MINUTES REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2017 – 6:10 PM

CALL OF ROLL

Ms. Christine Danielsen - absent Ms. Ardaman Singh Ms. Nancy LaCorte, Vice President Ms. Patricia E. Stanley – departed at 8:50 PM Ms. Laurie Merris - arrived at 7:10 PM Ms. Margaret E. Steele . Mr. Edward Potosnak III, President, arrived at 7:25 PM Ms. Latee E. Walton-McCleod - absent Mr. Richard Seamon

Dr. John A. Ravally, Superintendent of Schools Mr. James H. Strimple, Jr., Interim Assistant Superintendent for Business/Board Secretary Mr. Daniel C. Loughran, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Mr. Orvyl Wilson, Director of School Management Dr. Brenda Sofield, Director of Pupil Personnel Services Mr. Brian Bonanno, Manager of Human Resources & Personnel Services Ms. Mary L. Clark, Coordinator of Policies, Regulations & Communications And 275 Members of the Public Ms. Manning read the following statement:

OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT In accordance with the “Open Public Meetings Act” P.L. 1975, c. 231 (Sunshine Law), the schedule and notification of this meeting have been provided for on January 5, 2017 and May 19, 2017 Copies of this notice were faxed to the Courier News, the Home News Tribune, The Star-Ledger, The Franklin Reporter, and Tap Into Franklin Township. Franklin Township Clerk/Manager, WCTC Radio, District Schools, Offices and Associations, PTO

Presidents, and posted on the Central Administration Building notice board.

Confidential Session (Room D-129)

Moved: Mr. Seamon Seconded: Ms. Singh

Motion to adjourn to confidential session at 6:12 PM for the purpose of discussing the Superintendent’s Employment Agreement, confidential student matters, a proposed Special Education Settlement, and non-aligned reappointments. Minutes of the confidential session will be made public when the reason for confidentiality no longer exists. Motion was approved by voice vote with no opposition. Returned to open session at 7:45 PM in the Cafeteria. Reconvening roll call – All board members were present with the exception of Ms. Danielsen and Ms. Walton-McCleod.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Ms. Merris led the Board in the pledge. Ms. Steele read the following statement:

MISSION STATEMENT OF THE FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Mission of the Franklin Township Public Schools is to provide excellent educational opportunities that meet or exceed New Jersey Student Learning Standards for every student; maintain an environment that engenders an appreciation of the value of every student; develop every student to his/her highest potential; and instill the attitudes, skills, and knowledge necessary to become independent, contributing members of a multi-cultural representative republic..

June 22, 2017 Exhibit M-01.a

Regular Business Meeting - 2 - May 25, 2017

DISTRICT GOALS 2016-2017

To continue to expand our curricular program and learning opportunities to be inclusive of

all learners with a focus on improving achievement and promoting student individual growth

leading to improved community satisfaction with our schools.

To offer professional development opportunities in all schools focused on energizing and

empowering staff to make meaningful instructional changes through the use of data

protocols with an emphasis on transitional grade levels.

To begin a multi-year planning process for grade reconfiguration and necessary changes in

attendance zones required for a successful implementation of the One Less Move

referendum projects.

To continue progress on our facilities projects with the least amount of disruption to the

educational process while ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff.

I. Action to Adopt the Agenda Moved: Ms. LaCorte Seconded: Ms. Merris

Motion was approved by voice vote with no opposition.

II. Student Recognition Daniel Loughran, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, introduced various

advisors for the student recognitions.

Franklin High School Marching Band

Franklin High School Wind Ensemble Mid-Atlantic Band Festival

Franklin High School Student - Mauricio Molina - Central Jersey Music Educators Association Region Band - Trombone – 3rd Chair

Franklin High School JROTC

Franklin High School Athletics – Fall and Winter Sports

Franklin High School Junior Classical League

III. Superintendent’s Report

Congratulations to all the students for their outstanding efforts and thanks to the advisors. Saturday Stem Academy Supervisor of Instructional Technology, Edward Ward, has been working hard with Eric Siegal, our Science Supervisor, to direct the SGS and FMS Saturday Academies. The academies were established to enrich students’ understanding of Science, Technology Engineering, and Math, by teaching coding and the coupling of coding with Lego Mindstorm EV3. The program was established in March and students began attending in early April and have continued to attend every Saturday since. We have had anywhere between 50 to 75 students attending in total across the two campuses. Attendance Zone Presentation As follow up to the recent Board workshop on proposed 2018-2019 attendance zones, the more detailed maps have been placed on the district’s website and Mrs. Clark has also updated the website to include frequently asked questions. We continue our work in hopes to meet our goal of approving the proposed zones by the end of this school year.

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Regular Business Meeting - 3 - May 25, 2017 We are working with the State Department Consortium and other districts to gain recognition as a Future Ready School in the area of STEM education.

IV. Board President’s Report We are proud of the accomplishments of our students. Congratulations to you all. Thank you Vice President LaCorte from bringing our attention to the mission of the red nose initiative.

V. Comments From The Public (5 minutes per speaker – agenda items only) The meeting was opened for public comments at 8:43 PM on a motion by Mr. Seamon, seconded by Ms. LaCorte. All board members were in agreement. There were no public comments at this time. Motion to close the public comment portion of the meeting at 8:44 PM by Mr. Seamon, seconded by Ms. LaCorte. All board members were in agreement.

