T W T F S 21 21 21

1 2 3 1 2

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

NOVEMBER 2015 MAY 2016

S M T W T F S 18 19 19 S M T W T F S 21 21 211 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 29 30 31 DECEMBER 2015 JUNE 2016

S M T W T F S 17 17 20 S M T W T F S 13 15 22

1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 46 7 8 9 10 11 12 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

27 28 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30

Sub-Total 71 74 125 Sub-Total 113 116 123

TOTAL DAYS 184 190 248

Dist.Closed Student/Teacher Holiday School Opens 9/9/2015 -School Closes 6/16/2016

In-Service Act 80 In-Service



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Policy Number: C134 Title: Allergies Section: Students

LIFE THREATENING ALLERGIES AND OTHER STUDENT ALLERGIES

I. Purpose

The purpose of this administrative regulation is to set forth procedures that strive to provide as safe an environment as reasonably possible for those students enrolled in EASTERN with life-threatening or potentially life-threatening allergies.

II. Definition

A. “Allergic” for the purpose of this Administrative Regulation means that a student has a life-threatening

or potentially life-threatening allergy.

B. “Protected handicapped student” means a student who meets the following conditions: Is of an age at which public education is offered in EASTERN; and Has a physical or mental disability which substantially limits or prohibits participation in or access to an aspect of the student’s school program.

C. “Section 504 Service Agreement” means a written agreement executed by a student’s parent/guardian

and the educational team responsible for setting forth the specific related aids, services or accommodations to be provided to a protected handicapped student.

III. Identifying Students with Allergies

Students with allergies shall typically be identified by their sending district. If EASTERN becomes aware of a student allergy, it shall inform the sending district for further action. In the case of an adult student, EASTERN shall follow the procedures set forth below for individual health plans All information provided to EASTERN regarding a student’s allergies will be treated as confidential whenever doing so does not create a risk to the student’s safety. Disclosure of such information will be governed by EASTERN’s policies and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”). Information regarding the student’s allergies may be revealed to appropriate EASTERN staff whenever doing so is deemed necessary to protect the student’s safety.

IV. Procedures for Individual Health Plans for Adult Students If an adult student is identified as having an allergy that requires modifications to the school environment, EASTERN, with the assistance of qualified medical personnel as necessary and the student’s parent/guardian, will create an individual health plan that follows the recommendations of the student’s treating physician to ensure the student is able to attend EASTERN and have equal opportunity to participate in the school program and extracurricular activities to the maximum extent appropriate.



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V. Special Considerations for Students Enrolling in EASTERN’s Culinary Arts Program

A. Common food allergens (cow’s milk, egg, peanut, tree nuts, nut oils, fish, shellfish, soybeans, wheat, and dairy products), as well as less common food allergens are used regularly in EASTERN’s Culinary Arts curriculum in its Culinary Arts program.

B. EASTERN’s Culinary Arts program has technical standards that must be met for participation in its program. The Culinary Arts program includes the requirement that the student, with or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to safely and effectively test and evaluate the taste, appearance, texture and aroma of food and beverage products, and maneuver in professional or commercial kitchens, dining rooms and related facilities.

C. Applicants with a food allergy who have been accepted for admission to EASTERN and intend to pursue studies in the Culinary Arts must contact or visit Supervisor of CTE prior to attending their first class to discuss any reasonable accommodations that might be available. While EASTERN will provide reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law, it cannot guarantee it will be able to meet all requests for accommodations or remove allergens from its curriculum; there is always a risk of contamination with allergic ingredients.



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BUILDING REPORT – NOVEMBER 2014

PROJECT WORK

Completed all Schedule Preventive Maintenance Jobs/Tasks –HVAC, Mechanical Equipment,

Life Safety Materials / Equipment, Facility.

Completed all requested supply runs and bulb replacements

Completed all requested Setups and Prep Plans for scheduled events/meetings

Ensured Staff Support Presence for All Scheduled Night Classes

Facilitated Monthly Fire Drills as Requested

Opened jammed lockers/desks as requested

Unclogged toilets/sinks as reported/discovered

FIRE DRILL REPORT

November 11, 2014

o Morning Session 8:58 a.m. – 9:01 a.m. 3 minutes

o Afternoon Session 2:18 p.m. – 2:21 p.m. 3 minutes

November 21, 2014

o False Alarm - alarm being worked on. 11:10 a.m.

WORK COMPLETED BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS

11/3 Johnson Controls (Support SDA HVAC control Repair)

11/3 SDA Mechanical (HVAC Service Needs)

11/4 K&K Specialties (Laundry Room Install /Washer-Dryer)

11/5 Ron Lenzi (Service)

11/10 Energy Products (Boiler Tuneup)

11/10 Security Data Technologies (Fire Alarm System Inspection/Testing)

11/11 Ehrlich (Monthly IPM Pest Management)

11/12 Water Management Systems (Monthly Water Testing)

11/14 SDA Mechanical (HVAC Service Needs)

11/18 Orkin Electric (Dimmer Switch Replacement/Board Room)

11/19 Consolidated Engineers (Site Prep/Review for Cosmetology Renovation Plan)

11/20 Godshall Kane Architects (Site Prep/Review for Cosmetology Renovation Plan)

11/25 Godshall Kane Architects (Site Prep/Review for Cosmetology Renovation Plan)

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