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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS

Informational Session January 25, 2006 7:30 p.m.

AGENDA

I. Committee Highlights & Liason Reports A. Student Liaison Reports B. Teaching & Learning C. Finance D. Operations E. Personnel F. Pupil Services G. Technology H. Liaison Reports II. Building Update - Principals

III. Adjournment

ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS

Legislative Meeting January 25, 2007 8:00 p.m.

AGENDA

I. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance

II. Approval of Minutes

A. Legislative Meeting of December 21, 2006

III. Presentations and Awards A. None

IV. Educational Presentation A. "Project-Based Learning at Springton Lake Middle School"

Presenters: Dr. Joyce Jeuell, Junell Green, Billie Buckwalter, Kendall Bedford, Autumn Gargiule, Danielle Wolf, Rachel Olkowski, Molly Lawrence

V. Reports A. School Reports B. Superintendent’s Report C. Solicitor’s Report D. President’s Report VI. Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)

A. RTMEA B. RTM Education Foundation C. Healthy Communities Initiative

VII. Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each) A. Rose Tree Media Residents VIII. Old Business

A. Policy Revisions 1. Policy #118 Independent Study – Second Read and Approval Attachment A

2. Policy #911 Media News Relations – Second Read and Approval Attachment B IX. New Business

A. Personnel 1. Terminations

a. Professional b. Non-Instructional

2. Nominations a. Professional b. Non-Instructional

3. General a. Classification Change b. Unpaid Leave of Absence c. Rescind Supplemental Contract d. Supplemental Contracts e. Salary Change f. Other

B. Overnight Trips 1. Penncrest Penn State Invitational Indoor Track Meet

C. 2007-2008 Draft Calendar - Attachment E X. Finance

A. Purchasing 1. None

B. General 1. Preliminary Proposed Tax Referendum Resolution 2. Budgetary Transfers 3. Change Orders 4. Adjustment to the 2006-2007 General Fund Budget 5. Harvest Technology Group, Inc. Sales Agreement – Attachment C 6. Schoolwires, Inc. Service Agreement – Attachment D C. Financials for December 2006 D. Bill lists for December 2006

XI. Adjournment

ANNOUNCEMENT

There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Informational Session of February 22, 2007, at Springton Lake Middle School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.

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Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

EXCELLENCE TODAY FOR TOMORROW

Rose Tree Media School District 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 Telephone: 610-627-.6000 Fax: 610-891-0959 www.rtmsd.org Sharon A. Learn Board Secretary

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent From: Sharon A. Learn, Board Secretary Date: December 22, 2006 Subject: Minutes of the December 21, 2006 Legislative Meeting I. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Board Members in Attendance: Student Board Members: Nancy Mackrides, Board President Mike Peche Linda Fox,Vice President Veronica Barbato William Campbell Stacey Benson Nancy Fronduti William Montgomery William O’Donnell Also in attendance: Denise Kerr, Super. of Schools Ken Batchelor, Principal, PCHS Meg Barney, R&D Specialist Pat Barta, Supv. Spec. Ed. Elem. Pete Barry, Ass’t. Principal, SLMS Bill Bennett, Principal, ILE Anne Callahan, Dir. of Human Resources Ken Curran, Psychologist Ben Danson, PCHS RTMEA Pres. Bernadette Dacanay, Home & School Vis. Joe Diantonio, Athletic Director William Dougherty, Principal, GWE Susan Evans, Ass’t Principal, PCHS Angela Gilbert, Teaching & Learning Elem. Ron Harris, Network Specialist Mack Johnson, Management Sys. Admin

Joyce Jeuell, Principal, SLMS Bonnie Kinsler, Acting Transp. Dir. Maria Kotch, Princ. Media Elem. Patti Linden, Dir. of Tech. & Infor. John Lohn, Ass’t Principal, PCHS Anthony Lombardo, Assess. Info. Sci. Sharon Learn, Board Secretary Kim McCann, Info. Tech. Specialist Danielle Penza, Accountant Sandra Shacklady White, Second. Super.of Spec. Educ. Ellen Sosangelis, Principal, RTE Steve Taylor, Dir. Teaching & Learning Secondary Thomas Kelly, Solicitor

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The Legislative Meeting of the Board of School Directors of the Rose Tree Media School District was held on Thursday, December 21, 2006, at Springton Lake Middle School. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by President Mackrides. II. Approval of Minutes

A. Legislative Meeting Minutes of November 30, 2006 B. Board Reorganization Meeting – December 5, 2006

C. Bid Opening Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2006

Mr. Campbell moved and Mrs. Benson seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 53 Resolve, that the Board approve the Legislative Meeting Minutes of November 30, 2006, the Board Reorganization Minutes of December 5, 2006 and the Bid Opening Minutes of December 5, 2006. The aforegoing resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell

NAYS: None

III. Presentations & Awards

A. Kortne Mazzella and Christine Hamilton – Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 54

Resolve, that the Board recognize Kortne and Christine who served as the student coordinators for the Junior-Senior Powder Puff Football game.

The aforegoing resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote being:

AYES: Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell NAYS: None

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B. Lorraine Bradshaw – Architect

Mrs. Barbato moved and Mr. Campbell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 -55

Resolve, that the Board recognize Lorraine Bradshaw for her contribution of architectural services for the Education Resource Center.

The aforegoing resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote

being:


C. Nancy Fronduti – Former School Board President

Mr. Campbell moved and Mr. Montgomery seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 56

Resolve, that the Board recognize Nancy Fronduti for her dedicated service as President of the Rose Tree Media School Board.

The aforegoing resolution was declared adopted by the Chair, the vote

being:

AYES: Nancy Mackrides, Linda Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell NAYS: None IV. Educational Presentation A. “Choices Voices” – 6th Grade Select choir under the Direction of Sue Knipel

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V. Reports A. School Reports – In Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006. B. Superintendent’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006. C. Solicitor’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006. Mr. Campbell moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 57 Greenbriar Developers Appeals - Transfer Tax

Resolve, that the Rose Tree Media School District Board of School Directors approve the proposed Settlement and Release Agreement between the Rose Tree Media School District and Greenbriar Associates, L.P., ELV Associates, L.P. and L.H.B.S. Associates (collectively “Greenbriar Associates”) for the payment by Greenbriar Associates of additional transfer taxes in the amount of forty-four hundred fifty-two dollars and thirty cents ($4,452.30) as to properties at 107, 109 and 110 Water Mill Lane, Upper Providence Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania.


AYES: Linda Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, William O’Donnell NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Nancy Mackrides, Veronica Barbato

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D. President’s Report - In Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006. VI. Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)

A. RTMEA – None B. RTM Education Foundation – Dr. Meg Barney, Exec. Director C. Healthy Communities Initiative – None D. Tax Study Commission Presentation and Recommendation – Chairman, William Taylor

Tax Study Presentation and Recommendation

Mr. Campbell moved and Mr. O’Donnell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 58

Resolve, that the Rose Tree Media School District Local Tax Study Commission, having undertaken its duties and responsibilities as set forth in Act 1 of 2006 (Taxpayer Relief Act) and having made its recommendation to the Rose Tree Media School District Board of School Directors to consider approving a resolution to implement a personal income tax at the rate of eight tenths (.8) or one (1%) percent as permitted within the terms and conditions of Act 1, is hereby discharged effective December 13, 2006, with sincere appreciation on the part of the School District and School Board.



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VII. Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to three minutes each) A. Rose Tree Media Residents VIII. Old Business A. Policy Review 1. Policy #815 – Acceptable Use of RTM Network Resources – Second Reading Mr. Campbell moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 – 59 Resolve, that the Board approve the revised Policy #815 - Acceptable Use of RTM Network Resources. (See Attachment A in Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006).


AYES: Nancy Fronduti, Linda Fox, Nancy Mackrides, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell

NAYS: None

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IX. New Business A. Personnel 1. Terminations a. Professional b. Non-Instructional 2. Nominations a. Professional b. Non-Instructional 3. General a. Classification Change b. Unpaid Leave of Absence c. Supplementals – See Attachments B & C d. Salary Change e Create New Position f. Other

Mrs. Barbato moved and Mrs. Benson seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007– 60 Resolve, that the Board approve the following Personnel

section:

1. Terminations

a. Professional

1. Erika Powell, Elementary Teacher, Media Elementary School, resignation effective January 2, 2007.

b. Non-Instructional

1. Gina Spinelli, Secretary II, resignation effective

December 8, 2006.

2. Catherine Catino, Support Staff II, Penncrest High School, resignation effective January 17, 2006.

3. Kenneth Woodward, Bus Driver, termination effective

December 1, 2006.

4. Jerome Parsons, Custodian, Glenwood Elementary, termination for abandonment of position effective November 15, 2006.

5. Heath Stewart, Facilities Foreman, resignation, effective

December 14, 2006.

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2. Nominations

a. Professional

1. Jennifer McLeod, Long Term Substitute Language Arts

Teacher, effective December 18, 2006, at the annual salary of $45,294, Master’s/Step 1, prorated. Ms. McLeod received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Indiana University. She is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Carin Newsome who is on leave. NOTE: Ms. McLeod is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

2. Heather Jordan, Long Term Substitute Learning Support

Teacher, effective December 14, 2006, at the rate of $41,794, Bachelor’s/Step 1 prorated. Ms. Jordan received her Bachelor’s Degree from Immaculata University. She is assigned to Rose Tree Elementary replacing Kate Geary who is on leave. NOTE: Ms. Jordan is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.


1. Kathleen Simpson, Regular Part-Time Cafeteria Worker,

effective November 28, 2006, at the rate of $8.45 per hour. NOTE: Ms. Simpson is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

2. Mildred Jacobs, Substitute Custodian, effective

December 18, 2006, at the rate of $12.00 per hour. Ms. Jacobs is assigned to Maintenance and Operations. NOTE: Ms. Jacobs is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

3. Jason Keeley, Substitute Bus Driver, effective December

1, 2006, at the rate of $18.55 per hour. Mr. Keeley is assigned to the Transportation Department. NOTE: Mr. Keeley is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

4. Amanda Sargent, Support Staff II, Personal Instructional

Assistant, effective December 22, 2006 at the rate of $12.81 per hour. Ms. Sargent is assigned to Rose Tree Elementary replacing Gina Kateusz who resigned. NOTE: Ms. Sargent is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

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b. Non-Instructional (continued)

5. Carol Boulet, Support Staff I, effective December 18, 2006, at the rate of $10.82 per hour. Ms. Boulet is assigned to Rose Tree Elementary replacing Charlotte Schenkel who resigned. NOTE: Ms. Boulet is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

6. Julanne Labrum, Theme Reader, effective January 2,

2007, at the rate of $255.00 per month. NOTE: Ms. Labrum is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

3. General

a. Classification Change

1. Kimberly Smith, Support Staff II, Personal Instructional Assistant, effective January 2, 2007, at the rate of $12.81 per hour. Ms. Smith is currently working in Food Service. She will be assigned to Media Elementary.

2. Kevin Colman, from Substitute Custodian to Full Time

Custodian, effective December 4, 2006 at the rate of $12.69 per hour. Mr. Coleman is assigned to Penncrest High School replacing James Scott who resigned.

b. Unpaid Leave of Absence

1. Jessica Anderson has requested an extension of her

Unpaid Leave of Absence through June 30, 2007. c. Supplemental Contracts

1. Diane Heiland, (.5) Energizer Club Sponsor, Rose Tree Elementary, at the annual salary of $387.00.

2. Kathryn Johnson, (.5) Energizer Club Sponsor, Rose

Tree Elementary, at the annual salary of $387.00.

3. Eva Thomas, Library Club Sponsor, Rose Tree Elementary, at the annual salary of $193.50.

4. Robert Brown, Assistant Boys Indoor Track Coach for

2006-2007 at the annual salary of $3,354.00. Mr. Brown is assigned to Penncrest High School.

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3. General (continued)

d. Salary Change

1. Gail Boettcher, Jr., Fall Cheerleading salary from $2,580 to $2,720. Ms. Boettcher’s supplemental salary was incorrectly calculated.

e. Create New Position 1. Personal Instructional Assistant – Support Staff II

Recommend the Board approve the creation of an additional Support Staff II – Personal Instructional Assistant position to serve the needs of a student who is attending Penncrest High School.

f. Other

1. Recommend Board approve the following net share

amounts to be distributed among food service workers for the 2005-2006 school year:

Berner, Carl $1,026 Lorenz, Louise $2,155 Cartwright, Dolores $1,443 Netwall Laura $1,752 Casey, Lisa $1,176 Pedrick, Addrea $1,209 Clements, Jennifer $1,131 Phipps, Cynthia $1,153 Duncan, Christine $403 Powers, Stephanie $1,662 Eckerd, Joyce $1,565 Schoenberger, Sandra $1,180 Ettien, Elisa $1,918 Somers, Nancy $929 Gildea, Patricia $2,537 Steward, Diane $1,216 Grant, Jeanette $1,329 Tyson, Debra $1,122 Hoppus, Suzanne $1,179 VanLeer, Marquerite $858 Iannucci, Catherine $1,081 Wible, KMiriam $676 King, Deborah $1,084 Wilkins, Margaret $1,062 Krynski, Elaine $1,178 Yachetti, Lois $1,081 Larkin, Rita $553 Zeleznick, Bethany $1,200 Lomas, Christina $1,141

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IX. New Business

B. Overnight Trips

1. Close Up – Washington DC Mrs. Barbato moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt the

following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 61

Resolve, that the Board approve the Close Up overnight trip to Washington DC.



NAYS: None

C. Policy Revisions 1. Policy #118 Independent Study – First Read

Resolve, that the Board review the revised Policy #118 Independent Study. (Attachment B in Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006)

2. Policy #911 News Media Relations – First Read

Resolve, that the Board review the revised Policy #911 News Media Relations. (Attachment C in Official Legislative Minutes of December 21, 2006)

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D. New Program 1. Educational Resource Center

E. Insurance 1. Agreement - National Insurance Services of Wisconsin, Inc.

Mrs. Barbato moved and Mrs. Fox seconded a motion to adopt

the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 62

Educational Resource Center

Resolve, that the Board approve the new Granite Run Mall Alternative School, Educational Resource Center

Agreement - National Insurance Services of Wisconsin, Inc.