VI. Committee/Liaison Reports

Ms. Steele, Curriculum Committee chair, reported about the May 15th meeting. Curriculum

Ms. LaCorte, Finance Committee chair, reported on the May 23rd meeting. Finance

Ms. LaCorte, Personnel Committee member, reported on the May 17th meeting. Personnel

Mr. Seamon, Facilities Committee member, reported on the May 23rd meeting. Facilities

Ms. Stanley, School Safety & Security Committee chair, reported on the May 17th meeting. Ad Hoc Safety & Security VII. New Business R-01 Monthly Reports M-01 Minutes of Board Meetings A-01 Travel & Related Expense Reimbursement A-02 Affirm Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Decisions A-05 Abolish Policy 6171.4 - Special Education A-07 Student Code of Conduct A-09 FHS Cheer Academy Youth Summer Camp A-10 Use of Internet Search Engines A-11 School Bus Emergency Exit Drill Report A-12 NJQSAC Final Placement Scores A-13 Membership on the QSAC Improvement Plan Team A-14 Enrollment of Kindergarten Student B-01 Warrants & Payrolls B-02 Transfer of Funds B-03 Financial Reports B-04 Board of Education Monthly Certification B-05 Contract Approval B-06 Receipt of Bids – Five (5) Schools – Asbestos Removal B-07 Award of Contract – Five (5) Schools – Asbestos Removal B-08 Receipt of Bids – Franklin High School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation B-09 Award of Contract – Franklin High School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation

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Regular Business Meeting - 4 - May 25, 2017 B-10 Receipt of Bids – Franklin Park School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation B-11 Award of Contract – Franklin Park School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation B-12 Receipt of Bids – Sampson G. Smith School – Kitchen Renovation B-13 Award of Contract – Sampson G. Smith School – Kitchen Renovation B-14 Request to Authorize Procurement of Goods and Services Through Cooperative

Purchasing Program – Elizabeth Avenue School - Security Upgrades B-15 Appointment of Board Counsel B-16 Appointment of Special Counsel for Special Education Matters B-17 Energy Broker B-18 Request to Authorize Procurement of Goods and Services Through Cooperative

Purchasing Program - Technology Infrastructure B-19 Change Orders B-20 Extraordinary Aid Application B-21 Amend the FY 2016-2017 Budget B-22 Renewal of Milk Products Contract B-23 Renewal of Coarse Paper and Cleaning Supplies Contract B-25 Transfer from Capital Reserve to Capital Projects – Kitchen Project – Sampson G. Smith School B-26 Competitive Contract – Implementation of Educator Evaluation System B-27 Competitive Contract – Implementation of District Leader Evaluation System B-28 Request to Authorize Procurement of Goods and Services Through Cooperative

Purchasing Program – Sampson G. Smith School - Security Upgrades C-01 Out of District Students: School Year 2016-2017 C-02 Field Trip Destinations C-03 Field Trip Applications (Involving overnight, over 150 miles, or air travel) C-04 NJ Schools Insurance Group Safety Grant C-05 Extended School Day Child Care Program (C.A.R.E.) 2017-2018 School Year C-06 Road to Success (RTS) Summer Program C-08 District Leader Evaluation System C-09 Educator Evaluation System C-10 Equity Training C-11 Code.org Workshop C-12 Participation in Future Ready Schools – NJ Certification Program C-13 Textbook Adoption C-14 Revised Dates for Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission Summer School

for Grades 7-8

C-15 FHS Band Camp Summer 2017 C-16 Private Transportation Permission P-02 Personnel Report No. 11, dated May 25, 2017 P-03 Employments Contracts

Moved: Ms. LaCorte Seconded: Mr. Seamon

Absent Yes Yes Yes Yes Absent Yes Absent Yes_ Danielsen LaCorte Merris Seamon Singh Stanley Steele Walton-McCleod Potosnak

R-01 Monthly Reports

Acknowledge receipt of the following reports attached hereto and made a part of the minutes:

a. Principals’ Reports April Exhibit R-01.a b. Attendance Officer's Report April Exhibit R-01.b c. Enrollment Report April Exhibit R-01.c d. School Safety Drills April Exhibit R-01.d

e. Suspension Report April Exhibit R-01.e f. HIB Report April 27 – May 19 Exhibit R-01.f

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Regular Business Meeting - 5 - May 25, 2017

M-01 Minutes of Board Meetings

Approve the minutes of the following meetings of the Franklin Township Board of Education:

a. March 23, 2017 Confidential Exhibit M-01.a b. April 27, 2017 Regular Exhibit M-01.b c. April 27, 2017 Confidential Exhibit M-01.c

Administration

A-01 Travel & Related Expense Reimbursement

Adopt the following resolution: Whereas, the Franklin Township Board of Education recognizes school staff and Board members will incur travel expenses related to and within the scope of their current responsibilities and for travel that promotes the delivery of instruction or furthers the efficient operation of the school district, and Whereas, N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12 requires Board members to receive prior approval of these expenses by a majority of the full voting membership of the Board and staff members to receive prior approval of these expenses by the Superintendent of Schools and a majority of the full voting membership of the Board; and Whereas, a Board of Education may establish, for regular district business travel only as described in NJOMB Circular Letter 16-11-OMB, including amendments or revisions thereto, a threshold amount below which Board approval is not required; and

Whereas, the Board of Education establishes, for regular district business travel only, an annual school year threshold of $1,500 per staff member where prior Board approval shall not be required unless this annual threshold for a staff member is exceeded in a given school year (July 1 through June 30); therefore be it Resolved, that the Board of Education hereby approves the attendance of the listed school board members and district employees at the attached training, seminars, conferences and conventions, and the costs of attendance including all registration fees, and statutorily authorized travel expenditures, provided that such expenditures are within the annual maximum travel expenditure amount; and, be it further Resolved, that the Franklin Township Board of Education authorizes in advance, as required by statute, attendance at the attached training, seminars, conferences and conventions as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit A-01) A-02 Affirm Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Decisions Whereas, the Franklin Township Board of Education has received and accepted HIB Investigation Reports at its regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting on April 27, 2017; and Whereas, these HIB Investigation Reports indicated each reported case of Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying and the results of the investigation also known as the Superintendent’s decision – including any services provided, training established or discipline imposed; and

June 22, 2017 Exhibit M-01.a

Regular Business Meeting - 6 - May 25, 2017 Whereas, the parties involved in those cases reported were notified of the results of the investigation, Superintendent’s decision, and the rights of those parties to request a hearing before the Board of Education; and Whereas, no requests for a hearing before the Board of Education have been received; and Whereas, the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights provides the Board of Education the opportunity to affirm, modify or reject the Superintendent’s decisions on reported cases of Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying; Now, therefore be it resolved, that the Board of Education affirms the Superintendent’s decisions in the cases listed in the HIB Investigation Reports previously accepted by the Board at its regularly-scheduled Board of Education meeting on April 27, 2017.

A-05 Abolish Policy 6171.4 - Special Education Abolish existing Policy 6171.4 - Special Education, which has been replaced in by Policy 6171.401 Special Education Compliance; Regulation 6171.401R and the Regulations referenced within 6171.401R. Replacement Policy and Regulations were approved by the Franklin Township Board of Education at the April 27, 2017 Regular Business Meeting.

A-06 ITEM WITHDRAWN A-07 Student Code of Conduct Approve the Student Code of Conduct for the 2017-2018 school year as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit A-07) A-08 ITEM WITHDRAWN A-09 FHS Cheer Academy Youth Summer Camp Approve a Franklin High School Cheer Academy Youth Summer Camp to be held at Franklin High School for students in grades 3-8 from June 26 through June 29, 2017 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Proceeds from the camp will be used to benefit the Franklin High School Varsity Cheerleading Squad in the 2017-2018 school year. A-10 Use of Internet Search Engines Annual approval of the use of the following internet search engines to assist in evaluating candidates for employment in accordance with Regulation No. 4111R – Recruitment, Selection and Hiring of Professional Staff; and Regulation No. 2130R – Administrative Staff:

a. Bing b. Google c. Yahoo

A-11 School Bus Emergency Exit Drill Report Acknowledge receipt of the School Bus Emergency Exit Drill Report dated May 16, 2017 as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit A-11)

June 22, 2017 Exhibit M-01.a

Regular Business Meeting - 7 - May 25, 2017 A-12 NJQSAC Final Placement Scores Acknowledge receipt of NJQSAC Final Placement Scores as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit A-12)

A-13 Membership on the QSAC Improvement Plan Team

Approve the following staff for membership on the QSAC Improvement Plan Team:

A-14 Enrollment of Kindergarten Student Approve the enrollment of Kindergarten student (A.G.) for the 2017-2018 school year.

Role Name

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction

Daniel Loughran

Director of Research/Planning, Accountability & Assessment

Ana Washington

Principal, Grades 9-12 Cheryl Clark

Principal, Grades 6-8 Nicholas Solomon

Principal, Grades PK-5 Nicole Scott

Principal, Grades PK-5 John Haney

Supervisor of ELA, PK-5 David Heras

Supervisor of ELA, 6-8 Carolyn Armstrong

Supervisor of Math, PK-5 Iris Blay

Supervisor of Math, 6-12 Nubeja Allen

Instructional Coach Giselle Rodriguez

Instructional Coach Crystina Cardozo

Instructional Coach Jenn Toscano

Academic Interventionist Julianna Laudati

Academic Interventionist Katerina Moulinos

Academic Interventionist Dawn Holtzinger

Supervisor of Special Education, PK-5 Kimberly Bunch

Supervisor of Special Education, 6-12 Holly Gamble

FTEA Representative Dan Mayer

June 22, 2017 Exhibit M-01.a

Regular Business Meeting - 8 - May 25, 2017

Business

B-01 Warrants & Payrolls

Approve the following on the certification of the Board Secretary that sufficient funds are available to meet these claims (attached hereto and made a part of the minutes):

a. General Warrants – May 25, 2017 - $10,003.024.40 Payroll – April 15, 2017 - $ 3,707,521.20 Payroll – April 30, 2017 - $ 3,617,265.68

(Exhibit B-01.a)

b. Food Service Enterprise Fund warrants in the amount of $291,142.52 for the month of April (Exhibit B-01.b) B-02 Transfer of Funds Approve Account Transfers No.10 for the 2016-2017 school year, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-02)

B-03 Financial Reports

Accept financial reports attached hereto and made a part of the minutes as follows:

a. Report of the Board Secretary (A-148) (Exhibit B-03.a) (April) b. Report of the Treasurer (A-149) (Exhibit B-03.b) (April) c. Cash Reconciliation of A-148 & A-149 (Exhibit B-03.c) (April) d. Certification of the Asst. Supt. for Business/Board Secretary (Exhibit B-03.d) (April) e. Food Service Fund Financial Report (Exhibit B-03.e) (April) B-04 Board of Education Monthly Certification Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)(4) we certify that as of April 30, 2017 after review of Secretary’s monthly financial report and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials, to the best of our knowledge no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-16.10(c)(3) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the fiscal year.

B-05 Contract Approval (All contracts are LEA-funded, unless otherwise noted.) Approve the following: a. A contract with Princeton Healthcare System, Princeton, NJ for district employees to participate in

an Employee Assistance Program for 2017-18 school year for a fee not to exceed $13,800, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.a)

b. Revised 2016-17 contracts to reflect additional fees: Company Revised Not-to-Exceed Amount Previous Approval Date/Amount Aspire High Youth Dev. $33,919 (Add’l $9,000 August 25, 2016 (Prevention Program) Title I funded) $24,919 (Title III funded)

Brett DiNovi & Assoc. $154,263 August 25, 2016 (Applied Behavioral Therapy) (IDEA funded) $114,263

June 22, 2017 Exhibit M-01.a

Regular Business Meeting - 9 - May 25, 2017 c. The purchase of technology supplies from CDW-G for Rutgers Preparatory School in the amount

of $13,656.25, using non-public funding, through Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.c)

d. The purchase of security supplies from WB Mason for Community Christian Academy in the

amount of $62.99, using non-public funding, through Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.d)

e. The purchase of security supplies from School Specialty for Community Christian Academy in the

amount of $1,151.15, using non-public funding, through Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.e)

f. An agreement with the accounting firm of Lerch, Vinci & Higgins, LLP, Fair Lawn, NJ to perform

the annual audit for the 2016-2017 school year for a fee of $56,300 plus fees for additional services, if necessary, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.f)

g. Approve James P. Cardaneo to provide assistance with the completion and submission of the