Further resolve, that the Board of School Directors approve the agreement between Rose Tree Media School District and National Insurance Services of Wisconsin, Inc. to provide disability insurance to the employees of Rose Tree Media School District.



NAYS: None

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X. Finance

A. Purchasing 1. Transportation Department – New Construction – Bus Yard Lights 2. Access Control Systems 3. Bid Awards a. Springton Lake Middle School – Sewer Connection b. Springton Lake Middle School – Elevator Replacement

B. General 1. Change Orders a. Media Elementary School - Wall Restoration b. Transportation Department – New Construction 2. Vanguard School Contract 3. American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR)

Mrs. Fox moved and Mrs. Fronduti seconded a motion to adopt

the following resolution: RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 –63 Resolve, that the Board approve the following:

1. Transportation Department – New Construction – Bus Yard Resolve, that the Board approve the proposal with Charles A.

Higgins & Sons, to install new fixtures and brackets on the floodlights along Barren Road at an amount not to exceed $3,734.

2. Access Control Systems Further resolve, that the Board approve the access control stems be installed at Glenwood Elementary, Indian Lane Elementary, Media Elementary and Springton Lake Middle School, to Anixer Philadelphia for equipment in an amount not to exceed $10,787, and PDM Service Co. for installation in an amount not to exceed $ 9,906.

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X. Finance A. Purchasing

3. Bid Awards

Further resolve, that the Board approve the following bid awards:

a. Springton Lake Middle School – Sewer Connection G. D. Houtman & Son, Inc. $34,250

b. Springton Lake Middle School - Elevator Replacement Burkey Construction Co. $236,407

B. General 1. Change Orders

Further resolve, that the Board approve the following change

orders: a. Media Elementary School – Wall Restoration

#3 Premier Building Restoration - $29,630.00

b. Transportation Department – New Construction GC-005 S. B. Conrad $ 4,360.60 C-006 S. B. Conrad $43,762.95

2. Vanguard School Contract Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with Vanguard School for the 2006-2007 school year for $19,840.

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X. Finance B. General 3. American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR) Further resolve, that the Board approve a contract with the American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR) to conduct a workshop entitled “Teaching Adventure Skills in the Gym” at Springton Lake Middle School on April 27, 2007. This workshop is designed for 25 to 36 participants from around the country. The association agrees to provide at least $1 million in liability coverage for the workshop. There are no costs to the district to host this workshop.

The aforegoing resolution was declared adopted by the Chair,

the vote being:

AYES: Nancy Fronduti, Linda Fox, Nancy Mackrides, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell NAYS: None

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C. Financials for November 2006 D. Bill Lists for November 2006

Mrs. Fronduti moved and Mr. Campbell seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 –64 Financial Reports Resolve, that the Board approve the following:

November 2006 Treasurers Reports November 2006 Investment Reports November 2006 Summary Expenditure November 2006 Revenue Status Report

Bill Lists

November 2006 General Fund Bill List $ 1,749,227.31 November 2006 Imprest Fund Bill List $ 1,115.50 November 2006 Capital Fund Bill List $ 80,374.36 November 2006 Future Refunding 1993 Issue Bill List $ 8,293.50 November 2006 Bond Series 2003 Bill list $ 266,165.36 November 2006 Bond Series 2004 Bill List $ 1,413,283.75 November 2006 Private Purpose Trust $ 350.00 November 2006 Activities/Special Revenue Fund $ 30,910.34 $ 3,549,720.12


AYES: Nancy Fronduti, Linda Fox, Nancy Mackrides, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell NAYS: None

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XI. Adjournment

Mr. O’Donnell moved and Mrs. Benson seconded a motion to adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION: 2006-2007 - 65 There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting adjourned.


AYES: Nancy Fronduti, Linda Fox, Nancy Mackrides, Stacey Benson, William Campbell, William Montgomery, Veronica Barbato, William O’Donnell NAYS: None __________________ Sharon A. Learn Board Secretary

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SCHOOL REPORT’S – January 2007

GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

In January, there were a few changes to Glenwood’s Language Arts website. A blog was started which allowed students from all grade levels to discuss their thoughts on various topics. This blog helped to encourage students to write informally, read for a purpose, and think critically. In addition, writing pieces submitted by fifth graders were enjoyed on the site. Teacher Professional Development is supported through ongoing workshops and in-service opportunities offered by the district. As new programs are initiated and new teachers enter the workforce on-going education training is needed. The district recently initiated KidBiz3000 an interactive web-based program for students in grades 3-5. This program is expanded from last year but does not yet include all 3-5 grade students. It provides support for nonfiction reading, offers writing opportunities, links to PA Standards, and monitors student progress. The second round of Dibels (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) test has recently taken place and scores will provide a mid-year monitoring of early literacy skills in grades K-3. Both of these programs are just two of many that demand additional monitoring by teachers to inform the instructional changes needed regarding student performance. The new year provides additional opportunities through in-service and flex workshops. January is the time when new offerings are added to “My Learning Plan” (Web based district professional development catalogue) to support the expanding curriculum. I wish to thank the board for all the above opportunities. On Monday, January, 15th, Glenwood Elementary held its first annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Students, staff, and parents were invited to participate in a variety of community service projects. Some sample projects included making prepared meals for elderly shut-ins, Valentine’s cards for nursing home residents, and reading and playing games with younger students. The goal of the day was to promote the message of service to others while honoring and remembering the social change brought about by Dr. King and other civil rights leaders.

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2nd Grade Glenwood 2nd Graders will be working on a Martin Luther King, Jr. webquest during their computer lab time to help learn about this important leader. Students in 3rd and 4th grade are finishing up reports and projects on individually selected parks. They will present their reports to their classmates when they learn about the associated region the parks are from in their regular social studies classes. Students will also be completing and presenting a graphic project in class to represent their National Park. Fifth grade students are completing research reports on a self-selected Natural Disaster. Written reports will be shared in class and with their homeroom 5th grade classes. Projects will be completed in class to further describe the natural disaster each student has chosen and may include a power point presentation, poster, model, diorama, etc. Second grade students have been writing different types of poetry and first grade students are learning about the weather during enrichment periods. 3rd Grade In the month of January, Mr. Keeler’s class has wrapped up their unit on poetry. The students have really created some terrific pieces using words to create images, to play music, and elicit feelings from readers. Miss Robinson’s and Miss Pinsley’s class played the “Immigration Game.” Students learned about the immigrant experience by exploring why people immigrate, the challenges that immigrants face in getting to the U.S., and some benefits and drawbacks of life as an immigrant. Mr. Keeler’s and Mr. Davies’s classes started their study of Geometry. All the classes continue to work at memorizing their basic facts. In addition, we are writing beautiful poetry and spiffing up our stories to enter into the contest next month.

4th Grade Glenwood’s fourth grade students will be exploring the Southeast and Midwest regions of the U.S. through the use of time capsules and time lines. The hands-on activities allow students the opportunity to explore concepts such as geography, economy, and history while directing their own learning. Fourth graders in Mr. Sharp’s Art Class have made an interdisciplinary connection with their unit of study of Pennsylvania in their social studies curriculum. In art class, students learned about Edward Hicks (1780-1849), a Quaker preacher from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He made his living by painting carriages and signs for businesses. His best known subject for his paintings is the Peaceable Kingdom, of which he painted over one hundred versions. He began the series in his forties and continued up until his death. These paintings actually have two different scenes in them. The first is in the foreground, where there is a group of animals and some children. This scene is from a passage that Hicks read in the bible, “…a land of peace where the lion lies down with the calf, the wolf with the sheep, and all be led by one sweet child.” In the background small figures act out the historical event of the signing of Penn’s Treaty with the Lenape Indians and William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania. Both scenes symbolize unity and the ideal of peace on earth. For their own Peaceable Kingdom

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picture, students broke the picture apart into three layers or planes of space – foreground, middleground, and background. We created a pop out picture by drawing and coloring the various layers of the picture on three different sheets of paper. Parts of the sky were cut out in the first and second paper so that the back layers could be seen. We then folded small sheets of paper with an accordion fold for the sides. The three sections of the picture were then glued in on different folds of the paper so that they popped out.

INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Students in grades 1-5 have been working hard toward the 100 Book Challenge goal of reading 400 steps before the end of the year. 15 minutes of reading equals 1 step and the challenge is a fun way to encourage reading every night. 85% of students in grade 1 have reached 100 steps, 96% of 2nd graders, 99.9% of 3rd graders, 84% of our 4th graders and 62% of our 5th graders. There are 74 students who have reached 200 steps, 14 students have reached 300 steps and we even have 5 students who have achieved the final goal of 400 steps. That’s 100 hours of reading! In our Math Wizard program (a math motivation program), 87% of our students in grades 2-5 have earned a certificate. Certificates are awarded for mastering each test level (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, mixed operations, double-digit addition and double-digit subtraction). Math Wizard has been proven to be a very popular way for our students to learn the basic facts in math. Accomplishments are posted on the walls of the cafeteria and “The Wizard” makes an appearance at most of the testing sessions. Indian Lane boasts 28 fourth and fifth grade students whose poems were selected to be published in a book created by Creative Communications, Inc. This company runs a poetry and essay contest each fall and spring. Because of the large number of students who were selected, Indian Lane received an additional award of "Poetic Achievement Award" from Creative Communications. Nine of the winning students are learning support students! The music department feels that all students benefit from the performance aspect of music. It can be a valuable experience that gives students a sense of accomplishment and community. To accomplish this goal, 4th and 5th graders will each present their own concert. Since March is nationally recognized as Music In Our Schools Month, it is the perfect time for our 4th grade concert. This performance will be a Celebration of Music and will be held on Friday, March 9, 2007. It will start at 2:00 pm and will take place in the school cafeteria. Parents, relatives and friends are invited. Kindergarten Our kindergarteners had a wonderful start to 2007. We continue to work on beginning letter sounds. We have been listening for different letter sounds in words. The children have been working on hearing sounds in three letter words. We are continuing to practice counting, tallying, and drawing sets of numbers, along with writing the numbers correctly. We will continue this process through the number 20.

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Our family unit is almost complete. After we have completed this unit we will be working on our "Friends Together" unit. Although we are not participating in the 100 Book Challenge at the Kindergarten level, we send home classroom books every night to encourage reading. Coming up is our winter trip to Tyler Arboretum as part of our “Seasons” unit. First Grade The first grade classes are working on a study of Mother Goose Rhymes this month. The study integrated all the curriculum areas: language arts, math, science, social studies, and much more. We will work with many of the rhymes at school to familiarize the children with the idea of rhythm and rhyme used throughout these childhood favorites. The children will recite rhymes, sequence story events, complete rhyming activities related to rhymes learned and increase reading fluency. The culminating event for the study will be Mother Goose Day. On Mother Goose Day each child will chose his or her favorite nursery rhyme and dress as the character in that rhyme. We will parade to classrooms throughout the building. The children will practice the rhyme at home so that they can recite it from memory. Parents will be invited to hear their children recite the rhymes. Following our day of activities we will celebrate by having snacks based on the Mother Goose theme. Second Grade The very first 100 Book Challenge Club began in Mrs. Buchek's classroom. This club is offered to any of the students in Second Grade so that they can get an "extra" line read or so that they can catch up with their 100 Book Challenge reading. It is a voluntary club which meets during recess and is offered 2 times a week. On Tuesdays, the students can stay in with Mrs. VanEss to read. On Wednesdays, they can stay in with Mrs. Buchek. Our first meeting went well with 19 students choosing to read and many others saying that they want to join in next time! Students can pick when they want to come. The 100 Book Challenge Workshop on January 10th was a huge success. Students observed different liquids based on how they poured and flowed, as well as played games to practice the vocabulary associated with liquids. After studying solids and liquids, they talked about "Bits and Pieces," solids that pour like liquids, such as small grains. This month Ms. Ferdon’s class will be reading stories that focus on the theme "Around Town.” They will read about how different ethnic groups live in their neighborhoods. They will also read a story about a trip to a firehouse. The reading strategies they will discuss this month include making judgments, topic and main idea, problem solving, and making inferences.

Third Grade Instead of making New Year's Resolutions this year, the third grade is making Origami Dream Stars. The children are encouraged to think about what they want their life to be like. After sharing their hopes and dreams, they each choose one and wrote it down on a piece of colorful paper. It is then folded repeatedly into a small star shape. The stars are then deposited into a central container. When a child performs a kindness or helpful act,

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they are invited to choose one to keep in their own personal star box, which they have decorated. Mrs. Parkinson’s second grade class had the opportunity to explore physical science through a unit entitled "Solids and Liquids." It was a hands-on unit. The children explored different solid materials, as well as described and sorted them by what they want to learn, what they want for their families and friends or how can they make the world a better place. Fourth Grade The fourth grade students will read a biography for their January book report. They will be creating a timeline using important dates and events from the life of the person whom they have chosen. The students will present their book reports in early February. Fifth Grade 5th Grade Accelerated math students completed a Restaurant Training Manual as a standards-based project on decimals. As a culminating activity, students demonstrated their awesome knowledge of decimals at the Haskell Holiday Cafe. The students acting as both wait staff and diners used their skills in a cafe setting for a breakfast meal. Waiters added the bill, made change from Haskell bucks, calculated the 6% tax and served the diners with enthusiasm and flair. The diners had to use mental math and estimation from the menu prices to make sure that they had enough Haskell bucks for all the food they wanted and have enough for a calculated tip. We even had some IL visitors come for breakfast and be served by our superior cafe employees. Everyone had a math morning to remember!

MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Martin Luther King Day of Service Media parent, Dr. Anne Norris, once again organized a very meaningful morning of service to honor the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King. Students and their families gathered in the school cafeteria at 9:30. Groups of about ten were deployed to a number of service sites around the community including The Media Food Bank, The Media Providence Library, The Media Fire Station, The Media Providence Friends School, Sterling Health Care and The Providence Friends Meeting. The children walked to each of the sites which gave them some additional time for fellowship and conversation. They packed and distributed food at the food bank, packed breakfast bags for the homeless, washed fire trucks (a favorite!), created gift bags for children in shelters, read to preschoolers, made crafts with the elderly, and cooked for the needy. The groups returned to Media School to debrief, have lunch, and share their experiences. Many businesses in Media supported us again this year by providing lunch, snacks, and materials. We are extremely proud of everyone who opted to serve their community as opposed to simply enjoying a day off. Well done Media School! Winter Concert For the first time, all of our grade five students participated in our Winter Concert. They all sang and each class had a featured part (recorders, chimes, reading seasonal selections, instrumental accompaniment). This model proved to be very successful and enjoyable.

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Music teacher, Jeanette Verdeur, invited Penncrest student musicians to participate in “the pit.” They did a great job and we loved having them. We are already planning for the spring concert. Kindergarten Update Our kindergarten students are currently studying author and illustrator Jan Brett .Her work is especially appropriate during the winter months that are the subject of some of her most beautiful illustrations. The children are also studying animals in winter which is part of their study of the changing seasons. Just for fun, the children had a crazy hat day. Mrs. Connell and Ms. Coulter wore a fabulous hat that once adorned the head of a Philadelphia mummer. In kindergarten, we are continuing to explore models of differentiated instruction. Our approach to preparing the children for first grade is very proactive. DIBELS testing for grades kindergarten -3 was recently completed. Consultant Helen Conahan-Detrey came to work with us on analyzing and using the results of the winter DIBEL administration. Academy of Natural Science Trip: Grade 1 First graders had a lot to talk about after their trip to The Academy of Natural Sciences. Each class was divided into three groups and saw three lessons that reinforced their science unit on animal classifications. The lessons (Fur, Feathers and Scales, A Watery World, Cold Blooded Animals) were filled with new information and live animals. The children were expected to report on their new learning. They also enjoyed the many exhibits at the museum. Classroom Cares Several of our classrooms, including Miss Deady (grade 2) and Mrs. Fitzgerald (grade 4), participated in Scholastic’s Classrooms Care program. If students in a given classroom read 100 books, then Scholastic donates 100 books to schools in need. Miss Deady’s class was inducted into The Classroom Cares Hall of Fame. They also signed the Classroom Cares Memory Book (on-line) and were chosen as the Scholastic Classroom of the Week. Reading to help other students is very rewarding. Lankenau Hospital: Grade 3 Grade 3 students participated in The Lankenau Hospital education program. They enjoyed interactive and informative presentations on the organs and functions of the human body systems. Grade 4: Helping Others Mrs. Fitzgerald’s class donated $339 to The Salvation Army. Mrs. Fitzgerald has made this an annual event throughout her teaching career. Mrs. Gruber’s class held a class yard sale as part of a unit on money. The children brought in small toys and books that they no longer wanted. They were sold in class and the profit went to The American Heart Association. The children had to add up their purchases to find a sum and subtract to figure out their change. Their total for this service project was $53.05. Grade 5: Philadelphia and More Our fifth graders and lots of parent chaperone took a walking tour of Philadelphia that included The Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. The unseasonably warm weather

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added to the day. Fifth graders are currently working on their research projects. They had the introductory lessons on writing a research paper. Each child has selected a topic that he/she will work on through March. The final round of the National Geographic Geography Bee (school level) was held on January 11. Each class had 2 finalists who were challenged by some very difficult questions. Jackson Misko emerged as the winner. He will move on to take a state level test, and if successful, will compete for a $2500 prize. Art News A tree decorated with Pennsylvania German arts created by our fourth graders is on display at Longwood Gardens. Fifth graders made colonial style tin punch lanterns for the Minshall House that was part of the Media Holiday House Tour. The children were treated to a private reception at The Minshall House at the end of December. Art Goes to School, a community group that brings great art and art criticism discussion to our schools just spent a week at Media. Volunteers Isabelle Boudazin, Amy Dweck and Rose Halt did an excellent job of introducing the children to “masterpieces” and getting them to talK and think about what they saw. Guest Speakers in AGP Students in grades 3 and 4 heard about our national parks from a parent, Mrs. Sue Kaiden. Mrs. Kaiden shared photos of a number of parks and discussed the national park system in the United States. These students are writing their own reports on a selected national park and the associated regions. Fifth graders had a visit from birder, Mr. Tom Reeves. Mr. Reeves volunteers at The Tyler Arboretum, The Audubon Society and The Heinz Wildlife Refuge. He gave a presentation on native birds in our area. These students are studying ornithology which is an extension of the grade 5 ecosystem unit of study. No Place for Hate Activity Our school is reading the book, The Other Side, by Jacqueline Woodson. The story is about a fence that is the dividing line between two girls and their families. One girl is black, the other is white. The fence symbolizes the existing racial division in their town. The girls were told that they could not go over the fence. They found a way around that by sitting on the fence and developing a close friendship. We believe that everyone in our school community will get something valuable from this story. We are also planning a multicultural assembly, Latin Fiesta. Audit Simulation Our learning support teachers attended an audit simulation training provided by The DCIU. It was to assist them with a special education audit that will occur in 2007. Kudos to Patrick Murphy Fifth grade teacher, Patrick Murphy, has been inducted into National Honor Roll’s Outstanding American Teachers. NHR was established to provide positive recognition to educators who have been identified by students as having the greatest influence on their lives.

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Small Group Instruction We recognize and support the need for small group instruction to best meet the needs of all students. In December and January, twenty minute visits to every classroom were done by Mrs. Kotch and Dr. Gilbert. They were pleased to see the many strategies that are in place. The visits reaffirmed what we already knew which is that great things are happening instructionally at Media School. Each teacher received written feedback after their visit. Mentors Our instructional support teacher, Susan Howe, and Mrs. Kotch have been working to match some of our students with adult mentors. Adult mentors, we know, provide positive role models and may be the relationship that makes the difference in school success. About fifteen of our children have been matched with adult mentors from in the building and from around RTM. We focused on students who are performing at the basic and below level in PSSA performance and/or have other issues (poor attendance, as an example) that impede school performance. EAGLES Day Apparently, our good wishes and team spirit were not enough to pull the Eagles through, but we enjoyed an Eagles Day that was featured on the front page of The Media Press. Seatbelt Safety Our PTG sponsored a guest speaker from The Department of Highway Safety to speak with parents about seat belt and car seat safety. They want parents to be aware of restrictions that continue to apply during the school age years. Happy New Year to everyone from Media Elementary School! ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL First Grade: Mrs. Thompson’s class is working on the “Animals in Winter” unit with the other first grade classes. Mrs. Naylor’s first grade class filled up pages of chart paper and wrote fact-filled class books as they explored how animals adapt to winter conditions. The students learned that changes in daily activities, eating habits, home life, and their bodies allow these amazing animals to survive the winter and enjoy the coming spring. They listened to and read stories about animals in winter. The “Animals in the Winter” unit ended with a "Hibernation Day" transforming their room into a cave, (using blankets) and doing quiet activities such as reading and writing about what they learned in science for most of the morning. The students checked the thermometer very often to see if it was time to wake up. After lunch time they did some migration activities and also some tracking activities to learn how non-hibernating animals survive the winter. Third Grade: The third grade students visited Lankenau Hospital in early January. They were met by nurse educator, Mrs. Helen Muldowney. She presented an interactive lesson on the

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circulatory, digestive, and skeletal system of the human body. This presentation afforded the children an opportunity to review concepts in the health curriculum. Students conducted themselves admirably. Fifth Grade: Fifth grade students at Rose Tree participated in this year's Science Fair Symposium on December 8. Parents and friends were invited. Students selected from eighteen choices of curriculum-based activities to investigate. All topics were research-based, allowing students to practice information-gathering skills learned during language arts time. The projects also helped students practice technology, writing, artistic, and presentation skills. Time-management and planning techniques were taught with target dates for each section of the project. The final topics included life in the Mariana Trench, how to build an earthquake-proof building, global warming, and water pollution, just to name a few. Students did a great job! Art: Fifth grade students created artwork using gesture drawings made from live models. They refined their sketches into contour line drawings which they cut out and used as tracers. They traced the figure in various sizes and arranged them in space to create the illusion of depth and determine its position in space. They used line to create patterns and a sense of movement then filled in with warm and cool colors. Fourth grade students worked with tin sheets to create actual texture using line and pattern then continued their patterns onto black railroad board to create visual or implied texture using Crayola Overwriters®. Third graders visited Ancient Rome in their Time Machine and created mosaics of their favorite dog modeled after the mosaic floor found in a Pompeii gateway picturing a dog, with the warning CAVE CANUM (Beware of the dog). Math Lab: Grade 1 – Students worked on vertical addition and subtraction as well as story problems. As part of telling the story, students were asked to draw the appropriate math picture, identify the operation, write a number sentence, label the final answer, and attempt to write their steps in words. Grade 3 – Students continued to review addition and subtraction skills including columnar and regrouping. Our rounding skills continue to be reinforced. We had fun recognizing and totaling a pile of money, using that money to buy lunch items, and then figuring out the correct change. Grade 4 – Fourth grade continued with factors, multiples, and have been introduced to prime numbers. They also continued to work with 3 by 1 and 2 by 1 multiplication, and long division with and without remainders within a word problem framework. Grade 5 – The students continued to cycle through concepts such as factors and multiples, prime and composite numbers, long division, and problem solving key words (choose the correct operation, one and two-step problems.) Accelerated Math Program: Fourth Grade – After a detour to review elapsed time concepts, fourth grade AMP students are still in the world of fractions, just beginning addition and subtraction of

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fractions with unlike denominators. We have also discussed divisibility rules and how to find factors. Students also had the opportunity to ‘teach the class’ fraction concepts with our Fraction Concept Project encompassing a visual aid, mini-lesson, and self-evaluation. Fifth Grade – Fifth grade AMP students did a fabulous job on their Restaurant Training Manuals. As a culmination to this activity, they learned first hand about mathematics and technology during their trip to the Conley-Ward Steakhouse, where they created a bill, calculated tax and tip, and determined their share of the total. Fifth grade AMP students completed their unit on Graphing and Statistics and have begun the unit on Fractions, Ratios, and Proportions. During this chapter, students will have the opportunity to create a scaled drawing of a selected picture. Library: The New Year is buzzing with activity at the Rose Tree Library. Most notable – the third grade is doing a research report on author Beverly Cleary, in anticipation of reading one of her novels in their language arts classes. They will use a combination of print and online resources to research her life and her body of work, and the classes will present the information to their classroom teachers when it comes time to read the novel. Physical Education: During the month of January, grades one through five focused on dribbling, passing, catching, and shooting skills. Third, fourth and fifth grades started working on their skills for maintaining possession of the ball and strategies for offense and defense. At months end, all grades are focusing on net games. Special Reading Mid-school year DIBELS testing occurred in Kindergarten through Third Grade from January 3-12th. Grade level literacy teams met with our literacy consultant, Helen Conahan-Dettrey on January 18th to analyze the data collected from the assessment. Instruction will be intensified to meet the needs of students who are not at Benchmark. Music: The fourth grade music classes at Rose Tree Elementary School learned about the Pennsylvania State Song entitled, “Pennsylvania.” The students explored the history of Pennsylvania and its state song. Fifth grade students researched the historical aspects of the “Star Spangled Banner.” Each student was placed into a group and each group of students created an educational poster about the “Star Spangled Banner.” The third grade students continued to learn new notes on the recorder while the first and second grade students focused on rhythmic building blocks. Community Spirit at Rose Tree: As part of good citizenship, community, and the holiday season of giving, the fourth grade classes, homeroom mothers, and teachers made holiday treat bags and generous donations to the Delaware County SPCA in Media. Mrs. Anne Morris, an educator from the SPCA, came to Rose Tree Elementary to talk to the children and answer questions about homeless animals, the role of the SPCA in Media, and the responsibility and care it takes to own pets. In lieu of making a holiday craft for themselves, the students chose to make a “dog or cat treat bag.” The children decorated the outside of lunch bags with animal stickers and stamps and then filled the bags with food, treats, and toys for the cats

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and dogs. The blankets, towels, and food that did not fit in the bags were then packed into boxes. The homeroom mothers helped to pack and deliver the filled boxes to the SPCA after school. The SPCA awarded a certificate to the students in appreciation for their contributions to helping homeless and needy animals in their community. Geography Bee: Rose Tree Elementary School held it annual geography bee on Friday, January 5th, 2007. The bee is sponsored by National Geographic. Students in 4th and 5th grade participated in the bee and a 4th grader, Noelle Graham from Miss Mrozoski’s class was the winner. Martin Luther King Day: The memory of Martin Luther King, Jr. was honored on Monday, January 15th as Rose Tree Elementary School hosted its first annual Martin Luther King Community Service Event from 9:00 AM – 12 noon. Students in grades 1-5, their parents and the staff were invited to participate. First, the students gathered together in the cafeteria to learn about community service opportunities and to view a video about the life of Martin Luther King and the civil rights movement. Then, each grade level completed a project which would benefit either the elderly members of our community or the men/women in the armed forces. Some of the projects included: making bird feeders and picture frames for the residents of Rose Tree Place; creating get well cards for service men/women and Valentine cards for residents of White Horse Village; organizing and wrapping Bingo prizes for Fair Acres residents and packages for service men/women. Kudos to Mrs. Scheivert, our social studies coordinator, and all the children, parents and teachers who made it a “day ON, not a day OFF”! SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Martin Luther King More than 100 students, staff, and parents participated in Springton Lake Middle School’s second annual Martin Luther King Community Day of Service took place on Monday, January 15, from 8 am - 11 am. Our students had the opportunity to support a local, national and an international community service project and participate in a fourth project just for fun. Our theme for this year was “Kids Helping Kids.” We partnered with CYS, Children’s Youth Services, for our local community service project. CYS provides services to children in need throughout Delaware County. We supported their “duffle bag for foster care children” program. Each child placed in foster care in Delaware County receives a special duffle bag filled with personal care items they can call their own. From December 1st 2006 to January 15th 2007, each grade team collected a different personal care item for the duffle bag program. Our students also decorated pillow cases and cards for the CYS duffle bags. Our national community service project was Alex’s Lemonade Stand to benefit pediatric cancer research. Refreshments were available for purchase on Martin Luther King Day and a cool glass of lemonade was available for a donation.