NJSDA Grant Payment Requests for the Franklin Township Board of Education during the 2017-18 school year for a fee of $60.00 per hour, on an as-needed basis not to exceed $5,000.

h. An agreement with A Caring Connection, Westfield, NJ to provide one on one nursing services to

a student from April 27, 2017 through June 16, 2017 for a fee of $55.00/hr – RN and $45.00/hr – LPN, not to exceed $10,000, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.h)

i. An agreement with Education, Inc., Plymouth, MA to provide bedside instruction (tutoring

services) for hospitalized students for the 2017-2018 school year, at a rate of $50.00/hr, not to exceed $2,000, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.i)

j. A contract with Morris-Union Jointure Commission, New Providence, NJ to provide occupational

therapy, physical therapy and speech services for students attending the Developmental Learning Center during the 2017 extended school year for a fee not to exceed $9,000 and the 2017-2018 school year for a fee not to exceed $28,000, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.j)

k. A contract with OnScene Technologies, Inc. for the licensing and use of emergency

communication and information sharing services through the Share 911 System (Co-op #65MCESDCCPS, Bid #MRESC 15/16-80) for the cost of $27.00 per full-time employee, not to exceed $29,700, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit B-05.k)

B-06 Receipt of Bids – Five (5) Schools – Asbestos Removal It is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education receive bids for the removal and disposal of asbestos containing material at Conerly Road School, Elizabeth Avenue School, Hillcrest School, MacAfee Road School and Sampson G. Smith School, opened on May 4, 2017. Bidders EAS-I EAS-2 HILL SGS CRS MAC TOTAL BID AMAX Contracting, LLC 38,500 55,000 16,000 25,300 10,000 10,000 154,800 APEX Development, Inc. 46,325 61,752 20,639 31,266 7,656 7,256 174,894 Asbestos Mold Services Corp. 108,000 57,600 19,900 29,650 8,900 8,900 232,950 Greenwood Abatement Cons. 109,000 141,000 46,000 68,000 20,000 19,700 397,000 Lilich Corporation, Inc. 54,500 39,900 12,600 19,800 4,500 4,500 135,800 Neuber Environmental 47,000 76,000 29,000 28,000 18,000 17,000 215,000 New American Restoration 81,270 116,225 20,780 33,200 11,075 10,135 272,685

June 22, 2017 Exhibit M-01.a

Regular Business Meeting - 10 - May 25, 2017 Savic Construction Corp. 27,200 40,200 10,315 18,250 3,350 3,175 102,490 Two Brothers Contracting 118,800 17,800 17,800 28,700 7,800 7,200 198,100 VMC Company, Inc. 67,200 60,500 13,600 23,300 4,400 4,000 173,000 Yannuzzi Group 49,470 84,400 19,000 32,500 6,700 6,349 198,419

B-07 Award of Contract – Five (5) Schools – Asbestos Removal As recommended by board counsel, it is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education award a contract to Savic Construction Corp in accordance with their bid dated April 4, 2017 as follows. Total Award $102,490.00 B-08 Receipt of Bids – Franklin High School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation It is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education receive bids for sitework upgrades/rehabilitation at Franklin High School, opened on May 2, 2017. Bidders Base Bid GC-1 TOTAL BID (Demolition/Paving of Existing Grass Peninsulas)

Halecon, Inc. 214,950.00 22,200.00 237,150.00 Protective Paving, LLC 194,820.00 5,000.00 199,820.00 Samson Concrete & Masonry, LLC 318,000.00 25,000.00 343,000.00 Top Line Construction Corp. 226,721.87 20,120.05 246,841.92 V&K Construction Co., Inc. 343,000.00 9,000.00 352,000.00

B-09 Award of Contract – Franklin High School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation As recommended by the district architect and board counsel, it is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education award a contract to Protective Paving, LLC in accordance with their bid dated May 2, 2017 as follows. Base Bid 194,820.00 GC-1 5,000.00 Total Award $199,820.00 B-10 Receipt of Bids – Franklin Park School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation It is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education receive bids for sitework upgrades/rehabilitation at Franklin Park School, opened on May 2, 2017. Bidders TOTAL BID Diamond Construction 314,400.00 Halecon, Inc. 184,750.00 Protective Paving, LLC 142,450.00 Samson Concrete & Masonry LLC 207,000.00 Top Line Construction Corp. 172,938.63 Your Way Construction, Inc. 152,400.00

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Regular Business Meeting - 11 - May 25, 2017 B-11 Award of Contract – Franklin Park School – Sitework Upgrades/Rehabilitation As recommended by the district architect and board counsel, it is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education award a contract to Protective Paving, LLC in accordance with their bid dated May 2, 2017 as follows. Total Award $142,450.00

B-12 Receipt of Bids – Sampson G. Smith School – Kitchen Renovation It is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education receive bids for the kitchen renovation project at Sampson G. Smith School, opened on May 17, 2017. Bidders Base Bid Alt. No. GC-1 Alt No. GC-2 Wall Tile Servery Wood Paneling Removal

Apex Enterprises of Union, Inc. $823,000 $17,000 $19,000 Cypreco Industries, Inc. $813,963 $10,000 $10,000 Precision Building & Constr. $799,000 $15,500 $10,320 Tekcon Construction, Inc. $849,000 $ 6,100 $ 7,900

B-13 Award of Contract – Sampson G. Smith School – Kitchen Renovation As recommended by the district architect and board counsel, it is recommended that the Franklin Township Board of Education award a contract to Precision Building & Construction in accordance with their bid dated May 17, 2017 as follows. Base Bid $799,000 Alt. GC-1 15,500 Alt. GC-2 10,320 Total Award $824,820