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Our international project was a Volley-Teering event to benefit The Hope School in Africa. Each grade had the opportunity to field eight teams of eight players. The registration fee for each player was $5.00 making the total team registration $40.00. Our November Volley-Teering event was a huge success. The fourth activity was a DDR (Dance Revolution) competition just for fun. Everyone who participated in the event received a Martin Luther King Day T-Shirt from the PTG. Student Leadership Forum The Joy Drive was a huge success this year. Over one hundred twenty-five items were donated by our students and their families. SLF students helped wrap the gifts after school prior to the holiday break. Monday, December 18, was the first SLMS Pajama Day. The activity was suggested by SLF members looking to raise money for student activities (dance decorations, DJ, etc.). Students were able to pay one dollar to wear pajamas for the day (staff paid two dollars). We raised over five hundred dollars. Many of the students and staff participated. Mrs. Gilroy and some of our sixth, seventh and eighth grade SLF students visited with residence of Fair Acres on Friday, January 5th. The students played Bingo with the residence and prizes were given to the winners. Guidance Groups Guidance Groups continue at each grade level: 6th grade "Kids to Kids,” 7th grade "Peer Relationships" and "Coping Skills" and 8th grade "Conflict Resolution." Each student will receive a guidance lesson during the second marking period. 6th grade "Study Skills," 7th grade "Communication" and 8th grade "Teen Talk" No Place For Hate: Currently running on SLTV - "Proud Out Loud" Art Ms. Sycz’s Grade eight students have finished their construction of a clay sculpture of the human figure. Students are now in the process of painting their sculptures. This process involves students understanding how to use acrylic paints and color theory in order to properly mix colors. Grade seven students are continuing to make a vessel in the form of an animal being inspired by pre-Columbian folk art. Students are using creative thinking skills in this construction phase of creating a functional work of art. Clay skills acquired during the sixth grade year are being strengthened in this seventh grade clay project. Students are using slab construction to make their pottery. Grade six textured clay pottery is now on display. Now that this clay unit has been finished, students are more able to understand the difference between the elements of shape and form. Students are now investigating the elements of space and value as they learn one point linear perspective. Students will apply the basic techniques of linear perspective in the creation of a landscape drawing. Mrs. Prior’s eighth graders have drawn letters or quotes using various styles of lettering and calligraphy to create an illuminated letter design. Seventh graders have completed written reflections on their use of the elements and principles in their abstract designs. They are beginning a painted design project that requires the use of problem solving

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skills to create tessellated design. Students will have to choose from five different color schemes to paint the images. Sixth graders are experimenting with the medium of charcoal to render portraits. This assignment reinforces the use of the elements of line, shading, texture, shape, and form while allowing students to improve upon their drawing skills. Mrs. Going's eighth grade art classes are immersed in renaissance history!! As they sculpt their figures out of clay(not marble) like Michelangelo, they will be thinking about one of the great renaissance artists and write an informational paper explaining how and why this artist made it to the "Who's Who " list of renaissance greats!! The clay sculptures are starting to take on personalities, a good sign of completing in the very near future! Seventh graders are also sculpting in clay!! Their three dimensional fish are very close to completion; at least the sculpting of the greenware stage. Don't know why it's called greenware? Ask one of her students!! Glazing the sculptures should begin shortly. Sixth graders finished a very successful unit of printmaking/depth perception with water color pencils all with the theme of the Chinese Zodiac. Now it's on to The Element of Form!!! Students will work on 2 assignments, they will create a Relief Sculpture from paper mache based on the Aztec Sun and they will create a ceramics sculpture-in-the-round based on the Native American tribe, the Zuni's and a ceramic fetish animal. The following Springton Lake students participated in the 11th Anniversary Rose Tree Media School District Community Art Show and Sale at the Baker Street Gallery in Media through January: Seventh graders Cassandra Boad and Alexandra Bundrick, and eighth graders Lynn Greene, Nick Ouyang, Giorgi Surabischwilli, and Lee Thompson. Eighth grade chorus members were invited to sing with the PHS Concert Choir and the "Swinging Gates" Choral ensemble from Colgate University at a concert on Friday evening, January 12th at Penncrest High School. Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade chorus members were chosen this month to represent Springton Lake in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Middle School Songfest (district chorus). Students will be challenged with learning songs in different languages along with approximately 45 area middle schools from Delaware and Chester Counties in February. Students include Megan Burst, Michelle Dabkowski, Shea Gaffney, Alex Mercer, Dan Middleditch, and Lauren Welsh. Sixth Grade Chorus finished a successful holiday season with two additional performances. On Wednesday, December 20, over seventy-five students entertained shoppers in downtown Media with seasonal songs. The following evening, December 21, a select group of singers was privileged to perform a program with a multi-cultural emphasis for the RTM School Board meeting. Library Happenings Mrs. Motley attended the Delaware County Fall Book Review at Upper Darby High School, where she selected books – twenty-nine fiction, non-fiction and picture books. In exchange for reading and writing reviews of the titles selected, Springton Lake Library keeps the $ 604 worth of new publications free of charge.

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During our last in-service day, nationally-known speaker and author, Kathleen Baxter presented Get Real: Non-Fiction Booktalking to Get Kids excited about Reading. Mrs. Motley and all district librarians attended this very exciting presentation where they gleaned lots of ideas as well as topics to promote reading among our students. Orientation for sixth grade language arts students wrapped up with lessons on applying keyword search strategies using AND, OR and NOT for library and Internet searching. SLMS Fall Book Fair was held during American Education Week. In addition to being open each day from 8-3 p.m., the Book Fair was also open during two evenings to accommodate parents who wished to bring their families to look at books together. As a trainer for PDE, Mrs. Motley spent a day in Upper Darby presenting a workshop to their library staff entitled, Assessment Primer: The Why, The What, and The How. She also co-presented the same workshop for other Delaware County librarians with Ilene Grayev from Radnor High School. She is scheduled to present again for Philadelphia Archdiocese librarians and Chester County librarians in the spring. The summer reading committee has met several times to plan for the summer of 2007. Friendship has been selected as the guiding theme and members have examined which books might be used again and which need to be replaced. After book talks by Mrs. Motley on potential titles, committee members have begun reading in a variety of genres. Library Research Projects Eighth grade AGP students from Ms. Stephens’s classes had to research cultural differences and then produce a game to illustrate them. Mrs. Motley and Mrs. Sangillo followed up an initial lesson on questioning for seventh grade AGP students. A second lesson, intended to help students to refine and direct their research, provided a hierarchy of questions that her students used to create a plan to answer their essential questions. Miss Dachiu’s seventh grade language arts class researched Greek gods using print and technology sources and then selected to report their results through a research paper, an oral report or a visual presentation. Mrs. Maguire’s sixth grade science students researched viruses using the RAFT model (Role, Audience, Format, Topic) and created either brochures, a medical report, a musical presentation, or billboards. Students could assume the role of a publisher creating a drug pamphlet, a medical reporter presenting a broadcast, a songwriter creating a tune or music video, or an advertiser mounting a billboard. In preparation for the sixth grade science reports beginning with Mrs. Maguire’s classes, Mrs. Motley conducted lessons for all sixth graders on simple strategies they can use to write information they’ve gathered from research in their own words. PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL Music During the holiday season, many local organizations and care-giving facilities solicit the help of our school music program for entertainment and inspiration. It has been the

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tradition for the Penncrest Choirs to give the gift of song to our community. This season, the choirs have performed for the Friends of the Ridley Creek State Park at the park mansion, at the Riddle Memorial Hospital Tree Lighting Ceremony, at the Bryn Mawr Mainliners Holiday Concert, at The Rosetree Place and the Sterling Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, for the Middletown Senior Citizens' Holiday Luncheon and at the Media Rotary. The Penncrest Choirs would like to congratulate thirteen of their ladies who represented PHS as a SSAA ensemble in the community. This ensemble is affectionately known as The Lady Lions. The Lady Lions performed at the Bryn Mawr Mainliner's Concert. The concert was held at Conestoga High School. The Lady Lions performed three selections in two shows to a packed house. They also took their gift of song into the community and entertained residents at local health care facilities. The Lady Lions are: Zoe Goslin, Samantha Hatfield, Krista Higgins, Hillary Holm, Kimberly Iannucci, Jensin Jose, Stacey Koechig, Jennifer Lacock, Claire Lenahan, Maegan Maloney, Caitlyn McLarnon, Lauren Rankin and Jessica Rothman, The Penncrest Choirs would like to congratulate three among their rank, Ryan Hertz-Thyhsen, Brad King and Terri Mercer, who successfully competed and made the PMEA District Choir. This choir festival was held at Henderson High School, January 10-12. Two of our students have achieved the highest honor of being accepted into the MENC All-Eastern Honors Festival. This bi-annual festival encompasses the finest musicians from across the 12 states in the Eastern Division as well as Europe. Our highest congratulations go to Samantha Hatfield and Brad King. Brad and Sam will be joining in song with approximately 350 high school junior and senior vocalists. This festival will be held at the Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Mortensen Hall in Hartford, Connecticut, on March 8-11. The Penncrest Roaring Lions Marching Band recently returned from their trip to Jacksonville Florida, where they participated in the Gator Bowl halftime show as well as Jacksonville's New Year's Eve parade. Penncrest placed second in the parade competition that included bands from across the country. Their commemorative plaques are on display in the main lobby of Penncrest High School. The Pennsylvania Music Educators Association will hold the District 12 Orchestra Festival at Coatesville Area High School on January 25 and 26. Students from over forty high schools and three counties auditioned for placement in this festival orchestra. Penncrest is sending seven students to participate in the orchestra festival. They are: Lauren Trexler, violin, Ryan Herz-Thyhsen, violin, Terri Mercer, viola, Sheng-Ti Lin, cello, Sun Whee Kim, cello, John Paul Bisciotti, Double Bass, and Brandon Young, French Horn This is the largest student representation ever in District Orchestra for Penncrest High School. Congratulations to these students and their families. The Rotary students of the month for December were Sarah Falcone, grade 11 and Arienne Arndt, grade 12. They were honored at the Rotary luncheon at the Towne House Restaurant.

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Penncrest scored 66 points in Hi-Q action on January 11 vs. Sun Valley and Upper Darby. Penncrest is in a very strong position to finish the regular season in first place. Selected German II, III and IV students will participate in the National German Exam this month. Results are due in early March. Three students were selected by the Phyllis Kavanaugh committee to receive scholarships for study abroad. They are Erin Doby, Lepi Jha and Celia Castellan. Penncrest High School is the recipient of a PSMLA Bronze Globe Award for 2007-2008. This is the second time that the Penncrest World Language department has received this honor. Thanks to district World Language coordinator Gail Diksa for all of her hard work submitting our candidacy. The World Language department is working with Mike Clark and the math department to explore pod-casting to help keep students who will be participating in the 2007 French exchange trip up to date in their math classes. AP teachers met with Dr. Taylor to design and modify curriculum to comply with the AP guidelines. Twenty students from Penncrest participated in a day of service program in Chester, PA. Activities included cleaning up paper and leaves from various properties and helping to promote neighborhood pride. Future activities will be planned for days of service in the spring. Penncrest teacher Mr. Kevin Nolen will be master of ceremonies at the Indian Lane Geography Bee. Last month the National Honor Society collected "nearly new" outerwear for Operation Warm. They collected 67 men's, women's and children's winter coats that will be distributed to needy families in Chester. The National Honor Society held a kick-off assembly January 9, for the annual blood drive. The seniors heard a presentation by the students and Mrs. Scherer encouraging them to donate blood. Our goal this year is to collect 170 units of blood during the day from student participation and another 50 units from the community during the afternoon and evening of February 21. The student blood drive will take place from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The community drive will take place from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the Auxiliary Gym at Penncrest High School. All faculty, staff and community members are invited to donate blood during the community drive. Interested parties can sign up by sending an e-mail to DeAnn Scherer with your name, contact information and preferred appointment time. ([email protected]. The month of December had winter sports in full swing. Penncrest High School currently has over three hundred athletes competing on a winter team. January 23 has been selected as spirit day to recognize our student athletes for their hard work and dedication.

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The Penncrest High School Athletic Department presented their “Student Athlete Awards” to their recipients from the fall season of 2006. Students who excelled academically as well as athletically were nominated. Student athletes who received All-Central or All-County awards were also recognized for their achievement. Many of Penncrest’s athletic teams competed in tournaments throughout the month of December. The wrestling team competed in the Garnet Valley invitational, with six wrestlers placing in the top seven of their weight class. The boy’s varsity basketball team hosted a four team basketball tournament on December 28th and 29th. They finished second out of four teams. Andrew Geisel and EJ Caldaroni were selected to the all-tournament team. The Penncrest High School Emanon Players will be performing William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy, Twelfth Night, in the high school auditorium at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 26 and Saturday, January 27. The cast features Katie Nolen and Zoe Goslin and includes Senior Emanon members Dan Callahan, Mairead Hana, Brad King, Randy Kreider, Claire Lenahan, Emily Moberg, and David Pritchard. On Wednesday, January 10, the ninth grade girls’ health classes presented an International Food Festival in which each student was a guest chef. Ethnic information (ie, health, eating styles, personal appearance), and where food products they eat fit into the USDA Food Guide Pyramid were studied. Recipes were researched and made by the students. Each group displayed an ethnic based Food Guide Pyramid, dressed in ethnic garb, country colors or as chefs. Plenty of great food was enjoyed by all as national anthems played in the background. Pictures of the event will be displayed in the showcase near the auxiliary gym at Penncrest. This was a culminating activity for our nutrition unit. Thanks to Mrs. Moyer for all her help. Thanks to those who participated in the Fall 2006 Yoplait Yogurt Save Lids to Save Lives campaign, 1,342 lids (nearly 100 more than last year!) were collected by the Freshman Health classes and submitted to Yoplait. For every lid sent, Yoplait will contribute 10 cents to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Sarah Sunshine was honored by the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution on Monday, January 15 in a ceremony at the Aston Township Municipal Building. Each district in the area nominates one outstanding young person for this recognition. The recipients are termed "Good Citizens" as displayed through the qualities of dependability, leadership, patriotism and service. Sarah received a certificate, pin and card. Furthermore, each student is recognized for their accomplishments and future intentions.

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Rose Tree Media School District 308 North Olive Street

Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 Telephone 610.627.6000

Fax 610.891.0959 www.rtmsd.org

Sharon A. Learn Board Secretary

Chief Operations Officer Management Services Department

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent

From: Sharon A. Learn, Chief Operations Officer

Date: January 5, 2007

Subject: Minutes - January 9, 2007 – 7:00 PM Finance Committee Meeting Minutes Chairperson: Bill Campbell

_____________________________________________________________________________ In attendance: Bill Montgomery Bill Campbell Bill O’Donnell Nancy Frondutti Stacey Benson Jeff Pettit Veronica Barbato Nancy Mackrides Linda Fox Also in attendance: Denise Kerr Sharon Learn Meg Barney ___________________________________________________________________ 1. Taxpayer Relief Act, Special Session Act 1 of 2006

The Tax Study Commission (TSC) filed their final report with the Board of School Directors at the December 21, 2006 Legislative Meeting. The final report includes a recommendation for a personal income tax in the amount of .8%. At the same time, the TSC encouraged voters to “vote no” on May 15, 2007 at the Primary Election.

Follow Up: The Committee agreed to schedule a Public Hearing to be held at 7:00 PM February 20, 2007. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment on a resolution authorizing the referendum question for the May 2007 primary. The Tax Study Commission members will be invited to the hearing. Immediately following the hearing, the Board of School Directors will hold a special public meeting to discuss the referendum question for the May 2007 primary. Action: This item will be on the February 22, 2007, Legislative Agenda.


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2. 2007 – 2008 General Fund Budget

The learning process continues regarding budgeting under the provisions of Special Session Act 1 of 2006. The administration is considering a higher than index increase in real estate taxes in the preliminary budget. The Superintendent said that equipment, unless there is severe or dire need, will not be included in the final budget. Action: There will be a special meeting on Tuesday, February 13, 2007, during the Finance Committee Meeting, to vote on the 2007 – 2008 General Fund Preliminary Budget.

3. Budgetary Transfer Requests After a brief discussion the following budgetary transfers were approved.

FY 07 - 7 Fund 10 General Fund FROM: Regular Instruction - Supplies Learning Support - Supplies Library Services - Books and Subscriptions Instruction and Curriculum - Supplies Regular Instruction - Supplies Regular Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $8,730

TO: Regular Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $8,730

RATIONALE: Transfer needed due to the redistribute per pupil allocation funds as a result of redistricting.

FY 07 - 15 Fund 10 General Fund FROM: School Sponsored Athletics - Dues and Fees AMOUNT: $1,200

TO: School Sponsored Athletics - Supplies AMOUNT: $1,200

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase basketball uniforms. FY 07 - 17 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Budgetary Reserve AMOUNT: $11,200

Regular Instruction - Other Professional Services

AMOUNT: $11,200 RATIONALE: Transfer needed in order for Teaching and Learning to meet the contract requirements of the Language Arts program consultant who is to be paid for seven (7) professional development sessions. Action: The budgetary transfers will be on the January 25, 2007 Legislative Agenda.

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4. Adjustment to the 2006 – 2007 General Fund Budget

Revenue Code Revenues Expenditures 67,011,220 69,811,220 Available Fund Balance 2,800,000 - 69,811,220 69,811,220 Changes to Original Budget

R7110 Basic Education 36,614 36,614 R7271 Special Education (27) (27) R7501 Accountability Block Grant 42,159 42,159

R8517.07 Safe and Drug Free Schools and Community Grant 7,919 7,919

R7599.02 Community Revitalization Program Grant (Glenwood) 10,000 10,000

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Transcripts 52 52

R6790.26 Glenwood Elementary School Student Fees - GW Helping GW 1,200 1,200

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Technology Ed 50 50

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 10 10 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 421 421


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - English 52 52


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - English 1,404 1,404


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Family & Consumer Science 320 320

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 17 17 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 22 22 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 10 10 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 24 24 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - PSAT Reg. 1,540 1,540 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 224 224 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - PSAT Reg. 3,040 3,040 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 1,724 1,724 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 108 108 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 216 216 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 543 543 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 708 708 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Transcripts 63 63 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - PSAT Reg. 1,331 1,331

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Technology Ed 1,173 1,173


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Math 661 661 Subtotal of Changes 112,746 112,746 Updated 2006-2007 Budget 69,923,966 69,923,966

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Action: This item will be on the January 25, 2007, Legislative Agenda. 5. The following information was requested. The answers are listed as Follow Up.

o Anne Callahan, Director of Human Resources - Explain the payment to Benefit Allocation System for COBRA

Follow Up: Anne provided the information in the weekly update dated January 5, 2007.

o Valerie Burnett, Director of Pupil Services - How many tuition free students attending RTMSD require special education services?

Follow Up: There are 11 children of employees attending RTMSD. Six students are eligible for accommodations: 1 in Learning Support, 1 receives Speech and AGP support, 1 has a 504/Service Plan and is eligible to Participate in AGP Seminars but chooses not to, 1 is eligible to Participate in AGP Seminars but chooses not to, 1 receives AGP Support and 1 has a 504/Service Plan.

3. Mack Johnson – Update on progress to consolidate the vendor list when multiple vendor names are used for the same parent company.

Follow Up: Mack along with the Accounts Receivable Clerk and the Supervisor of Business Operations reviewed the few vendors who share a company name yet have difference billing and payment requirements. Typically, the vendor has a reason for more than one identification number. Systematically the vendor list is addressed to identify duplicate vendors (vendors with the same billing and payment addresses). Mack did look into consolidating the payment information for vendors with the same name; however, such an action would cause the history to be lost.

4. Tom Kelly – Report on progress with the Franklin Mint tax appeal. Follow Up: Tom Kelly sent a letter to Joe O’Brien a month ago and Joe provided a verbal response offering to meet in the “middle”. Tom has requested a written response.

The next Finance committee Meeting will be on February 13, 200, 8:00 PM

There will be a Special Meeting on February 13, 2007 at 8:00 PM to vote on the 2007 – 2008 General Fund Preliminary Budget

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Rose Tree Media School District

308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-

2493 Telephone 610.627.6000


Sharon A. Learn Board Secretary

Chief Operations Officer Management Services

Department ___ To: Members of the Board of School Directors Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent

From: Sharon A. Learn, Chief Operations Officer


Subject: Agenda – January 9, 2007 - 9:00 PM - Operations Committee Meeting Minutes - Chairperson: Bill Montgomery ____________________________________________________________________ In attendance: Bill Montgomery Bill Campbell Bill O’Donnell Nancy Frondutti Stacey Benson Jeff Pettit Veronica Barbato Nancy Mackrides Linda Fox Also in attendance: Denise Kerr Sharon Learn Harry Protzmann Meg Barney ___________________________________________________________________ 1. Five Year Capital Improvement and Educational Plan

o Swimming Pool o Modular Classrooms o Springton Lake Middle School Renovations

Follow Up: After much discussion, the Committee authorized Harry Protzmann to issues a Request for Proposal (RFP) for architectural services for the above named projects. A sub committee of the Operations Committee with interview at least three architects. The interviews will include a presentation of a design to be considered at Springton Lake Middle School. The Committee discussion included the possibility of adding swimming back into the middle school program. The Superintendent is in favor of the concept; she offered to with the Director of Teaching and Learning and the Principal on this topic. Superintendent Kerr also pointed out that senior citizens living in RTMSD must have time allocated for use of the pool. Additional information was requested: How many schools in Delaware County and/or the Central League has swimming included in the curriculum?


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2. Change Orders Change orders are acted upon in accordance with Resolution 1997-98 - 124, as approved by the School Board of Directors on April 23, 1998.

New Transportation Facility S. B. Conrad GC-007 $751.00 - Additional cost to enlarge gate to stadium field Goldhorn Electrical Construction E-004 $5,936.00 - Additional labor costs associated with delay in obtaining permits E-005 $1,985.00 - Additional labor costs associated with delay in obtaining permits Blackney Hayes Architects $9,500.00 - Additional Services associated with items in December 11, 2006 correspondence The next operations committee meeting will be on February 13, 2007, 9:00 PM



Rose Tree Media School District 308 North Olive Street Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493 Telephone: 610.627.6000 Fax: 610-891-0959 www.rtmsd.org

Anne D. Callahan Director of Human Resources

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent

From: Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources


Subject: Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – January 9, 2007

Board Members in attendance: W. Montgomery, W. O’Donnell, W. Campbell, S. Benson, Chair, N. Fronduti, N. Mackrides, L. Fox, V. Barbato, J. Pettit, Also in attendance: A. Callahan, D. Kerr, A. Gilbert, M. Barney, S. Taylor, H. Protzman, members of the community

I. Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan These items were included on the Board website. All members of the committee are asked to review the items and contact Anne Callahan with any questions.

II. Calendar – Steve Taylor and Angela Gilbert Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gilbert presented a proposal to revise the draft of the 2007-08 district calendar to eliminate some half days contained in the original draft. In addition, Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gilbert proposed moving the elementary conference days to October and February. Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gilbert responded to questions raised by the Board about the professional development time contained in the calendar. Action: The district will seek feedback from parents on the proposed calendar and provide a summary of that feedback to the Board. The draft of the calendar including the changes proposed by Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gilbert will be placed on the legislative agenda for a first reading at the January 25, 2007, legislative meeting.

III. Non-Athletic supplementals – Penncrest High School

Inter-Act Club: Mrs. Callahan and Dr. Kerr presented a proposal from Penncrest principal, Ken Batchelor, to use funds designated for the debate

club for an Inter-Act Club for the 2006-07 school year only. The debate club is currently defunct due to the lack of a sponsor. The Inter-Act Club is a community service club sponsored by the Rotary Club. Action: The committee gave approval to move ahead with the Inter-Act Club Science Olympiad: Mrs. Callahan requested permission to eliminate the Assistant Coach and replace it with a co-sponsor. The two co-sponsors would be assigned 13 units each. Action: The committee gave approval to move ahead with this proposal. The appointment will appear on the agenda of the legislative meeting of the Board on January 25, 2007.

IV. Educational Resource Center Staffing

Ralph Harrison presented a proposal for the addition of three positions to staff the ERC for the 2007-09 school year. The positions include: An Assistant Principal One Teacher One Secretary I There was some discussion about the title to be given to the Assistant Principal who will have responsibility for the ERC. Mr. Campbell requested information on the budget for the proposed staff and the cost savings to be realized from bringing students back to the district from outside placements. The administration will put those figures together and get them to the Board of School Directors. Action: The committee gave permission to the administration to begin advertising for the three positions requested.

V. Executive Session

An Executive Session was held to discuss matters of personnel. The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held at 7 PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2007, in the Education Center Board Room.



Fax 610.565-5317 www.rtmsd.org

Valerie Burnett, Ed.D.

Director of Pupil Services

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent

From: Valerie Burnett


Subject: January 2, 2007 Pupil Services Minutes Chairperson: Mrs. Veronica Barbato

Minutes

Board members in attendance: Veronica Barbato, Bill O’Donnell, Nancy Fronduti, Linda Fox, Jeff Pettit, Stacy Jackson- Benson Others in Attendance: Denise Kerr, Valerie Burnett, Pat Barta, Bernadette Dacanay Special Education Enrollment and Services Data Report Special Education enrollment numbers were reviewed following completion of the December 1st Child Count, an annual federal report of the district’s special education enrollment and service delivery. Currently 690 students receive special education services. Of these students, 87 RTM students are served in out of district placements. The result of this number of out-placed students is a second year Gaskin warning letter. At this time there will be no on-sight monitoring from PDE, although this is possible in the future as percentages change across the state. Other data items noted included our increased number of students exited from special education in 05-06, and continued over-representation of Black (non-Hispanic) students in special education. This last concern is being addressed through a special task force through our participation in the Delaware Valley Minority Achievement Gap Consortium. Illegal Residency and Disenrollment Activity Report Home and School Visitor Bernadette Dacanay provided a data report on the number of illegal residency investigations that have occurred beginning with her employment in RTM. She shared the preventative actions that are routinely taken to prevent illegal enrollment and follow up on information from multiple sources. The possibility of reregistering each family annually was discussed.