B-14 Request to Authorize Procurement of Goods and Services Through Cooperative

Purchasing Program – Elizabeth Avenue School - Security Upgrades Whereas, Title 18A:18A-10 and 18A:18A-11 provide that a Board of Education, without advertising for bids or after having rejected all bids obtained pursuant to advertising, therefore, by resolution may purchase any goods or services pursuant to a contract or contracts for such goods or services entered into on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property and school districts, municipalities and counties; and Whereas, the School Security Department seeks authorization to purchase Security Upgrades for Elizabeth Avenue School’s new additions and main entrance renovation from Open Systems Integrators, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $50,978.93. Whereas, Open Systems Integrators, Inc. is an authorized dealer through our cooperative purchasing agreements through ESCNJ, Co-op #65MCESCCPS, Bid # MRESC 15/16-70. Vendor: Open Systems Integrators, Inc., Manalapan, NJ

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Regular Business Meeting - 12 - May 25, 2017 B-15 Appointment of Board Counsel Appoint the firm of Parker McCay of Mount Laurel, NJ as Board Counsel for the 2017-2018 school year at a rate of $170 per hour, for a fee not to exceed $225,600. B-16 Appointment of Special Counsel for Special Education Matters Appoint the firm of Capehart & Scatchard, P.A., Mt. Laurel, NJ as Special Counsel for Special Education matters for the 2017-2018 school year at the $170 per hour, for a fee not to exceed $74,000. B-17 Energy Broker Appoint Schaeffer & Associates, Somerset, NJ as Energy Broker on behalf of the Franklin Township Board of Education to provide services in obtaining multiple bids from energy suppliers for both electricity and natural gas and recommend the lowest provider cost. B-18 Request to Authorize Procurement of Goods and Services Through Cooperative

Purchasing Program - Technology Infrastructure Whereas, Title 18A:18A-10 and 18A:18A-11 provide that a Board of Education, without advertising for bids or after having rejected all bids obtained pursuant to advertising, therefore, by resolution may purchase any goods or services pursuant to a contract or contracts for such goods or services entered into on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property and school districts, municipalities and counties; and Whereas, the Technology Department seeks authorization to purchase hardware and storage for virtual servers from CDW-G, in an amount not to exceed $269,261.13. Whereas, CDW-G is an authorized dealer through our cooperative purchasing agreements through ESCNJ, Co-op #65MCESCCPS (15/16-11). Vendor: CDW-G, Chicago, IL This is in addition to the technology infrastructure resolution approved at the April 27, 2017 board meeting – Resolution B-15. B-19 Change Orders a. Change Order #011 – Additions and Alterations – Hillcrest School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #011 to the contract of Apex Enterprises of Union, Inc. to provide additional EPDM parapet flashing not shown on drawings, decreasing the General Allowance by a total of $2,362.50 Present General Allowance $ 5,288.48 Decrease Allowance – CO-011 -2,362.50 Remaining General Allowance $ 2,925.98 No Change to the Contract Total

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Regular Business Meeting - 13 - May 25, 2017 b. Change Order #21 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #21 to the contract of The Bennett Company to provide epoxy floors and base in lieu of vinyl tile in toilet rooms (increase of $14,940) and to modify the ceramic wall tile size (credit of $4,700), increasing the contract by $10,240.00. Present Contract Sum $10,460,164.00 CO #21 – Increase Contract 10,240.00 New Contract Amount $10,470,404.00 c. Change Order #22 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #22 to the contract of The Bennett Company to remove and dispose existing plaster ceiling in the boys’ locker room not shown on the contract drawings, increasing the contract by $15,000.00. Present Contract Sum $10,470,404.00 CO #22 – Increase Contract 15,000.00 New Contract Amount $10,485,404.00 d. Change Order #23 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #23 to the contract of The Bennett Company to provide new vinyl tile base, which had been omitted from scope of work, new ceilings and grids, paint rooms and provide 2 electrical receptacles, increasing the contract by $14,037.00. Present Contract Sum $10,485,404.00 CO #23 – Increase Contract 14,037.00 New Contract Amount $10,499,441.00 e. Change Order #24 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #24 to the contract of The Bennett Company to provide fire rated walls in the gymnasium addition omitted from the contract, increasing the contract by $5,771.00 and using $15,000.00 of replacement of unforeseen combustible material allowance. Present Contract Sum $10,499,441.00 CO #24 – Increase Contract 5,771.00 New Contract Amount $10,505,212.00 Use of Unforeseen Combustible Material Allowance Present Allowance $ 15,000.00 Decrease Allowance – CO #24 - 15,000.00 Remaining Allowance $ 0.00

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Regular Business Meeting - 14 - May 25, 2017 f. Change Order #25 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #25 to the contract of The Bennett Company to remove existing sheds omitted from the contract, increasing the contract by $25,397.00 and using $8,182.00 of the subgrade reconstruction allowance. Present Contract Sum $10,505,212.00 CO #25 – Increase Contract 25,397.00 New Contract Amount $10,530,609.00 Use of Subgrade Reconstruction Allowance Present Allowance $ 8,182.00 Decrease Allowance – CO #25 - 8,182.00 Remaining Allowance $ 0.00 g. Change Order #26 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #26 to the contract of The Bennett Company to parge existing walls where display boards were removed by asbestos abatement contractor, increasing the contract by $12,471.00. Present Contract Sum $10,530,609.00 CO #26 – Increase Contract 12,471.00 New Contract Amount $10,543,080.00 h. Change Order #27 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #27 to the contract of The Bennett Company to provide additional labor and material to create 1 hour fire rating to correct deficiency at existing concrete block wall to obtain final inspection, increasing the contract by $18,803.00. Present Contract Sum $10,543,080.00 CO #27 – Increase Contract 18,803.00 New Contract Amount $10,561,883.00 i. Change Order #28 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #28 to the contract of The Bennett Company to delete an unnecessary water booster pump (-$4,983) and delete roof ladder cage (-$1,600), decreasing the contract by $6,583.00. Present Contract Sum $10,561,883.00 CO #28 – Decrease Contract - 6,583.00 New Contract Amount $10,555,300.00