Ms. Dacanay shared that illegal residents often can provide the paperwork that appears legal, although additional family members are in the household but not listed on the lease or the parent of record included in the multiple occupancy agreement resides outside of the district. Steps that were recommended that will be implemented include the implementation of a Tip Line that would allow anonymous reporting of illegal residents along with other District–related tips, and the revision of Policy #202 to include additional substantiating documentation when registering under guardianship affidavits. A revised policy #202 will be presented at the February Pupil Services Meeting for review. Pandemic Flu Planning and Points of Distribution for the Strategic National Stockpile Dr. Burnett reviewed the work completed to date on the required Pandemic Flu Plan. As part of the countywide response plan, Penncrest High School has been designated as one of the 16 Points of Distribution (POD) for vaccines and medical supplies from the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS). The plan includes providing needed medical supplies to all residents of Delaware County in a 48 hour period. Currently 14 district administrators are designated as part of the POD command. Dr. Burnett is responsible for soliciting approximately 200 district employees to staff the POD during a time of SNS disbursement. The staff needs to include approximately 35 members qualified to administer vaccines, and dispense medication. After recruiting within our district employees who have medical training or are first responders, we will be seeking volunteers from local medical offices. The POD planning power point presentation was provided to the Board as backup, along with a copy of the letter requesting volunteers. Board members are welcome to volunteer. Trips Penn State Invitational Indoor Track Meet Feb 16-17, 2007 65 Students will compete at the Penn State Invitational Indoor Track Meet Friday February 16, and February 17, 2007. Student costs include $25.oo plus meals. District costs include registration of $400.00, Substitute costs of $150.00 and transportation of $716.00 for a total of $1,266.00 Action: Approval of the trip will be on the January 25th 2007 legislative agenda. The next meeting of the Pupil Services Committee will be February 6, 2007 at 8:00 P.M.

OFFICE OF TEACHING AND LEARNING TO: Members of the Board of School Directors Dr. Denise Kerr, Superintendent FROM: Dr. Angela Gilbert, Director of Teaching and Learning - Elementary Dr. Steve Taylor, Director of Teaching and Learning - Secondary DATE: January 3, 2007 RE: January 2, 2007, Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes Chairperson: Mr. Jeff Pettit

Board Members in Attendance: Veronica Barbato, Stacey Benson, Linda Fox, Nancy Fronduti, Bill O’Donnell, Jeff Pettit Also in Attendance: Meg Barney, Peter Barry, Angela Gilbert, Joanne Horan, Joyce Jeuell, Denise Kerr, Greg Plank, Steve Taylor G.R.A.N.T.S. – Gaining Revenue As National Trends Shift – Dr. Meg Barney Dr. Barney presented information on the district’s process of generating revenue from governmental agencies and private foundations. Grants consist of transfers of funds from such agencies and foundations to our school district. Basic steps in applying for a grant include listing our needs, designing a project to address the needs, researching the funding sources available, developing a project, writing a proposal, and submitting the proposal. In her role as Research and Development Specialist, Dr. Barney will continue to research and advertise grant opportunities to stakeholders, to meet with them to design projects and proposals, and to support them through the grant-writing and submittal process. The Board will receive an update on all the current grants, with details and specific dollar amounts, at the May Teaching & Learning Committee meeting. Proposed Middle School Schedule – Dr. Joyce Jeuell, Peter Barry, Joanne Horan. Dr. Jeuell shared with the Board the recommendation of the Springton Lake Scheduling Committee for a new schedule for the middle school. Impetus for a new schedule came from the needs to increase instructional time for math and to promote equity and efficiency in teaching loads and responsibilities. A committee of 26 people worked on the new schedule over a period of four months, beginning with a consultation with Dr. Michael Rettig, who helped design the new RTM elementary schedule. Dr. Rettig shared a variety of schedules used across the nation, and committee members researched schedules at a number of comparable local districts, including Radnor, Garnet Valley, Wallingford-Swarthmore, and Lower Merion, among others. The committee regularly updated the faculty on its deliberations and solicited feedback from grade-level groups,

departments, and individuals. In the new schedule, most of the features of the current schedule still exist, including the lengths of most periods, the configuration of subjects taught, the 7-day cycle, the team structure, and the structure of team time. The main change involves adding instructional time for math, which increases from 42 minutes/day to 65 minutes per day, while language arts time decreases from 84 minutes/day to 65 minutes/day. A new Reading Enrichment Period (REP) for 18 minutes at the end of the day will restore some of the language arts time. The school day will begin 9 minutes earlier, and the teacher day will start and end 5 minutes earlier than it does currently. There will be a small net decrease in staffing as a result of the new model. The Springton Lake administration and the Scheduling Committee will continue to work out details of the new schedule, and will notify the Board later in the year via a weekly update about how parents will be educated about the new schedule and about the evaluation model that will be used to gauge its effectiveness. Dr. Taylor will look into any needed revisions to Board policies in regard to instructional time. Policy #118 (Independent Study) – Proposed Revision The Board took another look at Policy #118 (Independent Study). This policy is ready for a second reading at the January Legislative Meeting. Introduction to SEPARSI – Dr. Angela Gilbert, Mr. Greg Plank Dr. Gilbert and Mr. Greg Plank presented an overview of the Southeast PA Regional Science Initiative (SEPARSI). Dr. Gilbert explained how participation in this consortium would benefit students and teachers in the area of science. Currently, eight neighboring districts—Garnet Valley, Haverford, Marple-Newtown, Penn-Delco, Radnor, Springfield, Upper Darby and Wallingford-Swarthmore—have committed to "support standards-based, inquiry-centered K-8 science education that will foster science literacy for all students." Mr. Plank explained in detail the benefits of membership for RTM, including extensive professional development and the refurbishment of science kits. Mrs. Fox shared her first-hand knowledge from her own positive experiences with the organization. Dr. Kerr and the Board indicated support for an RTM membership in SEPARSI.




Patti Linden

Director of Technology and Information Science

To: Members of the Board of School Directors Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent From: Patti Linden Date: January 5, 2007 Subject: January 2, 2007, Technology Committee Meeting Minutes

Chairperson: Mrs. Linda Fox Board Members in attendance: Jeff Pettit, Veronica Barbato, Nancy Fronduti, Bill O’Donnell, Stacey Benson, Linda Fox Also in attendance: Denise Kerr, Patti Linden, Mack Johnson, Kim McCann-Roller, Anthony Lombardo E-Rate Timeline and Contracts Patti Linden reviewed the timeline for E-Rate applications with the BSD in order to discuss the implications for a renewal of contracts for Telephone Services and Web Hosting. A request was made to renew the Schoolwires web hosting agreement as a three year agreement in order to facilitate the E-Rate reimbursement process. With a multi-year agreement on a prior approved service, we will receive reimbursements without filing for that same service each year. The Schoolwires three year agreement (July 1, 2007 – June 30, 2010) has no increase in price and no added costs. It will be on the Board agenda as a resolution for approval in January. For district telephone services, we have issued a Request for Proposal along with the E-Rate application for reimbursement. Responses to the RFP are due on January 5, 2007, and in order to qualify for reimbursement and meet the application deadline, a contract must be signed and approved by February 7, 2007. Ron Harris and Patti Linden will be reviewing the proposals with our telephone services consultant, negotiating the best pricing, and will bring the best contract forward to the BSD at our February 6 Committee meeting. We will need an approval then to be able to meet the deadlines.


Harvest Technologies Work Agreement Mack Johnson explained a work agreement with Harvest Technology Group which will allow the district to obtain Pentamation document edits at a substantially reduced rate. The agreement allows for 80 hours of work by the vendor without an expiration date. In order to encumber the money for this year, Mack will postpone doing some software enhancements so that there are no additional costs. Over the last three years, we have used this vendor for 130 hours of work. This agreement allows us to be invoiced only as the work is completed. Board members present gave a nod of approval for the agreement to be signed now. This sales agreement will be on the Board agenda for official approval as a resolution for January. Data Warehouse Update Anthony Lombardo demonstrated for the BSD the progress that has been made on the Data Warehouse and spoke about the recent administrative training session. This warehouse, increasing as a resource over the years, is a project with the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit and a number of other districts in our area. We have participated in User Group meetings with these other districts as a Consortium to discuss similar queries that can be saved and shared which assist in tracking changes and analyzing programs. An administrative work session was held in early December so that building administrators can begin to utilize this resource for help with projections, correlations, and comparisons. The warehouse is now in fully functional status and the link has been posted on our website in a protected content area as a Data Portal for administrators. Accompanying guides and directions have been posted there as well for easy access. Next meeting: Tuesday, February 6, at 7:00 p.m. in the Education Center Board Room

ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION “In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters permitted under Section 8 of the Act.” December 21, 2006 January 2, 2007 January 9, 2007

There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Informational Session of February 22, at Springton Lake Middle School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.

VIII. Old Business A. Policy Revisions

1. Policy #118 Independent Study – Second Read and

Approval Resolve, that the Board review the revised Policy #118 Independent Study. Background This policy was reviewed at the December and January Committee Meetings. See Attachment A

2. Policy #911 News Media Relations – Second Read and Approval

Resolve, that the Board review the revised Policy #911 News Media Relations. Background This policy was reviewed at the December and January Community Meeting. See Attachment B

IX. New Business

A. Personnel

1. Terminations

a. Professional

1. John Lohn, Assistant Principal, Penncrest High School, retirement, effective June 30, 2007.

BACKGROUND

Mr. Lohn joined the Rose Tree Media School District Staff as a Springton Lake Middle School Teacher in 1974. In 1989, he became Assistant Principal of Penncrest High School. Mr. Lohn is retiring after 33 years of dedicated service to Rose Tree Media School District.

2. Ellen Sosangelis, Principal, Rose Tree Elementary,

retirement effective June 30, 2007. BACKGROUND

Ms. Sosangelis joined the Rose Tree Media School District Staff as Principal of Rose Tree Elementary School in 1993. She is retiring after 14 dedicated years of service to Rose Tree Media School District.

3. Peter Barry, Assistant Principal, Springton Lake

Middle School, retirement, effective June, 30, 2007. BACKGROUND

Mr. Barry joined the Rose Tree Media School District Staff as Supervisor of Special Education in 1977. In 1989, he became Assistant Principal of Springton Lake Middle School. Mr. Barry is retiring after 30 dedicated years of service to Rose Tree Media School District.

4. Jessica Venarchik-Radcliffe, Long Term Substitute,

Penncrest High School, resignation, effective December 22, 2006.

IX. New Business

A. Personnel

2. Terminations


1. Kathy Davis, Guidance Secretary, Springton Lake Middle School, retirement effective June 29, 2007.

BACKGROUND

Ms. Davis joined the staff at Springton Lake Middle School in 1996. She is retiring after 11 dedicated years of service to Rose Tree Media School District.

2. Elaine Krynski, Food Service, Indian Lane,

resignation effective March 30, 2007.

3. Suzanne Boyer, Math Tutor, Media Elementary, termination, effective June 30, 2005.

4. Kimberly Schultz, Math Associate, Penncrest High

School, termination, effective May 2, 2006.

3. Nominations

a. Professional

1. Lisa Stuart, Long Term Substitute Family and Consumer Science Teacher, effective January 29, 2007, at an annual salary of $48,130, Master’s +20/Step 2. Ms. Stuart served as a Long Term Substitute Teacher during the 2005-2006 school year and the first semester of this year. Ms. Stuart received her Bachelor’s Degree from Drexel University and her Master’s Degree from Widener University. She is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School for the second semester replacing Robin Heckman who has been temporarily reassigned.

IX. New Business

A. Personnel

2 . Nominations

a. Professional (continued)

2. Paul Carboni, .6 Long Term Substitute Language Arts Teacher, effective January 29, 2007, at an annual salary of $45,294, Master’s/Step 1, prorate at 60%. Mr. Carboni served as a Long Term Sustitute Teacher during the first semester of this year. Mr. Carboni received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Neumann College. He is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School for the second semester replacing Alexandra Perilli who is on leave.

3 Julie Small, Long Term Substitute Elementary

Teacher, effective January 29, 2007, at an annual salary of $41,974, Bachelor’s/Step 1. Ms. Small served as a Long Term Substitute Teacher diring the first semester of this year. Ms. Small received her Bachelor’s Degree from Millersville University. She is assigned to Glenwood Elementary for the 2nd semester replacing Maria Cocola who is on leave.

4. Michael Reese, Long Term Substitute Special

Education Teacher, effective January 29, 2007, at an annual salary of $45,294, Master’s/Step 1. Mr. Reese served as a Long Term Substitute Teacher at Penncrest during the first semester of this year. Mr. Reese received his Bachelor’s Degree from West Chester University and his Master’s Degree from Cabrini College. He is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School for the 2nd semester replacing Karen Owsley who is on leave


1. John Mansure, Personal Instructional Assistant,

Support Staff II, effective January 4, 2007, at the rate of $12.81 per hour. Mr. Mansure is assigned to Penncrest High School. This is a new position. NOTE: Mr. Mansure is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

IX. New Business

A. Personnel

2. Nominations

b. Non-Instructional (continued) 2. Megan Crichton, Personal Instructional Assistant,

Support Staff II, effective January 3, 2007, at the rate of $12.81 per hour. Ms. Crichton is assigned to Glenwood Elementary. This is a new position. NOTE: Ms. Crichton is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

3. John Washington, Custodian, effective January 3,

2007, at the rate of $13.14 per hour. Mr. Washington is assigned to Springton Lake Middle School replacing Paula Trusty who was reassigned. NOTE: Mr. Washington is being hired pending completion of his pre-employment paperwork.

4. Jeannette Ligget, Cafeteria Trainee, effective January

3, 2007 at the rate of $8.45 per hour. Ms. Ligget is assigned to Indian Lane Elementary School. NOTE: Ms. Ligget is being hired pending completion of her pre-employment paperwork.

3. General

a. Classification Change

1. Nancy Owen, from Secretary I, Receptionist, to Secretary II, Pupil Services, effective January 8, 2007 at the annual salary of $30,479. Ms. Owen is assigned to the Education Center replacing Gina Spinelli who resigned.

2. Charles Hall from New Bus Driver to Regular Bus

Driver, effective January 8, 2007. b. Unpaid Leave of Absence

1. Karen Owsley requests an extension of her unpaid leave of absence terminating April 10, 2007.

2. Sara Vaccaro requests an unpaid leave of absence

for purposes of child rearing, effective February 5, 2007 and terminating June 30, 2007.

IX. New Business A. Personnel

3. General

b. Unpaid Leave of Absence (continued)

3. Sharon Smith, return from unpaid leave of absence effective January 29, 2007.

4. Carin Newsome requests an unpaid leave of

absence for purposes of child rearing effective March 1, 2007 and terminating June 30, 2007.

c. Rescind Supplemental Contracts

1. Deborah Ney, rescind Elementary Chorus Director, this is no longer a supplemental position.

d. Supplemental Contracts

1. Pamela Gregg, New Teacher Mentor, effective December 18, 2006, at the prorated salary of $445.00.

2. Recommend the Board approve the following

personnel as Night Custodian Supervisors for the 2006-2007 school year:

Carl Holland Glenwood $1,000.00 Joseph Way Indian Lane $1,000.00 Willie Jones Media $1,000.00 Debbie Linn Rose Tree Media $1,000.00 Terrance Jones Springton Lake $1,500.00 David Leonard Penncrest $1,500.00

3. Recommend the Board approve the following personnel to serve as Dance Chaperones at Springton Lake Middle School for the 2006-2007 school year at the rate of $42.58 per event:

Elizabeth Battista Deanna Storey Margaret Gilroy Alexander Tsipras Susan Griffin

IX. New Business A. Personnel

3. Nominations d. Supplemental Contracts (continued)

4. Recommend the Board approve the following

personnel to serve as Event Chaperones at Penncrest High School for the 2006-2007 year at the rate of $55.00 per event:

Debbie Hoffman Sandra Purcell

5. Recommend the Board approve the following Springton Lake personnel to serve as Intramural Instructors for the 2006-2007 school year at the rate of $27.00 per hour:

Stephen Adams Paul Norris Randy Mileto Nicholas Williams

6. Elaine Jay, Soda Machines, Penncrest High School for the 2006-2007 school year at the rate of $1,350.00.

7. Recommend Board approve the following game

worker rates, per event, effective August 28, 2006. Springton Lake Timers $25 Crowd Control $27 Starters $27 Scoreboard Operator $30

Penncrest V Football Timer/Announ $46 V/JV Boys Basketball Timer $51 V Football Game Serv $32 V/JV Boys Basketball Scorer $51 V Football Tickets $34 V/JV Boys Basketball Tickets $32 V Football Gate $32 V/JV Boys Basketball/Crowd Con $32 V Football Parking $32 Fr Basketball Timer $26 V. Football Chains $32 Fr Boys/Girls Basketball Timer $38 JV Football Timer/Chains $38 V/JV Girls Basketball Timer $51 Fr Football Timer $38 V/JV Girls Basketball Scorer $51 Fr Football Chains $32 V/JV Wrestling Timer/Announcer $51 V Boys Lacrosse Timer $38 Co-ed Swim Scorer/Announcer $51 V/JV Girls lacrosse Timer $50 Girls/Boys Swim Scorer/Ann $28 V/JV Hockey Timer $50 Track/Dual Head Timer $40 V Boys/Girls Soccer Timer $38 Track/Tri Head Timer $42 V/JV Volleyball Timer $50 Track/Dual Attendant $37 Track/Tri Attendant $40

IX. New Business

A. Personnel

3. General

d. Supplemental Contracts (continued)

8. Recommend the Board approve the following personnel to serve as Gameworkers for the 2006-2007 school year at the above rates:

S. Abelson G. Jacobs H. Reed S. Carter T. Jackson J. Ritter C. Casner E. Jay K. Riviere B. Cicalese K. Kerr M. Samilenko J. Ciccarelli L. Kilpatrick D. Scherer M. Clark C. Kuntz D. Schnaars K. Curry M. LoBiondo J. Shea E. Dale L. Lobitz S. Silva B. Danson T. Long J. Smith S. Dashkiwsky M. Ludwig S. Smith P. DelPrato L. Maroldo E. Somers G. Diksa B. Mason S. Staiger S. Dotts E. Matlock D. Stango B. Dougherty B. McGeehan E. Stevenson M. Doyle E. McLaughlin P. Stokes M. Doyle S. Mescanti D. Sudall T. Durant D. Montich J. Tareila L. Flexon G. Munro L. Trimble S. Goldman K. Nolen M. Vetter P. Graham J. Pauley A. Wiegner L. Groy C. Penning R. Frank R. Higgins C. Price C. Miller D. Hoffman F. Quinzi J. Baker A. Ikeler W. Read J. Cocola

9. Janet VanLone, New Teacher Mentor, effective October 16, 2006, at the prorated salary of $838.34.

10. James Ciccarelli, Science Olympiad Co-Sponsor, at

the annual salary of $1,768.00.

11. Kathy White, New Teacher Mentor for the second semester at the annual salary of $490.00.

12. Christine Moran, New Teacher Mentor from

January through March, at the annual salary of $308.00.

IX. New Business

A. Personnel

3. General

d. Supplemental Contracts (continued)

13. Jean McPheeters, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the second semester, at an annual salary of $245.00.

14. Nancy Gheysens, (.5) New Teacher Mentor for the

second semester, at an annual salary of $245.00.

15. Brian Lynch, (.20) Homework Club, effective October 2, 2006, at the prorated salary of $568.00.

e. Salary Change

1. Joy Keith, Support Staff II, salary adjustment to $12.98 per hour effective August 28, 2006. Ms. Keith’s salary rate was reported incorrectly on the June Board.

2. Suzanne Yanchek, salary adjustment of her New

Teacher Mentor salary to $980.00. f. Other

1. Rescind appointment of Erik Gallagher, Custodian. Mr. Gallagher will not be joining Rose Tree Media School District.

2. Rescind appointment of Carol Boulet, Support Staff I.

Ms. Boulet will not be joining Rose Tree Media School District.

3. Medina Heller, discontinue temporary Clerk I

position and return to Support Staff I position at a rate of $12.02 per hour effective January 8, 2007.

4. Paul Griglione, Mechanic, will serve as a substitute

custodian at the rate of $12.00 per hour. 5. Erin McLaughlin, Long Term Substitute Chemistry

Teacher, change of hire date from August 22, 2006 to January 29, 2007.

IX. New Business

B. Overnight Trips

1. Penncrest Penn State Invitational Indoor Track Meet Feb 16-17, 2007

Resolve, that the Board approve the Indoor Track Team to attend a meet in Penn State.

Background

65 Students will compete at the Penn State Invitational Indoor Track Meet on Friday, February 16, and February 17, 2007. Student costs include $25.00 plus meals. District costs include registration of $400.00, Substitute costs of $150.00 and transportation of $716.00 for a total of $1,266.00. The track meet was reviewed at the January Pupil Services meeting.

C. 2007-2008 Calendar – First Read

Resolve, the Board review the 2007-2008 Calendar. Background

The calendar was presented to the Board at the December and January Personnel Meeting

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X. Finance A. Purchasing - None B. General 1. Preliminary Proposed Tax Referendum Resolution

Resolve, that the Board of School Directors preliminarily approve the Local Tax Study Commission recommendation to impose a zero point eight percent (0.8%) personal income tax. The revenue generated from the tax will be used to reduce taxes on qualified owner-occupied residential properties and on qualified farm buildings by about $535 in the first year, rising to about $890 in subsequent years based on 100% tax collection and 100% participation by eligible homesteads. (The current personal income tax rate is zero point zero percent (0.0%). And, further resolve, that in accordance with Act 1, Taxpayer Relief Act, the School District advertise a public hearing by the School Board to be held on Tuesday February 20, 2007 at 7:00 PM at the Springton Lake Middle School auditorium. The purpose of the public hearing is to review the foregoing resolution and receive comments from the public. And, further resolve that the School District advertise a public meeting to be held by the School Board immediately following the public hearing on February 20, 2007 at the Springton Lake Middle School auditorium to discuss and deliberate on the proposed income tax to be included in the referendum question resolution.

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X. Finance B. General

2. Budgetary Transfers

Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612… (Public School code section 609) when funds are not available for a proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9) months of the fiscal year by the board. Resolve, that the Board approve the following budgetary transfers:

FY 07 - 7 Fund 10 General Fund FROM: Regular Instruction - Supplies Learning Support - Supplies Library Services - Books and Subscriptions Instruction and Curriculum - Supplies Regular Instruction - Supplies Regular Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $8,730

TO: Regular Instruction - Supplies AMOUNT: $8,730

RATIONALE: Transfer needed due to the redistribute per pupil allocation funds as a result of redistricting.

FY 07 - 15 Fund 10 General Fund FROM: School Sponsored Athletics - Dues and Fees AMOUNT: $1,200

TO: School Sponsored Athletics - Supplies AMOUNT: $1,200

RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase basketball uniforms.

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X. Finance B. General 2. Budgetary Transfers (cont’d) FY 07 - 17 Fund 10 General Fund

FROM: Budgetary Reserve AMOUNT: $11,200

Regular Instruction - Other Professional Services

AMOUNT: $11,200 RATIONALE: Transfer needed in order for Teaching and Learning to meet the contract requirements of the Language Arts program consultant who is to be paid for seven (7) professional development sessions. Background This was discussed at the January Finance Committee Meeting. 3. Change Orders

Change orders are acted upon in accordance with Resolution 1997- 98 - 124, as approved by the School Board of Directors on April 23, 1998. Resolve, that the Board approve the following change orders:

New Transportation Facility S. B. Conrad GC-007 $751.00 - Additional cost to enlarge gate to stadium field.

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VIII. Finance B. General 3. Change Orders (cont’d) New Transportation Facility Goldhorn Electrical Construction E-004 $5,936.00 - Additional labor costs associated with delay in obtaining permits E-005 $1,985.00 - Additional labor costs associated with delay in obtaining permits Blackney Hayes Architects $9,500.00 - Additional Services associated with items in December 11, 2006 correspondence Background

This was discussed at the January Finance Committee Meeting.

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X. Finance B. General 4. Adjustment to the 2006 – 2007 General Fund Budget

Revenue Code Revenues Expenditures

67,011,220 69,811,220 Available Fund Balance 2,800,000 - 69,811,220 69,811,220 Changes to Original Budget

R7110 Basic Education 36,614 36,614 R7271 Special Education (27) (27) R7501 Accountability Block Grant 42,159 42,159

R8517.07 Safe and Drug Free Schools and Community Grant 7,919 7,919

R7599.02 Community Revitalization Program Grant (Glenwood) 10,000 10,000


R6790.26 Glenwood Elementary School Student Fees - GW Helping GW 1,200 1,200


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 10 10 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 421 421


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - English 52 52


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - English 1,404 1,404


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Family & Consumer Science 320 320

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 17 17 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 22 22 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 10 10 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 24 24

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - PSAT Reg. 1,540 1,540

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 224 224


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 1,724 1,724 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 108 108 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 216 216 R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Art 543 543

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Background

This was discussed at the January Finance Committee Meeting.

5. Harvest Technology Group, Inc. Sales Agreement

Resolve, that the Board approve the Sales Agreement with Harvest Technology Group to perform services in an eighty hour block of time, not to exceed $12,000.

Background

Information was provided to the Board at the January Technology Committee meeting. This is an agreement for services at a substantially reduced rate. There is no expiration date for the block of time. District will be billed only for actual time used. See Attachment C

6. Schoolwires, Inc. Services Agreement

Resolve, that the Board approve the Services Agreement with Schoolwires, Inc. for web hosting services for period of three years beginning July 1, 2007, and ending June 30, 2010, in an amount not to exceed $78,900.

Background

Information was provided to the Board at the January Technology Committee meeting. This is a three year contract with a fixed cost for each year and will eliminate the need for a request for services each year through the E-Rate filing system. See Attachment D

Revenue Code Changes to Original Budget Revenues Expenditures

R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Science 708 708



R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Technology Ed 1,173 1,173


R6790.82 Penncrest High School Student Fees - Math 661 661 Subtotal of Changes 112,746 112,746 Updated 2006-2007 Budget 69,923,966 69,923,966

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No. 118 SECTION: PROGRAMS TITLE: INDEPENDENT STUDY ADOPTED: August 22, 2002 REVISED:

118. INDEPENDENT STUDY

1. Purpose

The Board authorizes the Superintendent to approve shall consider the approval of a courses of independent study for a properly qualified student, as recommended by the Superintendent, on the condition provided that such students will demonstrate achievement of established academic standards as a result of participation in the independent study and subject to the following criteria.

The purposes course of independent study shall be to:

1. Extend the learning goals of the educational program.

2. Develop students' judgment and self-reliance in the conduct of their learning experience.

3. Draw upon community resources as well as school resources for student's

educational programs.

4. Include a greater variety of learning experiences within the educational program.

5. Identify and explore an area of particular interest.

6. Set personal learning goals and work toward achieving them, with appropriate staff guidance.

7. Learn to use various research tools and draw sound conclusion from research

findings.

2. Authority Title 22 Sec. 4.4

The Board Superintendent or designee shall approve each course or programs of courses of independent study and may designate the number of credits toward graduation to be awarded upon successful completion of each such course or program, except that the Board reserves the right to assign no credit for such an approved course. The Superintendent or designee shall determine whether the course may replace a required course for graduation. All approved courses shall be reported to the Board.

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3. Delegation of Responsibility

Each such course of independent study must meet the requirements of applicable laws and regulations.

The Superintendent or designee shall develop procedures for the implementation of independent study which:

1. Counsel students who apply for independent study.

2. Develop specified, measurable, instructional objectives and standards for each planned course of independent study.

3. Monitor the progress of each student.

4. Certify the completion of each course of independent study based upon the

original specified objectives.

5. Prepare recommendations for Superintendent approval of courses or programs of courses of appropriate for independent study.

Recommendations shall include the qualifications of the student, the objectives

established for the course, a description of the method of study and research to be undertaken, the staff members assigned to advise the project, the manner in which the project will be evaluated, and a proposal for the number of credits to be awarded for the course.

4. Guidelines

Courses of independent study need not be limited to participation by a single student but may involve more than one or a group of students. subject to Board approval.