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Regular Business Meeting - 15 - May 25, 2017 j. Change Order #29 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #29 to the contract of The Bennett Company to remove existing masonry chase wall at the administration entrance hallway and boys’ locker room not shown on the drawings, provide electrical receptacle for new goggle cabinets in science rooms not shown on drawings, and enclose ductwork in a science classroom and extend wall enclosure in STEM Classroom and enclose a steel column not shown on drawings, increasing the contract by $11,389.00. Present Contract Sum $10,555,300.00 CO #29 – Increase Contract 11,389.00 New Contract Amount $10,566,689.00 k. Change Order #30 – Additions and Alterations – Sampson G. Smith School As recommended by the district’s architect and construction manager, approve Change Order #30 to the contract of The Bennett Company to install 320 linear feet of piping to replace hot water supply and return piping removed during asbestos abatement, increasing the contract by $6,970.00. Present Contract Sum $10,566,689.00 CO #30 – Increase Contract 6,970.00 New Contract Amount $10,573,659.00 B-20 Extraordinary Aid Application The filing of the Extraordinary Aid Application for the 2016-2017 school year, for 121 identified students. The qualified extraordinary aid costs submitted in the application total $9,237,440. B-21 Amend the FY 2016-2017 Budget Whereas the FY 2016 Audit reflects the following designated fund balances: ARRA-SEMI Adjustment $ 29,409 FY2014-SEMI Adjustment $112,727 Providing Franklin Township School district with $142,136 in designated fund balance to be used in the Fiscal Year 2016-17 budget, And whereas the district has needs for capital expenditures for maintenance and grounds equipment, Now therefore be it resolved, that the Board authorizes to amend the FY 2016-2017 budget as follows: Increase revenues : Appropriation of Fund Balance : 10-303 in the amount of $142,136. Increase appropriations : Capital Outlay : Care & Upkeep Grounds : 12-000-263-730 in the amount of $142,136.00

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Regular Business Meeting - 16 - May 25, 2017 B-22 Renewal of Milk Products Contract

In accordance with 18A:18A-42 renew the bid award to Cream-O-Land Dairy, Florence, NJ for one (1) additional year, in the amount of $226,346.00 based on estimated quantities for Milk Products for the 2017-2018 school year, with no additional increases to unit prices. The contract was originally awarded on May 26, 2016. B-23 Renewal of Coarse Paper and Cleaning Supplies Contract In accordance with 18A:18A-42 renew the bid award to U.S. Foods, Inc., Bridgeport, NJ for one (1) additional year, in the amount of $115,942.80 based on estimated quantities for Coarse Paper and Cleaning Supplies for the 2017-2018 school year, with no additional increases to unit prices. The contract was originally awarded on May 26, 2016. B-24 Renewal of Bread and Rolls Contract

In accordance with 18A:18A-42 renew the bid award to R.P. Baking, Harrison, NJ for one (1) additional year, in the amount of $63,903.03 based on estimated quantities for Bread and Rolls for the 2017-2018 school year, with no additional increases to unit prices. The contract was originally awarded on June 30, 2016. B-25 Transfer from Capital Reserve to Capital Projects – Kitchen Project – Sampson G. Smith School In accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:23A 14.1 h, approve the transfer of $200,000 from the district’s Capital Reserve Fund to the district’s Capital Projects Fund for partial funding of the improvements to the Sampson G. Smith Kitchen and Service Area. Revenue – Transfer from Capital Reserve $200,000 Transfer to - Appropriations – 30-000-400-450-21-2016 $200,000

B-26 Competitive Contract – Implementation of Educator Evaluation System Use of competitive contract to solicit proposals from providers to implement the Charlotte Danielson: Frameworks for Teaching Evaluation System for the 2017-2018 school year.

B-27 Competitive Contract – Implementation of District Leader Evaluation System Use of competitive contract to solicit proposals from providers to implement the Stronge Evaluation System for district leadership for the 2017-2018 school year.

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Regular Business Meeting - 17 - May 25, 2017 B-28 Request to Authorize Procurement of Goods and Services Through Cooperative

Purchasing Program – Sampson G. Smith School - Security Upgrades Whereas, Title 18A:18A-10 and 18A:18A-11 provide that a Board of Education, without advertising for bids or after having rejected all bids obtained pursuant to advertising, therefore, by resolution may purchase any goods or services pursuant to a contract or contracts for such goods or services entered into on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property and school districts, municipalities and counties; and Whereas, the School Security Department seeks authorization to purchase Security Upgrades for Sampson G. Smith School from Open Systems Integrators, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $49,459.11. Whereas, Open Systems Integrators, Inc. is an authorized dealer through our cooperative purchasing agreements through ESCNJ, Co-op #65MCESCCPS, Bid # MRESC 15/16-70. Vendor: Open Systems Integrators, Inc., Manalapan, NJ

Curriculum and Instruction

C-01 Out of District Students: School Year 2016-2017

Approve out of district placements for students, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made part of the minutes. (Exhibit C-01)

C-02 Field Trip Destinations Whereas, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.8 requires prior approval of field trip destinations by a majority of the full voting membership of the Board; therefore be it Resolved, that the Board of Education hereby approves, in advance, field trip destinations, all trips within district, local community locations, and all other schools and universities in New Jersey; be it further

Resolved, that the Franklin Township Board of Education authorizes, in advance, the list of destinations as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit C-02) C-03 Field Trip Applications (Involving overnight, over 150 miles, or air travel) Approve the following field trip application: Franklin High School FBLA Club (Future Business Leaders of America) to attend the annual National

Leadership Conference in Anaheim, CA, June 28 – July 3, 2017 as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit C-03)

C-04 NJ Schools Insurance Group Safety Grant Approve submission of an application for funds for the New Jersey Schools Insurance 2017 Safety Grant Program in the amount of $4,504.00. If awarded, these funds would be used toward a district project to increase the surveillance capability of the district, specifically at Sampson G. Smith School.