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No. 911 SECTION: COMMUNITY TITLE: NEWS MEDIA RELATIONS ADOPTED: February 28, 2002 REVISED:

911. NEWS MEDIA RELATIONS

1. Delegation of Responsibility

The Superintendent and his/her designee the Community Relations Coordinator are to be designated as the only official spokespersons of the district. The Superintendent or designee shall coordinate the release of information concerning the district and the actions of the Board. The Board President or their designee will be the official spokesperson for the Board. All media inquiries, other than those to Board members, shall be routed to the Superintendent or designee. Upon request, other staff may be asked to talk to the media as official representatives of the district, depending on the circumstances.

All employees and Board members have the right to talk to the media, and the right to refrain from talking to the media. However, unless the employee/Board member has been asked by the Board or the district to talk to the media, s/he should indicate that the views expressed are his/her own views and not necessarily those of the district or the Board.

2. Guidelines

The media are welcome to attend any public Board or district committee meetings and will be provided copies of the agenda and/or backup information upon request. At Board meetings, space will be provided for media representatives. Should members of the media have questions about obtaining materials or about the meetings, they may contact the Board Secretary or the superintendent’s office.community relations coordinator.

The media have a right of access to all public documents under the Public Records Act. The district shall not release information which is privileged from disclosure or confidential by law, without prior Board authorization.

The Superintendent or designee and principal or designee of each school may provide the media with information related to district programs and needs, student awards, school accomplishments and events of special interest.




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Access to Schools

While the district appreciates the role of the media and will cooperate with the media in their efforts to fulfill that role to the extent possible, the district's primary responsibility is to its students and their parents/guardians, to provide a solid education and a secure and safe educational environment. The district will maintain a responsible balance between these two roles.

The Superintendent, designee, or school principal has the authority when deemed necessary to take such action as is reasonably needed to maintain order, continuity of instruction, and assure a safe educational environment, including but not limited to, closing the campus to all persons other than students, district staff or law enforcement officers.

Representatives of the media are welcome on school campuses, subject to Board policy and these regulations:

1. During special school events open to the public such as open houses, public performances, and sporting events, members of the media are welcome to attend without any requirements for advance notification or checking in at the office. However, if any special arrangements are needed, such as access to electrical outlets or other types of needs, those should be arranged with the school or superintendent’s office community relations coordinator in advance. The school district will work with the media to enable it to cover the event, and it is expected that the media will work with the district to avoid any undue disruption. Media representatives are encouraged to wear badges identifying them as members of the media.

2. Representatives of the media who desire to have access to school sites during

times when students are present, other than for public events, need to obtain permission from the school principal or person in charge of the school in the absence of the principal, or superintendent’s office. the community relations coordinator. Members of the media will be welcomed and permission will be granted if the purpose of the visit is consistent with the school's educational purpose, and school officials believe the visitor's presence on campus will not disrupt the school or threaten the safety of students or staff. To ensure minimum interruption of the regular classroom program, classroom visits will be first arranged with the teacher and principal or designee. Administrators should be familiar with the guidelines issued by the Superintendent to assist them in determining whether the stated purpose is consistent with the school's educational purpose. Administrators may not deny access based upon the




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anticipated story, nor should the determination be delayed as a means of denying timely access.

3. In order to assure that the school campuses are safe, all media representatives need to check in at the school office upon arrival on the campus, and to furnish upon request their name and business affiliation and be prepared to show identification. The principal may decide whether the media representative should be escorted by a district staff member.

4. Media representatives who have been granted access to be on a school campus

may photograph, film, and conduct interviews within the following guidelines:

a. Representatives may not disrupt the educational program or school activities and may not enter classes in session except with the explicit permission of the principal or designee.

b. The interview, photographing or filming must be related to the stated

purpose of the visit. The media may not question students on campus on subjects that the district is legally prohibited from asking them pursuant to state or federal law. These restricted subjects include questions about the student's personal beliefs or practices in sex, family life, morality, and religion or the parents'/guardians' beliefs and practices in sex, family life, morality, and religion.

c. Subject to the media representative's visit to a school site being consistent

with the school district's educational purpose and the reason for which the media representative has requested to be at the school, staff may provide the name of a student, the grade level, honors, activities and the name of the school the student attends, unless the student's parent/guardian has submitted a written request to the school requesting that such information not be disclosed. No other access to student records or personally identifiable student information may be provided without written parent/guardian permission.

d. If the media representative desires to photograph students while on campus,

s/he must make arrangements with the principal or school administrator. The purpose of this is to protect the privacy and safety of students since, for example, there are students whose school attendance is concealed from a parent/guardian under domestic violence restraining orders. There may also be students whose parents/guardians have indicated to the school that they do not want their child(ren) questioned or photographed by the media.


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e. Students or staff have the option to agree or not to be interviewed or photographed. Principals/designees may advise students and staff of this right.

f. Prior written parent permission is necessary to photograph, film or interview

special education students.

g. Students who choose to speak with media representatives approved to be on campus may do so without district restraint on the students' right of free speech. Parents/guardians may decide whether or not they want their child(ren) to communicate with media representatives, and may inform the school in writing of their objection to such communication or to having their child's picture taken by the media. The school will attempt to honor such requests.

Staff and students shall not touch news media representatives, cameras or recording

equipment, unless invited to do so.

Disruptions

Whenever in the professional judgment of the principal or person in charge of the school a disruption to the educational program or a threat to the safety of students or staff is occurring or is or may be imminent, the principal/designee has the authority to close the campus to anyone other than students, staff and law enforcement, or such other persons as may be needed for the assistance of the school. Any visitor, including a media representative, who is requested to leave the school grounds must depart promptly. In such circumstances, the superintendent or his/her designee the community relations coordinator will work with the media to arrange access to information and persons with whom the media may talk, while ensuring that the principal is in charge of the school and is able to take such action as is needed under the circumstances.


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Sales Agreement

Harvest Technology Group, Inc. 3510 Old Milton Parkway

Alpharetta, Georgia 30005 678-366-0030 Fax 678-366-0031

Bill To: Rose Tree Media School District Customer Contact: Mack Johnson

Phone: (610) 627-6045 Date: 11/29/2006 Sales Order Number: 000993

308 N. Olive St. Media, PA 19063-1495 USA Harvest Account Manager: Cynthia Bray

PROJECT MANAGER P.O. NUMBER TERMS TAX EXEMPT # DELIVERY DATES

Net 30

ITEM # QTY DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

HIS 80 Harvest Services- block of time $150.00 $12,000.00

** No expiration on time. Can be used as needed.**

**Customer will be billed as time is used.**

All Services hours listed are estimates only. Services listed are on a time and materials basis and client will only be billed for actual time used. Client will be responsible for expenses (travel, lodging, meals, etc.) and for travel time billed at half rate.

SUBTOTAL $12,000.00

For acceptance of this agreement, please authorize, attach a PO and the SALES TAX

Authorized copies of the Scope of Work and Project Agreement, and fax to SHIPPING

(678) 366-0031 attn: Cynthia Bray TOTAL DUE $12,000.00

Accepted By:

CUSTOMER SIGNATURE TITLE DATE

Terms and conditions of the Project Agreement and the Scope of Work documents will govern all dates of delivery, guarantees, implementation timetables, and services above. Changes to Enterprise Application data or original customer requirements may result in the need for an additional sales order to complete the project. The latter applies to ALL projects, including fixed cost. Customer acknowledges that the pricing information contained in this Agreement is confidential and agrees not to disclose the same or any part thereof to any third party and on the terms of this Agreement.

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Sites Annual Cost/Site Total Annual Cost

Web Hosting Service Fee 100 ($1,500) ($1,000,000)

Less Discount ($1,500) ($1,000,000)

Web Hosting Service Fee (net) ($1,500) ($1,000,000)

Web Hosting License & MaintenanceIncludes Academic Portal Licensed Software, Enhancing and Required Updates, Upgrades andWebsite Management

Tools (LiveStats, e-Alerts & TemplateDesigner) and Premier Support Package.

Sites Annual Cost/Site Total Annual Cost

Web Hosting Maintenance Fee 10 ($1,500) ($1,000,000)

Less Discount ($1,500) ($1,000,000)

Web Hosting Maintenance Fee (net) ($1,500)

Annual Service Fee ....................................................................... ($1,000,000)

A La Carte Options

Forms & Surveys Enhancement Module ........................................... ($1,000,000)

Site Manager—Macintosh OS X Edition ............................................ ($1,000,000)

LDAP Annual Service Fee ............................................................ ($1,000,000)

2006 Premium Enhancement Module Bundle .................................... ($1,000,000)

Annual Service Fee (net) ............................................................... ($1,000,000)

Implementation and Academic Portal licensing for up to _____ site(s).

One-Time Investment ...................................................................... ($1,000,000)Less Discount ................................................................................ ($1,000,000)One-Time Investment (net) .............................................................. ($1,000,000)

Web Hosting Power Pack

Additional Options/Services

See Additional Notes and/or Additional Services Addendum for more details.$1,000,000)

Training Selections ................................................................... ($1,000,000)

Custom Template Design Package ................................................. ($1,000,000)

Professional Services (Integration, Customization, Network Design, etc.) ............. ($1,000,000)

Additional Options/Services Investment ........................................... ($1,000,000)

Client Initials__________

Schoolwires, Inc. Services AgreementHarrisburg City School District 18 January, 2002

Schoolwires Academic Portal Services~ASP DeliveredSubsidized by Champions of Education UnderwritingSchoolwires, Inc. (“Schoolwires”) will provide(“Client”) with the following services at the following prices for ___ years.

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YEAR-ONE INVESTMENT.................................................................. ($1,000,000)

TOTAL INVESTMENT OVER CONTRACT PERIOD ...................................... ($1,000,000)

Client Initials__________

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This Agreement is subject to the Schoolwires Standard Terms and Conditions, Terms of Use and Privacy Policywhich more fully describe the services to be provided and set forth additional terms of this agreement.If terms of this Services Agreement conflict with the Schoolwires Standard Terms and Conditions, then thisAgreement controls. The Schoolwires Standard Terms and Conditions, Terms of Use and Privacy Policycan be found at www.schoolwires.com/standardagreementterms. Client acknowledges receipt andacceptance of those materials.

By signing below, each of Schoolwires and Client represent that this Services Agreement has received allnecessary approvals on its part and that it is authorized to enter into this contract. Thank you for givingSchoolwires the opportunity to present this information to you. We look forward to meeting youreducational technology needs.

This offer expires

Schoolwires, Inc. Agreement, Page 3Harrisburg City School District 18 January, 2002Additional Notes

Schoolwires, Inc.

Distribution Partner: Client Name:

Account Manager: Accepted By: ________________________

Accepted By: Signature: ___________________________Title: _______________________________

Signature: _____________________________ Date: _______________________________

Title: Address: ____________________________

Date: ___________________________________

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Schoolwires SPIN Number: 143027372

Payment TermsInvoice will be issued upon receipt of signed agreement. All investments are net 30 days unless otherwisespecified. Please see the Schoolwires Standard Terms and Conditions for more specifics on payment terms,

dates, fees and limitations to increases in Annual Service Fees.

Key: No School - Holiday

Full Inservice Day

Half Day for Students

June 2008S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30

February 2008S M T W T F S

1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29

April 2008S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30

January 2008S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

October 2007S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30 31

May 2008S M T W T F S

1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 14 15 16 1718 19 20 21 22 23 2425 26 27 28 29 30 31

December 2007S M T W T F S

12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 31

March 2008S M T W T F S

12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 31

November 2007S M T W T F S

1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 14 15 16 1718 19 20 21 22 23 2425 26 27 28 29 30

September 2007S M T W T F S

12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930

1/19/07ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT2007-2008 SCHOOL CALENDAR

Total New Teacher Days: 197Total Teacher Days: 196* Total Student Days: 184*

Teacher Days: 21Student Days: 21

August 21-24 New Teacher Orientation .5/ 24August 27-30 Teacher InserviceAugust 28 Opening Day/Staff InserviceSeptember 3 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedSeptember 4 First Day of School (K-12),October 2 Early Dismissal for Students

Teacher InservicePC 11:20, SLMS 11:50,Elementary 12:30 (no PM K)

November 6 No School Students-InserviceNovember 20 Parent Conferences K-8 SLMS 10:55 a.m.

No School Elementary K-5November 21 Parent Conferences K-8 No School for Students

August 2007S M T W T F S

1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31







Teacher Days: 4Student Days:




July 2008S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

November 22 & 23 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedDecember 4 Early Dismissal For Students

Teacher InservicePC 11:20, SLMS 11:50,Elementary 12:30 (no PM K)

December 24 -31 Student/Teacher HolidayDecember 24-25 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedDecember 31 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedJanuary 1 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedJanuary 21 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedJanuary 25 Semester Ends, Early

Dismissal Grades 6-12 PC 11:20, SLMS 11:50February 15 No School for Students / Teacher InserviceFebruary 18 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedFebruary 28, 29 Elementary Conferences - No school K-5March 17-21 Holiday, No School For StudentMarch 20-21 Holiday, All Buildings Closed

March 24 No School For Students / FlexApril 22 Early Dismissal Students / Teacher

Inservice PC 11:20, SLMS, 11:50,Elementary 12:30 (no PM K)

May 22 Early Dismissal Students / TeacherInservice PC 11:20, SLMS, 11:50,Elementary 12:30 (no PM K)

May 23 No School For Students / FlexMay 26 Holiday, All Buildings ClosedJune 19 Last Day Students, Early Dismissal

(PC-10:15, SL-11, E-12)June 20 Last Day for Teachers

*These year-end dates allow for four emergency schoolclosings during the 2007-2008 school year. If fewerthan four emergency school closings are needed, thesedays will be deducted from the end of the year. If morethan three school closings are used prior to January 31,2008, the district will use President’s Day (February 18,2008), as a makeup day.

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