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Regular Business Meeting - 18 - May 25, 2017 C-05 Extended School Day Child Care Program (C.A.R.E.) 2017-2018 School Year

Approve the schedule of fees for the Franklin Township Board of Education’s Extended School Day Child C.A.R.E. (Culture-Arts-Recreation-Enrichment) Program for the 2017-2018 school year as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (No increase from last year.) (Exhibit C-05)

C-06 Road to Success (RTS) Summer Program

Approve the Road to Success Summer Program to run from July 5, 2017 through August 2, 2017 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Monday through Thursday. Students will receive instruction in the areas of Math, English & Language Arts, and Social Studies. C-08 District Leader Evaluation System Whereas, The Teacher Effectiveness and Accountability for the Children of New Jersey Act requires all New Jersey Public School districts to adopt educator evaluation rubrics that include state-approved teacher and principal practice evaluation instruments; and Whereas, a committee comprised of administrators, a teacher, a Board of Education member and a community member reviewed state-approved district leader practice evaluation instruments; and Whereas, the superintendent recommends that the Stronge Evaluation System be adopted by the Franklin Township Public Schools for the 2017-2018 school year; Therefore, the Board of Education adopts the Stronge Evaluation System for the 2017-2018 school year. C-09 Educator Evaluation System Whereas, The Teacher Effectiveness and Accountability for the Children of New Jersey Act requires all New Jersey Public School districts to adopt educator evaluation rubrics that include state-approved teacher and principal practice evaluation instruments; and Whereas, a committee comprised of administrators, a teacher, a Board of Education member and a community member reviewed state-approved educator practice evaluation instruments; and Whereas, the superintendent recommends that the Charlotte Danielson: Frameworks for Teaching Evaluation System be adopted by the Franklin Township Public Schools for the 2017-2018 school year; Therefore, The Board of Education adopts the Charlotte Danielson: Frameworks for Teaching Evaluation System for the 2017-2018 school year. C-10 Equity Training Approve required equity training as detailed in the previously approved District OCR Action Plan. Training will be delivered by Dr. Donald Leake of The College of New Jersey on June 5th at no cost to the district and on August 28th for a cost of $2000, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. LEA funded. (Exhibit C-10) C-11 Code.org Workshop Approve the following open enrollment Code.org Workshop at Franklin High School on July 24, 2017, to be delivered at no cost to Franklin Township Public Schools teachers and teachers from neighboring districts: “Coding Curriculum: An Introduction to Computer Science, Critical Thinking, Logic and Problem Solving.” In addition to hosting this training, Franklin Township Public Schools teachers will receive two additional trainings on July 19th and July 20th during the district’s Summer Technology Institute. No cost to the District.

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Regular Business Meeting - 19 - May 25, 2017

C-12 Participation in Future Ready Schools – NJ Certification Program

Approve Franklin Township Public Schools participation in the Future Ready Schools – NJ Certification Program as described in the following resolution:

As educational stakeholders in New Jersey work to prepare students for the information age, which is powered by new technologies that connect people, ideas, data, and content in rapidly changing ways, it must be ensured that New Jersey’s schools are provided with technology-rich environments needed in order to produce engaged and successful members of a digital age society and workforce. New Jersey’s schools must establish a culture of digital innovation that empowers educators to deepen and extend student learning through the use of technology, digital content, and media.

The goal of the Future Ready Schools – New Jersey (FRS-NJ) Certification Program is to support the statewide modernization of New Jersey schools, promoting a systemic approach to change through the cycle of transformation where districts envision, plan, implement, and assess continually with effective personalized student learning as the focal point for their aligned efforts. This will lead to students engaging in the learning process in new ways, utilizing digital learning tools and skills. The FRS-NJ Certification Program will provide needed guidance and resources to school leaders, administrators, and school board members regarding how to identify gaps in district/school preparedness for digital learning and make resources available that will help to address those gaps.

FRS-NJ will provide digital resources and guidance, as well as utilizing social media channels and web channels and other technologies, to provide information and support for digital learning to all stakeholders.

The Future Ready Schools – New Jersey Program is a voluntary program that was endorsed on October 25th, 2016 by the New Jersey Department of Education, the New Jersey School Boards Association, the New Jersey Education Association, the New Jersey Parent Teacher Association, the New Jersey Association for School Administrators, the New Jersey Association for School Business Officials, and the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association.

Participation does not obligate the school district to any specific time commitment or budgetary obligations. Schools and districts may choose to cease program participation at any time.

C-13 Textbook Adoption Approve the adoption of the following textbooks:

Phonics Lessons: Letters, Words, and How They Work: Grades K-2 Publisher: Heinemann ELA Blocks (Grades K, 1, and 2)

Discovering Algebra Publisher: Kenall-Hunt Algebra IA and Algebra IB (Grades 9 and 10)

C-14 Revised Dates for Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission Summer School

for Grades 7-8

Approve revised dates for HCESC Summer School for grades 7-8 originally approved on the April 27,

2017 agenda. Revised dates are July 5, 2017 through August 1, 2017 at Franklin Middle School as

detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit C-14)

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Regular Business Meeting - 20 - May 25, 2017 C-15 FHS Band Camp Summer 2017 Approve Franklin High School Band Camp Summer 2017 as follows:

New Member Orientation: August 23 and 24, 2017 from 8:30 am – 3:00 pm at Franklin High School in the Band Room, F 117.

Band Camp: August 28 through September 1, 2017 from 8:30 am – 3:00 pm on the outside grounds of Franklin High School and the Band Room, F 117.

Additional evening hours from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm on the evenings of August 29, 30 and 31, 2017.

C-16 Private Transportation Permission a. Approve the request by the parent/guardian of student #304650 to release the student and allow their parent/guardian (or adult named on the applicable release form) to provide transportation from a previously approved field trip on June 3, 2017. b. Approve the request by the parent/guardian of student #306026 to release the student and allow their parent/guardian (or adult named on the applicable release form) to provide transportation from a previously approved field trip on June 3, 2017.

Personnel

P-02 Personnel Report No. 11, dated May 25, 2017

As recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, approve Personnel Report No.11, as detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit P-02, includes attachments A through G) Attachment A; B; C; D; E; F; G

P-03 Employments Contracts As recommended by the Superintendent of Schools, approve individual employment contracts with non-aligned district administrative staff from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018 as detailed in the exhibits attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Contracts shall remain confidential until approved by the Board. (Exhibits P-03.a, P-03.b, P-03.c, P-03.d, P-03.e, P-03.f)

Absent Yes Yes Yes Yes Absent Yes Absent Yes_ Danielsen LaCorte Merris Seamon Singh Stanley Steele Walton-McCleod Potosnak

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Regular Business Meeting - 21 - May 25, 2017

A-03 Teacher Appreciation Week

Moved: Ms. LaCorte Seconded: Ms. Singh

Adopt the following resolution: Whereas, America's greatest strength has always been Public Education; and Whereas, education is a noble and life-changing profession, worthy to be honored and respected; and Whereas, excellence in education begins in the classrooms of our nation's schools. Teachers are among the professional educators who are charged with the responsibility of helping to shape the destiny of our country by inspiring and guiding our children, youth, and adults; and Whereas, teachers are, and will continue to be, a dynamic force in the educational process. They have demonstrated, through their sense of purpose and dedication to their profession, that they are the bedrock of our schools; and Whereas, the teachers of Franklin Township Public Schools have consistently documented their professional competence and commitment to our students through their willingness to give of their time, energy, talents, and ideas; and Whereas, our teachers should be deeply respected and highly recognized for the contributions they have made to our District, our State, and our Nation. Now, Therefore, be it Resolved, that the Franklin Township Board of Education earlier this month joined the New Jersey School Boards Association recognizing and celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, from May 8-12, 2017. Motion was approved by voice vote with no opposition.

A-04 Facility Use Agreement with the Somerset Cricket Club

Moved: Ms. LaCorte Seconded: Mr. Seamon

Approve a facility use agreement between the Somerset Cricket Club, Dream Cricket and the Franklin Township Board of Education for use of the Pine Grove Manor “Front Field” as per the terms and conditions described in the attached exhibit. (Exhibit A-04) Motion was approved by voice vote with no opposition. C-07 Summer 2017 C.A.R.E. Program

Moved: Ms. LaCorte Seconded: Ms. Merris

Approve Summer 2017 C.A.R.E Program for students in grades K through 6, September 5 through September 12, 2017. This program is proposed due to the District’s need to extend summer vacation to facilitate the construction project schedule. Program detailed in the exhibit attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. (Exhibit C-07) Motion was approved by voice vote with no opposition.

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Regular Business Meeting - 22 - May 25, 2017 P-01 Employment Contract With Dr. John A. Ravally

Moved: Ms. LaCorte Seconded: Ms. Merris

Whereas, Dr. John A. Ravally is currently employed by the Board of Education of the Franklin Township Public Schools (hereinafter referred to as “the Board”) as its Superintendent of Schools, and is serving under the terms and conditions of a written employment contract that took effect on July 1, 2015, and extends until June 30, 2020; and Whereas, it is in the best interest of the school district to provide for administrative stability and the completion of educational programs and projects and to minimize disruption to the school district;

Whereas, the form of Employment Contract between the Board and the Superintendent attached hereto was submitted to the Executive County Superintendent for review and approval, and the form of Employment Contract having been approved by the Executive County Superintendent on May 17, 2017. Be It Resolved, that the current contract of Superintendent Ravally be and is hereby rescinded as of July 1, 2017; and, Be It Resolved, that Dr. John A. Ravally be and is hereby appointed as Superintendent of Schools for a term beginning July 1, 2017, and ending midnight July 1, 2022 and, Be It Further Resolved, that the Board approves the Employment Contract between the Board and the Superintendent attached hereto and directs the Board President to sign same on its behalf.

Absent Yes Yes Abstain Yes Absent Yes Absent Yes_ Danielsen LaCorte Merris Seamon Singh Stanley Steele Walton-McCleod Potosnak

VIII. Comments From The Public (5 minutes per speaker – any topic)

The meeting was opened for public comments at 9:13 PM on a motion by Mr. Seamon, seconded by Ms. LaCorte. All board members were in agreement. The following is a brief synopsis of comments made by the public: Skip Schaeffer questioned the disparity of the bids, specifically Resolution B-07. He expressed his support for Dr. Ravally and the renewal of his contract. Venu Palaparthi thanked the board for the approval of the field use by the Cricketeers at Pine Grove Manor School and offered to introduce cricket to the schools. John Felix congratulated Dr. Ravally on his contract and congratulated the entire staff in the district on their excellent work. Aslam Khan spoke about the cricket fields at Pine Grove Manor School. Myra Mitchell spoke about confidential minutes that were posted that included a personnel matter. She spoke about facilities in the district that require repair. Rajiv Prasad, Council Member, congratulated Dr. Ravally and spoke about cricket at the Pine Grove Manor School. Motion to close the public comment portion of the meeting at 9:29 PM by Mr. Seamon, seconded by Ms. LaCorte. All board members were in agreement.

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Regular Business Meeting - 23 - May 25, 2017

IX. Good of the Order Ms. Singh congratulated the students on their accomplishments. She thanked John Felix and wished him well. Mr. Potosnak reminded everyone that graduation will be held on June 16th and that the Board of Education will march in the Memorial Day Parade. Dr. Ravally spoke about parking on graduation day. Ms. LaCorte reminded everyone about the true meaning of Memorial Day and announced specific information about the event.

Confidential (Room D-129)

Moved: Mr. Seamon Seconded: Ms. LaCorte

Motion to adjourn to confidential session at 9:35 PM for the purpose of discussing student matters. Minutes of the confidential session meeting will be made public when the reason for confidentiality no longer exists. Motion was approved by voice vote with no opposition.

X. Adjournment Action to adjourn at 10:46 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Maureen Manning Assistant Business Administrator

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